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These are the top 100 Physical Science And Engineering courses found from analyzing all discussions on Reddit that mention any Coursera course.

#1
An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT) Specialization
Create Your Own Internet of Things (IoT) Device
University of California, Irvine
Ian Harris
4 reddit posts
45 mentions
#2
Computer Architecture Course
In this course, you will learn to design the computer architecture of complex modern microprocessors
Princeton University
David Wentzlaff
2 reddit posts
58 mentions
#3
Global Warming I Course
The Science and Modeling of Climate Change
This class describes the science of global warming and the forecast for humans’ impact on Earth’s
The University of Chicago
David Archer
1 reddit posts
31 mentions
#4
Fundamentals of Audio and Music Engineering Course
Part 1 Musical Sound & Electronics
In this course students learn the basic concepts of acoustics and electronics and how they can applied
University of Rochester
Robert Clark
4 reddit posts
34 mentions
#5
Introduction to Engineering Mechanics Course
This course is an introduction to learning and applying the principles required to solve
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
1 reddit posts
47 mentions
#6
Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Review Course
The purpose of this course is to review the material covered in the Fundamentals of Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Philip Roberts
1 reddit posts
38 mentions
#7
Power Electronics Specialization
Expand your Engineering Excellence
University of Colorado Boulder
Dr. Robert Erickson
2 reddit posts
25 mentions
#8
The Age of Sustainable Development Course
The Age of Sustainable Development" gives students an understanding of the key challenges and pathways to
Columbia University
Jeffrey Sachs
3 reddit posts
13 mentions
#9
Statistical Mechanics Course
Algorithms and Computations
In this course you will learn a whole lot of modern physics (classical and quantum) from basic computer
École normale supérieure
Werner Krauth
5 reddit posts
12 mentions
#10
Disaster Preparedness Course
Have you ever viewed a news report depicting the aftermath of a devastating natural disaster? The
University of Pittsburgh
Michael Beach
5 reddit posts
9 mentions
#11
Introduction to Power Electronics Course
This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5700, part of CU Boulder’s Master of
University of Colorado Boulder
Dr. Robert Erickson
1 reddit posts
15 mentions
#12
Introduction to Thermodynamics Course
Transferring Energy from Here to There
COURSE DESCRIPTION This course provides an introduction to the most powerful engineering principles you
University of Michigan
Margaret Wooldridge, Ph.D.
0 reddit posts
13 mentions
#13
Understanding Einstein Course
The Special Theory of Relativity
In this course we will seek to “understand Einstein,” especially focusing on the special theory of
Stanford University
Larry Randles Lagerstrom
0 reddit posts
14 mentions
#14
General Chemistry Course
Concept Development and Application
This course will cover the topics of a full year, two semester General Chemistry course
Rice University
John Steven Hutchinson
0 reddit posts
8 mentions
#15
Organic Solar Cells - Theory and Practice Course
The goal of the course is to give students awareness of the largest alternative form of
Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
Anders Skovbo Gertsen
2 reddit posts
11 mentions
#16
Fundamentals of GIS Course
Explore the world of spatial analysis and cartography with geographic information systems (GIS)
University of California, Davis
Nick Santos
1 reddit posts
9 mentions
#17
Data-driven Astronomy Course
Science is undergoing a data explosion, and astronomy is leading the way
The University of Sydney
Tara Murphy
0 reddit posts
14 mentions
#18
Engineering Systems in Motion Course
Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion
This course is an introduction to the study of bodies in motion as applied to engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
0 reddit posts
33 mentions
#19
Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life Course
Learn about the origin and evolution of life and the search for life beyond the Earth
The University of Edinburgh
Charles Cockell
0 reddit posts
20 mentions
#20
Modern Robotics Specialization
Mechanics, Planning, and Control
The most important concepts in modern robotics
Northwestern University
0 reddit posts
13 mentions
#21
The Science of the Solar System Course
Learn about the science behind the current exploration of the solar system in this free class
Caltech
Mike Brown
2 reddit posts
4 mentions
#22
From the Big Bang to Dark Energy Course
We have learned a lot recently about how the Universe evolved in 13
The University of Tokyo
Hitoshi Murayama
1 reddit posts
8 mentions
#23
Spacecraft Dynamics and Control Specialization
Explore a Career in Spacecraft Attitude Analysis
University of Colorado Boulder
Hanspeter Schaub
0 reddit posts
12 mentions
#24
Introduction to Electronics Course
This course introduces students to the basic components of electronics: diodes, transistors, and
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Bonnie H. Ferri
0 reddit posts
10 mentions
#25
Digital Signal Processing 1 Course
Basic Concepts and Algorithms
Digital Signal Processing is the branch of engineering that, in the space of just a few
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Paolo Prandoni
1 reddit posts
30 mentions
#26
Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing Course
In this class you will learn the basic principles and tools used to process images and videos, and how
Northwestern University
Aggelos K. Katsaggelos
0 reddit posts
9 mentions
#27
Mechanics of Materials I Course
Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading
This course explores the topic of solid objects subjected to stress and strain
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
1 reddit posts
25 mentions
#28
Imagining Other Earths Course
Are we alone? This course introduces core concepts in astronomy, biology, and planetary science that enable
Princeton University
David Spergel
3 reddit posts
3 mentions
#29
The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics Course
This course is an introduction to the finite element method as applicable to a range of problems in
University of Michigan
Krishna Garikipati, Ph.D.
