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Solid Waste Management And The Need For Effective Public Participation, Catherine A. Solheim, Charles E. Faupel, Conner Bailey Dec 1997

Solid Waste Management And The Need For Effective Public Participation, Catherine A. Solheim, Charles E. Faupel, Conner Bailey

Journal of Rural Social Sciences

Recent changes in technical requirements for landfill design, mandated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, have led to closing the majority of solid waste landfills in the United States. Efforts to site new landfills have elicited widespread opposition. Based on eight case studies in Alabama, we identify three themes behind this opposition: threats to quality of life, potentially harmful economic impacts, and frustration over representational issues in the process involved in selecting the proposed solid waste facility. These concerns mirror much of the literature on public opposition to landfills and other facilities which pose similar threats to the environment and …

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Brazil And Globalization: Rome Of The Tropics Or Nowhere?, José Luiz Dos Santos Dec 1997

Brazil And Globalization: Rome Of The Tropics Or Nowhere?, José Luiz Dos Santos

Macalester International

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Literature Education In Brazil: Reflections Upon A Theme, Cyana Leahy-Dios Dec 1997

Literature Education In Brazil: Reflections Upon A Theme, Cyana Leahy-Dios

Macalester International

No abstract provided.

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Terrae Incognitae: Canons, Global Feminism, And The Case Of Brazil, Sonita Sarker Dec 1997

Terrae Incognitae: Canons, Global Feminism, And The Case Of Brazil, Sonita Sarker

Macalester International

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Brazil In The Global World: Five Centuries Of Lost Memories, Maria Lucia Gitahy, Francisco Foot Hardman Dec 1997

Brazil In The Global World: Five Centuries Of Lost Memories, Maria Lucia Gitahy, Francisco Foot Hardman

Macalester International

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"Racing" Religion: Reflections On Afro-Brazilian Religion And Globalization, Anthony B. Pinn Dec 1997

"Racing" Religion: Reflections On Afro-Brazilian Religion And Globalization, Anthony B. Pinn

Macalester International

No abstract provided.

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An Investigation Into Multicultural Communication And Its Effects On Maritime Safety : Implications For Maritime Trainers, Gerald Dzugan Dec 1997

An Investigation Into Multicultural Communication And Its Effects On Maritime Safety : Implications For Maritime Trainers, Gerald Dzugan

World Maritime University Dissertations

The dissertation is a study of how differences in communication due to culture affect maritime safety on board vessels with multicultural crews and of how differences in cultural communication effect the multicultural maritime class. It analyzes some of the difficulties of cross cultural communications at sea and also presents questionnaire results regarding communication differences that affect the multicultural crew. Suggestions for improving cross cultural communication on board were identified. Cross cultural communication problems in the classroom are identified and discussed with approaches to deal successfully with problems identified. Recommendations are made as to ways to improve communication across cultures both …

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Quality Assurance System In Vietnam Register (Vr), Hai Bang Pham Dec 1997

Quality Assurance System In Vietnam Register (Vr), Hai Bang Pham

World Maritime University Dissertations

The dissertation is a study of the implementation of a quality assurance system applied for Vietnam Register as well as other classification societies as imposed in the IMO resolution A739(18) and the Quality System Certification Scheme (QSCS). The concepts of quality, quality assurance and the process of the standardisation are clarified, taking into account the changes in terms of management and operation in the maritime industry nowadays. The necessity to implement the quality assurance system in the international classification societies is investigated in respect of their roles and obligations. Certain attempts to increase quality and credibility of services provided by …

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The Panama Canal Handover In 2000 : Preparing For The Future, Libardo Alberto Brü Dec 1997

The Panama Canal Handover In 2000 : Preparing For The Future, Libardo Alberto Brü

World Maritime University Dissertations

This document contains a recompilation of the current situation and status of the recent events that are preceding the Turnover of the Panama Canal into Panamanian hands. It is to understand that a deep analysis of the current situation and future implications of the present actions taken is not the purpose of this paper and by no means possible to accomplished due to the extent and vast amount of information and aspects that should be taken into consideration. Nevertheless by having a general understanding of aspects such as Economical, Administrative and Safety, it can be established an overview of what …

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The Impact Of Pollution On Kenyan Coastal Marine Environment, Abidjah Ndegwa Wachirah Dec 1997

The Impact Of Pollution On Kenyan Coastal Marine Environment, Abidjah Ndegwa Wachirah

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation looks at the types and main sources of marine pollution in Kenya, the existing national regulations and their comparison with the international legislation, and the damage that the Kenyan marine environment has sustained from accidental oil spills. The global environmental protection framework is analysed and the international conventions the Kenya government has ratified so far are indicated. The author further examines the current environmental protection regulations in Kenya against international standards and gives solutions for remedy where they are found lacking. The role of IMO in the prevention of the marine industry especially in the protection of the …

