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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Adobe Indesign for Beginners: Workshop Flyer Design

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe InDesign, Layout Design, Typography, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design, Digital Design, Design Software

    3.9 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.9 (16) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Introduction to Political Citizenship

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Sociology, Social Impact

    4.8 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Microsoft

    Generative AI for PowerPoint and Word to Optimize Content Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multimedia, AI powered creativity, Microsoft 365, Animations, Editing, Writing and Editing, Content Optimization, Workflow Management, Content Creation, Target Audience

    4.7 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Foundations of Purchasing: Principles and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Management, Supplier Management, Procurement, Supplier Performance Management, Contract Compliance, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Business Ethics, Supply Chain Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 53 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Foundations in Heavy Industry Production

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Manufacturing Standards, Safety Standards, Technical Standard, Engineering Practices, Materials science, Design Reviews, Engineering Drawings, Thermal Management, Design Specifications

    4.9 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Design Basics of Steel Buildings

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Building Codes, Building Services Engineering, Construction, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Coordination, Vibrations

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Thermal Management, Materials science, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Three-Phase, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Beer Quality Systems

    Skills you'll gain: ISO 9000 Series, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Quality Management Systems, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Hazard Analysis, Standard Operating Procedure, Statistical Process Controls, Safety Assurance, Engineering Documentation, Laboratory Testing, Statistical Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Descriptive Statistics, Analytical Testing

    4.9 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Geometric and Traffic Aspects of Highway

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Structural Engineering, Hydrology, Hydraulics, Drafting and Engineering Design, Construction, Safety Standards, Design, Simulation and Simulation Software

    4.6 stars, 24 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (24) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Digital Mood Board with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Color Theory, Color Matching, Graphical Tools, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Design, Creative Design, Content Creation, Digital Design, User Accounts, Marketing

    4.5 stars, 35 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (35) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Foundations in Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Oral Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Literacy, Writing, Oral Expression, Learning Strategies, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Aesthetics, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Organizational Skills

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Pile foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, General Construction and Construction Labor, Laboratory Testing, Civil Engineering, Engineering Practices, Structural Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Design Specifications, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Test Equipment

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Adobe Indesign for Beginners: Workshop Flyer Design: Coursera
  • Introduction to Political Citizenship: University of Geneva
  • Generative AI for PowerPoint and Word to Optimize Content Creation: Microsoft
  • Foundations of Purchasing: Principles and Practices: Coursera
  • Foundations in Heavy Industry Production: L&T EduTech
  • Design Basics of Steel Buildings: L&T EduTech
  • Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Beer Quality Systems: University of California, Davis
  • Geometric and Traffic Aspects of Highway: L&T EduTech
  • Create a Digital Mood Board with Canva: Coursera

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