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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

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Dense Gases, Liquids and Solids

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Simulations, Physics, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling

    4.5 stars, 117 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Power Plant Engineering: Fundamentals & Thermal Cycles

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Engineering, Electric Power Systems, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Engineering Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • É

    École normale supérieure

    Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Physics, Mechanics, Algorithms, Program Development

    4.8 stars, 274 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Virginia

    How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics

    4.8 stars, 3.1K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ideal Gases

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Vibrations, Mechanical Engineering, Physics

    4.5 stars, 145 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • I

    ISAE-SUPAERO

    Flight mechanics - Propulsive balance and energy

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

    4.7 stars, 64 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (64) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Transferencia de momentum, calor y masa computacional

    Skills you'll gain: Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Python Programming, Mathematical Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Fundamentals of Materials Science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Engineering

    4.6 stars, 204 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (204) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Electrodynamics

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

    4.7 stars, 991 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Mechanics, Geometry, Complex Problem Solving, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking

    4.6 stars, 251 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (251) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Engineering, Vibrations, Physical Science, electromagnetics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Computer Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Research, Software Development, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • 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, Calculus, Estimation, Trigonometry, Experimentation

    4.7 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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