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Materials courses can help you learn about the properties of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites, as well as techniques for testing and analyzing these materials. You can build skills in material selection, failure analysis, and sustainability practices in material usage. Many courses introduce tools like CAD software for design, finite element analysis for stress testing, and various laboratory techniques for material characterization, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.


Popular Materials Courses and Certifications


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    Arizona State University

    Ceramics and Composites

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Failure Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Calculations

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    National Taiwan University

    材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanics, Materials science, Civil Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Modern Art & Ideas

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Mecánica de materiales

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Materials science, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Material Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Chemistry, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physical Science, Semiconductors

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Writing, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Professional Networking, Job Analysis, Business Communication, Communication, Recruitment

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    Peking University

    Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Materials and Textures in Unreal Engine 5

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, 3D Modeling, Game Design, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Building Materials and Human Health

    Skills you'll gain: Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Sustainable Architecture, Building Design, Sustainable Design, Hazard Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards, Social Justice, Product Lifecycle Management

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    Arizona State University

    Zn and Ni Based Batteries

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Electrical Systems, Chemical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Electronics, Materials science, Market Trend, Manufacturing Processes

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Electrodynamics

    Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Differential Equations, Physics, Materials science, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Electronic Components, Advanced Mathematics, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Energy and Utilities, Electronics, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Chemical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Calculations

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular materials courses

  • Ceramics and Composites: Arizona State University
  • 材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Modern Art & Ideas: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Mecánica de materiales: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Material Behavior: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • English for Career Development: University of Pennsylvania
  • Chinese for Beginners: Peking University
  • Materials and Textures in Unreal Engine 5: Packt
  • Building Materials and Human Health: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Zn and Ni Based Batteries: Arizona State University

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