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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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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Real Time Data, Data Visualization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, AI Workflows, Data Synthesis, Data Preprocessing, AI Personalization, Data Analysis, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Fundamentals of Semiconductor Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Estimation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Chicago

    Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Vital Signs, Control Systems, Coordination, Biology, Communication Systems

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Executive Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Employee Onboarding, Data Management, Statistical Reporting, Team Motivation, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Project Management, Interviewing Skills, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Team Management, Workflow Management, Analytical Skills, Leadership, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Multiple educators

    Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Transfer Learning, Machine Learning, Jupyter, Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Model Evaluation, Tensorflow, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Reinforcement Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Hardening, Polymers, Properties

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Chemistry

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Big Data, Microsoft Excel, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Cleansing, Apache Hadoop, Statistical Analysis, Analytical Skills, Data Manipulation, Excel Formulas, Looker (Software), Scatter Plots, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Research, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Research Reports, Science and Research, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, R Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Jupyter, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming, Logistic Regression, Regression Analysis, Unsupervised Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Program Development, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Development Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Test Case, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, C and C++, Java, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript, Software Testing, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Università Bocconi

    Food & Beverage Management

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, Product Quality (QA/QC), Global Marketing, Market Dynamics, Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, Growth Strategies, Marketing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Data Science Coding Challenge: Loan Default Prediction

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Data Science, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Generative AI for Data Scientists: IBM
  • Fundamentals of Semiconductor Characterization: Arizona State University
  • Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life: The University of Chicago
  • Executive Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Machine Learning: DeepLearning.AI
  • Hardening, Polymers, Properties: Arizona State University
  • Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations: IBM
  • Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences: University of Amsterdam
  • Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification : DeepLearning.AI
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: University of California San Diego

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