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Who is this course for? Sketchup Artificial Intelligence Training Course. Mastering SketchUp Artificial Intelligence (AI) is essential for designers, offering automation, efficiency, and innovative solutions. It saves time, enhances visualizations, fosters collaboration, and future-proofs skills, ensuring a competitive edge in the design industry. Click here for more info: Website How to Book? 1-on-1 training. Customize your schedule from Mon to Sat from 9 am to 7 pm Call to book Duration: 16 hours. Method: In-person or Live Online Sketchup and (Artificial Intelligence) Stable Diffusion Rendering Course (16 hours) Module 1: Sketchup Fundamentals (2 hours) Sketchup software overview and interface navigation Introduction to basic drawing tools and fundamental geometry creation techniques Module 2: Texturing and Material Mastery (2 hours) Application of textures and customization of materials Exploration of texture mapping and comprehensive material libraries Module 3: Illumination and Shadows (2 hours) Comprehending lighting principles and strategic light placement Crafting realistic shadows and reflections Module 4: Advanced Modeling Techniques (3 hours) Creating intricate shapes and harnessing advanced modeling tools Efficiently managing groups, components, and modifiers Module 5: Stable Diffusion Rendering (2 hours) Initiating stable diffusion rendering Optimizing rendering settings for superior outcomes Module 6: Scene Composition and Camera Configuration (2 hours) Exploring composition principles and camera perspectives Scene management and creation of captivating walkthrough animations Module 7: Rendering Optimization Strategies (2 hours) Techniques for optimizing models to expedite rendering Application of render passes and post-processing methods Module 8: Real-World Projects and Portfolio Building (1 hour) Application of acquired skills in completing authentic projects Professional portfolio presentation techniques Optional: Stable Diffusion and Python Installation (Additional 10 hours) Module 1: Introduction to Stable Diffusion and Python Comprehensive understanding of Stable Diffusion and Python's significance Module 2: System Prerequisites Hardware and software requirements for successful installation Module 3: Python Installation Guide Step-by-step installation process for various operating systems Module 4: Configuring Python Environment Configuration of environment variables and package managers Module 5: Stable Diffusion Installation Downloading and installing the Stable Diffusion package Module 6: Setting Up the Development Environment Configuration of integrated development environments (IDEs) for Python and Stable Diffusion Module 7: Troubleshooting and Common Issues Identification and resolution of common installation errors Module 8: Best Practices and Recommendations Effective management of Python and Stable Diffusion installations Module 9: Practical Applications and Projects Hands-on exercises exemplifying the practical usage of Stable Diffusion and Python Module 10: Advanced Topics (Optional) Exploration of advanced features and techniques Stable Diffusion https://stablediffusionweb.com https://stable-diffusion-ui.github.io https://stability.ai/stable-diffusion Upon successful completion of the Sketchup and Stable Diffusion Rendering Course with a focus on AI image rendering, participants will achieve the following: 1. Mastery of AI Image Rendering: Attain expertise in employing AI-powered rendering techniques to produce realistic and top-quality visualizations. 2. Proficiency in Sketchup for 3D Modeling: Navigate the software adeptly, utilize drawing tools with proficiency, and craft intricate 3D models. 3. Enhanced Rendering Optimization: Implement AI-based rendering to enhance model visuals, resulting in faster rendering times and superior image quality. 4. Application of AI-driven Lighting and Shadows: Employ AI algorithms for precise lighting placement, shadows, and reflections, elevating the realism of renderings. 5. Development of a Professional Portfolio: Present AI-rendered projects within a polished professional portfolio, highlighting advanced image rendering capabilities. 1. Mastering Sketchup: Attain proficiency in Sketchup, a renowned and user-friendly 3D modeling software, equipping you with the skills needed to adeptly create and manipulate 3D models. 2. Advanced Rendering Expertise: Explore stable diffusion rendering, an avant-garde technique that simplifies the creation of realistic and high-quality renderings. Broaden your rendering capabilities, producing visually stunning representations of your designs. 3. Practical Industry Applications: Cultivate practical skills relevant to diverse industries, encompassing architecture, interior design, product development, and visualization. Elevate your professional portfolio with captivating renderings that showcase your design prowess. 4. Interactive Learning: Participate in hands-on exercises and projects that promote active learning and the practical application of concepts. Benefit from personalized feedback and expert guidance, ensuring your continuous progress throughout the course. 5. Career Advancement: Elevate your career prospects by adding valuable skills to your toolkit. Proficiency in crafting detailed 3D models and impressive renderings through stable diffusion techniques opens doors to diverse job opportunities within the design and visualization sector. 6. Flexibility and Convenience: Access course materials online and learn at your own pace. Enjoy the flexibility of tailoring the coursework to your schedule, allowing you to harmonize your learning journey with other commitments. Course Advantages: Tailored Learning: Enjoy personalized 1-on-1 sessions, accommodating your schedule from Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 7 pm. Mastery of Sketchup: Develop proficiency in the widely-used and user-friendly 3D modeling software, enabling efficient creation and manipulation of 3D models. Advanced Rendering Proficiency: Acquire expertise in stable diffusion rendering for producing realistic, high-quality renderings that enhance the visual appeal of your designs. Practical Applicability: Develop practical skills applicable across diverse domains, including architecture, interior design, product development, and visualization, enriching your professional portfolio. Interactive Practical Experience: Engage in hands-on exercises with personalized guidance from seasoned instructors, ensuring consistent progress in your skillset. Career Progression: Boost your career opportunities by gaining valuable skills in 3D modeling and generating impressive renderings through stable diffusion techniques. Comprehensive Support: Benefit from free portfolio reviews, mock interviews, and career advice, providing additional resources to enhance your professional journey.
The IMI PAC course in High Performance Light Vehicle Tyre Fitting is 3 days in duration and is aimed at light vehicle tyre fitters wishing to update their skills and knowledge for today’s modern tyre types and designs. A minimum of 3 months practical light vehicle tyre fitting experience is required as this is not an introductory course. We also run a 1 day basic, non certificated course if for those without the tyre fitting experience, please contact for further details. Successful candidates will receive an IMI Professional Achievement Certificate in High Performance Light Vehicle Tyre Fitting. As well as being recognised throughout the Motor Industry, this qualification will also count towards the NTDA tyre Technician Professional development Scheme’s Licenced Retail Tyre Technician licence (LRTT). / Course Details: One day classroom based theory session One day workshop practice session One day examination and assessment Course Fees £475.00 + VAT. per person Please contact us for group rates Course Content Theoretical Health & Safety Light Vehicle Tyre construction identification Run-flat technologies Light Vehicle Wheel rim identification Light Vehicle Tyre sidewall markings (including lyre labeling) Construction & Use regulations Limits of wear and serviceability Fault identification methods Tyre & Inner tube repairs conforming to BSAU159g Practical Tyre inspection and fault reporting Safe vehicle jacking Safe removal and replacement of road wheels Safe wheel balancing Safe tyre removal and replacement (High Performance & Run Flat) Safe tubeless tyre and inner tube repair IMI assessment and test A multi-choice theory question paper Four practical assessments, observed by an IMI approved assessor. What’s included Fully qualified and experienced trainers Course booklet Examinations Fees and Certification One year IMI membership To find out more, please use the live chat function, visit our contact page or call us on 024 76325880
PMI-PBA® Exam Prep The course provides targeted exam preparation support for PMI®'s Professional in Business Analysis exam candidates, including a content review of The PMI Guide to Business Analysis, a review of the PMI-PBA® reference books, and an exam preparation tutorial. You will be given a Study Guide that you can re-use to assess your knowledge gaps as part of your Personal Action Plan. Your score on this for each Knowledge Area can be compared to your results on the quiz at the end of each course module to guide your study efforts. What you will Learn Upon completion, participants will be able to: Demonstrate familiarity with the structure, content and framework of The PMI Guide to Business Analysis Explain the six Knowledge Areas of The PMI Guide to Business Analysis, as well as, their inter-relationships with each other and the six Process Groups Differentiate among the five business analysis domains in the project life cycle Create a personal action plan to study and prepare for the PMI-PBA® Exam Getting Started PMI-PBA Examination Certification Process The Credential Examination Foundation Concepts for PMI-PBA® Prep Business analysis terminology and definitions Business analysis project, program, and portfolio management Product and project life cycles Skills and qualities of a business analyst Introduction to Business Analysis in Projects Business analysis overview How organizations implement business analysis Business analyst and project manager relationships Requirements definitions and types Practice quiz On-Demand Segment A: Define the Business Problem (Pre-work for Needs Assessment) Needs Assessment Review Needs Assessment knowledge area Identify problem or opportunity Assess current and future state Determine options and provide recommendations Facilitate product roadmap development Assemble business case Practice quiz Stakeholder Engagement Review Stakeholder Engagement knowledge area Identify Stakeholders and conduct analysis Determine Stakeholder engagement and communication approach Conduct business analysis planning Practice quiz On-Demand Segment B: The Elicitation Plan (Pre-work for Elicitation) Elicitation Review Elicitation knowledge area Determine Elicitation approach Preparing for Elicitation Conducting Elicitation Confirming Elicitation results Practice quiz On-Demand Segment C: Overview of Requirements Analysis (Pre-work for Analysis) Analysis Review Analysis knowledge area Determine Analysis approach Create and analyze models Define requirements and acceptance criteria Verify, validate, and prioritize requirements Identify and analyze product risks Assess product design options Practice quiz Traceability and Monitoring Review Traceability and Monitoring knowledge area Determine Traceability and Monitoring approach Establish relationships and dependencies Select and approve requirements Make changes to requirements and other product information Practice quiz Solution Evaluation Review Solution Evaluation knowledge area Evaluate solution performance Determine solution evaluation approach Evaluate acceptance results and address defects Obtain solution acceptance for release Practice quiz Exam Application and Preparation Process Applying for the Exam Studying for the Exam Sitting for the Exam Reviewing your Knowledge Gap Practice Exam Study Guide - a reliable learning aid Summary and Next Steps Crystallizing the Business Analysis Domains Developing a Personal Action Plan for Exam Study
The leader of today has greater challenges than ever before in terms of unlocking human potential in their organisation and delivering results. This programme will help you achieve those aims and help you initiate and manage change more effectively. In particular, it will help you to: Develop an effective strategy to achieve your business goals Understand the role of emotional intelligence in leadership Take away a practical leadership tool-kit Develop a more dynamic approach through enhanced strategic creativity Broaden your understanding of the corporate culture to increase your influence within it Improve your persuasion and influencing skills to achieve your strategic goals Learn the key functions of strategic leadership In today’s world, one of the main aims of the leader is to develop the capability of the organisation to handle change and the challenges of the future even if those challenges have yet to be discovered. Leading in the organisational setting is becoming increasingly difficult because of the increase in regulation in all sectors and the risk of litigation. All organisations need leaders who can handle these challenges effectively, in particular the complexities of organisational life. At the same time, people who feel they are led effectively from the top find it easier to cope with and perform under higher pressure levels and therefore achieve the ultimate business goals Who should attend? This programme has been specifically designed for senior managers and those middle managers who are on the fast track to senior positions. It is suitable for both public and private sector individuals and all senior managers, executives and directors who understand the benefits both personally and professionally of developing strategic leadership skills. Practical training methods The course leader uses a broad range of learning techniques including short input sessions, individual development exercises, group work and case studies to provide a strong mix between practical training and giving a sound foundation of strategic leadership theory. The course provides you with a unique opportunity to put into practice what you have learnt and benefit from the observations and perceptions of the other course members. Leadership is less about doing and more about being. Day One Introduction and objectives The need for strategic leadership The roots of leadership How thought on leadership has developed Current perceptions on strategic leadership The leadership/management debate People and process issues The integrated approach to deliver results Levels of leadership The capabilities required at the strategic level The difference between strategic leadership and strategy Qualities and capabilities of strategic leaders Illustration through case studies Review of strategic capability Developing specific leadership qualities A review of strategic capability using case study examples Developing an approach to leadership Reviewing the traditional and current approaches to leadership CASE STUDY 1: Developing a leadership strategy Understanding leadership processes at all levels Applying the leadership hierarchy Analysing the process PRACTICAL EXERCISE Demonstrating the theory of leadership processes in practice Leadership and emotional intelligence The relationship between leadership and emotion The essence of organisational climate PRACTICAL EXERCISE Participants will work on an exercise to illustrate the theory of emotional intelligence in practice Day Two Review of day one Understanding strategic creativity Examining the psychological aspects of strategic thinking Mind mapping and other approaches to creative thinking Developing a creativity toolkit CASE STUDY 2: A strategic leadership challenge Developing a new vision and plan to transform an organisation to face future challenges based on a real-life scenario Developing strategic leadership capability A review of current approaches Understanding the behavioural approaches Developing a contingency approach Understanding corporate culture The structural aspects The behavioural aspects The human aspects How leaders can change corporate culture Developing a toolkit for change Understanding the cultural web The link with emotional intelligence CASE STUDY 3: Analysing leadership techniques This practical case study illustrates how the strategic approach and the application of appropriate leadership techniques including ‘split screen ability’ work in a real-life scenario Performance aspects at the strategic level Developing vision, goals and objectives Creating corporate identity and alignment Working with individual influencers Effective strategic influencing skills The characteristics of effective persuasive leaders Understanding methods of persuasion Profiling others Building the top team The nature of the top team Accepting diversity and challenge The key functions of strategic leadership Putting these into action Personal leadership planning Identifying tomorrow’s leaders Practical approaches The challenges for the future. 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The leader of today has greater challenges than ever before in terms of unlocking human potential in their organisation and delivering results. This programme will help you achieve those aims and help you initiate and manage change more effectively. In particular, it will help you to: Develop an effective strategy to achieve your business goals Understand the role of emotional intelligence in leadership Take away a practical leadership tool-kit Develop a more dynamic approach through enhanced strategic creativity Broaden your understanding of the corporate culture to increase your influence within it Improve your persuasion and influencing skills to achieve your strategic goals Learn the key functions of strategic leadership In today’s world, one of the main aims of the leader is to develop the capability of the organisation to handle change and the challenges of the future even if those challenges have yet to be discovered. Leading in the organisational setting is becoming increasingly difficult because of the increase in regulation in all sectors and the risk of litigation. All organisations need leaders who can handle these challenges effectively, in particular the complexities of organisational life. At the same time, people who feel they are led effectively from the top find it easier to cope with and perform under higher pressure levels and therefore achieve the ultimate business goals Who should attend? This programme has been specifically designed for senior managers and those middle managers who are on the fast track to senior positions. It is suitable for both public and private sector individuals and all senior managers, executives and directors who understand the benefits both personally and professionally of developing strategic leadership skills. Practical training methods The course leader uses a broad range of learning techniques including short input sessions, individual development exercises, group work and case studies to provide a strong mix between practical training and giving a sound foundation of strategic leadership theory. The course provides you with a unique opportunity to put into practice what you have learnt and benefit from the observations and perceptions of the other course members. Leadership is less about doing and more about being. Day One Introduction and objectives The need for strategic leadership The roots of leadership How thought on leadership has developed Current perceptions on strategic leadership The leadership/management debate People and process issues The integrated approach to deliver results Levels of leadership The capabilities required at the strategic level The difference between strategic leadership and strategy Qualities and capabilities of strategic leaders Illustration through case studies Review of strategic capability Developing specific leadership qualities A review of strategic capability using case study examples Developing an approach to leadership Reviewing the traditional and current approaches to leadership CASE STUDY 1: Developing a leadership strategy Understanding leadership processes at all levels Applying the leadership hierarchy Analysing the process PRACTICAL EXERCISE Demonstrating the theory of leadership processes in practice Leadership and emotional intelligence The relationship between leadership and emotion The essence of organisational climate PRACTICAL EXERCISE Participants will work on an exercise to illustrate the theory of emotional intelligence in practice Day Two Review of day one Understanding strategic creativity Examining the psychological aspects of strategic thinking Mind mapping and other approaches to creative thinking Developing a creativity toolkit CASE STUDY 2: A strategic leadership challenge Developing a new vision and plan to transform an organisation to face future challenges based on a real-life scenario Developing strategic leadership capability A review of current approaches Understanding the behavioural approaches Developing a contingency approach Understanding corporate culture The structural aspects The behavioural aspects The human aspects How leaders can change corporate culture Developing a toolkit for change Understanding the cultural web The link with emotional intelligence CASE STUDY 3: Analysing leadership techniques This practical case study illustrates how the strategic approach and the application of appropriate leadership techniques including ‘split screen ability’ work in a real-life scenario Performance aspects at the strategic level Developing vision, goals and objectives Creating corporate identity and alignment Working with individual influencers Effective strategic influencing skills The characteristics of effective persuasive leaders Understanding methods of persuasion Profiling others Building the top team The nature of the top team Accepting diversity and challenge The key functions of strategic leadership Putting these into action Personal leadership planning Identifying tomorrow’s leaders Practical approaches The challenges for the future. 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This is the firmest foundation for your career in the people profession, incorporating both HR and L&D. Develop your skills by facing real-life challenges. Course Overview This is the firmest foundation for your career in the people profession, incorporating both HR and L&D. Develop your skills by facing real-life challenges. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills needed to deliver tasks that benefit your organisation at an operational level. An ideal starting point if you are new to the people profession or are working in a support role. Is this qualification right for me? This qualification is perfect for you if you’re ready to make your mark on the profession. It won’t just help you get started – it’ll give you a head start, too. This is ideal for anyone embarking on a career in the people practice, or for those already in a support role and looking to take the next step on the ladder. What will I learn? The Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice is awarded by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, the leading human resources professional body. The qualification introduces you to areas such as: • Business, culture and change in context • Principles of analytics • Core behaviours for people professionals • Essentials of people practice What may it lead to? This course will enable you to develop your career towards more senior roles and/or progress to level 5. The Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice can lead to foundation membership of the CIPD. Upon starting your qualification, you will join the CIPD as a student member. Qualification level: The Foundation Certificate in People Practice is Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) Level 3 in England and Northern Ireland. Perfect for: HR and L&D beginners starting their career Typical job titles: • HR Assistant • HR Administrator • Organisational Development Officer • Learning Administrator DURATION 6-8 Months WHATS INCLUDED Course Material Case Study Experienced Lecturer Refreshments Certificate
