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    Study kinematics for understanding motion in physics. Learn about velocity, acceleration, and the equations of motion.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Vibrations, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Linear Algebra

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Thermal Management, Mechanics, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      163 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots

      Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Estimation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Hydraulics, Thermal Management, Engineering Analysis, Experimentation, Engineering Calculations, Systems Of Measurement, Calculus

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Mecánica de materiales

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Flight mechanics - Propulsive balance and energy

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

      4.6
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Anatomy, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Cardiology, Vital Signs, Neurology, Biology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Modelling and simulation of mechanical systems

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Mechanical Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computer Vision, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, Vibrations, Hydraulics, Automation, Data Validation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Calculus, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving

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

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Mécanique Lagrangienne

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Vibrations, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Experimentation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Fundamentals of waves and vibrations

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Física: Vectores, Trabajo y Energía

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

      4.2
      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 kinematics courses

    • Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots : Northwestern University
    • Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica: Politecnico di Milano
    • Mecánica de materiales: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Flight mechanics - Propulsive balance and energy: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Modelling and simulation of mechanical systems: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics: Rice University
    • Mécanique Lagrangienne: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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