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.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Production Process, Equipment Design, Laboratory Experience, Experimentation, Prototyping, Process Development, Analytical Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Emotional Intelligence, Backlogs, Scaled Agile Framework, Negotiation, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Software Development, Program Management, Brainstorming, Prioritization, User Story, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Project Portfolio Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Problem Solving, Project Controls
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Design, Surveys, Focus Group, Research Methodologies, Research, Data Collection, Interviewing Skills, Case Studies, Analysis, Report Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Business Correspondence, Business Writing, English Language, Marketing, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Advertising, Graphic Design, Selling Techniques, Marketing Materials, Marketing Communications, User Feedback, Market Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Real Time Data, Large Language Modeling, Application Deployment, System Monitoring, Generative AI, Open Source Technology, Cross Platform Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Machine Learning
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography, Graph Theory
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, OpenAI, API Design, Software Development, Back-End Web Development, Database Design, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, Construction, Construction Management, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, GIS Software, As-Built Drawings, Survey Creation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, 3D Modeling, Data Import/Export
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Spreadsheet Software, Project Management Software, Process Design, Data Entry, Excel Formulas, Automation, Data Import/Export, Data Management, Document Management, Collaborative Software, User Accounts
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Continuous Improvement Process, Education and Training, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Systems Thinking, Collaboration, Professional Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Teamwork, Design, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk Maya, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Simulations, Design Elements And Principles
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Image Analysis, Data Processing, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Big Data, Performance Tuning, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks