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Um Journalism Students Earn Prestigious Internships, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations Dec 1997

Um Journalism Students Earn Prestigious Internships, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

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Proposals For Restructuring The Marine Department In Aqaba Port, Jordan, Walid A.S. Al-Suheimat Dec 1997

Proposals For Restructuring The Marine Department In Aqaba Port, Jordan, Walid A.S. Al-Suheimat

World Maritime University Dissertations

Today’s shipping industry has become an over-regulated industry where safety and the marine environment protection can not be compromised. This modern global arrangement requires a heightened efficient and competent maritime administrations to control and observe their national fleet. Hence, the main aim of this dissertation is to promote and enhance the marine safety and pollution prevention through restructuring the Marine Department at The Port of Aqaba by proposing and recommending feasible solutions. The Marine Department’s role in Port of Aqaba is essential as it is the sole authority controlling and enforcing national safety related maritime legislation. Its roles significance has …

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Proposal For Improving Maritime Safety In Jordan With Emphasis On The Engineer's Role, Moain Al-Zoubi Dec 1997

Proposal For Improving Maritime Safety In Jordan With Emphasis On The Engineer's Role, Moain Al-Zoubi

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation is a study for improving maritime safety in Jordan with a focus on the marine engineers role. The topic evaluates the current situation of maritime authority structure and safety procedures in all maritime activities. The objective of this proposal is to set out general guidance to improve the planning, management and operational procedures of safety matters in all maritime fields in Jordan. The topic discusses four important areas deemed necessary to improve maritime safety in Jordan, with emphasis on the role of the marine engineer in each area. The first is administrative and management, the second is legal …

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Establishing Statutory Safety Equipment Standards For Cargo Ships And Pleasure Vessels Under 500 Gross Tonnage : A Proposal For Malta, John Alden Dec 1997

Establishing Statutory Safety Equipment Standards For Cargo Ships And Pleasure Vessels Under 500 Gross Tonnage : A Proposal For Malta, John Alden

World Maritime University Dissertations

The dissertation is based on the author’s examination of the safety equipment requirements that have been established by Flag States on a national or regional level together with those developed as guidelines by recognised organizations. The first five chapters are a general description and examination of the regulations of a selection of Flag States and organisations that includes also the author’s analysis of various requirements that in his view may have been dealt with in a more complete manner. The captioned chapters are supplemented by 8 appendices that, in tabular form, present the safety equipment requirements. The tables, which have …

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Developing A Regulatory Framework For The Liberian Small-Craft Program, Yvonne Clinton Dec 1997

Developing A Regulatory Framework For The Liberian Small-Craft Program, Yvonne Clinton

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation is a way of discussing the future of the Liberian Small-craft Program. The main objective is to develop regulations that could be useful if adopted by the program. The regulations are centred on safety appliances like fire equipment, lifesaving. aids to navigation and radio equipment. The historical development of the Liberian Maritime Program is briefly discussed as well as the need to address issues which concern small-craft, which should otherwise be operating under this program. The safety of small-craft is of great importance both internationally and locally. The importance of training ship personnel in handling the ship and …

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The Cost Effective Quality Maintenance Of Ship Containers : Management And Technical Practices Which Reflect High Standards Of Containers In The Ceylon Shipping Corporation, H.M. Ajith Dehipola Dec 1997

The Cost Effective Quality Maintenance Of Ship Containers : Management And Technical Practices Which Reflect High Standards Of Containers In The Ceylon Shipping Corporation, H.M. Ajith Dehipola

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation seems to highlight the need of have a quality repair standards to develop, implement and oversee the container repairs in the Ceylon shipping corporation. The mechanism and process through which this can be achieved is examined and explained by the author in a manner which can be understood by the readers in the late chapters. It is also emphasised, in this work that the need exist for properly and highly trained personal to fulfil the required standards in container repairs. It is fairly clear that, the life of a container is depend from many factors. Some of the …

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Vietnam Register Of Shipping With Emphasis On Survey Quality For Sea-Going Ships, Duy Quy Vo Dec 1997

Vietnam Register Of Shipping With Emphasis On Survey Quality For Sea-Going Ships, Duy Quy Vo

World Maritime University Dissertations

The dissertation is an analytical of the factors affecting the survey quality and some solutions suggested to the Vietnam Register of Shipping as to improve the survey quality for sea-going ships. In chapters I and II, a brief look is taken of the overall view with regard to the Vietnam maritime industry and the role of the Vietnam Register of Shipping in assuring of maritime safety. In the reforming stage, due to the competition from the foreign classification societies on technical supervision for sea-going ships, the survey quality, which is the essential matters arising, is being considered by the Vietnam …

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Proposal For An Effective Legal Framework To Protect The Marine Environment From Pollution : The Case Of Plastic Garbage Pollution In The Coastal Waters Of Tanzania, Farida Idrisa Dec 1997

Proposal For An Effective Legal Framework To Protect The Marine Environment From Pollution : The Case Of Plastic Garbage Pollution In The Coastal Waters Of Tanzania, Farida Idrisa

World Maritime University Dissertations

There is an increasing amount of man-made debris that litterthe world's oceans and coastal waters, and associated problems which this brings. This debris consists mostly of persistent materials such as plastics, metal. glass and rubber. This dissertation provides an insight into problems and threats associated with plastic garbage. 'Apart from its persistence in the environment, plastics float for years and are concentrated into specific location by ocean currents causing permanent and irreversible damage to the marine ecosystem. Thus, sources and impacts of plastics into the marine environment are discussed. The increase in population. industrialisation. urbanisation and the rising standards of …

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Computer Based Laboratory Simulation In Maritime Education, Ramdane Ait-Mokhtar Dec 1997

Computer Based Laboratory Simulation In Maritime Education, Ramdane Ait-Mokhtar

World Maritime University Dissertations

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Development Of A Tunisian Centre For Training Of Ratings And Port Workers And For Short Courses, Karem Mansour Dec 1997

Development Of A Tunisian Centre For Training Of Ratings And Port Workers And For Short Courses, Karem Mansour

World Maritime University Dissertations

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Comparative Analysis And Improvement Of Onboard And Shore-Based Machinery Maintenance In Sierra Leone, Ibrahim C. Sesay Dec 1997

Comparative Analysis And Improvement Of Onboard And Shore-Based Machinery Maintenance In Sierra Leone, Ibrahim C. Sesay

World Maritime University Dissertations

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Engine Room Simulator For Marine Engineering Cadets In Polyteknik Ungku Omar (Puo), Malaysia, Lee Chnua Yee Dec 1997

Engine Room Simulator For Marine Engineering Cadets In Polyteknik Ungku Omar (Puo), Malaysia, Lee Chnua Yee

World Maritime University Dissertations

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Air Pollution From Marine Diesel Engines And Its Application To Met Maritime Education And Training, Jinliang Yuan Dec 1997

Air Pollution From Marine Diesel Engines And Its Application To Met Maritime Education And Training, Jinliang Yuan

World Maritime University Dissertations

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Maritime Casualties And Lessons To Be Learned : Their Application And Use In The Teaching And Training Process In The Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, Anastacio C. Anteza Ii Dec 1997

Maritime Casualties And Lessons To Be Learned : Their Application And Use In The Teaching And Training Process In The Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, Anastacio C. Anteza Ii

World Maritime University Dissertations

The dissertation is a study of the lessons to be learned from casualties to be included in the PMMA nautical curriculum. A review was undertaken at the present curriculum together with its historical developments. On the other hand, a thorough investigation and research was conducted in consonance to the requirements provided for by the STCW 95 as the basis of the future nautical curriculum. The succeeding chapters of the study surveys and evaluates the present deficiencies of the nautical curriculum system used by the PMMA. Identification of the problems and possible solutions were made in order to promote and develop …

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A Vision Of Chinese Met In The 21st Century : The Impact Of New Technology In The Chinese Met Maritime Education And Training, Ren Ping Zhang Dec 1997

A Vision Of Chinese Met In The 21st Century : The Impact Of New Technology In The Chinese Met Maritime Education And Training, Ren Ping Zhang

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation is a study of the new developments in maritime technology, new educational methodology and technology, and the new standards of STCW 95. The impact upon Chinese MET is analysed in relation to these three aspects. A general study is made of the latest developments in maritime technology and MET educational methodology. The outcome indicates that the influence of the integrated bridge systems (IBS) and the one man bridge operation (OMBO) have an effect on the shipping industry; the new MET educational methodology and technology also have a deep impact on the traditional way of education in Chinese MET …

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Satellite Technology : Reinforcement Of Computer Data Transmission Technology : Implications For The Maritime World Communications, Data Transfer And Maritime Education, U Kyaw Htut Dec 1997

Satellite Technology : Reinforcement Of Computer Data Transmission Technology : Implications For The Maritime World Communications, Data Transfer And Maritime Education, U Kyaw Htut

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation is a study of the impact of data transmission via satellite on the maritime world of communication, data transfer and education. The aim of the study is to understand the technological reinforcement of the maritime industry and the changes taking place in it. With the avalanche of changes that are taking place in the field of information technology, they can be used to facilitate the shipping industry. This dissertation assists in understanding some of the technological evolution of satellite technology and data communication and in the needs of the maritime industry as well. This dissertation describes satellite technology …

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Distance Learning Methods And Technologies : Benefits To The Maritime Industry And Developing Countries, Kirton Huggins Dec 1997

Distance Learning Methods And Technologies : Benefits To The Maritime Industry And Developing Countries, Kirton Huggins

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation is a study of distance learning methods and technologies. A brief history is given from inception and traces its continuous development from initial implementation to current practices. A comparison with traditional learning was done, outlining the various attributes of the two concepts, where intrinsic and extrinsic influencing factors are described. Despite the fact that distance learning has been practised formally in one form or another for the past hundred years, it has not and still is, not fully regarded and accepted within the educational system. Since its inception in the form of Correspondence, it has been looked upon …

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Human Element In Shipping : Training And Competence Of Shore Based Personnel, Keith Joseph Miranda Dec 1997

Human Element In Shipping : Training And Competence Of Shore Based Personnel, Keith Joseph Miranda

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation examines the need for the training of shore based personnel employed in shipping companies. Numerous studies address the human element in shipping - the Seafarer, as one of the main causes of accidents and pollution. As a result, regulations targeting the training of seafarers have been greatly enhanced in the recent past. Very little has been said about personnel manning shipping companies in numerous offices ashore. Rapid strides in communication have brought the “seafarer” and the “shore-farer” in close contact, the two being separated virtually by just the dialling of a few buttons of a telephone or a …

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The Development Of Training And Practice Of Navigation For Advanced Ships : Application To Merchant Marine Training Centre Programmes In Thailand, Thiti Tingmai Dec 1997

The Development Of Training And Practice Of Navigation For Advanced Ships : Application To Merchant Marine Training Centre Programmes In Thailand, Thiti Tingmai

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation is a study of an advanced ship, focusing on the training needs for a navigation officer by taking into consideration technological advances, operational factors and human factors. A short overview is given of current and future trends, and developments in modem technology in shipping including an advanced bridge in the form of an integrated bridge system. The role of the navigator, bridge operational procedures and conditions, and training needs are examined, taking into account manning and technological change that have taken place. The required knowledge, skills and attitude for an operator of advanced ships are identified. The importance …

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An Analysis Of The Bareboat Chartering Program Of The Philippines, Sonia B. Malaluan Dec 1997

An Analysis Of The Bareboat Chartering Program Of The Philippines, Sonia B. Malaluan

World Maritime University Dissertations

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Blacks In Salvador: Racial Paths, Jeferson Bacelar Dec 1997

Blacks In Salvador: Racial Paths, Jeferson Bacelar

Macalester International

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Method And Apparatus For Flotation Separation, Xiang-Huai Wang Dec 1997

Method And Apparatus For Flotation Separation, Xiang-Huai Wang

Center for Applied Energy Research Faculty Patents

A flotation method and apparatus for separating a selected constituent from an effluent of an industrial process is provided. The apparatus includes a conditioning tank and a flotation cell. The conditioning tank allows mixing a flotation reagent with an effluent and includes a mechanism for also dissolving gas in the effluent within the conditioning tank. The flotation cell includes a dissolved gas flotation chamber having an overflow for recovering the selected constituent and a tailings drain. In addition, the flotation cell also includes an added gas flotation chamber having a sparger for injecting gas into the effluent, an overflow for …

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Memo, Kathy Helmuth To Cooperman-Bogue Awards Selection Committee, Cooperman-Bogue Third And Fourth Quarter Award Winners, December 30, 1997, Kathy Helmuth Dec 1997

Memo, Kathy Helmuth To Cooperman-Bogue Awards Selection Committee, Cooperman-Bogue Third And Fourth Quarter Award Winners, December 30, 1997, Kathy Helmuth

Juvenile Welfare Board Reports and Publications

A memo from Kathy Helmuth, Director of Communications for the Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County, to the Cooperman-Bogue Awards Selection Committee about a meeting to select the third and fourth quarter winners.

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Counseling Services' Contribution Toward Academic Success In A Community College, Shirley Darlene Jones Dec 1997

Counseling Services' Contribution Toward Academic Success In A Community College, Shirley Darlene Jones

Theses

The purpose of this survey was to determine if graduates believed that the counseling services they received at Belleville Area College contributed to their academic success . A survey was conducted utilizing 181 graduates (111 females and 70 males) from a May 1996 graduate class of 696 students . Academic success is defined as the completion of a degree . Reasons for seeking counseling were broken into two time frames consisting of new students and students who were nearing completion of their degree. Areas o f counseling explored included adjustment to college, choosing a major, personal, study skills, meeting graduation …

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Um Students Win Scholarships Toward Study Abroad, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations Dec 1997

Um Students Win Scholarships Toward Study Abroad, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

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12/29/1997 - Long Inducted Into Beta Gamma Sigma At Eiu.Pdf, University Marketing And Communications Dec 1997

12/29/1997 - Long Inducted Into Beta Gamma Sigma At Eiu.Pdf, University Marketing And Communications

1997

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12/29/1997 - Vandermeer Inducted Into Beta Gamma Sigma At Eastern.Pdf, University Marketing And Communications Dec 1997

12/29/1997 - Vandermeer Inducted Into Beta Gamma Sigma At Eastern.Pdf, University Marketing And Communications

1997

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12/29/1997 - Lugar Receives Research Grant, University Marketing And Communications Dec 1997

12/29/1997 - Lugar Receives Research Grant, University Marketing And Communications

1997

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12/29/1997 - Eiu Students Awarded Parents Club Scholarship.Pdf, University Marketing And Communications Dec 1997

12/29/1997 - Eiu Students Awarded Parents Club Scholarship.Pdf, University Marketing And Communications

1997

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12/29/1997 - Maddox Receives Research Grant.Pdf, University Marketing And Communications Dec 1997

12/29/1997 - Maddox Receives Research Grant.Pdf, University Marketing And Communications

1997

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