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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

      Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Matlab, Technical Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Building API Test Automation Framework Using Rest Assured

      Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Test Tools, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Case, Restful API, Software Testing, Configuration Management, Java Programming

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Azure Synapse SQL Pool - Implement Polybase

      Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Data Lakes, Cloud-Based Integration, Microsoft SQL Servers, Transact-SQL, Data Integration, Cloud Storage, File Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free Trial
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      Universidad de Palermo

      Fundamentos del Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Branding, Marketing, Brand Management, Strategic Marketing, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Target Market, Marketing Operations, Product Marketing, Market Share, Customer Insights

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Slides

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      LearnQuest

      Tables, Data & Networking in iOS

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, Apple iOS, Mobile Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Swift Programming, Data Storage, Model View Controller, Data Modeling, Data Storage Technologies, UI Components, Network Protocols

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      137 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Engineering Analysis, General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Derivatives

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Liderazgo orientado al florecimiento humano

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Resilience, Social Skills, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Optimism, Leadership, Relationship Building, Growth Mindedness, Positive Behavior Support, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Minnesota

      Acupressure

      Skills you'll gain: Contraindication, Personal Care, Patient Treatment, Stress Management, Patient Positioning, Clinical Experience, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Cultural Sensitivity, Science and Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Python Basics: Create a Guessing Number Game from Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Scripting, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Golf Course Management: Best Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Architecture and Construction, Landscape Architecture, Land Management, Water Resources, Property Maintenance, Environmental Science

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      Cities, Climate and Change: Pathways and Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Community Organizing, Environmental Policy, Mitigation, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Visionary, Environmental Science, Research, Finance, Innovation, Strategic Partnership, Governance, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Building API Test Automation Framework Using Rest Assured: Coursera Project Network
    • Azure Synapse SQL Pool - Implement Polybase: Coursera Project Network
    • Fundamentos del Marketing: Universidad de Palermo
    • Gemini in Google Slides: Google Cloud
    • Tables, Data & Networking in iOS: LearnQuest
    • Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Liderazgo orientado al florecimiento humano: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Acupressure: University of Minnesota
    • Python Basics: Create a Guessing Number Game from Scratch: 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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