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.

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Brand Marketing, Style Guides, Marketing Design, Brand Awareness, Branding, Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Organizational Skills, Marketing, File Management, Graphic Design, Business, Digital Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Course Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Multimedia, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Design, Disabilities, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Brainstorming, Needs Assessment, Diversity Awareness, Content Creation, Motivational Skills, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Prototyping, Design Strategies, Student-Centred Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Copenhagen Business School
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Environmental Regulations, Sustainability Standards, Business Transformation, Innovation, Regulatory Compliance, Consumer Behaviour, Business Modeling, Environmental Issue, Strategic Partnership, Product Lifecycle Management, Materials Management, Production Process, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Working Capital, Inventory and Warehousing, Supply Management, Data Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Operational Efficiency, Business Metrics, Cash Flows, Performance Measurement, Job Analysis, Case Studies, Financial Analysis, Cost Reduction
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Event Marketing, Presentations, Video Editing, Canva (Software), Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Prompt Engineering Tools, Color Theory, Typography, Storytelling, Interactive Design, Marketing Design, Cross-Channel Marketing, Visual Design, Brand Strategy, Social Media, Logo Design, Layout Design, Social Media Content
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Program Evaluation, Patient Evaluation, Formal Learning, Qualitative Research, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Education and Training, Educational Materials, Health Assessment, Pedagogy, Psychological Evaluations, Survey Creation, Simulations, Teaching, Clinical Assessment, Data Collection, Instructional Design, Case Studies, Statistical Analysis, Systems Thinking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Materials science, Physics, Electronics Engineering, Electronics
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Customer Engagement, Canva (Software), Selling Techniques, Video Production, Promotional Materials, Copywriting, Promotional Strategies, Social Media Content, Driving engagement, Multimedia, Product Promotion, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Value Propositions, Content Creation, Animations
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Pedagogy, Large Language Modeling, Teaching, Digital pedagogy, LLM Application, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Student Engagement, Learning Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Interactive Learning, Lesson Planning, Educational Materials, AI Personalization, Innovation, Student-Centred Learning, Curriculum Planning, Differentiated Instruction, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Construction, Structural Engineering, Architecture and Construction, Civil Engineering, Materials science, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Safety Assurance, Mechanics, Design, Physics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Drawings, Structural Analysis, Design Specifications, Hydraulics, Mechanical Design, Petroleum Industry, Building Codes, Technical Drawing, Process Flow Diagrams, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Oil and Gas, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Analysis, Process Engineering
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Teaching, Parent Communication, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Language Competency, English Language, Community Outreach, Peer Review, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Working With Children, Pedagogy, Training Programs, Curriculum Planning, Education and Training, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months