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.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Animations, Event-Driven Programming, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Storyboarding, 3D Assets, Programming Principles, Computer Graphics, Computer Programming, Scripting, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Civil Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Construction Management, 3D Modeling, Information Management, Software Installation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Biology, Public Health, Molecular Biology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Climate Change Adaptation, Data Analysis Software, Simulation and Simulation Software, Qualitative Research, Resilience
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD, Architectural Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Blueprint Reading, Blueprinting, Technical Drawing, Computer-Aided Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Implementation, Project Design, Solution Design, Financial Services, Business Modeling, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Case Studies, Value Propositions, Market Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Display Devices, Electronic Components, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Applied Mathematics
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Computer Architecture, Desktop Support, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, USB, Peripheral Devices, System Support
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Resilience, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Stress Management, Leadership, Neurology, Human Learning, Psychology, Anatomy, Business, Physiology
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Javascript and jQuery, Data Validation, JSON, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Web Development Tools, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Java, Database Application, Database Development, Databases, Software Development, Data Storage, Program Development, Computer Programming
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Cultural Diversity, Trend Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks