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Thermodynamics Courses

Thermodynamics courses can help you learn the laws of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and energy conversion processes. You can build skills in analyzing thermodynamic cycles, calculating efficiency, and applying concepts to real-world systems like engines and refrigerators. Many courses introduce tools such as MATLAB for simulations, as well as software for modeling thermodynamic processes, enabling you to visualize and solve complex problems in engineering and physical sciences.


Popular Thermodynamics Courses and Certifications


  • U

    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

    ★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Fundamentals of waves and vibrations

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering

    ★ 4.5 (203) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Biochemical Principles of Energy Metabolism

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Endocrinology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Respiration, Pathology, Biology, Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Oncology

    ★ 4.8 (833) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Phase Diagrams I & II

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Materials science

    ★ 4.6 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics III: Simplicity and Complexity

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Simulations, Mechanics, Integral Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Probability, Differential Equations, Probability & Statistics, Physical Science, Statistical Methods

    ★ 4.8 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Manchester

    Introduction to Physical Chemistry

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Experimentation, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.7 (754) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Physics, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Calculus, Electrical Systems, Integral Calculus, Scientific Visualization, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ideal Gases

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Vibrations, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Process Engineering, Physical Science, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.5 (145) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • É

    École normale supérieure

    Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Mathematical Software, Physics, Simulations, Numerical Analysis, Markov Model, Mechanics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Applied Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Model Optimization, Program Development

    ★ 4.8 (269) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
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    Credit offered
  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    Energy Harvesting

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Materials science, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Power, Physics, Mechanics, Sustainable Technologies, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Sustainable Engineering, Chemistry

    ★ 4.4 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Electrodynamics

    Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Electrical Systems, Differential Equations, Physics, Materials science, Engineering Analysis, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Scientific Visualization, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering

    ★ 4.7 (977) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Credit offered
  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Problem Solving, Mechanical Engineering, Calculus, Graphing, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry

    ★ 4.7 (305) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular thermodynamics courses

  • Mechanics: Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Fundamentals of waves and vibrations: École Polytechnique
  • Biochemical Principles of Energy Metabolism: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Phase Diagrams I & II: Arizona State University
  • Understanding Modern Physics III: Simplicity and Complexity: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Physical Chemistry: University of Manchester
  • Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law: Rice University
  • Ideal Gases: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations: École normale supérieure
  • Energy Harvesting: Sungkyunkwan University

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