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: Programmable Logic Controllers, Animations, Human Machine Interfaces, UI Components, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Control Panels, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Simulations, Interactive Data Visualization, Electrical Safety, User Interface (UI) Design, Program Development, Computational Logic, Authorization (Computing), System Configuration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Meeting Facilitation, Virtual Teams, Drive Engagement, Telecommuting, Experience Design, Business Process Management, Virtual Environment
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Human Centered Design, Environmental Regulations, Sustainability Standards, Design Thinking, Sustainable Business, Product Development, Product Design, Regulatory Compliance, Sustainable Engineering, Corporate Sustainability, Product Lifecycle Management, Conceptual Design, Design Strategies, Waste Minimization, Corporate Strategy
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Course Development, AI literacy, Curriculum Planning, Instructional Design, Brainstorming, Design Strategies, Content Creation, Professional Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, iOS Development, Swift Programming, UI Components, Responsive Web Design, Apple iOS, Application Design, Animations, Apple Xcode, Application Development, Maintainability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Engineering Tools, AI Workflows, Cloud Infrastructure, Agentic Workflows, Big Data, Data Infrastructure, Model Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Large Language Modeling, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Technical Communication, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Deployment, Technical Design, Data Pipelines
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Epic Games
Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Game Design, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, Animations, Virtual Environment, Performance Tuning, Model Optimization, Design Elements And Principles, Prototyping, Musical Composition
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Mapping, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Validation, Workflow Management, JSON, Extensible Languages and XML, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Metadata Management, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Data Pipelines, Data Import/Export, Data Processing, Data Structures, Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Solution Design, Business Strategy, Business Architecture, Customer Insights, Brainstorming, Customer Analysis, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurial Finance, Creativity, Product Strategy, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Value Propositions
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Video Production, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Disabilities, Web Content, Learning Strategies, Cognitive flexibility, User Centered Design, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Office, Document Management, Diversity Awareness, Law, Regulation, and Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months