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This self-study course from the Fiber Optics Association covers basic fiber optics. Intended for either those already working in fiber optics, or those just getting started, this course covers an introduction to fiber optics, how it's used in communications, how a fiber optic link transmits signals,...

This video, provided by Columbia Gorge Community College, is the first part of a two part lecture that discusses basic programmable logic controller (PLC) instructions. The main objective of the lecture is to "introduce the make, break, and output enable instructions for PLC programs." This lecture...

This video, provided by Columbia Gorge Community College, is the second part of a two part lecture that discusses basic programmable logic controller (PLC) instructions. The main objective of the lecture is to "introduce the make, break, and output enable instructions for PLC programs." This lecture...

Learners examine the drawing symbols used for counterbore, countersink, spotface, radius, diameter, and depth. In the quiz that completes the activity, they associate these symbols with machining applications.

In this highly interactive object, learners associate basic line types and terms with engineering drawing geometry. A quiz completes the activity.

This video recording, from Excelsior College, takes users through a blueprint simulation. The simulation involves "an electrician troubleshoot[ing] a defective compressor motor that will not start." Appropriate blueprints are selected "that must be referred to while performing the troubleshooting...

This video recording, from Excelsior College, takes users through a blueprint simulation. The simulation involves "an electrician troubleshoot[ing] a defective water pump that will not start." Appropriate blueprints are selected "that must be referred to while performing the troubleshooting steps."...

This 22-page report, published by the Seattle Academy of Arts and Sciences, describes the design and construction of FLOAT-E, an underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV). This report was created by Blueshift Robotics, a student group that participated in the 2021 MATE ROV competitions Ranger...

This 25-page report, published by Universidad de Ingeniería y Tecnología, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by Blume Team for the Explorer Class of the 2022 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global competition that challenges STEM...

This video is a tank and engine animation of the BMW Hydrogen 7 car. The video is 3 minutes and 18 seconds in length.