Querying Microsoft SQL Server course description This course covers the technical skills required to write basic Transact-SQL queries for Microsoft SQL Server and provides the foundation for all SQL Server-related disciplines; namely, database administration, database development and business intelligence. This course helps prepare for exam 70-761. Note: This course is designed for SQL Server 2014or SQL Server 2016. What will you learn Write SELECT statements. Create and implement views and table-valued functions. Transform data by implementing pivot, unpivot, rollup and cube. Create and implement stored procedures. Add programming constructs such as variables, conditions, and loops to T-SQL code. Querying Microsoft SQL Server course details Who will benefit: Database administrators, database developers, and business intelligence professionals. SQL power users, namely, report writers, business analysts and client application developers. Prerequisites: Database fundamentals Duration 5 days Querying Microsoft SQL Server course contents Introduction to Microsoft SQL Server Management studio, creating and organizing T-SQL scripts, using books online. Hands on working with SQL Server tools. T-SQL querying Introducing T-SQL, sets, predicate logic, logical order of operations in SELECT statements, basic SELECT statements, queries that filter data using predicates, queries that sort data using ORDER BY. Hands on introduction to T-SQL querying. Writing SELECT queries Writing simple SELECT statements, eliminating duplicates with DISTINCT, column and table aliases, simple CASE expressions. Hands on writing basic SELECT statements. Querying multiple tables cross joins and self joins, write queries that use Inner joins, write queries that use multiple-table inner joins, write queries that use self-joins, write queries that use outer joins, write queries that use cross joins. Hands on querying multiple tables. Sorting and filtering data Sorting data, filtering data with predicates, filtering data with TOP and OFFSET-FETCH, working with unknown values, WHERE clause, ORDER BY clause, TOP option, OFFSET-FETCH clause. Hands on sorting and filtering data. SQL Server data types Introducing SQL Server data types, Character data, date and time data, queries that return date and time data, write queries that use date and time functions, write queries that return character data, write queries that return character functions. Hands on working with SQL Server data types. DML Adding data to tables, modifying and removing data, generating automatic column values, Inserting records with DML, updating and deleting records using DML. Hands on using DML to modify data. Built-in functions Queries with built-in functions, conversion functions, logical functions, functions with NULL, queries that use conversion functions, queries that use logical functions, queries that test for nullability. Hands on built-in functions Grouping and aggregating data Aggregate functions, the GROUP BY clause, filtering groups with HAVING, queries that use the GROUP BY clause, queries that use aggregate functions, queries that use distinct aggregate functions, queries that filter groups with the HAVING clause. Hands on grouping and aggregating data. Subqueries Self-contained subqueries, correlated subqueries, EXISTS predicate with subqueries, scalar and multi-result subqueries. Hands on subqueries. Table expressions Views, inline table-valued functions, derived tables, common table expressions. queries that use views, write queries that use derived tables, Common Table Expressions (CTEs), write queries that se inline Table valued expressions (TVFs). Hands on table expressions. Set operators The UNION operator, EXCEPT and INTERSECT, APPLY, queries that use UNION set operators and UNION ALL, CROSS APPLY and OUTER APPLY operators. Hands on set operators. Windows ranking, offset, and aggregate functions OVER, window functions, ranking functions, offset functions, window aggregate functions. Hands on; windows ranking, offset, and aggregate functions. Pivoting and grouping sets PIVOT and UNPIVOT, grouping sets, queries that use the PIVOT operator, queries that use the UNPIVOT operator, queries that use the GROUPING SETS CUBE and ROLLUP subclauses. Hands on pivoting and grouping sets Executing stored procedures Querying data with stored procedures, passing parameters to stored procedures, simple stored procedures, dynamic SQL, the EXECUTE statement to invoke stored procedures. Hands on executing stored procedures. Programming with T-SQL T-SQL programming elements, controlling program flow, declaring variables and delimiting batches, control-of-flow elements, variables in a dynamic SQL statement, synonyms. Hands on programming with T-SQL Error handling T-SQL error handling, structured exception handling, redirect errors with TRY/CATCH, THROW to pass an error message back to a client. Hands on implementing error handling. Implementing transactions Transactions and the database engines, controlling transactions, BEGIN, COMMIT, and ROLLBACK, adding error handling to a CATCH block. Hands on implementing transactions.