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.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Blended Learning, Special Education, Human Learning, Teaching, Pedagogy, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Social Justice, Socioeconomics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Automation, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, File Management, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Software Installation, Data Analysis, Analysis, Scientific Visualization, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Workforce Development, Negotiation, Professional Development, LinkedIn, Artificial Intelligence, Planning, Machine Learning, Compensation and Benefits, Data Science, Applicant Tracking Systems, Data Analysis, Recruitment, Events and Conferences, Data Architecture, Presentations, Needs Assessment
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Web Development, Linux, Shell Script, Database Design, Ubuntu, Relational Databases, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Unix Shell, Test Driven Development (TDD), Python Programming, Linux Administration, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Javascript, Database Management
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, General Mathematics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Data Sharing, Cryptography, Transaction Processing, Fraud detection, Distributed Computing, Data Integrity, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Version Control, Data Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Agentic systems, Network Model, Biology, Programming Principles, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Threat Modeling, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Proxy Servers, Information Privacy, Servers, Web Servers, Cloud Hosting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Neurology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiration, Physiology, Radiology, Surgery
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Git (Version Control System), Scripting, Version Control, Email Automation, Software Testing, Automation, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Performance Tuning, Productivity, File Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Mechanics, Calculus, Physics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months