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.

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Management, Digital Forensics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Research, Technical Writing, Learning Management Systems, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Machine Learning, Generative AI, PySpark, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Apache Hadoop, Data Pipelines, Unsupervised Learning, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Classification Algorithms, Data Transformation, Regression Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Risk Analysis, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Linear Algebra, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Physical Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, .NET Framework, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Copilot, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Event-Driven Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Performance Tuning, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Embeddings, Vector Databases, Jupyter
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Safety and Security, Environmental Issue, Cyber Security Strategy, Decision Making, Public Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Database Systems, MongoDB, Database Management Systems, Databases, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Apache Cassandra, Data Storage Technologies, Scalability, Graph Theory, Unstructured Data, Maintainability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Case Studies, Economic Development, Land Management, Growth Strategies, Community Development, Geographic Information Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks