Best Free Engineering Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology - KAIST

Introduction to Basic Vibrations (Coursera)

Engineering Sci: Physics

Dive into the world of vibrations with our beginner-friendly course, 'Introduction to Basic Vibrations'. This course will guide you through understanding fundamental principles, starting from single and double degree of freedom systems. Perfect for those looking to grasp the basics of vibrations and apply them in simple mechanical scenarios.

Nov 30th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Mechanical Engineering Vibrations Vibration Systems

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Lund University

Fundamentals of particle accelerator technology (NPAP MOOC) (Coursera)

Engineering Sci: Physics

Dive into the world of particle accelerators with our Fundamentals of Particle Accelerator Technology course. Explore how these advanced technologies are used in everything from medical treatments to scientific exploration. Gain a deep understanding of their applications and underlying principles, all from the comfort of your home.

Nov 30th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Electrical Engineering Beams Vacuum

Coursera

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - HKUST

Mastering Statics (Coursera)

Engineering

Discover the basics of Mechanics with 'Mastering Statics', an essential online course designed to teach you about equilibrium, reaction forces, and structural analysis in a time-invariant force environment. Perfect for engineers and architecture enthusiasts looking to understand how structures remain stable and functional under static loads.

Nov 30th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Mechanics Equilibrium Mechanical Engineering

Coursera

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python (Coursera)

Engineering Computer Science

Embark on an educational journey where you'll learn how to tackle partial differential equations using numerical methods and translate them into Python codes. This course provides a fundamental introduction to applying techniques such as finite-difference, pseudospectral, linear, and spectral element methods to the 1D (or 2D) scalar wave equation.

Nov 30th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Computer Python Von Neumann Architecture

Coursera

École Polytechnique

Silicon Thin Film Solar Cells (Coursera)

Engineering

Dive into the world of renewable energy with our Silicon Thin Film Solar Cells course. This course, part of a series on photovoltaic solar energy by Ecole polytechnique, explores the intricacies of thin film solar cells made from silicon. Whether you're new to solar power or looking to deepen your expertise, this course offers a detailed look at the technology behind some of today's most efficient and cost-effective solar solutions.

Nov 30th 2026

3 Weeks

Sustainability Solar Energy Solar Cells

Coursera

Yonsei University

Recent Advances in Freeform Electronics (Coursera)

Engineering

Dive into the world of flexible, stretchable, and transparent electronics with our 'Recent Advances in Freeform Electronics' course. Gain a deep understanding of foundational concepts like p-n junctions and diodes, while exploring innovative uses of nanomaterials to create next-generation electronic devices that can be printed or molded into any shape.

Nov 30th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Electronics Sensors Diodes

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UNSW Sydney - University of New South Wales

Remote Sensing Image Acquisition, Analysis and Applications (Coursera)

Engineering

Dive into the fascinating world of Remote Sensing Image Acquisition, Analysis and Applications. This course is designed for those eager to understand how we capture images of Earth's surface from space or airborne vehicles, and how these images are analyzed using cutting-edge techniques including deep learning. Perfect for beginners and professionals alike.

Nov 30th 2026

13-24 Weeks

Analysis Algorithms Machine Learning

Coursera

University at Buffalo

Renewable Energy: Fundamentals and Job Opportunities (Coursera)

Engineering Sci: Physics

Dive into the world of renewable energy with our expert-led course. Gain a deep understanding of solar, wind, and other clean technologies, and discover how you can contribute to a more sustainable future. Explore various job roles and pathways within this rapidly growing sector.

Nov 30th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Sustainability Renewable Energy Solar Energy

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Eindhoven University of Technology

RF and millimeter-Wave Circuit Design (Coursera)

Engineering Sci: Physics

Dive into the world of wireless technology with our RF and millimeter-Wave Circuit Design course. This expert-led program offers a deep dive into designing essential transceiver components like low noise amplifiers, power amplifiers, mixers, oscillators, and PLL frequency synthesizers. Gain in-depth knowledge and practical experience to advance your career in wireless communications.

Nov 30th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Synthesizer Microelectronic Electrical Engineering