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Material Science Courses

Material science courses can help you learn about the properties of materials, material selection, nanotechnology, and the principles of thermodynamics. You can build skills in analyzing material behavior, conducting experiments, and applying statistical methods to interpret data. Many courses introduce tools such as scanning electron microscopes, X-ray diffraction, and software for modeling material properties, that support practical applications in industries like aerospace, electronics, and biomedical engineering.

Popular Material Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Scalability, Data Processing, Data Science, Distributed Computing, Unstructured Data, Data Infrastructure, Data Analysis, Data Quality, File Systems

    4.6 stars, 11K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (11K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Stanford Online

    Cryptography I

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Application Security, Authentications, Data Integrity, Algorithms, Arithmetic, Probability

    4.8 stars, 4.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Stanford Online

    Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Design Strategies, Computer Science, Logical Reasoning

    4.8 stars, 6K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Applied Machine Learning in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Training, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks

    4.6 stars, 8.8K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (8.8K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI: Introduction and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Engineering Tools, AI literacy, Multimodal Prompts, ChatGPT, AI powered creativity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning

    4.6 stars, 4.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (4.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    Olay

    Introduction to Cosmetic and Skincare Science

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Safety Standards, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biology, Regulatory Compliance, Sustainability Standards, Cultural Responsiveness, Product Development, Physiology, Anatomy

    4.7 stars, 355 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (355) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Data Visualization with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Stakeholder Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Graphing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Mapping, Requirements Analysis, Data Wrangling, Storyboarding

    4.5 stars, 8.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (8.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cryptography, Development Testing, Test Script Development, Application Development, Transaction Processing, Emerging Technologies, Application Design, Application Frameworks, Cryptographic Protocols, Integrated Development Environments, Software Architecture, Network Protocols, Program Development, Distributed Computing, Cloud Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Development Environment, Web Development Tools

    4.6 stars, 9.1K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (9.1K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Critical Thinking and Decision Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Deductive Reasoning, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Experimentation, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Data Literacy, Systems Thinking, Statistical Methods, Simulations, Predictive Modeling, Programming Principles, Decision Making, Statistical Inference, Prompt Engineering

    4.7 stars, 5K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (5K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Software Development Lifecycle

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Software Design Patterns, Design Thinking, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Process Mapping, Software Engineering, Kanban Principles, Kaizen Methodology, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Product Development, Application Security, Scrum (Software Development), Object Oriented Design, Software Architecture, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Requirements Analysis

    4.7 stars, 9.8K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (9.8K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Bioinformatics, Java, Algorithms, Java Programming, Program Development, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Software Design, Computer Programming, File I/O, Data Processing, Software Documentation, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Web Scraping, Problem Solving

    4.6 stars, 8.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (8.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C for Everyone, Part 1: Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Program Development, Computational Logic, Memory Management

    4.5 stars, 6.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (6.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Big Data: University of California San Diego
  • Cryptography I: Stanford Online
  • Algorithms: Stanford Online
  • Applied Machine Learning in Python: University of Michigan
  • Generative AI: Introduction and Applications: IBM
  • Introduction to Cosmetic and Skincare Science: Olay
  • Data Visualization with Tableau: University of California, Davis
  • Blockchain: University at Buffalo
  • Critical Thinking and Decision Science: University of Michigan
  • Software Development Lifecycle: University of Minnesota

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