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.

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, R Programming, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Python Programming, Data Manipulation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Software Installation, Computational Thinking, Development Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Application Deployment, Unstructured Data, Application Development, Development Environment, Natural Language Processing, Databases
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Econometrics, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Research Design
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Vibrations, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Gynecology, Anatomy, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Medical Records, Pathology, Diagnostic Tests, Physiology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, MySQL, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Database Design, SQL, Analytical Skills, Data Presentation, Technical Communication, Relational Databases
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Case Studies, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Human Relations Movement, Adaptability, Dealing With Ambiguity, Lifelong Learning, Neurology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Business Communication, Communication, Trustworthiness, Engineering Management, Team Management, Technical Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Supervision, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development, Coaching
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Electronic Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Trigonometry
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Actuarial Science, Derivatives, Financial Market, Statistical Methods, Market Data, Financial Modeling, Securities (Finance), Risk Modeling, Financial Trading, Financial Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Equities, Applied Mathematics, Financial Data, Correlation Analysis, Python Programming, Process Optimization, Probability Distribution
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months