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Physics Courses

Physics courses can help you learn classical mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum physics. You can build skills in problem-solving, analytical thinking, and mathematical modeling. Many courses introduce tools like simulation software and data analysis programs, which are used to visualize complex systems and test theoretical concepts. By engaging with experiments and real-world applications, you can see how physics principles apply to technology, engineering, and even everyday phenomena.


Popular Physics Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Verification And Validation, Advanced Mathematics, Algorithms

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    University of Geneva

    Physique des particules - une introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, electromagnetics, Laboratory Equipment, Physical Science, Laboratory Experience, Mechanics, Experimentation, Research, Applied Mathematics

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fundamentals of Macroscopic and Microscopic Thermodynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Statistical Methods, Engineering, Physics, Probability Distribution, Physical Science, Chemistry, Calculus

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    General Relativity II: Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Differential Equations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lund University

    Fundamentals of particle accelerator technology (NPAP MOOC)

    Skills you'll gain: Radiation Therapy, electromagnetics, High Voltage, Medical Devices, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Medical Equipment and Technology, Physics, Equipment Design, Electrical Power, Materials science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling

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    École Polytechnique

    Density Functional Theory

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

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Hydraulics, Thermal Management, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Experimentation, Engineering Calculations, Systems Of Measurement, Calculus

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Thermodynamique : fondements

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Power, Process Engineering, Materials science, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Chemistry, Calculus, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    D'un infini à l'autre - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Physical Science, electromagnetics, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research

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    National Taiwan University

    基礎光學一 (Introduction to Optics (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Physics, Display Devices, Physical Science, Experimentation, Applied Mathematics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Vers l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Chemistry, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, High Voltage, Laboratory Equipment, electromagnetics, Radiation Protection, Experimentation, General Science and Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Unity Advanced Game Development, Physics & GUI

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, UI Components, Scripting, User Interface (UI), Torque (Physics), Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Animations, Interactive Design, Usability, Video Game Development, Mechanics, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Debugging

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Physique des particules - une introduction: University of Geneva
  • Fundamentals of Macroscopic and Microscopic Thermodynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • General Relativity II: Applications: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Fundamentals of particle accelerator technology (NPAP MOOC): Lund University
  • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
  • Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica: Politecnico di Milano
  • Thermodynamique : fondements: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • D'un infini à l'autre - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
  • 基礎光學一 (Introduction to Optics (1)): National Taiwan University

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