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The intent is to provide a solid foundation in the field of Reliability Engineering that will be of benefit to all designers, engineers and procurement managers. The aim of Reliability Training would be to focus on what is needed in today's industry, in particular, the evolving   technology where Reliability and Security pose a serious challenge for the industry. Each Life Cycle phase needs to go through a set of specific activities with the help of well-established techniques and use of tools. Our recommendation is to implement a six phase approach from Product Definition, Design, Development, Production, Installation and In-Service. No doubt Design is the most important phase where reliability can be designed-in but Definition phase is equally important as Reliability and Performance targets are specified at this phase.

 

R&M Training Programme Modules

In developing this R&M Training Programme, we have tried to provide a basic knowledge of reliability principles and techniques that can be used by the designers and reliability engineers. The primary focus is on the problem of managing, quantifying and measuring reliability. The course material includes a number of case studies and practical examples. The details of the standard modules included in Rel-Net Reliability Training Programme are shown below. If required, a custom built R&M training programme can be developed in consultation with the client. On-Site Training Executive Overview 1 Day £250.00 Basic SRM 5 Days £450.00 Advanced SRM 5 Days £550.00 R&M Workshop 5 Days £600.00

Tuition Fees

Fees are charged per delegate for each course depending upon the choice of On-Site class room based training or On-Line training. Align your business goals and workforce learning skills with the new technology On-line Training Programme and save as much as 90% on our Reliability training Courses. On-Line Training Executive Overview £25.00 Basic SRM £45.00 Advanced SRM £55.00 R&M Workshop £60.00

Other Options

1.       Purchase a license for a specific number of users, and you own the course content to make corporate branding modifications or any other customizations you wish.   2.       Subscription service.  You have access to the same product we license, through our server, for a contract period of 3 months or 12 months.   3.Customised Training Programme or Workshop - We can develop a custom-built material for Reliability Training Programme, Seminar or Workshop to meet your specific requirements and schedule at a reasonable fee. On-Line Training Introduction £15.00 Reliability Modelling £15.00 Software Tools £15.00 Self-Tests £15.00

Reliability & Maintainability Training Programme Outline

The successful implementation of a total Reliability & Maintainability (R&M) Programme depends on a sound Reliability Strategy and a dedicated team of people. The team must have sufficient expertise to interact during each phase of a product's life. In addition to an understanding of the basic mathematics of reliability, the team must possess a good knowledge of design principles, R&M programmes and plans, human factors, and Total Cost of Ownership TCO) including Cost Benefit analysis.

Management must have faith in the benefits of a good R&M programme. In practice it is cut short due to the pressures on the designers if they have no one else to provide support on reliability. Very often, the organisational structure of the design department impedes the development of a good R&M programme. The designers should be familiar with the basic principles of R&M.  In many cases, however, designers' lack of training in reliability prevents the development of a reliable product.

In developing this R&M Training Programme, we have tried to provide a basic knowledge of reliability principles and techniques that can be used by the designers and reliability engineers. The primary focus is on the problem of managing, quantifying and measuring reliability. The course material includes a number of case studies and practical examples. The details of the standard modules included in Rel-Net Reliability Training Programme are shown below. If required, a custom built R&M training programme can be developed in consultation with the client.

 

R&M Training Programme Modules

Title	Duration	Scope
R & M Executive Overview	1 Day	Basic Concept of Reliability R&M principles, procedures & process R&M techniques applied to design and testing R&M Programme - R&M Plans. Reliability Strategy ILS (Integrated Logistic Support) Outline R&M Management & Organisational Structure Their relationship to the system acquisition process, life cycle costing and system effectiveness.
Basic SRM Training	5 Days	Terms & Definitions Design Principles Reliability Specification Reliability Modelling Basic Modelling concepts Design Evaluation Techniques Reliability Prediction Techniques Reliability Data Sources & Analysis Reliability Allocation & Apportionment Reliability Testing Techniques Reliability Demonstration Models R&M Software Tools commonly used for R&M Analysis
Advanced SRM Training	5 Days	Reliability Strategy, Management Role & Organisational Structure. R&M Planning & Budgeting Reliability Requirements and Warranty Clauses R&M Programme and Plans Design Reviews Design for Quality/Reliability/Safety Reliability & Safety Audits Network Reliability Modelling Spanning Tree Models Genetic Algorithms TCO Analysis, Integrated Logistic Support Software Reliability, R&M Software Tools used for R&M and Safety Analysis

SRM Workshop for Industry

Day	Life Cycle	Reliability Topics	Reliability Techniques
Day 1	Design Phase & Development Phase	Reliability Feasibility Study, RIA Reliability Specification and SORs Reliability Policy & Budget Reliability Strategy	Terms & Definitions R&M Programs Processes/Plans Total Cost of Ownership Payback Analysis Investment Risk Analysis Project Risk Analysis
Day 2	Definition Phase	R&M Predictions Reliability Allocation Design Reviews, R&M Analysis Safety Analysis, R&M Audits Performance Testing, Environmental Testing Accelerated Testing, R&M, Maintainability Testing	Parts Stress Count Analysis Reliability Allocation Models Reliability Modelling FTA, FMEA, FMECA, SWCA, RBD Stress Derating & Stress Analysis
Day 3	Production Phase	Quality Control, ESS Field Trails, Burn-in Accelerated Life Testing Reliability Audits & Analysis	Statistical Quality Control Reliability Improvement Plans Hypothesis testing & confidence intervals, RQT/RGT
Day 4	Installation Phase	R&M Demonstration Reliability Growth Testing Installation/Commissioning FA Commissioning Data Analysis	Reliability Test Plans Reliability Demonstration Plans Reliability Growth -Duane Model MIL-STD-471 Test Plan
Day 5	In-Service Phase	Data Collection & Analysis Maintenance & ILS Reliability Verification & Feedback	Optimal Repair Level Analysis Preventive Maintenance Analysis Field Data Analysis, RCM & Spares Optimization

IKSC Design For Reliability Training - eLearning

Part #	Topic	Description	Course Fee
Part 1	Introduction	Gives an insight into the Introduction, procedures and the multidisciplinary interactions of DFR (Design For Reliability) conceptual design.	£15 per user
Part 2	Reliability Modeling & Analysis	The process of iterative synthesis and analysis in reliability design is illustrated covering development process, requirements, certification standards, product configurations and Reliability Demonstration Plans.	£15 per user
Part 3	Software Tools	A software tool for preliminary analysis/sizing is demonstrated.	£15 per user
Part 4	Self-Test Excercises	A Self-Test exercise will be conducted to determine delegate’s pre-knowledge of Reliability.	£15 per user

 

IKSC Design For Reliability Training - eLearning

 

Part #	Topic
Preface	KSC Knowledge Bridge’s practice based teaching developed with industry experts, guarantees that participants can readily apply their knowledge. The students undergoing this learning are well recognized and successfully engaged in all areas of industry, nationally and internationally.
Course Objectives	The objective is to provide a solid foundation in the field of Reliability engineering that will be of benefit for all designers, engineers and procurement managers. The aim of Reliability Training courses would be to focus on what is needed in today's industry, in particular, the evolving technologies in every field of engineering where Reliability, Safety and Security pose a serious challenge for the designers. The proposed course on Availability, Reliability & Maintainabilit (ARM) is being taught at the IKSC Knowledge Bridge through distance learning, CBT and Online. IKSC delivers training and education through technology based e-learning that generates substantial cost savings. However, the busy designers, engineers and senior managers may find it very difficult to attend such courses due to the constraints of time and cost. The introduction of a comprehensive set of courses on ARM by IKSC will provide industry with the language of reliability and help managers to understand what they should expect from their Reliability Designers and Engineers. In order to raise the standards of Reliability throughout industry it is essential that this subject is properly understood and applied during all phases of Life Cycle of a product or system. The ARM courses would be beneficial towards professional development and career opportunities. It is also anticipated that these courses would help the employers who can't find graduates with Reliability qualifications.
Learning Outcome	On completion of the module, delegates will learn – How to use ARM (Availability, Reliability & Maintainability) knowledge for Reliability and Safety assessment, industrial fire Safety management, engineering integrity, and risk management for the following Engineering industries world-wide: • Aviation & Automobile industry Electronics Industry • Medical Instruments Industry • Manufacturing Industry • Environmental Technology Industry • Telecommunications Industry • Internet Industry - Access Network Providers, Internet Service Providers, and Suppliers.
Learning Enviroment	The module includes lectures, a tutorial, a team assignment, case studies and a virtual company visit. Speakers are senior experts from industry and academia. A comprehensive set of references to compile course notes is provided.
Pre-module Study	Delegates who are students on the 4 year Engineering Programme and Postgraduate in Mechanical, Aeronautical, and Aerospace Engineering are expected to read pre-course material and to consult reference literature.
Self Test	Questions on Basic Reliability The delegates will be required to answer questions on Basic Reliability and achieve a minimum level of achievement.
Post Module Assignment	Delegates will be given a list of questions in Excel spreadsheet format for self-testing their knowledge of reliability before and after the completion of this module. Delegates will be offered an assignment that has to be completed during or after the course. The assignment typically consists of product conceptual design study, modelling and analysis. Successful completion of this task is compulsory for those delegates who wish to get right comments on the final certificate.

 

Who could benefit from this Reliability Training Programme?

The above topics are very important in Reliability and Safety assessment, industrial fire Safety management, engineering integrity, and risk management, particularly, for the following sectors -

• Aviation Industry - Aerospace, Civil Aviation Authority (Safety critical factors are the drivers for stringent requirements for reliability).
• Defence Industry & Defence Services - (There is a concern in all three services about the poor availability and high support costs of their equipment.)
• Police Forces - (PSRCP type of project required R&M modelling of the Telecommunications network connecting all the constabularies in the UK). 
• Emergency Services, such Ambulance & Fire Services - (NHS & H&SE in the UK).
• Nuclear Power Industry, Chemical Plants - (Nuclear Reactors Safety & issues; EC - Joint Research Centre has the role to create a safer, cleaner and healthier Europe).
• Utilities, such as Water Supply Network, Electricity Suppliers, Oil and Gas - (Energy and concerns on environmental and transport issues).
• Transport Industry - National Railways Network (Railway Crossing & Signals Reliability & Safety), Shipping Industry and Automotive Electronics Industry.
• Chemical Process Industry, Services, and Industrial Systems (EESD - Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development programme of the European Community covering non-nuclear energy sector research and training programme).
• Engineering industries world-wide: 
• Electronics Industry
• Medical Instruments Industry
• Manufacturing Industry
• Environmental Technology Industry
• Telecommunications Industry
• Internet Industry - Access Network Providers, Internet Service Providers, and suppliers.

Fees

Get the most value for your money - improve people skills in Reliability and enhance your product reliability!

On-site Training

The employers and employees shall both benefit from this Training Programme:
Employers will benefit by:

Training groups of people at their own convenience and training facilities familiar to them
Save administration time and money on organising transport and accommodation.
Providing On-site training accessed within the workplace - reducing travelling costs on external courses.
Very often, it is the cost of travelling and accommodation that busts the training budget.
Providing training at a time to suit the needs and commitments of both the organisation and the individual - utilising quieter periods in the working years
Increasing staff skills, morale and loyalty
Increasing their productivity by staying in touch with the key employees in the case of urgency
Raising profile as a "cutting-edge" organisation

Individual employees benefit by:

Most employees travel during their working time; the business looses productive time on top of paying for the travel costs. Moreover, travelling is tiring and often inconvenient for the individual and bad for the environment.
Rel-Net On-site training programme helps people get back into training who cannot travel to attend away training courses because of disabilities or because they are full-time carers.
Learn at their own pace, and at times that fit around their home and work commitments.
Having access to a route to improved effectiveness and advancement
Having the opportunity to develop their skills for self development and self confidence

 

On-Site Tuition Fee

The following table shows the tuition fee to be charged for all On-Site training per delegate for each of the modules. The On-site training would be conducted at a location of your own choice as convenient to you - either at your own conference or training accommodation with adequate facilities and the necessary hardware, software and presentation equipment in fully working order.

