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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


  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Mecánica de materiales

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Mechanics, Materials science, Torque (Physics), Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Safety Assurance, Applied Mathematics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    The 3D Printing Revolution

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, Prototyping, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Processes, Design, Business Economics, Innovation, Product Development, New Product Development

    4.7 stars, 1.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Sustainable Business, Materials Management, Procurement, Building Design, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainability Standards, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Environmental Issue, Digital Transformation, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

    5 stars, 28 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (28) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Heavy Manufacturing of Typical Static Equipment

    Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Plant Operations and Management, Manufacturing Processes, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Materials science, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Petroleum Industry, Mechanical Design, Engineering Practices, Thermal Management

    4.9 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Materials science, Industrial Engineering, Production Process, Process Analysis

    4.8 stars, 21 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Advanced Functional Ceramics

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Thermal Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Physical Science, Chemical Engineering, Electronic Components, Display Devices, electromagnetics, Chemistry, Physics

    4.7 stars, 160 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (160) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    Marketing Material Design in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Design, Canva (Software), Brochures, Campaign Planning, Promotional Materials, Graphic Design, Integrated Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Layout Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Digital Design, Web Content, Style Guides, Collaborative Software, Branding, Brand Management, Image Quality

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Electrical Properties and Semiconductors

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Materials science

    4.7 stars, 50 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (50) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Journalism

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Research, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Vocabulary, Media and Communications, Grammar, Writing and Editing, Electronic Media, English Language, Storytelling, Language Competency, Digital Transformation, Editing

    4.8 stars, 2.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Microfabrication Fundamental Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Process Control, Manufacturing Processes, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Battery Comparison, Manufacturing, and Packaging

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management, Sustainable Technologies, Materials science, Performance Testing

    4.9 stars, 29 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Phase Diagrams I & II

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Materials science, Engineering Analysis

    4.6 stars, 31 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (31) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Mecánica de materiales: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • The 3D Printing Revolution: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Heavy Manufacturing of Typical Static Equipment: L&T EduTech
  • Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals: University of Michigan
  • Advanced Functional Ceramics: Yonsei University
  • Marketing Material Design in Canva: Coursera
  • Electrical Properties and Semiconductors: Arizona State University
  • English for Journalism: University of Pennsylvania
  • Microfabrication Fundamental Processes: University of Minnesota

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