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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


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Semiconductor Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Materials science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Physics, Electronics Engineering, Electronics

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    Rice University

    Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus, Problem Solving

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    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Ferrous Technology I

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Production Line, Manufacturing Operations, Production Process, Materials science, Process Engineering, Chemistry, Sustainable Engineering, Environmental Issue

    4.7
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    University of Minnesota

    Statistical Molecular Thermodynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Chemistry, Physical Science, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Plant Operations and Management, Physical Science, Process Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Chemistry, Environmental Issue

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Nanotecnologia, Sostenibilitat i matemàtiques al món nano

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Development, Materials science, Robotics, Creative Problem-Solving, Mathematics Education, Laboratory Testing, Educational Materials, Analytical Testing, Molecular Biology, Creative Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Safety Standards, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Electronics, Physics

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    École Polytechnique

    Density Functional Theory

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

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Mechanics: Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Calculus, Estimation, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Experimentation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanics, Electronics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Manchester

    Protecting the World: Introducing Corrosion Science and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Oil and Gas, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Practices, Materials science, Petroleum Industry, Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Failure Analysis, Industrial Design, Engineering Calculations, Chemistry, Environmental Issue

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    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Más que química

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Systems Of Measurement, Applied Mathematics, Materials science, Scientific Methods

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Quantum Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Software, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Physical Science

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular physical chemistry courses

  • Semiconductor Physics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics: Rice University
  • Ferrous Technology I: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
  • Statistical Molecular Thermodynamics: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There: University of Michigan
  • Nanotecnologia, Sostenibilitat i matemàtiques al món nano: Universitat de Barcelona
  • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
  • Mechanics: Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know: University of California, Davis
  • Protecting the World: Introducing Corrosion Science and Engineering: University of Manchester

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