Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®

Digital Commons Network

Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®

University of Wollongong

Series

1997

Discipline
Keyword
Publication

Articles 1 - 30 of 121

Full-Text Articles in Entire DC Network

Travelling In The Slow Lane Of The Information Highway, Heather Yeatman, Ray Stace Dec 1997

Travelling In The Slow Lane Of The Information Highway, Heather Yeatman, Ray Stace

Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) - Papers

A study was undertaken of the effectiveness of incorporating e-mail contact and access to the world wide web within a graduate subject. Students were surveyed at the commencement of the subject to determine their access to and perceived competence in using computers, and at the end of the subject to elicit their views of the effectiveness of the subject materials. Strategies identified to improve student access and use of electronic media, included: very basic, hands-on tutorials; availability of and access to computers; incorporating use of electronic media into assessments; and availability of technical support. Advantages of using electronic media cited …


In At The Deep End: Conducting Processual Research On Organisational Change, Patrick M. Dawson Dec 1997

In At The Deep End: Conducting Processual Research On Organisational Change, Patrick M. Dawson

Faculty of Commerce - Papers (Archive)

This article provides a series of reflections on the practice of carrying out processual research on organisational change. At a broad level, some of the main tasks associated with conducting company case studies are described and the benefits of this approach for dealing with complex change data are outlined. At a more specific level, the article addresses three main areas tied to the actual ‘doing’ of processual research. First, the notion of tacit knowledge and ‘getting your hands dirty’ by engaging in ongoing in-depth fieldwork. Second, the design and implementation of a longitudinal case study research programme. Third, the advantages …


University Of Wollongong Campus News November 1997, University Of Wollongong Nov 1997

University Of Wollongong Campus News November 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Campus News

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Commerce 3 October 1997, University Of Wollongong Oct 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Commerce 3 October 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Engineering, Informatics, Health And Behavioural Sciences And Science 2 October 1997, University Of Wollongong Oct 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Engineering, Informatics, Health And Behavioural Sciences And Science 2 October 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Arts, Commerce, Creative Arts, Education And Law 2 October 1997, University Of Wollongong Oct 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Arts, Commerce, Creative Arts, Education And Law 2 October 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


'Netrification': Internet Infiltration Of A University Library, Michael K. Organ Oct 1997

'Netrification': Internet Infiltration Of A University Library, Michael K. Organ

Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) - Papers

[Extract] The netrification of libraries across the board is obviously occurring to varying degrees, whether it be within the biggest government departmental library or the smallest school facility. However, as the current decade moves to a close, and Internet excitement waxes and wanes, the Web is almost certain to continue this process of infiltration. The jury is still out as to whether it is a case of ‘Librarians leading the way’, to quote ALIA’s Library Week slogan, or the profession being led by the technological changes. It is probably a bit of both.


University Of Wollongong Campus News October 1997, University Of Wollongong Oct 1997

University Of Wollongong Campus News October 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Campus News

No abstract provided.


Academic Library Seating: A Survey Of Usage, With Implications For Space Utilisation, Michael K. Organ, Margie H. Jantti Sep 1997

Academic Library Seating: A Survey Of Usage, With Implications For Space Utilisation, Michael K. Organ, Margie H. Jantti

Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) - Papers

Between June and October 1996 the University of Wollongong Library conducted a survey of patron seating usage with the aim of a) quantifying such use; and b) identifying areas where seats could be removed to accommodate the growth of the collection. The survey indicated that maximum usage of the 648 seats available for study was 66%. This supported a conservative reduction of seating numbers by 12%, resulting in minimal impact on patron usage. The removal of seats enabled the installation of additional shelving and a compactus. The findings have facilitated collection expansion for a further five year period.


Unsaturated Drainage Layers For Diversion Of Infiltrating Water, J. C. Stormont, C. E. Morris Sep 1997

Unsaturated Drainage Layers For Diversion Of Infiltrating Water, J. C. Stormont, C. E. Morris

Faculty of Engineering - Papers (Archive)

An approach for draining water from unsaturated soil is presented that utilizes a sloping system of a fine sand overlying a coarser sand or gravel. In this configuration, referred to as an unsaturated drainage layer, the sand laterally drains water that accumulates above the capillary break provided by the coarse material. Drainage capacity is maximized when the sand layer has sufficient moisture to be relatively conductive, yet remains unsaturated so as to prevent failure of the capillary break. Results from field tests indicate substantial downward infiltrating water can be laterally diverted with an unsaturated drainage layer. Numerical simulations are presented …


University Of Wollongong Campus News July 1997, University Of Wollongong Jul 1997

University Of Wollongong Campus News July 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Campus News

No abstract provided.


Light Scattering From A Periodically Modulated Two-Dimensional Electron Gas With Partially Filled Landau Levels , A. Brataas, C. Zhang, K. A. Chao Jun 1997

Light Scattering From A Periodically Modulated Two-Dimensional Electron Gas With Partially Filled Landau Levels , A. Brataas, C. Zhang, K. A. Chao

Faculty of Engineering - Papers (Archive)

We study light scattering from a periodically modulated two-dimensional electron gas in a perpendicular magnetic field. If a subband is partially filled, the imaginary part of the dielectric function as a function of frequency contains additional discontinuities to the case of completely filled subbands. The positions of the discontinuities may be determined from the partial filling factor and the height of the discontinuity can be directly related to the modulation potential. The light-scattering cross section contains a peak which is absent for integer filling.


University Of Wollongong Campus News June 1997, University Of Wollongong Jun 1997

University Of Wollongong Campus News June 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Campus News

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Commerce 14 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Commerce 14 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Informatics 14 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Informatics 14 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Health And Behavioural Sciences 13 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Health And Behavioural Sciences 13 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Health And Behavioural Sciences 13 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Health And Behavioural Sciences 13 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Education 9 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Education 9 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Creative Arts And Education 9 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Creative Arts And Education 9 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Science And Law 8 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Science And Law 8 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Commerce 8 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Commerce 8 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Arts 7 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Arts 7 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Engineering 7 May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Graduation Booklet - Engineering 7 May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Graduation Booklets

No abstract provided.


Plane-Strain Modeling Of Smear Effects Associated With Vertical Drains, Buddhima Indraratna, I. W. Redana May 1997

Plane-Strain Modeling Of Smear Effects Associated With Vertical Drains, Buddhima Indraratna, I. W. Redana

Faculty of Engineering - Papers (Archive)

The present study provides a methodology to include the smear effect of vertical drains in a two-dimensional (2D) plane-strain finite-element model, employing the modified Cam-clay theory. The analysis is conducted by converting the radius of the smear zone and its permeability (axisymmetric) into equivalent plane strain parameters. The introduction of smear effects improves the accuracy of the numerical model that is tested for a Malaysian soft clay, in this study.


University Of Wollongong Campus News May 1997, University Of Wollongong May 1997

University Of Wollongong Campus News May 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Campus News

No abstract provided.


University Of Wollongong Campus News April 1997, University Of Wollongong Apr 1997

University Of Wollongong Campus News April 1997, University Of Wollongong

University of Wollongong Campus News

No abstract provided.


Strategy And Information Technology, Sandra Wills, P. Yetton Apr 1997

Strategy And Information Technology, Sandra Wills, P. Yetton

Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) - Papers

Our research on twenty Australian universities charts a substantial shift in the importance of IT in teaching and administration, and in how they therefore play the strategy game.


Compression And Degradation Of Railway Ballast Under One-Dimensional Loading, Buddhima Indraratna, D. Ionescu, D. Christie, R. Chowdhury Feb 1997

Compression And Degradation Of Railway Ballast Under One-Dimensional Loading, Buddhima Indraratna, D. Ionescu, D. Christie, R. Chowdhury

Faculty of Engineering - Papers (Archive)

The rate at which railway track geometry deteriorates is greatly influenced by the behaviour of ballast. This paper presents the findings of a series of one-dimensional compression tests on latite ballast used by the State Rail Authority of New South Wales in the construction of railway tracks. These tests are part of an extended research program designed to thoroughly study the stress-strain relationships, failure properties and degredation characteristics of various types of railway ballast.


Nonlinear Transport In Steady-State Terahertz-Driven Two-Dimensional Electron Gases, W. Xu, C. Zhang Feb 1997

Nonlinear Transport In Steady-State Terahertz-Driven Two-Dimensional Electron Gases, W. Xu, C. Zhang

Faculty of Engineering - Papers (Archive)

We present a detailed theoretical study on nonlinear transport and optical properties in two-dimensional semiconductor systems (2DSS's) subjected to intense terahertz electromagnetic fields. By solving the momentum- and energy-balance equations using a steady-state Boltzmann equation approach, where electron interaction with LO phonons is taken into account under the lowest-order approximation for GaAs-based 2DSS"s, we have investigated the dependence of electron temperature, momentum relaxation time, and conductivity on the intensity and frequency of THz radiation fields. The results obtained from this study are in line with those obtained from recent experimental measurements


Mine Boundary Detection Using Partially Ordered Markov Models, Xia Hua, Jennifer Davidson, Noel A. Cressie Jan 1997

Mine Boundary Detection Using Partially Ordered Markov Models, Xia Hua, Jennifer Davidson, Noel A. Cressie

Faculty of Informatics - Papers (Archive)

Detection of objects in images in an automated fashion is necessary for many applications, including automated target recognition. In this paper, we present results of an automated boundary detection procedure using a new subclass of Markov random fields (MRFs), called partially ordered Markov models (POMMs). POMMs offer computational advantages over general MRFs. We show how a POMM can model the boundaries in an image. Our algorithm for boundary detection uses a Bayesian approach to build a posterior boundary model that locates edges of objects having a closed loop boundary. We apply our method to images of mines with very good …