Materials Science Courses and Certifications

Microstructural Evolution of Materials Part 2: Defects and Diffusion

Discover the principles of point defect evolution that explain materials science phenomena.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 8-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microstructural Evolution in Materials: Phase Transformations

Learn how the kinetics of phase transformations influence the microstructure of materials

• edX
• 4 weeks, 8-12 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microstructural Evolution of Materials: Surfaces and Surface-Driven Reactions

Discover the principles of Surfaces & Surface-Driven Reactions that explain materials science phenomena.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 8-12 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Material Behavior

1224 ratings at Coursera

Explore atomic structure, bonding, and defects in materials to understand how microstructure influences properties. Learn about crystalline and non-crystalline materials, and their behavior.

• Coursera
• 26 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know

4417 ratings at Coursera

Explore key engineering materials concepts, from atomic structures to mechanical properties, emphasizing practical applications and the principle that "structure leads to properties" in various engineering fields.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Cellular Solids: Structure, Properties and Applications

This course reviews the processing and structure of cellular materials as they are created from polymers, metals, ceramics, glasses, and composites, develops models for the mechanical behavior of cellular solids

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• 21 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Thermodynamics of Materials

Explore materials thermodynamics, phase equilibria, and transformations. Learn classical concepts, computerized methods, and statistical thermodynamics. Gain practical skills for analyzing complex material systems.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Atomistic Computer Modeling of Materials (SMA 5107)

Explore atomistic computer simulations for modeling materials, covering energy models, density functional theory, Monte Carlo sampling, molecular dynamics, and coarse-graining approaches with hands-on labs.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Materials Data Sciences and Informatics

340 ratings at Coursera

Explore materials informatics at the intersection of materials science, computational science, and information science. Learn data-driven approaches to accelerate materials development and deployment.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Materials Science

51 ratings at Coursera

Explore fundamental concepts of materials science, from atomic structure to crystal systems. Learn how materials impact society and drive technological advancements across various engineering fields.

• Coursera
• 1 day 5 hours 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Materials Science for Technological Application

Explore key materials science concepts, from atomic bonding to phase diagrams, and their impact on technological advancements. Gain practical knowledge applicable to various engineering fields.

• Coursera
• 26 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Microcredential

Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications

Explore advanced materials science concepts including metal strengthening, polymers, ceramics, and composites. Ideal for engineers and those interested in cutting-edge technological applications.

• Coursera
• 22 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Hardening, Polymers, Properties

72 ratings at Coursera

Explore age hardening, polymer science, and material properties. Learn about alloy identification, polymer types, synthesis methods, and how temperature affects structural characteristics.

• Coursera
• 23 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Ceramics and Composites

33 ratings at Coursera

Explore ceramics and composites, covering types, structures, processing methods, and applications. Learn about glass strengthening, crystal structures, and fiber-reinforced materials.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals

20 ratings at Coursera

Explore atomic bonding, crystal structures, and mechanical properties of metals. Learn about cubic structures, Miller Indices, crystallographic defects, and tensile testing for materials science and engineering applications.

• Coursera
• 1 day 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)