2-PDH Courses
3 Easy Steps to Complete Your Course

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This is a three-part course sequence that describes the methods commonly used to evaluate the cause(s) of metallurgical and mechanical failures, i.e., completing root-cause failure analyses (RCFA), and recommending actions to prevent recurrences. The process is often known as forensic engineering. The procedures may be applied in legal cases in which the professional engineer doing the RCFA acts as an expert witness. However, here the primary emphasis is on finding the physical cause of metallic material failures and related engineering tasks.

The three courses may be taken separately or as a group. In general, the information in the cases histories in Part C. is built on knowledge given in Parts A. and B. plus facts provided in Course 110, Corrosion Control and Tactics. Alternatively, some P.E.s may have previous knowledge and work experience with RCFA's of metallic materials and choose less than all three courses.

Part A. describes typical steps and procedures used in a thorough RCFA, some common classes of generic issues that can cause metallic failures, and some of the typical analytical and test techniques that are used to characterize the properties of metals that have failed. Brief comparisons are described between the usual responsibilities of the failure analyst in a legal case versus his or her actions in conducting a RCFA that does not involve legal action.

Part B. describes four common classes of specific failure mechanisms that often occur in metallic part or mechanical component failures, i.e., static stress overload, mechanical fatigue, corrosion and wear. Most of these classes of failures have multiple subclasses and each is reviewed in some detail with emphasis on how these characteristics point to effective corrective actions that may be useful. The many forms of aqueous corrosion are given special attention because of the widespread occurrence and effects of this class of failures.

Part C. provides descriptions of (6) case histories of metallurgical and mechanical failures that were completed. The objective is to provide practical examples of how the RCFA procedures and knowledge of different failure mechanisms presented in Parts A. and B. plus general engineering experience might be used. Several illustrations (sketches and photomicrographs) of the details of the cases are included. Also, a short list is provided of other RCFA examples a failure analyst working with metallurgical or mechanical failures might encounter.

058-HVAC Design - Fundamentals

(4.7) 83 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course in the fundamentals of HVAC system selection, sizing, and design will benefit design professionals including engineers, architects, and designers, as well as those involved in facility management and maintenance. The material includes helpful charts and tables to assist with everyday HVAC design tasks. Upon completion of this course, you will have a better understanding of the basic principles involved in HVAC system selection, sizing, and design.

The course begins with a comprehensive review of the various types of HVAC systems, including the advantages and disadvantages of each one. From there, HVAC system selection is covered. This looks at factors such as project type and size, system maintenance considerations, energy efficiency, aesthetics, performance and client expectations. The section on HVAC system sizing covers calculation programs and input requirements, make-up air, ventilation outside air, space pressurization, supply air conditions, and equipment sizing guidelines.

HVAC system design is the main thrust of the course. Subjects include sizing and layout of ductwork and piping, code research, energy code calculations, equipment location, coordination with other design professionals, specification of equipment and materials, HVAC controls, and — the final product of the HVAC design — preparation of the drawings and specifications. Along the way, Mr. Ballew interjects thoughtful insights from his years of experience as a design engineer. Everything from meeting architects' expectations and project deadlines, to time-saving tips on performing load calculations. HVAC Design — Fundamentals of System Selection, Sizing, and Design is a valuable resource that no design professional should be without.

302-HVAC Design & Cooling Towers

(4.8) 22 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course in HVAC Design — Cooling Towers will benefit design professionals including engineers, architects, and designers, as well as those involved in facility management and maintenance. Upon completion of this course, you will have a better understanding of the principles involved in cooling tower sizing and selection as well as the design of related systems.

We begin by embarking on a journey where you are in charge of inventing the modern cooling tower. Along the way we review basic cooling tower operating principles. From there we take a look at all of the various types of cooling towers. Then we dive into the specifics of mechanical applications, piping arrangements, system design and redundancy. The text is filled with useful examples and colorful illustrations.

In the hands-on design section we cover cooling tower sizing, siting and location, code requirements, and construction materials. Next we study the unique nature of open systems, then delve into the details of pump sizing, cooling tower water consumption, filtration, and water treatment. HVAC Design — Cooling Towers is a valuable resource that no design professional should be without.

085-Introduction to Daylighting

(4.7) 27 Reviews

2 $45.00

094-A Gentle Introduction to Ultra-wide Band (UWB) Radio Technology

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course provides the basic understanding of daylighting, beginning from its origins: the history of its use throughout time, why we stopped using daylight for its benefits and why we are seeing resurgence.

Successful integrated building design includes utilizing daylight for its positive benefits, and which may include lowering energy costs by reducing the required HVAC system size of a building, a closer connection with the outside for those working and living in a building, and reducing environmental impact, specifically carbon emissions.

Daylighting may contribute to a building achieving LEED certification, and this course discusses the LEED system, version 3, and the rating systems under Building Design and Construction (BD+C) and Existing Building: Operations and Maintenance (EBOM).

(4.2) 13 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This well illustrated course provides a gentle introduction to Ultra-wide band (UWB) radio technology that contrasts UWB specific characteristics with conventional narrow band radio characteristics. The treatment focuses on concepts rooted in the historical development of wireless technology. We trace early wide-band wireless on its march to conventional narrow radio, and then to increasing signal bandwidths to take advantage of performance improvements inherent to wide bandwidths. We observe wireless technology mature, and culminate in today's UWB technology. We will see how UWB signals can coexist with other systems. A simple UWB transmitter will be shown, and system performance will be explained. Finally we will investigate the potential applications space for UWB technology.

097-Cell Phone and RF Exposure Awareness

(5) 16 Reviews

2 $45.00

262-An Introduction to Pavement Construction - Part 2 - Asphalt

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

The objective of this course is to raise awareness and understanding of human exposure to, and safety considerations of Radio Frequency (RF) and electromagnetic (EM) fields from transmitters and antennas such as cellphones and mobile phones, which are among the most prevalent transmitting devices with which people come into contact. We will explore the origins of RF exposure standards, and see how they have evolved. Technical terms will be explained and concepts will be clarified with analogies to familiar experiences. The course is relevant to everyone who operates or uses a portable transmitting device, and is especially relevant to those who work with radio transmitters and antennas.

(4.1) 22 Reviews

2 $45.00

360-Sightline Control Basics for Geo-Pointing and Locating - Part 3

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

A brief introduction to asphalt pavement construction covering pavement types, ingredients and mix designs, pavement uses, methods of paving, paving equipment, and recent changes in the industry and their benefits.

After completion, the reader should have a basic understanding of the standard methods of asphalt paving and the associated equipment needed. Additionally, which construction methods and equipment choices are more suitable for specific pavement types and applications. Lastly, what latest technological, social, and economic factors are changing the traditional perception of asphalt pavement and are making asphalt pavement a more desirable choice to alternate paving types.

From better understanding of the construction methods, engineers can account for better access and staging areas, and more efficient paving designs to suit a construction method that is advantageous to the project.

169-Design of Drywells

(4.5) 84 Reviews

2 $45.00

Add 5-Course Set & SAVE 20% Add Course to Cart

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course is intended for engineers who are involved in land use projects requiring stormwater management. It will be useful for the design of both small and large-scale projects and especially on sites where space is at a premium.

The overall objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive guide to drywell design. It will provide information from the initial design phase right up through the installation of the drywell. In addition, it will provide the user with a guide as to how to size and locate a drywell as well as providing a discussion of where and when these features should or should not be used. Finally, it will guide the engineer through the necessary soil testing to properly locate and size the drywell.

No reviews yet.

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: Provide design algorithm approach for geo-pointing and locating providing a basis more detailed design

Course Description:

This final part of the course discusses sensor characteristics and requirements for geo-location image geo-registration, as described in Part 2.0 section 4.0 of the course. The focus is primarily on cameras and sensors whose response is in the visible and near infrared wavelength spectrum. Sensor characteristics that drive sensitivity and noise as well as camera sensor and optics parameters that determine scene coverage and resolution are all reviewed in this section. In total the three part course should provide an overview of geo-pointing and locating sufficient to plan for such an application and detailed design areas that require further investigation and study to perform an actual design.

188-Fundamentals of Site Grading Design

(4.6) 120 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course is developed to identify the fundamentals of site grading to those who are not experienced with site grading design, as well as a refresher to anyone who has worked in Civil Engineering and/or Land Development. Site grading is an important skill for any Civil Engineer to master associated with their required drainage design.

This course is intended to provide engineers, designers, and contractors with an introductory knowledge of grading terminology, some basic methods associated with grading, some guidelines / rules of thumb associated with grading and why they exist, as well as exposure to some problem areas that an engineer should pay special attention to when they perform grading design.

The student of this course should be able to approaching site grading with confidence that they have been exposed to the basics.

309-Spacecraft Payloads

(4.6) 5 Reviews

2 $45.00

Add 6-Course Set & SAVE 20% Add Course to Cart

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course is recommended for:

All engineering disciplines

Since this is a fundamentals (breadth) level course, professional engineers in any discipline can benefit from this course.

The main objective of this course seeks to answer the following question:

What is the purpose of a spacecraft as identified by its payload subsystem?

226-Introduction to Thermal Imaging

(4.6) 21 Reviews

2 $45.00

253-A Practical Design Guide for Welded Connections, Part 1 - Basic Concepts and Weld Symbols.

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

Modern day technology allows us to see in the dark. Thermal imaging is the technology that identifies and records images that are not visible by the human eye by using specialized equipment. These images represent the infrared radiation emitted by the object.

This course will provide a background on the discovery of infrared energy and an overview of the electromagnetic spectrum. It will define key terms and concepts related to thermal imaging. It will explain the types of thermal imaging equipment and night vision technologies.

Traditionally used in military and security operations, thermal imaging has expanded to other industries. Examples will be provided for the application of thermal imaging in the manufacturing and healthcare industries as well as building inspections. Finally, this course will distinguish between the levels of professional certifications for thermographers.

(4.8) 87 Reviews

2 $45.00

254-A Practical Design Guide for Welded Connections, Part 2 - Analysis and Design

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

Welded connections are used in many mechanical and structural applications. Fundamental knowledge of how to design welded connections is critical for engineers. This course provides a thorough, but easy to understand, approach that explains the essential details of weld analysis and design. The material presented in this course is at an introductory level, covering what every engineer should know about welded connections, and no prior understanding of welded connections is required. However, a general understanding of mechanics of materials (primarily basic stress and torsion) is helpful for this course.

This course is divided into 2 parts.Part 1 of this course largely focuses on the foundational knowledge of welding symbols. It is critical for engineers and designers to understand the proper use of welding symbols because they serve as communication between the designer and the fabricator.

Part 2 covers topics on the analysis and design of welded joints. The section covers the two main types of welded connections, fillet welds and groove welds, as they make up nearly 95% of all welded joints used in mechanical applications. Direct loading applications and eccentrically loaded applications are covered.

(4.7) 61 Reviews

2 $45.00

260-Introduction to Manufacturing Methods for Metals Part 1-Casting and Forging Methods

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course is divided into 2 parts. Part 1 of this course largely focuses on the foundational knowledge of welding symbols. It is critical for engineers and designers to understand the proper use of welding symbols because they serve as communication between the designer and the fabricator.

Part 2 covers topics on the analysis and design of welded joints. The section covers the two main types of welded connections, fillet welds and groove welds, as they make up nearly 95% of all welded joints used in mechanical applications. Direct loading applications and eccentrically loaded applications are covered.

(4.9) 17 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

Many engineers work in areas related to product design. In product design it is very important to understand the manufacturability of parts. The cost of a part is greatly influenced by the method of production, so engineers need to have a good knowledge of the available methods. Engineers need to do product design so that the product will function properly, but they also need to design the part for the particular manufacturing method utilized. In other words, the engineer should design the part with a specific manufacturing process in mind.

This course provides a general overview of manufacturing processes related to metals. Focus is placed on comparing the advantages and disadvantages of different methods to help engineers determine which method to use for a specific product. The manufacturing methods covered in part 1 of this course are casting and forging. No previous knowledge of manufacturing methods is required for this course.

303-Pressure Vessels - Thin and Thick-Walled Stress Analysis

(5) 8 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

Pressure vessels are very common in industry with examples such as pipes, water towers, hydraulic cylinders, and boilers. It is important for engineers to understand stresses developed in pressure vessels when subjected to internal or external pressure loads. This course provides a general introduction to understanding stresses in thin-walled and thick-walled pressure vessels. Though some theory is provided, the course focuses on applications of stress equations. Failure theories are discussed for brittle and ductile materials. The failure theories are used to discuss design of pressure vessels.

A general understanding of mechanics of materials is required for this course. Equations of stress and strain are used to develop equations for pressure vessels. Concepts of principal stresses are used for failure theories.

This course covers the basic stress analysis of pressure vessels and does not cover specific design codes for pressure vessels due to the vast types of applications. The reader should consult any appropriate codes, such as ASME Code Section VIII, for more details.

289-Shoring and Reshoring Fundamentals

(4.4) 18 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

"Shoring and Reshoring Fundamentals" provides an overview of what every engineer and construction professional should know about shoring, reshoring, and backshoring. The user will learn common terms, the difference between shoring, reshoring, and backshoring and why the distinction is important. At the end of the course, the user will have a basic understanding of the various materials used in shoring and reshoring as well as a basic grasp of the concrete construction sequencing. This course is written to appeal to a wide range of engineering professionals and no special prerequisites should be required.

312-Residential Subdivisions Planning and Design Elements

(5) 21 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

The purpose of this course is to provide the individual with a basic understanding of the planning and design elements that are involved in the residential subdivision development process. The reader will learn what types of agencies should be contacted, some common sources of information and what components are generally presented in the final design.

There is no prerequisite knowledge for this course. Some familiarity with land infrastructure items is helpful but not necessary.

329-Mooring Field Layout and Design

(4.4) 10 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course has been designed to provide a background and broad overview of mooring systems and their components, as well show the design process behind laying out a mooring field. Moorings provide for easy and secure vessel tie up in areas of transient boat users or in locations in which berths or slips are not available. The advantage of a mooring over anchoring the vessel is that the moorings are typically selected based on the harbor bottom sediment types and are weighted and/or secured to better hold and secure various types of vessels in that area. When properly designed and laid out, a mooring field will represent a safer, more manageable harbor area, with less disruption and damage to the seabed, and less chance of damage between vessels.

366-Resiliency Strategies for Smaller Scale Sites

(4.5) 2 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

The purpose of this course is to explore different options that are available for helping to make smaller scale sites more resilient and adapted to better handle the larger, more frequent storm events. Resiliency is usually thought of being done at a much larger scale; municipalities and states implementing large scale strategies that are focused at making their target areas more resilient and less susceptible to large storm events or rising sea levels. Those large-scale resiliency projects are often complicated and very expensive; therefore, it doesn�t seem like there is much that can be done on a smaller site. In the course, however we will exam some of the ideas and strategies that are implemented on a large scale and see how they can be scaled down to be viable on a smaller site. We will also review other strategies that can be implemented to make a site better situated to withstand or minimize the impact of a large storm event. It may not be feasible to completely protect a site and its infrastructure by itself, however we will review design strategies and actions that can mitigate or reduce impacts from large storm events, flooding, and sea level rise. There are both physical and operational changes for almost every budgetary range that can be made to make a site more resilient and better protected from rising sea levels, flooding and larger, more frequent storm events.

357-Transformers - What Every Engineer Should Know

(4.5) 28 Reviews

2 $45.00

361-Motor Control Part 1 - The Basics of Protection and Control

Course Objectives: The purpose of the course is to give non Electrical and novice Electrical engineers a basic understanding of transformers.

Course Description:

The course starts with the basic theory of operation to simple calculations and then considerations when specifying a transformer.

(4.4) 24 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is intended to provide training and education about the following topics, along with an introduction to applicable codes and standards.
1. The basics of AC induction motors
2. The purpose and function of a motor starter
3. Components of motor starter power circuits
4. Basics of motor control

Course Description:

This course has been updated in January 2021 to improve the content, clarity, and readability. This course is intended to be introductory training about motor starters and control for AC induction motors. It covers the basic functionality and ratings for motor contactors, overload relays and short-circuit protection. Power and control circuits are explained along with references to applicable codes and standards.

381-Motor Control Part 2 - Reduced Voltage Starters

(4.8) 10 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is intended to provide training and education about the following topics.
1. Understanding the starting characteristics of AC induction motors
2. Problems that can be caused by full-voltage starters
3. Understanding the functions and benefits of 5 methods for reduced voltage starters

Course Description:

This course is intended for electrical, mechanical, plant engineers and others who are interested in the use and application of reduced voltage starters. This course provides guidance in the selection between the options for reduced voltage starters based on operating starting and operating characteristics.

378-Water Storage Tanks

(4.8) 43 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: Convey the key elements involved in the design and operation of water storage tanks

Course Description:

This course provides a practical understanding of the design and operation of finished water storage tanks and reservoirs. Storage tanks serve a critical role in ensuring the reliable supply of high pressure potable water to communities. They are also financially beneficial as they decrease the size of required pumping facilities and reduce energy consumption.

This course covers the following aspects of water storage tank design:

Purpose and function of water storage tanks
Regulations and industry standards
Elevated versus ground storage tank
Tank sizing and turnover
Tank location and configuration
Mixing considerations
Features such as overflows, drains, and vents
Regular Inspection

Haga clic en Aquí para la versión en ESPAÑOL de este curso.

394-Motor Control Part 3 - AC Variable Speed Drives

(4.7) 6 Reviews

2 $45.00

Purchase Course From PDH Academy

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is intended to provide training and education about the following topics:
1. Benefits of using AC adjustable speed drives
2. How an adjustable speed drive controls motor speed
3. The components included in an adjustable speed drive
4. How the motor load type affects drive selection, overload capabilities and energy savings
5. Options for sources of control
6. System installation considerations

Course Description:

This course is intended for electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, plant engineers and others who are interested in the use and application of AC variable frequency drives (VFD). This course provides a description of the benefits of using VFDs, how to select a VFD, the characteristics of three types of loads, how VFDs change the speed of a motor and installation considerations.

412-Airport Engineering - Part I - Fundamentals

(4.8) 9 Reviews

2 $45.00

Add 5-Course Set & SAVE 20% Add Course to Cart

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

As essential components of modern travel, airports are networks for private, commercial, and public travelers. These courses offer an overview of airport engineering and design for those who wish to become more familiar with airport projects. The first of three, this course addresses particular topics such as common airport features, the FAA, design considerations, and aircraft classifications. With lots of eye-catching photos, this introductory course will certainly keep you interested and inform you of the factors involved in airport design.

413-Florida Building Code 7th Edition: Advanced Course

No reviews yet.

2 $79.00

Course Objectives: To gain an understanding of many of the changes from the Florida Building Code 6th Edition to the Florida Building Code 7th Edition.

Course Description:

Credit Hours: 2

Approval Number: 981.0

This course discusses many highlights and changes from the previous Florida Code 6th Edition. It is important to note that the Florida Building Code 6th Edition was based off of the 2015 International Building Code while the Florida Building Code 7th Edition was based off the 2018 International Building Code. The 7th edition was adopted on December 31, 2020.

This course is designed to cover some of the significant changes for the 6th edition to the 7th edition. However, it does not cover every change between the codes. Building professionals will have their own areas of expertise making it essential that every engineer carefully study the code section most affecting their professional practice.

420-Electrical Power Distribution Part 1 - Fundamentals

(5) 9 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is intended to provide training and education about the following topics: 1. Basic components in an AC electrical power distribution system 2. Measured values related to electrical power distribution (voltage, current, power, power factor and energy) 3. Electrical energy charges and billing 4. Electrical safety

Course Description:

This course is intended for electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, plant engineers and others who are interested in gaining an understanding of electrical power systems. This course provides a description of the major components in electrical power systems and the measured values associated with the system and components. It also provides an overview of energy billing to understand factors that impact the life-cycle costs of operations. In addition, there is an explanation of basic electrical safety and protective devices.

441-How To Read Shipbuilding Drawings (Part 1)

(4) 3 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This Continuing Education course is written for Professional Engineers and others who are designing, or want to design, successful floating vessels.

Course Description:

This course is intended to show the drawings that are specific to shipbuilding, where to find what information, and how to read them. The following topics are covered:

General items Common To Other Engineering and Architectural Drawings
Reference Axes Used In Shipbuilding
Glossary of Terms Used For Shipbuilding
Symbols Used In Shipbuilding
Drawings Produced in the Preliminary Phase of Design (Part 1)

446-Airport Engineering - Part IV - Lighting & NAVAIDs

(5) 2 Reviews

2 $45.00

Add 5-Course Set & SAVE 20% Add Course to Cart

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

The fourth course in the series, this document addresses airport lighting systems and NAVAIDs. This lesson will inform you of the features and requirements of airfield visual aids and familiarize you with federal standards. Upon completion, you will know about the various arrangements of airfield lighting systems and navigation aids and their uses.

449-Basic Ship Types & Their Uses (Part 2)

No reviews yet.

3 $67.50

456-Heavy Civil Construction Safety - Part 1. Rules and Roles of OSHA & MSHA

Course Objectives: This Continuing Education course is written for Professional Engineers and others who are designing, or want to design, successful floating vessels.

Course Description:

This course is intended to show the many types of ships that are operating in the marine business, both as a guide to design and as an aid to identifying the varying types of ships that one may see. The following topics are covered:

Aircraft Carriers
Amphibious Assault Carriers
Amphibious Assault Ships
Battleships
Cruisers
Destroyers
Frigates
Littoral Combat Ships
Corvettes
Patrol Boats
Landing Craft

(5) 1 Review

2 $45.00

457-Heavy Civil Construction Safety - Part 2. Personal Protective Equipment

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course is part of the Series of courses on Heavy Civil Construction Safety. It is the intent of this series of courses to provide the reader with a sound knowledge base of the fundamentals of safety so they can be considered one of the Industry’s Competent Safety Personnel. Supervisory engineering responsibilities require this type of training so leaders can help the staff they oversee avoid accidents.

The series of courses will attempt to make this material easy to read and understand. It does not go into any depth on technical subjects but will provide enough material for the reader to be aware of the fundamentals in a wide variety of subject areas. Course Topics of this series may include: General OSHA and MSHA Responsibilities, Personal Protection, Hand and Power Tools, Ladders and Scaffolds, Excavation and Trenches, Equipment operations, Crane Safety, Rigging Safety, Traffic Control, Fire Protection, & Equipment Transporting

This first course: Rules & Roles of OSHA & MSHA discusses the similarities and differences between these two governing agencies, and their respective requirements for project safety. The goal of this first section is to familiarize the reader with the basic policies and procedures of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This material will include OSHA inspections, citations, a brief overview of recordkeeping practices, and similar subjects. OSHA’s & MSHA’s purposes provide an essential role in the prevention of accidents, and they deserve our respect and assistance in their function.

The purpose of this course is to help engineers who design heavy civil construction items understand the processes of construction to make their designs safer, more timely, cost effective, and with better quality. After completion the reader should have a basic understanding of the ssfety requirements needed to construct their designs. From better understanding of the construction methods, engineers can account for better access and staging areas, and more efficient designs to suit a construction method that is advantageous to the project.

Lastly, safety must be a constant focus of every operation. Because of the variability of Heavy Civil Construction Projects, they are often chosen to be constructed in some of the most adverse and inaccessible areas imaginable. Working with extreme weights, at excessive heights, in adverse conditions, and around large equipment requires safety diligence from every stakeholder. Please be safe.

(4) 1 Review

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

The goal of this second course is to review personal protective equipment needs. The material will include general discussions of the various equipment available and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards which govern their use. This course of construction safety should provide easier reading than other areas of construction safety and serves as a good starting point in introducing specific OSHA Standards which relate to our work.

461-How Do You Start To Design A Ship?

No reviews yet.

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This Continuing Education course is written for Professional Engineers and others who are Naval Architects and Marine Engineers, or are interested in learning how Naval Architects and Marine Engineers start to design a ship.

Course Description:

This course is intended to show the steps to designing a successful ship in the Preliminary stage of design.

This course covers:

The Design Spiral method of design
The Concurrent Design method
Particulars
Coefficients of Form
Block Coefficient
Midship Coefficient
Prismatic Coefficient
Vertical Prismatic Coefficient
Waterplane Coefficient
Volumetric Coefficient
Selection of Machinery Type
Powering, Resistance, and Propulsion
Range and Fuel Capacity
Weight Estimate
Hydrostatics and Stability

468-Ohio Engineering Laws and Rules 2022 - 2023 Biennium

No reviews yet.

2 $45.00

469-Electrical Power Distribution Part 2 - Drawings, Symbols & Studies

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course presents Ohio laws and rules regarding professional engineers, the practice of engineering, engineering firms, renewal of registration, the state board of professional engineers and surveyors, and disciplinary actions of the state board. This course is tailored to the registered professional engineer in the 2022 – 2023 biennium seeking credit for the ethics/ laws and rules requirement. Upon successful completion of this course, the participant will earn two hours of the required two hours in professional ethics or rules relevant to the practice of engineering.

(5) 4 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is intended to provide training and education about the following topics:

Types of electrical engineering drawings used in project development, construction, and system maintenance
Information that can be found on electrical engineering drawings
Symbols and notes used on electrical engineering drawings
Types of electrical engineering studies, their purposes and uses

Course Description:

This course is intended for electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, plant engineers and others who are interested in gaining an understanding of electrical power systems. The course describes several types of drawings used to convey information about an electrical power system. It explains the information that can be found on the drawings, how the information can be used, and the symbols that are used on these drawings. The most common power systems studies are presented along with the information required to perform the studies and how the output of the studies can be used to confirm proper equipment ratings, proper equipment settings, and clarify hazards that may be present around electrical power systems.

470-What Every Engineer Should Know about Surveying, Part 1

(4.8) 14 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: The objective of this course is to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge of use of surveying instruments, surveying measurements, levelling, topographic surveys, and construction surveys.

Course Description:

This course is divided into four (4) parts:

Part 1: Basics of Surveying: Basic concepts, measurements of distances and angles, types and classes of surveys, surveying instrumentation, methods of linear measurement, types of measurements, chains, tapes, standard conditions for use of steel tapes, taping accessories and their use. General principles of EDMI operation, level, theodolite, total stations. Field procedures for total stations in topographic surveys, surveying applications, and field notes.

Part 2: Measurements and Computations: Units of measurements, Methods of linear measurement, types of measurements. Horizontal angle, horizontal distance, vertical angle, vertical distance. accuracy and precision, errors and mistakes, accuracy ratio, stationing, location methods, accuracy and precision, errors and mistakes, accuracy ratio. Measure horizontal distance, Identify and use different measurements, identify equipment of horizontal measurement, Identify the sources of errors and corrective actions.

Part 3: Leveling: Definitions, types of leveling staff, leveling operations, techniques of leveling, benchmark. Leveling (vertical control survey), profile and cross-section leveling, reciprocal leveling, peg test, errors in leveling, contours and their characteristics, various methods of Contouring. Contour intervals, spot elevations, contour properties, locating contours, existing and proposed grading plans. Examples of leveling and calculations. Angles and Directions: Horizontal and vertical angles, meridians, types of horizontal angles, azimuths, bearing, relationship between bearings and azimuths. Reverse directions, azimuth and bearings computations, magnetic declination, types of compasses.

Part 4: Traverse Surveys: Open and closed traverses, latitude and departures, computation of error of closure, and the accuracy of a traverse, traversing with total station instruments. Rules of adjustment, effects of traverse adjustments on the original data, computation of omitted measurements, area of closed traverse methods, use of computer programs. Calculations and examples for traversing, area, angles, bearing, and distances. Calculations and examples for traversing, area, angles, bearing, and distances. Construction Surveying: Learning Objectives, Introduction, Setting out a Peg on a Specified Distance and Bearing, Setting Out Small Buildings, Sewer and Tunnel Construction, Exercise.

472-What Every Engineer Should Know About Hardness Testing

(5) 4 Reviews

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course explains the various types of material hardness testing an engineer may encounter. The methods covered include Rockwell, Brinell, Mohs, Vickers, Knoop, and Shore. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to identify and explain each of the aforementioned tests and understand why each method is utilized in industry.

