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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


  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Foundations of Chemistry: Matter, Atoms & Periodic Table

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry, Radiation Protection, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Arithmetic, Chemical Engineering, Electronics, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Fashion as Design: Craft and Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Planning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Art History, Public History, Waste Minimization, Product Design, Production Process, World History, Consumer Behaviour, Creative Thinking, Personal Development, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.6 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    L'Art des Structures 2 : treillis, poutres, dalles et cadres

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction, Building Design, Civil Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics

    4.7 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Additive Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Operations, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Partnership, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Strategy, Market Opportunities, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Analysis, Prototyping, System Implementation

    4.6 stars, 99 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (99) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Sustainable Textile Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Business, Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing and Production, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Environmental Issue, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Prototyping, Case Studies

    4.2 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    Explore the Mechanical Designer Role

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Design, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Drawings, Drafting and Engineering Design, 3D Modeling, Assembly Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Engineering, Product Family Engineering, Technical Drawing, Engineering Design Process, Product Development, Production Process, Manufacturing and Production

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 6 of our most popular materials courses

  • Foundations of Chemistry: Matter, Atoms & Periodic Table: John Wiley & Sons
  • Fashion as Design: Craft and Sustainability: The Museum of Modern Art
  • L'Art des Structures 2 : treillis, poutres, dalles et cadres: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Additive Manufacturing: University of Michigan
  • Sustainable Textile Manufacturing: Politecnico di Milano
  • Explore the Mechanical Designer Role: Dassault Systèmes

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