Learning Outcomes

Engineering and Its Management

What Is the Engineering Project Management?

Why Engineering Project Management?

Lesson Summary

This module offers a comprehensive introduction to Engineering Management and Project Management and how they are interrelated. It starts by defining the concepts of Engineering and Engineering Management. Then, it provides an overview of Project Management and explains how it enhances Engineering Management.

Management Categories

PMI - PMBOK, 6th

PMI - PMBOK, 7th: The Standard for Project Management

PMI - PMBOK, 7th: A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge

This module aims to provide you with a brief overview of the different types of management, how you can distinguish between them, and where project management fits in. It also covers the two global project management approaches that are used by organizations and delve into the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework in detail.

Engineering Project Management Tasks

Engineering Project Management Responsibilities

Success of Engineering Projects

This module focuses on the role of project management in engineering projects. It explains why project management is preferable to engineering management and describes the critical tasks and responsibilities to be held by the engineering project manager. It also sheds light on the impact of project culture on project success.

Engineering Project Management - Course Assessment

Learn how to manage engineering projects using the basic concepts of project management, focusing on the PMI approach.

Engineering Project Management

This course will provide a comprehensive background about project management knowledge and practice and how it can be adapted to engineering projects to maintain success and stay competitive and involved. Whether you are a fresh graduate engineer, pursuing a project management degree, practicing engineering management, or are part of an engineering project team, you are invited to this free online course. Don't miss it.

About Municipal Engineering

Municipal Engineering Functions

Municipal Engineering Tasks and Responsibilities

This module provides an in-depth exploration of municipal engineering, encompassing its essence, significance, and contribution to the advancement and sustenance of urban communities. It delves into municipal entities' duties and obligations, clarifies the municipal engineer's pivotal role, and examines the essential skill set.

Project Types

Project Tools and Techniques

Projects Management

This module focuses on municipal engineering projects, explaining the typical project categories and future requirements. It also covers the common tools and techniques used to fulfill project objectives and concludes with navigating major project management aspects, including approaches, lifecycle, and governance.

Engineering Framework

Challenges and Obstacles

The Best Practices

This module offers a comprehensive exploration of municipal engineering practice. It covers the engineering framework, typical organization structures, system components, and service provision. It also addresses common challenges affecting engineering practice and concludes with a detailed prescription for effective municipal engineering.

Practical Municipal Engineering: Managing Public Works & Urban Projects- Course Assessment

Learn to plan & execute municipal engineering projects with this free course using advanced project management concepts.

Practical Municipal Engineering: Managing Public Works and Urban Projects

This course offers a comprehensive overview of the municipal engineering profession, encompassing its significance, duties, project types, project management, and best practices. It culminates with a detailed manual for achieving success in municipal engineering. Whether you're a civil engineer, municipal engineer, or part of a municipal project team, this course is tailored for you. Seize this opportunity and take your skills to the next level.

Introduction to Engineering Management

Engineering Management Career

Decision Analysis

Strategic Planning

Cost Accounting and Risk Management

Operations and Supply Chain Management

In this module, we will go through the rudimentary concepts of engineering management. We will examine the leadership skills and ethics required at the workplace in engineering management. An analysis of how to make successful long-term decisions, streamline processes, and manage the supply chain will be provided.

Financial Accounting and Management

Marketing Management

Management and  Technology

The Spirit of Entrepreneurship

Business Law

Systems Engineering

In this module, we will be going through some of the building blocks and functions of engineering management. The role of finance, marketing and technology will be discussed in detail when it comes to management theory. We will also be discussing the spirit of entrepreneurship along with the legal aspects when it comes to management.

Basics of Engineering Management - Course assessment

Master engineering management in this free online course that explains how to use strategic planning to make decisions.

Basics of Engineering Management

This course goes through the characteristics and elements of engineering management. We provide the training, skills and knowledge required to become a successful engineering manager. The course explores the role of strategic planning in decision-making to provide you with financial and entrepreneurial skills. Sign up to learn how to move up the ladder in any organisation as an engineering manager capable of planning projects of all sizes.

Introduction to OEE

Important Terms & Optimal Practice for an OEE Program

In this module, you will be introduced to Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). You will learn the factors affecting OEE and guidelines to minimize these effects. In addition, OEE framework is explained and illustrated through examples. You will also learn important terms related to the management of OEE. Moreover, the OEE program's optimal practices are discussed, followed by OEE practices for improvement and comparative analysis.

Analysis of Different Operational Situations in OEE

Calculation Methods for OEE & Improvement

In this module, you will learn how different operational situations are handled in OEE and the issues behind OEE losses. You will also learn the methods used to collect data related to OEE loss and a methodology for conducting OEE loss analysis. In addition, you will learn how to calculate OEE together with the time loss model and the Pareto chart. A case study is also discussed involving issues caused by pipe blockages in a factory. OEE essentials are also covered in this module.

Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) - Productivity Enhancement - Course Assessment

In this free online course, learn about overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), its measures and a real case study.

Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) - Operational Productivity Enhancement

This free online course on overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) explains OEE from a practical viewpoint. You will be able to learn the formulae, losses and essential terms of OEE. Moreover, the management of operational situations, along with the data collection methods and OEE baseline, are discussed. Different application-related discussions are presented. This course will provide you with the knowledge to start improvement initiatives.

Statistical Process Control: Part 1

Statistical Process Control: Part 2

Statistical Process Control: Part 3

Statistical Process Control: Part 4

Statistical Process Control: Part 5

Statistical Process Control: Part 6

In this module you will learn what Statistical Process Control is and its use in Six Sigma methodologies. The module also introduces the two types of control charts - Control Charts for Attributes, and Control Charts for Variables. It explains control chart patterns and how they are used in Six Sigma.

Six Sigma - Control Charts: Part 1

Six Sigma - Control Charts: Part 2

Six Sigma - Control Charts: Part 3

Six Sigma - Control Charts: Part 4

Six Sigma - Control Charts: Part 5

Six Sigma - Control Charts: Part 6

This module further expands on the use of control charts in Six Sigma. In particular, you will look at how control charts can identify abnormal variability in a process. You will also learn how control charts may give false positives and why on-line control leads to early detection and correction.

Design of Experiments - Part 1

Design of Experiments - Part 2

Design of Experiments - Part 3

Planning for Design of Experiments - Part 1

Planning for Design of Experiments - Part 2

Planning for Design of Experiments - Part 3

This module introduces you to Design of Experiments and how they are used to optimize process settings. You will learn what an experiment is and the types of variables that can be found in an experiment. The module describes the steps for planning and implementing Design of Experiments.

Diploma in Six Sigma - First Assessment

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

Taguchi Methods - Part 1

Taguchi Methods - Part 2

Taguchi Methods - Part 3

Robust Design - Part 1

Robust Design - Part 2

Robust Design - Part 3

This module describes the development of Taguchi Methods and their use in Quality Engineering applications. You will learn why Taguchi Methods reduce variability of response to maximize robustness. The module also introduces Taguchi's Product Design approach.

Introduction to Benchmarking - Part 1

Introduction to Benchmarking - Part 2

Introduction to Benchmarking - Part 3

How to Benchmark - Part 1

How to Benchmark - Part 2

How to Benchmark - Part 3

This module describes the benchmarking process, the key elements of the Benchmarking Code of Conduct, and management's benchmarking challenge.

Six Sigma and Supply Chains - Part 1

Six Sigma and Supply Chains - Part 2

Six Sigma and Supply Chains - Part 3

This module introduces the role of Six Sigma in supply chain management. It lists examples of supply chains that have Six Sigma processes, and describe management's challenge of integrating Six Sigma processes into supply chain systems.

Diploma in Six Sigma - Second Assessment

Module 9: Diploma in Six Sigma - Final Assessment

Learn how to minimize variability and defects in your manufacturing processes with Six Sigma tools and techniques.

Diploma in Six Sigma

This free online Six Sigma certification course will describe how to plan and implement a Six Sigma project with a simple sequence of steps. Six Sigma is a set of techniques and tools which seek to improve the quality of process outputs by identifying and removing defects and minimizing variability in manufacturing and business processes. Professionals with this expertise are highly valued, and our course will help you become such a professional.

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