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    Study thermodynamics for understanding energy systems. Learn about laws of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and energy conversion.

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      Coursera Project Network

      FEM - Linear, Nonlinear Analysis & Post-Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Structural Analysis, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling, Data Validation, Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      185 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Quantum Mechanics

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

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      725 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      École normale supérieure

      Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Software, Sampling (Statistics), Physics, Simulations, Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Markov Model, Algorithms, Quantitative Research, Programming Principles, Applied Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Science and Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      265 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      The Science of Gastronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Thermal Management, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      781 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Mechanics of Materials II: Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels and Torsion

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Mechanical Design, Failure Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Flight mechanics - Propulsive balance and energy

      Skills you'll gain: Thermal Management, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Thermodynamique : applications

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Physics, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Process Engineering, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sungkyunkwan University

      Energy Harvesting

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Power Electronics, Engineering, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Environmental Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Environment, Physical Science, Environmental Issue, Physics, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Simulations, Environmental Science, Chemistry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      452 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Universal Theories

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Physics, Electronic Components, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Physical Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Mastering EV Cooling: Advanced Thermal Management

      Skills you'll gain: Thermal Management, HVAC, Electric Power Systems, Engineering Analysis, Failure Analysis, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Control Systems, Hardware Troubleshooting

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • FEM - Linear, Nonlinear Analysis & Post-Processing: Coursera Project Network
    • Quantum Mechanics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations: École normale supérieure
    • The Science of Gastronomy: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Mechanics of Materials II: Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels and Torsion: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Flight mechanics - Propulsive balance and energy: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Thermodynamique : applications: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Energy Harvesting: Sungkyunkwan University
    • Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change: The University of Chicago
    • Universal Theories: University of Colorado Boulder

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