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.

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, AI literacy, Python Programming, Responsible AI
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Image Quality, Matlab, Computer Vision, Digital Signal Processing, Spatial Data Analysis, Medical Imaging, Mathematical Software, Spatial Analysis, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Software Versioning, Software Development Tools, Project Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Physics, Physical Science, Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Quality, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Integration, Data Ethics, Quality Improvement, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, LLM Application, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Case Studies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Computer Programming, Software Testing, Application Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Learning Management Systems, Virtual Environment, Education Software and Technology, Content Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universitat de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Physical Science, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Safety Assurance, Predictive Modeling, Communication Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Digital Communications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Linux Commands, Linux, Scripting, Unix Commands, DevOps, Test Script Development, Devops Tools, Scripting Languages, File Management, Unix, Command-Line Interface, File I/O
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Facility Management and Maintenance, Property Management Systems, Building Services Engineering, Facility Management, Plant Operations and Management, Thermal Management, Building Codes, Sustainable Architecture, HVAC, Engineering Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks