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    Explore material science for understanding material properties. Learn about the structure, properties, and applications of various materials.

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    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Engineering Genetic Circuits: Design

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Electrical Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Systems Design, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Research Design, Biology, Computational Logic, Control Systems, Experimentation, Technical Standard, Laboratory Experience, Design Software

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Platforms, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Services, Infrastructure Security, Application Security, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Continuous Monitoring, Data Loss Prevention, Risk Management Framework, Encryption, Configuration Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud Platforms, Application Deployment, Microservices, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Kubernetes, Continuous Delivery, Containerization, Amazon Web Services, Virtual Machines, Performance Testing, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, System Monitoring, Flask (Web Framework)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Bases y primeros pasos en latex

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Technical Writing, Document Management, Software Design Documents

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      190 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Scikit-Learn For Machine Learning Classification Problems

      Skills you'll gain: Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Unsupervised Learning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Relativism

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Anthropology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sociology, Environmental Issue, Science and Research

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Java Basics: Selection and Iteration

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Data Storage

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Novartis

      Targets, Assays & Screening

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Laboratory Research, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Biochemistry, Verification And Validation, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      EIT Digital

      Standardisation & Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Standard, Data Ethics, Interoperability, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy, Governance, Telecommunications, Artificial Intelligence

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Tesla Stock Price Prediction using Facebook Prophet

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Market Data, Financial Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Trend Analysis, Financial Analysis, Google Sheets, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Manipulation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      137 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electronics Engineering, Vital Signs, Technical Documentation, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics, Chemistry, Technical Communication, Semiconductors, ISO 13485 Standard, Internet Of Things, Laboratory Equipment, Electrical Engineering, Health Technology, Molecular Biology, Engineering Design Process, Biology

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Developing AR/VR/MR/XR Apps with WebXR, Unity & Unreal

      Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Unreal Engine, Unity Engine, Application Development, Prototyping, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Human Computer Interaction, Web Development Tools

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Engineering Genetic Circuits: Design: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Infosec
    • Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs: Duke University
    • Bases y primeros pasos en latex: Coursera Project Network
    • Scikit-Learn For Machine Learning Classification Problems: Coursera Project Network
    • Relativism: University of California, Irvine
    • Java Basics: Selection and Iteration: Codio
    • Targets, Assays & Screening: Novartis
    • Standardisation & Technology: EIT Digital
    • Tesla Stock Price Prediction using Facebook Prophet: Coursera Project Network

    Frequently Asked Questions about Material Science

    Material science refers to the properties of solid materials and how the structure and composition of a material determine its properties. It helps engineers improve and design products by testing and researching materials to determine how to manipulate them for best results. Material science affects every field that involves engineering, including electronics, telecommunications, ground transportation, medicine, energy, and aerospace, for example.‎

    It's important to learn material science in order to come up with new and innovative products. It is necessary for lowering costs of production and creating long-lasting products. Material science is also important to learn because it is part of engineering design and how different materials will perform in your project, helping you determine which to use.‎

    Any career in engineering will use material science. This is used in many areas of engineering but you can also become a material engineer. In these careers you will test and research different types of material in order to determine the best way to create a product. You will use your knowledge in the area to create new materials and find any possible product failure which helps to create better and innovative product designs.‎

    Online courses can help you learn about material science by giving you the knowledge you need to progress in the field. The courses offer a variety of levels to get you ready for the next step. Online courses offer you the flexibility to work around your schedule, and the experts that teach them are available to answer questions and guide you in each course. You will have lectures and readings as well as assignments that will help you gain an understanding of material science. These courses can supplement your existing knowledge or be at a higher level to deepen your understanding of the topic.‎

    Online Material Science courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Material Science skills. Choose from a wide range of Material Science courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Material Science, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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