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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Campaign Management, Campaign Planning, Marketing Planning, Promotional Materials, Target Audience, Workflow Management, Direct Marketing, Content Creation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Journals, Digital Design, Developing Training Materials, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Loss Prevention, Teaching
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Microarchitecture, Semiconductors, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Process Flow Diagrams, Computer Architecture, Manufacturing Processes, Process Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Simulation and Simulation Software, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Electronic Components, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum computing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Marketing Materials, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Data Visualization, Content Creation, Advertising Campaigns
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Marketing Collateral, Marketing Design, Animations, Photo Editing, Brand Marketing, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design, Brand Awareness, Marketing Materials, Typography, Social Media, Digital Design, Social Media Content, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Layout Design, Video Editing, Timelines, Image Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Engineering Design Process, Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Course Development, Developing Training Materials, Conceptual Design, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Design Strategies, Mathematics Education, K-12 pedagogy, Creativity, Adult Education, Experimentation, Pedagogy, Childhood Education and Development, Science and Research, Higher Education, Engineering
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Development, Materials science, Robotics, Creative Problem-Solving, Mathematics Education, Laboratory Testing, Educational Materials, Analytical Testing, Molecular Biology, Creative Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Safety Standards, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Electronics, Physics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Promotional Materials, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Ideation, Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Online Advertising, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Advertising, Copywriting, Design Thinking, Marketing Communications, Social Media Campaigns, Strategic Communication, Social Media, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Building, Promotional Strategies, Promotions and Campaigns, Marketing Channel, Telemarketing, Marketing Materials, Event Marketing, Branding, Brand Awareness, Product Promotion, Advertising, Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Strategies, Digital Advertising, Consumer Behaviour
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Google Docs, Generative AI, Brainstorming, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Marketing Materials, Productivity Software, Ideation, Business Writing, Microsoft 365, Artificial Intelligence, Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Business Communication, User Interface (UI), Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Promotional Materials, Marketing Design, Marketing Materials, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Creative Design, Branding, Graphics Software, Design Software, Content Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Communications
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Materials Management, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control Systems, Supply Chain, Procurement, Order Management, Microsoft Excel, Operational Efficiency, Pareto Chart, Prioritization, Excel Formulas, Management Information Systems
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks