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.

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Intercultural Competence, Professional Development, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Pump Stations, Mechanical Design, Hydraulics, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Web Development Tools, Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Program Development, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Web Design, Web Servers, Development Environment, Software Development, Web Content, Front-End Web Development, Information Architecture
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Containerization, DevOps, Application Deployment, Scalability, Load Balancing, YAML, Capacity Management, Disaster Recovery, System Monitoring, Maintainability, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Animations, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, User Interface (UI), Scripting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, R Programming, Scatter Plots, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Science, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Descriptive Statistics, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Performance Testing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Dassault Systèmes
Skills you'll gain: Drafting and Engineering Design, Engineering Drawings, Technical Drawing, Mechanical Drawings, Assembly Drawing, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Interactive Design, File Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, Agile Software Development, Product Demonstration, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, Agile Product Development, Virtual Environment, Product Requirements, Product Management, Backlogs, Customer Communications Management, Customer Service, Presentations, User Story, Team Management, Prioritization
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Collaborative Software, Virtual Teams, Team Building, Business Process, Business Strategy, Project Design, New Business Development, Business Development, Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Project Implementation, Case Studies
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, Animations, Video Game Development, Game Design, Computer Graphics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months