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.

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Visualization Software, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Matplotlib, Python Programming, NumPy, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, Data Manipulation, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Scripting
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Behavior-Driven Development, DevSecOps, Test Driven Development (TDD), Kanban Principles, Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, Lean Methodologies, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development Methodologies, Continuous Deployment, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Ideation, User Interface (UI), Qualitative Research, Surveys, User Story, Data Collection, Persona Development, Data Analysis, Interviewing Skills, People Analytics, Statistical Analysis
Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Universidades AnƔhuac
Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Educational Materials, Prompt Engineering, Digital pedagogy, digital literacy, AI Security, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Natural Language Processing
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Enablement, Operational Efficiency, Innovation, Operational Excellence, Curriculum Development, Enterprise Architecture, Thought Leadership, Program Implementation, Strategic Planning, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Workforce Development, Education Software and Technology, Large Language Modeling, Business Strategies
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management, Unix, File Systems, Systems Administration
Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Hydrology, Environmental Monitoring, Physical Science, Water Resources, Environmental Science
Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Data Centers, Network Performance Management, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Scalability, Python Programming
Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Behavior-Driven Development, Agile Product Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Scalability, Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Solution Delivery, Virtualization, Continuous Integration, Solution Architecture, Unit Testing
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Cyber Risk, Information Assurance, Incident Response
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Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Water Quality, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry
Advanced Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Database Systems, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Operating System Administration, Routing Protocols, Database Design, Application Development, Network Architecture, Unix, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Database Theory, Web Design and Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Software Development
Beginner Ā· Professional Certificate Ā· 3 - 6 Months