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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


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Applied Scrum for Agile Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Scaled Agile Framework, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Team Performance Management, Agile Product Development, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Project Management, Planning, User Story, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Delivery, Risk Management Framework, Product Management

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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

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Unity Advanced Game Development, Physics & GUI

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Unity Engine, Scripting, User Interface (UI), Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Animations, Interactive Design, Event-Driven Programming, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Linear Algebra, Simulations, Debugging, Physics

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    University of Geneva

    The Diversity of Exoplanets

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Spatial Analysis, Image Analysis, Quantitative Research, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Mechanics, Chemistry

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Matter

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

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Thermodynamique : applications

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Physics, Energy and Utilities, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling

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    L&T EduTech

    Introduction of Pile Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Construction, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Building Codes, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Design, Safety Standards

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Experimentation, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History, Deductive Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Master Unity Game Physics: Apply, Simulate & Transform

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Unity Engine, Event-Driven Programming, Game Design, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Linear Algebra, Simulations, Physics, C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Debugging

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    Northwestern University

    현대 로봇공학, 강좌 3: 로봇 동역학

    Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Programming Tools, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Software Development Tools, Numerical Analysis, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Algorithms, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Systems Engineering, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to Git and GitHub Basics

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Unix Shell, Software Versioning, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Software Configuration Management, File Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Applied Scrum for Agile Project Management: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Physics of Waves and Optics: Rice University
  • Unity Advanced Game Development, Physics & GUI: EDUCBA
  • The Diversity of Exoplanets: University of Geneva
  • Question Reality: Matter: Dartmouth College
  • Thermodynamique : applications: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Introduction of Pile Foundation: L&T EduTech
  • Question Reality: Cosmos: Dartmouth College
  • Master Unity Game Physics: Apply, Simulate & Transform: EDUCBA
  • 현대 로봇공학, 강좌 3: 로봇 동역학: Northwestern University

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