Free Online Design Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Parsons School of Design, The New School

Using Design to Generate Innovative Business Solutions (Coursera)

Business

Unlock the power of design to drive innovation in your business. This course explores design thinking, alternative methodologies, and effective business models to help you generate innovative solutions. From understanding value creation to mastering digital dynamics, this program equips you with the tools needed to succeed in today's competitive marketplace.

Sep 14th 2026

4 Weeks

Prototyping Design Thinking Business Model

Field Operations and Administrative Tools in Construction Management (edX)

EdX

University of Maryland, College Park,University System of Maryland - USM,USMx,UMD

Field Operations and Administrative Tools in Construction Management (edX)

Management & Leadership Engineering

Dive into the world of construction management with our expert-led course. Gain valuable skills in estimating, scheduling, and administration to efficiently oversee field operations and deliver projects on time and under budget. Learn from industry professionals and apply practical tools to your real-world projects.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Scheduling Project Planning Construction

Coursera

Arizona State University

Design for Additive Manufacturing (Coursera)

Engineering

Explore the fundamentals of designing parts specifically for additive manufacturing in this insightful online course from Coursera. Gain a deep understanding of the DFAM staircase framework and utilize a practical scorecard to determine if your design is suitable for AM technologies. Master the art of optimizing part design for improved functionality, cost-effectiveness, and innovation.

Sep 14th 2026

4 Weeks

Additive Manufacturing Coursera Plus Design

Virtual Building Design for Engineers Using Autodesk Revit (edX)

EdX

University of Maryland, College Park,University System of Maryland - USM,USMx,UMD

Virtual Building Design for Engineers Using Autodesk Revit (edX)

Engineering

Discover the power of Autodesk Revit with our beginner-friendly course, tailored for engineers. Dive into the world of virtual building design and learn essential skills that enhance project coordination, visualization, and automation. Perfect for those new to Revit or looking to refine their expertise.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

BIM Building Information Modeling 3D Modeling

EdX

Google Cloud

Reliable Google Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process (edX)

Computer Science

Unlock the potential of Google Cloud Infrastructure with our expert-led course designed for Cloud Solutions Architects, Site Reliability Engineers, and more. Dive into scalable, secure, and efficient design principles to build reliable applications and infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Google Cloud Design Google Cloud Architect Learning Path Professional Certificate

Coursera

Duke University

Open Design (Coursera)

CS: Design & Product

Discover the art and science of Open Design on Coursera. This course explores what design truly means, its human-centric approach, and how you can contribute to creating more equitable and accessible products, services, and experiences. Join us if your goal is to make a positive impact through thoughtful design.

Sep 14th 2026

1 Week

Transparency Collaboration Equity

EdX

LCI Education

Graphic Design Essentials (edX)

Architecture & Design

Discover the basics of graphic design with our beginner-friendly online course. From color theory to client presentations, learn essential skills that will set you on the path to becoming a professional graphic designer.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Image Graphic Design Typography

Coursera

University of Michigan

Practicing Collaborative, Continuous Improvement (Coursera)

Education

Embark on a transformative journey with 'Practicing Collaborative, Continuous Improvement.' This course is designed for change agents who want to develop essential skills in iterative analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation. By focusing on addressing local needs, opportunities, and problems, you'll learn how to apply improvement science principles effectively within classrooms, communities, schools, and systems.

Sep 14th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Collaboration Continuous Improvement Coursera Plus

3D Printing Essentials: From Design to Reality (edX)

EdX

University of Alaska Fairbanks,AlaskaX

3D Printing Essentials: From Design to Reality (edX)

Architecture & Design

Discover the fascinating world of 3D printing with this beginner-friendly course. Whether you're a hobbyist, student, or professional, '3D Printing Essentials: From Design to Reality' will guide you through every step—from conceptualizing your design in Tinkercad to successfully printing it. Learn at your own pace and transform your ideas into tangible creations.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

3D Printing 3D Modeling Tinkercad