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Tests for Variances and Proportions

Tests for Variances and Proportions ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB)
As a Six Sigma team moves into the Analyze phase of a project, team members begin analyzing the information and data collected in the earlier phases. During the Analyze phase, Six Sigma teams identify possible sources of variation, underlying root causes, and areas for improvement. It is here where assumptions or hypotheses
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Tests for Variances and Proportions
Introduction to Operational Support and Analysis

Introduction to Operational Support and Analysis ITIL ITIL Intermediate Level - Service Capability ITIL® v3 Intermediate: Operational Support & Analysis Exam
Within the context of ITIL , service operation is sometimes referred to as the 'factory' of IT. It focuses on the daily activities and organizational infrastructure that are used to deliver services to the organization and the
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Request Fulfillment Process Interfaces and Challenges

Request Fulfillment Process Interfaces and Challenges ITIL ITIL Intermediate Level - Service Capability ITIL® v3 Intermediate: Operational Support & Analysis Exam
What would you think if you called your Internet provider to get a new password, and they told you it was going to be a week before they could resolve your request? Or even worse, imagine them not being able to do it at all
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Scaffolding and Ladder Safety

Scaffolding and Ladder Safety
This course is designed to train employees to recognize the hazards associated with ladders, stairways, and the type of scaffold being used at the work site and to understand the procedures to control or minimize those hazards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to
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First Aid Medical Emergencies

First Aid: Medical Emergencies
Medical emergencies can occur at anytime but may be hidden because of injuries suffered in an accident, or an accident may trigger a medical emergency such as a heart attack, stroke, or seizure. This one-hour training will focus on the signs and symptoms of specific medical emergencies and their treatment. Being trained in first aid could mean the difference
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Cisco Route 1 0 Connecting the Enterprise to ISPs

Cisco Route 1.0: Connecting the Enterprise to ISPs Cisco Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP ) 642-902 Implementing Cisco IP Routing (ROUTE) v1.0
The Internet has become a vital resource in many organizations, and the Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is an alternative to using default routes to control path selections. Before the connection of an enterprise network to an Internet service
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Cisco Route 1 0 The OSPF Routing Protocol

...of network links and it is vital that you know which ones are being used in order to properly configure OSPF. It is equally important to note that OSPF pays special attention to different network types, such as point-to-point and broadcast networks, and that the OSPF default settings do not always work properly with some network topologies. This course introduces each of the major
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CompTIA Network 2009 Network Addressing

CompTIA Network 2009: Network Addressing CompTIA CompTIA Network 2009 N10-004 CompTIA Network 2009
In order for devices to be part of a network, each must have at least one unique address. All network devices have a hardware address but communication is enabled through the use of logical addresses, most commonly IP addresses. This course describes the two most common types of network
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CompTIA Network 2009 Troubleshooting the Network

CompTIA Network 2009: Troubleshooting the Network CompTIA CompTIA Network 2009 N10-004 CompTIA Network 2009
Even in the best designed and managed networks, problems will arise. Knowing the proper troubleshooting methodology and being familiar with the many tools both software and hardware available to troubleshoot network issues will make the task of finding and solving problems that much
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Updating ADO NET Data Sets with VB 2008

Updating ADO.NET Data Sets with VB 2008 Microsoft
ADO.NET DataSets allow developers to easily update and manage data sources using Visual Basic 2008. This course examines how DataSets are used to update source data and also how to manage the integrity of the data being updated. Specific topics covered include updating data sources, committing changes to data sources, managing data integrity,
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SQL Server 2008 Data Management

...d to monitor and manage these indexes to ensure that they are being used efficiently. Importing and exporting data provides a way for database administrators to move data between tables, databases, and servers. This course demonstrates how to manage table partitions, configure data compression, as well as create and manage indexes in a database. It also shows how to import data using the BULK
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Oracle Database 11g R2 SQL Monitoring Performance Enhancements

...eatures enable the DBA to ensure the optimal memory sizes are being used for the database using Automatic Memory Management, and that SQL statements are running properly by monitoring them in real-time using Enterprise Manager. It also offers a new feature to conceptually extend the buffer cache by using DB Smart Flash. This course demonstrates how to monitor SQL commands in real-time using SQL
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Updating ADO NET DataSets With C 2010

Updating ADO.NET DataSets With C# 2010 Microsoft Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist .Net Framework 4, Data Access (Exam 70-516)
ADO.NET DataSets allow developers to easily update and manage data sources using Visual C# 2010. This course examines how DataSets are used to update source data and also how to manage the integrity of the data being updated. Specific topics covered include
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Identity Presence Privacy

Identity, Presence & Privacy
As we move towards more applications being delivered via the cloud, and businesses using a cloud computing models, we also need to consider the implications for the management of identity. This course ensures you are familiar with identity and access management (IAM) and the common industry protocols used to extend identity to the cloud. It covers the concept of
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From Online Training Directory
Expert Certificate Course in Medical Coding


Our course is a complete and comprehensive online training process to learn coding. It will take about 4 months to complete. It requires medical terminology. A Medical Terminology Course should be taken first. All necessary materials needed to take this course are included (with the exception of a medical dictionary). This includes the AMA`s CPT (procedure codes), and EasyCoder (ICD codes).
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Expert Certificate Course in Medical Coding
Legal Research and Writing


This course guides students on how to do legal research and writing.
After completing this course, the student is expected to have acquired the basic skills necessary for writing legal documents.
The course is designed to give the student exposure to writing briefs, pleadings, (including motions, complaints, answers, appeals, etc.) and even some basic legal correspondence. The Student should
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Learn How to Repair Computers: Get Certified in 7 weeks


Discontinued. This course has been replaced by Course Number 3509.If you do not see this course listed contact customer service at EST.
Have you ever wished you knew enough about computers to repair them? Are you tired of hearing about other people making $50 to $200 an hour as a computer technician, perhaps with their own business? Would you like to have a piece of the pie to? Well now, you
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How to Build And Maintain Rapport With Your Clients



Learn how to build rapport with your clients and get beyond small talk.
Whether it`s a salesperson with customer, manager with employee, teacher with student or parent with child, rapport skills are the foundation for successful communications. As we think of rapport being a degree of harmony that we have with someone, it takes on powerful dimensions in developing relationships. And when a person
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Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Series
This series replaces course 3462 and 3463. It is developed to educate managers and non-managers about the causes and effects of sexual harassment in the work environment. It looks at the elements that define behavior as harassment, methods that can be used to prevent it from occurring, as well as ways to deal with the situation if it happens. As of 8/17/07, this course complies with the following
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Expert Certificate Course in Medical Transcription for the Physician ™s Office and Home Based Business
Medical transcriptionists are vital members of the professional healthcare team. Medical transcriptionists transcribe medical reports to document patients` medical care and condition. Most medical reports are transcribed from audio files recorded by the physician, but a growing number of medical reports are first compiled by speech recognition technology, then edited and corrected by medical
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From 123-CBT Computer Based Training
Manager s Performance Guide - Team Conflict Skills
There is little doubt that today's organizations are experiencing unprecedented changes in how they define themselves and accomplish their work. Nowhere are these changes more evident than in organizations' training and development departments. Managers are increasingly being asked to show how their training efforts add value to the organization, and that means being able to measure performance.
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Manager s Performance Guide - Team Conflict Skills
CISSP Domain Cryptography
To recognize how different cryptographic technologies are used to provide confidentiality, integrity, and authentication for data being transferred across untrusted networks; to prepare candidates for one of the ten knowledge domains assessed in (ISC)2's CISSP certification exam
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Data Modeling - Develop Depth to Your Models

Course Overview
This is the second course in a two-part series which covers Data Modeling. You will begin by learning a top-down, systematic approach to database development using entity-relationship models and normalization. Then you will use this approach to identify and define business information requirements both in the course and within your work environment. This course can be used as
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Quality Management Business Process Improvement

Quality Management: Business Process Improvement offers the student an overview of how to prepare and implement quality changes. The program details how to select processes for improvement, assign a process manager, and establish a process improvement team. In addition, the program teaches the learner how to flowchart and streamline a process, as well as how to measure process performance.
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Self Development Positively Influencing Others

Self-Development: Positively Influencing Others offers the student an overview of the information required to influence others through nonverbal communication and language, and covers how to use influence to empower people. The program details how the student can enhance his or her level of influence by listening actively, understanding Satir modes and sensory systems, building rapport, and
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ABAP 6 10 Reporting

The course ABAP reporting 6.10 will show the trainee how to integrate reports in SAP R/3. The user will be introduced to batch input programming and evaluation as well as being introduced to the ALV grid control and shown what it can be used for. Learn To: o Integrating Reports in SAP R/3. o Area Menus. o Transactions. o Creating User-Specific Menus. o Batch Input. o Working with
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Cross Cultural Business Comm Understanding Cultural Differences

Cross-Cultural Business Communication: Understanding Cultural Differences offers students the information they need to understand the basics of cross-cultural business communication. The program provides information about the volume, pitch, and rate of speech that should be used when communicating cross-culturally. Cultural differences in nonverbal and written communication are also explained.
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Human Resource Law Family Medical Leave Act

In Human Resource Law: Family and Medical Leave Act, you will learn the provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and how to administer FMLA leave. You will learn which events qualify an employee for FMLA leave and the actions employers should avoid taking when protecting an employee's rights to FMLA leave. In addition, you will learn job restoration rules, how the FMLA is enforced,
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Business Problem Solving The Problem Solving Process

In Business Problem Solving: The Problem-Solving Process, you will learn the three phases of the problem-solving process and how to complete each phase. The program also gives you several processes for generating solution options and a method for prioritizing problems. By applying the information in this program, you will be able to identify a problem's root causes, develop and implement an
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Business Problem Solving Critical Thinking Info Analysis

In Business Problem Solving: Critical Thinking and Information Analysis you will learn multiple analysis techniques as well as the different methods to reach conclusions. The program gives you a process for thinking logically and creatively. Additionally, the program provides you with processes and guidelines for both quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques. By applying the information in
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Advanced Project Mgmt Building Productive Stakeholder Relationships

Advanced Project Management: Building Productive Stakeholder Relationships teaches learners how to classify stakeholders as primary, strategic, and operational sponsors and how to determine stakeholders a a needs and expectations. It covers how to create a formal communication plan, how to resolve conflict with stakeholders, and what steps are commonly used to control change. Finally, it
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Team Leadership Developing A High Peformance Team

Team Leadership: Developing a High-Performance Team gives the student an overview of the uses of teams in the corporate world and explains the creation and leadership of effective teams. The program covers how to choose the right type of team, steps for developing a team communication process, the team leader's responsibilities, and guidelines to help the team leader maintain a high-performance
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Project Teams Participating on a Project Team

Project Team Management: Participating on a Project Team offers the student information required to understand types of projects and project teams. The program covers guidelines for resolving conflict within a project team and for helping team members reach consensus. It also offers information on the personal responsibilities and communication skills needed to participate on a project team.
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From Star Leadership, Inc
Best Practices in Employee Performance Management


Every organization is challenged with managing performance. In many companies, the so called performance management system is a burden that gets in the way of workers being able to perform their jobs. If youa re looking for a strategic, efficient, result-oriented approach to Performance Management, this seminar is for you.
In this seminar, you will learn:
Current research on best
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From Serebra Learning Corporation
Federal Government Industry Overview Version 1
The Federal Government is the largest contractor and buyer of services and products in the U.S., spending over $200 billion annually. Regardless of what business you are in, chances are there is a government agency in need of your product or service. Winning a government contract can be challenging, and millions of dollars in potential contracts are lost to companies who do not understand
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Managing Upward Relationships
Managing upward relationships is the art of consciously improving collaboration with superiors so that subordinate managers can reap the best personal and organizational results. Managers share the responsibility for managing the relationship with the top management and Board of Directors of the company. Taking advantage of that responsibility will strengthen motivation, productivity, and overall
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The Six Sigma Project Charter and Plan
What constitutes a project charter? How do you know whether you've set the right goals for your project? What tools can best help you plan your project? As you advance in this course--which focuses on project charter elements as well as planning tools and project documentation--you will obtain the skills and knowledge required to manage your project charter and plan. Six Sigma is a registered
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Six Sigma and the Voice of the Customer
Do you know the phrase, "caveat emptor"? It's a Latin term that means, "Let the buyer beware." It's also a legal principle stating that consumers must purchase goods at their own risk, because unless specifically asked, the seller is generally under no obligation to disclose defects. Caveat emptor once struck fear in the hearts of many wary consumers. Fortunately, the tide has turned. Increased
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Lean Tools
At its heart, being Lean seeks to eliminate waste from the organization. By applying Lean tools and techniques, organizations can become more competitive, agile, and responsive to customer demands. This course highlights the implementation of Lean tools in the production and manufacturing environment. These tools have derived largely from the development of the Toyota Production System (TPS). In
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Lean Strategies
You may have all the proper ingredients, but that doesn't necessarily mean that you can make the ultimate dish, especially if you are creating it for the first time. Adding the right amount of each ingredient in the proper sequence with specific techniques improves your chances for success. An understanding of lean manufacturing principles and techniques will give you the ingredients you need for
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From Rice Consulting Services, Inc
User-Oriented Methods for Software Quality - e-Learning Version

Now, more than ever before, more responsibility is being placed on software users to define and validate the systems they acquire. This course presents two important sides of user involvement in software projects: gathering and documenting user requirements, and testing from the user perspective.
The instructor for this course is Randall Rice, a facilitator and designer of many user acceptance
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From Construction Mastery Institute
Respiratory Protection and Safety
The a Respiratory Protection and Safetya eCourse points out to employees why it is important that they learn to recognize and guard against respiratory hazards. Both OSHA and NIOSH have issued changes to their Respiratory Protection Training Requirements. This eCourse includes those changes... such as new fit testing protocols and cleaning/ disinfecting procedures... as well as shows examples
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From eCPD.
Mentoring in the Workplace

If you have knowledge or experience or are simply a good listener you have probably already been a mentor a helping someone to learn, sort out a problem or devise a plan. It may have happened spontaneously and the word a mentora may never have been used. The term a mentoringa is being used more widely now in our society and people are often encouraged to seek out a mentor.
In
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Retail Loss Prevention
International trends are that retailers will lose 2% of their stock annually through theft. The aim of this course is to introduce you to key principles relating to Retail Loss Prevention.
When you have completed this course, you should be able to:
* Understand how much is being lost;
* List who the shoplifters are;
* Understand why people steal;
* Outline methods
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From Braini Academic
Introduction to Open Source





Open source technologies are reshaping the 21st century technology landscape in countless ways. From electronics and the Internet, to entertainment, education, and government... open source is redefining what it means to collaborate and innovate in our modern world.
This course serves as a fast-paced yet immersive and colorful account of the modern open source movement. Students take a tour of
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From ProTrain Online
Wind Energy Technology

This program is designed for people who seek entry level job in a wind-based electric power generation facilities. Currently there are thousands of wind-based electric generators operating in the United States. Due to environmental reasons as well as a desire to limit reliance on foreign oil, it is expected that wind-based energy is going to be developed at a rapid pace over the next decade. It
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From Live Voice Lessons Online
Music and Consciousness
"Sound or vibration is the most powerful force in the universe, and music is a divine art, to be used not for pleasure but as a path to God-realization."
--Paramhansa Yogananda
In this course you'll experience music's subtle yet powerful influence and learn to use it to help heal - body, mind, and soul. You are provided opportunities to discover for yourself how music affects you on all
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From NCC Home Learning
Teaching Assistant Diploma


Course Description
This Teaching Assistant Diploma has been developed to enable those working, or hoping to work, in the role of a teaching assistanta , to acquire and develop a level of understanding and skills that will help them to do this effectively.
The Teaching Assistant Diploma consists of a number of modules, each of which relate to a particular aspect that is important and
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From Reach Further Ltd
12 Days of Twitter - Twitter training on Twitter
Learn Twitter for Business in just half an hour a day over 12 days, with support, online chat & guidance for three weeks. Not just the mechanics of Twitter itself, but the tools, techniques and tactics to get it working for you and your business. This Twitter training takes place on Twitter, so you can't help but learn as you go along: accessing the course notes and tools, following and being
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From Kayiya Creek Rehabilitation Center
Dog Psychology 101
Dog Psychology Course Overview
Unit 1: Learning to breathe
What is the importance of breathing? In this unit we show you some simple breathing exercises to calm the mind and body. You will learn about good and bad stress and how to cope with stress in the work place and in your personal life.
Unit 2: How to Teach the Human
In this unit we teach you how to teach the human. Sometimes
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From PDHengineer. com-Decatur Professional Development, LLC
Mold in the Workplace
Overview Mold is a hot topic, THE hot topic of concern in the building industry today. This is because it is generally one of those unquantifiable variables for most people and even most "experts". This is because each human being that inhabits a building is a unique person with unique physical and mental attributes that may or may not make many molds problematic for them. In this
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Insulation Basics
Overview In today's building industry, there are several commercial type buildings that are using building techniques similar to residential construction with respect to materials and installation details for slabs, underground foundation walls, exterior above ground walls, ceilings, attics and roofs. Although the building codes for commercial construction are different than those for
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Energy Saving Initiatives - Residential and Light Commercial
Overview In this course the student will learn some of the basic techniques involved with energy savings in the buildings that are typical of both residential and light commercial multi-family facilities. The source documents is written around residential type building construction; however the student will learn that some of the basic energy saving principles used in residential construction
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Ensuring That Structures Built on Fill Are Reasonably Safe From Flooding
This (two-hour) course is based on the FEMA construction guidelines for ensuring that structures built on fill are reasonably safe from flooding. FEMA identifies and maps flood hazard areas nationwide by conducting flood hazard studies and publishing Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). These flood hazard areas, referred to as Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs), are based on a flood having a
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Understanding Performance and Productivity
This course will help you understand the ? why? behind work performance principles and help you develop the ? how? that is best for your situation. There is a significant difference between being busy and being productive and a simple way to make sure your employees are always productive. Additionally, participants will learn to define productivity and identify the difference between work
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How to Read a Financial Statement
This five-hour course explains how to read and interpret the financial statements of a business enterprise. This is not an accounting course, but accounting is the language of business and it is important for the understanding of the financial well being of a business. The course reviews the basic financial statements including the balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and
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Low-Density Concrete Properties
Overview The use of low-density concrete provides several advantages with the primary, and most obvious, benefit being a 15 to 25 savings in weight without sacrificing the overall strength of a structure. However, the use of low-density concrete can result in a considerable impact to the structural design and cost of the structure. In this course, the student will review Engineer Circular (EC)
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Low-Density Concrete Construction Considerations
Overview In general, concrete construction using low-density concrete is quite similar to using normal-density concrete. Constructability considerations related to mixing, placing, curing, pumping, and testing controls must be addressed in order to maximize the quality of concrete and avoid problems during construction. The use of low-density concrete provides several advantages with the
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Disinfection Methods for CSO Treatment
Overview Combined sewer overflows (CSOs) occur when flows exceed the hydraulic capacity of either the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) or the collection system that transports the combined flow of storm water and sanitary sewage to the WWTP. When an overflow occurs, the excess flows tend to be discharged into a receiving body of water. CSOs typically discharge a variable mixture of raw sewage,
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State-of-the-Art Water Use Efficiency
Overview It's no secret that the Southwestern part of the U.S. is one of the driest regions in the country. Given that water is so precious and scarce in the Southwestern U.S., it is particularly important for municipalities in the Southwest to encourage water use efficiency - both on the supply-side and the demand-side. This course covers water use efficiency measures in the Southwestern
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Decommissioning of Nuclear Facilities
Overview Compared to sewage waste that can be treated in the local wastewater treatment plant, or placed in landfills, radioactive waste is an entirely different subject. Radioactive waste can be very dangerous when exposed to humans. Because its such a hazardous material, nuclear facilities that use radioactive waste should follow several protocols when being decommissioned. This course covers
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Taking Toxics Out of the Air
Overview Air toxics are those air pollutants that are know or suspected to cause cancer or other serious health problems. Each year, millions of tons of air toxics are released into the air. The Clean Air Act has provided the primary framework for protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of air pollution. In this course the student will learn about what air toxics are,
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Sanitary Landfill Design
Overview People produce large amounts of solid waste. When we place a piece of paper or any other undesired object in the trash, it is the beginning of a process that culminates with the object being discarded in a sanitary landfill. Sanitary landfills are the final destination points for our solid wastes. On a daily basis, solid waste is placed, compacted and finally covered in place in our
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Structural Design of Concrete Lined Flood Control Channels
Overview Concrete lined flood control channels are used to convey rapid and tranquil storm water and prevent flooding. You have probably noticed concrete lined flood control channels while driving along the interstate, state highway, or being used in large land development projects. Often times they are used where storm water pipes would not be a feasible option from an engineering and economic
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Overview of UV Disinfection for the Drinking Water Industry
In this course, the student will be given an overview and background of technical information on the application of ultraviolet light for the disinfection of drinking water by public water systems. This overview includes a description of basic chemical and physical principles, the components of UV equipment, and performance monitoring for UV facilities. The overview material is intended to present
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Emerging Technologies for Biosolids Management
Biosolids (sewage sludge) are the nutrient-rich organic materials resulting from treatment and processing of wastewater residuals. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that publicly owned wastewater treatment works (POTW) generate over 8 million tons (dry weight) of sewage sludge annually. New sewage sludge regulations reduces options for disposal and rising energy costs are causing a
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Wastewater Subsurface Drip Distribution - Design Installation and O M Guidelines
Overview Subsurface drip distribution is the most efficient method currently available for application and subsurface dispersal of wastewater to soil. Because it is so effective, drip distribution represents a viable option for wastewater disposal and reuse for all soil types. The technology is gaining popularity and is commonly used at sites where point source discharges and National Pollutant
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Introduction to Area Classification
Overview Area classification is based on the properties of the flammable substances that may be present in an area and the likelihood that the flammable substance will be present. Area classification is used to determine the type of equipment that can safely be located in an area. Since facilities in a wide variety of industries involve the use of flammable substances, it is necessary for
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RFID Fundamentals
Overview RFID (radio frequency identification) modules, small self contained wireless devices used for years in retail as anti-theft devices, are increasingly being used in warehousing, shipping, and manufacturing to store vital "on-board" data about the materials they are stored/integrated with. The most common implementations of RFID uses passive wireless communication, and thus do
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Circuit Protection Devices
Too much current flowing through an electric circuit can damage the circuit and create a safety hazard. How much current is "too much current"? That depends on the circuit and its components. For some circuits, 1 ampere would be too much current, while for other circuits 1 ampere would be perfectly acceptable. Circuit protection devices protect electrical equipment by rapidly
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Introduction to Matter Energy and Electricity
Have you ever wondered about all the material or matter around us? What is it? Is there any universal explanation for its appearance, properties, and behavior? One theory that explained some of the properties of matter was the molecular theory of matter, which states that matter consists of small molecules in motion. This theory provides an explanation of many characteristics of matter,
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Revisions for the 2008 National Electric Code - Part 2
This course is intended to familiarize the reader with the major changes contained in the 2008 National Electrical Code. It is suitable for anyone exposed to the NEC at any level. The course addresses Code revisions that apply to all types of occupancies: residential, commercial, and industrial. Part I of this course contains Code-wide changes, definitions, and an analysis of approximately 30 of
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Revisions for the 2005 National Electrical Code
This course is intended to familiarize the reader with the major changes contained in the 2005 National Electrical Code. It is suitable for anyone exposed to the NEC at any level. The course addresses Code revisions that apply to all types of occupancies: residential, commercial, and industrial. Through the headings at the beginning of each Code change addressed in the course, the reader will
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Revisions for the 2008 National Electric Code - Part 1
This course is intended to familiarize the reader with the major changes contained in the 2008 National Electrical Code. It is suitable for anyone exposed to the NEC at any level. The course addresses Code revisions that apply to all types of occupancies: residential, commercial, and industrial. Part I of this course contains Code-wide changes, definitions, and an analysis of approximately 30 of
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Design of Crematories
Overview
Cremation is being used more and more in the United States. A crematory is essentially a pathological incinerator, and its characteristics, including air emission, are presented in this course.
As cremation becomes more popular an understanding of the unique features of this technology and its application is of greater interest. The nature of the charge (the human body) and issues
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RoHS and WEEE - Reducing Toxicity and Waste in Electronic Product Design
Overview "On December 4th of 2001, CNN reported on the Netherlands government's seizure of 1.3 million Sony Playstation game machines. The estimated value of the items seized was $162 million US. The reason: Cadmium in some of the cables..." With the price of consumer electronic products becoming more affordable with shorter life cycles, the effects of waste and toxicity to our
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Industrial Sensors and How They Work
This course was written with the intention of showing engineers in all disciplines how to think about and apply standard electrical sensors. This is, by no means, a complete list. A task of that magnitude would be almost impossible. I have selected, however, those sensors that I have used the most in my career. The course starts by covering temperature sensors. This is followed by force measure
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Pipe Flow Measurement
...eters
?Which type of ISO standard pressure tap locations are being used for a given orifice meter
?The orifice coefficient, Co, calculation for specified orifice and pipe diameters, pressure tap locations and fluid properties
?The relative advantages and disadvantages of venturi, orifice, and flow nozzle meters in comparison with each other
?Estimation of the density of a specified gas at
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Engineering Disasters - Kansas City Hyatt Catwalk Collapse
On July 17, 1981, the fourth floor skywalk at the Kansas City Hyatt collapsed during a dance contest being held in the hotel atrium. The accident, which killed 114 people and injured nearly 200 others, was the result of a simple design error. The engineer of record and the project engineer responsible for designing the skywalk were found to be guilty of gross negligence, misconduct and
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Protecting Building Environments from Airborne Chemical Biological or Radiological CBR Attacks
Overview In today's complex political world, the buildings in which we live, work and enjoy entertainment are becoming targets of evil minded individuals who seek to harm other humans. Part of the job of being a professional in the building industry now, more than ever, involves taking into consideration these possibilities. There are measures that can be taken to help minimize the
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Smoke Control - Elevator Lobbies
Overview Smoke control in elevator lobbies is an area that is continuously being evaluated. This course covers a literature survey was conducted to explore the need and appropriate systems for protecting elevator lobbies from smoke migration. The focus is on smoke spread through elevator shafts and lobbies, building occupant and fire fighter use of elevators during fire emergencies, and
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Room Fires Positive Ventilation
Fire departments may use ventilation blowers or fans to pressurize a structure prior to suppressing a fire. This pressurization or positive pressure ventilation tactic can assist in the venting of smoke and high temperature combustion products and make attacking the fire easier than without positive pressure ventilation. However, this tactic also provides additional oxygen to the fire and can
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Heat Transfer Fundamentals
Overview Heat transfer occurs when there is a temperature difference between two bodies. There are three modes of transferring heat - conduction, convection and radiation. Heat is capable of being transferred through solids and fluids by conduction, through fluids by convection, and through empty space by radiation. The transfer of heat is an integral part of many industrial processes.
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Valves
This 3-hour audio online course covers valve types and selections. The main focus of the course is in-line process valves, such as gate valves, globe valves, ball valves and check valves. Additionally, some specialty type valves are discussed in detail, including pinch valves. There's even coverage of a valve that many engineers with years of operating experience have likely never heard of - the
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Water Supply Plumbing Cross Connections
Overview Plumbing cross-connections, which are defined as actual or potential connections between a potable and non-potable water supply, constitute a serious public health hazard. There are numerous, well documented cases where cross-connections have been responsible for contamination of drinking water, and have resulted in the spread of disease. The problem is a dynamic one, because piping
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HVAC - Variable Air Volume Systems
In central air conditioning systems there are two basic methods for delivering air to the conditioned space: constant air volume (CAV) systems, and variable air volume (VAV) systems As the name implies, constant volume systems deliver a constant air volume to the conditioned space irrespective of the load. VAV systems, on the other hand, are designed to simultaneously meet a variety of
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HVAC Cooling Load Calculations and Principles
Heating and cooling load calculations are carried out to estimate the required capacity of heating and cooling systems, which can maintain the required conditions in the conditioned space. To estimate the required cooling or heating capacities, one has to have information regarding the design indoor and outdoor conditions, specifications of the building, specifications of the conditioned space
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The Effective Use of Allowances in Design Documents
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It can be very challenging to prevent cost overruns during the course of completing a construction project in today?s design and construction environment. The primary challenges for these overruns can come from many factors including aggressive budgets and our current methods of communication including mass emails and ftp sites.
Unfortunately, designers can often be given the blame
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FileMaker Pro 8 Intermediate
FileMaker Pro is powerful enough to handle most database jobs yet easy enough to create simple solutions in minutes. This practical "how to" course by FileMaker expert, John Mark Osborne, starts from intermediate level and uses a single invoicing example to demonstrate FileMaker Pro features and techniques including interface design, relational database design, relationship operators, multiple
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Searching the Internet - Tools & Techniques
Search engines and directories are continuously mapping the information available on the Internet. Speciality search sites are being constructed that enable targeted searching. Search Robots , Intelligent Agents and Collaborative Filtering systems are being developed to facilitate efficient information searching. These search tools can be used to derive any information from the Internet, but
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