Technology Training, Inc.
TTi offers short courses and continuing education certificates for engineers and technicians.
Our technical areas are:
Dynamic and Climatic (Environmental) testing, including vibration and shock testing, measurement, analysis and calibration, and vibration and shock test fixture design
Digital Signal Processing, Data Acquisition and Analysis
Electronics for Non-Electronic Engineers
Metrology, Measurement Uncertainty, Instrumentation and Calibration, GD&T
Telemetry Systems, Fiber Optical Systems
Corrosion Control Techniques
Thermal Analysis and Heat Transfer in Electronics Design
Test Techniques for EMI/EMC/ESD
Grounding and Shielding for EMI/EMC/ESD
Mechanical Design for Product Reliability
We also train trainers in the above subject areas.
Our courses are 2 to 5 days in length. Students come to our training center at Las Vegas, or to selected cities in the US. TTi also provides on-site training for groups at organizations.
Our clients include the US Government, Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and Navy, NASA, all major defense contractors, computer manufacturers and many other orgnizations and industries. We have a 40-year history of providing practical, non-theoretical training, where students obtain knowledge then can immediately apply in their work.
Technology Training, Inc. is based in Las Vegas, NV, USA
Technology Training, Inc was founded in 1962 to provide training in engineering applications not found at conventional educational institutions. The training is aimed at individuals already working in industry and government, to enhance their understanding of their everyday work.
We present short courses in various aspects of engineering, design, environmental testing, instrumentation, electronics, metrology, quality assurance, quality control and reliability.
We offer Specialist Certificate Programs, which require 150 hours of TTi training, 4 years of industry experience and a thesis.
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Fiber Optics and Optical Calibration
: Applications: This course relates to a broad range of fiber optic applications such as telecommunications, automotive, space and military telecommunication systems.
For Whom Intended: This course provides an excellent foundation in optics and the use of fiber optic cabling for division chiefs and QA/ QC personnel as well as technical personnel involved in design, manufacturing and testing and calibration of fiber optic cables and laser applications. It is especially useful for engineers involved in telecommunications design as well as those designing and testing fiber optics replacement systems for traditional wiring, especially on-board systems such as aircraft, military vehicles, space and naval vessels and automotive platforms.
Advanced Data ApplicationsDigital Signal Processing, Data Acquisition and Analysis
Digital Data Acquisition
: This short course teaches participants to specify, evaluate and use digital data acquisition systems in laboratory and field applications.
: This short course teaches participants to specify, evaluate and use digital data acquisition systems in laboratory and field applications.Digital Data Acquisition, Signal Processing and Analysis
: This short course teaches participants to specify, evaluate and use digital data acquisition systems in laboratory and field applications. It then discusses the tools available for analysis of data acquired by digital data acquisition systems for a variety of laboratory and field applications. Interaction between test design, data acquisition and analysis is emphasized.
: This short course teaches participants to specify, evaluate and use digital data acquisition systems in laboratory and field applications. It then discusses the tools available for analysis of data acquired by digital data acquisition systems for a variety of laboratory and field applications. Interaction between test design, data acquisition and analysis is emphasized.Digital Signal Processing and Data Analysis
: This short course provides participants with a working knowledge of the tools available for analysis of data acquired by digital data acquisition systems for a variety of laboratory and field applications. Basic analysis principals and methods are presented and reinforced with practical examples from everyday testing operations. The interaction between test design, data acquisition and analysis is emphasized.
: This short course provides participants with a working knowledge of the tools available for analysis of data acquired by digital data acquisition systems for a variety of laboratory and field applications. Basic analysis principals and methods are presented and reinforced with practical examples from everyday testing operations. The interaction between test design, data acquisition and analysis is emphasized.DSP: Digital Signal Processing
: This course is an introduction to DSP concepts and implementation. It is applicable to technicians and engineers employed in a wide range of industries.
: This course is an introduction to DSP concepts and implementation. It is applicable to technicians and engineers employed in a wide range of industries.Fiber Optic Systems
: This course provides an excellent foundation in optics and the use of fiber optic cabling in the transmission of data along fiber optic cabling. Applications include telecommunications, automotive, space and military telecommunication systems
: This course provides an excellent foundation in optics and the use of fiber optic cabling in the transmission of data along fiber optic cabling. Applications include telecommunications, automotive, space and military telecommunication systemsTelemetry Systems
: This short course introduces telemetry systems, carrier signal modulation and telemetry standards. Background is provided in dB, sensors, filtering, signal waveforms and Fourier analysis, to enhance understanding of telemetry modulation techniques. Data Bus standards, bit encoding, special PCM formatting and time codes are discussed. Range Telecommunications, computer systems, and data handling are followed by RF transmission theory, CCSDS and packet telemetry.
Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
: This short course introduces telemetry systems, carrier signal modulation and telemetry standards. Background is provided in dB, sensors, filtering, signal waveforms and Fourier analysis, to enhance understanding of telemetry modulation techniques. Data Bus standards, bit encoding, special PCM formatting and time codes are discussed. Range Telecommunications, computer systems, and data handling are followed by RF transmission theory, CCSDS and packet telemetry.Global Positioning Systems GPS
: This course provides an in-depth overview of the Global Positioning System and covers the growth of the GPS concept. Included in the course is a description of the NAVSTAR constellation and the various types of augmented GPS systems. Basic GPS components are covered, including satellites, ground stations, antennas and receivers. Emphasis is placed on signals, timing and false signals including spoofing, jamming and cryptographic concepts.
International GPS systems such as Galileo and more...
Corrosion Control-
: This course provides an in-depth overview of the Global Positioning System and covers the growth of the GPS concept. Included in the course is a description of the NAVSTAR constellation and the various types of augmented GPS systems. Basic GPS components are covered, including satellites, ground stations, antennas and receivers. Emphasis is placed on signals, timing and false signals including spoofing, jamming and cryptographic concepts.
International GPS systems such as Galileo and Corrosion Control Techniques
: This short course provides basic understanding of the mechanisms of corrosion, and measures that can be used to control corrosion. The course also includes a brief overview of the properties of commonly used engineering materials and their resistance to deterioration.
: This short course provides basic understanding of the mechanisms of corrosion, and measures that can be used to control corrosion. The course also includes a brief overview of the properties of commonly used engineering materials and their resistance to deterioration.Corrosion Prevention Compliance for Defense Acquisition Requirements
: This course is designed to lead to a better understanding of US Government initiatives to prevent corrosion in Department of Defense equipment and infrastructure.
Electronics and InstrumentationDesign of Electronics
: This course is designed to lead to a better understanding of US Government initiatives to prevent corrosion in Department of Defense equipment and infrastructure.Environmental Stress Testing
: This course shows why Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) and Environmental Stress Testing (EST) are important steps in the development, design and manufacture of both commercial and military systems that require high-reliability performance. It demonstrates the purpose of ESS, which is to precipitate and make visible any existing latent flaws.
: This course shows why Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) and Environmental Stress Testing (EST) are important steps in the development, design and manufacture of both commercial and military systems that require high-reliability performance. It demonstrates the purpose of ESS, which is to precipitate and make visible any existing latent flaws.Grounding and Shielding Techniques for EMI, EMC and ESD
: This short course pulls together the latest tools and techniques for overcoming problems related to electrostatic and magnetic coupling. It begins with a review of electrostatic concepts, such as charges, fields and forces. Basic theory of electrostatic and electromagnetic fields and field coupling provides an understanding of the problem-causing mechanisms. Students learn solutions ranging from cabling choices to the proper design and use of grounds. Effective grounding and shielding of amplifiers, voltmeters and enclosures will be covered. Techniques for measuring shielding effectiveness will be addressed. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) will be covered as it relates to equipment design.
: This short course pulls together the latest tools and techniques for overcoming problems related to electrostatic and magnetic coupling. It begins with a review of electrostatic concepts, such as charges, fields and forces. Basic theory of electrostatic and electromagnetic fields and field coupling provides an understanding of the problem-causing mechanisms. Students learn solutions ranging from cabling choices to the proper design and use of grounds. Effective grounding and shielding of amplifiers, voltmeters and enclosures will be covered. Techniques for measuring shielding effectiveness will be addressed. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) will be covered as it relates to equipment design.Mechanical Design for Product Reliability
: The ability to withstand vibration and shock environments increases product reliability. This short course presents basic structural dynamic theory and then applies it to the design of products.
