Learning Outcomes

Aims & Objectives of ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Accrediting to ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Main Sections of ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Lesson Summary

This module presents the fundamental aspects of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 along with its aims and objectives. The module also explains different forms of standardized verbs used throughout the standard. Moreover, you will also learn the benefits of accrediting to ISO/IEC 17025. Lastly, an overview of the section's standard is also given.

General and Structural Guidelines for Laboratories

Resource Requirements for Testing Laboratories

Contracts, Validation, Sampling & Handling

Technical Records, Uncertainty, Results Validity, & Reports

In this module, you will encounter the essential requirements given in clauses 4, 5, 6, and 7 of ISO/IEC 17025;2017. However, the explanation of Clause 7 is provided till sub-clause - 7.8. Through this module, you will learn about the general, structural, resource, and process requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.

Information Management, Complaints & Nonconformities (NCs)

Management System Requirements

Taking Corrective Actions

In this module, you will see discussions on ISO/IEC 17025:2017 beginning from sub clause 7.9 that puts forward the complaint requirements put forth by the standard. Furthermore, it presents the standard's requirements regarding management systems. Moreover, it also contains necessary measures to be taken for corrective actions.

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - Laboratory Management System- Course Assessment

Learn about laboratory management systems laid out by the ISO 17025 international standard in this free online course.

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - Laboratory Management Systems

This short course is designed for individuals and laboratories looking forward to their standardisation. We explain management standards defined by the ‘ISO/IEC 17025 general requirements for testing and calibration laboratories competence’ devised by ISO. This comprehensive course explains all the basic and essential requirements of the standard. It also provides a simplified clause-by-clause explanation of its four main sections.

Overview of Clean Rooms

Introduction to ISO Clean Room Standards

Understanding ISO Classification

In this module, you'll learn what clean rooms are and why we need them. You'll gain insights into the history and evolution of ISO 14644 and its role in ensuring the proper functioning of clean rooms and controlled environments in various industries. You'll also learn about the ISO classification system.

Specifications of ISO 6

Designing and Operating ISO 6 Clean Rooms

Specifications of ISO 7

Ensuring Compliance and Operating ISO 7 Clean Rooms

This module discusses how to design ISO 6 and 7 clean rooms that meet the ISO standards and maintain compliance over time. You'll learn about the material used to build cleanrooms, the filters and HVAC systems required to maintain ISO standards. In addition, you'll learn about common design and construction errors and how to avoid them.

Monitoring and Maintenance

Continuous Improvement

Future Trends and Regulations

This module discusses cleanroom environment monitoring techniques, the importance of record keeping, and the effective management of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to prevent contamination. By analysing two real-life case studies, you'll learn about innovative strategies and best practices in cleanroom construction and operation.

ISO 6 and 7 Clean Room Implementation and Management - Course Assessment

Ensure clean room compliance, enhance industry expertise, and enhance career prospects with this free online course.

ISO 6 and 7 Clean Room Implementation and Management

Are you ready to master the science of clean rooms and achieve ISO compliance? This comprehensive course guides you through the essentials of ISO clean rooms, from foundational principles to advanced specifications, design, operation, compliance, and continuous improvement for ISO Class 6 and 7 clean rooms. This course was reviewed and approved by qualified subject matter expert Muhammad Hamdan Khan, a professional chemist. Enrol now!

What Is Gas Chromatography?

Types and Applications of GC

Understanding Chromatographic Parameters

Instrument Components and Workflow

Sample Preparation and Injection Techniques

Method Development and Optimisation

Diagnosing Peak Problems

Baseline and System Issues

Systematic Troubleshooting Approach

Routine Preventive Maintenance

Detector and Injector Maintenance

Calibration, Recordkeeping, and Compliance

Mastering Gas Chromatography (GC): Operation, Troubleshooting & Maintenance - Assessment

Become an expert and command respect in the operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of GC in this free online course.

Mastering Gas Chromatography (GC): Operation, Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Learn how to expertly operate, troubleshoot, and maintain gas chromatography (GC) systems in this course designed for laboratory professionals and students at large. It covers the principles of GC, instrument setup, method optimisation, and practical problem-solving. You will gain hands-on knowledge in detecting and resolving common GC issues, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring accurate and reliable results.

Understanding the Basics of HPLC

Historical Development of HPLC

Advantages and Applications of HPLC

HPLC Components and Principles of Operation

Principles of Separation, Mobile and Stationary Phase Interactions

Types of HPLC

Elution Types

In this module, you will be introduced to the sophisticated analytical technique of HPLC. First, we will define HPLC in ways you will understand. Secondly, you will learn the historical development and importance of HPLC. Then, we will walk you through the applications of HPLC in pharmaceuticals, food, and environmental analysis.

Setting Up the HPLC System

HPLC Sample and Mobile Phase Preparation

Running an HPLC Analysis

In this module, you will learn how to operate High-Performance Liquid Chromatography. We will start by walking you through the setup of an HPLC system so that you can be familiar with the components. Then, you learn how to prepare your sample for analysis, after which you will learn how to start and complete a full run analysis on the HPLC system.

