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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Control Systems, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Mechanical Engineering, Simulations, Angular, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Linear Algebra, Calculus

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Non-Equilibrium Applications of Statistical Thermodynamics

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Mechanics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Single-Phase Pipe Hydraulics and Pipe Sizing

      Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Flow Diagrams, Process Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

      4.5
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Engineering of Structures: Tension and Compression

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Civil Engineering, Materials science

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming II: Create Your Own Models in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Mathematical Modeling, NumPy, Physical Science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Environmental Science, Scientific Visualization, Matplotlib, Simulations, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mechanics

      4.1
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      55 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Physics of Oscillators and Waves

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Vibrations, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Calculus, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Calculus through Data & Modelling: Integration Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Logical Reasoning, General Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Experimentation, Simulations, Computer Science, Psychology, Science and Research, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Research, World History, Qualitative Research

      4.8
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law

      Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Physics, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Trigonometry, Problem Solving

      4.8
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Physique des particules - une introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Equipment, Radiation Protection, Materials science, Chemistry, Physical Science, Laboratory Experience, Mechanics, Experimentation, Systems Of Measurement, Calculus, Research, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      L'Art des Structures 2 : treillis, poutres, dalles et cadres

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Physics of Waves and Optics

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Vibrations, Materials science, Applied Mathematics, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Problem Solving

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Non-Equilibrium Applications of Statistical Thermodynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Single-Phase Pipe Hydraulics and Pipe Sizing: L&T EduTech
    • Engineering of Structures: Tension and Compression: Dartmouth College
    • Global Warming II: Create Your Own Models in Python: The University of Chicago
    • Physics of Oscillators and Waves: Rice University
    • Calculus through Data & Modelling: Integration Applications: Johns Hopkins University
    • Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning: Dartmouth College
    • Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law: Rice University
    • Physique des particules - une introduction: University of Geneva

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