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.
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Community Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biostatistics, Public Health, Community Outreach, Health Assessment, Environmental Monitoring, Investigation, Environmental Science, Data Collection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Engineering Design Process, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Cloud Engineering, Hydraulics, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning, NumPy, Statistical Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Science, Statistical Hypothesis Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Storytelling, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, ChatGPT, Statistical Reporting, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unstructured Data, Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations, Data Quality, Data Integrity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Healthcare Ethics, Environment, Laboratory Research, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, General Science and Research, Media and Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care, Cultural Diversity, Food and Beverage, Social Impact, Rehabilitation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

EDUCBA
Skills you'll gain: Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Drawings, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Computer-Aided Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Software, File Management, Engineering Design Process, Interoperability, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Materials science, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Derivatives, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Healthcare Project Management, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Deductive Reasoning, Scientific Methods, Digital Signal Processing, Applied Mathematics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Tenacity, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Stress Management, Smart Goals, Resilience, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Time Management, Persistence, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Independent Thinking, Personal Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Database Design, Transact-SQL, Databases, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Relational Databases, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, GitHub Copilot, Query Languages, Generative AI, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Trigonometry, Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Algebra, Derivatives
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months