Dynamics 101: Predicting the Physical World

Dynamics 101 is built for curious, motivated learners—those eager to go deeper and think clearly.

✦ High school students preparing for AP Physics or exploring science and technology

✦ College students in engineering, physics, or robotics seeking a stronger foundation in dynamics

✦ Graduate students preparing for qualifying exams or reviewing core principles in a structured way

✦ Professionals refreshing their understanding for application in engineering, robotics, or research

No matter your background, if you are ready to learn systematically, this course will meet you where you are and help you go further.

Dynamics 101 teaches you how physical systems move and how to model them with precision. The course leverages real-time student interaction to continuously improve clarity and effectiveness.

✦ Foundations: The Obvious—Until You Look Closer

Master the building blocks of motion and physical modeling:

Motion: Position, velocity, and acceleration
Forces: Gravity, friction, and constraint forces
Objects: Point mass and rigid body models
Reference Systems: Inertial and rotating frames; coordinate systems
Dimensions and Units: Physical dimensions and unit consistency

✦ Principles: What They Are and When to Apply Them

Apply the core laws and conservation rules of dynamics:

Newton’s Laws: Force-acceleration and torque-angular acceleration
Work and Energy: Work-Energy Principle and conservation of mechanical energy
Impulse and Momentum: Impulse-Momentum Principle and conservation of linear and angular momentum

✦ Methods: Step-by-Step Problem Solving That Works

Develop a step-by-step approach to solving dynamic problems:

Principle Selection: Choosing the right method
Coordinate Systems: Aligning frames with motion
Free-Body Diagrams: Identifying and resolving forces
Modeling Assumptions: Friction, rolling, restitution
Equations of Motion: Formulating and solving to predict

✦ Examples: Where It All Comes Together

Apply concepts through familiar, real-world systems:

Ball: Free fall, projectile motion, planetary orbits, impact
Swing: Constrained motion and energy conservation
Door: Rotational motion and hinge torque
Wheel: Rolling dynamics with and without slip
Yo-Yo: Coupled rotation and translation under tension

By the end of the course, you will know how to apply the right principles, build models from scratch, and interpret physical behavior with clarity.

Dynamics 101 goes a level deeper than typical online courses. It focuses not only on the WHAT and HOW—but also on the WHY, helping learners develop a clear, connected understanding of the underlying principles. That is what creates the “AHA” moment. You will learn what your professor uses to solve problems on whiteboards and videos—not just what they present.

To help you build real understanding, this course will:

✦ Reveal the reasoning behind each solution—not just the steps
✦ Explain why each method applies—not just how to use it
✦ Build insight through problem-solving—not scripted lectures
✦ Include problems rarely covered in standard courses
✦ Focus on understanding that generalizes across problems

By the end, you will not just solve problems—you will understand why each step works.

Yes. Live sessions are the core of our Dynamics 101 offering.

During each session, you are free to ask questions and engage with the instructor. This opportunity for real-time interaction is what sets Dynamics 101 apart from typical video-only courses, providing clarity and personalized support that pre-recorded content cannot match.

We understand that schedules can change. To support you, we offer flexible rescheduling and refund options under the following conditions:

• We offer a no-risk tryout for live courses. Access to the first live session is free of charge. You may request a full refund within 12 hours after the first live session. Requests must be submitted through the following link: Reschedule or Refund Request Form.
• No refunds will be issued for cancellations made more than 12 hours after the first live session or in the case of a no-show. No refunds are available for on-demand video content.

For full details, please review our Terms of Service – Rescheduling and Refund Policy.