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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


  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Introduction to Engineering Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Practices, Structural Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry

    ★ 4.8 (5.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Duke University

    Introduction to Chemistry: Reactions and Ratios

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Laboratory Research, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Analytical Chemistry, Experimentation

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    The Science of Gastronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Sensory Systems Analysis, Biochemistry, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Thermal Management, Chemistry, Physiology, Psychology

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

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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Image Generation

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Model Deployment, Generative Model Architectures, Cloud Deployment, Model Training

    ★ 4.5 (196) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Global Energy Business

    Skills you'll gain: Petroleum Industry, Energy and Utilities, Oil and Gas, Market Dynamics, Strategic Thinking, Business Analysis, Business Economics, Supply And Demand, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analytics, Economics, Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis Tools, Political Sciences, Resource Utilization, Natural Resource Management, Emerging Technologies

    ★ 4.6 (508) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Physics, Structural Analysis, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Derivatives

    ★ 4.9 (747) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Thermodynamique : applications

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, HVAC, Energy and Utilities, Differential Equations, Physical Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.6 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Physics Fundamentals: Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Systems Of Measurement, Differential Equations, Calculus, Trigonometry, Derivatives

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Physics of Emergence: Introduction to Condensed Matter

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Materials science, Chemistry, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.8 (19) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Density Functional Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Materials science, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Derivatives, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics

    ★ 4.8 (253) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Scientific Visualization

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

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  • U

    University of Virginia

    How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Physical Science, Energy and Utilities, Experimentation

    ★ 4.8 (3.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Engineering Mechanics: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Introduction to Chemistry: Reactions and Ratios: Duke University
  • The Science of Gastronomy: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Image Generation: Google Cloud
  • Fundamentals of Global Energy Business: University of Colorado System
  • Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Thermodynamique : applications: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Physics Fundamentals: Mechanics: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • The Physics of Emergence: Introduction to Condensed Matter: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique

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