Part of being successful in the engineering industry is committing to lifelong learning and development. The industry sees hundreds of economic and budget changes every year, so you must be ready to adapt. Engineers are also required to attend monthly seminars and conferences to commit to public safety and environmental sustainability. Check out these online training resources every engineer should know about:
American Council of Engineering Companies
ACEC is the largest national organization of engineers that practice consulting engineering. It is known to be a great resource for monthly training announcements, online courses and award submission opportunities.
Right now, there are over a dozen of useful online classes to explore on the ACEC website including a full lineup for 2023. Some training to highlight include the “Economic and Outlook and Development Update” on March 23 and “Time is Money: Construction Contract Times, Delays and Schedules” on April 25. If you do want to attend an event, either virtual or in person, be sure to register early to secure your spot.
If you want to become a member of your local ACEC branch to gain early access to the latest networking events, seminars, and more register here or call 801.657.4470 to learn more.
Engineering.com
If you want access to a wide range of resources and information, then engineering.com is for you. You can explore different topics like automotive, manufacturing, software and more.
Engineering.com has monthly webinars members can access that are either live or pre-recorded. These webinars are diverse and cover trending topics like cloud-based technology and tools for the rise of collaborative engineering. If you’re looking for some light reading or a fun activity, check out the site’s ebooks and popular games like Dynamic Systems 2 and Connect IT.
MIT OpenCourseWare
If you’re looking for an educational challenge, the free online materials from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a great resource for you. This is a free way to educate yourself on the latest technology and trends that may be required to use on the job or an upcoming special project.
As you browse this online resource, check out the featured courses as well as the basic and intermediate courses. You’ll learn the most about technology like Fintech and how to adapt to the changes coming to our economy. We also suggest listening to the podcast spotlight on how MIT faculty teach if you’re currently in a leadership position.