The course material is supplied on a CD to each delegate with a copy of “Rel-Net Reliability CD 2003”, which contains a comprehensive set of 9 training modules with self-assessment test at the end of each module. The minimum number of delegates should be at least 5 to conduct any training course On-Site. In case the number of delegates is less than 5, the fee charged will be for 5 people to recover our costs.

The amount of fee quoted in this table is in addition to instructor's travel and accommodation expenses. You would be responsible for the arrangements for refreshments and lunch for the delegates and the course tutor for the duration of the training course.

Course Title	Course Length	Course Fee Per Delegate
SRM Executive Overview	1 Day	£250
Basic SRM Training	5 Days	£450
Advanced SRM Training	5 Days	£550

On-Line Training & Fee

Align your business goals and workforce learning skills with the new technology On-line Training Programme and save as much as 80% on our Reliability training Courses.

Benefits of On-Line Training:

 

• Cost Saving - on-line training offers you and your organisation the option to train with no extra expenses on travelling and accommodation including incidental expenses.
• Flexible purchase and lease options allow you and your employer to maximise your training budget
• You can have your own library of on-line Reliability Training courses and schedule your own training when you need it
  Learn at your own pace, and at times that fit around your home and work commitments
• All our training courses feature interactive self-assessment tests to check your progress and understanding of the subject
• Exploring on-line training in Reliability that leads to nationally recognised skills and qualifications
• Downloading supported learning materials and documents that focus on key Reliability areas.

On-Line Tuition Fee

Course Fee for On-Line Training per access per delegate is given in the following table. The tuition fee will be charged on registration before giving a secure access with a password to the individual delegate after signing a statement of our terms & conditions.

In the case of a standing contract for On-Line training with your employer, you will be allowed to login with a secure password in response to a Project # or Reference # provided to your course co-ordinator.

 

Rel-Net Reliability Training Programme

 

Course Title	Course Length	Course Fee Per User
RM Executive Overview	1 Day	£50
Basic S&M Training	5 Days	£90
Advanced S&M Training	5 Days	£110

* Please note that the tuition fees are subject to change without notice. VAT will be added to the above fees.

Other Options

1.  Purchase a license for a specific number of users, and you own the course content to make corporate branding modifications or any other customizations you wish.  It may be hosted on your server, a hosting service of your choice, or you may choose to use our hosting services.

 

2.  Subscription service.  You have access to the same product we license, through our server, for a contract period of 3 months or 12 months.

Fee for up to 250 users is £1000 per month.  At the end of term the contract may be renewed, cancelled, or you may choose to purchase a license and 30% of your subscription fees apply toward the purchase.

Customised Training Programme or Workshop

Rel-Net can develop a custom-built material for Reliability Training Programme, Seminar or Workshop to meet your specific requirements and schedule at a reasonable fee. The course material will be developed in close consultation with your training division to meet business goals and technology challenges. Rel-Net course co-ordinator will arrange a pre-training meeting with your Training Manager to ensure that the course content and practical examples align with your training requirements and objectives. We will apply innovative and comprehensive training solutions to enhance the skills of your employees who need to do their jobs professionally and more efficiently in this very complex field of reliability, changing work environment and technology.

On-Line Registration

Please visit www.rel-net.co.uk to register your training courses online anytime. A simple form will take you through the registration process and you would be able to submit your requirements within moments. Our secure site offers you the option of making payment by secure credit card transaction.