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Facilitative Tools and Formats Offering Options

...ting or work session. You will examine the advantages and disadvantages of co-facilitating meetings and work groups. With that knowledge, learn to divide and coordinate who's going to do what. Gain the ability to establish boundaries for each of the facilitators and determine the most effective way to communicate with your client during this process. Another alternative you will explore is
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Machine Guarding

Machine Guarding
This course will provide definitions, general requirements, and requirements for different kinds of machinery concerning the Machine Guarding Program. It will provide general discussion of various guarding methods, as well as defining terms associated with machine guarding. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory
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Creating a Standard Image to Deploy Windows 7

...rprise environment. Each solution provides advantages and disadvantages and depends on the company's requirements. One solution is Windows Automated Installation Kit for Windows 7. It contains documentation and tools including Windows System Image Manager, ImageX, Windows Preinstallation Environment, and Deployment Image Servicing and Management to deploy Windows 7 using images. These tools
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Working With Digital Pictures



...how digital cameras create digital images; advantages and disadvantages of digital imaging; basic digital camera features; how to capture, view, and delete images with the camera; and how to download pictures from the camera directly into the computer.
Students will also work with basic Adobe Photoshop Elements, doing things such as opening and naming images, selecting areas of images,
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Working With Digital Pictures
The Power of being Different


This course discusses the necessity of being different as a powerful tool toward achieving success.
Designed for all types of businesses, including individual entrepreneurs, small business owners, as well as those who want to improve their personal leadership in day-to-day operations, this course provides guidelines toward a changed perception of how to achieve success. Coursework focuses on
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Cisco CCNA Configuring Frame Relay and ISDN
...ent topologies that you can use to implement Frame Relay. Disadvantages of the star topology and how you can overcome these disadvantages is discussed. The two types of sub-interfaces, point-to-point and multipoint are examined.
You will also learn the commands required for configuring Frame Relay, how you can configure static routes for enabling Frame Relay or configure a router to create
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Java 2 -- Handling Exceptions & Implementing Threads
...ads and process.
You will learn about the advantages and disadvantages of multithreading. This unit also describes the lifecycle of a thread and shows you how to identify the priorities of a thread. The unit also presents the various methods in the Thread class. This unit lists the steps for creating and executing a thread by using the Runnable interface and the Thread class. The unit provides
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From 123-CBT Computer Based Training
Building a Firm Foundation
The behavioral-based interviewing process begins with laying a firm foundation for success. Before you bring a candidate in for the interview, much work must be done behind the scenes. This course will help you set the stage for success. You'll understand why hiring is the key to your organization's success, and you'll learn about the legalities of hiring. You'll explore various hiring options and
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Building a Firm Foundation
NetWare 5 Advanced Administration - Part 2

...in the directory structure.
Identify the advantages and disadvantages of a one-volume directory structure.
Identify the advantages of Novell Storage Services (NSS).
Match these NSS concepts with their own functions: provider, consumer, and storage.
Perform the steps to scan hard drives for free space.
Perform the steps to assign a consumer to free space on hard drives.
Perform the
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Networking Technologies Series TCP IP Protocols

...er Datagram Protocol (UDP).
Identify the advantages and disadvantages of the UDP.
Unit 3: Gateway and Routing Protocols
Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Identify the methods of building a routing table.
Identify the features of a routing daemon.
Match direct and indirect routing types with their features.
Sequence the steps in the updating of routing information between two
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C Programming - Part 4

...y the code to handle unexpected exceptions. Identify the disadvantages of using exception handling. Unit 2: Collections Duration: 2 - 3 Hour(s) Identify the advantages of using collections. Match the components of the collection interface with their functions. Match the different types of collections available in the standard C++ library with the situations in which they are used.
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NetWare 5 Advanced Administration - Part 2

...in the directory structure.
Identify the advantages and disadvantages of a one-volume directory structure.
Identify the advantages of Novell Storage Services (NSS).
Match these NSS concepts with their own functions: provider, consumer, and storage.
Perform the steps to scan hard drives for free space.
Perform the steps to assign a consumer to free space on hard drives.
Perform the
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Windows 2000 Planning Implementing Active Directories - Part 1

...t an existing DNS structure. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of using a currently registered DNS domain name. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of using a child domain name of a currently registered domain. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of using a reserved private DNS domain name. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of using the same domain name
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Oracle8i Performance Tuning Optimizing Sorts Minimizing Contention

...ng the ALTER TABLE command. Avoid the dynamic allocation disadvantages by creating a locally managed tablespace. Select the advantages of incorporating large extents into the database design. Identify the characteristics of the Oracle block size. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of small data block and large data block sizes. Identify the functions of the PCTFREE and PCTUSED
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Windows 2000 Dir Services Infrastructure--Part 1 Active Dir Install

