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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      Fundamentals of Materials Science

      Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Manufacturing Processes, Thermal Management, Chemical Engineering, Experimentation, Laboratory Research

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      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Materials Science for Technological Application

      Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Manufacturing Processes, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Thermal Management, Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Physical Science, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Reliability, Engineering Calculations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Thermal Management, Structural Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Process Control, Engineering Calculations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      183 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry

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

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      Arizona State University

      Introduction to Materials Science

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Environment and Resource Management, Materials Management, Business Modeling, Environmental Science, Waste Minimization, Drive Engagement, Supply Chain Management, Environmental Policy, Business Analysis, Innovation, Policy Analysis, Policy Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know

      Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Thermal Management, Electronic Components, Electronics Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Mechanics of Materials III: Beam Bending

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Schematic Diagrams, Mathematical Modeling

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

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      Parsons School of Design, The New School

      Healthier Materials and Sustainable Building

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Chemistry, Construction, Building Design, Materials Management, Procurement, Environment Health And Safety, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Public Health, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Design, Systems Thinking, Chemical Engineering, Waste Minimization, Health Assessment, Hazard Analysis, Architectural Engineering

      4.8
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Additive Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Schematic Diagrams, Engineering Design Process, Computer-Aided Design, Production Process, 3D Assets, Materials science, Design Strategies, Prototyping, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, 3D Modeling, Manufacturing Operations, Design, Equipment Design, Experimentation, Laboratory Experience, Manufacturing and Production, Systems Of Measurement, Process Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      AI Materials

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Materials science, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Manufacturing Processes, Machine Learning, Deep Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      802 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Fundamentals of Materials Science: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Materials Science for Technological Application: Arizona State University
    • Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications: Arizona State University
    • Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Introduction to Materials Science : Arizona State University
    • Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management: Lund University
    • Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know: University of California, Davis
    • Mechanics of Materials III: Beam Bending: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Healthier Materials and Sustainable Building: Parsons School of Design, The New School
    • Additive Manufacturing: Arizona State University

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