Add technical knowledge to your skill set with this free online course where you will learn the preliminary activities in building construction such as the excavation of footing, centre-line marking, and concrete footing readings. The practical demonstration of the most crucial aspects of building construction will be discussed along with some practical tips for innovative thinking so you can kickstart your career in civil engineering.Civil engineers are highly skilled individuals that adopt technological principles and scientific concepts to shape and improve human lives and the environment. The structural excellence of the Empire State Building (USA), Hoover Dam (USA), and Burj...

Setting goals is an integral part of successfully planning and aiming for your future prosperity. Undoubtedly, these must be realistic, achievable, specific and measurable to succeed and accomplish them. This course will therefore help you achieve targets skillfully by teaching the strategies and techniques for setting and completing your objectives. Master the key principles involved in smart goal-setting through the 'GROW' and 'X' models.It is said that ‘a life without an objective is like an aircraft floating in the air, not knowing where to land’. Subsequently, setting goals is essential to reaching your dreams and planning gives you something to...

Technology has affected every area of our lives, including how we learn. Traditional teaching methods are being replaced by e-learning as more people become aware of the multiple advantages of this form of learning. While flexibility and cost savings are the most apparent advantages, numerous benefits are associated with e-learning programmes. This course will teach you how to develop engaging e-learning classes.E-learning models are becoming more popular by the day. We have designed this course to help you develop solid strategies to make your classes intriguing and engaging. We begin by defining ‘instructional systems design’, ‘e-learning’ and ‘blended learning’ and...

This course on performing a navigational watch and record-keeping emphasises the importance of understanding a ship's handling characteristics and bridge equipment. You will gain insights into the basic obligations of the Officer of the Watch for the Bridge and the use of electronic navigation aids during watchkeeping. By the end of this course, you will be better informed about recordkeeping and making correct logbook entries.The Master of the Watch is responsible for the correct execution of the navigation watch and the officer in charge must comply at all times with the requirements of the International Convention for the Safety of...

‘Marine MARPOL Convention on Air Pollution’ is a course that illustrates how to prevent air pollution resulting from ship activities in the marine environment. Learn about the principal causes of air pollution to the marine environment and the main conventions formed to curb these problems caused by the movements of ships. Register for this course today and enhance your knowledge of the Marine MARPOL Convention on air pollution.We use the term ‘marine environment’ to describe our beaches, the entrance to rivers, coral reefs and the seas and oceans. The marine environment encompasses the billions of animals and plants in these...

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....

This free online course on marine refrigeration and climate control teaches you about the concepts of ventilation, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, as well as the preparation of holds for loading refrigerated cargo. You will learn about direct and indirect expansion systems, and will also be able to explain oil contamination in refrigeration systems.Marine Refrigeration and Climate Control is a free online course that begins by introducing you to the concept of ventilation and types of ventilation used on cargo ships, as well as to the different types of ‘sweat’ that occur. Engine room ventilation arrangement, as well as the importance...

This free online Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) course will teach you how the link between the mind, language and behavioral patterns can be adapted to help build confidence, develop better communication skills and reprogram old ways of thinking. You will learn about ‘modeling’ and how by adapting the positive attributes of those you admire you can improve your self-esteem.This free online course, NLP - Neuro Linguistic Programming - Your Ultimate Guide To NLP will guide you through the simple methods of restructuring your thinking to enable you to build your self-esteem, social skills and confidence. NLP is founded on the...

Want to know the difference between a successful ESL teacher from an unsuccessful one? Ever wondered how to overcome the hurdles and difficulties that come with teaching English as a second language? This free online course, The Crucial TEFL Guide will teach you all the strategies, methods, skills, and technical know-how of how to successfully teach ESL with optimal results. You will also learn how to instill the right attitude in your students.This course begins by teaching you what self-evaluation entails with regard to teaching English as a second language. This will enable you to assess your abilities and decisions...

This free online course graces enthusiastic programmers with up-to-date knowledge of the development, principles and methods used to develop applications (apps) in C# with the .NET IDE. You will study the proper usage of C# syntax and variable declarations. Learn about data types and various ways of fixing errors in the .NET IDE. Register for this course today and enhance your programming skills in C#.This free online course provides an in-depth and practical understanding of C# and the NET integrated development environment (.NET IDE). We examine the history and numerous advantages of the .NET platform as a framework for software...