Physics online courses and MOOCs - student reviews
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The Science of the Solar System
Learn about the science behind the current exploration of the solar system in this free class. Use principles from physics, chemistry, biology, and geology to understand the latest from Mars, compr...
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5 years ago
When I signed up to this course, I thought this would interesting but easy as
I have a deep interest for space. Yes it was interesting, but ...
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Quantum Mechanics for Everyone
Quantum Mechanics for Everyone is a four-week long MOOC that teaches the basic ideas of quantum mechanics with a method that requires no complicated math beyond taking square roots (and you can use...
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Bill Courtney
1 year, 11 months ago
An outstanding course. The instructor guaranteed that there would be no lies about QM, that there would be no over-simplifications, and he l...
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Silicon Photonics Design, Fabrication and Data Analysis
This short course teaches students and industry professionals how to design integrated optical devices and circuits, using a hands-on approach with commercial tools. We will fabricate your des...
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Astrophysics: The Violent Universe
Interested in exploring the deadliest and most mysterious parts of our universe? Or, investigating black holes, which warp the very fabric of space-time around them?
We will look at what we kn...
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Claudio Felicioli
3 years, 7 months ago
It's fun and awesome. Both the professors are very good on themselves, but their combined effort is something of unutterable greatness. The ...
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Electricity & Magnetism, Part 1
PHYS 102.1x serves as an introduction to electricity and magnetism, following the standard second semester college physics sequence. Part 1 begins with electric charge in matter, the forces betwe...
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2 years, 9 months ago
Best physics course I have ever taken. Intuitive, yet rigorous coverage of all materials. Homework difficulty was just right and fills any g...
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Greatest Unsolved Mysteries of the Universe
Despite spectacular recent progress, there is still a lot we don't know about our universe. We don't know why the Big Bang happened. We don't know what most of the universe is made of. We don't kno...
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Richard Reddy
2 years, 9 months ago
I greatly enjoyed this course, in particular. Many physics courses are a bit presumptuous, as if we already know all about particular subje...
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Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects
This course gives you easy access to the invaluable learning techniques used by experts in art, music, literature, math, science, sports, and many other disciplines. We’ll learn about the how the b...
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Julien Levesque
2 years, 8 months ago
This Course is just amazing. I decided to take it because I was involved in a project, which required that I learn multiple new things in a ...
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Mechanics: Kinematics and Dynamics
Mechanics is the study of the physics of motion and how it relates to applied forces. It lays the foundation of understanding the world around us through the how and why of motion.
This physic...
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Complex Analysis with Physical Applications
In this advanced math course, you will learn how to build solutions to important differential equations in physics and their asymptotic expansions. Armed with the tools mastered in this course, you...
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Space Mission Design and Operations
Space exploration is truly fascinating. From Sputnik to the Apollo, followed by the assembly and exploitation of the International Space Station and the successful operation of the Hubble Space Tel...
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Kristina Šekrst
3 years, 1 month ago
A lot of hard work has been invested in this course. If you're looking for an introductory course, this isn't one. But if you're looking for...
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Introduction to Astronomy
An introduction to astronomy through a broad survey of what we know about the universe and how we know it.
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Timon
6 years ago
This has to be one of the best MOOCs I have taken so far. Professor Ronen is
an amazing instructor and the way he and his team interact with...
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Introduction to Mechanics, Part 1
This course is an introduction to mechanics and follows a standard first-semester university physics course. You will learn fundamental mechanics concepts and mathematical problem solving required ...
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Roger Korby
1 year, 5 months ago
This is a fantastic course! Dr. Hafner's explanations are crystal clear, and as a bonus he's very funny too. To Rice: Please get the next pa...
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Diseña, fabrica y programa tu propio robot
En este curso aprenderás a diseñar, fabricar y programar tu propio robot (DYOR: Do Your Own Robot) con Arduino. Es una metodología que llevamos años implementando en asignaturas de robótica de la U...
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Question Reality! Science, philosophy, and the search for meaning
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How much can we know of the physical world? Can we know everything? Or are there fundamental limits to how much we can explain? If there are limits, ...
