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Classical Mechanics Courses

Courses in classical mechanics can help you learn the principles of motion, forces, energy conservation, and the behavior of physical systems. You can build skills in problem-solving, mathematical modeling, and applying Newton's laws to practical work. Many courses introduce tools such as simulation software and analytical techniques, that support visualizing complex systems and conducting experiments in both academic and engineering contexts.


Popular Classical Mechanics Courses and Certifications


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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics

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

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Advanced Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Three Dimensional (3D) Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Trigonometry, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 2

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Process Engineering, Thermal Management, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Rice University

    Physics of Oscillators and Waves

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

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    Rice University

    Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Applied Mathematics, Geometry, Engineering Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Calculus, Algebra, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Classical papers in molecular genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Experimentation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Robotics Foundations I - Robot Modelling

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Simulation and Simulation Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mécanique du point matériel

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Vibrations, Physics, Engineering, Physical Science, Structural Analysis, Differential Equations, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Integral Calculus, Energy and Utilities, electromagnetics, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics of Light and Materials

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

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Experimentation, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History, Mathematical Modeling, electromagnetics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mécanique Lagrangienne

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

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Question Reality: Matter: Dartmouth College
  • Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Three Dimensional (3D) Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 2: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Physics of Oscillators and Waves: Rice University
  • Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics: Rice University
  • Classical papers in molecular genetics: University of Geneva
  • Robotics Foundations I - Robot Modelling: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Mécanique du point matériel: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Physics of Light and Materials: Rice University

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