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Machine Design Courses

Machine design courses can help you learn about mechanical components, system dynamics, and material selection. You can build skills in creating detailed design specifications, conducting stress analysis, and optimizing performance through simulations. Many courses introduce tools like CAD software for drafting and modeling, as well as finite element analysis (FEA) tools to evaluate design integrity. You'll also explore manufacturing processes and prototyping techniques, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.


Popular Machine Design Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Simulations, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Science & Religion 101

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    168 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Khalifa University

    AI for Executives

    Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Sales Enablement, Model Deployment, Feature Engineering, Data Governance, Responsible AI, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Transfer Learning, Data Quality, Customer Data Management, Sales Management, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Natural Language Processing

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Back-End

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Engineering Software, Diagram Design, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Software Engineering, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    115 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Functional Programming Principles in Scala (Scala 2 version)

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Functional Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Feature Engineering en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Tensorflow, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Data Store, Applied Machine Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Statistical Methods

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    37 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Fire and Life Safety Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Fire And Life Safety, Building Codes, Pump Stations, Schematic Diagrams, Blueprint Reading, Electrical Systems, Process Flow Diagrams, Construction, Safety Training, Hydraulics, Construction Inspection, Safety Assurance, Plumbing, Chemical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Building Design, Facility Management and Maintenance, Hazard Analysis, Safety Standards, System Requirements

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    115 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Developing Data Models with LookML

    Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Data Modeling, Dashboard, Database Design, Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Analysis, Data Persistence, Version Control

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    72 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Essentials of Sensory Science

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Product Testing, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Experience, Food and Beverage, Consumer Behaviour, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Case Studies, Quality Assurance, Physiology, Research Design, Usability Testing, Science and Research, Data Collection, Statistical Analysis, Nutrition and Diet, Human Factors, Anatomy, Product Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    73 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Alibaba Cloud Academy

    Alibaba Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Load Balancing, Data Visualization Software, Cloud Security, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Database Management, Apache Hadoop, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Architecture, Apache Spark, Data Security, Servers, Apache Hive, Application Security, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    144 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    機器人學一 (Robotics (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Mechanics, Automation Engineering, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Spatial Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Fundamentos de UX y de los requisitos de software

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Software Development Life Cycle, Functional Requirement, Unified Modeling Language, Requirements Analysis, Prototyping, Usability, User Experience, User Interface (UI) Design, User Requirements Documents, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Research, Interaction Design, User Centered Design, System Requirements, Software Design, Software Engineering, Systems Development

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    157 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular machine design courses

  • Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
  • AI for Executives: Khalifa University
  • Foundations of Coding Back-End: Microsoft
  • Functional Programming Principles in Scala (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Feature Engineering en Español: Google Cloud
  • Fire and Life Safety Systems: L&T EduTech
  • Developing Data Models with LookML: Google Cloud
  • Essentials of Sensory Science: University of California, Davis
  • Alibaba Cloud Computing: Alibaba Cloud Academy

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