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    • D

      Duke University

      Scripting with Python and SQL for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, MySQL, SQL, JSON, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Database Management, Databases, Data Import/Export, Data Storage Technologies, Data Capture, Spatial Data Analysis, Python Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor

      Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Service Level Agreement, Data Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Security Testing, Network Security, Software Development Life Cycle, IT Management, Systems Development, Incident Management, Problem Management, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Cryptography, Cloud Management, Software Development Methodologies, Auditing, Change Management, Quality Assurance, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Digital Signal Processing 3: Analog vs Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Telecommunications, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Quantitative Research, Systems Of Measurement, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Advanced Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Threat Management, Firewall, Security Management, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Monitoring, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Infosec

      Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, General Networking, Linux, Windows PowerShell, Virtual Machines

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      485 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Linux Cloud and DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Linux, Cloud Computing Architecture, DevOps, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Linux Administration, Cloud Infrastructure, Containerization, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Software As A Service, Virtual Machines, Platform As A Service (PaaS)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      155 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The Museum of Modern Art

      Artful Practices for Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Self-Awareness, Creativity, Personal Development, Empathy, Optimism, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Journals, Curiosity, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      SAS

      Preparing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Access, Data Import/Export, SAS (Software), Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Transformation, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      139 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Monitoring and Observability for Development and DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Grafana, System Monitoring, Prometheus (Software), Application Performance Management, DevOps, Continuous Monitoring, Docker (Software), Interactive Data Visualization, Kubernetes, Microservices, Real Time Data

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Cloudera

      Managing Big Data in Clusters and Cloud Storage

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Hive, Database Management, SQL, Big Data, Databases, Data Management, Amazon S3, Apache Hadoop, Data Storage, Cloud Storage, Performance Tuning, Command-Line Interface

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      297 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      NoSQL systems

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Database Systems, MongoDB, Data Store, Databases, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Apache Cassandra, Scalability, Graph Theory, Unstructured Data, Maintainability

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      166 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
      U

      University of Copenhagen

      Academic Information Seeking

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Investigation, Record Keeping, Data Collection, Document Management, Information Management, Intellectual Property

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      745 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Scripting with Python and SQL for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor: Packt
    • Digital Signal Processing 3: Analog vs Digital: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Advanced Network Security: LearnQuest
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations: Infosec
    • Linux Cloud and DevOps: LearnQuest
    • Artful Practices for Well-Being: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Preparing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam : SAS
    • Monitoring and Observability for Development and DevOps: IBM
    • Managing Big Data in Clusters and Cloud Storage: Cloudera

    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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