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      University of Colorado System

      Cryptographic Hash and Integrity Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Integrity, Encryption, Authentications, Data Security, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Digital Communications

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      C# Class Development

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Game Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Program Development, Application Development, Development Environment, Scripting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Y

      Yale University

      Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Liberal Arts, Environment, Biology, Creativity, Anthropology, Systems Thinking, Social Studies, Physical Science, Timelines, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Physics, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      436 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Genentech

      Data Science in Health Technology Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Risk Modeling, Health Assessment, Health Technology, Health Care, Statistical Modeling, Clinical Research, Medical Terminology, Systems Of Measurement

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SAS

      Practicing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Apache Kafka

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Real Time Data, System Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Data Pipelines, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Apache, Big Data, Systems Architecture, Continuous Monitoring, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Architecture, Middleware, Data Security, Distributed Computing, Scala Programming, Software Architecture, Restful API

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      EIT Digital

      Software Architecture for the Internet of Things

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Functional Requirement, Requirements Analysis, Internet Of Things, Software Design Patterns, User Requirements Documents, Android Development, Application Frameworks, Maintainability, Interoperability, Software Quality (SQA/SQC)

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      250 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Fundamentals of Robotics & Industrial Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Robotic Process Automation, Electrical Systems, Human Machine Interfaces, Manufacturing and Production, Industrial Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Internet Of Things, Matlab, Process Control

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Developing Websites and Front-Ends with Bootstrap

      Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Browser Compatibility, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, React.js, Web Applications

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Sustainable Transportation Networks and Streetscapes

      Skills you'll gain: Public Works, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Land Development, Water Resources, Community Development, Environmental Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      72 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenerativeAI for Customer Success

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Success Management, Generative AI Agents, Customer Service, Customer Support, Customer experience improvement, Customer Engagement, Personalized Service, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies, Business Process Automation, Data Ethics, Automation, Business Ethics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Board Infinity

      Excel Essentials and Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Excel Formulas, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Productivity Software, Data Management, Data Validation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Cryptographic Hash and Integrity Protection: University of Colorado System
    • C# Class Development: University of Colorado System
    • Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life: Yale University
    • Data Science in Health Technology Assessment: Genentech
    • Practicing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam: SAS
    • Apache Kafka: LearnKartS
    • Software Architecture for the Internet of Things: EIT Digital
    • Fundamentals of Robotics & Industrial Automation: L&T EduTech
    • Developing Websites and Front-Ends with Bootstrap: IBM
    • Sustainable Transportation Networks and Streetscapes: Johns Hopkins University

    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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