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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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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms

    Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Physics, Chemistry, Experimentation, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Applied Mathematics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Mathematics for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Matlab, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Integral Calculus, Mathematical Software, Mechanical Engineering, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, electromagnetics, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Advanced Mathematics, Geometry, Computational Thinking, Mechanics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    7.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
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    Packt

    Introduction to Vehicle Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Design, Market Dynamics, Systems Design, Physics, Analysis, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling

    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, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Materials science, Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Safety Assurance, Laboratory Testing, Trigonometry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    U

    University of Minnesota

    Fundamentals of Fluid Power

    Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Pump Stations, Mechanical Engineering, Schematic Diagrams, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Simulations, Mechanical Design, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Introduction to Materials Science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, Physical Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    234 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University of Virginia

    How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Physical Science, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Mastering Statics

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Design, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Engineering Drawings, Physics, Linear Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Integral Calculus

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    240 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Finite Element Methods, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Advanced Mathematics, Algorithms, Calculus

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    343 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials III: Beam Bending

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Practices, Civil Engineering, Schematic Diagrams, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    956 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    76 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Mathematics for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Vehicle Dynamics: Packt
  • Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Fundamentals of Fluid Power: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Materials Science: Arizona State University
  • How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics: University of Virginia
  • Mastering Statics: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft: University of Colorado Boulder

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