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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Exploitation techniques, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cryptographic Protocols, Remote Access Systems, Network Protocols, Encryption, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis, Proxy Servers
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Compassion, Policy Analysis, Psychology, Mental Health, Resilience, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Empathy, Mindfulness, Relationship Building, Mental and Behavioral Health, Goal Setting, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidade de São Paulo
Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, Anthropology, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Physics, Biology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Data Lakes, Extract, Transform, Load, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Transformation, LLM Application, Data Pipelines, Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Communication, Public Speaking, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Resilience, Personal Development, Strategic Communication, Professional Networking, Mentorship, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Leadership Development, Self-Motivation, Coaching, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Empathy, Shared Media
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Java, Java Programming, Data Management, Secure Coding, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Hydrology, Water Resources, Water Quality, Environmental Science, Biology, Natural Resource Management, Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Training, Convolutional Neural Networks, Heat Maps, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Computer Vision
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Public Cloud, Cloud Services, Business Transformation, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Google Cloud Platform, Software As A Service, Capital Expenditure, Technology Strategies, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Security, Network Architecture, Operating Expense, Computer Networking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Mechanical Engineering, Simulations, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Empathy, Stress Management, Self-Discipline, Growth Mindedness, Time Management, Creativity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Calendar Management, Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Skills, Personal Development, Resilience, Productivity, Stress First Aid, Prioritization, Overcoming Obstacles, Mindfulness
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Conceptual Design, AutoCAD, Design Thinking, Animations, Computer Graphic Techniques, Layout Design, Software Visualization, Editing, Graphical Tools, Model Evaluation, Software Installation, Design Software, Model Optimization, Spatial Analysis, User Interface (UI), Data Import/Export
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months