This diploma course introduces you to the architecture and protocols used in network security. We explain the structure and function of local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) and examine key devices like hubs, switches and routers. These allow for efficient communication through a network and this course teaches you everything you need to know to keep that data safe from prying eyes, an invaluable skill in the Information Age.This diploma course discusses the basics of networking and local area networks. We lay out network terminology and explain serial data transfer and internet protocol (IP) addresses as we...

Do you want to enhance your teaching skills and create a more inclusive classroom environment? In this course, you'll learn the secrets of inclusive education and the significance of digital literacy, including the best teaching approaches for every learning situation. Additionally, we'll show you how to engage and motivate learners, devise schemes of work, communicate effectively with students and evaluate your teaching performance.Teaching and learning are about sharing knowledge, experiences, and emotions through communication. With the right approach, anyone can gain a deep understanding of a subject or acquire new skills through teaching. However, ineffective teaching methods can lead to...

This course teaches you everything you need to know to do electrical work on residential, commercial and industrial projects. We all depend on an uninterrupted supply of electrical power in our daily lives so skilled electricians are highly valued professionals. This course lays out the theory behind electricity to explain the practices and procedures you will employ on the job so sign up to gain a valuable new skill and boost your career.This course introduces you to the most common occupational hazards that electricians face, including electric burns and shock. We examine the risks involved when working with tools, equipment,...

This free online course introduces you to the process of implementing sustainable strategies in urban transport systems. You will be taught the significance of good parking management strategies and the factors that drive the trend towards transit-oriented development (TOD). Further, the significance of public bicycle-sharing systems in facilitating the sustainable development of transportation in urban areas is also discussed.This free online course introduces you to the significance of developing affordable, economically viable, people-oriented and environmentally friendly urban transport systems. Firstly, it explains the concept of travel demand management (TDM) and its growing relevance to contemporary transport systems. You then will...

This course introduces you to the International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions and maritime law and teaches you the ILO conventions and how they work. Discover how ILO integrates with the International Maritime Organization (IMO). We will touch briefly on the history of maritime and admiralty law. Learn about the United Nations Convention on the Law of Sea and UNCLOS Maritime Zones, the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act and ship seaworthiness.Understand how the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) work together to solve problems in this introductory course on ILO conventions and maritime law. We teach...

Do you want to improve your leadership skills and manage your business or team remotely? This free course will help you achieve those goals by guiding you through management and decision making, showing you how to take and give feedback, and demonstrating how to manage and defuse potential conflict situations. You will discover how to manage your business and employees remotely to find the right balance between supervision and independence.What is the difference between leadership and management? In the world of business, high-stakes competition is the order of the day. Those who want to thrive need special skills in leadership...

This health and safety course explains how machine-safeguarding practices can prevent machinery-related accidents. The course focuses on hazard identification and risk assessment and shows you how to manage risks using the hierarchy of control measures. The course will also provide an in-depth look at the various types of machine guards and safeguarding devices used to control common machinery hazards and meet international standards.This health and safety course provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of machine guarding. We discuss the various machinery hazards and outline their identification and assessment techniques. The course explains the ‘hierarchy of controls’ used to manage...

This free online gender discrimination course details the key issues and concepts surrounding gender equality and discrimination in the workplace, through a careful study of societal structures and gender ideologies. This course examines topics including legislation on human rights, collective bargaining in workplaces, cultural roles, wage compression and the gender pay gap, highlighting how conscious and unconscious bias can impact us all.The course begins with an introduction to gender discrimination in the workplace and an examination of the gender pay gap, dissecting global statistics, and drawing insights from them. This course further discusses labour force participation, where it points out...

Did you know that some mental health issues are inherited and some others can be induced by negative social interactions like racism or bullying? This psychology course teaches you the basics of mental health disorders. We study the classifications of these ailments and describe their underlying causes. We focus on the symptoms of common psychological disorders like schizophrenia and ADHD and explain how they are treated.Millions of people around the world are victims of mental illnesses. These impact quality of life for sufferers and those around them and, if not treated properly and on time, can lead to severe complications...

This law course explains how solicitors perform their roles in the UK. Legal practitioners play a crucial role in society and their legal skills are highly valued. We examine the key requirements that must be met before you become a solicitor. We then discuss the rigorous code of ethics and professional conduct and explain how to establish and maintain a healthy relationship with clients. Sign up to learn how to succeed as a solicitor in the UK.Do you want to become a solicitor in the UK but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry: we are here to explain all...