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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Ad Hoc Reporting, Performance Reporting, Web Analytics, Marketing, Web Development
★ 4.5 (171) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Process Validation, Verification And Validation, Laboratory Testing, Environmental Science, Research, Hazard Analysis, Safety Assurance, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Research Methodologies, Environmental Regulations, General Science and Research, Research Design, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis, Quantitative Research, Data Synthesis
★ 4.7 (123) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Model Training, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Statistical Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Model Optimization, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods
★ 4.8 (145) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Anthropic
Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Anthropic Claude, Command-Line Interface, Tool Calling, Model Context Protocol, LLM Application, Software Development Tools, GitHub, Context Management, Code Review, Software Development, Generative AI Agents, Automation, Software Engineering
★ 4.3 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Diagram Design, Software Design, Object Oriented Design, Dependency Analysis
★ 4.8 (167) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Management, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Collection, Data Governance, Data Analysis, Information Privacy, Data Quality, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Data Security, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Architecture, Data Visualization Software, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning
★ 4.8 (130) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Experience, Adobe XD, Design Thinking, User Research, Wireframing, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Emerging Technologies, Collaborative Software, Prototyping, Software Development Life Cycle
★ 4.7 (108) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking, Human Learning, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Decision Intelligence, Research, Grammar, Experimentation, Oral Expression
★ 4.7 (219) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visual Studio, C# (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Development Tools, Program Development, Programming Principles, C and C++, Computer Programming, Command-Line Interface, Computational Logic
★ 4.4 (219) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Land Management, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Economic Development, Case Studies, Return On Investment, Complex Problem Solving, Cost Benefit Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership
★ 4.6 (101) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Application Development, Android (Operating System), Video Game Development, Android Studio, Mobile Development, Software Development Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Internet Of Things, Web Servers, Web Applications, Java, Ubuntu, Peripheral Devices, Operating Systems, Software Installation, System Configuration, Hardware Troubleshooting
★ 4.2 (160) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Adobe XD, Mockups, Storyboarding, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Usability Testing, Usability, Graphic and Visual Design, Figma (Design Software), User Experience, Design Elements And Principles, Persona (User Experience), Interaction Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI/UX Research, Design Reviews, Responsive Web Design, Presentations, User Story
★ 4.9 (508) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months