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Material Science Courses

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.


Popular Material Science Courses and Certifications


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    L&T EduTech

    Sustainable Design Practices in Building Design

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Waste Minimization, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Engineering, Construction, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Design, Construction Management, Environment and Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Building Codes, Building Design, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Management Systems, Sustainable Development, HVAC, Stormwater Management, Architectural Engineering, Thermal Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to R Programming and Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Ggplot2, Data Visualization, Tidyverse (R Package), R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Software Installation, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Ethical Social Media

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Data Ethics, Social Network Analysis, Analytics, Media and Communications, Social Sciences, Content Creation, Business Ethics, Information Privacy

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Linear Algebra: Matrix Algebra, Determinants, & Eigenvectors

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Geometry, Data Transformation, Applied Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Markov Model, Probability

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Structural Equation Model and its Applications | 结构方程模型及其应用 (普通话)

    Skills you'll gain: SPSS, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Social Sciences, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation

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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Systems Analysis, Electrical Systems, Mechanics, Systems Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Performance Testing, Basic Electrical Systems

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Electrónica en cápsulas

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, Engineering Design Process, Schematic Diagrams, Performance Testing, Computational Logic, System Design and Implementation, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to UX/UI Design

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Wireframing, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Emerging Technologies, Prototyping, Software Development Life Cycle

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Taxonomy, Anatomy, Microbiology, Scientific Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Control Systems, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Torque (Physics), Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for Kids, Parents, and Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Anthropic Claude, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Game Design, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Mindfulness: An Approach to Stress Reduction

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Mental Health, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Student Support and Services, Self-Discipline, Mental Concentration, Empathy, Respiration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Sustainable Design Practices in Building Design: L&T EduTech
  • Introduction to R Programming and Tidyverse: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ethical Social Media : The University of Sydney
  • Linear Algebra: Matrix Algebra, Determinants, & Eigenvectors: Johns Hopkins University
  • Structural Equation Model and its Applications | 结构方程模型及其应用 (普通话): The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Electrónica en cápsulas: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Introduction to UX/UI Design: IBM
  • Introduction to Biology: Evolution: Rice University
  • Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots : Northwestern University

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