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Lean Six Sigma is a pragmatic approach that emphasises the importance of focusing on delivering what the customer wants by utilising the skills and knowledge of the employees. Improvement projects aim to reduce the cost of poor quality, increase process capability, minimise process cycle time and remove waste to deliver what the customer wants, ultimately resulting in increased customer satisfaction.

The Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training is designed to provide delegates with a good understanding of the basic Lean Six Sigma methods and prepare them not only to participate as contributors to Lean Six Sigma projects, but also to start to address simple improvements in their own working area. Yellow Belts are not experts in the methodology, but understand the activities, deliverables and key concepts of Team problem-solving.

This course builds on learners’ existing knowledge and covers a variety of topics, from how to create slide decks quickly and more efficiently, work with graphics and multimedia elements to create striking presentations, special effects, and some of the more advanced presentation delivery tools PowerPoint has to offer.

This one-day instructor led training course will extend user knowledge in using the more advanced features and capabilities of Excel 2013. Delegates will learn how to use advanced functions, manipulate data, apply advanced analysis techniques and manage data in worksheets.

This training course builds upon basic Excel knowledge and increases user confidence in using Excel. It provides more of an understanding of working with formulas and functions and demonstrates how Excel can be applied in various business applications.

Delegates will be introduced to spreadsheet concepts and gain an appreciation of the main features of Excel and what it has to offer. 

This course has been designed for users who are new to Microsoft Project, and covers navigating around the application, starting a new project, setting up a project schedule, calendars, task lists, task dependencies, Gantt charts and more.

Quickly and easily create professional, engaging presentations using PowerPoint. Learn tips and tricks from experts to make your presentations shine.

Dramatically improve your productivity when using Microsoft Word. Discover techniques for working faster and more efficiently.

The NIST Cybersecurity Framework 800-53 Practitioner course, is an overlay course, based on the NIST Cyber Security Framework, a publication of the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

The NIST Cybersecurity Framework Foundation course, is an overlay course, based on the NIST Cyber Security Framework (NIST-CSF), a publication of the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

The Certified DPO training course enables you to develop the necessary knowledge, skills and competence to effectively implement and manage a compliance framework with regard to the protection of personal data.

The Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) qualification is an international professional certification offered by ISACA for Information Security Managers. The certification recognises an individual's ability to design, implement and manage an information security programme.

The Practitioners Certificate in Information Assurance Architecture (PCIAA) course prepares the student for a career in security architecture. A Security Architect (SA) is a senior-level enterprise architect role, either within a dedicated security team or as part of a more general Enterprise Architecture (EA) team.

The Practitioner Certificate in Information Risk Management (PCiIRM) provides thorough guidance on building a business focused ISMS strategy. Demonstrate your ability to deliver a robust system in line with ISO 17799, ISO 27001 and BS 7799-3 standards and make sure you are up-to-date with UK legislation, as well as international frameworks. Over five days you will work with BCS qualified professionals, learning how to understand and prevent threats to data within specific technical business environments.

NCSC Certified consultant training course will provide the latest understanding of the scope and requirements of the Cyber Essentials Standard. This will enable you to become a fully certified Cyber Essentials Consultant. The workshop-style training tasks and tips to ensure the participant leaves with practical knowledge to implement Cyber Essentials into businesses from within any industry and of any size.

Gain core knowledge and experience to successfully implement and manage security programs and prepare for the 2024 CISSP certification. This 2024 updated course is the most comprehensive review of information security concepts and industry best practices, focusing on the eight domains of the CISSP-CBK (Common Body of Knowledge) that are covered in the CISSP exam.

MAXURF MODELER Training focuses on good modelling practices with downstream 3D CAD in mind. Best practices. Examples include both monohull- and catamaran boats. MAXSURF STABILITY Hydrostatic- and stability training includes setting up load case-, tank- and compartment definitions to be used in the calculations. Intact- and damage case evaluations are studied. MAXSURF RESISTANCE AND MAXURF MOTIONS INTRO Resistance/power training covers calculations for different types of vessels.

This course is designed to teach soldering skills and the requirements of high reliability soldering, with emphasis on the IPC standard for soldering. This course is designed for an introductory level for those new to hand soldering or wish to refresh or enhance previously gained skills.

This course gives you, the design engineer, the means to identify and prioritise the critical tolerances that govern the fit, form and function, while striking an effective balance between the use of cost and time.

FloEFD is a fully CAD embedded Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software solution that is used for the analysis of heat transfer and fluid flow design challenges. Working with Solid Edge native geometry, it allows designs to be analysed quickly and accurately to determine product performance. The FloEFD essentials course will get you quickly up to speed, making best use of the simulation tool.

Please register on any session showing, this will not be the date the course takes place. Upon registration your e-learning will then be booked and all of the log in details sent to you. You can undertake the training as soon as you have received this.

Solid Edge Simulation is a built-in finite element analysis (FEA), pre- and post-processing, tool for design engineers. This course will teach you how to digitally validate part and assembly designs within Solid Edge, analyse different mechanical load cases and boundary conditions and accurately interpret the results.

This 3 hour training course has been designed to introduce delegates to the basic concepts of working with hose and connectors. Correct safe working practices will be discussed along with the associated dangers of fluid/pressure injection injuries.

Please register on any session showing, this will not be the date the course takes place. Upon registration your e-learning will then be booked and all of the log in details sent to you. You can undertake the training as soon as you have received this..

During the training they will be taught the appropriate skills to produce Stepped Shaft Mill Block Drill Drift

Master the key elements of contemporary electronic and electrical engineering with this accredited MSc Electronic and Electrical Engineering course. You'll design and implement electronic systems, work with the practical application of current technology, and upgrade your skills to meet the needs of more ambitious roles in your industry.

Please register on any session showing, this will not be the date the course takes place. Upon registration your e-learning will then be booked and all of the log in details sent to you. You can undertake the training as soon as you have received this.

This course is designed to increase and improve the knowledge of Maintenance Staff and Managers at all levels. This extended knowledge will enable staff to better maintain and manage Fluid Power Systems with a better understanding of component function and operation They will follow safer working procedures and once they have completed the practical training, their work-based skills and role competency will improve. Staff will also work together with greater synergy and levels of communication.

The internationally-respected PAM Level 1 course combines classroom study with practical experience at sea to equip delegates with the all the skills required to become a professionally qualified Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) Operator.

The OPUS10 Basic Course is an introduction to spare parts management and teaches basic skills in using OPUS10 for spare parts optimization. The objective of the OPUS10 Basic Course is to enable participants to understand basic logistics modeling and to familiarize them with the main OPUS10 functionality.

This course will provide leadership skills development in the application of quality planning within the context of product/service portfolio management. Delegates will leave the course with the capability of coaching and facilitating top management teams in the development of their understanding and deployment of the strategic management of portfolios of products/services, quality policies and the roles required.

FEA is a powerful technique, able to produce solutions to challenging structural analysis problems. The technology and computational efficiency of the method, together with the rapid increases in computer processing power means that today the scope and size of simulations far exceeds the capabilities of even a few years ago.

This flexible online course will give you the knowledge and skills you need to effectively manage engineering teams, projects, departments and companies. You’ll develop a keen awareness of employer and customer needs. You’ll also gain an understanding of the changes in business, industry and government that affect engineering management.

This CE & UKCA Marking training course provides a practical approach to what you need to know to place your products on the market and into service. The course covers the principles of CE & UKCA Marking for all fields.

The Institute of Acoustics has the great pleasure to announce it is holding the International Conference on Underwater Acoustics.

This course will provide you with an appreciation of electrical engineering principles and the ability to interact effectively with colleagues regarding electrical issues. Within the course you will have the opportunity to analyse basic electrical components and their features and benefits. You will also gain an understanding of your responsibilities in the context of Electricity at Work regulations.

IPC-J-STD-001 Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies. The sole industry consensus standard training covering electronic assemblies, Soldering, J-STD-001 is recognized globally for its criteria on soldering processes and materials. Updated with participants from 18 countries providing input and expertise, this theory and practical training brings the latest criteria along with new information to ease its use and comprehension.

This course will prepare you to take the INCOSE Knowledge Exam comfortably and covers all the information you need to know about applying for INCOSE’s Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP) or Certificated Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) certification.

This course offers excellent guidance on how to assess and plan the task of carrying out structural analysis using FEA.

A course based around the BMEEA Code of Practice, the industry recommended standard.The course is designed to give candidates a general overview of the knowledge and skills required for a BMEEA-certified Marine Electrical Technician. All information and required knowledge used mainly with UK marine electric systems and follows not only the BMEEA Code of Practice and ISOs, but also the Recreational Craft Regulations (RCR).

Please register on any session showing, this will not be the date the course takes place. Upon registration your e-learning will then be booked and all of the log in details sent to you. You can undertake the training as soon as you have received this.

Comprehensive VHDL is the industry standard training course teaching the application of VHDL for FPGA and ASIC design. Fully updated and restructured to reflect current best practice, engineers can attend either the individual modules, or the full course.

The CSWIP Visual Welding Inspector course is designed for welders, operators, line inspectors, and foremen who carry out the visual examination of welded joints. It is also suitable for welding quality control staff and anyone who needs basic training in welding inspection alongside a qualification.

This course provides a good understanding of DSP principles, and their implementation and equips you to put the ideas into practice and/or to tackle more advanced aspects of DSP.

This course has been introduced to raise awareness of environmental issues, with a primary focus within the Defence sector and the acquisition process. The course aims to assist delegates with the skills, knowledge and development potential to understand and manage environmental problems at the practical level. Delegates are also introduced to aspects of environmental legislation and the mandatory requirements for formal compliance in Defence

Consistently simple, structured and consistent project planning: Efficient and consistent project planning is based on a structured way of working. Use EPLAN Electric P8 to create electrical engineering documentation quickly, easily and safely. Get to know the basic working methods of the system on the basis of a practice-oriented and integrated project planning task.

Consistently simple, structured and consistent project planning: Efficient and consistent project planning is based on a structured way of working. Use EPLAN Electric P8 to create electrical engineering documentation quickly, easily and safely. Get to know the basic working methods of the system on the basis of a practice-oriented and integrated project planning task.

Expert VHDL is an intensive 5-day advanced application class. It teaches engineers how to increase productivity by enhancing their knowledge of the VHDL language itself and its application for design and verification. Presented in two distinct course modules, Expert VHDL focuses on language and synthesis issues, design maintainability and re-use, structured verification environments and the latest techniques for verification - including an introduction to OVL/PSL and introductions to OSVVM and UVVM.

This sonar course aims to provide you with a good understanding of the theory and practice of sonar technology, and its applications in the defence industry, environmental surveying and related fields; placing emphasis on the practicalities of sonar systems rather than on rigorous mathematical analysis.

Deep learning and machine learning techniques can be applied to a range of radar and wireless applications to meet the increased level of system requirements of operating in a crowded RF spectrum. For example, spectrum sensing, modulation identification, and signal classification are important functions for intelligent RF receivers. These functions have numerous applications in cognitive radar, software-defined radio, and efficient spectrum management.

This introduction to Sonar course aims to provide you with a good understanding of the theory and practice of sonar technology, and its applications in the defence industry, environmental surveying and related fields; placing emphasis on the practicalities of sonar systems rather than on rigorous mathematical analysis.

IEC 61508: Basic Functional Safety training includes course modules 1-3 and is designed to train participants in the basic principles of IEC 61508 Functional Safety, the processes necessary for your role in the safety life cycle (highly recommended for beginners) and also at the same time improve their expertise in safety related functions for Electrical, Electronic and Programming systems.

IPC 7711/21 is a procedures guide required to rework, modify and repair printed boards and electronic assemblies. This training programme teaches individuals industry approved techniques that are reliable, repeatable and safe. Reducing the cost of potentially scrapping or out sourcing assemblies.

IPC 7711/21 is a procedures guide required to rework, modify and repair printed boards and electronic assemblies. This training programme teaches individuals industry approved techniques that are reliable, repeatable and safe. Reducing the cost of potentially scrapping or out sourcing assemblies.

IPC/WHMA-A-620 training programme covers accept/reject criteria for cable and wire harnesses/assemblies showing acceptable and defect conditions aided by colour visuals and illustrations and also covers process requirements, making this a stand alone document. This industry developed training programme provides individuals with a credential that demonstrates their understanding of the document.

IPC/WHMA-A-620 training programme covers accept/reject criteria for cable and wire harnesses/assemblies showing acceptable and defect conditions aided by colour visuals and illustrations and also covers process requirements, making this a stand alone document. This industry developed training programme provides individuals with a credential that demonstrates their understanding of the document.

IPC-A-610 is the most widely used standard published by IPC covering industry-accepted end product acceptance criteria for consumer and high-reliability assemblies. This industry-developed training programme provides individuals with a credential that demonstrates their understanding of the document.

IPC-A-610 is the most widely used standard published by IPC covering industry-accepted end product acceptance criteria for consumer and high-reliability assemblies. This industry-developed training programme provides individuals with a credential that demonstrates their understanding of the document.

IPC J-STD 001, is recognised as the industry consensus standard covering soldering materials, processes and manufacturing of electronic assemblies. This industry-developed training programme includes a practical/ workmanship element that gives individuals all the tools to increase skills and performance.

Delegates will get a thorough insight into all aspects of life as a marine mammal observer. Ideal for those aspiring to a career in marine mammal observation, this course is also useful for anyone in industry working alongside an MMO who wants to get a better understanding of the role. The course starts in the classroom with a look at what exactly an MMO does, exploring: how noise impacts marine mammals; the legislative landscape; record-keeping; reporting requirements; and mitigation measures.

In the LabVIEW Core 1 Course, you will explore the LabVIEW environment and interactive analysis, dataflow programming, and common development techniques in a hands-on format.

The LabVIEW Core 2 Course will teach you how to prepare, debug, and deploy stand-alone applications. The course covers topics including use of event-driven programming and programmatic control of your user interface. This course provides the second step in the LabVIEW learning path as an extension of the LabVIEW Core 1 Course.

This course demonstrates how the timely and tailored application of these issues identifies and manages risk, lowering the acquisition and whole life cost of a project resulting in cost-effective and successful programmes. Examples of the implementation of these essential principles across design, upgrade and off the shelf programmes for both hardware and software together with the varying terminology used within the discipline are considered.

A Marine Electronics qualification, which encourages a high level of professional expertise in entry-level and mid-level technicians and to lead them to further develop their skills

Ocean Microstructure Glider Workshop

A training course for practicing electricians who complete testing of electrical equipment/portable appliances, or who are involved in the management of such safety inspections. *Please note: All dates are subject to availability at the time of booking.

Originally designed for the Royal Fleet Auxillary, this course enables candidates to carry out lifting operations safely, and inspect lifting equipment for damage and wear to ensure safety for use. It includes legislation and documentation, followed by chain sling manufacture and repair, and practical inspection of chain, wire and textile slings, shackles and eye bolts.

This course will teach you about the welded joint, terminology, steps for successful design, and features of welding processes. You will also learn about edge preparations, weld symbols, residual stress and distortion, defects, weldability, and the strength of welded joints.

This technical course will support delegates in understanding and describing the various mechanisms by which metals and alloys corrode and the technologies available for prevention.

In an aim to simplify tax, the payrolling of benefits will become compulsory from April 2026, with draft legislation expected later this year. HMRC have confirmed that the 2025-2026 tax year will be the last year that P11D’s and P11D(b)’s will be accepted in most cases.

Capture Planning for Strategic Wins training.

Earn the Commercial & Contract Management (CCM) Certification that sets the global standard for this professional capability. CCM is fast becoming a globally-recognized discipline and is poised for rapid growth within both the public and private sector.

Defence contracts for the UK are currently regulated by law within the Defence & Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 (DSPCR 2011). The law governs how contracts are competed and placed in the defence and security sector, albeit the biggest changes ever to be made to this legislation are about to be approved through Parliament.

With our procurement negotiation training course, you’ll learn the need and purpose for negotiations, and you’ll work through the negotiation process from start to finish. Learn the techniques and tactics used by the best negotiators and explore the sources of powers and different styles of negotiation that can be adopted.

The Corporate Award is an applied learning route to MCIPS and has 2 levels- Practitioner and Advanced Practitioner level. Successful completion of the Practitioner level leads to Diploma status and once this level has been achieved the cohort would then move on to the Advanced Practitioner level and, subject to 3 years’ experience in a responsible procurement position, successful completion at Advanced Practitioner level results in MCIPS.

The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the underpinning knowledge of Lifting Operations in order for them to understand the role and responsibility of the Appointed Person in lifting operations (APLO). On successful completion of the course candidates will be able prepare and implement safe systems of work for lifting operations including writing risk assessments and method statements.

The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the underpinning knowledge of Lifting Operations in order for them to understand the role and responsibility of the Appointed Person in lifting operations (APLO). On successful completion of the course candidates will be able prepare and implement safe systems of work for lifting operations including writing risk assessments and method statements.

Almost a third of all workplace fatalities involve falls from high places – so safety training is essential for regulatory compliance and your own duty of care to anyone working at height. It’s most effective delivered in your real environment, with your own equipment.

The aim of the course is to provide delegates with practical and theoretical knowledge to safely work at height in the workplace. On successful completion of the course candidates will be able to select the correct height safety accessories, carry out pre-use checks and use equipment safely in the work place.