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    • L

      LearnQuest

      Scrum Master Certification: Scaling Agile and the Team-of-Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Scalability, Behavior-Driven Development, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Software Development, Continuous Integration, Virtualization, Program Development, Virtual Environment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Hardware Architecture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      460 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Program Development, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Debugging

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      343 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Data Science with R - Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Predictive Modeling, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Science, Data Collection, Data Manipulation, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Regression Analysis, Ggplot2, Data Transformation, Web Scraping, SQL

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Data Science Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Collection, Data Storytelling, Data Cleansing, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Reliability, Embedded Software, Performance Tuning, Hardware Architecture, Software Design, Debugging, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Hardware Design, System Design and Implementation, Code Review, System Programming, Software Systems, Linux, Systems Architecture, Real Time Data, Operating Systems, OS Process Management

      Build toward a degree

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidade de São Paulo

      Introdução ao Teste de Software

      Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Test Planning, Test Case, System Testing, Acceptance Testing, Functional Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Software Quality Assurance, Unit Testing, Quality Assurance, Usability Testing, Integration Testing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      521 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Anatomy of the Abdomen and Pelvis; a journey from basis to clinic.

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Medical Imaging, Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Obstetrics And Gynecology, General Medicine, Surgery, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Terminology, Scientific Visualization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      457 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Cultural Diversity, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Collaboration, Organizational Change, Communication, Adaptability, Telecommuting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      324 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Introducción a los modelos de demanda de transporte

      Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Transportation Operations, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Probability Distribution, Probability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      458 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud IAM and Networking for AWS Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, General Networking, Network Routing, Firewall, User Accounts, Virtual Machines

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      AIDS: Fear and Hope

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Health Disparities, Preventative Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Science and Research, Health Policy, Social Sciences, Microbiology, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      425 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Generative Deep Learning with TensorFlow

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Graphics, Unsupervised Learning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      305 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Scrum Master Certification: Scaling Agile and the Team-of-Teams: LearnQuest
    • Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion: Duke University
    • Data Science with R - Capstone Project: IBM
    • Data Science Capstone: Johns Hopkins University
    • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introdução ao Teste de Software: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Anatomy of the Abdomen and Pelvis; a journey from basis to clinic. : Universiteit Leiden
    • Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal: Universidad de Palermo
    • Introducción a los modelos de demanda de transporte: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Google Cloud IAM and Networking for AWS Professionals: Google Cloud

    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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