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      University of Pennsylvania

      English for Journalism

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Research, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Vocabulary, Media and Communications, Grammar, Electronic Media, Digital Publishing, English Language, Storytelling, Editing, Proofreading, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
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      Arizona State University

      Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, English Language, Language Learning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Essentials of Additive Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Modeling, Industrial Design, Mechanical Design, Product Engineering, Production Process, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Prototyping, Manufacturing Standards, System Requirements, Physics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Elements of Computer Aided Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Mechanical Design, Process Development, Robotic Process Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Automation, Programming Principles

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Parsons School of Design, The New School

      Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Architecture and Construction, Materials Management, Procurement, Building Design, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Systems Thinking, Environmental Policy, Corporate Sustainability, Waste Minimization, Conceptual Design, Digital Transformation, Environment and Resource Management, Design Thinking, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Material Extrusion

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Experimentation, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Research, Data Analysis Software

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Ferrous Technology I

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Engineering, Process Analysis, Chemistry, Physical Science, Environmental Issue

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Structural Engineering, Torque (Physics), Vibrations, Engineering, Physics, Civil Engineering, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Designing Learning Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Course Development, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Educational Materials, Innovation, Student-Centred Learning, Curriculum Planning, Learning Theory, Open Source Technology, Learning Strategies

      4.9
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      Arizona State University

      Optical and X-Ray Characterization

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Laboratory Equipment, Failure Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Electronics, Quantitative Research

      4.8
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Carnegie Mellon University

      Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Mechanics, Physics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Probability Distribution

      3.9
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      Arizona State University

      Shape and Property Control of Metals I & II

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Semiconductors, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Production Process, Process Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science

      4.8
      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

    • English for Journalism: University of Pennsylvania
    • Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment: Arizona State University
    • Essentials of Additive Manufacturing: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Elements of Computer Aided Manufacturing: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy: Parsons School of Design, The New School
    • Material Extrusion: Arizona State University
    • Ferrous Technology I: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
    • Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Designing Learning Innovation: Politecnico di Milano
    • Optical and X-Ray Characterization: Arizona State University

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