Mechanics of Materials courses can help you learn stress analysis, strain measurement, material properties, and failure theories. You can build skills in evaluating load-bearing structures, understanding deformation, and applying concepts of elasticity and plasticity. Many courses introduce tools such as finite element analysis software and simulation techniques that allow you to model material behavior under various conditions, enhancing your ability to predict performance and design safer, more efficient structures.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Manufacturing and Production, Mechanical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Safety Training, Personal protective equipment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Production Process, Equipment Design, Laboratory Experience, Experimentation, Prototyping, Process Development, Analytical Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, 3D Modeling, Game Design, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Linear Algebra, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Calculus, Differential Equations, Physical Science
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Experimentation, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Quantitative Research, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Chemistry, Physics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Materials science, Machine Learning, Manufacturing Processes, Computer Vision
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Prototyping, Computer-Aided Design, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Scientific Methods, Exercise Science, Anatomy, Research, Mechanics, Physiology, Anthropology, Spatial Data Analysis, Biology, Scientific Visualization, Timelines, 3D Assets, Infographics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Mechanical Engineering, Schematic Diagrams, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Matlab, Physics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Physical Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months