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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


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Trust and Security with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Cloud Standards, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, AI Security, Cloud Platforms, Cyber Governance, Data Security, Public Cloud, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Google Gemini, Security Controls, Computer Security, Infrastructure Security, Gemini, Cyber Security Strategy

    ★ 4.9 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Cloud Infrastructure, Google App Engine, Containerization, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Cloud-Native Computing, Virtual Networking, Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, General Networking, Firewall, Network Infrastructure, Network Planning And Design

    ★ 4.5 (706) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Sensors for a Carbon Free World

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Power Electronics, Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Torque (Physics), Electronic Components, Electric Power Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Mechanical Engineering, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Plant Operations and Management, Electronics, Engineering Calculations, High Voltage, Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management

    ★ 4.4 (96) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into Robotics

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Automation Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Manufacturing and Production, Engineering, Data Ethics, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.6 (60) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Research kitchen

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Organizational Structure, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Research, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Development, Business Research, Strategic Decision-Making, Analysis

    ★ 4.5 (158) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    How to create and sell templates on Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Product Promotion, Marketing Materials, Promotional Strategies, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Product Knowledge, Design, Dashboard, Graphic and Visual Design, Commercialization, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Selling Techniques, Sales

    ★ 3.7 (17) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Game Design, C# (Programming Language), Code Reusability, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, UI Components, Data Import/Export, Configuration Management

    ★ 4.6 (331) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Education

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), 3D Modeling, Drafting and Engineering Design, Technical Design, Assembly Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Engineering Design Process, Technical Drawing, Mechanical Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Mechanical Engineering

    ★ 4.4 (28) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google

    Leadership and Influencing Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Team Collaboration, Collaboration, People Management

    ★ 4.8 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • X

    Xbox

    Brand Identity and Vector Graphics

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Illustrator, Typography, Layout Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design Reviews, Branding, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Color Theory, Image Quality

    ★ 4.6 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Digital Signal Processing 3: Analog vs Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Electrical Engineering, Communication Systems, Electronics, Telecommunications, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.8 (96) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Simulation Models for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Methods, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Solution Design, Excel Formulas, Operations Research, Complex Problem Solving, Excel Macros, Business Modeling, Risk Modeling, Data Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Analysis, Estimation

    ★ 4.5 (68) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular machine design courses

  • Trust and Security with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Networking in Google Cloud 日本語版: Google Cloud
  • Sensors for a Carbon Free World: University of Colorado Boulder
  • How to Get Into Robotics: University of Leeds
  • Research kitchen: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • How to create and sell templates on Canva: Coursera
  • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games: University of Colorado System
  • SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Education: Dassault Systèmes
  • Leadership and Influencing Skills: Google
  • Brand Identity and Vector Graphics: Xbox

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