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Why Choose V-Ray for Rhino Essentials Training? Master photorealistic rendering in Rhino with our intensive V-Ray training. Led by certified experts, learn lighting, material manipulation, rendering configurations, textures, and global illumination.  Check our Website Training Duration: 10 hours Approach: 1-on-1, in-Person and Live online and Customized Content.   Flexibility: 1-on-1 sessions scheduled at your convenience, from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. Vray for Rhino Essentials - 10 Hours Course Session 1: Introduction to Vray and Rhino Integration Overview of Vray: Understanding its importance in architectural and product visualization. Setting up Vray in Rhino: Installation, basic configurations, and interface exploration. Understanding the Rhino-Vray workflow: Navigating between Rhino and Vray seamlessly. Session 2: Basic Lighting Techniques Exploring different light sources: Domes, spotlights, and area lights. Adjusting light intensity and color temperature for realistic ambiance. Creating natural lighting scenarios: Daylight, twilight, and night scenes. Session 3: Mastering Material Creation Introduction to Vray materials: Diffuse, reflection, refraction, and bump maps. Crafting realistic materials: Wood, glass, metal, and fabrics. Utilizing the material editor efficiently for precise adjustments. Session 4: Advanced Rendering Configurations Global Illumination: Understanding photon mapping and irradiance mapping. Fine-tuning render settings: Quality vs. speed, resolution, and anti-aliasing. Exploring Vray frame buffer: Post-processing and image enhancement. Session 5: Texture Manipulation and Mapping Understanding UV mapping: Unwrapping complex geometries for accurate textures. Applying textures in Vray: Diffuse, bump, displacement, and normal maps. Realistic texture manipulation: Scaling, rotation, and blending textures seamlessly. Session 6: Camera Settings and Scene Composition Camera configurations: Focal length, depth of field, and exposure settings. Composing visually appealing scenes: Rule of thirds, focal points, and balance. Rendering interior and exterior scenes: Managing lighting challenges and reflections. Session 7: Real-Time Feedback and Interactive Rendering Introduction to Vray interactive rendering: Real-time feedback for quick adjustments. Utilizing Vray's denoiser for noise reduction in interactive mode. Enhancing productivity with interactive rendering: Modifying materials and lighting on the fly. Session 8: Optimizing Render Times Efficient render optimization techniques: Reducing noise and enhancing quality. Distributed rendering: Utilizing multiple machines for faster rendering. Troubleshooting common rendering issues: Flickering, artifacts, and texture problems. Session 9: Post-Processing and Presentation Post-production in Photoshop: Enhancing renders, adding depth, and adjusting colors. Creating compelling visual narratives: Adding people, context, and atmosphere. Designing professional presentation boards: Layout, annotations, and graphic elements. Session 10: Final Project and Portfolio Review Participants showcase their final Vray-rendered projects. Instructor-led critique and feedback session. Tips for building a strong portfolio: Choosing the best renderings and presenting your work effectively. By the end of this 10-hour course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of Vray for Rhino, enabling them to create photorealistic renderings and significantly enhance their design visualization skills. Upon completing the Vray for Rhino Essentials course, participants will: Master Lighting Techniques: Expertly utilize various light sources. Create realistic lighting scenarios for diverse scenes. Advanced Material Proficiency: Manipulate complex materials and textures for lifelike renders. Understand reflective surfaces and material interaction. Optimize Rendering Settings: Fine-tune render configurations for optimal quality and speed. Implement noise reduction techniques for cleaner renders. Texture Mapping Mastery: Perfect UV mapping methods for accurate texture application. Seamlessly blend textures for realistic surface mapping. Effective Camera Use and Composition: Configure camera settings, depth of field, and exposure. Compose visually appealing scenes for impactful renders. Real-Time Rendering Skills: Utilize interactive rendering for immediate feedback and adjustments. Enhance scenes in real time for efficient workflow. Post-Processing Expertise: Enhance renders in post-production using software tools. Add depth, adjust colors, and create visually compelling final images. Professional