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52 Short courses in Engineering & Technology in Netherlands

Global Energy Transition in a Fossil World
This course of Global Energy Transition in a Fossil World at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on the societal and political dimensions of the energy transition, while taking into account the physical and technical limitations of the energy system, as well as earth’s environmental boundaries.
Electric Cars - Introduction
Electric vehicles are the future of transportation. Electric mobility has become an essential part of the energy transition, and will imply significant changes for vehicle manufacturers, governments, companies and individuals. The Electric Cars - Introduction programme is offered by the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
Solar Energy - Photovoltaic (PV) Energy Conversion
The key factor in getting more efficient and cheaper solar energy panels is the advance in the development of photovoltaic cells.The Solar Energy - Photovoltaic (PV) Energy Conversion program is offered by the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
Forensic Engineering - Learning from Failures
What do collapsed buildings, infected hospital patients, and crashed airplanes have in common? If you know the causes of these events and conditions, they can all be prevented. The Forensic Engineering - Learning from Failures programme is offered by the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites in Structural Engineering
The Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites in Structural Engineering course at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is designed for professionals who may include early-career and senior structural engineers, architects, consultants, reviewers, project managers and decision makers at investors and/or state institutions, who have experience with classical structural engineering materials.
Aeroacoustics - Noise Reduction Strategies for Mechanical Systems
Learn how to reliably evaluate noise in a variety of mechanical systems and develop basic noise reduction strategies to improve their aerodynamic design and performance. This Aeroacoustics - Noise Reduction Strategies for Mechanical Systems course is offered at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
The Circular City - Towards a Sustainable Urban Ecosystem
In this The Circular City - Towards a Sustainable Urban Ecosystem from University of Amsterdam, students are taught how to leverage the potential of cities via a new paradigm for urban planning and design: urban metabolism.
Mining industry, CSR and Local Development
Preliminary findings show that the main use of gypsum in Tanzania is for the road construction and cement production. The gypsum produced in Makanya Ward has been transported to cement plant (Tanga Cement PLC) in Tanga Region. University of Groningen's Mining industry, CSR and Local Development course will teach you more about that.
Aircraft Performance - Physics and Simulation
This Aircraft Performance - Physics and Simulation course from Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) will not teach you how to pilot an aircraft as taught in flying schools but rather why this is the best way of doing it by providing you with a more fundamental understanding of the physics governing aircraft performance.
Offshore Wind Farm Technology - Design, Installation and Operation
The Offshore Wind Farm Technology - Design, Installation and Operation course from Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) presents video lectures, readings, quizzes and assignments. You will have the chance to interact with other professionals in the field and share knowledge and experience through online forums.
Design of Lightweight Structures I: Composites and Metals
Economics and Ecologics go hand in hand for aircraft. So how do we get structures light and keep safety, durability, maintainability and other aspects up to par? You need knowledge about design, base materials and manufacturing to get successful. The Design of Lightweight Structures I: Composites and Metals course is offered at the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
Managing Building Adaptation - a Sustainable Approach
Do you have a passion for buildings and want to contribute to a sustainable environment? Then this is your chance to make a difference! The biggest sustainability challenge for cities worldwide is adapting existing obsolescent buildings and making them future-proof. The Managing Building Adaptation - a Sustainable Approach programme is offered by the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
Solar Energy - Photovoltaic (PV) Technologies
The technologies used to produce solar cells and photovoltaic modules are advancing to deliver highly efficient and flexible solar panels.The Solar Energy - Photovoltaic (PV) Technologies program is offered by the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
Solar Energy
Learn to design a complete photovoltaic system with this Solar Energy program at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
Introduction to Water and Climate
Water is essential for life on earth and of crucial importance for society.The Introduction to Water and Climate program is offered by the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
Observation Theory - Estimating the Unknown
This Observation Theory - Estimating the Unknown at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is the course that teaches you how to find the best estimates of the unknown parameters from noisy observations. You will also learn how to assess the quality of your results.
Sustainable Urban Development
International Course on Sustainable Urban Development at Erasmus University Rotterdam gives you the opportunity to merge an academic specialisation course with a multidisciplinary project where you apply theory into practice.
Railway Engineering - Track and Train Interaction
This Railway Engineering - Track and Train Interaction course at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to apply a systems approach to railway engineering and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Aerobic Granular Sludge Technology for Wastewater Treatment
Learn about this innovative solution for wastewater treatment. Discover the functionality of and (biological) mechanisms behind the Aerobic Granular Sludge (AGS) technology and design a full scale AGS wastewater treatment plant. This Aerobic Granular Sludge Technology for Wastewater Treatment course is offered Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).
Aeroacoustics - Measurement Techniques
Learn how to measure noise and experimentally analyze noise‑source and reduction mechanisms, tackling the relevant fluid dynamics and acoustic parameters. This Aeroacoustics - Measurement Techniques course is offered at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft).