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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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    Universidad de los Andes

    Tesoros de la Física y sus Descubridores I

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Electrical Systems, Physical Science, Mechanics, European History, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, General Science and Research, Experimentation

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Density Functional Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Linear Regression with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, NumPy, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Data Science, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Duke University

    Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Deep Dive

    Skills you'll gain: Lending and Underwriting, Blockchain, Commercial Lending, Derivatives, FinTech, Market Liquidity, Financial Trading, Securities (Finance), Digital Assets, Market Data, Transaction Processing, Asset Management, Portfolio Management, Risk Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISAE-SUPAERO

    Foundation of Structural Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Vibrations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Physics

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Engineering of Structures: Compression

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Architectural Engineering, Construction, Building Design, Engineering Design Process, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Mechanics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    CFD Simulation Through a Centrifugal Pump

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Engineering Design Process, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Hydraulics, Cloud-Based Integration, Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    284 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Yale University

    Rocket Science for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Communication Systems, Mechanics, Telecommunications, Technical Communication, Physics, Environmental Monitoring

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Calculus, Mechanics, Physical Science, Advanced Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Conceptos y Herramientas para la Física Universitaria

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    427 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Simulation and modeling of natural processes

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Python Programming, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Probability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Mechanics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Electrodynamics: Electric and Magnetic Fields

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

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Tesoros de la Física y sus Descubridores I: Universidad de los Andes
  • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
  • Linear Regression with Python: Coursera
  • Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Deep Dive: Duke University
  • Foundation of Structural Dynamics: ISAE-SUPAERO
  • Engineering of Structures: Compression: Dartmouth College
  • CFD Simulation Through a Centrifugal Pump: Coursera
  • Rocket Science for Everyone: Yale University
  • Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Conceptos y Herramientas para la Física Universitaria: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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