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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.


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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Analysis, Programming Principles, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    384 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Introducción a Lean Six Sigma

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Process Controls, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Customer Analysis, Waste Minimization, Quality Management, Return On Investment, Process Mapping, Project Management, Cost Benefit Analysis

    4.8
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    730 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Teaching, Instructional Design, Critical Thinking, Human Learning, Analytical Skills, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    953 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI for Medical Prognosis

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Logistic Regression, Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Deep Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    799 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Understanding User Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, User Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Research Methodologies, Needs Assessment, Interviewing Skills, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    545 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Software Documentation, File Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    390 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft UX Design

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, User Research, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping, Usability Testing, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), Wireframing, Design Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Interaction Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Human Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Epic Games

    Epic Games Game Design

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Ideation, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Software Design Documents, 3D Assets, User Experience Design, Computer Graphics, Usability, User Interface (UI), User Experience, User Interface (UI) Design, Interactive Design, Virtual Environment, Version Control, Conceptual Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Prototyping

    4.3
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    598 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based

    Skills you'll gain: Taxonomy, AI Personalization, Spreadsheet Software, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Data Collection, Statistics, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Java

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    659 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Productivity Software, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Presentations, Generative AI, Identity and Access Management, Data Security

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    833 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Algae

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Design, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Environment and Resource Management, Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Process Engineering, Laboratory Testing

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Embedded Software and Hardware Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Data Structures, System Programming, Microarchitecture, C (Programming Language), Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Maintainability, System Configuration, Development Environment, Peripheral Devices

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1): Rice University
  • Introducción a Lean Six Sigma: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers: Macquarie University
  • AI for Medical Prognosis : DeepLearning.AI
  • Understanding User Needs: University of Michigan
  • AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Microsoft UX Design: Microsoft
  • Epic Games Game Design: Epic Games
  • Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot: Microsoft

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