AI for Mechanical Engineers

Explore Emerging Applications of Machine Learning. Learn to lead in the field of mechanical engineering by leveraging AI technologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainability across diverse applications and industries.

Instructor: Wei Lu

Intermediate Level • 4 weeks to complete at 10 hours a week • Flexible Schedule

What You'll Learn

  • Implement AI-driven optimization in mechanical design processes
  • Integrate machine learning techniques for autonomous system applications
  • Develop solutions for energy efficiency and biomedical challenges using AI
  • Evaluate and apply cutting-edge AI methods to address mechanical engineering problems

Skills You'll Gain

Energy and Utilities
Image Analysis
Machine Learning
Machine Learning Methods
Artificial Intelligence
Medical Imaging
Computer-Aided Design
Design Thinking
Computer Vision
Bioinformatics
Reinforcement Learning
Precision Medicine

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Outcomes

  • Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
  • Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
  • Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
  • Earn a career certificate from University of Michigan

3 courses series

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are revolutionizing design processes, optimizing strategies, and fostering innovation across industries. "AI for Design and Optimization” offers you the knowledge to harness the power of AI to enhance your own design and optimization capabilities. Mastering key skills such as discerning appropriate AI applications, interpreting model outputs, staying abreast of AI advancements, and effectively communicating the role of AI in projects is essential to effectively leverage these technologies in your practices. You will delve into the fundamentals of AI and their practical application in design and optimization, exploring advanced techniques like generative design, evolutionary algorithms, and topology optimization. This unique curriculum provides a comprehensive introduction to utilizing AI to enhance design creativity and streamline processes.

In this course, you will delve into the groundbreaking intersection of AI and autonomous systems, including autonomous vehicles and robotics. “AI for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics” offers a deep exploration of how machine learning (ML) algorithms and techniques are revolutionizing the field of autonomy, enabling vehicles and robots to perceive, learn, and make decisions in dynamic environments. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical applications, you’ll gain a solid understanding of supervised and unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning, and deep learning. You will delve into ML techniques tailored for perception tasks, such as object detection, segmentation, and tracking, as well as decision-making and control in autonomous systems. You will also explore advanced topics in machine learning for autonomy, including predictive modeling, transfer learning, and domain adaptation. Real-world applications and case studies will provide insights into how machine learning is powering innovations in self-driving cars, drones, and industrial robots. By the course's end, you will be able to leverage ML techniques to advance autonomy in vehicles and robots, driving innovation and shaping the future of autonomous systems engineering.

"AI for Energy and Biomedical Applications” explores the groundbreaking applications of AI technologies revolutionizing energy systems and advancing healthcare solutions. In the energy sector, AI is reshaping how we generate, distribute, and manage energy resources. From optimizing renewable energy production to enhancing energy efficiency and grid management, AI offers unprecedented opportunities for sustainability and resilience. Through this course, you will explore AI-driven techniques such as predictive maintenance, demand forecasting, and energy storage optimization, empowering you to drive innovation and address pressing energy challenges. In the realm of biomedical applications, AI is driving breakthroughs in disease diagnosis, drug discovery, and personalized medicine. You’ll delve into AI-driven approaches to medical image analysis, genomic data interpretation, and predictive modeling of disease progression. You’ll also gain insights into how AI is revolutionizing healthcare delivery, enabling early detection of diseases, and facilitating precision medicine tailored to individual patients.

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