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Aluminum Metallurgy

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There are a wide variety of wrought aluminum alloys, each developed to provide specific properties. Getting the strength participants need in an aluminum alloy requires knowledge of the effects of alloy composition, cold-working, and heat treating on aluminum metallurgy and properties. A good understanding of how aluminum alloys behave and what can be done to modify their properties is critical for being more productive and profitable. The course takes about one hour to complete and consists of one module and a final exam. Also, quizzes and problems provide participants opportunities to apply the concepts taught.

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Fundamental Concepts of Turbocharging Modern Engines Current Practices and Trends Web Course RePlay

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Turbocharging is an integral part of many internal combustion engine systems. While it has long been a key to diesel engine performance, turbocharging is increasingly seen as an enabler in meeting many of the efficiency and performance requirements of modern automotive gasoline engines. This replay discusses the basic concepts of turbocharging and air flow management of four-stroke engines. It explores the fundamentals of turbocharging, system design features, performance measures, and matching and selection criteria. Topics include spark ignition, diesel engine systems, and the impact of different applications.

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Cybersecurity in the Energy Sector

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Anatomy and examples of cyberattacks on industrial control systems (ICS) and critical infrastructures (CI): In this course you will understand the importance of cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure and you will know typical attack vectors, vulnerabilities and defense strategies. Introduction to IT security management systems (ISMS) for CI: In this course you will know the relevant legal background of ISMS and European regulatory and you will understand their impact on your organization. You will get an overview how to set up an ISMS for the Energy Sector.

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IATF 16949:2016 Overview

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IATF 16949:2016 is a technical specification for the automotive sector quality management systems, developed by the International Automotive Task Force (IATF), aimed at harmonizing the different supply chain assessment and certification systems worldwide. The IATF 16949:2016 standard incorporates applicable automotive customer-specific requirements and is a supplement to ISO 9000/9001:2015 requirements for automotive production and relevant service part organizations. 

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IATF 16949:2016 Standard Training

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IATF 16949:2016 is a technical specification for the automotive sector quality management systems, developed by the International Automotive Task Force (IATF), aimed at harmonizing the different supply chain assessment and certification systems worldwide. The IATF 16949:2016 standard incorporates applicable automotive customer-specific requirements and is a supplement to ISO 9000/9001:2015 requirements for automotive production and relevant service part organizations. 

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Battery Management Connection and Control

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Introduction to Power Electronic Converters: In this course, you will learn why we need power converters. We will discuss the basic principles of power conversion and you will receive a brief overview of the various types of power converters. You will learn how to recognize different voltage, current, and power levels, as well as the AC or DC character of electrical power, through examples of common, present-day electrical applications. Power conversion and efficiency in battery systems: In this course, you will be taken into the lab to get acquainted with power conversion principles and efficiency measurements.

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Power Convertors and Efficiency in Battery Applications

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Introduction to Power Electronic Converters: In this course, you will learn why we need power converters. We will discuss the basic principles of power conversion and you will receive a brief overview of the various types of power converters. You will learn how to recognize different voltage, current, and power levels, as well as the AC or DC character of electrical power, through examples of common, present-day electrical applications. Power conversion and efficiency in battery systems: In this course, you will be taken into the lab to get acquainted with power conversion principles and efficiency measurements.

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Managing Energy Data: Advanced Analytics

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Introduction to Managing Energy Data: The Internet of Things (IoT) revolution (eg. the vast spread of smart meters worldwide) is generating massive amounts of energy data, drastically transforming the sector and current energy systems. This digital transformation gives rise to more intelligent ways of managing energy and brings about opportunities for energy companies to improve their business models and services. This course contains a brief introduction to the topics presented in the course, from smart meters and smart metering data to data science.

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Understanding Energy Storage: The Battery Revolution

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This course discusses energy storage technologies, such as batteries, and how they affect the future of the transportation and power sectors. Specifically, it will explore why energy storage is important and how the battery revolution is already underway. The course will also examine the benefits of using battery energy storage for industrial products – underground mining – and mobility. The course mostly focuses on lithium-ion batteries.

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Energy Systems Integration: Evolution in Electricity Grids

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This course gives you unparalleled insight into the fundamentals of power systems, from direct to alternating current, active to reactive power, and more. You will explore frequency control, how active demand and storage can support the system, and the future evolution of the electricity grid. And you will emerge with a rock-solid understanding of the key issues at play.

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Energy Systems Transformation

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Introduction to Energy System Transformation: In this course you will be introduced to the historical drivers and trends that started the energy transition, as well as consequences of the new energy shift towards a zero-emission society and discuss the challenges and opportunities arising from this shift in energy sources focus. You will then be addressed as a citizen consuming energy. You will explore how everyday energy consumption fluctuates and how personal behaviors can significantly change the amount of energy that is used. Lastly, you will learn about advanced visualization for energy consumption.

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Energy Systems Integration: An Introduction

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This course discovers innovative sustainable energy systems solutions and explore an integrated perspective on the energy market. Participants explore sustainable energy solutions, and build skills to develop, plan and operate an integrated sustainable energy system. Also, participants learn how energy systems interact and how to relate your energy expertise to the wider framework of energy transition; and look at the integration and regulation of energy systems as well as the impact of electromobility, the future of electric power systems, and the psychology of consumer behavior.

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Battery Storage Opportunities and Uses

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This course explores the potential role and position of battery storage in the future European electricity industry, by shedding light on different applications of battery storage. For each of the four main applications of grid-scale, behind-the-meter, off-grid and mobility, you will learn about the most promising services of battery storage in the electricity system that has a large share of renewable electricity. You will discover why the development and deployment of battery storage has been slow, despite it being a promising solution, but also why the time has come for the electricity industry to make smart battery choices.

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Battery Storage and the Energy Transition

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The energy system: present and future: In this course you will be introduced you to the current and future energy system as we make our way towards a zero-emission society and discuss the challenges and opportunities arising from this shift in energy sources focus. Importance of energy storage: In this course, you will get to know the different energy storage alternatives,  and learn why energy storage is important for our future. We will watch interviews and lessons on the burning topic of energy storage, the need for flexibility, and look at different storage alternatives based on time and power scales.

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Energy Storage: The Battery Revolution

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Importance of energy storage: In this course, you will get to know the different energy storage alternatives, and learn why energy storage is important for our future. We will watch interviews and lessons on the burning topic of energy storage, the need for flexibility, and take a look at different storage alternatives based on time and power scales. We will also discuss what are key considerations when working with energy storage projects. Finally, we will discuss future projections for the energy storage market.

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Battery Storage Value Chain

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Battery Storage Raw Materials and Supply Chain: In this course we will focus on the key and critical battery raw materials. We will also take a closer look at the processes of extracting lithium for batteries and consider both the environmental and economic limitations of the industry. You will also take a deep dive into the battery cell and will acquire insights into the manufacturing process of batteries. From Materials to Battery Cells: In this course we will go deeper and explore each of the steps required for turning materials into battery cells in more detail.

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Principles of ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949, and AS9100

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Understanding the purpose and intended use of standards, directives and requirements sets the foundation for developing a functional management system. This 35-minute, online short course is intended to present ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949, and SAE AS9100 as purpose driven management systems that are necessary for companies to survive in our fast-moving economy. This eLearning course provides those in the automotive and aerospace industries with a high-level overview of these quality management system standards. It is designed to explore the history that lead to the development of the standards.

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Battery Storage Applications

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Battery Energy Storage: Grid-Scale: In this course, you will start by learning about grid integration services. Then, you will be introduced to the Gotland Case study. Gotland is Sweden’s largest island, and it currently generates a large amount of wind power and an increasing amount of solar power. But they want more, and have established ambitious goals for long term sustainability and decarbonization. You will learn how batteries can be used in energy storage systems to enable Gotland to reach its sustainability goals and carbon neutrality.

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Standardization in a Competitive Environment

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The course introduces the value of standards and how they can be better utilized within organizations. The course also examines standards in the global marketplace, looks at the role of competition, competitiveness, and differentiation, and identifies strategic priorities related to standardization and standards, specifically related to supply chain and international trade agreements. Participants will gain an understanding of a strategic approach for the management and utilization of standards within an organization. The estimated time to completion, including practice exercises, knowledge checks and the learning assessment is two hours.

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Introduction to Design of Experiments (DOE) for Engineers

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Design of Experiments (DOE) is a methodology that can be effective for general problem solving, as well as for improving or optimizing product design and manufacturing processes. Specific applications of DOE include, but are not limited to, identifying root causes to quality or production problems, identifying optimized design and process settings, achieving robust designs, and generating predictive math models that describe physical system behavior. This introductory eLearning course provides an example scenario to give learners the opportunity to discover situations that may warrant a designed experiment.