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    Study structural engineering for designing safe buildings and infrastructure. Learn about materials, load analysis, and construction methods.

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    • Status: New
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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Sensors for a Carbon Free World

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Power Electronics, Electrical Systems, Torque (Physics), Electronic Components, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Basic Electrical Systems, Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems, Electronics, Engineering Calculations, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Energy and Utilities, Machine Controls, Electronics Engineering, Structural Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Energy and Utilities, Plant Operations and Management, Electrical Equipment, Three-Phase, Power Electronics, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Control, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Thermal Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      99 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      West Virginia University

      Wood Science: Beyond Building

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Environmental Engineering, Construction, Physical Science, Product Lifecycle Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      776 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Princeton University

      Imagining Other Earths

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Biochemistry, Physics, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Research, Image Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Of Measurement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      395 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Leveraging Virtual Assistants for Personal Productivity

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Personal Development, Time Management, Automation, ChatGPT, Self Service Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Business Process Automation, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Mechanics, Automation, Mathematical Modeling, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Estimation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Snowflake

      Intro to Snowflake for Devs, Data Scientists, Data Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Lakes, Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Pipelines, Cloud Applications, Extract, Transform, Load, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Stored Procedure, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Project Management in Construction

      Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Earned Value Management, Feasibility Studies, Risk Analysis, Quality Management, Procurement, Cost Estimation, Scheduling, Cost Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Contract Management, Communication Strategies, Risk Management, Project Controls

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      Generative AI in Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Customer Insights, ChatGPT, Branding, Design Thinking, Keyword Research, Search Engine Marketing, AI Personalization, Pay Per Click Advertising, Brand Awareness, Brand Strategy, Marketing Design, Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Marketing, Personalized Service, Prompt Engineering, Customer Relationship Management, Customer experience improvement, Customer Engagement

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IE Business School

      Gestión de marca y producto

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Branding, Brand Awareness, Product Management, Product Strategy, Brand Loyalty, Product Planning, New Product Development, Product Improvement, Customer Engagement, Business Strategies, Internal Communications, Customer Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Portfolio Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Competitive Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      740 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Cloud Computing Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Cloud Infrastructure, CI/CD, Cloud Computing, Agile Software Development, DevOps, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Platforms, Continuous Delivery, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Serverless Computing, Software Development, Continuous Integration, Amazon Web Services, Software Development Methodologies, Platform As A Service (PaaS)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      270 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular structural engineering courses

    • Sensors for a Carbon Free World: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations: Johns Hopkins University
    • Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook: L&T EduTech
    • Wood Science: Beyond Building: West Virginia University
    • Imagining Other Earths: Princeton University
    • Leveraging Virtual Assistants for Personal Productivity: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots : Northwestern University
    • Intro to Snowflake for Devs, Data Scientists, Data Engineers: Snowflake
    • Project Management in Construction: L&T EduTech
    • Generative AI in Marketing: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

    Frequently Asked Questions about Structural Engineering

    Structural engineering is part of the field of civil engineering, and it's a specialty that deals with designing, drawing, and planning the structure of a building. This type of engineers design structures as simple as schoolhouses and as elaborate as the International Space Station. As a structural engineer, you'd combine mathematics and physics to calculate a building's load and determine whether a design can be structurally sound. You would also make the proper calculations and preparations to ensure that a structure can withstand natural and manmade disasters before contractors construct the building itself.‎

    Structural engineering is a necessary and worthwhile pursuit because buildings need to have proper design if they're going to last a long time and keep people safe. If you're interested in civil engineering, you'll want to learn structural engineering because the safety and durability of a building depend directly on how well the engineer designs the structure. Your work has a bearing on successful construction and efficient use of materials. You'll also experience a sense of achievement when something you've designed becomes a completed reality.‎

    You can put your structural engineering knowledge to work easily as a civil engineer or contractor. There are plenty of structural engineering jobs available working for construction companies or engineering firms. You have the option of working with one company with the same crews and coworkers, or you might decide to work as a consultant with different clients and new experiences on every job site. You may even want to look for jobs with municipal agencies that develop infrastructure for public use.‎

    Taking online courses on Coursera can give you the opportunity to learn the foundations of structural engineering as well as more specific topics, like 3D modeling, engineering mechanics, and the new frontier of green building. A course in advanced engineering can help you understand the dynamics of 3D motion, and a fundamentals course can help you learn about stress, strain, and axial loading.‎

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

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Structural Engineering, 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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