Rice University
Introduction to Mechanics Specialization
Rice University

Introduction to Mechanics Specialization

Understand the Physics of Mechanics and Motion. This specialization is equivalent to a one semester calculus-based introductory mechanics course, and will prepare you well for further coursework or independent study in science or engineering.

Jason Hafner

Instructor: Jason Hafner

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.6

(116 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

2 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • How to describe motion graphically mathematically.

  • The nature of forces and how they influence motion.

  • How to use energy and momentum to solve mechanics problems.

  • Interactions and energies of gravitational interactions.

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What you'll learn

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Skills you'll gain

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Instructor

Jason Hafner
Rice University
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