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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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    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Automation, Virtual Environment, Robotic Process Automation, Torque (Physics), Graph Theory, Matlab, Numerical Analysis

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    Dartmouth College

    The Engineering of Structures Around Us

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Civil Engineering, Vibrations, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Prototyping, Engineering Design Process, Experimentation, Materials science, 3D Modeling, Applied Mathematics

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Introduction to Engineering Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ISAE-SUPAERO

    Fundamentals of Flight mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Physical Science, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Physics, Geometry, Algebra, Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Experimentation, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Quantitative Research, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Applications in Engineering Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Quantum Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Chemistry, Physics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Basic Vibrations

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Mastering Statics

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Geometry, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control: Northwestern University
  • The Engineering of Structures Around Us: Dartmouth College
  • Introduction to Engineering Mechanics: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Fundamentals of Flight mechanics: ISAE-SUPAERO
  • Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation : Rice University
  • Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Applications in Engineering Mechanics: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Quantum Mechanics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Basic Vibrations: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading: Georgia Institute of Technology

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