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.

Exploratorium
Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Collaboration, Creativity, Mechanics, Research, Creative Problem-Solving, Experimentation, Innovation, Mechanical Design, Aesthetics, Construction
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Unstructured Data, Markov Model, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, Probability & Statistics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Variance Analysis, Data Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Lead Generation, Email Marketing, Driving engagement, Digital Advertising, Marketing Automation, Customer Engagement
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Azure, OpenAI API, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, OpenAI, Model Deployment, Risk Management Framework, Embeddings, Cloud Computing, Application Deployment, Python Programming, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Vision Transformer (ViT), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Embeddings, Digital Signal Processing, Transfer Learning
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Data Management, Functional Design, Debugging, Database Management, File Management, Databases
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Human Learning, Cultural Diversity, Research, Student-Centred Learning, Media and Communications, Curriculum Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Heat Maps, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Computer Vision
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Wrangling, Fraud detection, Data Transformation, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Sampling (Statistics), Data Integration, Model Evaluation, Workflow Management, Complex Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Architectural Drawing, Computer-Aided Design, Construction, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Building Design, Architectural Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months