Presentation Techniques: Design layouts, annotations, and context to create impactful visual narratives. Curate a strong portfolio with the best-rendered projects. By honing these skills, participants will produce photorealistic renders and significantly enhance their architectural and product visualization capabilities. Skills You'll Gain: Master lighting techniques for realistic visualization. Learn material manipulation and texture enhancement in Vray. Understand advanced rendering configurations for high-quality results. Explore global illumination concepts for lifelike scenes. Career Opportunities: Upon completing Vray for Rhino Essentials, you'll be well-equipped for various roles in the design and visualization industry, including: Architectural Visualizer: Create stunning architectural visualizations for presentations and client approvals. Product Designer: Enhance product design by creating photorealistic prototypes and visualizations. Interior Designer: Craft immersive interior spaces with realistic lighting and material textures. 3D Visualization Artist: Work in animation studios, gaming companies, or marketing agencies, producing high-quality 3D visualizations. Freelance Rendering Specialist: Offer your skills on platforms like Upwork or Fiverr, providing rendering services to clients worldwide. Course Highlights: Acquire fundamental skills in V-Ray for Rhino, covering lighting, materials, and rendering setups. Explore advanced techniques for lifelike textures, reflections, and global illumination effects. Master the workflow for crafting architectural renderings, both interior and exterior. Harness the power of V-Ray features like proxies, fur, and particle systems for dynamic visuals. Optimize render times and quality using efficient techniques and expert tips. Validate your expertise with a Certificate of Completion, showcasing your V-Ray proficiency. Access recorded lessons for future reference, enabling self-paced learning and continuous improvement. Professional Guidance: Learn from certified tutors and industry experts with extensive practical experience. Gain valuable insights and personalized feedback as you progress through the course, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of V-Ray for Rhino.

Would you like to get up to speed on the key debates on telecoms regulation or refresh your understanding of the broader range of regulatory issues? Thanks to our online Telecoms Masterclass, you will understand all you need to know about telecoms regulation in the EU and other regions when applicable and relevant.

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  The GDPR came into effect in May 2018. This legislation is designed to guide organisations in their obligations relative to the processing of personal and sensitive data. About This Course   Organisations are required to comply with the GDPR regardless of their size of business. If you process 'personal data', there is a potential need to be compliant with the legislation. The scope of the GDPR considers how this information is collected, stored, used, transported, shared and disposed of. To ensure organisations' understand this obligation, this interactive one-day course considers both scoping and auditing of an organisations processing activities, as well as an understanding of compliance with GDPR.  Learning Outcomes; GDPR - what is it and how does it apply to us? Personal and sensitive data Lawful basis for processing Consent and the GDPR The Data Protection Act 2018 Data Subject rights The role of the ICO Data breach or Incident? Privacy by Design and by default GDPR Audit checklist Prerequisites   There are no prerequisites to attend this course, however all attendees are expected to have a basic understanding of the Data Protection principles. What's Included?   Refreshments & Lunch (Classroom courses only) Course Slide Deck Quizzes Who Should Attend?   The course is designed for any member of the organisation whose role includes processing personal data. Data Protection Officers, Information Security team members or Information Governance Leads who may also see benefit in attending. Accreditation Assessment    There is no exam with this course but delegates do receive a Course Attendance Certificate and an 8 hour CPD Certificate. Provided by   This course is Accredited by NACS and administered by the IECB

In this live course, I share my insights from my experience as a school librarian and governors’ clerk, into how teachers use children's books in the classroom, what they are looking for in school visits and how to prepare for them. I will be joined by voice coach, Cat Clancy, and confidence coach, Vie Portland.

