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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Canva for teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Graphic Design, Creativity

    ★ 4.4 (33) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Linear Algebra, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Applied Mathematics, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science, Regression Analysis, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning

    ★ 3.6 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    The University of Chicago

    Machine Learning: Concepts and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Random Forest Algorithm, Model Training, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing

    ★ 3.9 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Modelling, Analysis and Design of Steel Buildings

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Building Design, Architectural Design, Computer-Aided Design, Failure Analysis, Design Specifications, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, 3D Modeling, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Software

    ★ 5 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition Hot Topics and Controversies

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Scientific Methods, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences

    ★ 4.7 (31) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization, Generative AI Agents, Data Analysis, Generative AI, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Workflow Management, Productivity, Automation, Customer Data Management, Data Management, Leadership Development

    ★ 4.8 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Climate Change in Water and Sanitation Utilities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Water Sustainability, Climate Change Programs, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Water Resources, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Business, Risk Management, Environmental Monitoring, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Linear Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Statistical Programming, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R (Software), Statistical Software, Data Science, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

    ★ 4.6 (31) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Machine Learning Models in Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Transformation, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Classification Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming

    ★ 3.9 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Generative AI Applications with Amazon Bedrock

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, Generative AI Agents, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, LLM Application, Amazon Web Services, Context Management, Agentic systems

    ★ 4.6 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    NIIT

    Developing Responsive Web Pages Using HTML5 and CSS3

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development Tools, UI Components, Application Frameworks, Web Frameworks, Web Development

    ★ 4.1 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Ciencia de datos energéticos

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Energy and Utilities, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Mining, Data Science, Statistical Methods, Python Programming, Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Data Preprocessing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks

    ★ 4.8 (35) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Canva for teachers: Coursera
  • Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science: University of Pittsburgh
  • Machine Learning: Concepts and Applications: The University of Chicago
  • Modelling, Analysis and Design of Steel Buildings: L&T EduTech
  • Nutrition Hot Topics and Controversies: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Climate Change in Water and Sanitation Utilities: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Linear Regression: Illinois Tech
  • Machine Learning Models in Science: LearnQuest
  • Generative AI Applications with Amazon Bedrock: Amazon Web Services

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