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    Explore industrial design for creating functional and aesthetic products. Learn about design thinking, prototyping, and product development.

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      ISC2

      Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Computer Networking, Data Centers, General Networking, Threat Management, Network Planning And Design, Firewall, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing, TCP/IP, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Intermediate PostgreSQL

      Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, PostgreSQL, SQL, Database Management, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Integrity, Text Mining, Transaction Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      323 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Chile

      Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Education and Training, Social Justice, Special Education, Community and Social Work, Health Policy, Design, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Care

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      360 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      IoT Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Emerging Technologies, Data Science, Embedded Systems, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Network Security, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Platforms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      507 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Study Designs in Epidemiology

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Research Design, Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Statistical Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      602 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Performance Tuning, Embedded Software, Hardware Architecture, Software Design, Debugging, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, System Design and Implementation, Linux, Code Review, Systems Engineering, System Programming, Software Systems, System Software, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, Real Time Data, Performance Testing

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      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Cultural Diversity, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Collaboration, Organizational Change, Communication, Adaptability, Telecommuting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      336 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Data Warehouse Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Star Schema, IBM DB2, Data Modeling, Snowflake Schema, PostgreSQL, Database Design, Data Architecture, Data Mart, Database Systems, Data Lakes, Data Validation, Data Integration, SQL, Data Cleansing, Query Languages, Data Quality

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      229 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Strategic Organization Design

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Process Design, Business Strategy, Business Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Planning, Systems Thinking, Growth Strategies, Decision Making, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      299 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA)

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Design, Research Reports, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Data Analysis Software

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      155 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      User Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Ideation, User Interface (UI), Qualitative Research, Surveys, User Story, Data Collection, Persona Development, Data Analysis, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      467 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Programación para todos (Introducción a Python)

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Software Installation, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Development Environment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      247 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Network Security: ISC2
    • Intermediate PostgreSQL: University of Michigan
    • Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.: Universidad de Chile
    • IoT Devices: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Study Designs in Epidemiology: Imperial College London
    • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal: Universidad de Palermo
    • Data Warehouse Fundamentals: IBM
    • Strategic Organization Design: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA): Erasmus University Rotterdam

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Industrial Design

    Industrial design is the professional field of designing products, devices, objects, and services that every human being uses every day. Industrial design focuses on the physical appearance and functionality of a product. The people who work in the industrial design field, such as industrial designers, are responsible for creating the way cars, appliances, materials, and millions of other items in all types of settings look, feel, and act.‎

    Industrial design is important to learn because it helps improve other people’s lives through products, items, and services that are well designed and easy to use and understand. Good industrial design can make it easier, and sometimes more fun, for people to use things they come into contact with during the day. For example, if you love the way your phone feels and behaves in your hand, or the way your office chair moves with ease, you can be sure industrial designers are responsible for those experiences.‎

    You can gain many benefits when learning about industrial design, such as sharpening your mechanical design skills, computer abilities, and problem-solving and analytical skills. You might also acquire a greater understanding of manufacturing processes and methodologies that industrial designers practice. When learning industrial design, you might also become skilled in computer-aided design, or CAD, which is the software that industrial designers may rely on to design products. One of the most gratifying aspects of industrial design is learning how to take the many ideas you generate and determine which ones may be the most innovative.‎

    "A career in industrial design can give you the chance to apply your creative, artistic, engineering, and digital talents to designing and testing all kinds of product concepts in every industry. Companies across the globe rely on new product development projects by industrial designers to grow their businesses. Some careers you might pursue would be an industrial designer creating concepts and products, an industrial researcher researching the needs for product design, a furniture designer working for home and office furnishing companies, an automotive designer working with automotive designers, or a packaging designer creating concepts for consumer companies. "‎

    Online courses introduce you to the fundamental aspects of the design and manufacturing process, but also to the transformation taking place globally affecting the way that products are designed and manufactured. Courses explore different types of industrial design methods, from digital manufacturing and design (DM&D), which is the shift from paper to digital processes to generative design, which is the product development feasibility based on algorithms. You could also discover the world of UXD, also known as User Experience Design to gain an understanding of how advanced user interface techniques work in product design. Also, a course on sustainable materials management can introduce you to where important materials used in everyday products are resourced and how they impact global economies.‎

    Online Industrial Design courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Industrial Design skills. Choose from a wide range of Industrial Design courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Industrial Design, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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