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.

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Dashboard, Data Entry, Productivity Software, Business Reporting, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Data Management, Analytics, Data Validation
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Medical Imaging, Artificial Intelligence, Electric Power Systems, Bioinformatics, Deep Learning, Sustainable Technologies, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Molecular Biology, Anomaly Detection, Pharmacology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Peer Review, Storytelling, Video Game Development, Writing, Content Creation, Creative Thinking, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Storyboarding
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Software Testing, Test Automation, Integration Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Testability, Software Engineering, Android Development, Application Security, Test Case, Software Design, Software Architecture, Mobile Security, Application Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Transportation Operations, Sustainable Design, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Engineering, Feasibility Studies, Emerging Technologies, Regulatory Compliance, Concept Of Operations, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, Human Factors, Safety Standards
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Visual Studio, AI Enablement, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Development Tools, GitHub, Debugging, HTML and CSS, User Interface (UI), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Sales Strategy, Sales Pipelines, AI Personalization, Sales Operations, Responsible AI, Lead Generation, Sales Development, Generative AI Agents, Competitive Analysis, Sales Management, Marketing Automation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Account Management, Business Process Automation, Business Intelligence, Workflow Management, Market Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Thinking, Data Sharing, Data Modeling, Systems Design, Mathematical Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Biology, Environment, Storytelling
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Manufacturing Processes, Hydraulics, Manufacturing Operations, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Process Engineering, Control Systems, Manufacturing Standards, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Internet Of Things, Materials science, Quality Assurance, Safety Standards, Petroleum Industry, Engineering Practices, Technical Standard, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Thermal Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Performance Tuning, Natural Language Processing
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Jenkins, Docker (Software), Spring Boot, Configuration Management, Containerization, Scalability, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Spring Framework, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, API Gateway, DevOps, JUnit, Java Programming, Java, Application Design, Unit Testing, Application Programming Interface (API), React.js
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months