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.

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Aesthetics, Design, Social Studies, Art History, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards, Non-Verbal Communication, Sociology, Creativity, 3D Modeling, World History, Social Impact
★ 4.8 (3.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Computational Logic, Computer Architecture, Hardware Design, Hardware Architecture, Memory Management, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Diagram Design, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Algorithms
★ 4.5 (130) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Systems, Mechanical Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Electronics, Electronic Components, Simulation and Simulation Software, 3D Assets, Simulations, Design Software, Verification And Validation, Open Source Technology, Data Import/Export
★ 5 (35) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Computer-Aided Design, Automation, Internet Of Things, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Operations, Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing, Simulation and Simulation Software, Network Infrastructure, Finite Element Methods, AI Integrations, Cloud Computing
★ 4.7 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Design, Computer-Aided Design, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Functional Design, Electronic Components, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Open Source Technology, Simulations, Schematic Diagrams
★ 4.9 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: UI Components, Systems Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Digital Design, System Design and Implementation, Design Strategies, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design, Design Software, Scalability, Design and Product, Agile Methodology, Usability, Design Research, Style Guides, Agile Product Development, UI/UX Research, Product Testing, System Programming, Prompt Patterns
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Real-Time Operating Systems, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing and Production, Automation, Digital Transformation, Systems Architecture, Digital Signal Processing, Software Systems
★ 4.6 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Design Reviews, Prototyping, Ideation, Design Strategies, Process Design, Design, Design Research, Usability Testing, User Feedback
★ 4.7 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Data Structures, Electronic Hardware, Computational Logic, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronic Systems, System Design and Implementation, Computer Architecture, Verification And Validation, Embedded Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Code Reusability, Test Engineering, Data Synthesis, Analysis, Design, Process Optimization
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Process Engineering, Cost Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Budget Management, Engineering Management, Process Design, Project Coordination, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Process Optimization, Budgeting, Engineering Design Process, Process Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Modeling, Occupational Safety And Health, Project Planning, Operational Excellence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Animations, Software Design, Data Structures, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Computer Graphic Techniques, Python Programming, Graphic and Visual Design, Event-Driven Programming, Digital Design, Simulations, Computer Graphics, Design, Game Design, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, File I/O
★ 5 (7) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months