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    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Human-Centered Design: an Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Interaction Design, Usability, Human Centered Design, Mockups, Storyboarding, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping, User Research, Creativity, Interviewing Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.8K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      MRI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Medical Equipment and Technology, Image Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      448 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Développement psychologique de l'enfant

      Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Childhood Education and Development, Self-Awareness, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Parent Communication, Working With Children, Self-Discipline, Psychology, Social Skills, Compassion, Empathy, Relationship Building, Creativity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      769 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Microsoft

      Data Modeling in Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Star Schema, Power BI, Database Design, Data Transformation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Performance Tuning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      691 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Zurich

      An Intuitive Introduction to Probability

      Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Methods, Risk Analysis, Finance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases

      Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Team Management, Statistical Process Controls, Exploratory Data Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Probability & Statistics, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Regression Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Business Process, Graphing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Peking University

      大学化学

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, Energy and Utilities, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Experimentation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      134 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Electrodynamics: Analysis of Electric Fields

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Scientific Visualization, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      167 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Event Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Planning, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Business Strategies, Growth Strategies, Customer Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      722 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Alberta

      Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Life Sciences, Taxonomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Exploratory Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Visualization Software, R Programming, Scatter Plots, Graphing, Box Plots, Data Analysis, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Color Theory

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Policies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      653 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Human-Centered Design: an Introduction: University of California San Diego
    • MRI Fundamentals: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Développement psychologique de l'enfant: University of Geneva
    • Data Modeling in Power BI: Microsoft
    • An Intuitive Introduction to Probability: University of Zurich
    • Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases: Kennesaw State University
    • 大学化学: Peking University
    • Electrodynamics: Analysis of Electric Fields: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution: University of Alberta

    Frequently Asked Questions about Material Science

    Material science refers to the properties of solid materials and how the structure and composition of a material determine its properties. It helps engineers improve and design products by testing and researching materials to determine how to manipulate them for best results. Material science affects every field that involves engineering, including electronics, telecommunications, ground transportation, medicine, energy, and aerospace, for example.‎

    It's important to learn material science in order to come up with new and innovative products. It is necessary for lowering costs of production and creating long-lasting products. Material science is also important to learn because it is part of engineering design and how different materials will perform in your project, helping you determine which to use.‎

    Any career in engineering will use material science. This is used in many areas of engineering but you can also become a material engineer. In these careers you will test and research different types of material in order to determine the best way to create a product. You will use your knowledge in the area to create new materials and find any possible product failure which helps to create better and innovative product designs.‎

    Online courses can help you learn about material science by giving you the knowledge you need to progress in the field. The courses offer a variety of levels to get you ready for the next step. Online courses offer you the flexibility to work around your schedule, and the experts that teach them are available to answer questions and guide you in each course. You will have lectures and readings as well as assignments that will help you gain an understanding of material science. These courses can supplement your existing knowledge or be at a higher level to deepen your understanding of the topic.‎

    Online Material Science courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Material Science skills. Choose from a wide range of Material Science courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Material Science, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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