2 reddit posts
7 mentions
#30
Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life Course
The Origins course tracks the origin of all things – from the Big Bang to the origin of the Solar
University of Copenhagen
Henning Haack
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#31
Applications in Engineering Mechanics Course
This course applies principles learned in my course “Introduction to Engineering Mechanics” to
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
0 reddit posts
24 mentions
#32
How Things Work Course
An Introduction to Physics
An introduction to physics in the context of everyday objects
University of Virginia
Louis A. Bloomfield
0 reddit posts
11 mentions
#33
MOS Transistors Course
PLEASE NOTE: This version of the course has been formed from an earlier version, which was actively run by
Columbia University
Yannis Tsividis
1 reddit posts
4 mentions
#34
Creativity, Innovation and Transformation Course
Our lives are being disrupted by pandemics, global warming, wars, political chaos, and
The Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Kathryn W. Jablokow
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#35
Astronomy Course
Exploring Time and Space
This course is designed for anyone who is interested in learning more about modern astronomy
University of Arizona
Chris Impey
1 reddit posts
8 mentions
#36
Advanced Engineering Systems in Motion Course
Dynamics of Three Dimensional (3D) Motion
This course is an advanced study of bodies in motion as applied to engineering systems and
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
0 reddit posts
26 mentions
#37
Mountains 101 Course
Mountains 101­­ is a broad and integrated overview of the mountain world
University of Alberta
Zac Robinson
2 reddit posts
6 mentions
#38
Planet Earth...and You! Course
Earthquakes, volcanoes, mountain building, ice ages, landslides, floods, life
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Dr. Stephen Marshak
0 reddit posts
6 mentions
#39
Understanding Research Methods Course
This MOOC is about demystifying research and research methods
University of London
Dr J. Simon Rofe, SOAS, University of London
0 reddit posts
8 mentions
#40
Mechanics Course
Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets
Most of the phenomena in the world around you are, at the fundamental level,
UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
Prof. Joe Wolfe
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#41
Statistical Molecular Thermodynamics Course
This introductory physical chemistry course examines the connections between molecular properties and
University of Minnesota
Dr. Christopher J. Cramer
1 reddit posts
6 mentions
#42
Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments Course
Welcome to the Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments
University of Colorado Boulder
Alex Fosdick
0 reddit posts
13 mentions
#43
Mechanics of Materials II Course
Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels and Torsion
This course explores the analysis and design of thin-walled pressure vessels and engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
0 reddit posts
18 mentions
#44
Introduction to Physical Chemistry Course
Chemical reactions underpin the production of pretty much everything in our modern world
University of Manchester
Patrick J O'Malley, D.Sc
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#45
Mechanics of Materials III Course
Beam Bending
This course explores the analysis and design of beam bending problems
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
0 reddit posts
17 mentions
#46
Introduction to FPGA Design for Embedded Systems Course
This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5360, part of CU Boulder’s Master of
University of Colorado Boulder
Timothy Scherr
0 reddit posts
7 mentions
#47
Mechanics of Materials IV Course
Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories
This course explores the analysis and design of engineering structures considering factors of
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
0 reddit posts
16 mentions
#48
Interfacing with the Arduino Course
Arduino senses the environment by receiving inputs from add-on devices such as sensors, and can
University of California, Irvine
Ian Harris
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#49
Internet of Things and AI Cloud Specialization
Build Your Own Internet of Things
University of California San Diego
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#50
Introduction into General Theory of Relativity Course
General Theory of Relativity or the theory of relativistic gravitation is the one most famous branch of
HSE University
Emil Akhmedov
1 reddit posts
3 mentions
#51
Global Warming II Course
Create Your Own Models in Python
This class provides a series of Python programming exercises intended to explore the use of numerical
The University of Chicago
David Archer
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#52
Digital Signal Processing Specialization
Digital Signal Processing from theory to practice
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Paolo Prandoni
1 reddit posts
33 mentions
#53
Quantitative Methods Course
Discover the principles of solid scientific methods in the behavioral and social sciences
University of Amsterdam
Annemarie Zand Scholten
0 reddit posts
5 mentions
#54
Fundamentals of Fluid-Solid Interactions Course
What is fluid-solid interactions ? It is what happens when the motions of a fluid and of a solid are
École Polytechnique
Emmanuel de Langre
0 reddit posts
5 mentions
#55
Our Energy Future Course
