Principle of Inertia Course
Explore Newton’s First Law through practical friction activities, precise free-body diagrams, and effective order-of-magnitude calculations. Build strong physics understanding and communication abilities for accurate analysis of real-world motion and professional technical documentation.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a practical guide to mastering friction, free-body diagrams, and Newton’s First Law in common scenarios. Participants learn to calculate forces, deceleration, and stopping distances, manage uncertainties, select appropriate values, and develop skills in technical writing, structured reports, and clear reflections for presenting accurate calculations effectively.
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Develop skills
- Master friction concepts by applying static and kinetic coefficients with normal force in practical situations.
- Create accurate free-body diagrams identifying all forces in typical systems.
- Calculate motion effects from friction including deceleration, stopping time, and distance.
- Conduct rapid order-of-magnitude estimates using defined assumptions and proper units.
- Produce clear, professional physics reports featuring detailed force evaluations.
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