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.

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Cloud Computing, Data Quality, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Keras (Neural Network Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Transfer Learning, Tensorflow, Python Programming, Data Preprocessing, Network Architecture, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Secure Coding, Cryptography, File I/O, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Scripting, Data Structures
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Vision Transformer (ViT), Artificial Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Go (Programming Language), Restful API, Authentications, Application Programming Interface (API), Secure Coding, API Design, Application Security, Software Testing, Microservices, Authorization (Computing), Database Development, Web Servers, Server Side, Databases, Software Architecture, JSON, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Maintainability, Software Design Patterns
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Public Works, Sustainable Design, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Land Development, Case Studies, Water Resource Management, Environmental Policy
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Javascript, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, AI Product Strategy, Project Management, Internal Communications, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Case Studies, Innovation, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Virtual Environment, Development Environment, Software Installation, Configuration Management, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative Model Architectures, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Large Language Modeling, Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Scenario Testing, Brute-force attacks, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Cryptography, File Management, Microsoft Windows, Scripting, Virtual Machines
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: UI Components, Web Components, Responsive Web Design, Application Deployment, Database Management, Databases, Web Design and Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Authentications, Application Development, Email Automation, Restful API, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, OpenAI API, TypeScript, Payment Systems, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), User Interface (UI)
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months