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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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    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Introduction to Process Safety and Risk Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Safety Assurance, Risk Management, Failure Analysis, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Reliability, Process Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      C, Go, and C++: A Comprehensive Introduction to Programming

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Go (Programming Language), Debugging, C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Code Review, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Unit Testing, Algorithms, Command-Line Interface, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Software Testing, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      9.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Basics of Electrical Protection System

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, High Voltage, Basic Electrical Systems, Low Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Three-Phase, Failure Analysis, Engineering Calculations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Machine Learning with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Jupyter, Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Matplotlib, NumPy, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Machine Learning Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Apache Airflow, Cloud Infrastructure, CI/CD, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Pipelines, Dataflow, Systems Design, Cloud Platforms, Data Management, Data Governance, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Workflow Management, Application Deployment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      4.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Jupyter

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      A

      Amazon

      Amazon Junior Software Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, JUnit, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, SQL, Full-Stack Web Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Systems Development, Software Development, Restful API, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Database Management, MySQL, Digital Transformation, Relational Databases, Generative AI

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      249 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of London

      Understanding Research Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Research, Surveys, Timelines, Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Energy Production, Distribution & Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Environmental Regulations, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Safety Training, Electrical Equipment, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Low Voltage, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Environment Health And Safety, Workforce Development, Economics, Construction, Project Design, Environment, Environmental Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • R

      Rice University

      Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Torque (Physics), Physics, Electrical Systems, Engineering Analysis, Electronic Components, Mechanics, Electronic Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Trigonometry, Linear Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      209 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Alberta

      Software Product Management

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Project Planning, Requirements Elicitation, Sprint Retrospectives, Requirements Management, Functional Requirement, Business Requirements, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Scrum (Software Development), Software Technical Review, Code Review, Software Development, Product Requirements, Risk Management Framework, User Story

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      12K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      N

      National Taiwan University

      3D CAD Application

      Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Construction, Building Design, Architectural Drawing, Architecture and Construction, Computer-Aided Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      158 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Process Safety and Risk Analysis: University of California, Davis
    • C, Go, and C++: A Comprehensive Introduction to Programming: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Basics of Electrical Protection System: L&T EduTech
    • Machine Learning with Python: IBM
    • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Machine Learning Engineer: Google Cloud
    • ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers: DeepLearning.AI
    • Amazon Junior Software Developer: Amazon
    • Understanding Research Methods: University of London
    • Energy Production, Distribution & Safety: University at Buffalo
    • Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism: Rice University

    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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