When it comes to my knowledge of generic e-learning content, I'm very familiar with the wide range of soft skills and IT applications training programmes available from the leading players in the market.
But when it comes to the manufacturing sector, I'll be honest to say that I've never really thought much about the need for generic e-learning training. I've worked on custom e-learning projects for the chemical engineering industry that underpinned an on-the-job apprenticeship training programme, so didn't think much beyond that initial requirement.
So I was interested to come across Tooling U, a US-based provider of online training for the manufacturing sector, who offer a very wide range of e-learning courses in all matter of topics.
As well as covering the use of specific types of machinery, they also have courses that introduce the employee to the underlying processes surrounding the use of these tools. They've also recently launched a range of soft skills modules for factory floor supervisors. Given my own background in soft skills training, I reviewed the demo of one of these new modules and - putting aside the US feel to it - I was impressed by the instructional design and overall look and feel.
They also offer a range of m-learning versions under the TU Mobile brand.
I can't vouch necessarily for the technical content, but if you are in the manufacturing sector, then I'm sure you'll want to take a look.
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