Click to read more about this training, in which we demonstrate a live problem solving approach which is based on the active participation of family members. Course Category Inclusion Parents and Carers Behaviour and relationships Problem Solving Description In this training we demonstrate a live problem solving approach which is based on the active participation of family members. ‘Family Circles’ is an evolving new approach to problem solving with families and is based on our years of family work and the development and use of the Circle of Adults process. Inspired by our own Parent Solutions work and the Circle of Adults process as well as Family Group Conferencing and other Restorative Interventions we bring you Family Circles. Essentially the approach involves gathering a family together for a process that is facilitated but majors on the family members offering each other their wisdom and ideas. The approach is capacity focused, person centred approach to working with families rather than the dominant deficit oriented and ‘medical model’ of viewing and planning for or doing things to families. This training can be modelled with a group of professionals or better still with a family. In our work with families we develop the importance of naming stories or theories and seeking linkages and synthesis between what is found out and explored about the family situation and its history. We like participants to sit with the uncertainty, to reflect on the question ‘why’ but without judgement of each other. Deeper reflections may span a whole range of perspectives from ‘within person’ considerations, to situational or systemic possibilities. Health or emotional issues can be reflected on alongside organisational or transactional aspects of what is going on for the family. The better the shared understanding the better the strategy or actions which emerge from these meetings. Quality hypotheses with a close fit to reality lead to more effective implementation in the real world. We encourage ‘loose’ thinking, a search for connections, deeper listening, an ‘open mind’, speculation and exploration without moral judgements. From this stance self-reflection as well as reflection on the situation can produce remarkable insights. The quality of theories or new stories generated is directly influenced by family members’ experiences and the models of learning, behaviour and emotion, systems, educational development, change and so on that they have been exposed to.  Learning Objectives To provide opportunities for: Shared problem solving in a safe exploratory climate in which the family will find its own solutions. Individuals to reflect on their own actions and strategies An exploration of whole-family processes and their impact Emotional support and shared understandings of issues at a child, parent, family, school and community level. Feed back to each other on issues, ideas and strategies that are agreed to be worth sharing with them. Who Is It For? Anyone interested in working with families in a way that builds and makes use of their capacities rather than focus on their challenges and difficulties. Social Care teams School staff Community organisers Educational Psychologists Course Content True family empowerment Deepening shared stories and understandings Facilitating groups Problem solving process Handling family group communication Allowing direct feedback and challenge between participants in a safe way Building relationships Process: Family members are welcomed: Introductions are carried out, ground rules and aims clarified whilst coffee is drunk. A recap from the last session is carried out: To follow up developments and reflections after the last meeting. One issue is selected for the main focus Issue presentation: The family member who raised the concern is asked questions to tell the ‘story’ of the issue or problem. Additional questions/information from the group about the problem are gathered: Ground rules may need to be observed carefully here. Individual participants need to be kept focused and prevented from leaping to premature conclusions or to making ‘helpful’ suggestions about strategy. Relationship aspects to the problem are explored. Metaphors and analogies are invited. How would a fly on the wall see your relationship? If you were alone together on a desert island, what would it be like? Impact of previous relationships/spillage from one relationship to another are explored. Eg what situation they are reminded of? For instance, does this situation remind you of any of those angry but helpless feelings you had with your other son when he was an adolescent? This provides opportunities to reflect on how emotions rub off on other people. The parent feels really frustrated, and on reflection we can see that so does the child System/Organisation factors (Family system/school and community systems and so on): What aspects help or hinder the problem? For instance, does the pastoral system of the local school provide space, or time and skilled personnel able to counsel this young person and work actively with their parents? Synthesis. At this stage the Graphic facilitator summarises what they have heard. They then go on to describe linkages and patterns in what they have heard. This can be very powerful. The person doing the graphic work has been able to listen throughout the presentation process and will have been struck by strong messages, emotions and images as they have arisen. The story and meaning of what is happening in the situation may become a little clearer at this point. Typical links may be ‘mirrored emotions’ strong themes such as loss and separation issues, or repeated processes such as actions triggering rejection. This step provides an excellent grounding for the next process of deepening understanding. What alternative strategies/interventions are open to be used? Brainstormed and recorded. ’Either/ors’ need to be avoided at this time also. This needs to be a shared session in which the family member who is presenting the concern contributes as much as anyone. Care is needed to ensure that this person is not overloaded with other people’s strategies. The final selection of strategy or strategies from the brainstormed list is the problem presenter’s choice. Strategies might include: a special time for the young person, a meeting with the child’s parents to explore how she is being managed at home and to share tactics, a home-school diary, counselling, or an agreed action plan that all are aware of, agreed sanctions and rewards and so forth. Strategies may productively involve processes of restitution and restoration, when ‘sorry’ is not enough. Making it right, rather than punishments or rewards, may then becomes the focus. First Steps. The problem presenter is finally asked to agree one or two first steps which they can carry out over the next 3-7 days. It can help to assign a ‘coach’ who will check in with them to ensure they have carried out the action they have named. This is a time to be very specific. Steps should be small and achievable. The person is just ‘making a start’. A phone call, or making an agreement with a key other person not present at the meeting would be ideal examples. Final reflections. Sometimes referred to as a ‘round of words’ help with closure for all involved. Reflections are on the process not the problem. In large families this is best done standing in a circle. In smaller groups all can remain sitting. Passing around a ‘listening stick’ or something similar such as a stone or light heighten the significance of the process ending and improve listening. Finally the problem presenter is handed the ‘Graphic’ this is their record of the meeting and can be rolled and presented ceremoniously by the facilitators for maximum effect! If you liked this course you may well like: Parent Solutions

Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Masterclass Training, your gateway to Photoshop and Illustrator. Learn with the best software for publishing and marketing materials. This comprehensive training covers Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, offering step-by-step tutorials tailored for creative professionals. Click here for more info: Website Duration: 10 hours Approach: Individualized, Tailored Content, Flexible Pace, Personal Support Scheduling Flexibility: 1-on-1 sessions from Mon to Sat, 9 am to 7 pm, based on your availability. Course Title: Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Mastery Workshop Duration: 10 Hours (Divided into 10 Modules) Module 1: Introduction to Adobe Photoshop (1 hour) Familiarization with Photoshop interface and tools Understanding bitmap graphics and resolution Basic image editing techniques (cropping, resizing, color adjustments) Significance of layers in design Module 2: Essential Photoshop Tools (1 hour) Mastery of selection tools (Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand) Understanding brushes and their settings Introduction to the Pen tool for precise selections Working adeptly with layers and layer styles Module 3: Advanced Image Editing (1 hour) Proficiency in advanced color adjustments (Curves, Levels, Hue/Saturation) Techniques for photo retouching and manipulation Creating composite images using blending modes Application of filters and special effects for creative designs Module 4: Introduction to Adobe Illustrator (1 hour) Exploration of Illustrator interface and tools Working with vector graphics and paths Basic shapes and drawing tools Understanding anchor points and handles Module 5: Creating Vector Artwork (1 hour) Expert use of the Pen