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.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Computer Science, Interactive Design, Emerging Technologies, Collaborative Software, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction Inspection, Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Design Reviews, Submittals (Construction), System Requirements
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Research, Surveys, Research Design, Experimentation, Scientific Methods, Sociology, Data Collection, Sample Size Determination, Probability & Statistics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Deep Teaching Solutions
Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Creativity, Growth Mindedness, Persistence, Curiosity, Collaboration, Personal Development, Stress Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Business Communication, Professional Development, Communication, Proactivity, Personal Development, Professional Networking, digital literacy, Planning, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Design Thinking, Branding, Creative Thinking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategy, Team Building, Data Ethics, Data Science, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Social Impact, Sales, Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: People Management, Team Leadership, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, People Development, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Leadership, Culture Transformation, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Willingness To Learn, Lifelong Learning, AI Enablement, Constructive Feedback
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, LLM Application, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, Embeddings, Document Management, Natural Language Processing, User Interface (UI)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, LangChain, AI Workflows, LLM Application, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, Development Environment, AI Enablement, Model Evaluation, OpenAI, Scalability, Programming Principles, Application Design, Performance Tuning, Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, LLM Application, Model Evaluation, Scripting, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, .NET Framework, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Copilot, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Event-Driven Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Development, Sustainable Development, Product Improvement, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Case Studies, Analysis, Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months