Introduction to HPLC Troubleshooting

Common Problems in HPLC

Developing a Troubleshooting Strategy

In this module, you will learn how to troubleshoot HPLC systems. First, you will be introduced to common HPLC problems like baseline noise, pressure fluctuations, ghost peaks, and sample carryover. Then, we will teach you how to apply systematic troubleshooting techniques to resolve issues related to the mobile phase, column clogging, and detector.

Routine and Preventive Maintenance

Cleaning of HPLC System

Best Practices for Long-term HPLC Performance

In this module, you will learn how to maintain HPLC systems. First, you will learn routine preventive maintenance of the HPLC system which involves 1. Column care: Regeneration, storage, and replacement. 2. Cleaning the injector, pump, and detector components. Then, you will learn best practices to adopt to protect the shelf-life of HPLC system.

Mastering HPLC - Operation, Troubleshooting and Maintenance - Course Assessment

Command respect and become an expert in HPLC operation, troubleshooting and maintenance in this free online course.

Mastering HPLC: Operation, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), covering its operation, key components, and practical usage in laboratory settings. It will equip you with the skills to troubleshoot common issues and maintain the equipment for optimal performance, making it the best choice for professionals and students in analytical chemistry, pharmaceuticals, foods, and related fields.

Biology for Engineers

Bio-inspired Engineering

Cells and Life Processes

Properties of Cells

Clinicians Perspective: Tackling Brain Tumors

In this module, you will understand the significance of the integration of biology, medicine and engineering to address major societal problems. You will also learn about the various processes that are associated with the sustenance of life, such as growth, reproduction, evolutionary adaption and cell properties.

Nucleic Acid and Central Dogma

Gene Cloning

Lab Demonstration: DNA Cloning

Polymerase Chain Reaction

Lab Demonstration: Polymerase Chain Reaction

This module features the functionalities and Properties of DNA and DNA tools. You will learn about the various technologies involved in molecular biology research and biotechnology such as Polymerase Chain Reaction, Gene Cloning and more.

Uses of DNA Tools

Gene Expression

Lab Demonstration: RNA Extraction and cDNA Synthesis

Plant Biotechnology

Clinicians Perspective: Impact of Biotechnology

In this module, you will study the practical applications of DNA tools and Biotechnology through some laboratory demonstrations. You will also explore the uses of these tools in various sectors like agriculture, clinical research and medicine.

Introduction to Genetics

Mendelian Genetics

Deviations from Mendelian Genetics

Rules of Probability

Clinicians Perspective: Infectious Disease Diagnosis

In this module, you will learn about some of the basic terminologies associated with genetics such as phenotype, hereditary, genotype, alleles and traits. You will also examine the properties of Mendelian Genetics and how they influence the patterns of inheritance in humans.

Advanced Diploma in Bioengineering - First Assessment

This assessment enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of the first four modules of the course.

Chromosomal Basis of Inheritance

Genetic Recombination and Linkage

Classical Genetics Experiment

Bacteria and Viruses

Clinicians Perspective: Pathology Meets Engineering

In this module, you will be introduced to Mendel's Laws of Inheritance and consider how these laws affect the behaviour of chromosomes during meiosis. The concepts of genetic recombination, linkage and the properties of bacteria and viruses will also be examined.

Cell Cycle and Dysregulation

Cell Development

Plant and Animal Cloning

Evolution

Clinicians Perspective: Technology and Disease Control

In this module, you will study more intently about cell cycles and development. You will also come to understand the importance of mitosis and the significance of meiosis for reproduction. The principles and applications of plants and animal cloning will also be explained.

Amino Acids and Proteins

Proteins and Proteomics

Techniques to study Proteins and Proteome

Difference Gel Electrophoresis

Bioinformatics

In this module, you will be introduced to the subject of proteomics. The history of proteomics will be highlighted and you will learn about the properties of amino acids, proteins and protein-related technology, considering how they have driven the field of proteomics. Basic techniques commonly used in the study of proteins will also be discussed.

Mass Spectrometry

Protein Interactions and Micro-arrays

Protein Interactions and Systems Biology

Bioinformatic Tools

Ethics in Research and Publication

In this module, you will study the basics of mass spectrometry and its applications in the field of proteomics. You will also learn about the methods used in the study of protein-to-protein interactions as well as the various tools used in the study of bio-molecular interactions and the structure of proteins.

Advanced Diploma in Bioengineering - Second Assessment

This assessment enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of the last four modules of the course.

Advanced Diploma in Bioengineering - Course Assessment

Learn about the significance of the integration of biology, engineering and medicine in this free online course.

Advanced Diploma in Bioengineering: An Interface between Biology and Medicine

In this free online course in bioengineering, you will study the various ways in which engineers and clinicians can collaborate effectively to solve a range of societal problems. You will learn about the concepts of gene cloning and biotechnology. Genetics, developmental biology, evolution and proteomics will also be discussed. Consider the technological advancements that are being made in these fields and analyze how they can be improved upon.

