Fluid mechanics courses can help you learn how liquids and gases behave under various forces—an essential concept in engineering, physics, and environmental science.

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Hibernate (Java), PL/SQL, Relational Databases, Object-Relational Mapping, SQL, Data Access, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Database Design, Databases, Java, Data Manipulation, Data Mapping, Java Programming, JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Query Languages, Database Management, Database Systems, Transaction Processing
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Civil Engineering, Vibrations, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Prototyping, 3D Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Houston
Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Basic Electrical Systems, Physics, Vibrations, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Exploratorium
Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Creativity, Mechanics, Research, Creative Problem-Solving, Experimentation, Innovation, Mechanical Design, Aesthetics, Construction
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Vibrations, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Vibrations, Materials science, Applied Mathematics, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Logical Reasoning, General Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Experimentation, Simulations, Computer Science, Psychology, Science and Research, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Research, World History, Qualitative Research
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Systems Engineering, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Responsive Web Design, Browser Compatibility, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development Tools, Web Design, Web Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Materials science, Semiconductors, Chemistry, Mechanics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Calculus
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Fluid mechanics is the study of how fluids move and interact with their surroundings, forming the basis for applications in aerospace, civil, mechanical, and biomedical engineering. It helps explain everything from air flow over wings to water movement in pipelines. Learning fluid mechanics can build problem-solving skills for designing efficient systems and understanding natural and industrial processes.