tool for precise vector illustration Creating and editing shapes and objects Mastery in handling gradients and patterns Understanding the Appearance panel Module 6: Illustrator Typography (1 hour) Text tools and advanced formatting options Crafting text effects and artistic typography Integration of text with shapes and images Working adeptly with text on a path Module 7: Combining Photoshop and Illustrator (1 hour) Importing Illustrator files into Photoshop and vice versa Efficient use of smart objects and vector shapes in Photoshop Creation of custom brushes and patterns in Illustrator for seamless use in Photoshop Designing posters and flyers by combining elements from both software Module 8: Integration with InDesign (1 hour) Exporting assets from Photoshop and Illustrator for InDesign Crafting layouts in InDesign using assets from both programs Understanding print and digital design nuances Preparing files for printing and online use Module 9: Advanced Techniques and Tips (1 hour) Creating custom actions and automation in Photoshop Mastery in advanced selection techniques Utilizing Illustrator's advanced tools (Pathfinder, Shape Builder, etc.) Exploration of creative design styles and trends Module 10: Final Projects and Portfolio (1 hour) Individual or group projects incorporating Photoshop and Illustrator skills Detailed review and feedback on the projects Preparation of a portfolio showcasing the work   Upon completion of the Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Mastery Workshop, participants will: Master Advanced Design Techniques: Acquire expert skills in both Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, delving into advanced tools, filters, and effects for intricate design work. Seamlessly Integrate Software: Learn to seamlessly integrate Photoshop and Illustrator, enabling the creation of dynamic and visually appealing designs by leveraging the unique strengths of both programs. Develop Creative Problem-Solving: Cultivate creative problem-solving abilities by exploring diverse design styles and industry-relevant trends, empowering the creation of innovative and captivating visuals. Construct Professional Portfolios: Gain the expertise to construct professional portfolios, showcasing a diverse range of projects incorporating advanced Photoshop and Illustrator techniques. Collaborate on Real-World Projects: Collaborate effectively on real-world design projects, combining Photoshop and Illustrator skills to produce high-quality marketing materials, promotional content, and digital artwork. Career Opportunities: Upon mastering Photoshop and Illustrator, participants can pursue a range of creative careers, including: Graphic Designer: Craft visually appealing designs for print and digital media, ranging from marketing materials to social media graphics. Digital Illustrator: Create intricate digital illustrations and artworks for various applications, including book covers, digital publications, and games. Web Designer: Develop engaging and user-friendly website layouts and elements, optimizing user experience through appealing visuals. Advertising Artist: Design compelling advertisements for print and online platforms, captivating audiences and promoting brands effectively. Freelance Designer: Work as a freelance designer, taking on diverse projects from clients and agencies, showcasing versatility in both Photoshop and Illustrator skills. By mastering these Adobe tools, participants open doors to a multitude of creative opportunities in the ever-expanding digital design industry. Skills Acquired: Participants in the Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Masterclass Training will develop advanced skills in vector graphics, digital illustration, and photo manipulation using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Key skills include: Precision Vector Graphic Design in Illustrator Creative Digital Illustration Techniques Advanced Photo Editing and Manipulation in Photoshop Job Opportunities: Upon completion, individuals can pursue roles such as: Graphic Designer Digital Illustrator Advertising Creative Branding Specialist Elevate Your Design Skills: Master Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, crafting stunning graphics, logos, and digital illustrations. Understand design principles, tools, and workflows. Receive a recognized Certificate of Completion and access recorded lessons for future reference. Expert Guidance, Your Schedule: Learn from certified experts, tailored to your timetable-flexible online or in-person sessions, Monday to Sunday, 9 am to 8 pm. Enjoy lifetime email support for seamless learning. Unleash Your Creativity Today: Enroll now to ignite your creative potential in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Elevate your designs effortlessly.

Introduction to Project Management: Virtual In-House Training This course provides practical insights into what is project management and how it is performed in a structured manner. This course provides practical insights into what is project management and how it is performed in a structured manner. You will learn how projects are selected, initiated, planned, executed, monitored and control, as well as closed, which could serve you ubiquitously. The goal of this course is to provide a minimally essential orientation to practical project management concepts, tools, and techniques. You will be provided with enough of these that can be applied from both a project manager and a key stakeholder perspective. What you Will Learn You will learn how to: Articulate on the basics of the project management profession Explain project management terms and concepts in practice Speak on how projects originate in mature organizations Employ a disciplined approach to initiating, planning, and managing projects to closure Identify and describe the roles and responsibilities of key project stakeholders Consider standard project processes to implement based upon the PMBOK® Guide Getting Started Introductions Course orientation Participants' expectations Foundation Concepts Key terms and concepts Organizational framework Leadership framework Originating and Initiating Originating projects Initiating projects Planning Planning overview Scope and quality planning Resources and risk planning Schedule and cost planning Project baselining Executing and Controlling Executing Monitoring and Controlling Closing Project closing overview Closing administratively Closing financially Summary and Next Steps Review of goals, objectives, key concepts, and expectations Evaluations

Essential DHCP training course description Almost all businesses use DHCP. This course builds on delegates existing IP knowledge and focuses on IP Address management using DHCP. Also covered is the role of DHCP in plug and play environments. What will you learn Explain how DHCP works. Configure DHCP servers. Troubleshoot DHCP. Essential DHCP training course details Who will benefit: Anyone working with TCP/IP. Prerequisites: TCP/IP Foundation for engineers Duration 1 day Essential DHCP training course contents Introduction What is DHCP?, IP configuration: Address, mask, default gateway, DNS. History of DHCP: RARP, BOOTP. Hands on Client configuration, releasing and renewing. DHCP servers Installation. Base configuration: Scope. Lease period. DHCP options. Hands on Server setup, Impact of lease times. Server monitoring. How DHCP works Client states. Obtaining, renewing leases. DHCP messages: DISCOVER, OFFER, REQUEST, NAK, ACK, DECLINE, RELEASE, INFORM. Hands on Troubleshooting DHCP using Wireshark. DHCP architecture DHCP relay agents. Server platforms, resilience, DHCP fail over, split scopes. Dynamic DNS and DHCP. Hands on DDNS, routers, Troubleshooting.

Local authorities are being encouraged to seek the views of young people in relation to the services they receive. Schools and the whole range of support services (e.g. behaviour support, youth offending teams, social services, CAMHS etc.) are being expected to routinely ask young people for their views. This goes beyond involving young people in plans that concern them e.g care plans, individual education plans, pastoral support plans etc. Online Course now available via Teachable Platform – Ask the Children Learn at your own pace… lots of text and video support Course Category Peer Support Description Local authorities are being encouraged to seek the views of young people in relation to the services they receive. Schools and the whole range of support services (e.g. behaviour support, youth offending teams, social services, CAMHS etc.) are being expected to routinely ask young people for their views. This goes beyond involving young people in plans that concern them e.g care plans, individual education plans, pastoral support plans etc. This training will focus on how young people can be effectively engaged in giving their views and will present a model for use in evaluating services to young people based on the concept of resilience. This model enables young people to be clear about what has helped and hindered them in being able to overcome difficulties. It also provides a framework for evaluating the extent to which services are reducing risk and increasing protective factors to enable young people to develop the resilience. Testimonials ‘Yet again inspiring and opening more doors than I can go through’? ‘This opened a lot of avenues for thought and reflection. It will help me to help colleagues to see where they can improve practice to create a more inclusive environment within the whole school.’ ‘Some great ideas and restored my self belief! Fantastic’ Learning Objectives Strategies for engaging young people Knowledge and Understanding of resilience In relation to system and environmental factors Strategies for reducing risk and increasing protective factors In relation to Individual young people and services Evaluation framework for services to young people Who Is It For ? Youth offending teams Social services CAMHS Primary and secondary teachers Heads and Deputies SENCOs Learning Support and Guidance staff Advanced Skills Teachers Parents Local Authority Support Services Community Development workers Early Years and School based Practitioners Social work staff Health Services Course Content The course answers the questions : How can we truly involve pupils? Practically how do we go about listening to pupils views? What if we do not like what they tell us? How can we involve our most disaffected young people? Key themes Tools for engaging young people and gaining their views The concept of resilience System and environmental risk and protective factors that impact on young people’s resilience Reducing risk and Increasing protective factors Resilience planning for Individuals and services Evaluating services to young people If you liked this course you may well like: CIRCLES OF FRIENDS