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Finite Element Courses

Finite Element courses can help you learn numerical methods, structural analysis, and material behavior principles. You can build skills in mesh generation, boundary condition application, and post-processing results. Many courses introduce tools like ANSYS, Abaqus, and COMSOL Multiphysics, that support simulating complex physical phenomena and validating design choices in engineering projects.


Popular Finite Element Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Analysis, Matlab, Technical Design

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Netzkonvergenzstudien in der Finiten Elemente Methode

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, 3D Modeling, Scientific Visualization, Cloud Computing, Structural Analysis

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Monetary Policy in the Asia Pacific

    Skills you'll gain: Market Liquidity, Analysis, Financial Policy, Economics, International Finance, Financial Market, Financial Regulation, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Forecasting

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Our Energy Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Pollution Prevention, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Oil and Gas, Sustainable Technologies, Environment, Socioeconomics, Environmental Science, Biological Engineering, Economics, Chemical Engineering

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Spacecraft Relative Motion Kinematics and Kinetics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Geometry, Linear Algebra, Simulation and Simulation Software, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Analytical Solutions to Common Healthcare Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Data Dictionary, Health Informatics, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Synthesis, Fraud detection, Analytics, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Clinical Data Management, Data Transformation, Quality Assessment, Risk Analysis, Data Quality, Predictive Modeling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Mastering the Art of Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Business Leadership, Active Listening, Empathy, Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Crisis Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Adaptability, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Vibrations, Mechanics, Finite Element Methods, Differential Equations, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Calculus

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Machine Controls, Automation, Robotics, Network Routing, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computer Vision, Mathematical Modeling, Data Mapping, Predictive Modeling, Spatial Data Analysis, Control Systems, Estimation, Applied Mathematics

    4.8
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    System Validation: Automata and behavioural equivalences

    Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Theoretical Computer Science, System Testing, System Software, Systems Design, Software Architecture, Embedded Systems

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Verification and Synthesis of Autonomous Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Computational Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, Automation, Agentic systems, System Requirements, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Introduction to advanced tomography

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Medical Imaging, 3D Modeling, Image Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Materials science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital Signal Processing, Python Programming, Applied Mathematics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular finite element courses

  • Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Netzkonvergenzstudien in der Finiten Elemente Methode: Coursera
  • Monetary Policy in the Asia Pacific: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Our Energy Future: University of California San Diego
  • Spacecraft Relative Motion Kinematics and Kinetics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Analytical Solutions to Common Healthcare Problems: University of California, Davis
  • Mastering the Art of Cross-Functional Collaboration : University of Colorado System
  • Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • System Validation: Automata and behavioural equivalences: 28DIGITAL

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