Rice University
Introduction to Mechanics Specialization
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Rice University

Introduction to Mechanics Specialization

Understand the Physics of Mechanics and Motion. This specialization is equivalent to a one semester calculus-based introductory mechanics course, and will prepare you well for further coursework or independent study in science or engineering.

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(134 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule
2 months at 10 hours a week
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

Overview

  • How to describe motion graphically mathematically.

  • The nature of forces and how they influence motion.

  • How to use energy and momentum to solve mechanics problems.

  • Interactions and energies of gravitational interactions.

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Taught in English
105 practice exercises

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Learners will be prepared to critically evaluate real-world data and information regarding motion.

  • Learners can apply mathematical laws to the motions of objects under a variety of physical circumstances.

  • Learners will be prepared for more advanced courses in physics.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Physics
Category: Mechanics
Category: Graphing
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Mathematical Modeling
Category: Geometry
Category: Mechanical Engineering
Category: Algebra
Category: Trigonometry
Category: Engineering Calculations

What you'll learn

  • Learners will be prepared to critically evaluate real-world data and information regarding energy and motion.

  • Learners can apply mathematical laws to the motions of objects under a variety of physical circumstances.

  • Learners will be prepared for more advanced courses in physics.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Physics
Category: Mechanics
Category: Mathematical Modeling
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Mechanical Engineering
Category: Calculus
Category: Engineering Analysis
Category: Structural Analysis
Category: Engineering Calculations

What you'll learn

  • Learners will be prepared to critically evaluate real-world data and information regarding motion.

  • Learners can apply mathematical laws to the motions of objects under a variety of physical circumstances.

  • Learners will be prepared for more advanced courses in physics.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Physics
Category: Mechanics
Category: Torque (Physics)
Category: Calculus
Category: Engineering Calculations
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Mechanical Engineering
Category: Mathematical Modeling
Category: Trigonometry
Category: Applied Mathematics

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Instructor

Jason Hafner
Rice University
16 Courses55,715 learners

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