: The ability to withstand vibration and shock environments increases product reliability. This short course presents basic structural dynamic theory and then applies it to the design of products.Test Procedures for EMI/EMC/ESD
: This short course will provide the background and details of commercial and military EMI/EMC/ESD standards and review test procedures to gain understanding and proficiency in EMC testing.
: This short course will provide the background and details of commercial and military EMI/EMC/ESD standards and review test procedures to gain understanding and proficiency in EMC testing.Thermal Analysis and Heat Transfer
: Advances in high density semiconductor integration have placed increased demands on thermal management and packaging in electronic hardware. This short course covers the fundamentals and physics of thermodynamics and heat transfer. It then shows how to apply this information to the design and testing of electronic and other hardware.
Electronics
: Advances in high density semiconductor integration have placed increased demands on thermal management and packaging in electronic hardware. This short course covers the fundamentals and physics of thermodynamics and heat transfer. It then shows how to apply this information to the design and testing of electronic and other hardware.Electronics for Non-Electronic Engineers (3-day)
: This short course covers basic concepts and terminology of electricity and electronics.
: This short course covers basic concepts and terminology of electricity and electronics.Electronics for Non-Electronic Engineers (5-day)
: This short course covers concepts and terminology of electricity and electronics. Digital electronic concepts are also covered.
: This short course covers concepts and terminology of electricity and electronics. Digital electronic concepts are also covered.Introduction to Electronic Theory
: This short course covers basic concepts and terminology of electricity and electronics.
: This short course covers basic concepts and terminology of electricity and electronics.Understanding Digital Electronics
: This short course presents the basic concepts and terminology of digital electronics. Digital numbering systems and mathematics are reviewed as they apply to digital circuits and components.
Instrumentation
: This short course presents the basic concepts and terminology of digital electronics. Digital numbering systems and mathematics are reviewed as they apply to digital circuits and components.Applied Measurements
: This course provides engineering concepts for the whole measurement system. It covers climatic measuring systems and reviews dynamic theory. Transduers and Wheatstone bridges are discussed, along with signal noise, accuracy and error, before continuing to spectral analysis, sampling, aliasing and filtering. Statistics, uncertainty and the selection of instrumentation systems round out the course.
: This course provides engineering concepts for the whole measurement system. It covers climatic measuring systems and reviews dynamic theory. Transduers and Wheatstone bridges are discussed, along with signal noise, accuracy and error, before continuing to spectral analysis, sampling, aliasing and filtering. Statistics, uncertainty and the selection of instrumentation systems round out the course.Instrumentation for Electrical Test and Measurement
: This short course provides a basic understanding of electrical measurement systems. It covers meters, 'scopes and transducers, their operating principles, strengths and weaknesses. The course is intended to help students to select optimum meters, transducer, amplifier, recording and readout devices to assemble a system for routine measurements of electrical phenomena.
: This short course provides a basic understanding of electrical measurement systems. It covers meters, 'scopes and transducers, their operating principles, strengths and weaknesses. The course is intended to help students to select optimum meters, transducer, amplifier, recording and readout devices to assemble a system for routine measurements of electrical phenomena.Instrumentation for Test and Measurement
: This short course provides a basic understanding of measurement systems and transducers. Its objective is to give students enough applications information that they can select optimum transducer, amplifier, recording and readout devices to assemble a system for routine measurements of environmental and dynamic phenomena
Engineering ManagementEngineering Management
: This short course provides a basic understanding of measurement systems and transducers. Its objective is to give students enough applications information that they can select optimum transducer, amplifier, recording and readout devices to assemble a system for routine measurements of environmental and dynamic phenomenaPrinciples of Project Engineering
: This course provides an introduction to project engineering principles, processes and practices. Quality assurance/ control and system engineering techniques and their application to project engineering will be covered.
Because of the highly interactive format, a semester long course can be presented and should be under-stood in this time frame. The instructor welcomes questions and comments during lectures. Pri vate discussions can be arranged between instructor and participants after class. There will be a final exam to evaluate the students understanding of the course material presented.
Environmental Test and MeasurementClimatic Testing
: This course provides an introduction to project engineering principles, processes and practices. Quality assurance/ control and system engineering techniques and their application to project engineering will be covered.
Because of the highly interactive format, a semester long course can be presented and should be under-stood in this time frame. The instructor welcomes questions and comments during lectures. Pri vate discussions can be arranged between instructor and participants after class. There will be a final exam to evaluate the students understanding of the course material presented.Climatic Test Techniques
: An introduction to climatic testing with an overview of field test measurement and analysis. Test methods and conditions of commercial and military test specifications and standards are discussed. Primary emphasis is on understanding the physics of each environment, and available measurement and control techniques.
Dynamic Testing
: An introduction to climatic testing with an overview of field test measurement and analysis. Test methods and conditions of commercial and military test specifications and standards are discussed. Primary emphasis is on understanding the physics of each environment, and available measurement and control techniques.Fixture Design for Vibration and Shock Testing
: The ability to withstand vibration and shock environments increases product reliability. The first part of this short course presents basic structural dynamic theory and applies it to the design of products. The design of fixtures for vibration and shock testing is then treated as a special application of the same principles.
: The ability to withstand vibration and shock environments increases product reliability. The first part of this short course presents basic structural dynamic theory and applies it to the design of products. The design of fixtures for vibration and shock testing is then treated as a special application of the same principles.Fundamentals of Vibration for Test Applications
: This short course covers a wide range of topics associated with vibration and shock applications. The theory of dynamics is covered, including displacement, velocity and acceleration. Various types of vibration exciters (shakers) are discussed. Random vibration theory, test fixtures and vibration measurement are discussed, also vibration testing and mechanical shock.
: This short course covers a wide range of topics associated with vibration and shock applications. The theory of dynamics is covered, including displacement, velocity and acceleration. Various types of vibration exciters (shakers) are discussed. Random vibration theory, test fixtures and vibration measurement are discussed, also vibration testing and mechanical shock.Mechanical Shock and Modal Test Techniques
: The course reviews structural and dynamic theory before examining methods of measuring frequency response from a structure under test. Causes and effects of shock are reviewed in detail. Experimental modal testing and input excitation methods are discussed, such as shaker and impact hammer. Transducers and signal processing equipment and analysis methods are reviewed. The Shock Response Spectrum (SRS) is discussed, also shock measurements, calibration, shakers and shock test machines, as well as shock test methods
: The course reviews structural and dynamic theory before examining methods of measuring frequency response from a structure under test. Causes and effects of shock are reviewed in detail. Experimental modal testing and input excitation methods are discussed, such as shaker and impact hammer. Transducers and signal processing equipment and analysis methods are reviewed. The Shock Response Spectrum (SRS) is discussed, also shock measurements, calibration, shakers and shock test machines, as well as shock test methodsMechanical Shock Techniques
: The effects of mechanical shock are important in many engineering applications. Shock is often part of the service and/or transportation environment. This course teaches general dynamic principles and builds on them to a greater understanding of shock effects, shock measurement, shock testing and design to withstand shock.
: The effects of mechanical shock are important in many engineering applications. Shock is often part of the service and/or transportation environment. This course teaches general dynamic principles and builds on them to a greater understanding of shock effects, shock measurement, shock testing and design to withstand shock.Modal Analysis for Structural Validation
: This short course teaches an experimental approach to understanding and determining the magnitude of vibration and modal characteristics of a structural system in its operating conditions. In the experimental method, the structure is excited by applying forced vibration and measuring the responses, from which the vibration modes are determined and a structural model developed.
: This short course teaches an experimental approach to understanding and determining the magnitude of vibration and modal characteristics of a structural system in its operating conditions. In the experimental method, the structure is excited by applying forced vibration and measuring the responses, from which the vibration modes are determined and a structural model developed.Product Noise Control
: This course provides an introduction to the physics, principles, language and fundamental techniques used to control noise. Emphasis will be placed on the practical applications of the physical principles behind noise control.
