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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


  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Planning & Design of Sanitation Systems and Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Public Works, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Community Development, Community Health

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Systems Design, Microarchitecture, System Design and Implementation, Technical Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Digital Design, Design Software, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Simulations

    ★ 4.3 (860) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    RAG for Generative AI Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LangChain, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Generative AI, Vector Databases, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Embeddings, AI Workflows, Model Deployment, User Interface (UI), AI Integrations, UI Components, Database Systems, Model Evaluation, Data Storage Technologies, Databases

    ★ 4.6 (759) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Network Analysis, Public Administration, Accountability, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Governance, Social Justice, Disciplinary Procedures, Accountability Frameworks, Performance Measurement

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    Edge Impulse

    Edge AI for Microcontrollers

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Software, Model Training, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning Software, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Responsible AI, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Machine Learning Methods, Anomaly Detection, AI Product Strategy, Prototyping, Product Development

    ★ 4.8 (908) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: How did we get here?

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Mobile Security, Digital Communications, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Global Positioning Systems

    ★ 3.9 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, Distributed Computing, Cloud Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Platform As A Service (PaaS), File Systems, Application Development, Scalability, Data Storage

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Saúde Baseada em Evidências

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Care, Research, Health Systems, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Research, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies

    ★ 4.9 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • R

    Rice University

    Business Applications of Hypothesis Testing and Confidence Interval Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Inference, Estimation, Business Analytics, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Liberal Arts, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Physics, Research Methodologies

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Software Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, JUnit, Verification And Validation, Unit Testing, Test Case, Test Automation, Development Testing, Test Planning, Test Tools, White-Box Testing, Code Coverage, Software Quality Assurance, Functional Testing, Test Script Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Test Data, Technical Communication

    ★ 4.3 (834) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    Nanjing University

    心理学与生活

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Psychology, Childhood Education and Development, Culture, Human Development, Social Sciences, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Motivational Skills, Stress Management

    ★ 4.8 (930) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Planning & Design of Sanitation Systems and Technologies: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • RAG for Generative AI Applications: IBM
  • Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Edge AI for Microcontrollers: Edge Impulse
  • Internet of Things: How did we get here?: University of California San Diego
  • Blockchain Platforms: University at Buffalo
  • Saúde Baseada em Evidências: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • Business Applications of Hypothesis Testing and Confidence Interval Estimation: Rice University
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh

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