...t an existing DNS structure. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of using a currently registered DNS domain name. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of using a child domain name of a currently registered domain. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of using a reserved private DNS domain name. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of using the same domain name
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Career Development Excelling in Your Career

...velop an effective professional image, the advantages and disadvantages of self-study and formal education, and the guidelines to maintain work performance and morale. Learn To Apply guidelines to maintain productivity. Recognize steps for establishing a professional image. Recognize steps for marketing your
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Oracle9i Performance Tuning Optimizing Sorts Minimizing Contention

...the ALTER TABLE command. o Avoid the dynamic allocation disadvantages by creating a locally managed tablespace. o Sequence the steps in the sort process. o Set the SORT_AREA_SIZE parameter by using the ALTER SESSION command. o Identify the tuning sort goals. o Match the uses of rollback segments with their definitions. o Select the characteristics of rollback segment activity. o
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Business Travel Safety Forming a Corporate Travel Safety Program

... travel arrangements. Identify the disadvantages of outsourcing corporate travel arrangements. Sequence the steps for choosing a corporate travel agency. Simulation Overview: In this simulation, Icon has decided to expand its sales into markets in Asia and South America. As a result of this decision, some employees will need
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Understanding Wireless Sol Part 1 Wireless Fund WPANs

The first course in the Understanding Wireless Solutions curriculum begins by introducing the learner to the fundamental concepts of radio: history or radio, basics of electromagnetism and signals, the organization of channels and radio frequencies, and radio standards and regulatory bodies. The course then focuses on the first of the three radio network types (WPAN, WWLANs, and WWANs) - WPANs -
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Business Finance Valuation of Stocks Bonds

... Identify advantages and disadvantages of the types of bonds. Calculate the coupon interest payment for a bond. Identify bond-rating criteria. Calculate the value of a bond. Calculate the effects on the price of a bond when interest
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Business Accounting Accounting for Stockholders Equity

...of debt instruments. Identify disadvantages of issuing stock instead of debt instruments. Identify advantages of convertible bonds. Identify the components used to calculate the value of a company's stock. Calculate a stock split. Differentiate between
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WebSphere Studio 5 0 Introduction

...ributed computing. To identify disadvantages of distributed computing. To identify features of the WebSphere Studio family. To identify features of WebSphere Studio Workbench. To identify features of WebSphere Studio Application Developer. To identify components
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WebSphere Studio 5 0 Introduction

...ributed computing. To identify disadvantages of distributed computing. To identify features of the WebSphere Studio family. To identify features of WebSphere Studio Workbench. To identify features of WebSphere Studio Application Developer. To identify components
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Advanced Interpersonal Communication Comm to Build a Positive Culture

...work to your advantage. Avoid disadvantages of using the cultural network. Dispense information using the cultural network. Follow guidelines for building a supportive climate in an organizational culture. Audience Managers and supervisors who can influence creating a positive culture through
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E-mail Etiquette E-mail in the Workplace

...eing stolen. Learn To Identify advantages and disadvantages of e-mail. Forward an e-mail message. Reply to an e-mail message. Identify the guidelines that will help you avoid writing inappropriate e-mail. Arrange the steps management can take to ensure employees follow company e-mail policy. Identify the guidelines for attaching files. Audience Managers,
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Customer Relationship Mgt eCRM

... Identify ways to overcome the disadvantages of eCRM. Identify eCRM opportunities for automating a company a a s sales processes. Identify the types of eCRM users. Identify ways a company can customize its eCRM marketing efforts. Identify ways eCRM
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Wireless LAN Security Part 2 Deplyoment Auditing

...solution. Identify advantages and disadvantages of wireless technology. Identify features of ad-hoc and infrastructure modes of operation for Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11. Identify considerations for choosing Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) security framework elements.
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Decision Making Problem Solving Problem Solving Fundamentals

...our) Identify the advantages and disadvantages of team problem solving. Recognize the characteristics of an effective team. Assemble an effective team. Select team members based on set criteria. Understand which individuals are effective problem solvers.
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Managing the Expert Understanding Experts

...'s skills. Identify advantages and disadvantages of employing experts. Identify the most appropriate method for recruiting an expert in a given situation. Identify forms of compensation expected by experts. Simulation Overview: In this simulation, you will meet with Nancy Hurst to
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Digital Photography

...rn To Identify advantages and disadvantages of digital photography. Identify methods of digital photo acquisition. Identify considerations for selecting a digital camera. Deployment Options e-Learning Language Options US English Total Learning Time 2 hours Objectives Unit 1: Digital
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Virtual Teams The Fundamentals

.... In addition, participants will learn the advantages and disadvantages of working in an alternative office, the technologies used to communicate and make decisions in a virtual setting, and the obstacles virtual teams must overcome for success. Learn To List the main types of alternative office arrangements. Apply techniques to
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Essentials of Business Law Cyberlaw

