Interactive E-Learning Tools (IET)
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NC BioNetwork's interactive eLearning tools (IET) are reusable chunks of training that can be deployed in a variety of courses or training programs. IETs are designed to enhance, not replace hands-on training. Learners are able to enter a hands-on lab experience better prepared and more confident. Use the links below to explore science and math concepts. *For Instructors and Trainers* Add the appropriate links to your online course site as a pre-lab preparation tool or a post-lab refresher exercise. |
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AKTAprime Plus ncbionetwork.org/aktaprime The Aktaprime HPLC is a chromatography system used for analyzing protein solutions. In this 3D model, you will learn about part identification and flow paths through the system. |
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Aseptic Technique ncbionetwork.org/aseptic Work inside a vertical laminar airflow hood and prove to your virtual lab manager that you've got what it takes. |
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Autoclave Operation ncbionetwork.org/autoclave Autoclaves are used to sterilize instruments and equipment, sterilize solutions and media, and kill living organisms in microbiological waste, making it safe to discard. In this 15-minute interactive exercise, you'll learn its parts and functions and even have a chance to operate a virtual autoclave. |
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BioFlow 110 ncbionetwork.org/bioflow The BioFlow 110 is a bioreactor used to incubate cells on a laboratory scale. In this 3D interactive model, you will learn about part identification and flow paths through the system. |
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Centrifugation ncbionetwork.org/centrifugation Operate a virtual centrifuge and explore the basics of centrifugation in this exciting virtual learning object. |
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Chromatography ncbionetwork.org/chromatography Explore affinity, ion exchange, and size exclusion chromatography. |
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Deliberate Documentation ncbionetwork.org/documentation Deliberate documentation allows everyone in a manufacturing environment to trust that the materials they are working with meet specifications so that the manufacturing process will yield quality products. In this 15-minute interactive experience, you will practice using 3 common workplace documents: SOPs, WIDs, & BPRs. |
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Determining Glassware Accuracy ncbionetwork.org/glassware What are the differences between graduated cylinders, beakers, and Erlenmeyer flasks? Practice measuring volumes and determine percent error and standard deviation for each piece of lab glassware. |
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Environmental Monitoring ncbionetwork.org/environmentalmonitoring Environmental Monitoring is a challenging serious game which places you in a virtual cleanroom, tasked with performing typical personnel, surface, non-viable, and viable particle counting activities. |
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Fermentation ncbionetwork.org/fermentation Grow and harvest E. coli through a virtual lab-scale fermentation process. |
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Filtration ncbionetwork.org/filtration Construct gravity and vacuum filtration units to filter sand from water. |
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GC - Gas Chromatography ncbionetwork.org/gc Learn the high level concepts of Gas Chromatography by finding out: Which has the least pesticide - the supermarket chain apple, or an apple from a local market? Learn how GC works by testing each apple, and then examine the resulting to chromatograms to find out. |
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GMP Requirements ncbionetwork.org/gmp GMPs help ensure the quality, safety, and efficacy of a product. You'll explore Good Manufacturing Practices as you work through several interactive scenarios in a virtual manufacturing facility. |
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HPLC ncbionetwork.org/hplc Learn the high level concepts of High Performance Liquid Chromatography by finding out which has more caffeine - an energy drink or coffee? Learn how HPLC works by testing each drink, and then examine the resulting to chromatograms to find out. |
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Job Interviewing ncbionetwork.org/interview Do you have what it takes to land that new job? Preparation is key, and in this 20-minute eLearning tool you'll have an opportunity to practice preparing for a job interview. |
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Lab Safety ncbionetwork.org/labsafety Lab Safety is a scenario-based learning object in which you help your virtual lab partner, Maxine, work safely in the lab. |
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Lyophilization ncbionetwork.org/lyophilization Lyophilization, or freeze drying, is an important process to the biopharmaceutical industry. Operate a virtual lyophilizer and explore the process of freeze drying a product. |
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Manufacturing Safety & Awareness ncbionetwork.org/safety Meet, Dave, your chief safety coach. Dave will guide you through a manufacturing facility and give you a chance to measure your awareness of safety hazards in a typical manufacturing work environment. |
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Media Prep ncbionetwork.org/mediaprep Culture media is a liquid or gel designed to support the growth of a variety of different types of organisms or cells. In this interactive eLearning tool, we'll practice preparing culture media by examining which area of the bathroom has the most germs. |
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Metric Conversions ncbionetwork.org/metric Metric Conversions is an excellent tool for refreshing your knowledge of dimensional analysis, English-to-Metric, Metric-to-English, and Metric-to-Metric conversions. |
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pH Meter Calibration ncbionetwork.org/ph Practice performing a three point calibration of a pH meter using buffer solutions. |
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(NEW!) Pipetting Interactive Comic Book Game lsteam.org/iet/pipetting You've just been hired as a quality assurance inspector for a research testing company. Your job is to talk to employees in the aliquoting department and identify pipetting-related CAPA, Corrective and Preventative Actions that your company should take. |
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Spectrophotometry ncbionetwork.org/spectrophotometer Practice working with a spectrophotometer by examining a sample solution at different wavelengths. |
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Sterile Gowning Procedures ncbionetwork.org/sterilegowning Sterile Gowning Procedures is a serious game that teaches the steps for proper sterile gowning and gloving. |
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Tablet Process Simulator ncbionetwork.org/tablet Setup and run a tablet press in a virtual 3D environment. |
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UPLC Simulator ncbionetwork.org/uplc Load and analyze samples in a virtual 3D environment. |
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VinSim ncbionetwork.org/vinsim Select a site, choose a grape variety, build a trellis, prune your vines, and harvest your grapes in this 20-minute Viticulture simulation. |
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The Sherlock Homework Mysteries - The Missing Memorial sherlockhomework.com Who could steal the 60-ft. tall granite monument from the Wright Brothers National Memorial? Use your knowledge of integers to help Sherlock Homework resolve this questionable quandary. |
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The Sherlock Homework Mysteries - The Smoky Mountain Sasquatch sherlockhomework.com Is Bigfoot really real? Strengthen your knowledge of the order of operations and help Sherlock Homework solve this mystery! |
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The Sherlock Homework Mysteries - The 3 Halves of Hatteras sherlockhomework.com You can't have 3 halves of one lighthouse! Test your knowledge of fractions and help Sherlock Homework solve this problematic predicament. |
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The Sherlock Homework Mysteries - The Ghost of the Devil's Head sherlockhomework.com A strange glowing specter has been appearing nightly next to the Devil's Head in Chimney Rock State Park. Use your knowledge of decimals to help Sherlock Homework get to the bottom of this spooky spectacle. |
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The Sherlock Homework Mysteries - The Baffling Battleship sherlockhomework.com Strange things are afoot aboard the battleship USS Hardscrabble. Sherlock Homework is on the case, and you're right there beside him strengthen your knowledge of algebra in order to resolve this dubious dilemma. |
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Future Factory - Advanced Manufacturing Game futurefactorygame.com Future Factory is an exciting and entertaining casual educational game, in which you take the role of a bright young college student recently placed in charge of an advanced manufacturing facility, and charged with the goal of helping to serve the needs of the world energy crisis. |
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Composite Part Manufacturing ncbionetwork.org/composites Today's aircraft are manufactured using composites. This learning object walks you through the process of creating a composite part from prepreg to finishing. |
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Major Parts of a Modern Airplane media.ncbionetwork.org/aerospace/parts.html Identify the major parts of a modern airplane by dragging and dropping the part names onto the corresponding part call-out bubble. |
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Flight Controls media.ncbionetwork.org/aerospace/flight_controls.html You are learning to fly with an instructor copilot. The instructor will give you a variety of commands. Score correctly on 5 out of 7 tasks to be well on your way to completing your aviation certification. |
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Pitch, Roll, and Yaw media.ncbionetwork.org/aerospace/pitchrollyaw.html It's like "whac-a-mole" with an airplane! The airplane will begin to quickly Pitch, Roll, or Yaw. Click the correct movement before time runs out. |
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Work Orders media.ncbionetwork.org/aerospace/work_orders.html You will receive work orders which tell you to install brackets on different parts of the airframe. Take each bracket and install it in the correct location. |
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Wing Shapes media.ncbionetwork.org/aerospace/wing_shapes.html Test three different airplane wing designs to see which has the greatest lift. |