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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


  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Electrodynamics: An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Materials science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations

    ★ 4.7 (638) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Medical Devices, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes

    ★ 4.8 (239) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Vibrations, Engineering, Physics, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.9 (747) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    IBM

    IBM & Darden Digital Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Digital Transformation, Business Strategy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Wrangling, Competitive Analysis, Cloud Services, Data Presentation, Cloud Deployment, Business Transformation, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Big Data, Cloud Platforms, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Product Lifecycle Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Technologies, Data Science

    ★ 4.7 (51K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Credit offered
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, Data Storage Technologies, Development Environment

    ★ 4.9 (97K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • O

    Olay

    Cosmetic Formulation Science

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Procedures, Verification And Validation, Safety Standards, Chemistry, Experimentation, Product Testing, Scientific Methods, Product Design, Personal protective equipment, Materials science, Product Development, Record Keeping, Personal Care, Systems Of Measurement, Innovation

    ★ 4.7 (128) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • G

    Google

    Crash Course on Python

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Problem Management, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Development Environment

    ★ 4.8 (40K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • Y

    Yale University

    The Science of Well-Being for Teens

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Mental Health, Goal Setting, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Productivity, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Mindfulness, Social Impact, Decision Making

    ★ 4.8 (815) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    IBM

    AI Foundations for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, IBM Cloud, AI Workflows, No-Code Development, Machine Learning Software, Model Deployment, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Self Service Technologies, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Case Studies, Analysis, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Customer Service, Data Science

    ★ 4.7 (36K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fundamentals of Macroscopic and Microscopic Thermodynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Statistical Methods, Engineering, Physics, Probability Distribution, Physical Science, Chemistry, Calculus

    ★ 4.3 (271) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Transmission electron microscopy for materials science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, electromagnetics, Scientific Visualization, Laboratory Equipment, Electronics, Physics, Image Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.6 (125) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Research Design, Community Health, Health Policy, Research Methodologies, Social Determinants Of Health, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Chronic Diseases

    ★ 4.7 (5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Electrodynamics: An Introduction: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part 2: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • IBM & Darden Digital Strategy: IBM
  • Python Data Structures: University of Michigan
  • Cosmetic Formulation Science: Olay
  • Crash Course on Python: Google
  • The Science of Well-Being for Teens: Yale University
  • AI Foundations for Everyone: IBM
  • Fundamentals of Macroscopic and Microscopic Thermodynamics: University of Colorado Boulder

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