...d cyberspace regulations. List the disadvantages of advertising over the Internet. Identify methods of advertising in cyberspace. Identify regulations used to govern e-money. Simulation Overview: In this simulation, you will meet with Roger McAllister, Icon's Web Services Manager.
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CIW Database Specialist Part 1 Introduction to Database Design

...arn To: o Identify features of a database. o Identify disadvantages of a flat-file database. o Identify the problems that relational databases were developed to overcome. o Identify requirements and scope for the analysis phase. o Identify guidelines for processing information in the analysis phase. o Identify criteria for selecting a database management system (DBMS) during the
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Implementing Managing MS Exchange Server 2003 Installing

...ft Exchange Server 2003 on different servers.
Identify disadvantages of migrating user accounts with recipient connection agreements.
Identify advantages of migrating user accounts with Active Directory Migration Tool (ADMT).
Identify key aspects of the Exchange Migration Wizard.
Identify guidelines for upgrading Microsoft Exchange 2000 Server to Microsoft Exchange Server 2003.
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From Medical Survival Consultants
Hearing Conservation







This online e-learning program on hearing conservation will cover noise exposure. In this course we will cover how noise impacts hearing and what factors determine the extent of hearing loss. You will be familiar with what noise levels require hearing protection, types of hearing protectors and how hearing protectors are selected. You will hear about the advantages and disadvantages of hearing
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From Serebra Learning Corporation
Customer Focused Management
Sam Walton, founder of Wal-Mart, is reputed to have said, "There is only one boss the customer. And he can fire everybody in the company from the chairman on down simply by spending his money somewhere else." Effective quality management processes focus on the customer. In today's global marketplace, customers have more choices than ever before. To achieve success, it is vital for enterprises to
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Overview of Layers and Layer 1 Devices
In this WestNet e-Learning module, we review the layers of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model, functions of each layer, and internetworking devices that perform each of the functions. We will begin a detailed discussion of the devices found at the Physical Layer of the OSI model.
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Large Network Case Studies
In this module, we explore network availability, performance, and Internet connectivity. As you work through this module, you will come to appreciate that all network design issues are highly interrelated. Likewise, real-world design projects often include multiple broad goals, often creating large and complex trade-offs.
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Call Center Components
This WestNet e-Learning module discusses the features, benefits, and integration issues of each one of a call center's basic tools.
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Components Used to Build Networks
This WestNet e-Learning module introduces internetworking devices, such as repeaters, hubs, switches, bridges, routers, and gateways as the connectors between the individual segments of a broadcast network that has been broken down into separate segments.
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Relationship Management Maintaining the Client Relationship
In Relationship Management - Maintaining the Client Relationship, you will learn about the differences between short-term and long-term customer relationships, as well as the causes and advantages of these relationships. You will also identify methods of keeping and extending the client relationship into future endeavors. Finally, you will learn about techniques for measuring success in the client
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Inbound Call Center Technology
Today, the technology within the inbound call center is constantly changing and improving. How can you, as a call center manager, keep up with this advancing technology? Moreover, why should you? This course will explain the fundamentals of inbound call center technology, and explore ways current technology might evolve. It examines different methods of obtaining this technology, and outlines how
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Evaluation and Review
So, is it success or failure? It's crucial that you take time to review your completed project and confirm the outcomes. What has been achieved, and what didn't go as planned? And how have you performed personally? Of course, success depends on your ability as an external consultant to continually develop in the role, increase your skills, and make overall improvements in your performance. This
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Selecting Your Strategy Compete to Win
...is course you will be able to identify the advantages and disadvantages of the competitive game, identify your preparatory steps for a competitive negotiation, identify the guidelines for controlling concessions and commitments and select competitive tactics to improve the negotiation. The Negotiation Strategies curriculum helps today's busy professional identify and implement proven methods
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Selecting Your Strategy Collaborate for Solutions
Selecting Your Strategy: Collaborate for Solutions, is the eighth of eleven courses in this curriculum. After the completion of this course you will be able to identify the advantages of the collaborative game, identify the keys and obstacles to a good collaborative negotiation, identify the four major steps in carrying out a collaborative negotiation and identify tactics to help a collaborative
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Selecting Your Strategy Compromise to Move Forward
...is course you will be able to identify the advantages and disadvantages of the compromise game, identify compromise tactics to achieve a satisfactory outcome, avoid compromise traps and pitfalls that can lead to an unsatisfactory outcome and recognize how to successfully compromise with your boss. The Negotiation Strategies curriculum helps today's busy professional identify and implement
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Selecting Your Strategy Choosing Not to Negotiate
...is course you will be able to identify the advantages and disadvantages of the accommodating game, identify the advantages and disadvantages of the avoiding game and identify avoiding game tactics. The Negotiation Strategies curriculum helps today's busy professional identify and implement proven methods for moving from conflict to resolution as efficiently as possible. Professionals who want
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Strategic Approaches to Workforce Planning and Employment HRCI SPHR
In order to remain competitive in the business world, organizations must ensure that they employ the right people in the right numbers at the right time. Workforce planning and employment involves the processes of planning, developing, implementing, administering, and ongoing evaluation of recruiting and hiring to ensure that the workforce will meet the organization's strategic goals and
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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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Six Sigma DMAIC Measuring the Process
Would you use your thumb and forefinger to measure how much carpet you need to buy for a new room in your house? By the same token, do you have the right tools for measuring a process in your organization that just isn't working? "Six Sigma DMAIC: Measuring the Process," provides Six Sigma Green Belts and team members with techniques for precisely pinpointing the source of problems--and precisely
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Creating a Marketing Campaign
Your marketing plan has been approved Now you need to get the job done. How you execute your plan is as crucial as the plan itself. In this course, you'll learn about tactical marketing tools needed to put your plan into gear and create your marketing mix. These include branding, packaging, promotions, publicity, advertising and merchandising. Managers and team leaders with responsibility for
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Communication Skills and Project Management
An essential element of management is the ability to effectively communicate with people. The capacity to successfully communicate in today's global economy is a pivotal element to the success of any organization. Managers need to be aware of emerging technologies and how these affect international communication. To meet an improvement project's specified goals and objectives, a manager must also
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Introduction to Product Management
Do you have an abiding interest in planning, forecasting, and marketing a product or product line? Are you new to the field of product management? Or have you just been hired as a product manager? In this course, you'll learn strategies and techniques to help you build a foundation for understanding product management. First, you will explore the fundamentals of product management. Specifically,
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Independent Contractors and Temporary Employees
Many companies are hiring contract or temporary employees to meet their changing staffing needs. Before hiring an independent contractor or temporary employee--also referred to as a contingency worker--companies should be aware of the costs involved along with the relevant legal and taxation issues. It is important that both parties have a clear understanding of the terms of their agreement with
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Visual Basic 6 0 Enterprise Client Server Development Part 1
This course introduces developing programs for an enterprise client/server environment. It introduces multi-tier application architecture, reviews how to instantiate a COM component, and describes how to make and compile COM configurations. It also describes how COM components are registered and identified in the Windows registry. This course also introduces the concept of transactions and
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Object-Oriented Analysis and Design with UML System and Object Behavior
To introduce operations and attributes, state and activity diagrams, and to show the importance of a review of the class model Web developers
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ANSI C Programming Processing Records
To describe how to write ANSI C programs for processing aggregate data objects individually, in arrays, and in lists Programmers and software developers new to ANSI C
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Win2000 Active Directory Design Business Requirements and Naming Strategies
This course discusses the need to effectively plan the Active Directory Service (ADS) structure before implementing it on a network. This course explains how to analyze the business model and organizational requirements of your organization, with a discussion of structural, process, and user requirements, as well as an examination of the IT management structure, the factors influencing business
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Web Development Process
In this WestNet e-Learning module, we show how Web developers can benefit by applying formal software engineering processes to site projects. Many Web developers are still learning the lesson that the softwaredevelopment community learned 20 years ago: process pays. It pays in shorter schedules, better designs, and higher user satisfaction.
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Introduction to Wireless LANs
This module discusses the wireless LAN market, presenting an overview of the past, present, and future of wireless LANs and provides an introduction to the standards that govern wireless LANs.
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Spread Spectrum Technology
This module defines and describes spread spectrum technology and discusses how it is used according to FCC guidelines.
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Alternative Access Methods in a Wireless Environment
To discuss the history, development and functionality of fixed wireless-access, satellite, and trunked-radio technologies Technical professionals; IT and business managers who need to learn about current and future mobile wireless technologies; students studying or researching wireless communications and cell-phone technologies
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Routing TCP IP
This WestNet e-Learning module introduces the routing protocols and shows how they do their jobs. We will discuss the routing process, different routing types, Exterior Gateway Protocols (EGPs), and advanced routing practices.
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Network Protocols
This WestNet e-Learning module covers important information about services, layering, and protocols that will help you better understand key points. Additionally, you will learn how a protocol trace is taken and how to interpret the trace data.
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WAN Physical Layer Protocols
This WestNet e-Learning module looks at the most widely used choices for connecting networks in a point-to-point fashion.
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Gathering Requirements
This module outlines a formal five-phase approach to network design. . It can be used by an outside consultant or an internal Information Services (IS) group. This network design process, as presented here, is very methodical. This level of detail helps ensure that the designer gathers all necessary information, considers all options, and keeps all key players well informed. Experienced network
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Physical Network Design
This module provides an overview of transmission media basics, including a look at structured wiring systems, cable characteristics, wireless LANs, and installation.
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Physical Layer Implementation
This WestNet e-Learning module provides an overview of transmission media basics, including a look at structured wiring systems, cable characteristics, wireless LANs, and installation.
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Large Network Implementation Case Studies
In this WestNet e-Learning module, we consider general implementation goals, such as Internet connectivity, network performance, convergence, and remote access.
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Routing Table Protocols
This WestNet e-Learning module describes and compares the two major routing algorithms and discusses the dominant routing protocol based on each algorithm. We will also learn about several small, but important protocols created to solve special routing or transmission problems.
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Virtual Local Area Networks
This WestNet e-Learning module covers an introduction to virtual local area networks, VLAN Membership, VLAN Implementation Issues, and VLAN and ATM.
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How a Local Exchange Works
This WestNet e-Learning module focuses on telephone central offices (COs), the telephone numbering system, and the physical connections that transmit signals between customers and COs.
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Point-to-Point Telecommunications Protocols
In this WestNet e-Learning module, we describe each point-to-point transmission service available from telecommunications providers. These services are essential for creating private voice networks or wide area data networks.
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Introducing Voice Over IP
To identify the components and signalling protocols of VoIP, recognize how VoIP works with the centralized and distributed architectures, and determine the gateway requirements to support both architectures in enterprise and service provider environments IT professionals responsible for preparing, configuring, and maintaining a voice and data network; candidates preparing for the Cisco Certified
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Hearing Conservation
This one-hour training course will provide information to help you prevent noise-induced hearing loss. It will also explain the purpose and components of a hearing conservation program including the proper fitting, use, and care of hearing protectors. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. describe the effects of noise on
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Machine Guarding Safety
This course will provide definitions, general requirements, and requirements for different kinds of machinery concerning the Machine Guarding Program. It will provide general discussion of various guarding methods, as well as defining terms associated with machine guarding. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. identify where
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Effective Email Series: Policies and Procedures


