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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Workflow Management, Brochures, Marketing Design, Marketing Materials, Design, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Layout Design, File Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Negotiation, Data Presentation, Risk Management, Professional Development, Business Risk Management, Drive Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Vibrations, Systems Engineering, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Geometry, Linear Algebra, Torque (Physics), Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Compensation Management, Business Strategy, Strategic Communication, Regulatory Requirements, Communication Strategies, Benchmarking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Compliance Management, Employee Surveys, Employee Retention
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Innovation, Team Building, Storytelling, Market Research, Team Management, Oral Expression, Entrepreneurial Finance, New Product Development, Business Strategies, Project Design, Team Leadership, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Financial Planning, Customer Engagement, Business Ethics, Competitive Analysis
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Data Validation, Data Integrity, Computer Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Responsible AI, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Dassault Systèmes
Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Technical Design, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Digital Transformation, Digital Communications, Business Transformation, Data Storage, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Social Impact, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Media Strategy, Information Privacy, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Databases, Back-End Web Development, Data Modeling, Data Entry, Query Languages, Web Development, Data Access, Data Integrity, Information Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Load Balancing, Cloud Security, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Authorization (Computing), Database Management, Data Security, Relational Databases, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Management, Single Sign-On (SSO), General Networking
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Prompt Engineering, Adobe Illustrator, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Style Guides, Adobe Photoshop, Graphic and Visual Design, Generative AI, Storytelling, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks