ABOUT THIS COURSE
The EdX, the MOOC initiative of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University, is offering a free online course on “Classical Mechanics”, which is the first of MIT’s introductory physics courses. The course covers the basic concepts of Newtonian mechanics, fluid mechanics and kinetic gas theory. A variety of other interesting topics are covered, such as resonance phenomena, musical instruments and astronomical phenomena such as binary stars, neutron stars, black holes, stellar collapse, and supernovae. You will also be given a peek into the intriguing world of quantum mechanics.
Prerequisites:
Some mathematical training is needed (High school level Algebra and Trigonometry), and an introduction to Calculus. At MIT, 18.01 Single Variable Calculus is a co-requisite for 8.01 (the two courses can be taken in the same semester). You are encouraged to study or review the content of 18.01SC on MIT OpenCourseWare as needed. Also, some knowledge of physics is expected (at the level of high-school physics) but is not absolutely required.
MIT students are expected to spend 12 hours per week on 8.01, and if you have the necessary background knowledge, we estimate that it will also take you 12 hours per week to do well.
Important dates:
Classes start: 9 Sept 2013.
How to apply:To take this EDX course you can register by clicking the following link -
courses.edx.org/register?ourse_id=MITx/8.01x/2013_SOND&enrollment_action=enroll
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