...bbing and invasive means of communication. There are some disadvantages to the use of e-mail, but they are generally outweighed by advantages. In order to protect IT systems and employees, organisations will normally set in place policies and correct working practices for e-mail use. In this course you will see the many benefits that e-mail can bring to an individual and an organisation, and
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Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure Part 1: Active Directory Installation
This course focuses on providing the knowledge and skills necessary for experienced support professionals to install, configure and troubleshoot Active Directory.
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Object-Oriented Analysis Design I
This course teaches students the basic object-oriented concepts, such as objects, classes, and their relationships. It also teaches the various OOAD methodologies, such as Booch and OMT. This course is intended for systems analysts, application developers/programmers, project managers, and software designers.
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Customer Relationship Management eCRM
Customer Relationship Management: eCRM introduces the students to managing customer relationships over the Internet. The program details the characteristics of eCRM, how departments can use eCRM to automate processes, and how to customize eCRM interfaces for each type of eCRM user. This series is intended for managers, supervisors, customer service representatives, and anyone within an
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Installing and Configuring Linux
The Installing and Configuring Linux WBT is the first course in the Linux Fundamentals curriculum. It acquaints the students with the Linux's history, design, and distributions. It also enables students to install and configure Linux. End users and Application developers who want an overview of Linux and learn about installing and configuring Linux.
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Accessing Remote Networks
... the purpose and function of PPTP, and the advantages and disadvantages of ISDN and PSTN (POTS). The course describes the elements of dial-up networking, such as the modem configuration parameters that must be set, including serial port IRQ, I/O address and maximum port speed, and the requirements for a remote connection. It helps ensure network security, and enables you to identify and select
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Digital Photography
The Digital Photography course teaches the basic concepts of digital photography. It covers the principles for selecting a digital camera and how to take a good picture, as well as how to transfer the image from a digital camera to a computer. The course also covers scanners and image editing software. Organizing and archiving images and using online photo services are also topics included.
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Project Management: The Team
...ssociated with project management, and the advantages and disadvantages of project organization types. This course also includes information about the fundamentals of organizational planning, the steps to follow when creating a project team, as well as the questions you should answer prior to staffing a project. In addition, this program provides instruction on conducting a staff acquisition
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Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure Part 1: Active Directory Installation


This course focuses on providing the knowledge and skills necessary for experienced support professionals to install, configure and troubleshoot Active Directory.
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Communicating with Customers: Service via the Telephone
Communicating with Customers: Service via the Telephone is the eighth of eleven courses in this curriculum. After the completion of this course you will be able to identify the advantages and disadvantages of telephone communication and identify the critical success factors in effective telephone communication. The PrimeCustomer Care curriculum offers a useful toolkit of practical customer care
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Career Development: Excelling in Your Career
Career Development: Excelling in Your Career offers the student an overview of how to excel at work market personal skills and stay competitive in his or her career. The program covers in detail the guidelines to maintain productivity steps to develop self-discipline steps to develop an effective professional image the advantages and disadvantages of self-study and formal education and the
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Virtual Teams: The Fundamentals
In Virtual Teams: The Fundamentals participants will learn the opportunities and challenges associated with participating in a virtual team. In addition participants will learn the advantages and disadvantages of working in an alternative office the technologies used to communicate and make decisions in a virtual setting and the obstacles virtual teams must overcome for success.
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Software Engineering Concepts


In this course, the student will learn to apply the appropriate development strategy and life cycle model by examining their characteristics, advantages and disadvantages and comparing these with the needs of the project. The students also learn the basic concepts of Configuration Management, Verification and Validation and Software Quality Assurance.
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From Technology Ed
Microwave Chemistry

Course Description
Microwave chemistry is an alternative approach to conduction heating, and has proved to be a highly effective heating source in chemical reactions. Irradiation uses direct interaction between the heated object and an applied electromagnetic field to generate heat. This heating mechanism can accelerate the reaction rate, provide better yields and uniform and selective heating,
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From ADIAN Collaborative Resolution Solutions Inc
Restorative Justice
Restorative Justice is an alternative to traditional court proceedings. The course explores the roots of restorative justice, the differences from traditional mediation and guidelines to follow. We will examine satisfaction, whether or not it is successful, as well as the advantages/ disadvantages of using this approach. Power, choice and control in terms of these mediation sessions will also be
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From Sessions College for Professional Design
3D Modeling Using Form_Z Course


...lor and surface textures. You'll learn the advantages and disadvantages of abstraction versus realism in your imaging. You'll also learn the techniques of Image mapping and other alternatives for adding texture to your models. All this will help you add detail to the robot you began in Lesson Two.
LESSON 4 Tips and Tricks for Good Lighting In Lesson Four the emphasis shifts away from
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From JED New Media inc.
Energize with Aerobics!





Looking to start an exercise program? Find out if aerobics are for you. Review six popular aerobics activities and examine the skill and intensity level of each activity, the benefits and disadvantages of any particular option vis-a is another, the duration, and the required equipment.
This is a 40-minute online tutorial full of tips and hints.
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Considering an MBA?





Thinking of applying for a Masters in Business Administration (MBA)? Make an informed decision. Gain an understanding of the potential advantages and disadvantages of the many MBA options that exist and the potential costs of programs. Find out how to effectively prepare in order to gain successful admission.
This is a 40-minute online tutorial.
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From Medical Tourism Training, Inc
Email Etiquette - Netiquette
"Email Etiquette - Netiquette" is an online course filled with practical advice demonstrating the a Doa sa and a Dona tsa of email etiquette. It offers opportunities for you to practice and improve your netiquette skills. Frequent quizzes help to reinforce the major learning points. During the course, you will learn how to manage email interactions professionally so that you
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From Hrd200 Consulting Group, Llc
Team Building
...ming and Performing)
a Discuss the uses, benefits and disadvantages of various team-building activities
a Describe several team-building activities that you can use, and in what settings
a Follow strategies for setting and leading team meetings
a Detail problem-solving strategies using the Six Thinking Hats model -- and one consensus-building approach to solving team problems
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From PDHengineer. com-Decatur Professional Development, LLC
Managing Teams in the Workplace
...bjectives. You will also learn some of the advantages and disadvantages of working in a team environment, how to achieve team cohesiveness and the causes of conflict between team members. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of ten (10) questions at the end of the course to obtain PDH credits. This course cannot be taken to fulfill your continuing education requirements in
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Small Water Systems - Water Sources
...native water sources prior to selection The advantages, disadvantages and design considerations associated with connection to an existing water system. Design considerations for groundwater resource development including well design, testing and disinfection Types of surface water sources and their relative merits, as well as suction intake design. State Board Acceptance This course
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Potable Water - Disinfection
...s of chlorine available and their relative advantages and disadvantages for use as a potable water disinfectant The advantages and limitations of using ozone as a disinfectant and the methods for producing ozone on-site The advantages and limitations of using UV disinfection, as well as the major components of a UV unit State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional
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Disinfection Methods for CSO Treatment
...echnologies being evaluated and what their advantaged and disadvantages are. The course is suitable for a student with basic wastewater treatment knowledge or for an advanced student that needs to evaluate alternative disinfection alternatives for CSO treatment. The student is expected to read and review the material contained in the Combined Sewer Overflow Technology Fact Sheet, Alternative
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Roadway Shoulder Rumble Strips Practices and Policies
...SRS How SRS helps to alert the driver. Advantages and disadvantages of SRS Common decibel levels for driving over a SRS State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and provincial licensing boards. Decatur Professional Development is an approved provider of continuing education in all states that pre-approve
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Design for the Recycling of Pavements
...kills: Recycling Pavement Development Advantages and Disadvantages of Pavement Recycling Surface Recycling of Pavements Recycling Cold-Mix Asphalt Concrete Recycling Hot-Mix Concrete Recycling of Portland Cement Concrete Method of Repair for Bituminous Pavement Rehabilitation Method of Repair for PCC Pavement Rehabilitation Recycled Asphalt Concrete Design State Board
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Nitrogen Oxides - Abatement and Control
...rol strategies and be able to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each as they apply to combustion sources and fuel types. The course will be beneficial for a student with basic knowledge of EPA air pollution regulations and an interest in controlling NOx emissions from combustion sources. It is also an excellent overview for those professionals working in the field of air pollution
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Particulate Control - Baghouses and Filters
...culates and will learn how to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each as they apply to emission sources. The course will be beneficial for a student with basic knowledge of air filter equipment and an interest in controlling particulate emissions. It is also an excellent overview for those professionals working in the field of air pollution control. The student is expected to read
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Wet Scrubbers for Particulate Matter Control
...e the student will be able to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of various wet scrubber options as they apply to emission sources and PM size ranges. Optimizing scrubber operation is also presented. The course will be beneficial for a student with basic knowledge of air pollution control equipment and an interest in controlling particulate emissions. It is also an excellent overview for
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Segmental Retaining Wall Design
...etaining walls and considers some of their advantages and disadvantages. The main purpose of this course is to explain a step by step approach on how a segmented retaining wall is designed by looking at the possible modes of failure and how each one is checked and analyzed. To receive PDH credit, the student must take a multiple choice quiz of thirty (30) questions. State Board Acceptance
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Design of Small Water Systems
...native water sources prior to selection The advantages, disadvantages and design considerations associated with connection to an existing water system Design considerations for groundwater resource development including well design, testing and disinfection Types of surface water sources and their relative merits, as well as suction intake design Water Treatment The purpose of water
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Countermeasures to Reduce Red-Light Running
...peed plays a factor in red-light running Advantages and disadvantages of roundabouts How pedestrians can play a part in controlling red-light runners What is a "red-light hold" system and how does it work The eight-stage process used by North Carolina to control red-light running Differences in how police, research and engineering address red-light running The best way to
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Uninterruptible Power Supplies - Advantages and Disadvantages of Various Configurations
Overview Various factors should be considered when making a decision as to whether or not a UPS system must be installed. The types of electrical loads must be considered, as well as the appropriate amount of back-up time that is required for a safe and effective operational shutdown. This course will examine the types of loads that should be placed on a UPS systems, as well as the types of
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Overview
There are two basic methods of circuit protection. They are fuses and circuit breakers. There are many variations of fuses and circuit breakers. This course attempts to explain how and why fuses and circuit breakers work. There is some basic theory upon which these devices are designed. There is an explanation of some of the terms that are applied to fuses and circuit breakers and why
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Wastewater Treatment Package Plants
... plants and includes process descriptions, advantages and disadvantages of each system, general design parameters, performance data, and cost data.
This course is based on the USEPA publication ?Package Plants? (EPA 832-F-00-016).
To receive PDH credit, the student must take a multiple choice quiz of sixteen (16) questions.
Specific Knowledge or Skill Obtained
This course teaches
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Alternative Wastewater Collection Systems - Low Pressure and Small Diameter Gravity Sewers
...hout pumps. Information is included on the advantages and disadvantages of each system, general design parameters, performance data, and cost data.
This course is based on the USEPA publication technology fact sheets for ?Pressure Sewers? and ?Small Diameter Gravity Sewers? (EPA 832-F-00-038).
To earn PDH credit for the course, the reader must pass a multiple choice quiz of fifteen (15)
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Small Solid Waste Incinerators
Overview
Incinerators for destruction of solid waste are a difficult class of incinerators to design and operate, primarily because of the nature of the waste material. Solid waste can vary widely in composition and physical characteristics, making the effects of feed rates and parameters of destruction very difficult to predict. Solid waste incinerators most often burn wastes over a range of low
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Thermal Treatment of Wastes
Overview
Incineration can be an effective technology for the clean, efficient disposal of wastes. Related processes such as gasification, pyrolysis, plasma-arc and starved-air combustion have been proposed as alternatives to incineration whereas in most cases these processes are incineration process under a different name. This course defines incineration and these other thermal treatment
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Green Stormwater Low Impact Design - Managing Stormwater Through Infiltration
...ion to determine if infiltration is feasible
Advantages/disadvantages for infiltration-based stormwater methods
Design guidelines for infiltration basins, infiltration trenches, bioretention areas, and porous pavement/recharge systems
Design procedures for infiltration basins and trenches
Pavement section and mix design recommendations for porous pavement
Cost information for
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Rotary Kiln Incineration Systems
Overview
The rotary kiln furnace system is widely used for the incineration of industrial and other waste streams. This course presents the basic features of the rotary kiln incinerator and examples of its application for waste disposal.
The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of fifty (50) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits.
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Fundamentals of Liquid Flow Measurement
...nsmitter designs will be discussed and the advantages and disadvantages of each dependent upon the type of flow measurement application. The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty-five (25) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits. State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by
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Pipe Flow Measurement
...ations 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 specified temperature and pressure using the Ideal Gas Equation
?General configuration and principle of operation of rotameters and positive displacement, electromagnetic, target, turbine, vortex, and
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Introduction to CHP Technologies
...he basic CHP technologies including system advantages and disadvantages, application considerations, comparison of system features and benefits and other basic criteria by which to evaluate and apply CHP systems. The student is expected to read and review the material contained in the Catalogue of CHP Technologies as published by the EPA Combined Heat and Power Partnership.
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Natural Ventilation of Large Open Structures
...ollowing specific knowledge and skills: Advantages and disadvantages of natural ventilation Chimney vs. ridge vent Seasonal impact of natural ventilation effects Control of natural ventilation openings. Factors affecting the performance of natural ventilation designs State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by
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Centrifugal Pumps
...iew This 3-hour online course describes the advantages, disadvantages, characteristics, and applications of the centrifugal pump. It defines, derives, and describes the performance parameters, performance curves, and all the characteristics that an engineer needs to know to intelligently specify a centrifugal pump for a specific application. The student not presently knowledgeable about pumps
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Heat Pump Systems
Overview
This three-hour course reviews the operation of residential heat pump systems. In this course, we review basic operation of heat pumps, the various components of heat pump systems, the types of heat pumps, and the performance characteristics of heat pump systems.
There is a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty (20) questions at the end of the course to obtain PDH credits.
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HVAC Chilled Water Distribution Schemes
...ssed and finally, this course compares the advantages and disadvantages of primary-secondary and direct-primary pumping schemes. The reader must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty five (25) questions at the end of this course to obtain PDH credits. State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and
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Coatings - Types and Characteristics
... coatings Description of galvanizing and its advantages/disadvantages in various applications State Board Acceptance This course can be used by professional engineers to fulfill PDH requirements mandated by state and provincial licensing boards. Decatur Professional Development is an approved provider of continuing education in all states that pre-approve course providers. In all other
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Process Vessel Design for FPS Motion
...ractors and vortex controls The relative advantages and disadvantages of horizontal vs. vertical separators The impact of foam on separator efficiency and methods to predict separator foam volumes Motion characteristics of floating production systems, including pitch, roll, yaw, surge, sway and heave Problems caused by the motion of separation equipment, including spirit level effect,
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Introduction to Offshore Oil and Gas Pipelines in the Gulf of Mexico
...s covered are engineering design criteria, advantages and disadvantages of various pipelaying methods, and operational problems like gas hydrate formation and corrosion. The course also covers environmental concerns such as mitigating the effect of ocean currents and storms on pipeline operations, and the need to avoid damage to benthic communities (i.e. the shellfish and tiny organisms living
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Implementing Design-Build in the Public Sector
Overview
Public works project managers are under great pressure to award construction contracts using a loosely defined process called ?design-build.? There are benefits that can be realized using design-build as a construction delivery process, but there are serious drawbacks when this concept is manipulated into a construction procurement process. This course tells you how the benefits of a
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Financial Principles of Project Management
...ice, etc.). For each type of contract, the advantages and disadvantages to both the client and the contractor are described, and issues such as how to handle changed conditions and change orders are addressed. Also for each contract type, examples of billing rate calculations are presented, and potential pitfalls and financial exposure are discussed. Popular additional contract stipulations,
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Gas Turbine Performance Enhancements
...some of these enhancements are Recognize advantages and disadvantages of certain enhancements. Have an appreciation of the factors that go into the economic optimization of a combined cycle power plant design on the bases of the intended seasonal and life cycle load profiles, fuel costs, maintenance down time, climatic conditions, and others. State Board Acceptance This course can be
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Orifice Plate Steam Traps vs Conventional Traps
...How an orifice plate steam trap operates Advantages and disadvantages of orifice plate steam traps relative to conventional traps Types of thermostatic traps and how they operate Types of mechanical traps and how they operate Types of thermodynamic traps and how they operate Learnings from previous users of orifice plate steam traps in testing programs State Board Acceptance This
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