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: Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, File I/O, Jupyter, Computer Programming Tools, Scripting Languages
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Target Audience, Influencing, Executive Presence, Program Management, Constructive Feedback, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Communication, Leadership, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Analysis, Team Building, Presentations, Strategic Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Virtual Teams
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, Apple iOS, Android Development, UI Components, Web Development Tools
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Responsible AI, Generative AI, DevOps, Devops Tools, CI/CD, Software Documentation, Terraform, Kubernetes, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Automation, Innovation, Productivity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Human Centered Design, Human Computer Interaction, Generative AI, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Conceptual Design, Machine Learning, Deep Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, User Interface (UI), Human Machine Interfaces, Usability, Computer Displays, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Experience Design, Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Secure Coding, Data Security, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Security Testing, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Code Review
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Web Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Professionalism, Relationship Management, Communication Strategies, De-escalation Techniques, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Expectation Management, Growth Mindedness
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Stakeholder Communications, Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Security Management, Risk Analysis, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Modeling, Risk Modeling, Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Privacy, Estimation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, 3D Assets, AI Workflows, Development Environment, Programming Principles
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months