: This course provides an introduction to the physics, principles, language and fundamental techniques used to control noise. Emphasis will be placed on the practical applications of the physical principles behind noise control.Vibration and Shock Test Control Techniques
: This short course is an overview of vibration-testing technology, from basic principles of vibration hardware, control systems, to analysis techniques used for random, sine, and shock testing. The course also teaches participants to specify, evaluate and use digital data acquisition systems in laboratory and field applications.
Standards, Specifications and Procedures
: This short course is an overview of vibration-testing technology, from basic principles of vibration hardware, control systems, to analysis techniques used for random, sine, and shock testing. The course also teaches participants to specify, evaluate and use digital data acquisition systems in laboratory and field applications.Environmental Test Specifications
: This short course provides understanding and guidance about the contents and proper application of environmental design and test specifications, standards and requirements documents. For newcomers, this course will make environmental design and test less mysterious and formidable. Those with some experience will gain a better understanding, to recognize mistakes and repeat successes.
: This short course provides understanding and guidance about the contents and proper application of environmental design and test specifications, standards and requirements documents. For newcomers, this course will make environmental design and test less mysterious and formidable. Those with some experience will gain a better understanding, to recognize mistakes and repeat successes.Environmental Testing Procedures
: This short course shows how to conduct meaningful environmental tests. Specific environmental tests such as vibration, shock, climatic, ESS/EST are discussed in detail. Options such as test tailoring and deviation from written requirements of test documentation will be explored.
MetrologyCalibration
: This short course shows how to conduct meaningful environmental tests. Specific environmental tests such as vibration, shock, climatic, ESS/EST are discussed in detail. Options such as test tailoring and deviation from written requirements of test documentation will be explored.Calibration Laboratory Procedures
: This short course introduces statistical and management concepts such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and the Measurement Assurance Process (MAP). ISO standard 17025 and its impact on calibration laboratory management is analyzed clause by clause. ISO 9000 quality programs are also discussed. After a discussion of staffing, documentation, measurement uncertainty and inter-laboratory comparison (ILC), the final sections deal with laboratory facilities, more...
: This short course introduces statistical and management concepts such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and the Measurement Assurance Process (MAP). ISO standard 17025 and its impact on calibration laboratory management is analyzed clause by clause. ISO 9000 quality programs are also discussed. After a discussion of staffing, documentation, measurement uncertainty and inter-laboratory comparison (ILC), the final sections deal with laboratory facilities, more...Dimensional Calibration Procedures
: This short course reviews general metrology concepts and then covers calibration equipment and techniques in detail. Specific subjects include mass and weight, weighing devices and mass measurement techniques, precision dimensional instruments such as Vernier and digital calipers, height gages, micrometers and other devices. The course also covers measurement of force, torque, viscosity and hardness, fixed gauging, including Go and No Go gauging, and a detailed discussion of laser interferometry applications in calibration.
: This short course reviews general metrology concepts and then covers calibration equipment and techniques in detail. Specific subjects include mass and weight, weighing devices and mass measurement techniques, precision dimensional instruments such as Vernier and digital calipers, height gages, micrometers and other devices. The course also covers measurement of force, torque, viscosity and hardness, fixed gauging, including Go and No Go gauging, and a detailed discussion of laser interferometry applications in calibration.Electrical Instrumentation Calibration Procedures
: The course briefly reviews of terminology, units, measurement standards, traceability and types of error. The course then covers calibration standards and documents affecting the calibration of electrical items in detail: precision instruments such as VOM devices, oscillators, counters, function generators, power supplies, RF power instrumentation, temperature simulation and measuring equipment, and fiber optic instruments.
: The course briefly reviews of terminology, units, measurement standards, traceability and types of error. The course then covers calibration standards and documents affecting the calibration of electrical items in detail: precision instruments such as VOM devices, oscillators, counters, function generators, power supplies, RF power instrumentation, temperature simulation and measuring equipment, and fiber optic instruments.Thermodynamic Calibration Techniques
: Course 133 introduces physical measurement, then covers units of measurement and measuring methods. Error propagation, dimensional equations, traceability and a brief introduction to probability and statistics are presented before proceeding with specific measurement/calibration techniques and specific procedures for temperature, humidity, pressure/vacuum and flow.
