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.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Big Data, Sociology, Demography, Socioeconomics, Anthropology, Economics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Quantitative Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Functional Specification, Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Software Design Documents, Interaction Design, Prototyping, C# (Programming Language), Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Documentation, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unified Modeling Language, JUnit, Software Testing, Software Engineering, Java, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Unit Testing, Program Development, Software Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Conceptual Design
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Development Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Data Mapping, Real-Time Operating Systems, Simulations, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Socioeconomics, Finance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Automation, Human Machine Interfaces, Robotics, Digital Transformation, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Artificial Intelligence, Simulation and Simulation Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Physics, Angular, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Calculus, Differential Equations, Simulations, Physical Science
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, International Relations, Biochemistry, Environmental Regulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Control, Public Safety and National Security, Personal protective equipment, World History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Diplomacy, Water Resource Management, International Relations, Mediation, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Governance, Environmental Laws, Data Collection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Design Elements And Principles, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer-Aided Design, Design, Architectural Design, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks