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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


  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Innovation Through Design: Think, Make, Break, Repeat

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Prototyping, Ideation, Design

    4.7 stars, 2.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Plant Design & Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Project Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Optimization, Budgeting, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Modeling, Occupational Safety And Health, Simulation and Simulation Software, Operational Excellence, Financial Planning

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Motors and Motor Control Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Embedded Software, Laboratory Experience, Embedded Systems, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electrical Engineering, Torque (Physics), Design Specifications

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    AI for Course Design

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, Responsible AI, Digital pedagogy, AI Integrations, Prompt Engineering

    4.3 stars, 34 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (34) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Design and Assemble an IC Engine Using SolidWorks

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Engineering, Verification And Validation

    5 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    Introduction to Product Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Product Design, Product Development, Design Research, Industrial Design, Design Thinking, Design, Human Centered Design, Conceptual Design, Brainstorming, User Centered Design, Ideation, Persona (User Experience), Innovation, Prototyping, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Aesthetics, Persona Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    Explore the Mechanical Designer Role

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Design, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Drawings, 3D Modeling, Assembly Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Product Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Design Computing: 3D Modeling in Rhinoceros with Python/Rhinoscript

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Design Software, 3D Modeling, Computational Logic, Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Animations, Scripting, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages

    4.9 stars, 103 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Heavy Manufacturing Process and System

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Hydraulics, Control Systems, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing and Production, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Automation

    4.9 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Digital Manufacturing: Introduction and Smart Design

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Computer-Aided Design, Automation, Internet Of Things, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Operations, Engineering Analysis, Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing, Simulation and Simulation Software, Network Infrastructure, Finite Element Methods, AI Integrations, Cloud Computing

    4.5 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Robotics Engineering & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation Engineering, Internet Of Things, Automation, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Engineering, Mechanical Design

    4.5 stars, 35 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (35) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Design and Assemble an Oil Tank in SolidWorks

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Mechanical Design, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Industrial Design, Functional Design

    5 stars, 17 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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