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Autodesk Maya Basics to Intermediate Training

By London Design Training Courses

Click here for info. Training duration: 20 hrs. Method: 1-2-1, Personalized attention, Tailored content, Flexible pace, Individual support. Schedule: Personalized training experience with our flexible 1-2-1 sessions. Tailor your own schedule by pre-booking a convenient hour of your choice, available from Monday to Saturday between 9 am and 7 pm. Maya Basic to Intermediate Course Course Duration: 20 hours Course Description: Discover Autodesk Maya's potential in our 20-hour course. Master 3D modeling and animation, explore texturing, rigging, rendering, and special effects. Unleash your creativity with advanced modeling techniques. Join us on this exciting journey to unlock the full power of Maya. Course Outline: I. Introduction to Maya (1.5 hours) - Discover the vast applications of Maya and its significance in diverse industries - Navigate seamlessly through Maya's interface, understanding essential tools - Master viewport controls and proficiently manage projects II. Creating 3D Models (3 hours) - Build a strong foundation in polygon modeling, creating basic shapes and objects - Hone your skills in editing and modifying objects with precision - Master complex object creation using extrusions, bevels, and NURBS for organic shapes III. Texturing and Materials (1.5 hours) - Step into the captivating world of texturing, adding depth to your creations - Create and expertly apply materials to breathe life into your models - Unwrap textures with precision and import images seamlessly IV. Lighting and Rendering (2 hours) - Illuminate your scenes with fundamental lighting techniques - Compose visually captivating compositions with camera setup - Harness the power of rendering for still images and dynamic animations V. Animation (4 hours) - Embrace the art of animation, unlocking its potential in your projects - Master keyframe animation, animation curves, and animation clips - Rig and animate characters, adding life and movement to your creations - Explore motion paths and animation layers for added depth and complexity VI. Rigging (2 hours) - Delve into the world of rigging and its significance in animation - Create joints and skeletons, laying the foundation for character animation - Bind skin to joints and craft weight maps for smooth animation - Implement simple rigging systems and rig characters for animation VII. Special Effects (1.5 hours) - Unleash your creativity with mesmerizing particle systems and dynamics - Create captivating fluid and fire effects, manipulating them with finesse - Craft and edit special effects, from explosions to captivating smoke VIII. Advanced Modeling Techniques (1.5 hours) - Elevate your modeling skills with advanced techniques using Booleans and deformers - Master the art of creating and modifying curves and surfaces - Explore the world of sculpting tools to craft high-resolution and intricate models IX. Conclusion and Next Steps (0.5 hours) - Recap the rich knowledge acquired during the course - Discover valuable tips and resources for continuous learning and growth - Engage in a dynamic Q&A session, providing valuable feedback Note: The course outline can be customized to meet the specific needs and proficiency levels of learners. Throughout the course, you will receive lifetime email support, ensuring you have assistance for any queries or challenges you encounter. Embrace the world of Autodesk Maya, and unveil your creative potential in 3D modeling and animation.   Unlock your potential in Autodesk Maya with our comprehensive Basics to Intermediate Training Course. Whether you're a budding 3D artist, animator, or visual effects enthusiast, this program provides a structured learning path to master essential tools and techniques. Join us for interactive in-person or live online sessions, and receive guidance from experienced instructors. Enroll now to create captivating 3D visuals and animations and explore the creative possibilities of Autodesk Maya. In this course, explore the world of Maya 2023 and master the skills to create high-quality 3D models and animations. Discover a real-world, project-based workflow applicable to film, motion graphics, and game design. Learn Basic to Intermediate techniques like customizing the interface, object manipulation, and scene organization. Dive into polygonal, sculpting, and NURBS modeling, and apply materials for color, texture, and reflectivity. Integrate cameras, lighting, and depth-of-field effects with the Arnold renderer. Finally, learn animation tools to add movement and bring your creations to life, guided by instructor Autodesk certified trainers In this course, explore the world of Maya 2023 and master the skills to create high-quality 3D models and animations. Discover a real-world, project-based workflow applicable to film, motion graphics, and game design. Learn Basic to Intermediate techniques like customizing the interface, object manipulation, and scene organization. Dive into polygonal, sculpting, and NURBS modeling, and apply materials for color, texture, and reflectivity. Integrate cameras, lighting, and depth-of-field effects with the Arnold renderer. Finally, learn animation tools to add movement and bring your creations to life, guided by instructor Autodesk certified trainers In this course, explore the world of Maya 2023 and master the skills to create high-quality 3D models and animations. Discover a real-world, project-based workflow applicable to film, motion graphics, and game design. Learn Basic to Intermediate techniques like customizing the interface, object manipulation, and scene organization. Dive into polygonal, sculpting, and NURBS modeling, and apply materials for color, texture, and reflectivity. Integrate cameras, lighting, and depth-of-field effects with the Arnold renderer. Finally, learn animation tools to add movement and bring your creations to life, guided by instructor Autodesk certified trainers Master 3D modeling and animation. Create realistic textures and materials. Understand rigging for character animation. Illuminate scenes with effective lighting. Create mesmerizing special effects. Explore advanced modeling techniques. Gain practical skills for real-world projects. Unlock creative potential in film, animation, and game design.

Autodesk Maya Basics to Intermediate Training
Delivered in London or OnlineFlexible Dates
£600

Complete VBA programming

5.0(3)

By Systems & Network Training

Complete VBA programming training course description This course helps you extend the capabilities of the entire Office suite using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). Even if you have no programming experience, you'll be automating routine computing processes quickly using the simple, yet powerful VBA programming language. We start at the beginning to get you acquainted with VBA so you can start recording macros right away. You'll then build upon that foundation to utilize the full capabilities of the language in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. What will you learn Record, write and run macros. Work with VBA Editor. Use the huge library of built-in functions. Create simple dialog boxes and complex forms. Customize Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. Program the Office 2016 ribbon. Complete VBA programming training course details Who will benefit: Anyone looking to extend the capabilities of the entire Office suite using VBA. Prerequisites: None. Duration 5 days Complete VBA programming training course contents Macros and getting started in VBA VBA syntax, variables, constants, and enumerations, array variables, finding objects, methods, and properties. Working with VBA 1 VBA syntax, variables, constants, and enumerations, array variables, finding objects, methods, and properties. Decisions, loops and functions Built-in functions, creating your own functions, making decisions in your code, using loops to repeat actions. Using message boxes, input boxes, and dialog boxes Getting user input with message boxes and input boxes, creating simple custom dialog boxes, creating complex forms. Creating effective code Building modular code and using classes, debugging your code and handling errors, building well-behaved code, exploring VBA's security features. Programming the Office applications The Word object model and key objects, working with widely used objects in Word, the Excel object model and key objects, working with widely used objects in Excel, the PowerPoint object, model and key objects, working with shapes and running slide shows, the Outlook object model and key objects, working with events in Outlook, the Access object model and key objects, manipulating the data in an Access database via VBA, accessing one application from another application, programming the Office 2016 ribbon.

Complete VBA programming
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£3,697

Finance for Non-Finance Managers

4.9(120)

By CCW - Training Academy

This finance for managers training course will help you to understand basic financial principals and the documents used in business. You will learn how to interpret the information in these documents, and use this to manage day-to-day business activity. This knowledge will enable you to be more effective in your managerial role and to be more sustainable.

Finance for Non-Finance Managers
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£220

INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING LEATHER CRAFT SKILLS

5.0(52)

By The London Leather Workshop

This is a theoretical and practical introductory group tuition during which you will be taught common, essential leather crafting and basic sewing techniques.You will be taught how to correctly use hand tools, how to hand sew leather and understand the most common finishing techniques used in bag and accessory making.You will learn about different types of leather and understand how to select the correct type of material(s) for your project. You will receive an overview of the technical aspects of working with leather and constructing bags and accessories such as preparing, marking, cutting, gluing, reinforcing, debossing and more.You will produce your own samples of work to take home with you.You will receive relevant, useful and informative handouts as well as lists of leather and tool suppliers.This is a professional course delivered by a prototype maker and manufacturer, with the aim of providing an overview and hands-on experience on more common leather working practices.   At the end of the tuition you will have:– Gained an understanding of leather types and tanning methods– Understood what it means to work with different leather types and thicknesses and have the ability to source and select the correct tools and materials for your projects.– Gained confidence in using specific tools for preparing, marking, finishing and cutting leather.– Understood and practiced leather craft techniques such as beveling and burnishing techniques– Learnt basic leather hand sewing techniquesWHAT WILL BE TAUGHT?Below is a list of topics covered during the classes:– Understanding leather: overviews on types of leather, tanning, finishings and best use– Vegan leathers: an overview on different types and features– Understanding the importance of choosing the right materials for your project and the right tools for your materials– Leather preparing, pattern placement and marking on leather– Cutting complex shapes using a variety of tools– Using leather punches– Understanding the use of skiving, beveling and grooving– Finishing leather edges: painting vs burnishing– Using various leather glues and tapes– Understand the use of reinforcements, fusings and stabilisers to back leather– To learn basic leather hand sewing techniques– To understand the tools and materials used in saddle stitching– Prototyping and manufacturing leather goods: mentions of different working methods, machines and tools   IMPORTANT TO KNOW:We will always try to cover as much on the syllabus as possible and depending on your ability and previous experience, we might not be able to complete the program or we might instead be able to teach you additional techniques relating to the above listed topics, such as:– Understanding fittings, closure types, fastening techniques and tools: sam browns, magnets, pop buttons, eyelets, etc– Sew and finish simple zips styles, handles and straps– Understanding options and the construction of how to line bags and accessories INCLUDED IN THE COURSE:You will be provided with useful digital and paper handouts which contain:– A list of tools and materials used during the lesson(s), including a description of what they are and how they are used– A list of recommended suppliers for both leather and fittings (physically in London and online)– A glossary containing information about leather types and characteristics WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?This course is suitable for total beginners, beginners with some experience and intermediate.You should be able to use measurements and understand verbal and written English instructions.   ARE THERE ANY OTHER COSTS? IS THERE ANYTHING I NEED TO BRING?Materials are included.Feel free to bring a notepad, if you would like to take some notes, we will provide the rest. HOW LONG IS THIS TUITION?:This tuition will require up to 6.5 hours to complete.We aim to provide customised and high quality tuition services and by only allowing up to 6 students at a time, we are able to focus on each person needs and interests.As every student has a different level of ability and previous experience, this course might lead some students to complete the core aspects of the lesson in a shorter time frame than others.Students who complete the course early will be welcome to stay and use the studio facilities to exercise on the topics of the lesson.

INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING LEATHER CRAFT SKILLS
Delivered In-Person in London
£170

Process Safety Management & Engineering Applications

By EnergyEdge - Training for a Sustainable Energy Future

About this Training Course This 5 full-day course covers all the main elements of IChemE's Process Safety Competency framework: culture, knowledge and competence, engineering and design, human factors, systems and procedures, and assurance. Participants will achieve at least the second level of competence 'Basic Application', which is defined as 'Performs fundamental and routine tasks. Requires occasional supervision. Increased functional expertise and ability. Works with others.' This course examines the interrelation of the various techniques of process safety for analysing and managing process hazards in the hydrocarbon and chemical processing industries. There is a particular emphasis on engineering design aspects with extensive participation in individual and group exercises, tutored exercises and video case studies throughout the course to underpin key learning points. The learning is consolidated in a comprehensive case study and requires collaboration between members of each syndicate. This course has been reviewed and approved by the Institution of Chemical Engineers. IChemE is the global professional membership organisation for chemical, biochemical and process engineers and other professionals involved in the chemical, process and bioprocess industries. Their knowledge of professional standards, close involvement with industry, education and regulators, and their expertise as a leading global training provider, means they are uniquely positioned to independently assess and approve training courses and professional development programmes across the world. Training Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Acquire the underpinning knowledge required to achieve process safety competency Gain a comprehensive understanding of process safety management Understand the concept of the safety life cycle of a process plant from conceptual design onwards including operation, maintenance and modification Understand the hazard scenarios associated with a process plant Understand how risks can be controlled by hardware and procedural measures Identify and analyse hazard causes and consequences Recognise when specialist analytical expertise is required Generate effective and appropriate measures to reduce risks Justify and communicate practical solutions to non-technical personnel Explain the rationale for process safety measures to decision makers Target Audience This course is suitable for process industry professionals who need to acquire a comprehensive understanding of process safety management, those moving into process safety positions or those who wish to broaden their process safety knowledge within their existing discipline. It is particularly suited for anyone involved in the design, operation, modification or maintenance of a major hazard installation. This includes: Supervisors, operators and maintainers in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and Chemical industries, process, mechanical and chemical engineers and technicians Design engineers, project engineers and HSE managers Control, automation and instrumentation engineers It will also demonstrate a substantial understanding of process safety for those engaged in Continuous Professional Development or aiming for the Chartered Engineer status. Course Level Basic or Foundation Trainer Your expert course leader has 50 years' experience in chemical and process safety engineering. His early career included 20 years in design and project engineering with various fine chemical and pharmaceutical companies where he designed chemical processes, specified plant equipment and selected materials for highly corrosive and toxic processes, often where textbook data was not available. This was followed by 10 years in offshore oil and gas design projects where he was responsible for setting up a Technical Safety group to change design safety practices in the aftermath of the 1988 Piper Alpha disaster. In recent years, he has been called upon to conduct various offshore and onshore incident investigations. His career has given him experience in project engineering, project management, process design and operations, safety engineering and risk management. He is a Fellow of the UK Institution of Chemical Engineers. He served on the Scottish Branch committee, and was elected chairman for a two-year term in 1991. He has also been chairman of the Safety and Reliability Society - North of Scotland Branch. He has delivered training courses in Process Hazard Analysis (HAZOP and HAZID), Process Safety Management, Hazard Awareness, Risk Assessment, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Modes & Effect Analysis and has lectured on Reliability Analysis to the M.Sc. course in Process Safety and Loss Prevention at Sheffield University. In addition to delivering training courses, he currently facilitates HAZOP / HAZID / LOPA studies and undertakes expert witness roles advising lawyers engaged in contractual disputes, usually involving the design or construction of chemical plants or Oil & Gas production facilities, or criminal prosecutions. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Process Safety Management & Engineering Applications
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£3,095 to £3,599

Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment - Full Qualification inc CSCS Card

By BAB Business Group

The Level 1 Award in Construction Health & Safety is required by individuals who are looking to become eligible for the Green CSCS Card. A CSCS Card is required in order to access many construction sites, carry out basic duties and build relevant experience to enable them to progress their career onto the next stage allowing them to progress to a level 2 or 3 Qualification. This Level 1 Award will provide the basic knowledge and understanding of health and safety principles and procedures and delivers a comprehensive and technical overview in relation to many construction relevant topics that are operatives require in order to operate safely within the Construction sector. Topics covered include Risk Assessment, Manual Handling, Working at Heights, Moving Vehicles, Dust, Hazardous Substances, Asbestos, Welfare, Personal Hygiene, Fire, Work Equipment, Electricity, Underground Services, PPE, Mandatory signage and more!!!!! Candidates can undertake this qualification in a classroom based delivery followed by the CSCS test within a single day. The administration and photographs are included and the CSCS card is usually received within 5 to 10 days. The one day course can be delivered in any client venue or at various locations around the UK.

Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment - Full Qualification inc CSCS Card
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£270

Basic Life Support Train the Trainer

4.9(1007)

By Caring For Care

Recovery position Bleeding – causes, control measures and risk limitation Shock CPR Demonstration and practice D.R.S.A.B.C. Unconsciousness/ Recovery position Bleeding – causes, control measures and risk limitation Shock CPR Demonstration and practice D.R.S.A.B.C. Unconsciousness/head injuries Choking – responding effectively and practical demonstration

Basic Life Support Train the Trainer
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£450

Suicide First Aid

5.0(2)

By Changing Minds Training

This one-day Suicide First Aid training course gives learners the knowledge and tools to understand that suicide is one of the most preventable deaths and some basic skills can help someone with thoughts of suicide stay safe from their thoughts and stay alive.

Suicide First Aid
Delivered in London or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
£2,495

Beginner Massage Course

5.0(106)

By Btst Academy

This beginner massage course is designed to teach you the basic massage techniques including Effleurage, Petrissage & Tapotement allowing you to massage your nearest and dearest. During the course you will be taught the basic principals of massage along with some basic anatomy in a fun & relaxed way. Venue BTST Academy & Clinic, Holly Farm, Clipstone Road, Edwinstowe, Nottingham, NG21 9JD Course Dates Coming Soon Course Times 9:30am – 4:30pm Price £ 298 Tutor Becky Tyler, BOst, PGSPOP,DipSMT Course Info; Ever fancied learning how to massage?? This beginner massage course is designed to teach you the basic massage techniques including Effleurage, Petrissage & Tapotement allowing you to massage your nearest and dearest. During the course you will be taught the basic principals of massage along with some basic anatomy in a fun & relaxed way. The best part of the day is you will also get a turn in being massaged so don’t forget your shorts 🙂 By the end of the course you will feel comfortable in delivering a nice routine massage for the Legs, Back, shoulders and neck. Course Content Welcome History of Massage Benefits of Massage Performing Massage and Couch Selection Massage Mediums and Client Comfort Contra-Actions and Contra-Indications Massage Techniques; Effleurage, Petrissage & Tapotement MASSAGE practice practice practice Course Qualification Certificate in Basic Massage (No Formal Qualification – this certificate will not allow you to work as a massage therapist) Course Attendance: We ask that if you are unable to attend the course, that you give us 24hours notice so we can fill your space, by contacting us at btstacademy@outlook.com

Beginner Massage Course
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£298

Transmission Lines: Design, Analysis and Applications

By EnergyEdge - Training for a Sustainable Energy Future

About this training course Transmission lines and sub-stations are essential components in the electrical power systems. Proper design and maintenance are crucial for transmission lines to maintain a continuous operation. The objective of this 5-day training course is to deal appropriately with control systems, design characteristics and electric & magnetic fields. Participants will gain a better understanding on the corona and gap discharge phenomena, constructional features, and optimization of the transmission lines. Training Objectives By participating in this course, you will be able to: Understand transmission line design and its application Examine different types of conductors and electrical characteristics Explore basic and general transmission line parameters Prevent overvoltage through insulation design Determine surge impedance and corona effects Calculate and measure electric and magnetic fields Comprehend the impact of audible noise and electromagnetic interference Identify interference within the transmission line systems Target Audience The course will greatly benefit the following groups but not limited to: Electrical Engineers Civil Engineers Transmission & Distribution Engineers Substation Operators Safety Engineers Reliability Engineers Facility & Plant Engineers Technical Engineers Design Engineers Plant Supervisors Electrical Contractors Course Level Basic or Foundation Intermediate Training Methods The training instructor relies on a highly interactive training method to enhance the learning process. This method ensures that all participants gain a complete understanding of all the topics covered. The training environment is highly stimulating, challenging, and effective because the participants will learn by case studies which will allow them to apply the material taught in their own organization. Course Duration: 5 days in total (35 hours). Training Schedule 0830 - Registration 0900 - Start of training 1030 - Morning Break 1045 - Training recommences 1230 - Lunch Break 1330 - Training recommences 1515 - Evening break 1530 - Training recommences 1700 - End of Training The maximum number of participants allowed for this training course is 25. This course is also available through our Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) format. Trainer Your expert course leader is a professional engineer with extensive experience in power system studies, substation design field-testing, and EHS programs settings for Mining and Electrical Utilities sectors. He was formally the Engineering Manager at GE Canada in Ontario. He received his M.Sc. in electrical engineering from the University of New Brunswick and his MBA from Laurier School of Business in Waterloo. He has managed and executed more than 150 engineering projects on substation design EMF audits and power system studies and analyses, EMF audits and grounding audits, for major electrical utilities, mines, oil and gas, data centers, industrial and commercial facilities in Canada and the U.S. He is a certified professional engineer in the provinces of Ontario and Alberta. He has various IEEE publications, has served as a technical reviewer for many IEEE journals in power systems and control systems, and is the chair of the Industry Application Chapter (IAS) for IEEE Toronto Section. He remains a very active member for the IEEE substation committee of IEEE Std. 81 ground testing (WGE6) and IEEE Std. 80 ground design (WGD7). A certified electrical safety trainer by GE Corporate and a Canadian Standard Association (CSA) committee member at the mining advisory panel for electrical safety, he also taught many technical courses all over Canada to industrial customers, electrical consultants as well as to electrical utilities customers. Highlighted Projects: Various Power System Studies for 345/230 kV Stations - Nova Scotia Power (EMERA) RF audits for Telecom tower and antennas - Cogeco/Rogers Mobile Power System analysis - Powell Canada Structural/Geotechnical Design and upgrades - Oakville Hydro Underground Cables testing and sizing - Plan Group Relay programming and design optimization - Cenovus Canada Different Arc Flash Analysis and BESS Design - SNC Lavalin Environmental site assessment (ESA) Phase I/II for multiple stations - Ontario Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) assessment for Toronto LRT expansion - MOSAIC Battery energy storage system (BESS) installation at City of London - Siemens Canada EMF audits for 500 kV Transmission Lines - Hydro One EMF audits for 500 kV Transmission Lines - Hydro Quebec AC interference for 138 kV line modeling and mitigations - HBMS Mine POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Transmission Lines: Design, Analysis and Applications
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£3,320