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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Genomic Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Science, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Statistical Analysis, Computational Thinking, Biostatistics, Statistics, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Biology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Version Control

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Linux Commands, Software Versioning, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Collaborative Software, File Management, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Web Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Sequences, Time Series and Prediction

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Forecasting, Machine Learning

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Dog Emotion and Cognition

    Skills you'll gain: Cognitive flexibility, Psychology, Compassion, Learning Theory, Social Skills, Empathy, Anthropology, Train The Trainer, Experimentation, Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Cultural Diversity, Cooperation, Non-Verbal Communication, Biology

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Programming Principles, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Problem Solving, Automation, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Management, Data Cleansing

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

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    IBM

    IBM Deep Learning with PyTorch, Keras and Tensorflow

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Vision Transformer (ViT), Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Autoencoders, Unsupervised Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Statistical Methods, Logistic Regression, Image Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Model Deployment

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Math for Computer Science - Algorithms & Recursion

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Arithmetic, Computational Thinking, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Data Structures, Applied Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Master of Science in Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, User Story, New Product Development, Model Based Systems Engineering, Model Evaluation, Failure Analysis, Sustainable Business, Data Mining, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Delegation Skills, Real-Time Operating Systems, Object Oriented Design, Sampling (Statistics), Proposal Writing, Supplier Management, Accountability, Data Ethics, Sustainability Reporting, Database Design, Sustainable Design

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Vanderbilt University

    Java for Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Debugging, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Data Visualization and Communication with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Presentations, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Stakeholder Communications, Data Manipulation

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Machine Learning for All

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Data Collection, Classification Algorithms

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Scripting in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, File I/O, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Development Environment, Data Structures, Scripting, Data Storage, Data Import/Export, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Program Development, Data Integration, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to Genomic Technologies: Johns Hopkins University
  • Version Control: Meta
  • Sequences, Time Series and Prediction: DeepLearning.AI
  • Dog Emotion and Cognition: Duke University
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
  • IBM Deep Learning with PyTorch, Keras and Tensorflow: IBM
  • Discrete Math for Computer Science - Algorithms & Recursion: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Master of Science in Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Java for Android: Vanderbilt University
  • Data Visualization and Communication with Tableau: Duke University

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