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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


  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Fundamentals of Materials Science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Manufacturing Processes, Physical Science, Semiconductors, Thermal Management, Chemical Engineering

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

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  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Particle Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Calculus

    ★ 4.7 (38) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Les deux infinis et nous

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Radiation Therapy, Physical Science, Radiology, Biomedical Technology, General Science and Research, Emerging Technologies, Research, Energy and Utilities, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Innovation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Dense Gases, Liquids and Solids

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Chemical Engineering, Materials science, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

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

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  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Hydraulics, Thermal Management, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Experimentation, Engineering Calculations, Systems Of Measurement, Calculus

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

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  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Equilibrio, ¿por qué se caen las cosas?

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

    ★ 4.5 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Material Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Structural Analysis, Physical Science

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • P

    Peking University

    电磁学上——恒定电场

    Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Scientific Methods, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics

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

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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    D'un infini à l'autre

    Skills you'll gain: General Science and Research, Physics, Scientific Methods, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Research, Physical Science, Materials science, Simulation and Simulation Software

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Vers l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Chemistry, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, High Voltage, Laboratory Equipment, electromagnetics, Radiation Protection, Experimentation, General Science and Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Our Energy Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Pollution Prevention, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Oil and Gas, Sustainable Technologies, Environment, Socioeconomics, Environmental Science, Biological Engineering, Economics, Chemical Engineering

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • P

    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Ferrous Technology II

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Production Process, Process Development

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

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

  • Fundamentals of Materials Science: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Particle Dynamics: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Les deux infinis et nous: École Polytechnique
  • Dense Gases, Liquids and Solids: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica: Politecnico di Milano
  • Equilibrio, ¿por qué se caen las cosas?: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Material Processing: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • 电磁学上——恒定电场: Peking University
  • D'un infini à l'autre: École Polytechnique
  • Vers l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique

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