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.

Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Statistical Programming, Microsoft Excel, Data Processing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Descriptive Statistics
★ 4.8 (142) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Memory Management, Graph Theory, Data Access, Performance Tuning
★ 4.6 (60) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Scripting, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Programming Principles
★ 4.5 (110) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Feature Engineering, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Random Forest Algorithm, Responsible AI, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Data Import/Export, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms
★ 4.5 (115) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Forecasting, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Modeling, Workflow Management, UI Components, Visual Basic (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Automation, Debugging, Interactive Data Visualization, Scenario Testing, Programming Principles
★ 4.5 (71) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, User Experience Design, Database Theory, Usability, UI/UX Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability Testing, Relational Databases, Software Visualization, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Security, Design Strategies, Security Software, Servers, Operating Systems
★ 4.7 (135) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Peer Review, World History, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Culture, Music, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Anthropology, Media and Communications, Electronic Media
★ 4.8 (83) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Hugging Face, Containerization, CI/CD, Docker (Software), Microsoft Azure, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning Software, GitHub
★ 3.8 (69) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Vibrations, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Process Engineering, Physical Science, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling
★ 4.5 (145) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), JSON, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Data Persistence, Data Store, Network Model, Database Application, Mobile Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Modeling, UI Components, Network Protocols, User Interface (UI)
★ 4.6 (137) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Wrangling, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Operations Research, Model Training, NumPy, Demand Planning, Feature Engineering, Supervised Learning, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain, Applied Machine Learning, Trend Analysis, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Data Science, Data Analysis
★ 3.4 (86) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Emerging Technologies, Telecommunications, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Simulations, Physics
★ 4.9 (130) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months