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    Astronomy courses can help you learn how to explore celestial objects, understand cosmic phenomena, and study the structure and evolution of the universe.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Capstone Spacecraft Dynamics and Control Project

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Control Systems, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Out of core nuclear fuel management: front end

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Manufacturing Operations, Production Process, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Chemistry, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Formation Flying and Control Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Control Systems, Systems Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Design Process

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Dynamics Capstone: Mars Mission

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Numerical Analysis, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Engineering Calculations, Torque (Physics), Mathematical Modeling, Matlab

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Thermodynamique : applications

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Physics, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Process Engineering, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Quantum Optics 2 - Two photons and more

      Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Digital Communications, Telecommunications, Cryptography, Simulations, Theoretical Computer Science, Physics, Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Vers l'infiniment petit - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Experimentation, Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Equipment, General Science and Research, Advanced Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law

      Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Physics, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Trigonometry, Problem Solving

      4.8
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Physics 102 - AC Circuits and Maxwell's Equations

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Electronic Systems, Electrical Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Physique des particules - une introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Equipment, Radiation Protection, Physical Science, Laboratory Experience, Mechanics, Experimentation, Systems Of Measurement, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Physics of silicon solar cells

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Electronic Systems, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process

      4.2
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Physics 101 - Energy and Momentum

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Problem Solving

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Advanced Capstone Spacecraft Dynamics and Control Project: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Out of core nuclear fuel management: front end: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Spacecraft Formation Flying and Control Capstone Project: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Spacecraft Dynamics Capstone: Mars Mission: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Thermodynamique : applications: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Quantum Optics 2 - Two photons and more: École Polytechnique
    • Vers l'infiniment petit - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
    • Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law: Rice University
    • Physics 102 - AC Circuits and Maxwell's Equations: Rice University
    • Physique des particules - une introduction: University of Geneva

    Why Learn Astronomy?

    Astronomy is the scientific study of the universe beyond Earth, including stars, planets, galaxies, and black holes. It helps us understand the origins and mechanics of celestial bodies and the forces that shape space and time. Learning astronomy can spark curiosity, deepen scientific understanding, and connect you to the vastness of the cosmos.

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