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    • Y

      Yonsei University

      Wireless Communications for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Network Architecture, Digital Communications, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Capacity Management, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Data Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Tableau Software, Plot (Graphics), Scatter Plots, Data Mapping, Graphing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Q

      Qualcomm Academy

      5G for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Emerging Technologies, Internet Of Things, Mobile Security, Network Architecture, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, Virtualization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      659 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Algorithms on Graphs

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Network Routing, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Network Analysis, Pseudocode, Network Model

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of London

      Introduction to Virtual Reality

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Display Devices, Technical Design, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Graphics, Human Factors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics

      Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Differential Equations, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, C++ (Programming Language), Calculus, Open Source Technology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      551 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • E

      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Process Mining: Data science in Action

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Process Management, Data Mining, Business Process Modeling, Process Optimization, Data Processing, Performance Analysis, Big Data, Real Time Data, Data Science, Verification And Validation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      G

      Google

      Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Brainstorming, Timelines, Taking Meeting Minutes, Concision, Generative AI, Productivity Software, Business Writing, Artificial Intelligence, Document Management, Project Schedules, Text Mining

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Alberta

      Software Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Unified Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Software Design Documents, Software Visualization, Solution Architecture, Software Systems, Software Development, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Enterprise Architecture, Maintainability, Scalability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      923 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Melbourne

      Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Combinatorics, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computational Logic, Computer Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      777 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      UiPath

      Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

      Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Web Scraping, User Interface (UI), Business Process Automation, Automation, Email Security, UI Components, Test Automation, Excel Macros, Scripting, IT Automation, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Software Development Tools, Data Management, Integrated Development Environments, Data Integration, Application Deployment, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      478 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Motors and Motor Control Circuits

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Three-Phase, Torque (Physics), Electrical Equipment, Embedded Software, Electronics, Electrical Wiring, Design Specifications, System Requirements, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Components, Technical Standard

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular industrial design courses

    • Wireless Communications for Everybody: Yonsei University
    • Data Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • 5G for Everyone: Qualcomm Academy
    • Algorithms on Graphs: University of California San Diego
    • Introduction to Virtual Reality: University of London
    • The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics: University of Michigan
    • Process Mining: Data science in Action: Eindhoven University of Technology
    • Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks: Google
    • Software Architecture: University of Alberta
    • Discrete Optimization: The University of Melbourne

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Industrial Design

    Industrial design is the professional field of designing products, devices, objects, and services that every human being uses every day. Industrial design focuses on the physical appearance and functionality of a product. The people who work in the industrial design field, such as industrial designers, are responsible for creating the way cars, appliances, materials, and millions of other items in all types of settings look, feel, and act.‎

    Industrial design is important to learn because it helps improve other people’s lives through products, items, and services that are well designed and easy to use and understand. Good industrial design can make it easier, and sometimes more fun, for people to use things they come into contact with during the day. For example, if you love the way your phone feels and behaves in your hand, or the way your office chair moves with ease, you can be sure industrial designers are responsible for those experiences.‎

    You can gain many benefits when learning about industrial design, such as sharpening your mechanical design skills, computer abilities, and problem-solving and analytical skills. You might also acquire a greater understanding of manufacturing processes and methodologies that industrial designers practice. When learning industrial design, you might also become skilled in computer-aided design, or CAD, which is the software that industrial designers may rely on to design products. One of the most gratifying aspects of industrial design is learning how to take the many ideas you generate and determine which ones may be the most innovative.‎

    "A career in industrial design can give you the chance to apply your creative, artistic, engineering, and digital talents to designing and testing all kinds of product concepts in every industry. Companies across the globe rely on new product development projects by industrial designers to grow their businesses. Some careers you might pursue would be an industrial designer creating concepts and products, an industrial researcher researching the needs for product design, a furniture designer working for home and office furnishing companies, an automotive designer working with automotive designers, or a packaging designer creating concepts for consumer companies. "‎

    Online courses introduce you to the fundamental aspects of the design and manufacturing process, but also to the transformation taking place globally affecting the way that products are designed and manufactured. Courses explore different types of industrial design methods, from digital manufacturing and design (DM&D), which is the shift from paper to digital processes to generative design, which is the product development feasibility based on algorithms. You could also discover the world of UXD, also known as User Experience Design to gain an understanding of how advanced user interface techniques work in product design. Also, a course on sustainable materials management can introduce you to where important materials used in everyday products are resourced and how they impact global economies.‎

    Online Industrial Design courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Industrial Design skills. Choose from a wide range of Industrial Design courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Industrial Design, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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