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Physics Courses

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.


Popular Physics Courses and Certifications


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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Transmission electron microscopy for materials science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Failure Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Physics, Image Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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    Packt

    Unreal Engine 5 for Games - Physics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Unity Advanced Game Development, Physics & GUI

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, 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, Video Game Development, Mechanics, Simulations, Event-Driven Programming, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Debugging, Linear Algebra

    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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    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, Electronics, Physical Science, Mechanics, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation, Scientific Methods, Innovation

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    23 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Animation and Game Design, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Scripting, C# (Programming Language), Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Houston

    Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Basic Electrical Systems, Physics, Vibrations, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    General Relativity II: Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Differential Equations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: elettromagnetismo, ottica, fisica moderna

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Experience, Experimentation, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Mechanics, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    电磁学下——恒磁场与时变电磁场

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Physics, Mechanics, Advanced Mathematics, Materials science, Engineering Analysis, Calculus, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Curriculum Planning, Student Engagement, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Feedback, Experimentation, Research, Peer Review, Design Strategies, Scientific Visualization, Design, Physics, Biology, Chemistry

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Mécanique quantique

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Semiconductors, Linear Algebra, Probability, Calculus, Differential Equations, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Transmission electron microscopy for materials science: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Unreal Engine 5 for Games - Physics: Packt
  • Unity Advanced Game Development, Physics & GUI: EDUCBA
  • Unreal Engine: Apply & Implement Physics Simulations: EDUCBA
  • 普通物理學-電磁學、光學及近代物理 (General Physics (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Master Unity Game Physics: Apply, Simulate & Transform: EDUCBA
  • Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam: University of Houston
  • General Relativity II: Applications: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: elettromagnetismo, ottica, fisica moderna: Politecnico di Milano
  • 电磁学下——恒磁场与时变电磁场: Peking University

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