Where Can I Find Free Physics Courses from MIT?

In summary, the videos are great and the problem sets are helpful, but you really need the videos to get the most out of the material. The videos can be found at www.ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Physics/8-01Physics-IFall1999/VideoLectures/. The DownloadHelper extension for Firefox can be found at www.addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/downloadhelper/. Finally, if you are unable to play the videos, you can try downloading the k-lite codec pack at www.codecguide.net/download/k-lite-codec-pack/.
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http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Physics/index.htm
 
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Wow, nice! Full course lecture notes, problem sets and solutions! :approve: Great find, you should stick this in the tutorials section.
 
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And, more generally, http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Global/all-courses.htm
 
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Out of all educational material available at MIT-related websites, I must say that I can and do appreciate the large quantity of physics video lectures with Walter Lewin. He has a very dynamic lecturer.

http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Physics/8-01Physics-IFall1999/VideoLectures/index.htm [Broken]
http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Physics/8-02Electricity-and-MagnetismSpring2002/CourseHome/index.htm [Broken]
http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Physics/8-03Fall-2004/CourseHome/index.htm [Broken]

The above is about 100 videos (approx. 40-50 min each) for Physics I-III instructed at MIT.

While I am on the subject, he is also in some independent video lectures available over at MIT World:

http://mitworld.mit.edu/video/74/ [Broken]
http://mitworld.mit.edu/video/158/ [Broken]
http://mitworld.mit.edu/video/168/ [Broken]
http://mitworld.mit.edu/video/291/ [Broken]
http://mitworld.mit.edu/video/319/ [Broken]

While the five above is more of introductory rather than from actual course. Still it is an interesting experience to watch them.
 
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Moridin said:
(approx. 40min each)
Each one is more like 50 minutes (not that it really makes a difference).
 
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Crap i just really wished they didn't use Real player as their format. Nevertheless downloading that crappy software to play these videos is worth it. Thank you.
 
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vincentm said:
Crap i just really wished they didn't use Real player as their format. Nevertheless downloading that crappy software to play these videos is worth it. Thank you.

If you have access to the itunes store, you can download these videos in mp4 format for free from the iTunesU section.
 
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vincentm said:
Crap i just really wished they didn't use Real player as their format.
Google for 'Real alternative' it's a free implemation of the realplayer protocol without all the ad-ware and dancing hamsters of real's official player.
 
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I tried with both Real and Real Alternative, and I just get a "Missing Codec" error. I can't seem to play their videos.
 
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mgb_phys said:
Google for 'Real alternative' it's a free implemation of the realplayer protocol without all the ad-ware and dancing hamsters of real's official player.

Do they have a real alternative or some other player that supports .rm for a Mac?
 
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Just want to say thanks for posting this.
 
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Problem sets are good and all, but you really do need video lectures to fully learn the material.
 
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You-Tube also has the videos. I can play them fine from there.
 
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Using Firefox, there is an add-on extension called DownloadHelper that allows you to "easily" download youtube videos into .flv format.

But I wish they would put them up in a torrent...
 
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nanoWatt said:
I tried with both Real and Real Alternative, and I just get a "Missing Codec" error. I can't seem to play their videos.

if you are on a PC download the k-lite codec pack
 
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This is great! Thanks!
 

1. What physics topics are covered in MIT's free physics course?

The free physics course offered by MIT covers a wide range of topics including classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, and thermodynamics. It also includes hands-on laboratory experiments and problem-solving exercises.

2. Do I need any prior knowledge or experience in physics to take this course?

No, this course is designed for beginners and does not require any prior knowledge or experience in physics. However, a strong foundation in mathematics and basic algebra is recommended.

3. How long is the duration of the free physics course offered by MIT?

The course is self-paced, so the duration can vary depending on your learning pace. However, it is estimated to take around 12 weeks to complete if you spend 2-3 hours a week on the course.

4. Is there a fee or any hidden costs for taking this course?

No, the course is completely free and there are no hidden costs. All the course materials, including lectures, assignments, and exams, are provided at no cost.

5. Will I receive a certificate upon completion of the course?

MIT offers a verified certificate for a fee, which can be obtained by completing all assignments and exams with a passing grade. However, it is not necessary to pay for the certificate to take the course and gain knowledge.

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