• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Prototyping

    Prototyping Courses Online

    Learn prototyping techniques for product development. Understand how to create, test, and iterate prototypes for design validation.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Build job-relevant skills in under 2 hours with hands-on tutorials.
    Learn from top instructors with graded assignments, videos, and discussion forums.
    Get in-depth knowledge of a subject by completing a series of courses and projects.
    Earn career credentials from industry leaders that demonstrate your expertise.
    Earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online for a fraction of the cost of in-person learning.
    Earn a university-issued career credential in a flexible, interactive format.

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Explore the Prototyping Course Catalog

    • U

      University of Leeds

      Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Design, Product Development, Engineering Practices, New Product Development, Product Requirements, Conceptual Design, Safety Assurance, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      177 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Prototyping, Architectural Drawing, Conceptual Design, Design, Product Design, Aesthetics, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Needs Assessment, Ideation, Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      341 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Motors and Motor Control Circuits

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Laboratory Experience, Electrical Engineering, Three-Phase, Power Electronics, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electronic Hardware, Electrical Wiring, Embedded Software, Electronic Components, Equipment Design, Torque (Physics)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Microsoft

      UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Centered Design, Design, Usability Testing, Collaborative Software, Design Thinking, Graphic and Visual Design, Artificial Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      64 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Microsoft

      Designing for User Experience

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, User Research, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Persona (User Experience), Design Research, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Innovation, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      74 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Arduino y algunas aplicaciones

      Skills you'll gain: Automation, Internet Of Things, Prototyping, Integrated Development Environments, Electronic Components, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Computer Programming, Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      625 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Printing Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Intellectual Property, 3D Modeling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Innovation, Product Design, Community Development, Manufacturing Processes, Prototyping, Personalized Service, Business Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      678 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      Duke University

      Nanotechnology: A Maker’s Course

      Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Equipment, Micrometer, Laboratory Experience, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      SketchUp: how to start modelling simple 3D objects

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Software

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      326 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      California Institute of the Arts

      UX Design Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Research, Human Computer Interaction, User Flows, Mockups, Information Architecture, Ideation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Virginia

      Hypothesis-Driven Development

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Continuous Delivery, Product Testing, Agile Product Development, DevOps, Agile Methodology, User Research, Prototyping, Product Development, Lean Methodologies, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      Epic Games

      Introduction to Game Design

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Software Documentation, Interactive Design, Conceptual Design, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Creativity

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      295 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Prototyping learners also search

    Rapid Prototyping
    UX Design
    UI
    Beginner UX Design
    Information Design
    UX Design Projects
    Beginner UX
    UI Projects
    1…789…25

    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular prototyping courses

    • Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design: University of Leeds
    • Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society: University of Pennsylvania
    • Motors and Motor Control Circuits: University of Colorado Boulder
    • UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration: Microsoft
    • Designing for User Experience: Microsoft
    • Arduino y algunas aplicaciones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • 3D Printing Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Nanotechnology: A Maker’s Course: Duke University
    • SketchUp: how to start modelling simple 3D objects: Coursera Project Network
    • UX Design Fundamentals: California Institute of the Arts

    Frequently Asked Questions about Prototyping

    It can typically help to have some business management skills, such as brainstorming and business plan writing before starting to learn prototyping. This is because the ideas generally need to exist and be in at least the early stages before prototyping begins. It also typically helps to have computer skills, strong reading skills, communications skills, and good people skills. Additionally, graphic design skills can be useful for creating visual images of products so potential customers can see a realistic representation of the item that is being prototyped.‎

    People who are creative and analytical are typically best suited for roles in prototyping. This is because it generally takes creativity to develop new products, and then analytical skills can be applied to figure out ways to polish it and make it more user-friendly. People who enjoy a challenge can be well suited to this area because it can sometimes take multiple attempts to finally arrive at an end result that delivers a positive user experience. Additionally, people who are enthusiastic about using technology on a daily basis tend to be well suited for prototyping roles.‎

    People who work in prototyping typically make either digital products or physical products. Some common job titles include prototype engineer, prototype scientist, and prototype technician. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary in the US for prototype specialists who worked in software development as of 2017 was $107,600. Prototype specialists also can typically find work in fields like graphic design, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and industrial design.‎

    Some topics you can study that are related to prototyping include UX design, research techniques, and low-fidelity prototyping techniques. Software prototyping techniques could also be explored. You could study technical writing to learn about ways to prepare a written design rationale. You could also study cultural attributes that affect ways to design for specific populations. Creativity and entrepreneurship are related topics you could study if you enjoy the idea of entering into your own business venture with the prototypes you develop. Additionally, you could study specific industries and how they relate to prototyping, such as aeronautics, game design, and metallurgy.‎

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

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Prototyping, 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.

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog
    • Teaching Center

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Manage Cookie Preferences
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok