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: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI API, Hugging Face, Microsoft Copilot, Responsible AI, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Application Programming Interface (API)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Edge Impulse
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Model Deployment, Data Ethics, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Model Evaluation, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Innovation, Environmental Science, Sustainability Standards, Environment, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Social Justice, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Public Policies, Case Studies
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, TCP/IP, Information Technology, General Networking, Computer Literacy, Network Protocols, Operating Systems, Computer Networking, Software Systems, File Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Physics, electromagnetics, Experimentation, Cryptography, Laboratory Research, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Emerging Technologies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Zurich
Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Experimentation, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Lecturing, Student Engagement, Research Design, Drive Engagement, Course Development, Scientific Methods, Simulations, Model Evaluation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Knowledge Accelerators
Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Import/Export, Business Intelligence, Data Transformation, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Microsoft Excel, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Microsoft Teams, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Management Reporting, Microsoft 365, Data Modeling, Microsoft Office, Data Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Engineering
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Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Torque (Physics), electromagnetics, Physics, Electrical Systems, Engineering Analysis, Electronics, Electronic Components, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Integral Calculus
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Remote Access Systems, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Networking Hardware, Network Administration, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, Network Model, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Network Routing, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Javascript, Data Structures, Debugging, JSON, Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Computer Programming, Front-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Software Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Git (Version Control System), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Application Programming Interface (API)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months