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Physics courses can help you learn classical mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum physics. You can build skills in problem-solving, analytical thinking, and mathematical modeling. Many courses introduce tools like simulation software and data analysis programs, which are used to visualize complex systems and test theoretical concepts. By engaging with experiments and real-world applications, you can see how physics principles apply to technology, engineering, and even everyday phenomena.


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Popular Physics Courses and Certifications


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    Politecnico di Milano

    Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Hydraulics, Thermal Management, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Experimentation, Engineering Calculations, Systems Of Measurement, Calculus

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    École Polytechnique

    D'un infini à l'autre - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Physical Science, electromagnetics, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Kinetics: Studying Spacecraft Motion

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

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    National Taiwan University

    基礎光學一 (Introduction to Optics (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Physical Science, Medical Imaging, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Experimentation, Applied Mathematics, Scientific Visualization

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Matter

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Research, World History

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Unity Advanced Game Development, Physics & GUI

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, UI Components, Scripting, User Interface (UI), Torque (Physics), Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Animations, Interactive Design, Usability, Video Game Development, Mechanics, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Debugging

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Unreal Engine: Apply & Implement Physics Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Virtual Reality, Simulations, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Master Unity Game Physics: Apply, Simulate & Transform

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Torque (Physics), Game Design, Video Game Development, Mechanics, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Scripting, C# (Programming Language), Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    普通物理學-電磁學、光學及近代物理 (General Physics (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Physics, Electrical Systems, electromagnetics, Electronics, Physical Science, Mechanics, Materials science, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Thermal Management, Materials science, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics

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    The University of Chicago

    Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Physical Science, Sustainable Development, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Thermal Management, Environmental Science, Simulations, Energy and Utilities, Chemistry

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    École Polytechnique

    Mécanique quantique

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Semiconductors, Linear Algebra, electromagnetics, Probability, Calculus, Differential Equations, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation

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

  • Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica: Politecnico di Milano
  • D'un infini à l'autre - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
  • Kinetics: Studying Spacecraft Motion: University of Colorado Boulder
  • 基礎光學一 (Introduction to Optics (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Question Reality: Matter: Dartmouth College
  • Unity Advanced Game Development, Physics & GUI: EDUCBA
  • Unreal Engine: Apply & Implement Physics Simulations: EDUCBA
  • Master Unity Game Physics: Apply, Simulate & Transform: EDUCBA
  • 普通物理學-電磁學、光學及近代物理 (General Physics (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

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