481-3D Printing for Engineers

(5) 2 Reviews

2 $45.00

492-Systems: Tectonic & Hydrologic - Field Study Observations & Interpretations - Part 2

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

3D printing is taking the manufacturing world by storm. This course offers engineers a basic introduction to the many facets of 3D printing. Materials, techniques, and integration into engineering processes are explored. Learn about 3D printing history, terminology, and even 10 of the strangest objects ever printed! With lots of eye-catching photos, this introductory course will certainly keep you interested and inform you of the factors involved in 3D printing.

No reviews yet.

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: The main objective of this course is to show how tectonic and hydrologic systems can be studied in the field by observations and interpretations.

Course Description:

This course demonstrates how tectonic and hydrologic systems have shaped our landscapes of today. Based on my field study observations and interpretations, this course attempts to recreate the petrogenesis of the Cumberland Valley dike over the last 540 million years. Petrogenesis is the branch of study under petrology that covers a rocks origin and its past. The Cumberland Valley dike is composed of the igneous rock ‒ diabase.

495-Sketching for Engineers

(5) 1 Review

2 $45.00

502-Basics of Energy, Momentum, and Power for All Engineers - Part 1 – Basics of Energy

Course Objectives: This continuing education course is written specifically for professional engineers with the objective of relating to and enhancing the practice of engineering.

Course Description:

This course is an introduction to sketching for engineers who want to be able to draw their thoughts on paper in a quick, easy way. This is not a drafting class. This course is part art class, part engineering school, and part physical training. It’s not precise, and it’s not accurate. But it is fun, and very useful as an engineer. You’ll learn about basic tools and materials, drawing features, perspective, shadows, and scale. By the end of it, you’ll have what you need to convey your ideas on paper with clarity and skill.

No reviews yet.

2 $45.00

Course Objectives: The objective of this course is to provide a broad conceptual understanding of energy as it applies to all disciplines of engineering. This will include a familiarity with both Imperial and Metric systems when dealing with energy related problems.

Course Description:

Energy and power are basic to all engineering disciplines. Part 1 of this course provides an overview of energy concepts and principles. As such, it will be very broad and not too deep. The various types of mechanical energy will be covered in detail, as well as thermal, radiation, elastic and hydraulic energy. Content and example problems will be presented using both Metric and Imperial units. Part 2 will continue by covering the related subjects of power and momentum. This course is intended for engineers, not physicists. Derivation of equations will only be used where useful.

508-Moore's Law: Rise of the Machines

No reviews yet.

2 List: $45.00
Sale: $17.95

Special Price Offer: expires at midnight on 09/29/23.

Course Objectives:

Course Description:

Moore's Law is a term used to describe the increase in computing power over time. Moore's Law is the observation that the number of transistors on an integrated circuit (or microprocessor) doubles every two years. This course describes how Moore’s Law has proven true for the past fifty years and discusses how the computing industry will have one of two fates. Either the increase in computing power over time will eventually level off due to physical limitations or further advances in computing power will allow processing power to exponentially increase. Could this exponential increase in processing power eventually lead to a technological singularity?

Learning Objective

At the conclusion of this course the student will learn:

•    the definition of Moore's Law
•    how Moore's Law has affected the semiconductor industry
•    what visionaries say about the future of technology
•    the definition of a technological singularity

Intended Audience

This course is intended for all engineers.

Course Introduction

Advances in technology throughout human history have never been as evident as the advances in computer technology in the latter half of the twentieth century and the early part of the twenty-first century. Technological progress is no longer seemingly liner; it is clearly exponential. The trend in the increase in computational power is predicted by Moore's Law.

A transistor is a tiny semiconductor device used to switch electronic signals. A transistor is a simple digital switch. When used in a digital circuit the transistor is either on or off.

Logic gates build on the switching power of a transistor to make more complex building blocks. A logic gate is the fundamental building block for a digital integrated circuit, and the fundamental building block for a logic gate is the transistor. Logic gates include AND, OR, NOT, NAND, NOR, XOR. All of these logic gates can be built using only NAND gates. This simplifies and reduces the complexity of integrated circuits by only using one basic type of logic gate. NAND gates can be assembled to form flip flops (like the D flip flop); these flip flops are called registers and form the basis of microprocessor cores. The heart of a computer is a microprocessor, and microprocessors are built from logic gates and the basic building block of a logic gate is a transistor.

Course Summary

Moore's Law is a term used to describe the increase in computing power over time. Moore's Law was introduced in 1965 by Gordon Moore. Moore's Law is gauged by the maximum number of transistors on a microprocessor or memory chip at any given point in time. He stated that the number of transistors on an integrated circuit will double approximately every two years. Whether held up by the accuracy of Moore's visionary prediction or driven by industry’s thirst to keep up with the trend in technology, Moore's prediction has proven to be true for almost five decades.

