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Machine Design Courses

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.


Popular Machine Design Courses and Certifications


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    Arizona State University

    Rapid Prototyping and Tooling

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Drawings, Basic Electrical Systems, Prototyping, Drafting and Engineering Design, Mechanical Drawings, Computer-Aided Design, Electronics, Technical Drawing, Electronic Components, Robotics, Manufacturing Processes, Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Engineering, Materials science, Manufacturing and Production, Mechanical Engineering, 3D Modeling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Trees and Graphs: Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Tree Maps, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    AI for Creative Work

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Art History, Creativity, Image Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Innovation, Risk Management Framework, Environmental Issue, Creative Design, Trustworthiness, Intellectual Property, Problem Solving, Analysis, Experimentation, Leadership, Collaboration

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to AI for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Fraud detection, Email Security, Threat Detection, Jupyter, Authentications, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Anomaly Detection, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Simplilearn

    AI & Deep Learning Concepts and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Supervised Learning, Responsible AI, Unsupervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Blockchain Scalability and its Foundations in Distributed Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Distributed Computing, Security Engineering, Network Security, Scalability, Cryptography, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Build Multimodal Generative AI Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, OpenAI API, Application Development, Web Applications, Flask (Web Framework), Web Development, Software Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sciences Po

    Entreprendre dans les Industries Culturelles à l'ère du numérique

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Promotional Strategies, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Content Creation, Target Audience, Consumer Behaviour, Digital Content, Entrepreneurial Finance, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Market Opportunities, Digital Media Strategy, Intellectual Property

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Microcontroller and Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Peripheral Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Embedded Systems, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Internet Of Things, Microarchitecture, Automation, Real Time Data, Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Prototyping

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Generative AI: Unleash Your Project Management Potential

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Project Management, LLM Application, AI Enablement, Project Management Life Cycle, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Case Studies, Team Oriented, Project Documentation, Risk Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Raspberry Pi Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Electronics, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Design, Communication Systems, Remote Access Systems, Wiring Diagram, 3D Modeling, Linux, Digital Communications, Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Web Applications, Internet Of Things, Systems Of Measurement, Digital Signal Processing, Data Processing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Rapid Prototyping and Tooling: Arizona State University
  • Trees and Graphs: Basics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • AI for Creative Work: University of Michigan
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization: Coursera
  • Introduction to AI for Cybersecurity: Johns Hopkins University
  • AI & Deep Learning Concepts and Applications: Simplilearn
  • Blockchain Scalability and its Foundations in Distributed Systems: The University of Sydney
  • Build Multimodal Generative AI Applications: IBM
  • Entreprendre dans les Industries Culturelles à l'ère du numérique: Sciences Po
  • Microcontroller and Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech

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