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Material Science Courses

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.

Popular Material Science Courses and Certifications


  • S

    Skillshare

    Complete Beginners Guide to Blender 3D

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Timelines, Graphics Software, User Interface (UI), File Management, Image Quality, Software Installation

    ★ 4 (20) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Data Visualization Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Data Mapping

    ★ 3.9 (20) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Engineering of Structures: Response of Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Civil Engineering, Vibrations, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Construction, Mathematical Modeling, Failure Analysis, Design, 3D Modeling

    ★ 4.9 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Advanced React Skills

    Skills you'll gain: React Redux, React.js, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), UI Components, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Web Frameworks, Maintainability, Authentications, Web Development Tools, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Design, Frontend Performance, Authorization (Computing), Web Development, Web Applications, Middleware

    ★ 4.8 (36) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Foundations of Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Software, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Forecasting, Data Processing, Anomaly Detection

    ★ 4.2 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Science and Technology of China

    创新思维

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Problem Solving, Innovation, Creativity, Resourcefulness, Open Mindset, Needs Assessment, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Operational Efficiency

    ★ 4.5 (27) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Job & Exam Aptitude Mastery: Reasoning | DI | Verbal | Quant

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Arithmetic, Problem Solving, Data Literacy, Grammar, Language Competency, English Language, Data Analysis, Literacy, Complex Problem Solving, Trend Analysis, Data Synthesis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Mathematics, Algebra

    ★ 3.3 (20) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Climate Change in Water and Sanitation Utilities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Water Sustainability, Climate Change Programs, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Water Resources, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Business, Risk Management, Environmental Monitoring, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • R

    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Physics, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Calculus, Electrical Systems, Integral Calculus, Scientific Visualization, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (27) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Next.js

    Skills you'll gain: JavaScript Frameworks, React.js, Application Development, Application Frameworks, Application Deployment, Web Frameworks, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Frontend Performance, HTML and CSS, Responsive Web Design, Data Access, Server Side, Configuration Management

    ★ 4.5 (31) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Conspiracy Planet

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Investigation, Storytelling, Case Studies, Content Creation, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Psychological Evaluations, Public History, Media and Communications, World History, European History

    ★ 4.4 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Python for Scientific Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, NumPy, Data Visualization, Debugging, Matplotlib, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Code Reusability, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Thinking, Engineering Analysis, Programming Principles, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Model Optimization

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

    Category: Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular material science courses

  • Complete Beginners Guide to Blender 3D: Skillshare
  • Data Visualization Best Practices: University of California, Irvine
  • Engineering of Structures: Response of Structures: Dartmouth College
  • Advanced React Skills: Scrimba
  • Foundations of Machine Learning: Coursera
  • 创新思维: University of Science and Technology of China
  • Job & Exam Aptitude Mastery: Reasoning | DI | Verbal | Quant: Board Infinity
  • Climate Change in Water and Sanitation Utilities: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law: Rice University
  • Introduction to Next.js: Coursera

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