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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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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Problem Solving, Physics, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Calculus, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry

    4.7
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    209 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cambridge

    The science of mind and decision making

    Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Human Learning, Child Development, Psychology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Sensory Systems Analysis, Teaching, Decision Making, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, K-12 pedagogy, Pedagogy, Learning Strategies, Developmental Disabilities, Empathy, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Electrophysiology, Human Development, Decision Intelligence

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    191 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Input and Interaction

    Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Usability, Interaction Design, Information Architecture, Interactive Design, Human Machine Interfaces, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Peripheral Devices

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    First Order Optical System Design

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Systems Design, Design Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Technical Design, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Numerical Analysis, Image Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Image Quality, Medical Imaging, Graphical Tools, Physics

    Build toward a degree

    4.3
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    343 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Jupyter, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Distributed Computing, Simulation and Simulation Software, Python Programming, Calculus, Mechanics, Vibrations, Simulations, Derivatives

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    392 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Relational database systems

    Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Database Theory, Relational Databases, Database Management, SQL, Databases, Database Design, Database Development, Database Software, Database Application, Database Management Systems, Information Systems, MySQL, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Transaction Processing, MySQL Workbench, Information Systems Security, Data Integrity, Performance Tuning

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Quantum Optics 1 : Single Photons

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, electromagnetics, Experimentation, Cryptography, Mathematical Modeling, Laboratory Research, Emerging Technologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    339 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Computational Social Science Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Network Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Social Impact, Simulations, Big Data, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Digital Analysis, Digital Transformation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    357 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Agents in LangGraph

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, LangChain, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, LLM Application, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Data Persistence, Context Management

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Duke University

    Copyright for Multimedia

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Data Sharing, Multimedia, Music, Video Production, Data Access, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Photography

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Bioconductor for Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, R (Software), Data Analysis Software, Big Data, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Software Installation, Data Import/Export, Data Access

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Algae Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Sustainable Development, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    627 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics: Rice University
  • The science of mind and decision making: University of Cambridge
  • Input and Interaction: University of California San Diego
  • First Order Optical System Design: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Relational database systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Quantum Optics 1 : Single Photons: École Polytechnique
  • Computational Social Science Methods: University of California, Davis
  • AI Agents in LangGraph: DeepLearning.AI
  • Copyright for Multimedia: Duke University

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