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.

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Automation, Control Systems, Electronic Hardware, Power Electronics, Electronics, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Health Technology, Medical Telemetry
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Design Software, Drafting and Engineering Design, Product Design, Product Development, Technical Drawing, Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, New Product Development, Innovation, Design Thinking, Customer experience improvement, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Product Strategy, User Experience, Product Development, Customer experience strategy (CX), Journey Mapping, Customer Engagement, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Business Process, Human Centered Design, Service Design, Process Management, Business Solutions, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, Overcoming Obstacles, User Research, Organizational Change, User Feedback, Empathy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Strategic Leadership, Product Engineering, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Sustainable Systems, Waste Minimization, Product Design, Sustainable Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Corporate Sustainability, Pollution Prevention, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Business Modeling, Process Analysis
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Dassault Systèmes
Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Design, Technical Design, Engineering Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Drafting and Engineering Design, Mechanical Design, Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Verification And Validation, Computer-Aided Design, Equipment Design, Technical Design, Industrial Design, Functional Design, Systems Integration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Design Software, 3D Modeling, Computational Logic, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design, Programming Principles, Generative Model Architectures, Python Programming, Animations, Scripting, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Reliability, Pump Stations, Plant Operations and Management, Sustainable Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Vibrations, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Civil Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronics Engineering, Structural Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Electronics, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Automation, Integrated Development Environments, Environmental Monitoring, Traffic Flow Optimization, System Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Communication Systems
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design Process, Product Design, Design Strategies, Production Process, Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Verification And Validation, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Functional Design, Assembly Drawing, Design Software, Drafting and Engineering Design, Model Evaluation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks