Engineering Design Courses and Certifications

Independent Studies in Engineering

Engage in self-directed engineering projects under faculty guidance, tailored to your interests and academic goals.

• California Community Colleges System
• Finished
• Paid Course

Engineering Critical Thinking

Develop critical thinking skills for science and engineering through analysis, reasoning, and hands-on design projects. Master investigation strategies and effective communication.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 16 hours a week
• 24th Feb, 2025
• Paid Course

Solid Modeling

Master parametric CAD software for engineering design and drawing production, applying solid modeling principles in this 16-week course.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 1 hour a week
• 3rd Feb, 2025
• Paid Course

Intro to Creo

Learn fundamental operating principles of Creo and Solidworks software, mastering essential 3D modeling and design tools for engineering and product development.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Feb, 2025
• Paid Course

Principles of Engineering

Gain a fascinating introduction to engineering principles and learn about key engineering skills, processes, and technologies.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Autodesk Revit for Beginners

Learn how to model 3D buildings accurately and precisely using the leading BIM software

• Domestika
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

SOLIDWORKS: Modeling a Bicycle

399 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

This project-based course teaches you the fundamentals of SOLIDWORKS by showing you how to model a parametric bicycle frame.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Learning SOLIDWORKS

390 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn SOLIDWORKS. Master the basics of this industry-leading CAD software with this introductory course.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Ideation: The First Step in Engineering Design

See why ideation is so essential in engineering design, and learn the steps that ensure it’s done properly.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

AutoCAD 3D Essential Training

328 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to move from 2D design in AutoCAD into the 3D modeling environment.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 3 hours 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

SOLIDWORKS: Design Study and Optimization

168 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to use the SOLIDWORKS Design Study tool to optimize your designs through simulation.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Fusion 360: Basic Part Modeling

145 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to measure and model real-world objects so you can create parts that are manufacture-ready.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Autodesk Inventor Professional: Stress Analysis Tools

80 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn the basics of conducting stress analysis tests of parts and assemblies with Inventor, and uncover the weak points of your designs.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Molding and Casting Tutorial - Making Challenge

Hands-on demonstration of molding and casting techniques, offering practical insights into materials, processes, and applications for creating precise replicas and custom objects.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Autodesk Inventor Routed Systems: Tubing

18 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Streamline the design of routed tubing and hose systems with Autodesk Inventor. Learn how to automatically and manually route tubing through your assemblies.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available