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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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    Duke University

    Introductory Human Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Pulmonology, Respiration, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Nephrology, Hemodynamics, Biology, Vital Signs, Electrophysiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Blood Pressure, Cell Biology, Neurology

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Getting and Cleaning Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Data Collection, Data Management, Web Scraping, Data Access, R Programming, R (Software), MySQL, File Management, SQL, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Convolutional Neural Networks in TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Training, Computer Vision, Fine-tuning, Classification Algorithms, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing

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    Duke University

    Introductory C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, File I/O, Memory Management, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Testing, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Test Planning, Simulations, Test Case, System Programming, Systems Development Life Cycle, Computer Programming, Data Structures, C and C++, Software Engineering, Problem Solving, Software Design

    4.6
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    Stanford University

    Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Graph Theory, Bayesian Statistics, Behavioral Economics, Probability, Economics, Problem Solving, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability Distribution

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Security Awareness, Data Ethics, Data Security, Technical Communication, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI

    4.8
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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Wind Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Calculations, High Voltage, Engineering Analysis, Systems Engineering, Materials science, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Structural Analysis, Financial Analysis, Environmental Monitoring, Failure Analysis, Cost Estimation, Mechanics, Engineering Design Process

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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Power BI, Data Analysis, Timelines, Data Management, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Entry, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science in Real Life

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Data Presentation, Data Management, Technical Communication, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistics, A/B Testing, Statistical Modeling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Fundamentals of Visualization with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Dashboard Creation, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Stay Ahead of the AI Curve

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, AI literacy, AI Integrations, Generative AI, Analysis

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    The Arduino Platform and C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Electronic Components, Computer Hardware, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Electronics Engineering, Program Development, Software Installation, Development Environment, Digital Communications, Build Tools

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introductory Human Physiology: Duke University
  • Getting and Cleaning Data: Johns Hopkins University
  • Convolutional Neural Networks in TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI
  • Introductory C Programming: Duke University
  • Game Theory: Stanford University
  • Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs: Google
  • Wind Energy: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
  • Data Science in Real Life: Johns Hopkins University
  • Fundamentals of Visualization with Tableau: University of California, Davis

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