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: Apache Hive, Apache Mahout, NoSQL, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Cloud Management, Application Deployment, Databases, SQL, Performance Tuning, Data Processing, File Systems, Real Time Data, Query Languages, Database Management, Data Transformation, Scalability
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Bayesian Network, Logistic Regression, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Statistical Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Statistical Inference
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk, 3D Assets, Design Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Collaborative Software, System Design and Implementation, Interoperability, Coordination, Communication Systems, Network Protocols, Workflow Management, Case Studies, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Markov Model, Algorithms, Probability Distribution
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, LLM Application, Vector Databases, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, Embeddings, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Large Language Modeling, TypeScript, Responsible AI, Software Development, Real Time Data, Web Scraping, Software Design Patterns
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Motion Graphics, Technical Design, Performance Tuning, Virtual Environment, Blended Learning, Layout Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Responsible AI, Model Evaluation, Technical Communication, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Performance Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Embeddings, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Pandas (Python Package), Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Creative Cloud, Document Management, Layout Design, File Management, Productivity Software, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Digital Publishing, Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface (UI), Style Guides, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Typography
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability Distribution, Artificial Intelligence
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Power BI, Data Manipulation, Data Literacy, Database Design, Data Transformation, Data Integration, Star Schema, Data Cleansing, Relationship Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks