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Physical Chemistry Courses

Physical chemistry courses can help you learn thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, and kinetics, along with their applications in chemical reactions and material properties. You can build skills in analyzing molecular structures, understanding reaction mechanisms, and applying statistical mechanics to real-world problems. Many courses introduce tools like spectroscopy, chromatography, and computational chemistry software, that support conducting experiments and interpreting data in both academic and industrial settings.

Popular Physical Chemistry Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Process Engineering, Occupational Hygiene, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Fire And Life Safety, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Occupational Health, Health And Safety Standards, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Risk Management, Engineering Practices, Environment Health And Safety, Failure Analysis, Risk Control, Chemistry, Accident Prevention, Risk Mitigation

    4.8 stars, 359 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (359) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Introduction to Materials Science

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

    4.7 stars, 234 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (234) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Introducción a la Estructura de la Materia

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • L

    Lecturio

    Chemistry

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Formulación y nomenclatura de compuestos químicos

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    El Enlace Químico y las Interacciones Moleculares

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Sales: reacciones químicas y aplicaciones

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Hardening, Polymers, Properties

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Structural Analysis, Chemistry, Physical Science

    4.4 stars, 98 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Technical Standard

    4.8 stars, 41 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Thermal Management, Engineering, Vibrations, Physical Science, Engineering Analysis, General Science and Research, electromagnetics, Experimentation, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Problem Solving, Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Computer Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Research, Software Development, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Structure of Ceramics: Materials Science Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Materials science, Semiconductors, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Coordination, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Applied Mathematics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Electrodynamics

    Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Differential Equations, Physics, Electrical Systems, Materials science, Integral Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Electronic Components, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Visualization

    4.7 stars, 987 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (987) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular physical chemistry courses

  • Chemical Hazards and Process Safety: University of California, Davis
  • Introduction to Materials Science: Arizona State University
  • Introducción a la Estructura de la Materia: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Chemistry: Lecturio
  • Formulación y nomenclatura de compuestos químicos: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • El Enlace Químico y las Interacciones Moleculares: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Sales: reacciones químicas y aplicaciones: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Hardening, Polymers, Properties: Arizona State University
  • Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals: Arizona State University
  • General Physics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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