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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


  • G

    Google

    Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Spreadsheet Software, Analytical Skills, Tableau Software, Data Sharing, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, SQL

    ★ 4.8 (123K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Installation

    ★ 4.8 (234K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning: Linear Algebra

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Jupyter, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.6 (13K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Professional Cloud Architect Part 1: Infra & Network

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Network Monitoring, Prompt Engineering Tools, Containerization, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Site Reliability Engineering, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Security

    ★ 4.7 (59K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of Michigan

    The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, C++ (Programming Language), Structural Engineering, Mechanics, Integral Calculus

    ★ 4.6 (564) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Neural Networks and Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Python Programming, Model Training, Model Optimization

    ★ 4.9 (124K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Science and Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, General Networking, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Application Security, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming Tools, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Applied Mathematics, Computer Programming, General Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.2 (1.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • W

    West Virginia University

    Wood Science: Beyond Building

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economics, Sustainable Design, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Resource Utilization, Materials science, Climate Change Mitigation, Construction, Structural Analysis

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, File Management, Development Environment

    ★ 4.9 (97K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Análisis de Fallas en Componentes Mecánicos

    Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Analytical Testing, Process Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Deductive Reasoning, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Hong Kong

    Materials in Oral Health

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Dental Radiography, Dentistry, Dental Procedures, Laboratory Testing, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Materials science, Oral and Dental Care, Biomedical Engineering, Oral Health, Analytical Testing, 3D Modeling, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry

    ★ 4.7 (528) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    Lund University

    Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Strategic Sourcing, Materials Management, Business Modeling, Supply Management, Drive Engagement, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Environmental Policy, Resource Utilization, Business Analysis, Innovation, Policy Analysis, Policy Development

    ★ 4.8 (2.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere: Google
  • Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python): University of Michigan
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning: Linear Algebra: Imperial College London
  • Professional Cloud Architect Part 1: Infra & Network: Google Cloud
  • The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics: University of Michigan
  • Neural Networks and Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
  • Introduction to Computer Science and Programming: University of London
  • Wood Science: Beyond Building: West Virginia University
  • Python Data Structures: University of Michigan
  • Análisis de Fallas en Componentes Mecánicos: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

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