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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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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Conceptos y Herramientas para la Física Universitaria

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Physics, Integral Calculus, Graphing, Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Derivatives

    4.6
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    430 reviews

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Building High-Performing Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Employee Coaching, Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Team Performance Management, Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, Constructive Feedback, Self-Awareness, Behavioral Management, Coaching, Conflict Management, Productivity, Leadership, Mindfulness, Culture

    4.7
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    576 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Lausanne

    Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Statistical Reporting, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Investigation, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies, Molecular Biology, Verification And Validation

    4.9
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    École normale supérieure

    Approximation Algorithms Part I

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Solution Design, Probability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    558 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Pattern Discovery in Data Mining

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Big Data, Text Mining, Unsupervised Learning, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Image Analysis, Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Correlation Analysis, Information Privacy

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    326 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Visual Perception and the Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Psychology, Neurology, Motion Arguments, Physiology, Anatomy

    4.7
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    284 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Model Deployment, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Android Development, Tensorflow, Swift Programming, Model Training, Mobile Development, Embedded Systems, Computer Vision, Machine Learning

    4.7
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Converter Control

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Power Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Schematic Diagrams, Technical Design, Systems Design, Plot (Graphics), Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Economics, Economic Development, Governance, Culture

    4.8
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    360 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Mental Health Therapies, Public Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Gerontology, Mental Health, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Substance Abuse, Hospice, Medication Administration, Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Exercise Science, Epidemiology

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Supply Chain Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Capacity Planning, Materials Management, Forecasting, Material Requirements Planning, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Excel, Communication Planning, Excel Formulas, Performance Metric, Capacity Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Meeting Facilitation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Numerical Methods for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Software, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computational Thinking, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Simulations, Calculus, Plot (Graphics), Algorithms

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    444 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Conceptos y Herramientas para la Física Universitaria: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Building High-Performing Teams: University of Pennsylvania
  • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne
  • Approximation Algorithms Part I: École normale supérieure
  • Pattern Discovery in Data Mining: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Visual Perception and the Brain: Duke University
  • Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite: DeepLearning.AI
  • Converter Control: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD: University of Colorado Boulder

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