By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define ‘concrete’
• List the various types of concrete
• Outline the advantages and disadvantages of concrete
• Summarize the properties of concrete in plastic and hardened stage
• Discuss the concrete manufacturing process
• Describe the quality of materials used in concrete
• Outline the procedure for testing the cement quality
• Identify the various types of cement
• Explain the method of testing the quality of aggregate
• Compare the processes of testing fresh and hardened concrete

Having completed the course, you will be able to:

• Discuss the history and domains where Python finds its applications
• Outline the concept of Python IDE, if statements and loops
• Recall the steps involved in the programming cycle for Python
• Describe the variables and data types in Python
• State the Python user-defined and built-in functions
• Define the different types of sequences in Python
• Summarise the similarities and differences between lists and strings
• Use sets and dictionaries
• Identify the different types of files in Python
• Create and use modules and packages
• Explain errors and exceptions
• List the steps involved in searching and sorting

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Discuss the basic concepts of Scratch and define terms like ‘sprite’
• Explain how to use tempo, events and variables in Scratch
• Describe the use of coordinates and conditionals in Scratch
• Explain how to update variables repeatedly
• Describe how use iterative drawing in Scratch
• Outline how to use ‘ask-and-answer’ blocks
• Summarise how to create games using the Scratch programming language
• Explain how to use Scratch to create animated images, stories and songs

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the principles of operation of AutoCAD
• List the advantages and disadvantages of computers in the design process
• Summarise the system requirements and installation procedures of AutoCAD
• Identify the main parts of AutoCAD, different input methods and co-ordinate systems
• Discuss how to save drawings, mesh system and drawing scale
• Describe how to draw circles, ellipses and arcs
• State the techniques of constructing polygons, squares and simple drawings for given dimensions and specification
• Indicate how to modify the shape using edit boxes, create a title box, leader lines, single and multiple lines
• Outline the different commands and use of the 3-D facility of AutoCAD

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Discuss the concept of design thinking and its five phases
• Compare traditional problem solving and design thinking
• Outline the history of design thinking
• Identify the wicked problems that require design thinking
• Discuss the components, process and importance of creativity
• Describe the need, characteristics, sources and types of innovation
• Explain the need for creativity in teams and methods to promote it
• Review the ‘thirteen musical notes for design’ mindset
• List the elements and principles of design thinking
• Identify a poor design and a good design with examples
• Discuss some real-life examples of great design

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify the emissions of BS6 vehicles with EVs and their environmental impact
• Explain the cost differences between BS6 and electric vehicles, including long-term savings
• Describe the ways by which electric vehicle efficiency surpasses that of BS6 vehicles in real-world usage
• Identify the main advantages of electric vehicles, such as reduced emissions and costs
• Indicate the methods by which BS6 and electric vehicles affect environmental pollution and air quality
• Summarise the essential infrastructure needed for the widespread adoption of electric vehicles
• List the main components and functions of solar e-rickshaws
• State the process of converting a petrol vehicle to an electric vehicle
• Recognise the essential parts included in an EV retrofitting kit
• Discuss the environmental benefits of using solar e-rickshaws
• Outline the detailed steps for retrofitting a petrol vehicle to an electric one