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Astronomy Courses

Astronomy courses can help you learn about celestial mechanics, the life cycles of stars, and the structure of galaxies. You can build skills in observational techniques, data analysis, and understanding astronomical phenomena. Many courses introduce tools like telescopes and software for simulating celestial events, that support conducting research and interpreting data in practical settings.


Popular Astronomy Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Rocket Science in Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Global Positioning Systems, Environmental Science, Environment, Physical Science, Climate Change Programs, Geographic Information Systems, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physics, Emerging Technologies

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    Peking University

    电磁学上——恒定电场

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics

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    University of Houston

    Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Basic Electrical Systems, Physics, Vibrations, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling

    4.3
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    36 reviews

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    Peking University

    电磁学下——恒磁场与时变电磁场

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Calculus, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation

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    Yale University

    宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action)

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Environment, Teaching, Creativity, Anthropology, Cultural Sensitivity, Socioeconomics, World History, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Physics, Environmental Science, Economics, Biology

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    University of California, Irvine

    Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Analysis, General Science and Research, Materials science, Simulations, Biology, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Psychology, Applied Mathematics

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    École Polytechnique

    Density Functional Theory

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

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Electric Charges and Fields

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanics, Electrical Systems, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics

    4.7
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    Siemens

    Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Thermal Management, Hydraulics, Mechanical Engineering, Simulations, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Chemical Engineering, Differential Equations, Scientific Visualization, Physics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, General Science and Research, Materials science, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Radiation Therapy, Research, Chemistry, Radiology, Science and Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Biomedical Technology, Emerging Technologies, Laboratory Equipment, Advanced Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Experimentation, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Innovation, Simulations

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Transmission electron microscopy for materials science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Failure Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Physics, Image Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Física: Vectores, Trabajo y Energía

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Geometry, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Algebra

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Rocket Science in Everyday Life: University of Michigan
  • 电磁学上——恒定电场: Peking University
  • Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam: University of Houston
  • 电磁学下——恒磁场与时变电磁场: Peking University
  • 宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action): Yale University
  • Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life: University of California, Irvine
  • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
  • Physics 102 - Electric Charges and Fields: Rice University
  • Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics: Siemens
  • Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique

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