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: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Autodesk, Animations, Computer Graphic Techniques, Virtual Environment, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Color Matching, Image Quality, Color Theory
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, AI Security, API Testing, System Testing, Test Script Development, Context Management, Health Informatics, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Business Logic
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, 3D Modeling, Cinematography, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Animations, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Video Production, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, User Interface (UI), Scalability, Color Theory, Simulations, Performance Tuning, Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Transfer Learning, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Feature Engineering, Model Deployment, AI Security, Advertising, Marketing, Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, iOS Development, Animation and Game Design, Usability Testing, Apple iOS, Mobile Development, Apple Xcode, Usability, Augmented Reality, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI) Design, Debugging
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Instagram, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Marketing, Organizational Skills, Marketing Design, Typography, Color Theory, Business Strategy
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Teamwork, Negotiation, Expectation Management, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Follow Through, Problem Solving, Honesty, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, System Programming, Pseudocode, Program Development, Event-Driven Programming, Software Design, User Interface (UI), Data Structures
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity, Aesthetics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Transportation Operations, Traffic Flow Optimization, Estimation, Network Routing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, MySQL, Data Management, Database Design, Data Warehousing, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Security, Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, SQL, Personally Identifiable Information, Microsoft Excel, Data Governance, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months