We strongly recommend that you check out the courses below if you are already involved in or are interested in a career in Oil and Gas. Click the links below to check for special offer details Here are two more courses of relevance that you should check out. Applied Petroleum Reservoir Engineering Instructors: J. Brandon Rogers and Ron Terry Lectures: … [Read more...]
Basic Mechanics: Building a Go-Kart – A Free Course
Have you ever wanted to understand how an engine works? Or what is actually happens when you push on the brake pedal? A go-kart is basically just a stripped-down car, which makes it a great tool for learning how an automobile works. So sit back and enjoy watching the amazing Bucky Roberts as he builds his masterpiece. Along the way, take notes, because even if you don't want … [Read more...]
Free Energy – The Quest For A Perpetual Motion Machine
Perpetual motion machines (i.e., devices that, once set in motion, would continue in motion forever, with no additional energy required) - are they possible? Well, not according to the first and second laws of thermodynamics. First law of thermodynamics: When energy passes, as work, as heat, or with matter, into or out from a system, its internal energy changes in accord with … [Read more...]
Begin Robotics: Test Drive Robots Using Exciting Simulations – A Free Course
We’ve all heard about them, but how many of us know what makes a robot a robot? And can anyone get a robot to do a particular task? Begin Robotics will introduce you to the basics of robot design through a series of simulations that will have you test driving an Eric – our very own University of Reading mobile robot. If you’d like to find out more, but are worried that … [Read more...]
Become a Reservoir Engineer – Petroleum Reservoir Simulations
The Udemy course "Become a Reservoir Engineer (Level-Beginner)" is your step by step guide to becoming an expert in Reservoir Engineering. This course gives a better understanding of reservoir engineering simulation tools. The course is designed to provide a good understanding of reservoir engineering processes, the required data, and the limitations of the engineers' analysis. … [Read more...]
Learn How To Use A 3D Printer – A Free Online Course
The free ALISON online course "How To Use A 3D Printer" introduces you to the hardware and software technology behind 3D printing. It will be of great interest to professionals in the areas of engineering, design and manufacturing who would like to learn more about 3D printing and its applications. It will also be of interest to all learners who would like to learn more about … [Read more...]
Learn Health And Safety Issues Around Managing Noise – Free Course
The ALISON free online course "Health and Safety - Managing Noise at Work" will introduce you to noise management aimed at preventing hearing loss in the workplace. You will also learn about the effects of noise at work. This course also teaches you about noise hazard identification and assessment. This free course will be of great interest to anyone who is planning work … [Read more...]
Learn About Solar Energy – Solar Technology and Its Use Worldwide – Free Course
The world today is facing an energy crisis – as long as the earth’s climate temperature and sea levels continue to rise, a solution to save our planet must be found. Renewable energy is an important part of this solution and, more particularly, so is solar energy. Here are 5 mind-blowing facts about Solar Energy: A HUGE amount of power - sunlight we get in one hour is … [Read more...]
Learn About 3D Printing with Windows 10 – A Free Course
The Alison free online course "3D Printing with Windows 10" introduces you to the world of 3D printing and how it has developed to become an accessible tool for different users and developers. This course will teach you about 3D printing through the use of videos to help you gain a clearer insight into the practical side of how 3D printing works. In the course, you will learn … [Read more...]
Discover The Science Behind Nuclear Energy and its Role in Energy Provision – Free Course
The question of whether we should get electricity from nuclear power remains a tough one for governments all over the world. While it offers a sustainable, low carbon and secure way of meeting our energy needs, big questions surround the economic viability, the perceived dangers and the public acceptability associated with power plant operations and radioactive wastes. Nuclear … [Read more...]
Learn How DevOps Can Bring Significant Benefits To A Business – Free Course
In the Alison free course "Introduction to DevOps" you will be introduced to concepts and practices behind DevOps which can lead to improved customer satisfaction, improved productivity and efficiency, and the increased ability to build the right product by fast experimentation (DevOps is a clipped compound of the words 'development' and 'operations'). You will learn about … [Read more...]
Free Online Course In Construction Safety
This free online course by ALISON explains the Safety Management Pack for construction contractors with 20 or fewer employees (SMP 20). It will help you to plan your work in a safe way and protect your employees and the people around you. By following the simple steps outlined in "Construction Safety - The Safety Management Pack", you can develop your own safety statement and … [Read more...]
Learn About The Risks Involved In Demolition Work – A Free Course
In the free online course "Health and Safety - Risks and Safety in Demolition Work" you will learn about the risks involved in demolition work and how it can be performed in a safe way. It will also introduce you to the risk management process that should be taken to identify any hazards that are associated with demolition work. This free online course will be of great … [Read more...]
Learn About Using Scaffolds Safely In The Workplace – A Free Course
In the ALISON free online course, "Health and Safety for Scaffolds and Scaffolding Work", you will learn about scaffolds and scaffolding work and how important it is for construction sites to have a safe, stable work platform. This course also teaches about the different types of scaffolding, their features, and uses. You will learn common hazards and risk controls that can … [Read more...]
Learn About Basic Electrical Drawings and Test Equipment – Free Course
Installing a safe electrical system begins with a well-planned electrical drawing. Construction projects require work drawings and specifications to guide electricians in installing electrical equipment. Besides being a customer requirement, these plans and drawings provide specific instruction to electricians. Standard symbols and lines are used to represent the different … [Read more...]
Learn About the Practices and Procedures of the Electrical Trade – Free Course
Modern-day life is heavily dependent on electric power. Our technologically driven world comes to a standstill when there is any disruption to this form of energy. In order for our everyday lives to function efficiently, we need a regular and uninterrupted supply of electricity. To ensure this we need electrical engineers and other skilled workers in the field to transmit, … [Read more...]
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