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.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra, Probability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Bash (Scripting Language), Scripting, Database Management, Relational Databases, Command-Line Interface, SQL, Databases, Data Import/Export, Database Application, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Linux
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, LLM Application, Snowflake Schema, Prompt Engineering, Embeddings, Natural Language Processing, Unstructured Data, Data Pipelines, User Interface (UI), Semantic Web, Data Processing, SQL
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Business, Social Impact, Climate Change Mitigation, Systems Thinking, Consumer Behaviour, Sustainability Standards, Education and Training, Community Development, Economics, Environmental Policy, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Environment, Physics, General Science and Research, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Biology, Chemistry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Active Listening, Empathy, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Creativity, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Social Sciences, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Data Cleansing, Descriptive Statistics, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Database Design, Stored Procedure, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Development Tools, Scripting, Authentications, User Accounts
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Security Engineering, Network Security, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Transaction Processing, Key Management, Risk Management, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Data Integrity, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Data Integration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Ajax, Extensible Languages and XML, Web Design, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Data Validation, Web Applications, Scripting, Javascript and jQuery, Web Development, Android Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Middleware, Model View Controller, Hibernate (Java), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Interoperability, Java, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Mobile Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, File I/O
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours