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.

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Graphic Design, Driving engagement, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Content Creation, Target Audience, Presentations, Social Media Content, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Creativity, Social Media, Social Media Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, System Programming, System Design and Implementation, Software Design, OS Process Management, Linux, Systems Analysis, Test Tools, Theoretical Computer Science, Verification And Validation, Algorithms
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, Agentic Workflows, Anthropic Claude, Context Management, Real Time Data, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Servers, Artificial Intelligence, Data Access, Generative AI, Interoperability, Server Administration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Automation Engineering, Machine Controls, Computer Hardware, Electrical Wiring, Computational Logic, Control Systems, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, TCP/IP, Data Storage, Communication Systems, Applied Mathematics, Memory Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Integrated Development Environments, IntelliJ IDEA, Software Development Tools, Eclipse (Software), Code Review, CI/CD, Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Software Versioning, Collaborative Software, Continuous Integration, Software Development, Remote Access Systems, Configuration Management, DevOps, Open Source Technology, Release Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: R (Software), Model Evaluation, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Predictive Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Histogram, Biostatistics, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scripting, Statistical Software, Package and Software Management, Scripting Languages
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Real Time Data, Timelines, Kanban Principles, Database Software, Data Integration, Project Management, Database Design, Scheduling, Data Sharing, Leadership, Problem Solving
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Visual Storytelling, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, AI powered creativity, Adobe Creative Cloud, Image Quality, Color Theory, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Editing, Graphics Software, Post-Production, Creative Design, Design Software, Storytelling, Design, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Portfolio Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Data Structures, Video Game Development, Data Storage, Game Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Development, Cloud Hosting, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Linux, Cloud Management, Linux Servers, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications, Node.JS, MongoDB
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment, Environmental Monitoring, Physical Science, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Social Studies, World History, Scientific Methods
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: DevOps, DevSecOps, Process Optimization, Devops Tools, CI/CD, GitHub, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Software Development Tools, Continuous Delivery, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Web Development Tools, Software Development, IT Automation, Organizational Development, Business Transformation, Cross-Functional Collaboration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks