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.
École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Radiation Therapy, Physical Science, Radiology, Biomedical Technology, General Science and Research, Emerging Technologies, Research, Energy and Utilities, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Visual Studio, Algorithms, Game Design, Video Game Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Markov Model, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Failure Analysis, Hazard Analysis, Simulations, Numerical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Chemical Engineering, Verification And Validation, Differential Equations, Probability
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Performance Tuning, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Software Design Patterns, Programming Principles, Data Persistence, Algorithms, Simulations
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Scripting, R Programming, Data Processing, Statistical Programming, Data Structures
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Color Matching, Adobe Illustrator, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Design, Visual Design, Design Software, Content Creation, Creative Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Collaborative Software, Adobe InDesign, Design Reviews, Version Control, Style Guides, User Feedback, Peer Review, Editing, Layout Design, Document Management, File Management, Branding
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Identity and Access Management, Looker (Software), User Accounts, Data Management, Data Security, Auditing, Authorization (Computing), Customer Support, Data Sharing, Scheduling, Report Writing, Administration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Developing Training Materials, Sales Presentation, Data Visualization, Technical Communication, Productivity Software, Project Documentation, Graphic Design, Business Communication, Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Android Development, Unity Engine, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, C# (Programming Language), Animations, Scripting
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Community Outreach, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Environment and Resource Management, Case Studies, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Driving engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Governance, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks