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13 Short courses in Mechanical Engineering in North America

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
Throughout this Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) course from Thompson Rivers University you’ll install, repair, overhaul and maintain machinery and heavy mechanical equipment such as conveyor systems, and perform routine maintenance like adjusting valves and investigating breakdowns.

Mechanical Techniques (Welding and Fabrication)
On this Certificate in Mechanical Techniques (Welding and Fabrication) from Mohawk College obtain a hands-on understanding of the role a welder plays while learning about the equipment and tools important to the job. Prepare for further study or apprenticeship.

Mechanical Techniques (General Machinist)
Do you have an interest in becoming a skilled craftsperson with a career in a high-demand machining field? Niagara College Canada offers the Mechanical Techniques (General Machinist) programme.
Introduction to Advanced Vibrations
The Introduction to Advanced Vibrations course offered by Coursera in partnership with Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST) starts with a review of single and double degree of freedom systems.
Mechanical Technology
Mechanical Technology at Olympic College focuses on the design, coordination, and documentation of mechanical devices with enhanced graphic communication skills, as well as written and verbal communication skills.
Small Engine Repair
Come learn the theory and techniques needed to diagnose and repair small engines in this Small Engine Repair course offered by Lethbridge Polytechnic.
Introductory Mechanics
EdX is an online learning platform trusted by over 12 million users offering the Introductory Mechanics programme in collaboration with Massachusetts Institute of Technology - MITx.
Introduction to Mechanics
This Introduction to Mechanics Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with Rice University is equivalent to a one semester calculus-based introductory mechanics course, and will prepare you well for further coursework or independent study in science or engineering.
Modern Robotics - Mechanics, Planning, and Control
This Modern Robotics - Mechanics, Planning, and Control Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with Northwestern University provides a rigorous treatment of spatial motion and the dynamics of rigid bodies, employing representations from modern screw theory and the product of exponentials formula.
Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building
This Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building course is offered by Coursera in partnership with Arizona State University. This course provides design and optimization tools to answer that questions using the response surface framework.
Mastering Statics
In this Mastering Statics course offered by Coursera in partnership with The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology you will learn the conditions under which an object or a structure subjected to time-invariant (static) forces is in equilibrium - i.e. the conditions under which it remains stationary or moves with a constant velocity-.
Introduction to Basic Vibrations
The Introduction to Basic Vibrations course offered by Coursera in partnership with Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST) starts with the fundamental principle of vibrations with a single and double degree of freedom systems.
Heavy Mechanical
The Heavy Mechanical course from Thompson Rivers University can lead to various pathways including three Red Seal Trades: Truck and Transport Mechanic, Heavy Duty Equipment Technician and Transport Trailer Technician; and to the Diesel Engine Mechanic Provincial Certification of Qualification