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Materials Courses

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


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    The University of Hong Kong

    Materials in Oral Health

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Dental Radiography, Dentistry, Dental Procedures, Laboratory Testing, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Materials science, Oral and Dental Care, Biomedical Engineering, Oral Health, Analytical Testing, 3D Modeling, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry

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    University of Michigan

    Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Hematology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Hemodynamics, Nephrology, Kinesiology, Physiology, Urology, Pathology, Immunology, Biology

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    Arizona State University

    Ceramics and Composites

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Failure Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Calculations

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    Arizona State University

    Additive Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Schematic Diagrams, Engineering Design Process, Process Flow Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Design Specifications, Process Validation, Materials science, Design Strategies, Production Process, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Laboratory Research, Design, Experimentation, Machine Controls, Prototyping, Laboratory Equipment

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Construction Techniques and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Inspection, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Estimating, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, General Construction and Construction Labor, Product Lifecycle Management, Cost Estimation, Building Codes, Structural Engineering, Engineering Practices, Digital Analysis, Machine Controls, Plant Operations and Management, Environmental Engineering, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Automation Engineering, Commercial Construction, Civil Engineering

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Introduction to High-Throughput Materials Development

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Experimentation, New Product Development, Laboratory Research, Sustainable Technologies, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Research Design, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Analytical Chemistry

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    Arizona State University

    Hardening, Polymers, Properties

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Process Engineering, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Structural Analysis, Chemistry, Physical Science

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    National Taiwan University

    材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Architectural Engineering, Mechanics, Materials science, Torque (Physics), Civil Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Architecture and Construction, Building Design, Engineering Calculations, Construction, Engineering Analysis

    4.9
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    L&T EduTech

    Pipe Material Specification

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Drawings, Structural Analysis, Design Specifications, Mechanical Design, Technical Drawing, Engineering Analysis, Process Flow Diagrams, Manufacturing Standards, Thermal Management, Technical Standard, Engineering Calculations, Vibrations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Materials science

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Material Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Science

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Enhancing education through open opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Educational Materials, Instructional Strategies, Digital pedagogy, Pedagogy, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Course Development, Social Justice, Student-Centred Learning, Sustainable Systems, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Policy Development, Intellectual Property

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Introduction to Engineering Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Practices, Structural Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular materials courses

  • Materials in Oral Health: The University of Hong Kong
  • Anatomy: University of Michigan
  • Ceramics and Composites: Arizona State University
  • Additive Manufacturing: Arizona State University
  • Construction Techniques and Practices: L&T EduTech
  • Introduction to High-Throughput Materials Development: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Hardening, Polymers, Properties: Arizona State University
  • 材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Pipe Material Specification : L&T EduTech
  • Material Behavior: Georgia Institute of Technology

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