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

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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Automation Engineering, Torque (Physics), Process Control, Mechanics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Simulations, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Graph Theory, Applied Mathematics, Computer Programming Tools, Numerical Analysis, Manufacturing Operations, Programmable Logic Controllers, Manufacturing and Production

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Fundamentals of Flight mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Thermal Management, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Risk Control, Structural Analysis, Control Systems, Physics, Vibrations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
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      550 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Advanced Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Three Dimensional (3D) Motion

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Differential Equations, Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Calculus

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      310 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Science of Movement

      Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Kinesiology, Neurology, Physical Therapy, Orthopedics, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Geriatrics, Anatomy, Electrical Engineering, Biology, Research

      4.8
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Automation, Mechanics, Embedded Software, Basic Electrical Systems, Virtual Environment, Electronic Components, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Estimation, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics, Course 2: Robot Kinematics

      Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mathematical Modeling, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Numerical Analysis, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Spatial Analysis

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Vibrations, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Angular, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Simulations, Calculus, Simulation and Simulation Software

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading

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

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Robotics Foundations I - Robot Modelling

      Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Trigonometry, Computational Thinking

      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

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Relative Motion Kinematics and Kinetics

      Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Simulation and Simulation Software, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Physics

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Differential Equations, Vibrations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Simulations, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Physics

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control: Northwestern University
    • Fundamentals of Flight mechanics: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Advanced Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Three Dimensional (3D) Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • The Science of Movement: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Modern Robotics, Course 2: Robot Kinematics: Northwestern University
    • Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Robotics Foundations I - Robot Modelling: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Física: Vectores, Trabajo y Energía: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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