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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


  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Electrodynamics: In-depth Solutions for Maxwell’s Equations

    Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Differential Equations, Electronic Components, Advanced Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Physics, Engineering Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (124) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Electrodynamics: Analysis of Electric Fields

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

    ★ 4.7 (174) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Fundamentals of Materials Science

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

    ★ 4.6 (201) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Phases of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Materials science, Chemistry, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.8 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fundamentals of Macroscopic and Microscopic Thermodynamics

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

    ★ 4.3 (271) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Thermal Management, Materials science, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Three-Phase, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Vers l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Physics, Experimentation, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, electromagnetics, Physical Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    Nanjing University

    天文探秘

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Mechanics, General Science and Research, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Science and Research

    ★ 4.8 (82) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • É

    École Polytechnique

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

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, electromagnetics, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods

    ★ 4.8 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    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, Object Oriented Design, Animations, Interactive Design, Event-Driven Programming, Video Game Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mechanics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations

    ★ 5 (11) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Electric Potential and DC Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, electromagnetics, Scientific Visualization, Problem Solving, Calculus, Integral Calculus

    ★ 4.8 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Physics Fundamentals: Oscillations and Waves

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Electrodynamics: In-depth Solutions for Maxwell’s Equations: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Electrodynamics: Analysis of Electric Fields: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Fundamentals of Materials Science: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Phases of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas and Beyond: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of Macroscopic and Microscopic Thermodynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Vers l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
  • 天文探秘: Nanjing University
  • D'un infini à l'autre - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
  • Unity Advanced Game Development, Physics & GUI: EDUCBA

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