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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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    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Ancient History, Life Sciences, Environment, Taxonomy

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    University of Michigan

    Building Database Applications in PHP

    Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), MySQL, Database Application, Database Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management, Secure Coding, Authentications, Web Applications, SQL, Network Protocols

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    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Graph Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Combinatorics, Network Analysis, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Traffic Flow Optimization, Program Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Inteligencia Artificial y Futuro del Trabajo

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Employee Coaching, People Development, Employee Training, Responsible AI, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Data Ethics, Digital Analysis, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Business Intelligence, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Leadership, Business Technologies, Business, Data Science

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Deep Learning with Keras and Tensorflow

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Autoencoders, Generative AI, Unsupervised Learning, Tensorflow, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Training, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace Administrator

    Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, Data Governance, Google Workspace, Data Loss Prevention, Gmail, User Accounts, Google Gemini, Information Management, Email Security, Data Management, Data Security, Document Management, Identity and Access Management, Group Policy, Mobile Security, Records Management, Cloud Management, Data Storage, Security Management, Control Panels

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Import/Export, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Automation, Data Structures, File I/O, Data Validation, File Management

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Network Analysis, Public Administration, Accountability, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Governance, Social Justice, Disciplinary Procedures, Compliance Training, Political Sciences, Accountability Frameworks, Performance Measurement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Programming Languages, Part B

    Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Software Design, Ruby (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Functional Design, Code Reusability

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    Duke University

    Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Sensory Systems Analysis, Music Theory, Aesthetics, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Physiology, Biology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Laboratory Research, Scientific Methods, Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Review

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Structural Engineering, Hydraulics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Probability, Engineering, General Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mechanics, Hydrology, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Practices, Civil Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Calculus

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles: University of Alberta
  • Building Database Applications in PHP: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Graph Theory: University of California San Diego
  • Inteligencia Artificial y Futuro del Trabajo: Universidad de Palermo
  • Deep Learning with Keras and Tensorflow: IBM
  • Google Workspace Administrator: Google Cloud
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Programming Languages, Part B: University of Washington
  • Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why: Duke University

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