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    Moodle is an open-source Learning Management System (LMS) that provides educators with the tools and features to create and manage online courses. It allows educators to organize course materials, create quizzes and assignments, host discussion forums, and track student progress. Moodle is highly flexible and can be customized to meet the specific needs of different institutions and learning environments.

    Moodle supports both synchronous and asynchronous learning environments, enabling educators to host live webinars, video conferences, and chat sessions, as well as providing a variety of tools that support self-paced learning, including videos, interactive quizzes, and discussion forums. The platform also integrates with other tools and systems, such as Google Apps and plagiarism detection software, to provide a seamless learning experience.

    Moodle is widely used in educational institutions, including universities, K-12 schools, and corporate training programs. It is well-suited to online and blended learning environments and distance education programs. Additionally, Moodle's accessibility features make it a popular choice for learners with disabilities, ensuring that courses are inclusive and accessible to all learners.

    The Moodle community is an active group of users, developers, and educators who contribute to the platform's development and improvement. The community provides support, resources, and documentation for users, as well as a forum for sharing ideas and best practices. Moodle releases regular updates and improvements, ensuring that the platform remains up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices.

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Available courses

TRANSPORT ENGINEERING

The Transport Engineering course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and technologies involved in the planning, design, operation, and management of transportation systems. This course covers various modes of transport, including road, rail, air, and maritime, with a focus on ensuring safety, efficiency, and sustainability in transportation infrastructure.

Objectives

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental concepts of transportation systems, including traffic flow theory and transportation planning processes.
  • Analyze and design transportation infrastructure, including roads, intersections, railways, and airports.
  • Evaluate the environmental and social impacts of transportation systems and explore sustainable transport solutions.
  • Utilize traffic engineering tools and methodologies to assess and improve transportation system performance.
  • Develop skills in project management and economic an

ESTIMATING AND COSTING

The Estimating and Costing course provides students with essential knowledge and skills to accurately estimate project costs and develop budgets in the construction industry. This course covers the principles and methodologies involved in estimating the costs associated with construction projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and overhead.

Objectives

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Understand the various components of construction costs and their implications for project budgeting.
  • Apply different estimating techniques, including unit pricing, detailed estimating, and parametric estimating.
  • Conduct quantity take-offs from construction drawings and specifications.
  • Analyze historical cost data and use it to inform future project estimates.
  • Develop comprehensive cost estimates and budgets for various types of construction projects, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure.
  • Explore the role of technology in estimating and costing, including software applications and tools that enhance accuracy and efficiency.

GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

The General Building Construction course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and materials involved in the construction of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. This course covers the entire construction process, from initial design concepts to final inspections, equipping students with the necessary skills to participate in various aspects of building projects.

Objectives

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Understand the stages of the construction process, including planning, design, procurement, and execution.
  • Identify and describe different types of construction materials and their applications in building projects.
  • Analyze building codes and regulations that govern construction practices and ensure safety.
  • Apply construction methods and techniques for various building systems, such as structural, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
  • Recognize the importance of sustainable building practices and how they can be integrated into construction projects.

TRANSPORT ENGINEERING

ESTIMATING AND COSTING 1

General building construction

(1.1) Building Components 
A building acts as an enclosure for the activities that of on within, it building will protect the 
occupants, equipment or goods housed within from the various of he external climate (rain, 
wind, sun etc). For a building to act as enclosure, it must have external walls and be covered by a 
roof. The roof will normally rest on the walls and be support by them. The walls in turn, will 
need a firm base or foundation to be built upon, which will   transfer their weight and that of the 
roof to the ground beneath. 
To make the building usable, the internal space enclosed by the external walls and roof may need 
to be sub-divided into room by the introduction of horizontal dividers between storey’s, the 
floors, and vertical dividers between rooms, the internal walls. Stairs or lift can provide access 
between storeys. Doors can provide access to the building and to each room within the building. 
Daylight and ventilation can be introduced into the building by the provision of windows in the 
external walls or roof. All these part of the building