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Fundamentals of Biomedical Imaging: Ultrasounds, X-ray, positron emission tomography (PET) and applications
This physics course covers the physical principles of major in vivo bio-imaging modalities and the different imaging techniques.
After a short study of ultrasound imaging, you will learn about...
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Science & Cooking: From Haute Cuisine to Soft Matter Science (part 2)
In Part 2 of Science and Cooking (Part 1 is available here ), we will be visited by more world-famous chefs who use a number of different styles and techniques in their cooking. Each chef wi...
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Quantum Cryptography
How can you tell a secret when everyone is able to listen in? In this course, you will learn how to use quantum effects, such as quantum entanglement and uncertainty, to implement cryptographic tas...
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AP Physics 1
Preparing for the AP Physics 1 exam requires a deep understanding of many different topics in physics as well as an understanding of the AP exam and the types of questions it asks. This course is d...
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The Evolving Universe
This is an introductory astronomy survey class that covers our understanding of the physical universe and its major constituents, including planetary systems, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars,...
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Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why
The course will explore the tone combinations that humans consider consonant or dissonant, the scales we use, and the emotions music elicits, all of which provide a rich set of data for exploring m...
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Particle Physics: an Introduction
This course introduces you to subatomic physics, i.e. the physics of nuclei and particles.
More specifically, the following questions are addressed:
- What are the concepts of particle physics an...
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Quantum Mechanics for Scientists and Engineers
This 9 week course aims to teach quantum mechanics to anyone with a reasonable college-level understanding of physical science or engineering. Quantum mechanics was once mostly of interest to physi...
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Materials Science and Engineering
This engineering course presents a broad multidisciplinary approach to understanding and manipulating the mechanical, electrical, optical and magnetic properties of materials.
Materials have a...
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L’eau et les sols – Hydrodynamique des milieux poreux
Comment l’eau de pluie s'infiltre-t-elle dans le sol (et quelle partie ruisselle) ? Quelle est la recharge d’une nappe ? Quelle quantité d’eau un sol peut-il retenir ? Quelle sont les directions de...
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Mastering Quantum Mechanics Part 1: Wave Mechanics
This physics course offers a sophisticated view of quantum mechanics and its proper mathematical foundation. In this first module of three you will review the basics of wave mechanics and be introd...
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Waves & Optics
PHYS201x follows introductory physics courses with a more detailed treatment of oscillators, waves on strings, and electromagnetic waves. In addition to deriving and solving the wave equation, math...
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AP® Physics 2 - Part 3: Optics and Modern Physics
Preparing for the AP Physics 2 exam requires a deep understanding of many different topics in physics as well as an understanding of the AP exam and the types of questions it asks. This course is P...
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Differential Equations: 2x2 Systems
Differential equations are the language of the models we use to describe the world around us. Most phenomena require not a single differential equation, but a system of coupled differential equatio...
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Quantum Mechanics: Quantum physics in 1D Potentials
In this quantum physics course you will acquire concrete knowledge of quantum mechanics by learning to solve the Schrodinger equation for important classes of one-dimensional potentials. We study t...
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From Atoms to Stars: How Physics Explains Our World
In this physics course, you will learn about the structure and function of our universe, from the micro-world of quantum fields and atoms up to the mega-world of stars and galaxies.
You will l...
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Introduction to Solar Systems Astronomy
In this introductory 4-credit hour lecture and laboratory course, we will explore the origins, structure, contents, and evolution of our solar system and exosolar planetary systems. We will cover t...
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Kristina Šekrst
3 years, 8 months ago
Even though I thought about not taking this course, believing it was an introductory one, I did manage to learn some new stuff, and, most im...
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Electricity & Magnetism, Part 2
PHYS 102x serves as an introduction to electricity and magnetism, following the standard second semester college physics sequence. Part 2 begins with the nature of the magnetic field and how it is ...
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Astrophysics: Cosmology
This course covers cosmology – the study of our entire universe. Where did the universe come from? How will it end? What is the nature of space and time? For the first time in human history, ...
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4 years, 4 months ago
A very pleasant learning experience although I unenrolled after only two
weeks. It should not be underestimated the amount of mathematical
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Astrophysics: Exploring Exoplanets
The discovery of exoplanets is one of the greatest revolutions in modern astrophysics. Twenty years ago, we had no idea whether any of the countless stars out there beyond our solar system had plan...
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Quantum Mechanics: Wavefunctions, operators, and expectation values
In this quantum physics course you will learn the basics of quantum mechanics. We begin with de Broglie waves, the wavefunction, and its probability interpretation. We then introduce the Schrodinge...
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Advanced Transport Phenomena
How can you reduce the energy loss of your home? What is the underlying science of energy loss in pipes? Which heat and mass transfer problems do we have to tackle to make consumer products?
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Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam
Get ready to ace your AP Physics 1 exam in this interactive prep course! Whether you are preparing for an upcoming exam or looking for a more challenging Physics course to add to your current curr...
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Hypersonics – from Shock Waves to Scramjets
A flow is called hypersonic if the Mach number is greater than 5. This means that the flow speed is more than five times the speed of sound. In air at room temperature, the speed of sound is around...
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Graphene Science and Technology
Graphene is the world’s first 2-dimensional material and is the thinnest, strongest, and most flexible material known to exist. Graphene, a special form of carbon,,can conduct electricity and heat ...
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Physics 1 for Physical Science Majors
This is a 12 week course, currently scheduled to start on Monday, April 14, 2014 and finishing on Friday, July 11. This introductory physics course is intended for physical science majors and othe...
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Brion
5 years, 5 months ago
You may be like me, and have done some Mechanics in a first semester
module/you may have encountered it just before university, and you may ...
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Understanding Nuclear Energy
In this nuclear energy course, we will tackle provocative questions such as:
Is nuclear energy a good substitute for fossil fuels to reduce our CO2 emission or not?
Can nuclear reactor...
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Nuclear Reactor Physics Basics
This engineering course is designed to Introduce students to a range of concepts, ideas and models used in nuclear reactor physics. This course will focus on the physical theory of reactors and met...
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水力学 | Hydraulics
Hydraulics is one of the basic courses of civil engineering, hydraulic engineering, environmental engineering, architecture, and engineering physics. This science focuses on the laws of fluid dynam...
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DemoX
This overview course is designed to show new students how to take a course on edx.org. You will learn how to navigate the edX platform and complete your first course! From there, we will help you g...
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Ghada Alrawi
3 years, 9 months ago
Hello every one my name is Ghada 4th year student,university of Baghdad.I'm so happy 4being here and eager to start the courses with you to ...
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Mastering Quantum Mechanics Part 3: Entanglement and Angular Momentum
This physics course introduces the concept of tensor product states to discuss entanglement and Bell inequalities. You will learn about angular momentum and its representations. This is used t...
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Eduardo Maldonado
3 years, 1 month ago
Although I'm not a regular student looking for a special certification,of course I would like to get one, but that is not my goal: I'm too ...
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Introduction to Astrophysics
How can we study the Universe we live in using the only available information it provides us with: light ?
This course provides an overview of the physical phenomena at play in the astronomica...
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Caer o No caer. El Secreto de las Estructuras.
Las estructuras están implicadas en nuestras vidas: las plantas, los animales, casi todo lo que fabrica el ser humano, incluso nuestro propio cuerpo, deben soportar una serie de fuerzas sin rompers...
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Sustainable Energy: Design a Renewable Future
A transition to sustainable energy is needed for our climate and welfare. In this engineering course, you will learn how to assess the potential for energy reduction and the potential of renewable ...
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The Basics of Transport Phenomena
Have you ever wondered why ventilation helps to cool down your hot chocolate? Do you know why a surfing suit keeps you warm? Why iron feels cold, while wood feels warm at room temperature? Or how a...
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Engineering Mechanics
Are you interested in improving your mechanics or introducing yourself to the subject all together? Join our unique course, devised by the Ural Federal University. Through our innovative approach, ...
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