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.

Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Resilience, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Courage, Visionary, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Digital Design, Overcoming Obstacles, Graphical Tools, Graphics Software, Color Theory
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Systems Analysis, Computer Architecture, Software Architecture, Simulations, Graph Theory, Hardware Architecture, Logical Reasoning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Bayesian Network, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Vision, Estimation, Applied Mathematics, Machine Learning, Network Architecture, Probability Distribution, Calculus
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Organizational Change, Change Management, Corporate Sustainability, Corporate Strategy, Business Transformation, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategies, Growth Strategies, Continuous Improvement Process, Culture Transformation, Organizational Structure, Product Development, Consumer Behaviour
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media, Instagram, Graphic Design, Organizational Skills, Facebook, Video Production
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Business Reporting, Annual Reports, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Climate Change Mitigation, Marketing Management, Accounting, Marketing, Communication, Stakeholder Analysis
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Google Cloud Platform, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Text Mining, SQL, Machine Learning
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Python Programming, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Unit Testing, System Testing, Software Design Documents, Software Development, Technical Communication, Software Documentation, Mobile Development, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Innovation, Creative Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Django (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Feature Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Programming Principles, Relational Databases, Databases, Development Environment, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Animation and Game Design, Authorization (Computing), Scripting Languages, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Style Guides, Software Design
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Remote Access Systems, Performance Tuning, Linux Administration, Data Storage, Systems Administration, File Systems, Software Installation, Data Access, File Management, Servers, System Monitoring, Data Management, Data Integrity, Network Planning And Design, Distributed Computing, Security Controls, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Data Security
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Design
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours