Practical Engineering Courses

The Hidden Engineering of Landfills

Explore the intricate engineering behind modern landfills, their crucial role in waste management, and how they protect the environment through innovative design and technology.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Why Are Texas Interchanges So Tall?

Exploring the engineering behind Texas' towering highway interchanges, their unique design challenges, and the impact on urban landscapes and transportation efficiency.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How French Drains Work

Explore subsurface drainage systems, their mechanics, and applications in protecting structures and managing water flow. Learn about the principles behind French drains and their effectiveness.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Why Are Cooling Towers Shaped Like That? - The Engineering Behind Their Hyperbolic Design

Discover the engineering principles behind cooling tower design and how their distinctive hyperbolic shape maximizes efficiency in industrial cooling systems through natural draft principles.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Wild Story of the Taum Sauk Dam Failure

Uncover the dramatic events surrounding the Taum Sauk Dam failure, exploring its pumped storage facility, the 2005 upper reservoir collapse, and subsequent reconstruction efforts.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

When Infrastructure Gets Hacked

Explore digital security vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure systems and their potential impacts on daily life, emphasizing the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Is the World Really Running Out of Sand? - An Analysis of Global Sand Resources

Explore the global sand supply, its importance in construction, and the environmental impact of sand extraction. Gain insights into the future of this crucial resource.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

1.5 Years of Heavy Construction in 1.5 Hours - A Practical Engineering Documentary

Experience an immersive journey through a major construction project, condensed into a detailed time-lapse showcasing engineering techniques, contractor coordination, and real-world construction challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Understanding How Electricity Flows from Power Plants to Your Home

Uncover the complex journey of electricity from power plants to your home, exploring the financial and mechanical systems behind the power grid's operation.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Understanding Base Plates in Structural Engineering - A Practical Guide

Discover the engineering principles behind base plates - the crucial connection points where buildings meet their foundations, and learn how they influence structural design in everyday architecture.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video