Background to Environmental Geomechanics

Introduction

Subject Organization of Environmental Geomechanics

Soil Mechanics

This module presents the background of Environmental Geomechanics. You will learn how the environment influences the conventional Geotechnical Engineering practices and the need for various Geometric modelling techniques for the safe transportation and disposal of wastes.

Environmental Geomechanics

Scope of Environmental Geomechanics

Waste Mechanics and Waste-Environment Interaction

Modelling the Spread of Contaminants

Natural and Man-made Environments

Energy and Geomechanics

This module presents the Scope and Trends of Environmental Geomechanics. You will learn about the prospects of Modelling the various environmental situations using Geomechanical Principles and the resources that are required to exploit more energy and the disposal of radioactive and nuclear wastes.

Gas Hydrates

Soil: A living Entity

Soil-Water-Environment Interaction

Response of the Soil to the Environment

Pollution Processes and Soil-Pollution Interaction

This module presents the nature and the behaviour of Soil as a living entity. You will learn how the soil responds to heat, bacteria, chemicals, roots, and liquids in the environment and the parameters for the classification of soils.

Particle-Energy-Field Theory

Solid, Liquid and Gas Interface

Different Energy Fields

Waste: A Man-Made Resource

Non-Hazardous Wastes

Hazardous Wastes

This module presents the concepts of Energy Fields and Waste Management. You will learn about the behaviour of Geomaterials in response to different Energy Fields and the elements that constitute Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Wastes.

Major Issues Regarding the Application of Industrial Wastes

Application of Industrial By-Products

Geotechnical and Mineralogical Characterization

Mineralogical Characterization of Original and Activated Ash Samples

Morphological Characterization

Attributes of Physical Characterization

This module presents the Characterization of Geomaterials. You will learn how Scanning Electron Microscopy can be utilized to understand the surface features of the soil and the process of categorizing the Geomaterials based on their shape, size, dimensions, regularity and irregularity.

First Course Assessment

Specific Surface Area of Geomaterials

Chemical Characterization

Pore-Solution Sampling

Lysimeters

Lysimetric Studies and Laboratory Sampling

Methods of Assessing Soil Contamination

Soil Salinity Sensors

Soil Contaminants and Corrosion Potential

This module presents the Chemical Characterization of Geomaterials. You will learn how the Geomaterials are characterized based on their Chemical composition, various methods for analyzing the contamination of soil and the remediation techniques used for their removal.

Soil Characteristics and Environmental Variables

Corrosion Potential of Soils

Contaminant Transport Through Porous Media

Diffusive Contaminant Transport

Dispersive Contaminant Transport

This module presents the Characteristics of the Soil and the various methods of transporting the Contaminants. You will learn about the process of Modelling Diffusion in Soils using Impedance Spectroscopy and factors that influence and affect the mechanisms of Contaminant Transport.

Sorption and Desorption

Sorption and Desorption Characteristics of Geomaterials

The Distribution Coefficient

Thermal Characterization

Determination of Thermal Properties

Centrifuge Modelling

This module presents the Mechanisms of Sorption-Desorption and Thermal Properties of Geomaterials. You will learn how Batch Tests and Column Tests are used to determine the Sorption and Desorption Characteristics of Geomaterials and the process of determining the Thermal Properties in a Geotechnical Centrifuge.

Cracking Characteristics of Fine-Grained Soils

Triaxial Tests

Understanding of Crack Patterns

This module presents the Cracking Characteristics of Fine-Grained Soils. You will learn about the process of obtaining the Tensile Strength of the soil based on Triaxial tests and the process of analyzing the development of the crack patterns over prolonged durations.

Electrical Characterization

Electrical Conductivity and Soil Resistivity

Electrical Properties of Geomaterials

This module presents the Electrical Properties of Soils. You will learn about the parameters that are influencing the electrical properties of the Geomaterials and the process of determining the Electrical Properties of the Soil.

Magnetic Characterization

Pore-Structure Characterization

Mercury Intrusion Porosimetry

This module presents the Magnetic and Pore-Structure Characterization of Geomaterials. You will learn about the process determining the fabric structure of fine-grained soils using Scanning Electron Microscopy and the role of Mercury Intrusion Porosimetry in determining the porosity and pore size distribution of Geomaterials.

Second Course Assessment

Advanced Diploma in Environmental Geomechanics - Course Assessment

This free course introduces you to the scope and importance of the emerging discipline of environmental geomechanics.

Advanced Diploma in Environmental Geomechanics

‘Environmental geomechanics’ studies where the natural and built environments meet, looking at the mechanical behaviour of geomaterials like concrete, rock and soil under differing environmental circumstances. This course gives an understanding of the technical and scientific aspects of key issues. As an emerging interdisciplinary domain, the material is based on current literature and provides a general of the need for sustainable solutions.