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.

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Data Visualization, Prompt Engineering, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Presentation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Copilot, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Spreadsheet Software, Forecasting, Dashboard Creation, Report Writing, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Synthesis, Predictive Modeling, Workflow Management, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics, Materials science, Process Flow Diagrams, Product Testing, Electronic Components, Engineering Design Process, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Laboratory Techniques, Personal protective equipment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Cloudera
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Apache Hive, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Management, Database Management Systems, Big Data, Database Systems, Amazon Web Services, MySQL, Data Management, Query Languages, Amazon S3, Apache Hadoop, Data Storage, NoSQL, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Storage, Data Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Validation, Data Management, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Social Impact, Bayesian Statistics, Policy Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physical Stamina, Kinesiology, Time Management, Lifting Ability, Human Musculoskeletal System, Habit Formation, Health Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Mental Health, Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: JSON, jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Debugging, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, PHP (Scripting Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Import/Export, Web Applications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Transfer Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Applied Machine Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Evaluation, Model Training
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Agile Software Development, Software Design, Software Development, Computer Programming, Test Case, Software Testing, Diagram Design, Programming Principles
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, User Interface (UI), Apple Xcode, Swift Programming, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, Objective-C (Programming Language), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development Tools, Data Structures, Application Development, Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Test Case, Cross Platform Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Prototyping
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Usability, User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Usability Testing, Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Design, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Prototyping, Design Elements And Principles, Layout Design, Human Centered Design, Web Design and Development, Typography, Design Research, A/B Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Key Management, Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Authentications, Data Integrity, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months