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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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    Codio

    Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Science

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Network Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Algorithms

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Beginners Ⅰ

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Oral Expression, Vocabulary, Grammar

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Social Network Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Social Sciences, Graph Theory, Statistical Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Simulations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Hugging Face, Data Pipelines, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    AI para docentes: Transforma tu enseñanza con ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Digital pedagogy, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Prompt Engineering, Natural Language Processing, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    712 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Advanced Prompt Engineering for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Anthropic Claude, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Context Management, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Verification And Validation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Ciencia de datos​

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Quality, Data Science, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Business Analytics, Data Manipulation, Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Natural Attenuation of Groundwater Contaminants: New Paradigms, Technologies, and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Water Quality, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    操作系统原理(Operating Systems)

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, System Programming, OS Process Management, Computer Systems, File I/O, Data Storage, Unix, Computer Hardware, Data Structures, Virtualization, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Oracle Database Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Database Design, Database Theory, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Storage, Transaction Processing, Diagram Design

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture

    Build toward a degree

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    156 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning: Stanford University
  • A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Beginners Ⅰ: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Social Network Analysis: University of California, Davis
  • Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation: IBM
  • AI para docentes: Transforma tu enseñanza con ChatGPT: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Advanced Prompt Engineering for Everyone: Vanderbilt University
  • Ciencia de datos​: Universidad de los Andes
  • Natural Attenuation of Groundwater Contaminants: New Paradigms, Technologies, and Applications: Rice University
  • 操作系统原理(Operating Systems): Peking University

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