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Materials courses can help you learn about the properties of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites, as well as techniques for testing and analyzing these materials. You can build skills in material selection, failure analysis, and sustainability practices in material usage. Many courses introduce tools like CAD software for design, finite element analysis for stress testing, and various laboratory techniques for material characterization, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.

Popular Materials Courses and Certifications


  • L

    L&T EduTech

    BOP Systems: Material Handling, Water, and Compressed Air

    Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Water Quality, Pump Stations, Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Control, Process Engineering, Water Resource Management, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Equipment Design, Reliability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Materiales poliméricos: Obtención, estructura y modificación

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Sustainable Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanics, Thermal Management, Physical Science

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • P

    Packt

    Blender Materials, UVs, and Animation Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Workflow Management, Digital Design, Simulations, Video Game Development, Model Optimization, Blended Learning, Content Creation, Timelines

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Structure of Ceramics: Materials Science Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Materials science, Semiconductors, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Coordination, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Applied Mathematics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Materials, Lighting, and Rendering in Blender

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Virtual Environment, Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations, Game Design, Image Quality, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Data Import/Export, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Concreting materials

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Construction, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials science, Sustainable Engineering, Building Codes, Sustainable Technologies, Chemistry, Water Quality, Laboratory Techniques

    4.9 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Unreal Engine Visual FX, Materials & Interactive Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Game Design, 3D Assets, Interactive Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Virtual Environment, Simulations, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Physics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Color Theory

    4.9 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (12) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Modern and Contemporary Art and Design

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Storytelling, Technology Solutions, Design Thinking, Culture, Public History, Journalism, Social Justice, Design Elements And Principles, Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards, Research, Non-Verbal Communication, Sociology, 3D Modeling, World History

    4.8 stars, 13K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (13K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials III: Beam Bending

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Practices, Civil Engineering, Schematic Diagrams, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8 stars, 956 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (956) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Materials and Warehouse Management

    Skills you'll gain: Inventory and Warehousing, Inventory Management, Warehousing, Inventory Control Systems, Inventory Control, Materials Management, Warehouse Operations, Warehouse Management, Inventory Management System, Inventory Accounting, Supply Chain Systems, Logistics Management, Order Management, Order Fulfillment, Reverse Logistics, Order Processing, Cost Accounting

    4.3 stars, 14 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (14) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials II: Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels and Torsion

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics

    4.8 stars, 1K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Pavement Materials and Design (IRC and MoRTH)

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Design Specifications, Structural Analysis, Materials science, Engineering Practices, Construction, Failure Analysis, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Technical Standard, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular materials courses

  • BOP Systems: Material Handling, Water, and Compressed Air: L&T EduTech
  • Materiales poliméricos: Obtención, estructura y modificación: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Blender Materials, UVs, and Animation Essentials: Packt
  • Structure of Ceramics: Materials Science Fundamentals: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Materials, Lighting, and Rendering in Blender: John Wiley & Sons
  • Concreting materials: L&T EduTech
  • Unreal Engine Visual FX, Materials & Interactive Systems: EDUCBA
  • Modern and Contemporary Art and Design: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Mechanics of Materials III: Beam Bending: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Materials and Warehouse Management: EDUCBA

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