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Welcome to our Go Beyond Microcredentialing course catalog!
Open for Enrollment
CFD for Multiphase Flows
(June 2025)
Business Fundamentals for Technical Leaders (May 2025)
Other Offerings
Designing for Innovation
Project Management Basics
(February 2025)
This course equips participants with a well-rounded understanding of technical project management principles, practical tools, and interpersonal skills essential for successful project execution.
Manufacturing Courses
Excellence in the field of manufacturing requires a blend of technical expertise and essential non-technical skills. On the technical side, a strong foundation in areas like fundamentals of robots, additive manufacturing, and familiarity of tools such as CAD software is key. Equally vital, however, are non-technical skills like effective communication, adaptability, problem-solving, and teamwork, which enable seamless collaboration and a proactive approach to challenges. Together, these technical and non-technical competencies empower professionals to drive innovation, safety, and efficiency in modern manufacturing.
Starting a Career in Manufacturing
Essentials of Modern Manufacturing
May 9, 2025 – Jun 6, 2025
This course introduces learners to the fundamental concepts and processes of modern manufacturing. You will explore key topics such as the evolution of manufacturing, common processes used in factories, the importance of safety, and available career paths in the manufacturing industry
Use of Data in Modern Manufacturing
Jun 13, 2025 – Jul 11, 2025
This course introduces learners to the importance of data in modern manufacturing processes. You’ll explore key concepts such as data collection, analysis, and decision-making using real-world manufacturing examples.
Role of Automation in Modern Manufacturing
Jul 18, 2025 – Aug 15, 2025
This course introduces learners to the vital role automation plays in modern manufacturing processes. You will explore how various automation systems, such as sensors, robots, and controllers, improve production efficiency, accuracy, and safety.
Career Success for Manufacturing
Aug 22, 2025 – Sep 19, 2025
In this course, you’ll develop essential skills for succeeding in a manufacturing career. From preparing job application materials and mastering workplace communication to understanding teamwork and ethical decision-making, you’ll build the confidence needed to thrive in any professional environment.
Additive Manufacturing
Essentials of Additive Manufacturing
Mar 14, 2025 – Apr 11, 2025
This course offers a solid foundation for the fundamentals of additive manufacturing (AM), exposing the learner to AM processes, materials, and design considerations as well as an exploration of career opportunities in the AM workforce.
Basics of Computer-Aided Design
Jun 20, 2025 – Jul 18, 2025
This course offers a solid foundation in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM).
Design for Additive Manufacturing
Sep 19, 2025 – Oct 17, 2025
Elevate your Additive Manufacturing (AM) skills with our comprehensive course on Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM)! Perfect for those looking to upskill or reskill, this course offers a refresher on AM processes, applications, and engineering design.
Robotics
Fundamentals of Robotics for Manufacturing
Feb 7, 2025 – Mar 7, 2025
This course offers a solid foundation for robotics in manufacturing. You will learn essential vocabulary, types of robots, their specific applications, and about the diverse career paths available in robotics.
Electrical Systems & Controls in Robotics
May 16, 2025 – Jun 13, 2025
This course provides a solid foundation to electrical systems and controls in manufacturing robotics. You’ll learn to identify key components, interpret basic electrical diagrams, and explore the software used to control these systems in a robotics environment.
Maintenance & Safety in Robotics
Aug 22, 2025 – Sep 19, 2025
This course offers a solid foundation for maintenance and safety in robotics and equips learners with the knowledge to maintain and troubleshoot robotic systems in industrial environments.
Professional Skills
Inclusive Teaming for Technical Teams
Apr 11, 2025 – May 9, 2025
This course offers a solid foundation in inclusive teaming for technical teams. It explores key topics such as role clarity, followership types, psychological safety, personality traits, work styles, attitudes, and organizational culture.
Communication for Technical Professionals
Jul 18, 2025 – Aug 15, 2025
In this course, you will build confidence in your communication skills by mastering key concepts and their workplace applications. This includes the communication model, minimizing miscommunication, active listening skills, and professional presentations.
Professionalism in the Digital Age
Oct 17, 2025 – Nov 14, 2025
In this course, you will build confidence in your professionalism by mastering key concepts and their workplace applications. This includes understanding workplace culture, effective communication with supervisors and colleagues, creating a professional resume, and making ethical decisions in a manufacturing environment.
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