General
: Course 133 introduces physical measurement, then covers units of measurement and measuring methods. Error propagation, dimensional equations, traceability and a brief introduction to probability and statistics are presented before proceeding with specific measurement/calibration techniques and specific procedures for temperature, humidity, pressure/vacuum and flow.Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T
: This short course introduces the concepts of size control and material tolerances. After defining terminology to be used, geometric characteristics and symbols, the course demonstrates how the geometric system works, using practical applications, blue-print reading and interpretation. The course covers application of position tolerance measurement and limits of size methods. Form tolerances for configurations such as flatness, straightness and roundness are discussed, and datum reference methods are covered in detail. Orientation tolerances are also discussed, for perpendicular, parallel and profile views of various items. Profile and position tolerances are covered, as are co-axial, symmetrical and concentric applications.
: This short course introduces the concepts of size control and material tolerances. After defining terminology to be used, geometric characteristics and symbols, the course demonstrates how the geometric system works, using practical applications, blue-print reading and interpretation. The course covers application of position tolerance measurement and limits of size methods. Form tolerances for configurations such as flatness, straightness and roundness are discussed, and datum reference methods are covered in detail. Orientation tolerances are also discussed, for perpendicular, parallel and profile views of various items. Profile and position tolerances are covered, as are co-axial, symmetrical and concentric applications.Measurement Uncertainty with an Introduction to Engineering Statistics
: Course 132-4 starts with Part I, a one-day review of engineering statistics, covering all the usual topics in reliability and statistics and explains how the theory is applied in engineering. Part II introduces statistical concepts associated with measurement uncertainty. The course then covers: error sources and classification, indirect errors, control charts, a step-by-step process of calculating uncertainty, the uncertainty budget and applicable standards and guidelines for expressing and reporting measurement uncertainty.
: Course 132-4 starts with Part I, a one-day review of engineering statistics, covering all the usual topics in reliability and statistics and explains how the theory is applied in engineering. Part II introduces statistical concepts associated with measurement uncertainty. The course then covers: error sources and classification, indirect errors, control charts, a step-by-step process of calculating uncertainty, the uncertainty budget and applicable standards and guidelines for expressing and reporting measurement uncertainty.Metrology Concepts
: This short course covers the measurement process, types and correct use of measurement and test equipment, and measurement standards. It introduces measurement uncertainty and risk analysis. The course includes the procedures necessary to set up and operate a calibration program.
: This short course covers the measurement process, types and correct use of measurement and test equipment, and measurement standards. It introduces measurement uncertainty and risk analysis. The course includes the procedures necessary to set up and operate a calibration program.Understanding ISO 17025
: In this short course, ISO standard 17025's impact on test and calibration laboratory operations is analyzed clause by clause. Management requirements are discussed in detail, including organization, the quality system, document Control, contracting issues, handling of complaints, nonconforming work, corrective and preventive action. Technical requirements, including personnel training and job descriptions, physical surroundings, test/calibration method development and validation and equipment control are discussed. Uncertainty, traceability, sampling, quality assurance, reporting and specific applications are covered.
Statistics & ReliabilityReliability
: In this short course, ISO standard 17025's impact on test and calibration laboratory operations is analyzed clause by clause. Management requirements are discussed in detail, including organization, the quality system, document Control, contracting issues, handling of complaints, nonconforming work, corrective and preventive action. Technical requirements, including personnel training and job descriptions, physical surroundings, test/calibration method development and validation and equipment control are discussed. Uncertainty, traceability, sampling, quality assurance, reporting and specific applications are covered.Reliability for Product Quality
: This course approaches reliability from a common-sense direction. The statistical methods are covered with reference to practical considerations.
Statistics
: This course approaches reliability from a common-sense direction. The statistical methods are covered with reference to practical considerations.Engineering Statistics
: This short course covers all the usual topics in reliability and statistics and explains how the theory is applied in engineering. The actual evaluation of statistical formulas is done using programmable calculators, which simplify the process and save hours of tedious work
: This short course covers all the usual topics in reliability and statistics and explains how the theory is applied in engineering. The actual evaluation of statistical formulas is done using programmable calculators, which simplify the process and save hours of tedious work| Head Office | Training and Seminar Locations |
