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Mechanics Courses

Mechanics courses can help you learn the principles of motion, forces, energy, and momentum, along with their applications in practical work. You can build skills in problem-solving, analytical thinking, and mathematical modeling, that support understanding complex systems. Many courses introduce tools such as simulation software and graphing calculators, which aid in visualizing concepts and performing calculations, allowing you to apply mechanics in fields like engineering, robotics, and physics.

Popular Mechanics Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials II: Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels and Torsion

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Wind Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, High Voltage, Engineering Analysis, Systems Engineering, Materials science, Energy and Utilities, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Structural Analysis, Financial Analysis, Environmental Monitoring, Failure Analysis, Cost Estimation, Mechanics, Engineering Design Process

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Scientific Methods, Statistical Reporting, Informed Consent, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Drug Development, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    4.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Comprehensive Shoulder Mechanics and Treatment Approaches

    Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Patient Evaluation, Exercise Therapy, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Clinical Assessment, Mobility Assistance, Pain Management, Athletic Training, Mechanics, Coordination, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Review

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Structural Engineering, Hydraulics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Probability, Engineering, General Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mechanics, Hydrology, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Practices, Civil Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    616 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mécanique du point matériel

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Vibrations, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Physical Science, Linear Algebra, electromagnetics, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    40 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mécanique Lagrangienne

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Vibrations, Physics, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Vibrations, Mechanics, Finite Element Methods, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Calculus

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Anatomy, Research, Mechanics, Physiology, Anthropology, Biology, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Infographics, Image Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mécanique : Solide Indéformable

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Structural Analysis, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Física: Vectores, Trabajo y Energía

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Physics, Geometry, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Graphing, Trigonometry, Algebra

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    182 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Engineering of Structures: Tension

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction, Civil Engineering, Architecture and Construction, Engineering Analysis, Building Design, Engineering Design Process, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    79 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Mechanics of Materials II: Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels and Torsion: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Wind Energy: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials: Johns Hopkins University
  • Comprehensive Shoulder Mechanics and Treatment Approaches: Niel Asher Education
  • Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Review: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Mécanique du point matériel: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Mécanique Lagrangienne: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism: Dartmouth College
  • Mécanique : Solide Indéformable: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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