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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


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    The State University of New York

    Solar Energy Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Power Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Semiconductors, Building Codes, Engineering Calculations, Financial Modeling, Environmental Issue

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, File Management, Unix Shell, Linux, File Systems, Unix Commands, Linux Servers, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Linux Administration, Scripting Languages, Unix, File I/O, grep, Operating Systems, Package and Software Management, Network Protocols, Data Import/Export

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Software Installation, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computational Logic, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Operations Research, Quantum computing, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Design Strategies, Cryptographic Protocols, Applied Mathematics, Tree Maps, Encryption, Network Model, Combinatorics, Data Science, Mathematical Software, Python Programming

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    970 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    JavaScript Programming with React, Node & MongoDB

    Skills you'll gain: Server Side, Node.JS, Restful API, Database Design, Front-End Web Development, React Redux, Ajax, Database Development, Database Application, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, NoSQL, Javascript, React.js, Performance Tuning, API Design, Data Structures, MongoDB, Debugging, JavaScript Frameworks

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    DeepLearning.AI

    ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Application Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.5K reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    PwC

    Data Visualization with Advanced Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Graphing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Modeling, Database Development, Databases, Business Analysis Tools, Data Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Data Analysis Software

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Irvine

    The Raspberry Pi Platform and Python Programming for the Raspberry Pi

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Integrated Development Environments, File Systems, Internet Of Things, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, System Configuration, Embedded Systems, Computing Platforms, Python Programming, OS Process Management, User Interface (UI), Computer Hardware, File Management, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.8K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    A

    Arizona State University

    Optical and X-Ray Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Materials science, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Structural Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Systems Of Measurement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
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    G

    Google

    AI for Brainstorming and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Product Planning, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Google Workspace

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    901 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Ancient Philosophy: Plato & His Predecessors

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, General Science and Research, European History, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    Yonsei University

    Introduction to TCP/IP

    Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Cybersecurity, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Network Performance Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Routers, Network Infrastructure, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Architecture, System Configuration, Network Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Solar Energy Basics: The State University of New York
  • Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting: IBM
  • Introduction to Java: LearnQuest
  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • JavaScript Programming with React, Node & MongoDB: IBM
  • ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers: DeepLearning.AI
  • Data Visualization with Advanced Excel: PwC
  • The Raspberry Pi Platform and Python Programming for the Raspberry Pi: University of California, Irvine
  • Optical and X-Ray Characterization: Arizona State University
  • AI for Brainstorming and Planning: Google

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