This exponential computing trend has affected all avenues of life including (by not limited to) the following: personal computers, communications, transportation, navigation, agriculture, medical, world finance, education, and social media. Some industry experts believe Moore's Law will reach a fundamental limit within the next few decades, while others expect a revolution in the microprocessor technology to maintain the trend.

Many visionaries feel that we humans will soon reach a point in our existence that can be described as unpredictable and maybe even unsettling. This point in history (if the predictions are true) will be the result of an intelligence explosion caused by a technological singularity. A technological singularity is the point in human history where life or even existence after the event which is based on technological progress is unpredictable or incomprehensible.

These are only predictions though. The fact of the matter is this: we don't know. We don't know enough about consciousness to apply the concept to a machine (yet) if it is even possible...

509-State Machines

No reviews yet.

2 List: $45.00
Sale: $17.95

Special Price Offer: expires at midnight on 09/29/23.

Course Objectives:

Course Description:

An electronic lock, a vending machine, a subway turnstile, a control panel for a microwave oven, a spell checker, a text search application, and the core of a microprocessor all embody a common element. Their behavior can be modeled using a finite state machine. A state machine is a model used in a design to visualize the effects of a sequence of inputs on the state of the system and its output. The behavior of the system is predetermined from its design. A state machine is one of the most common building blocks of modern digital systems.

Learning Objective

At the conclusion of this course the student will learn:
•    When to use a state machine in a design
•    The differences between a Mealy machine and a Moore machine
•    The different components of a state machine
•    The difference between a state diagram and a state table
•    The advantages and disadvantages of a state machine implemented in hardware
•    The advantages and disadvantages of a state machine implemented in software

Intended Audience

This course is intended for all engineers.

Course Summary

A state machine is a model used to describe the behavior of a real world system. State machines are used to solve a large number of problems. They are used to model the behavior of various types of devices such as electronic control devices, parsing of communications protocols and programs that perform text or pattern searches.

State machines may be described using a state diagram and a state table. A state diagram is composed of states, inputs, outputs and transitions between states. A state table describes a state machine with the present state and input on the left and the next state and output on the right.

State machines may be implemented using either a hardware architecture or a software architecture. The advantage of a hardware implementation is that it operates very fast, but it is difficult to modify and usually requires more circuit board space. The advantage of a software implementation is that it is easier to design and modify, but can be slower than the hardware equivalent.

510-Error Detection in Digital Systems

No reviews yet.

2 List: $45.00
Sale: $17.95

Special Price Offer: expires at midnight on 09/29/23.

Course Objectives:

Course Description:

Information theory is a branch of applied mathematics and electrical engineering involving the quantification of information. When Claude Shannon developed information theory in 1948, thus ushering in the information age, he introduced the concept of entropy to information. This entropy or shortage of information in a message is what gives rise to errors in the data. Most communication systems and data storage and processing systems are unreliable to some degree, which means that errors may be introduced in the communications channel or while retrieving data from a memory device. These errors must be controlled.

The purpose of this course is to describe four different error detection techniques and to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each. This course describes the parity check method as well as the checksum and cyclic redundancy check (CRC) methods. It describes hash functions and when they should be employed. This course also briefly discusses error correction techniques.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Learning Objective

At the conclusion of this course the student will learn:
•   Four different error detection techniques
•   How to compute odd parity and even parity for a sequence of bits
•   How to compute a checksum for a given block of data
•   How to compute a CRC for a given block of data
•   The benefits and drawbacks of a parity check, checksum and CRC
•   How a cryptographic hash function is used to ensure the integrity of a software program or electronic document

Intended Audience

This course is intended for all engineers.

Course Introduction

We are exposed to a lot of information every day, from viewing content on a website on the Internet to listening to a song on our smart phone. This information (or data) is constantly stored, transmitted and processed. It is important that the data is correct or relatively error-free. Some amount of error is acceptable, depending on the application. For example, a few bit errors in a music data file in an MP3 format are acceptable, but a few bit errors in the data being transferred to the flight controls of a rocket could be catastrophic.

Course Summary

The use of a parity check is perhaps the simplest form of error detection. With this technique a bit is inserted after a fixed number of bits to maintain either an odd number or an even number of bits. A checksum in which all of the bytes in a given block of data are XORed to produce a checksum value can be appended to a block of data before it is transmitted. When a block of data is received the checksum is recomputed and checked against the one just received with the block of data. Checksums (either ones that are XORed or a running sum) are weak compared to a CRC. A CRC is used in the same manner for error detection as a checksum, but are more robust because the value of the CRC depends on the order of the data.

517-An Introduction to Drip Irrigation Septic Systems

No reviews yet.

2 $45.00

New Course