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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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    Coursera

    Principal Component Analysis with NumPy

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, NumPy, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Seaborn, Matplotlib, Statistical Visualization, Cloud Computing, Jupyter, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Science, Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Methods, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    298 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Informatics, Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization, Network Model, Data Analysis Software, Data Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Databases

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    255 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Unreal Engine: Design & Control Game Materials for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Color Theory

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Embedded Software, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electronic Systems, Systems Design, Hardware Architecture, System Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Requirements Analysis, System Programming, Reliability, Service Level

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    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    124 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Fundamentals of waves and vibrations

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering, Civil Engineering

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    203 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Workplace inclusivity, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Drive Engagement, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Change

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    405 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Key Technologies in Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Data Persistence, Cloud Deployment, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Cloud Computing, Data Architecture, Big Data, Cloud Services, Data Infrastructure, Analysis, Analytics, Data Storage, Database Administration, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    166 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Designing Effective Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Driving engagement, Psychology, Digital Communications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    139 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Levels of Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Terminology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    126 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cloudera

    Managing Big Data in Clusters and Cloud Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hive, Database Management, SQL, Database Management Systems, Big Data, Database Systems, Amazon Web Services, Databases, Data Management, Amazon S3, Apache Hadoop, Data Storage, Query Languages, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Storage, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Import/Export, Performance Tuning, File Systems, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    299 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Risk in Modern Society

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Operational Risk, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Safety and Security, Hazard Analysis, Cybersecurity, Environmental Issue, Public Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    228 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Rochester

    Introduction to Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Pre-Clinical Development, Laboratory Research, Informed Consent, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, General Science and Research, Community Health, Data Sharing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    120 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Principal Component Analysis with NumPy: Coursera
  • Plant Bioinformatics: University of Toronto
  • Unreal Engine: Design & Control Game Materials for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of waves and vibrations: École Polytechnique
  • Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal: Universidad de Palermo
  • Key Technologies in Data Analytics: LearnQuest
  • Designing Effective Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Levels of Organization: Rice University
  • Managing Big Data in Clusters and Cloud Storage: Cloudera

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