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Mechanical Courses

Mechanical courses can help you learn the principles of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, and mechanical design. You can build skills in computer-aided design (CAD), prototyping, and systems analysis. Many courses introduce tools like SolidWorks and MATLAB, that support modeling and simulating mechanical systems, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical scenarios such as product development and engineering analysis.


Popular Mechanical Courses and Certifications


  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Engineering of Structures: Tension and Compression

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Engineering, Civil Engineering

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS Feature Patterns and Sweeps

    Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Design Software, Technical Design, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Engineering

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Material Jetting and Stereolithography

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Manufacturing and Production, Process Engineering, Production Process, Machine Controls, Experimentation, Prototyping, Process Development, System Configuration, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Phase Diagrams I & II

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Materials science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    3D Printing Technology Deep Dive and Use Cases

    Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Manufacturing Processes, Cost Estimation, Design Strategies, Research and Design, Materials science, Electronics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Northwestern University

    현대 로봇공학, 강좌 2: 로봇 기구학

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Engineering Calculations, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Linear Algebra, Spatial Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    BIM Fundamentals: Smarter Building Design & Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Document Management, Autodesk, Construction, Engineering Documentation, Architecture and Construction, Building Design, Model Based Systems Engineering, Collaborative Software, Project Coordination, Computer-Aided Design, Digital Transformation, Architectural Design, Construction Management, Collaboration, Information Management, Data Modeling, Coordination, Data Visualization

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Geometric and Traffic Aspects of Highway

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Structural Engineering, Hydrology, Hydraulics, Grading (Landscape), Safety Standards, Design, Simulation and Simulation Software

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Northwestern University

    현대 로봇공학, 강좌 3: 로봇 동역학

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Model Optimization, Algorithms, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Rapid Prototyping Materials and Tooling

    Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Manufacturing and Production, Mechanical Engineering, Production Process, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Personal protective equipment

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Plan Reading and Specifications

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Plans And Specifications, Blueprint Reading, Architectural Drawing, Architecture and Construction, Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Construction, Engineering Documentation, Design Specifications, Mechanical Drawings, Coordination, Plumbing, Structural Engineering, Electrical Systems

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    3D Modeling for 3D Printing and Laser Cutting on Fusion 360

    Skills you'll gain: Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Software, Software Installation, Functional Design, Technical Design, Design, Model Optimization, User Interface (UI), Data Import/Export

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Mechanical courses

  • Engineering of Structures: Tension and Compression: Dartmouth College
  • SOLIDWORKS Feature Patterns and Sweeps: Dassault Systèmes
  • Material Jetting and Stereolithography: Arizona State University
  • Phase Diagrams I & II: Arizona State University
  • 3D Printing Technology Deep Dive and Use Cases: Arizona State University
  • 현대 로봇공학, 강좌 2: 로봇 기구학: Northwestern University
  • BIM Fundamentals: Smarter Building Design & Planning: Coursera
  • Geometric and Traffic Aspects of Highway: L&T EduTech
  • 현대 로봇공학, 강좌 3: 로봇 동역학: Northwestern University
  • Rapid Prototyping Materials and Tooling: Arizona State University

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