This course is designed to introduce students to the issues of energy in the 21st century –
University of California San Diego
Dr. Stephen Mayfield
1 reddit posts
3 mentions
#56
Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life Course
Before the advent of quantum mechanics in the early 20th century, most scientists believed that
University of California, Irvine
Michael Dennin
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#57
Interfacing with the Raspberry Pi Course
The Raspberry Pi uses a variety of input/output devices based on protocols such as HDMI, USB,
University of California, Irvine
Ian Harris
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#58
Advanced Chemistry Course
A chemistry course to cover selected topics covered in advanced high school chemistry courses,
University of Kentucky
Dr. Allison Soult
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#59
¡¿Cómo?! ¿Química en mi casa? Course
En este curso, ofrecido por la UNAM, el participante conocerá una buena parte de la
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Benjamín Ruiz Loyola
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#60
Global Postharvest Loss Prevention Course
Fundamentals, Technologies, and Actors
This course provides an overview of the issue of postharvest loss of grains by
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Dr. Prasanta Kalita
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#61
Introduction to Satellite Communications Course
How is a satellite built? How do they fly? How do they communicate and how does the network operate? You
Institut Mines-Télécom
Laurent Franck
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#62
Machine Design Part I Course
“Machine Design Part I” is the first course in an in-depth three course series of “Machine
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Kathryn Wingate
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#63
Fundamentals of Fluid Power Course
Fluid power has the highest power density of all conventional power-transmission technologies
University of Minnesota
James D. Van De Ven, PhD
0 reddit posts
5 mentions
#64
Wind Energy Course
How tall is a modern wind turbine and how can it possibly generate power from the wind?
Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
Merete Badger
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#65
Chemistry Course
This course is designed to cover subjects in advanced high school chemistry courses, correlating to the
University of Kentucky
Dr. Allison Soult
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#66
Computers, Waves, Simulations Course
A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python
Interested in learning how to solve partial differential equations with numerical
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Heiner Igel
0 reddit posts
5 mentions
#67
Robotics Course
Aerial Robotics
How can we create agile micro aerial vehicles that are able to operate autonomously in cluttered
University of Pennsylvania
Vijay Kumar
1 reddit posts
2 mentions
#68
Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico Course
Origens da vida no contexto cósmico é um curso desenvolvido no Instituto de Astronomia, Geofísica e
Universidade de São Paulo
Rodrigo de Souza
1 reddit posts
0 mentions
#69
Digital Systems Course
From Logic Gates to Processors
This course gives you a complete insight into the modern design of digital systems
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Elena Valderrama
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#70
The Evolving Universe Course
This is an introductory astronomy survey class that covers our understanding of the physical universe and its major
Caltech
S. George Djorgovski
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#71
Introduction to solar cells Course
How do solar cells work, why do we need, and how can we measure their efficiency? These
Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
Morten Vesterager Madsen
2 reddit posts
1 mentions
#72
Robotics Course
Estimation and Learning
How can robots determine their state and properties of the surrounding environment from noisy sensor
University of Pennsylvania
Daniel Lee
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#73
Quantum Optics 1 Course
Single Photons
This course gives you access to basic tools and concepts to understand research articles and books on modern
École Polytechnique
Alain Aspect
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#74
Kinematics Course
Describing the Motions of Spacecraft
The movement of bodies in space (like spacecraft, satellites, and space stations) must be
University of Colorado Boulder
Hanspeter Schaub
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#75
Big History - From the Big Bang until Today Course
Welcome to this Big History course
University of Amsterdam
Esther Quaedackers
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#76
Introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage Course
It is well known that water treatment at the household level can lead to dramatic
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Rick Johnston
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#77
Materials Science Course
10 Things Every Engineer Should Know
We explore “10 things” that range from the menu of materials available to engineers in their
University of California, Davis
James Shackelford
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#78
Material Behavior Course
Have you ever wondered why ceramics are hard and brittle while metals tend to be ductile? Why
Georgia Institute of Technology
Thomas H. Sanders, Jr.
