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Kinematics Courses

Kinematics courses can help you learn the principles of motion, including displacement, velocity, and acceleration, as well as the equations that govern these concepts. You can build skills in analyzing motion graphs, solving problems related to projectile motion, and understanding the effects of forces on movement. Many courses introduce tools like simulation software and graphing calculators that help visualize and calculate motion, making it easier to apply these concepts in practical scenarios such as engineering design and robotics.

Popular Kinematics Courses and Certifications


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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Vector Calculus for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, electromagnetics, Engineering, Geometry, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Physics, Derivatives

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Advanced Vibrations

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

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    75 reviews

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mécanique Lagrangienne

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

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    38 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Mechanics, Trigonometry, Engineering, Geometry, Electrical Engineering

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Finite Element Methods, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Anatomy, Research, Mechanics, Physiology, Anthropology, Biology, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Infographics, Image Analysis

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Robotic Mapping and Trajectory Generation

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Robotics, Control Systems, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Algorithms

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation

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

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mécanique : Solide Indéformable

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Structural Analysis, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

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    34 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Autonomous Aerospace Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Systems Architecture, Simulations, Global Positioning Systems, Robotics, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Vision, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Integration, Estimation, Business Intelligence

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Unity: Design & Develop Role-Playing Games (RPGs)

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Animations, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Software Design, C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Data Persistence, System Implementation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics, Course 4: Robot Motion Planning and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Robotics, Control Systems, Process Control, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Virtual Environment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, Torque (Physics)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Vector Calculus for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Advanced Vibrations: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Mécanique Lagrangienne: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering (Part 2): Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Analytical Mechanics for Spacecraft Dynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism: Dartmouth College
  • Robotic Mapping and Trajectory Generation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Physics 101 - Rotational Motion and Gravitation : Rice University
  • Mécanique : Solide Indéformable: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Autonomous Aerospace Systems: Università di Napoli Federico II

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