CAD courses can help you learn 2D and 3D modeling, technical drawing, and design visualization. You can build skills in creating detailed schematics, understanding material properties, and applying design principles to various projects. Many courses introduce tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and SketchUp, that support drafting and prototyping in fields such as architecture, engineering, and product design. By mastering these tools, you can effectively communicate your ideas and bring your designs to life.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Production Process, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Engineering Design Process, Materials science, Emerging Technologies
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

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Technical Design, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Electronic Hardware, Distributed Computing, System Configuration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Computer-Aided Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design Process, Computer-Aided Design, Design Strategies, Prototyping, Design, 3D Modeling, Materials science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unity Engine, Prototyping, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, Animations, Scripting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Civil Engineering, Vibrations, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Prototyping, Engineering Design Process, Experimentation, Materials science, 3D Modeling, Applied Mathematics
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Adobe Photoshop, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Import/Export, Design Elements And Principles
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Systems, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Design, Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Specifications
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Process Design, Product Design, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Industrial Engineering, Internet Of Things, Computer-Aided Design, Technology Roadmaps, Enterprise Resource Planning, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Technologies, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, 3D Assets, Peer Review, User Interface (UI) Design, Computer Graphics, Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Software Design Documents, Conceptual Design, Design, User Interface (UI), Music, Animation and Game Design, Usability, Persona (User Experience), Microsoft Visual Studio
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Dental Informatics, Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Dental Care, Oral Health, Disabilities, Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Medical Imaging, Computer-Aided Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Construction, Building Codes, Architectural Drawing, Industrial Design, Commercial Construction, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Drawings, Civil Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Failure Analysis, Technical Drawing, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Software, Sustainable Engineering
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months