This free online certificate course in Operations Management, Strategy and Product Design will expose you to the important techniques and practices in operations management and will help you learn how to apply these techniques and practices in the designing of products and services that your customers (and prospective customers) will need. Start your learning journey today!The main goal of every organization is to make profit. In an effort to achieve this, organizations usually put a lot of time and resources into manufacturing a product or providing a service that prospective consumers will want (or need). The more a product is...

ISO 9000 is a standard that specifically covers the basic terms and concepts of quality management systems (QMS). It is thus generally referred to as the family of QMS standards. This ‘family’ is designed to help companies to comply with and exceed the needs of customers and other stakeholders. This course also explains the ISO 9000 singular standard along with a precise overview of standards covered by the ISO 9000 family.ISO 9000:2015 standard covers the fundamentals of quality management systems (QMS), along with the eight quality management principles on which the ISO 9000 family of standards is built. In comparison,...

This free online course on macroeconomics describes the flow of resources within an economy and explores the factors surrounding demand, supply and equilibrium. It also demonstrates the relationship between gross domestic product and economic well being. By the end, you will be able to describe and understand the circular flow of income within an economy and understand the impact of macroeconomics.This course begins with an extensive discussion of two key economic aspects - supply and demand - and shows how supply curves and schedules fluctuate based on the effects of prices and quantity changes. This is followed by a discussion...

This free online course offers you a comprehensive guide to the fundamental principles of electricity and explains how they apply at sea to power marine electrical technologies. We describe safety measures that prevent shock and protect electrical circuits. We then examine electrical distribution systems and performance tests to provide you with the skills you need to work onboard a ship or as a maritime engineer.This free online course provides an in-depth and practical understanding of the principles of electricity that affect battery maintenance and electric currents. We delve into electric distribution systems, performance tests and the maintenance of electrical equipment....

It is important to understand the various procedures and instruments needed for measuring atmospheric pressure and the quantity of water vapour present in the atmosphere when sailing ships. If you want to become a seaman, this course on shipborne meteorological instruments and their diverse applications is crucial to add to your repertoire. Learn to handle different shipborne devices and study the modes of heat transfer in the atmosphere.This course has been specially prepared to teach you about shipborne meteorological instruments. When working with shipborne meteorological instruments, it is crucial to learn about preventive measures. If you measure the weather, you...

Dealing with various kinds of people in various settings forms part of most lines of work, but not more so than in Business Administration. This free online course covers the essential elements of dealing with customers and teams within the business environment, how to make the most of these professional relationships and how to build and sustain an efficient and effective work environment in order to optimize productivity.Explore the world of business administration with a focus on working with customers and teams - something you will constantly need to do in this critical business support field. This free online course,...

What is the function and responsibility of the immune system in defending against the threat of pathogens? In this free course, you will learn about the components of the immune system that play a significant role in both innate and adaptive immunity. Study the proliferation of lymphocytes for generating effector cells and creating immunological memory. Further, the vital role of T-cells in orchestrating cell-mediated immunity, is also discussed.This free online course introduces you to the basics of immunology and the overall notion of the immune system. You will learn about the components of the immune system that play a significant...

Military history plays a significant role in showcasing how wars fought in the past impact the future. This free online course will teach you the elements of ancient warfare and the causes and effects of the World Wars. You will also discover the qualities of an effective military leader and how they influence wars. Learn the methods and techniques of land warfare, the importance of naval warfare, advances in military technology and much more.The World Wars were the most devastating events of the 20th century. This course will introduce you to the diversity of military experience and the characteristics of...

In this free online time management course, you will learn how to get years of your life back. This training can help you excel in almost every area of your life because you will learn new ways to be more productive every day, study how to beat one of the biggest ‘time killers’, discover how to consume information more quickly, find time-saving apps, learn the power of focus and much more.How do busy and accomplished professionals across all fields manage their time effectively and efficiently? The first part of this free course will focus on defining your goals and productivity...

This course will explore the history, functions and science of public health. First, we will examine the role of government in public health, including its significant branches such as population and informatics. Next, we will discuss the meaningful epidemiologic functions, the measurement of disease incidence and the study of disease outbreaks. In addition, we will learn about public health ethics and human rights.In this course, ‘Introduction to Public Health’, we will learn the basic concept of public health and its related areas. Then, we will discuss how public health interventions can help us implement effective strategies and healthy lifestyles for...