Propulsion Courses and Certifications

NPTEL;  IIT Madras

Gas Dynamics and Propulsion

5 ratings

Comprehensive exploration of gas dynamics principles and propulsion systems, covering fundamental concepts, shock waves, flow types, and advanced propulsion technologies.

• YouTube
• 1 day 8 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sabine Hossenfelder

Gravitic Propulsion Technology - Could the Government Hide Advanced Physics Research?

Explore the scientific reality behind gravitic propulsion claims and government secrecy, examining physics principles and technological feasibility through expert analysis.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Introduction to Aeronautical Engineering

8 ratings

Come discover the fascinating world of flying through the exploration of aeronautics, aerodynamics and flight mechanics!

• edX
• 8 weeks, 6-8 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Bio Inspired Micro Robots - Propulsion and Locomotion - Module 05

Explore algae-based micro robots, governing equations for bio-inspired designs, and water runner robot mechanisms in this 30-minute engineering module.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Bio Inspired Micro Robots - Propulsion and Locomotion - Module 04

Explore micro mechanical flying insects, their actuation mechanisms, flight mechanics, aerodynamics, and key design challenges in bio-inspired robotics.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Bio-Inspired Micro Robots - Propulsion and Locomotion - Module 02

Explore propulsion strategies and magnetic field-driven locomotion fundamentals for bio-inspired microrobots in liquid environments.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Bio-Inspired Micro Robots - Propulsion and Locomotion - Module 01

Explore bacterial flagellar motion, ciliary propulsion mechanisms, and magnetic actuation techniques for designing bio-inspired micro robots and their swimming velocities.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Propulsion

Explore jet engine thrust, rocket thrust equations, and the Tsiolkovsky equation in this concise overview of propulsion fundamentals.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Credential

Fundamentals of Flight mechanics

599 ratings at Coursera

Explore the physics behind aviation, from takeoff to flight control. Learn about lift, drag, propulsion, and atmospheric effects on speed and altitude measurements in this comprehensive program.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

IIT Madras;  NPTEL

Fundamentals of combustion for propulsion

Explore combustion science for propulsion systems, focusing on instability issues. Learn equilibrium concepts, flame types, and strategies for developing stable designs in rockets and gas turbines.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS): Fundamentals

9 ratings at edX

Learn the fundamentals of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) including terminology, types of platforms, flight physics, and selection of UAS for specific needs and applications.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 4-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Aerospace Propulsion

4 ratings

Comprehensive exploration of aerospace propulsion systems, covering air-breathing and non-air-breathing engines, cycle analysis, rocket nozzles, solid and liquid rockets, and hybrid propulsion technologies.

• YouTube
• 1 day 11 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Jet Aircraft Propulsion

4 ratings

Explore jet aircraft propulsion fundamentals, including engine types, performance parameters, thermodynamics, and component analysis for a comprehensive understanding of aerospace technology.

• YouTube
• 15 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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Nuclear Propulsion – From the Somewhat Reasonable to the Utterly Insane - Easterhegg 2019

Explore nuclear propulsion systems, from practical applications to outlandish concepts. Discover the potential and risks of harnessing nuclear reactions for rockets and other propulsion methods.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

AGU

Ocean Sciences - From Molecular to Global Scales and Biological Propulsion - Plenary Lectures

Explore oceanic biogeochemistry and biological propulsion with expert lectures on nutrient cycles, particle flux, and innovative marine engineering applications.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video