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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.


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    Columbia University

    First Principles of Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Photography, Virtual Reality, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Imaging, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Graph Theory, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Color Theory, Algorithms, Automation Engineering, Electronic Components

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    Siemens

    Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Simulations, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Chemical Engineering, Scientific Visualization, Physics

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    174 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Diseño de videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, Software Design Documents, Design, Experience Design, Usability, Prototyping, Storytelling, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    330 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Programación Orientada a Objetos con Python

    Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, Programming Principles, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Quantum AI

    Hands-on quantum error correction with Google Quantum AI

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Emerging Technologies, Hardware Architecture, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Architecture, Simulations, Linear Algebra, Computer Science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    168 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Increase Reading Comprehension with Actively Learn

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Student Support and Services, Data Collection, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Interactive Learning, Curriculum Planning, K-12 pedagogy, Social Studies

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    147 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Object-Oriented Hierarchies in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Software Design

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    212 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Programming Fundamentals in Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, iOS Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Mobile Development, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment, Computer Programming, Web Development

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    273 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Full-Stack

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Programming Principles, Full-Stack Web Development, GitHub, Version Control, Program Development, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Git (Version Control System), Computer Programming, Algorithms, Web Development, C# (Programming Language), Back-End Web Development

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    165 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introducción a las Simulaciones PhET para la Educación STEM

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Mathematics Education, Digital pedagogy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Science and Research, Interactive Design

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    624 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Civic Engagement in American Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Advocacy, Public Policies, Governance, Public Administration

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • First Principles of Computer Vision: Columbia University
  • Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics: Siemens
  • Diseño de videojuegos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Programación Orientada a Objetos con Python: Universidad Austral
  • Hands-on quantum error correction with Google Quantum AI: Google Quantum AI
  • Increase Reading Comprehension with Actively Learn: Coursera
  • Object-Oriented Hierarchies in Java: LearnQuest
  • Programming Fundamentals in Swift: Meta
  • Foundations of Coding Full-Stack: Microsoft

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