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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


  • U

    University of Toronto

    GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, ArcGIS, Data Visualization, Data Compilation, Data Mapping, Data Storytelling, Metadata Management, Data Integration, Data Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    324 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft SQL Server

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Star Schema, Microsoft SQL Servers, Database Design, Relational Databases, Data Integrity, Database Development, Data Integration, SQL, Transaction Processing, Power BI, Data Warehousing, Database Management, Transact-SQL, Data Maintenance, Databases, Query Languages, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Data Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    232 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    Infosec

    Computer Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Information Systems Security, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Data Analysis Software, User Accounts, USB, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Encryption

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    345 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Java Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Data Persistence, Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, File Management, Application Development, Maintainability, Software Design, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Data Management, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Data Validation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    200 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Classical papers in molecular genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Experimentation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    247 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Exploring Quantum Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Science and Research, Mechanics, Physical Science, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    73 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Materials science, Mathematical Modeling

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    293 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Data Structures & Backend with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Spring Boot, Restful API, Model View Controller, Spring Framework, Java Programming, Java, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Microservices, Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Dependency Analysis

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    160 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Governance, Leadership and Management, Discussion Facilitation, Philanthropy, Public Administration, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Review, Organizational Leadership, Community Development, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Case Studies, Analysis, Decision Making

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    214 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Foundations of Sports Analytics: Data, Representation, and Models in Sports

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data Cleansing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    204 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Physiology, Hematology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Cell Biology, Biochemistry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    331 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone: University of Toronto
  • Microsoft SQL Server: Microsoft
  • Computer Forensics: Infosec
  • Java Programming Fundamentals: IBM
  • Classical papers in molecular genetics: University of Geneva
  • Foundations of Coding Full-Stack: Microsoft
  • Exploring Quantum Physics: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Structures & Backend with Java: Board Infinity
  • Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector, Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Leadership and Governance: University at Buffalo

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