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#79
A Circular Economy of Metals Course
Towards a Sustainable Societal Metabolism
Metals are present everywhere around us and are one of the major materials upon which our economies are
Universiteit Leiden
Ester van der Voet
1 reddit posts
0 mentions
#80
Kinetics Course
Studying Spacecraft Motion
As they tumble through space, objects like spacecraft move in dynamical ways
University of Colorado Boulder
Hanspeter Schaub
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#81
Control of Nonlinear Spacecraft Attitude Motion Course
This course trains you in the skills needed to program specific orientation and achieve precise
University of Colorado Boulder
Hanspeter Schaub
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#82
Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life Course
For a sample of what this course will include, see the video "Energy, Environment,
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
David N. Ruzic
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#83
Simulation and modeling of natural processes Course
This course gives you an introduction to modeling methods and simulation tools for a wide range of natural
University of Geneva
Bastien Chopard
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#84
Introduction to Systems Engineering Course
"Introduction to Systems Engineering" uses a structured yet flexible approach to
UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
Dr Mike Ryan
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#85
Nanotechnology Course
A Maker’s Course
How can we create nano-structures that are 10,000 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair? How can we “see” at the nano-scale?
Duke University
Nan M. Jokerst
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#86
AstroTech Course
The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery
"How do they know that?" Modern astronomy has made some astonishing discoveries - how stars burn
The University of Edinburgh
Andy Lawrence
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#87
Greening the Economy Course
Sustainable Cities
How can we shape our urban development towards sustainable and prosperous futures? This course explores
Lund University
Dr. Kes McCormick
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#88
Introduction to Chemistry Course
Reactions and Ratios
This is an introductory course for students with limited background in chemistry; basic concepts involved in
Duke University
Prof. Dorian A. Canelas
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#89
Mécanique de Newton Course
Ces quelques leçons de mécanique de Newton font partie d'un cours de formation de base
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Jean-Philippe Ansermet
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#90
Geospatial and Environmental Analysis Course
Apply your GIS knowledge in this course on geospatial analysis, focusing on analysis tools, 3D
University of California, Davis
Nick Santos
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#91
Autodesk Fusion 360 Integrated CAD/CAM/CAE Course
Design, engineering, and manufacturing are undergoing a digital transformation, and the need for a collaborative
Autodesk
Autodesk
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#92
Wood Science Course
Beyond Building
The central question of this course: “why study wood?” If “why study wood” is the question, one answer
West Virginia University
Lawrence Osborn
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#93
Cyber-Physical Systems Course
Modeling and Simulation
Cyber-physical systems (CPS for short) combine digital and analog devices, interfaces,
University of California, Santa Cruz
Ricardo Sanfelice
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#94
Intro to Acoustics (Part 1) Course
This course introduces acoustics by using the concept of impedance
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Yang-Hann Kim
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#95
Linear Circuits 1 Course
DC Analysis
This course explains how to analyze circuits that have direct current (DC) current or voltage
Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Bonnie H. Ferri
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#96
Robotics Course
Perception
How can robots perceive the world and their own movements so that they accomplish navigation and
University of Pennsylvania
Kostas Daniilidis
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#97
Wireless Communications for Everybody Course
This course will provide an introduction and history of cellular communication systems that have changed our
Yonsei University
Kwang-Soon Kim
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#98
Astrobiology Course
Exploring Other Worlds
How are astronomers approaching their search for life in the universe? What have we learned from the surge
University of Arizona
Chris Impey
1 reddit posts
0 mentions
#99
Confronting The Big Questions Course
Highlights of Modern Astronomy
An introduction to modern astronomy's most important questions
University of Rochester
Adam Frank
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#100
Introduction to Chemistry Course
Structures and Solutions
This is an introductory course for students with limited background in chemistry; basic concepts such as atomic
Duke University
Prof. Dorian A. Canelas
0 reddit posts
3 mentions