CAD courses can help you learn 2D and 3D modeling, technical drawing, and design visualization. You can build skills in creating detailed schematics, understanding material properties, and applying design principles to various projects. Many courses introduce tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and SketchUp, that support drafting and prototyping in fields such as architecture, engineering, and product design. By mastering these tools, you can effectively communicate your ideas and bring your designs to life.

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Software, Data Import/Export, Typography, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Elements And Principles, Layout Design, Scalability
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Mechanical Design, Process Engineering, Engineering, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Plan Execution, Manufacturing Operations, Technology Roadmaps, Professional Networking, Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Workforce Development, Digital Transformation, LinkedIn, Portfolio Management, Project Documentation, Analysis, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), JSON, Data Mapping, Javascript
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Materials science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Derivatives
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Engineering Calculations, Trigonometry, Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Algebra
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Design, Human Centered Design, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Impact, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Data Structures, Systems Integration, Linear Algebra
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Visualization (Computer Graphics), Interactive Design, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Human Computer Interaction, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI), Robotics, 3D Assets, Algorithms, Simulations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Typography, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Photography, Generative AI, Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Elements And Principles, Workflow Management, Digital Design, Collaborative Software, Branding
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Transfer Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Large Language Modeling, Text Mining, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks