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RADIUS training course description A fast paced hands-on introduction to RADIUS. Moves from installation and configuration through to packet analysis and accounting. Practical exercises are spread throughout the course to maintain student interest. What will you learn Configure PPP and PAP/CHAP. Install and configure RADIUS servers. Describe how RADIUS works. Setup RADIUS accounting. Analyse RADIUS packets. Troubleshoot RADIUS installations. RADIUS training course details Who will benefit: Network Administrators. Support personnel. Anyone who will be working with RADIUS. Prerequisites: Knowledge of the TCP/IP protocols would be advantageous. Duration 2 days RADIUS training course contents What is RADIUS? AAA services, Authentication, Authorisation, Accounting, local AAA services, remote AAA services, What is RADIUS? RADIUS as a protocol, RADIUS as an architecture, RADIUS as a standard. Installing RADIUS RADIUS platforms, RADIUS servers, client server communications, services, daemons. Hands on Installing RADIUS and testing with NTRadPing. Server configuration Configuring clients on the server, shared secrets, usernames and passwords. IP address pools. Hands on Configuring a server and testing with NTRadPing. Client configuration Example clients, client configuration steps, enabling RADIUS, pointing clients to the server, shared secrets, example Cisco authentication, example Cisco authorization. Hands on Configuring clients for RADIUS. How RADIUS works RADIUS architecture, RADIUS and authentication, PPP, PAP, CHAP, RADIUS SUCCESS, RADIUS FAILURE, the RADIUS protocol stack, the RADIUS protocol, the RADIUS header, RADIUS codes, RADIUS attributes, ACCESS-REQUEST example, ACCESS-ACCECPT example, CHAP example, proprietary attributes, using unassigned type codes, RADIUS attribute 26, Cisco specific attributes. Hands on Analysing RADIUS packets, configuring PPP CHAP to work with RADIUS. RADIUS accounting Simplified operation, Accounting codes, Accounting attributes, client and server configuration for accounting. Hands on Configuring RADIUS accounting. RADIUS architectures Traditional architecture, multiple RADIUS servers for resilience, Proxy RADIUS servers, Realms, RADIUS in VPNs, RADIUS with 802.1x. Hands on Using multiple RADIUS servers, Proxies. Troubleshooting RADIUS General problem solving, basic tools, RADIUS troubleshooting, Common configuration errors, log files, RADIUS design and performance. Hands on Fixing RADIUS problems.

Linux engineer certification training course description LPIC-2 is the second certification in LPI's multi level professional certification program. This course teaches the skills necessary to pass the LPI 201 exam; the first of two LPIC-2 exams. Specifically, the course covers the administration of Linux systems in small to medium sized mixed networks. What will you learn Perform advanced administration tasks. Perform advanced file system administration. Linux engineer certification training course details Who will benefit: Linux administrators. Prerequisites: Linux system administration (LPIC-1) Duration 5 days Linux engineer certification fundamentals training course contents Part I The LPI 201 Exam Starting a System The Linux Boot Process, Firmware Startup, BIOS Startup, UEFI Startup, Linux Bootloaders, GRUB Legacy, GRUB 2, Alternative Bootloaders, Secure Bootloaders, Process Initialization, SysV Method, systemd Method, Upstart Method, System Recovery, Kernel Failures, Root Drive Failure. Maintaining the System Fluid Messaging, Static Messaging, System backups, Backup Strategies, Performing Backups, Installing Programs from Source, Obtaining and unpacking Installation Files, Compiling Programs, Resource Usage: Managing, measuring, predicting and troubleshooting. Mastering the Kernel What Is the Kernel? Kernel Features, Parts of the Kernel, Kernel Versions, Obtaining Source Code, Creating the Configuration File, Compiling and Installing the Kernel, Compiling and Installing Modules, Creating an Initial RAM Disk, Booting the New Kernel, Creating a Kernel Package, Maintaining the Kernel, Working with Module Files, Module Commands, Working with Hardware, Automatically Detecting Hardware, Troubleshooting the Kernel. Managing the Filesystem The Linux Filesystem, Filesystem Structures, Filesystem Types, Making Filesystems, Attaching Filesystems, Memory-Based Linux Filesystems, the Btrfs Filesystem, Btrfs Subvolumes, Btrfs Snapshots, Optical Filesystems, Swap Filesystems, Network-Based Filesystems, Auto-Mounting, Encrypted Filesystems, Maintaining Linux Filesystems, Adjusting a Filesystem, Checking and Repairing a Filesystem, SMART. Administering Advanced Storage Devices Configuring RAID, Implementing RAID on Linux, Managing a RAID Array, Adjusting Storage Devices, Looking at Drive Interface Concepts, Testing and Tuning Drives, Implementing iSCSI, Managing Logical Volumes, LVM, Creating Logical Volumes, Supporting Logical Volumes, Understanding the Device Mapper. Navigating Network Services Networking Basics, The Physical Layer, The Network Layer, The Transport Layer, The Application Layer, Configuring Network Features, Network Configuration Files, Graphical Tools, Command-Line Tools, Basic Network Troubleshooting, Checking the Log Files, the ARP Cache, Sending Test Packets, Testing Network Routes, Testing Client/Server Connectivity, Finding Host Information, Network Security, Advanced Network Troubleshooting, Viewing Open Network Connections, Viewing Network Statistics, Scanning the Network, Capturing Network Traffic.

The “ISO 27001:2022 Lead Implementer ” course provides comprehensive training in the ISO 27001:2022 standard and all its requirements from the Implementer ’s point of view, as well as basic skills necessary to execute the requirements. It’s a practical-oriented training that should be considered “a must” for every ISO 27001:2022 Implementer. This intensive course is specifically designed to participants to serve as ISO 27001:2022 Lead Implementers.

About this training The Seismic Uncertainty Evaluation (SUE) course has evolved after a number of years of work experience in the sub-surface domain. A common question closely related to well planning is the quantification and qualification of depth uncertainty and robust estimation of the volumetric ranges, and this course addresses these topics. Training Objectives Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: Define a structured approach toward seismic depth uncertainty analysis Construct data analytics on seismic products (well logs, velocities, and seismic) Classify advance vertical ray tomography on FWI models to assure a drill ready depth seismic, faults, surfaces, and logs Interpret probabilistic volumetric and automatic spill point control, amplitude conformance closures De-risk the depth uncertainty by providing drilling and completion with a risking score card Target Audience This course is intended for individuals who needs to understand the basic theory and procedures for assessment/ quantification/qualification of all drill-ready products (seismic, faults, horizons, etc.) Geologist Geophysicist Reservoir engineer Drilling engineer Course Level Intermediate Trainer Your expert course leader is a cross-functional Geoscientist and Published Author with 27 years of international experience working in Upstream Petroleum Exploration and Production for Oil and Gas Companies in Australia, India, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, and Oman. During his career he actively supported field development, static & dynamic reservoir modelling & well planning, 3D Seismic data acquisition with Schlumberger & SVUL, 3D seismic data processing with CGG & interpretation, Q.I. and field development with Woodside, Applied Geoscience, and Reliance. 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

Learn what is pressure, what is stress what is anxiety and the main causes of them all. Establish ways of being able to recognise the main symptoms of both stress and anxiety. Have a better understanding of how pressure at home and/or work can lead to stress. Learn some basic techniques to manage pressure so it does not become overwhelming, potentially leading to stress. Also learn that not all sufferers of stress and/or anxiety will suffer the same symptoms and that not all treatments are suitable for all.

Complete C# programming training course description This training course teaches developers the programming skills that are required for developers to create Windows applications using the C# language. Students review the basics of C# program structure, language syntax, and implementation details, and then consolidate their knowledge throughout the week as they build an application that incorporates several features of the .NET Framework. What will you learn Use the syntax and features of C#. Create and call methods, catch and handle exceptions, and describe the monitoring requirements of large-scale applications. Implement a typical desktop application. Create class, define and implement interfaces, and create and generic collections. Read and write data to/from files. Build a GUI using XAML. Complete C# programming training course details Who will benefit: Programmers wishing to learn C#. Prerequisites: Developers attending this course should already have gained some limited experience using C# to complete basic programming tasks. Duration 5 days Complete C# programming training course contents Review of C# Syntax Overview of Writing Applications using C#, Datatypes, Operators, and Expressions. C# Programming Language Constructs. Hands on Developing the Class Enrolment Application. Methods, exceptions and monitoring apps Creating and Invoking Methods. Creating Overloaded Methods and Using Optional and Output Parameters. Handling Exceptions. Monitoring Applications. Hands on Extending the Class Enrolment Application Functionality. Developing a graphical application Implementing Structs and Enums. Organizing Data into Collections. Handling Events. Hands on Writing the Grades Prototype Application. Classes and Type-safe collections Creating Classes. Defining and Implementing Interfaces. Implementing Type-safe Collections. Hands on Adding Data Validation and Type-safety to the Grades Application. Class hierarchy using Inheritance Class hierarchies. Extending .NET framework classes. Creating generic types. Hands on Refactoring common functionality into the User Class. Reading and writing local data Reading and Writing Files. Serializing and Deserializing Data. Performing I/O Using Streams. Hands on Generating the Grades Report. Accessing a Database Creating and using entity data models. Querying and updating data by using LINQ. Hands on Retrieving and modifying grade data. Accessing remote data Accessing data across the web and in the cloud. Hands on Modifying grade data in the Cloud. Designing the UI for a graphical applicatione Using XAML to design a User Interface. Binding controls to data. Styling a UI. Hands on Customizing Student Photographs and Styling the Application. Improving performance and responsiveness Implementing Multitasking by using tasks and Lambda Expressions. Performing operations asynchronously. Synchronizing concurrent data access. Hands on Improving the responsiveness and performance of the application. Integrating with unmanaged code Creating and using dynamic objects. Managing the Lifetime of objects and controlling unmanaged resources. Hands on Upgrading the grades report. Creating reusable types and assemblies Examining Object Metadata. Creating and Using Custom Attributes. Generating Managed Code. Versioning, Signing and Deploying Assemblies. Hands on Specifying the Data to Include in the Grades Report. Encrypting and Decrypting Data Implementing Symmetric Encryption. Implementing Asymmetric Encryption. Hands on Encrypting and Decrypting Grades Reports.

Essential IMS training course description The IP Multimedia Core Network Subsystem (IMS) is defined by 3GPP as a new mobile infrastructure. This course studies the discreet elements in the IMS. What will you learn Describe the IMS. Describe the IMS architecture. Explain how charging, security and QoS is handled in the IMS. Explain how the IMS supports service enablers such as Push to talk and Presence. Essential IMS training course details Who will benefit: Telecommunications staff. Prerequisites: Mobile communications overview Duration 2 days Essential IMS training course contents Mobile communications review The role of IP in telecommunications. GSM to IMS. Enhanced multimedia services, Push To, convergence, conferencing, roaming. What is IMS? What it is, why IMS, standard bodies: 3GPP, IETF, OMA, IMS services. MMD comparison. IMS architecture blocks Overview, IMS functions, IMS interfaces, IMS protocols, IMS elements, IMS reference points. Access network, IMS in GSM, CDMA, WiFi & PSTN networks. Core network. Application, Control and Call planes. HSS - User database Identification. The user database, role of HSS, SLF and multiple HSSs. 'Normal' identities, IMPI, IMPU. IMS signalling: SIP What is SIP? SIP URI, contact address, UAs, Proxies, basic SIP call flow, SIP sessions. IMS other protocols Megaco, Diameter, XML, XCAP, COPS, RTP/RTCP, SDP, H.324M, IM and MSRP. Call/Session Control Call Session Control Functions (CSCF). Domains. Home networks, visited networks. CSCF and SIP. P-CSCF, P-CSCF discovery, P-CSCF functions. I-CSCF, DNS and I-CSCF. S-CSCF, S-CSCF functions, ENUM lookups. QoS. Example call flows. IMS services Open service platform, Application Servers, profiles, AS interface with S-CSCF. 'Normal' services (Caller ID, Call waiting, transfer…) Push to talk Over Cellular (PoC), IMS conferencing, Group management, IMS Presence, IMS Messaging. Other possible applications. Media servers. (MRFC, MRFP). Gateways IMS PSTN procedures, BGCF, PSTN interface. SGW, MGCF, MGW Charging Architecture, Offline, online and flow based charging, charging reference points, CCF, DIAMETER, ICID, IOI. IMS security IMS security architecture, identities, AAA, public and private user ID, service filters, Cx interface, RADIUS, Diameter protocol, 3GPP AKA, integrity, privacy, NDS, IPSEC, trust, assertion.

Description Register on the Learn AutoCAD Programming using VB.NET - Hands On! today and build the experience, skills and knowledge you need to enhance your professional development and work towards your dream job. Study this course through online learning and take the first steps towards a long-term career. The course consists of a number of easy to digest, in-depth modules, designed to provide you with a detailed, expert level of knowledge. Learn through a mixture of instructional video lessons and online study materials. Receive online tutor support as you study the course, to ensure you are supported every step of the way. Get a certificate as proof of your course completion. The Learn AutoCAD Programming using VB.NET - Hands On! course is incredibly great value and allows you to study at your own pace. Access the course modules from any internet-enabled device, including computers, tablets, and smartphones. The course is designed to increase your employability and equip you with everything you need to be a success. Enrol on the now and start learning instantly! What You Get With This Course Receive a digital certificate upon successful completion of the course Get taught by experienced, professional instructors Study at a time and pace that suits your learning style Get instant feedback on assessments 24/7 help and advice via email or live chat Get full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday) Certificate of Achievement After the successful completion of the final assessment, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate of achievement. The PDF certificate is for 9.99, and it will be sent to you immediately after through e-mail. You can get the hard copy for 15.99, which will reach your doorsteps by post.  Method of Assessment You need to attend an assessment right after the completion of this course to evaluate your progression. For passing the assessment, you need to score at least 60%. After submitting your assessment, you will get feedback from our experts immediately. Who Is This Course For The course is ideal for those who already work in this sector or are aspiring professionals. This course is designed to enhance your expertise and boost your CV. Learn key skills and gain a professional qualification to prove your newly-acquired knowledge.   Course Content Unit 01: Introduction Module 01: Course Outline 00:05:00 Module 02: Introduction 00:01:00 Module 03: Who is this Course for? 00:01:00 Module 04: What will I learn from this Course? 00:01:00 Module 05: What is VB.NET? 00:01:00 Module 06: What is AutoCAD .NET API? 00:01:00 Module 07: What are the advantages of programming in AutoCAD .NET API? 00:01:00 Module 08: Hands-on Projects overview 00:06:00 Unit 02: Exploring AutoCAD .NET API Components Module 01: AutoCAD .NET API Components Overview 00:01:00 Module 02: AutoCAD .NET API Assemblies 00:02:00 Module 03: Understanding AutoCAD Object Hierarchy 00:03:00 Module 04: AutoCAD .NET API Application Object 00:02:00 Module 05: AutoCAD .NET API Document Object 00:02:00 Module 06: AutoCAD .NET API Database Object 00:04:00 Unit 03: Hello AutoCAD from VB.NET Module 01: Section Overview 00:01:00 Module 02: Installing Visual Studio 2019 00:05:00 Module 03: Setting up Visual Studio 2019 Integrated Development Environment (IDE) 00:04:00 Module 04: Creating First VB.NET Plugin (Hello AutoCAD) 00:12:00 Module 05: Different ways to communicate with the User 00:04:00 Module 06: Configuring VS2019 Target Processor 00:10:00 Unit 04: Creating AutoCAD Objects using VB.NET Module 01: Creating AutoCAD Object using VB.NET Overview 00:01:00 Module 02: Creating DrawObjects Project 00:04:00 Module 03: Creating a Line Object using VB.NET 00:15:00 Module 04: Creating a MText Object using VB.NET 00:12:00 Module 05: Creating a Circle Object using VB.NET 00:09:00 Module 06: Creating an Arc Object using VB.NET 00:07:00 Module 07: Creating a Polyline Object using VB.NET 00:08:00 Module 08: Creating Multiple Circles Vertically 00:09:00 Module 09: Creating Multiple Circles Horizontally 00:05:00 Unit 05: Manipulating AutoCAD Objects using VB.NET Module 01: Manipulating AutoCAD Objects Overview 00:01:00 Module 02: Creating the Project ManipulateObjects 00:04:00 Module 03: Creating the SingleCopy Method 00:13:00 Module 04: Creating the MultipleCopy Method 00:11:00 Module 05: Creating the EraseObject Method 00:12:00 Module 06: Creating the MoveObject method 00:07:00 Module 07: Creating the MirrorObject method 00:10:00 Module 08: Creating the RotateObject method 00:07:00 Module 09: Creating the ScaleObject method 00:05:00 Module 10: Creating the OffsetObject method 00:05:00 Unit 06: Exploring AutoCAD Dictionaries using VB.NET Module 01: Exploring AutoCAD Dictionaries - Overview 00:02:00 Module 02: Creating LayersLineTypesAndStyles Project 00:06:00 Module 03: Creating the ListLayers Method 00:11:00 Module 04: Creating the CreateLayer Method 00:10:00 Module 05: Creating the UpdateLayer Method 00:12:00 Module 06: Creating the SetLayerOnOff Method 00:08:00 Module 07: Creating the SetLayerFrozenOrThaw Method 00:04:00 Module 08: Creating the DeleteLayer Method 00:05:00 Module 09: Creating the LockUnlockLayer Method 00:04:00 Module 10: Creating the SetLayerToObject Method 00:08:00 Module 11: Creating the ListLineTypes Method 00:09:00 Module 12: Creating the LoadLineType Method 00:07:00 Module 13: Creating the SetCurrentLineType Method 00:05:00 Module 14: Creating the DeleteLineType Method 00:09:00 Module 15: Creating the SetLineTypeToObject Method 00:05:00 Protected: Module 16: Exploring TextStyles - Overview 00:01:00 Module 17: Creating the ListStyles Method 00:08:00 Module 18: Creating the UpdateCurrentTextStyleFont Method 00:12:00 Module 19: Creating the SetCurrentTextStyle Method 00:08:00 Module 20: Creating the SetTextStyleToObject Method 00:08:00 Unit 07: User Interactions in VB.NET Module 01: User Input Functions - Overview 00:02:00 Module 02: Creating the UserInteractions Project 00:03:00 Module 03: Creating the GetName Method 00:11:00 Module 04: Creating the SetLayer Method using the GetString function 00:12:00 Module 05: Creating the CreateLineUsingGetpoint Method 00:11:00 Module 06: Creating the CalculateDefinedArea Method 00:17:00 Module 07: Creating the DrawObjectsUsingGetKeywords Method 00:14:00 Module 08: Creating the GetDistanceBetweenTwoPoints Method 00:05:00 Module 09: Creating the CountObjects Method 00:15:00 Unit 08: Selection Sets and Filters Module 01: Selection Sets and Filters - Overview 00:13:00 Module 02: Creating the SelectionSets Project 00:05:00 Module 03: Creating the SelectAllAndChangeLayer Method 00:12:00 Module 04: Creating the SelectObjectOnScreen Method 00:08:00 Module 05: Creating the SelectWindowAndChangeColor Method 00:06:00 Module 06: Creating the SelectCrossingAndDelete Method 00:05:00 Module 07: Creating the SelectFenceAndChangeLayer Method 00:06:00 Module 08: Creating the CountPickFirstSelection Method 00:07:00 Module 09: Creating the SelectLines Method 00:13:00 Module 10: Creating the SelectMTexts Method 00:05:00 Module 11: Creating the SelectPlines Method 00:04:00 Module 12: Creating the SelectWalls Method 00:07:00 Module 13: Creating the SelectStairs Method 00:03:00 Module 14: Creating the SelectFrenchDoors Method 00:04:00 Module 15: Creating the SelectBifoldDoors Method 00:03:00 Module 16: Creating CountReceptacles Method 00:04:00 Module 17: Creating the CountLightingFixtures Method 00:10:00 Unit 09: Developing Projects - Hands On Module 01: Developing Projects - Hands on Overview 00:02:00 Module 02: BlocksCounter Plugin Demo 00:03:00 Module 03: Creating the BlocksCounter Project 00:04:00 Module 04: Creating the CountBlocksToTable Method 00:08:00 Module 05: Creating the PromptUser Function 00:08:00 Module 06: Creating the GatherBlocksAndDrawTable Method 00:12:00 Module 07: Continuation of GatherBlocksAndDrawTable Method 00:17:00 Module 08: Running and Debugging the BlocksCounter Project - Part 1 00:15:00 Module 09: Running and Debugging the BlocksCounter Project - Part 2 00:11:00 Module 10: Running and Debugging the BlocksCounter Project - Part 3 00:01:00 Module 11: Creating the ObjectExtractor Plugin Project 00:04:00 Module 12: Creating the ExtractObjects Method 00:07:00 Module 13: Creating the ExtractLine Method 00:16:00 Module 14: Running and Debugging the ExtractLine Method 00:05:00 Module 15: Creating the ExtractCircle Method 00:11:00 Module 16: Creating the ExtractMText Method 00:13:00 Module 17: Creating the ExtractPolyline Method 00:19:00 Module 18: Creating the ExtractBlock Method 00:10:00 Unit 10: Conclusion Module 01: Congratulations and Thank you very much! 00:01:00 Assignment Assignment - 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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The ProxySG 6.6 Basic Administration course is intended for students who wish to master the fundamentals of the ProxySG. It is designed for students who have not taken any previous training courses about the ProxySG. Overview Describe the major Secure Web Gateway functions of the ProxySG.License and configure a ProxySG.Deploy a ProxySG in either explicit or transparent mode.Use the Visual Policy Manager to write policies to manage web filtering, authentication, and SSL traffic management.Use ProxySG access logs to generate reports. The ProxySG 6.6 Basic Administration course is an introduction to deployment options and management of the individual key features offered using the ProxySG 6.6 solution. Introduction to the Symantec ProxySG Secure Web Gateway Describe the functions of a proxy server Differentiate proxy servers from firewalls Describe the key features and benefits of the ProxySG List the various ProxySG models Access online Symantec community resources ProxySG Security Deployment Options Describe the three network deployment methods Describe the three possible roles of the ProxySG ProxySG Management Console Describe the relationship between the Management Console and the ProxySG CLI Describe the primary function of the major areas of the Management Console Use the Management Console to access on-box help and Symantec product documentation Traffic Interception Using Proxy Services Understand the functions of proxy services, listeners, and proxy types Describe the three most common proxy services Explain how the intercept and bypass settings affect what happens to network traffic passing through the ProxySG Explain the function of common global proxy service settings Hypertext Transfer Protocol Understand how a connection is initiated over the transport layer Identify the components of an HTTP URL Explain the two types of HTTP messages: request and response Identify common response codes Introduction to the Visual Policy Manager Describe the relationship among the VPM, CPL, and the Management Console Describe the default processing order for policy layers and rules Describe triggers and actions that can be used in writing policy Identify the types of objects that the VPM supports Describe some of the best practices to be followed when using the VPM to create policy Filtering Web Content Describe the main concepts of web filtering Describe the primary category databases Describe the category types available to policy Describe how WebFilter and WebPulse work together Using Threat Intelligence to Defend the Network Understand Intelligence Services as provided by the Global Intelligence Network Understand Geolocation and Threat Risk Levels and how they can be used in policy Ensuring Safe Downloads Describe how malware can be transmitted via HTTP Explain the methods, advantages, and disadvantages of file type detection Describe some of the considerations in deciding what content to block as possible malware sources Notifying User of Internet Usage Policies Explain the function and various components of built-in and custom exception pages Describe the function of Notify User objects Identify the types of pages that can be sent to users by using Notify User objects Describe splash pages and coaching pages using Notify User objects in the VPM Access Logging on the ProxySG Describe, at a high level, how the ProxySG performs access logging Describe the components of a ProxySG access log facility Identify default log facilities and log formats Describe common use cases for periodic and continuous uploading of access logs

Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving: In-House Training Two critical skillsets for the future of work are critical thinking and creative problem solving. These modes of working and thinking intersect and overlap; both are necessary and both can be taught. Having the ability to exercise creativity while at the same time applying structure and discipline to the thinking process is a key competency in the twenty-first century workplace. This course explores the interplay between critical and creative thinking, and the necessity of each to effective problem solving and decision making. Participants will learn a variety of techniques to apply critical thinking to real-life scenarios. They will experiment with different problem-solving approaches and will learn about cognitive influences on our decisions and choices. The course delves into the business value of creativity and involves participants in actively integrating criticality, creativity, and problem solving. What you will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Explain basic concepts of problem solving Infer types of cognitive biases that impact decision making Utilize types of root cause analysis Differentiate among obstacles to sound decision making Apply a variety of problem-solving approaches / processes to existing challenges Evaluate alternative solution methods using various techniques Analyze real world problem scenarios to determine the lateral thinking type needed to address them Foundation Concepts Definitions Thinking modes and cognitive bias Basic problem-solving framework Problem Definition and Solution Generation Root cause analysis Basic problem-solving obstacles Generating alternative solutions Evaluating Alternatives Critical thinking guidelines Obstacles to sound decision making Tools for evaluating alternatives Exploring Lateral Thinking Problem-solving challenge Workplace application