Learning Outcomes

Piping Systems on Ships

Materials for Pipes and Valves

Corrosion in Valves and Pipes

Pipeline Maintenance

Valves on Ships

Lesson Summary

This module introduces you to the important aspects of pipes, fittings and valves used onboard ships. Learners will be familiarized with the pipelines that are used onboard together with the necessary fittings of valves that regulate fluid flow in the pipeline systems. The schematic pipeline diagrams in this module will also show the pumps that are used in creating pressures within the pipeline in transferring various fluids.

Introduction to Pumps

Reciprocating Pump

Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps

Constant Displacement Pumps

Variable Delivery Pump

Rotary Axial Flow Propeller Pumps

Rotary - Centrifugal Pump

This module introduces you to the various types of pumps that are used onboard. You will discuss the basic principles of suction and delivery heads in a pumping system together with the working principles of reciprocating and rotary pumps. In this module, you will also study the components of various pipes and the state of the pumps, along with easy identification of faults in pumps and their maintenance scheme.

First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Introduction to Fans and Blowers

System Characteristics and Fan Laws

Types of Fans and Blowers

Energy Efficiency Opportunities

This module introduces you to the system characteristics of fans and fan laws that are used onboard. You will discuss the basic principles of centrifugal fans and axial fans, the categorization and limitations of fan blade types, and their blade movement. In this module, you will also study the energy efficiency opportunities, along with where the system resistance curve and the fan curve intersect in determining the performance and efficiency of a fan.

Introduction to Heat Exchangers

Types of Heat Exchangers

Introduction to Compressed Air System

Air Compressors

Reciprocating Air Compressors

Air Receiver Bottle

Instrument Control Air System

This module introduces you to the various types of heat exchangers and compressors used on board. You will discuss the basic principles of heat exchange describing fluid flow arrangements and constructional features of tube shell and plate types of heat exchangers, together with principles of compression cycles. You will also study the heat exchanger maintenance and marine instruments used in the control-air installation.

Second Assessment

Diploma in Marine Auxiliary Machinery - Final Assessment

This free online course teaches the principles and operations of auxiliary machinery and equipment used aboard ships.

Diploma in Marine Auxiliary Machinery

‘Diploma in Marine Auxiliary Machinery’ is a course that offers an in-depth understanding of the piping systems for ships, various pumping equipment and the theory of compression. Learn about the different types of crucial heat exchangers and compressed air equipment as part of the auxiliary equipment on board. Register for this course today and improve your essential marine auxiliary machinery knowledge.

This course on marine auxiliary machinery introduces you to the various pumping systems found on a ship and examines extensive pipeline layouts with control valves. It explains the various types of heat exchangers necessary on board and describes the compressed air equipment as part of the auxiliary equipment on board. A ship is similar to a power plant, with a living quarter that requires an array of pipelines carrying fuel, lubricating oil, water, steam, air and other fluids meeting the power and housing needs on a ship. Understanding circuitry and how the pumping systems function, aided by various valves in facilitating the systems' function, are essential parts of knowledge for a marine engineer. This course takes a deeper look into the multiple piping systems on board, the materials used to make shipboard pipes and valves, maintenance procedures and regulatory requirements involving shipboard pipelines, types of repair procedures of shipboard valves and pipeline functions. We will discuss materials used in piping systems in great detail and you will learn about the compatibility of valves with fluids in a machine system.
Heat exchangers allow heat transfer between fluids. They are used in widespread applications, such as fuel heating, domestic water heating, lubricating oil cooling, charge air cooling and condenser cooling. In marine engineering, they design compressors to serve several needs using air under pressure. Although the various types and sizes of the compressor are available for the central air compressor, it is primarily the reciprocating tandem type used. Learning the basic principles and layout, including the air receivers, will help you operate the air compressors more efficiently. This course explains how pipes carry abrasive and corrosive fluids exposed to atmospheric corrosion and general wear and tear, along with how they sometimes operate at extremely high temperatures. The course describes the regulatory requirement used in pipeline maintenance and how classification societies have specific requirements regarding ships' piping systems that follow the general survey criteria for the rest of the vessel. Discover the maintenance procedures and troubleshooting measures for valves and pipeline systems and the basic maintenance procedures, systems, constructional features and principles of operation.
This course from Alison teaches extensively about the auxiliary machinery and equipment used at sea, from pumping systems to compressed air equipment. It describes the role of valves in a ship and how the purpose of all types of check valves is to allow flow in one direction only. It emphasises the functions of a valve and the routine maintenance that take place in the valve. The course discusses the various pump concepts, like the most common pump used to move large volumes of water and the centrifugal pump used in simple construction and operation. The course explores the classification of pumps, the principle of operation of a reciprocating pump, the constructional features of a reciprocating pump, the maintenance schedule of a reciprocating pump, how to observe the faults and their possible causes in a reciprocating pump. This course will be of significant interest to students, researchers, marine engineers and anyone seeking to learn about marine equipment and maintenance procedures. Register for this course today and improve your understanding of the principles guiding marine auxiliary equipment and the workings of the relevant systems.

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Aims & Objectives of ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Accrediting to ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Main Sections of ISO/IEC 17025:2017

This module presents the fundamental aspects of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 along with its aims and objectives. The module also explains different forms of standardized verbs used throughout the standard. Moreover, you will also learn the benefits of accrediting to ISO/IEC 17025. Lastly, an overview of the section's standard is also given.

General and Structural Guidelines for Laboratories

Resource Requirements for Testing Laboratories

Contracts, Validation, Sampling & Handling

Technical Records, Uncertainty, Results Validity, & Reports

In this module, you will encounter the essential requirements given in clauses 4, 5, 6, and 7 of ISO/IEC 17025;2017. However, the explanation of Clause 7 is provided till sub-clause - 7.8. Through this module, you will learn about the general, structural, resource, and process requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.

Information Management, Complaints & Nonconformities (NCs)

Management System Requirements

Taking Corrective Actions

In this module, you will see discussions on ISO/IEC 17025:2017 beginning from sub clause 7.9 that puts forward the complaint requirements put forth by the standard. Furthermore, it presents the standard's requirements regarding management systems. Moreover, it also contains necessary measures to be taken for corrective actions.

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - Laboratory Management System- Course Assessment

Learn about laboratory management systems laid out by the ISO 17025 international standard in this free online course.

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - Laboratory Management Systems

This short course is designed for individuals and laboratories looking forward to their standardisation. We explain management standards defined by the ‘ISO/IEC 17025 general requirements for testing and calibration laboratories competence’ devised by ISO. This comprehensive course explains all the basic and essential requirements of the standard. It also provides a simplified clause-by-clause explanation of its four main sections.

Fundamentals of Pest Control

Pest Identification and Assessment

Non-Chemical Pest Control Methods

Chemical Pest Control Methods

This module will teach you the fundamentals of pest control, types of pests and their impact, pest life cycles and behavior, factors influencing pest infestations, pest identification and assessment, non-chemical pest control methods, genetic control and sterile insect, chemical pest control methods, and integrated pest management (IPM) approach.

Monitoring and Prevention

Sustainable Pest Management

Urban and Structural Pest Control

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Pest Control and Management - Assessment

This free online course teaches you how to use chemical and non-chemical pest control techniques to manage infestations.

Pest Control and Management

Pests make environments unhygienic and are a major cause of diseases, some of which may be lethal and difficult or expensive to cure. Effective pest management and control are necessary to keep a living and working environment free from health hazards. This course provides the knowledge and skills required to establish and maintain a successful pest control management programme and describes various pests, their life cycles and their behaviour.

Foundations of Construction Safety Management

Safety Management for Hazardous Environments

High-risk Site Activities and Demolition Safety

This module covers risk identification and mitigation in construction work and how to evaluate and manage risk in compliance with CDM regulations. You'll also learn how behaviour affects safety on construction sites, including safety measures for scaffolding, excavation, demolition and more.

Course Assessment - Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

Learn how to manage safety on construction sites in accordance with UK legal provisions in this free online course.

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

Construction workers are often vulnerable to injuries and hazards so ensuring safety is maintained consistently is crucial for both site managers and workers. This course covers the essential knowledge needed for maintaining safety on construction sites. You'll learn to identify and assess risks while adhering to UK industry regulations. In addition, we'll discuss safety measures to take during erecting scaffolding, excavations and demolitions.

Introduction to Hot Work

Classification of Hot Work Areas

Roles and Responsibilities

Hot Work Permit

Hot Work Risk Assessment

Essential Safety Precautions

This module will familiarize you with hot work processes, including their potential hazards and safety precautions. You'll learn how to assess the risks associated with hot work and determine appropriate control measures. You'll also understand the hot work permit system and the roles & responsibilities of those involved in the permitting process.

Hot Work Safety - Course Assessment

Learn how to manage the hazards associated with hot work processes in this free online health and safety course.

Hot Work Safety

This hot work safety training equips you with the essential knowledge to recognize and mitigate hot work hazards. You'll understand the hot work risk assessment process and hierarchy of controls for effectively reducing risks. The course explains the hot work permit system along with the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the permitting process. You'll also gain a clear understanding of hot work permitted and prohibited areas.

Introduction to Traffic Marshalling

Traffic Management

Temporary Traffic Control

Traffic Risk Assessment

Vehicle Signaling

Reversing Vehicles

Health and Safety

In this module, we will look at the fundamental objectives of traffic marshalling and the general duties of a traffic marshal. A traffic marshal's responsibilities when controlling traffic on a highway or construction areas shall be examined. Assessing risks along with health and safety concerns of traffic near construction areas will be assessed.

Construction Safety: Traffic Marshalling - Course assessment

Train as a traffic marshal or bankman who provides traffic management on construction sites in this free online course.

Construction Safety: Traffic Marshalling

This course takes an in-depth look at the role of traffic marshals on construction sites. Traffic management is important to maintaining health and safety as the presence of heavy machinery and large vehicles creates a need for the efficient direction of traffic. Traffic management in such a busy area faces hazards and safety risks, which we identify in this course. Sign up to train as a traffic marshal or bankman and add a skill to your CV.

Introduction to the AS Standards

Organization's Context and Leadership

QMS Planning and Support

This module introduces students to the AS standards for suppliers of the aviation industry. It explains the importance of regulations in the aerospace industry and navigates them through the journey of different AS standards. It also explains the requirements of Clauses 4, 5, 6, and 7 of this standard.

Organizational Operations

Operations and Evaluation

Organizational Improvement

This module explains the requirements of Clauses 8, 9, and 10 of AS9100D. These requirements are regarding organizational operations, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the organizational operations.

AS9100D Quality Management System (QMS) for Aerospace Industry - Course Assessment

Learn the requirements of AS9100D for the developers and suppliers of components for the aerospace & defense industries.

AS9100D Quality Management System (QMS) for Aerospace Industry

This course explains different clauses and their various requirements for the organizations that develop, design, or supply parts, components, and assemblies concerned with the aerospace and defense industries. After enrolling, the students will be able to navigate the differences between the different versions of the AS standards. Moreover, they will also get a simple and straightforward explanation of this standard's requirements.

Introduction to Hazardous Materials Handling - Learning Outcomes

Understanding Hazardous Materials

Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Importance of Hazard Communication

Risk Assessment and Management

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Hazardous Materials Handling

Introduction to Hazardous Materials Handling - Lesson Summary

In this module, participants will have a solid foundation in understanding hazardous materials, legal and regulatory compliance, hazard communication, risk assessment, and the proper use of personal protective equipment. This knowledge is essential for creating a safe and compliant working environment in industries dealing with hazardous materials.

Hazardous Materials Storage and Transportation - Learning Outcomes

Proper Storage Practices for Hazardous Materials

Managing Segregation and Compatibility of Hazardous Materials

Emergency Preparedness for Hazardous Materials Storage

Transportation Regulations

Handling Hazardous Materials in Transit

Emergency Response Planning

Case Studies and Lessons Learned

Hazardous Materials Storage and Transportation - Lessons Summary

This module covers storing hazardous materials, segregation and compatibility, and developing emergency response plans. Learn DOT regulations, proper labelling, packaging, and security measures for transportation, best practices for loading/unloading and case studies.

Advanced Hazardous Materials Handling Techniques - Learning Outcomes

Decontamination Procedures

Confined Space Entry Protocols

Managing Hazardous Waste

Best Practices for Chemical Spill Response

Continuous Improvement in Hazardous Materials Handling

Advanced Hazardous Materials Handling Techniques - Lesson Summary

This module covers decontamination techniques to ensure health, safety, and regulatory compliance. Learn to manage decontamination zones, handle confined space hazards, and apply physical, chemical, thermal, and radiological decontamination. Develop skills in PPE selection, emergency response planning, and environmental protection.

Hazardous Materials Handling Mastery - Course Assessment

Gain expertise, ensure safety, and excel in hazardous materials handling with this comprehensive free online course.

Hazardous Materials Safety Specialist

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