Fish Friendly Hydro Power
A recent ASME article noted that in 2012 a Department of Energy study identified 54,000 Non-Powered Dams, dams with changes of elevation of 15 feet or higher, which could provide 13 gigawatts of power, enough to power 5 million homes. That potential is to say the least staggering. The primary reason that these “small dams” are […]
FEATURED TESTIMONIAL – All the Hours Paid Off!
“I participated in the 20-Week Review class for the Civil: Water Resources and Environmental exam. All of the hours put into studying and developing the materials following the Dr. Tom method paid off as I passed the Exam. One of the critical items to my success was understanding the test taking method of taking multiple passes […]
The Most Famous Crosswalk in the World
Crosswalks are intended to make crossing a road easier and safer for pedestrians. the world’s most famous crosswalk, on Abbey Road, of Beatles’ fame, just celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the photo that would make it a tourist destination. According to a CityLab article, this fame has turned a utilitarian and often-overlooked roadway feature into a would-be photo […]
Rolling Bridge – Good Design Never Gets Old
An 18th century bridge design could be taking on a new life through London architect Thomas Randall-Page. His rolling bridge design is a low tech and elegant solution that requires no motors or electricity. I could try to describe how it works, but this animation from a curbed.com article tells all. For a mechanical engineer this […]
FEATURED TESTIMONIAL – Beyond Helpful
“I didn’t finish college. Having history as a CAD drafter for architecture firms, I got a job at a small civil engineering firm in Florida. I stayed there 4 years, learning and growing into a design engineer before moving to California where I remained in the field for another ten years. However; without a degree, […]
Flexible to Fit Your Schedule – Whatever It Is!
At DTC, we understand that you are a very busy person, and that finding time to prepare for the PE Exam is a big challenge. That’s why our courses are designed with maximum flexibility and effectiveness in mind – available 24/7 online, with short lessons, lots of practice, and detailed study plans. We give you […]
PE EXAM TIP – Benefits of an Online Course
Live class or online course? Which is the best way to prepare for the PE Exam? Having taught both, I understand the benefits and downsides of each. The real-time interaction of a live course with the ability to ask questions during lectures can result in a very dynamic learning experience, but it has its limitations. […]
Mechanical Engineers! Time Is Running Out! Take the PE Exam Now!
The October 2019 Mechanical PE Exam is the very last chance you have to take the pencil-and-paper PE Exam. The three Mechanical PE Exams will covert to the year-round Computer-Based Testing (CBT) format starting in April 2020 (https://ncees.org/exams/cbt/). This change in the testing method for the PE Exam has huge consequences for anyone taking the […]
FEATURED TESTIMONIAL – Thumbs Up for the Fast Track!
“I thought the Fast Track Review Course was excellent. It provided the structure, practice, and review that I needed 25 years after receiving my mechanical engineering degree. I loved Dr. Tom’s teaching – his style & strategy tips made the learning process very enjoyable. The class format and hand-outs were also excellent. I would strongly recommend it […]
Will Blue Become the New Green?
One of the watch words of the 21st Century is “Green Energy.” Scientists at Stanford University are working on what they are calling “Blue Energy.” The idea was first proposed by British Engineer R E Pattle in the journal Nature in 1954. The process involves mixing fresh water with seawater. Salt is chemically a combination of […]
