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.
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Physical Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Problem Solving, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Calculus, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Mechanical Engineering, Schematic Diagrams, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Matlab, Physics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Torque (Physics), Science and Research, Mechanics, Physical Science, Semiconductors, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Materials science, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Mechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Algorithms, Torque (Physics), Differential Equations, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Calculus
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ISAE-SUPAERO
Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Analysis, Systems Of Measurement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Schematic Diagrams, Mathematical Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École normale supérieure
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Physics, Simulations, Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Markov Model, Quantitative Research, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Geometry, Algebra, Applied Mathematics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months