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.
Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), File Management, Linux Commands, Productivity, Computer Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Management, Probability, Probability Distribution, Linear Algebra, Digital Signal Processing, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Photography, Color Theory, Computer Displays, Computer Graphics, Digital Signal Processing, Semiconductors
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, OpenAI API, Application Design, Database Management, AI Enablement, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Software Development, Query Languages, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Tuning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Anomaly Detection, Unsupervised Learning, Data Warehousing, Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Data Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Data Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analysis, Machine Learning, Big Data, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Performance Tuning, Postman API Platform, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Validation, Authentications, Frontend Integration, React.js, API Testing, Authorization (Computing), PostgreSQL, API Design, Scalability, Application Frameworks, JSON, Full-Stack Web Development, Frontend Performance, Web Development, Python Programming
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Containerization, File I/O, Package and Software Management, Unified Modeling Language, Matplotlib, Software Testing, Docker (Software), Development Environment, Unit Testing, Test Automation, Continuous Integration, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), Scripting, Data Modeling, DevOps, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Stress Management, Resilience, Compassion, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Social Skills, Time Management, Persistence, Courage, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Skills
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Data Security, Machine Learning, Computer Security, Risk Management Framework
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Scatter Plots, Ggplot2, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Science, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Microsoft Excel, Supply Chain Planning, Order Management, Warehouse Management, Demand Planning, Logistics Management, Excel Formulas, Service Level, Operations, Data Management, Customer Data Management, Forecasting, Statistical Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Probability Distribution
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Business Communication, Crisis Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Diversity, Global Marketing, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Branding, Active Listening
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months