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Nigerian Maritime Administration : Its Role In Marine Environmental Protection : A Case Study On The Escravos Oil Terminal, Niger Delta, Mudi I. Isa Dec 1997

Nigerian Maritime Administration : Its Role In Marine Environmental Protection : A Case Study On The Escravos Oil Terminal, Niger Delta, Mudi I. Isa

World Maritime University Dissertations

The dissertation is an attempt to examine the Nigerian oil industry and its impact on the environment. The world pre occupation in recent years, with green house gas emission and climatic changes has tended to over shadow an equally important problem, oil pollution either land based or marine. Oil spills have an equally devastating impact on the environment, especially in developing countries which have little or no capacity to deal with this problem. Thus the focal point of this paper is to analyse the Nigerian oil sector and the environmental impact of its activities. This involves identifying sectors within the …

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Analysis Of Recent Marine Pollution Problems And Effects Arising From Sea Transport Activities In Jakarta Bay, Nahduddin Dec 1997

Analysis Of Recent Marine Pollution Problems And Effects Arising From Sea Transport Activities In Jakarta Bay, Nahduddin

World Maritime University Dissertations

This dissertation, a study of the “Analysis of Recent Marine Pollution Problems and Effects Arising from Sea Transport Activities in Jakarta Bay”, was prepared for the Research and Development Agency under the Indonesian Ministry of Communications. The results of the study are applicable to other areas of Indonesian territorial waters. as the problems related to sea transportation seem to be of a similar nature in most areas. Marine pollution problems and effects are only one of the environmental problems that the world faces today. However, it has afar and wide-reaching impact on the globe and its population, thus making it …

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Bulk Carriers Disasters : Loading Problems And Solutions For Increased Safety At Sea, Zouhaier Kaddour Dec 1997

Bulk Carriers Disasters : Loading Problems And Solutions For Increased Safety At Sea, Zouhaier Kaddour

World Maritime University Dissertations

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Maritime Casualties And The Lessons To Be Learned : Their Application And Use In The Maritime Teaching And Training Process, Raimi Owolabi Dec 1997

Maritime Casualties And The Lessons To Be Learned : Their Application And Use In The Maritime Teaching And Training Process, Raimi Owolabi

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

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The Introduction Of Computer Aided Learning To The Saudi Arabia Border Guard Naval Institute, Sulaiman A.M. Al-Ehaiwi Dec 1997

The Introduction Of Computer Aided Learning To The Saudi Arabia Border Guard Naval Institute, Sulaiman A.M. Al-Ehaiwi

World Maritime University Dissertations

The goal of this dissertation is to bridge the big gap between the present situation of BGNI and the other developed maritime institutions. In this dissertation BGNI was subjected to a detailed study. The developing use of the computer and its progress from the first generation to the present time has been efficiently used in developed maritime institutes. In addition, the reasons why BGNI benefit from the advance of CAL are suggested. This study includes the different aspects which are demanded for BGNI. The conditions and environment at features of the KSA that led to the establishment of BGNI, are …

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Um Journalism Student Earns Prestigious Internship, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations Dec 1997

Um Journalism Student Earns Prestigious Internship, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

No abstract provided.

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Module Embedding, Atanas Radenski Dec 1997

Module Embedding, Atanas Radenski

Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science Faculty Articles and Research

This paper proposes a code reuse mechanism called module embedding that enables the building of new modules from existing ones through inheritance, overriding of procedures, and overriding of types; the paper also describes an implementation scheme for this mechanism. Module embedding is beneficial when modules and classes are used in combination and need to be extended together, or when modules are more appropriate medium than classes.

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Um Offers Financial Aid Information Sessions, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations Dec 1997

Um Offers Financial Aid Information Sessions, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

No abstract provided.

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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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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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Outrigger Design And The Stability Of Outrigger Boats, Benedicto Mercado Selirio Dec 1997

Outrigger Design And The Stability Of Outrigger Boats, Benedicto Mercado Selirio

World Maritime University Dissertations

Philippine outrigger boats are small wooden boats that have the distinct characteristics of a very slender hull and bamboo outriggers at each side. The study focuses on the outrigger design and their effect on boat stability. The main idea is to see if there is any design flaw to make the boat susceptible to capsizing. The paper briefly looks into the social and economic significance of outrigger boats in the Philippines and their various uses. It examines recent boat accidents involving boats that capsized and their probable cause. A review of basic outrigger boat parts introduces readers to the boat …

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Fire Safety In Connection With The Transport And Handling Of Dangerous Cargoes In Port Areas, Adama Sy Dec 1997

Fire Safety In Connection With The Transport And Handling Of Dangerous Cargoes In Port Areas, Adama Sy

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.

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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

No abstract provided.

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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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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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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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Blacks In Salvador: Racial Paths, Jeferson Bacelar Dec 1997

Blacks In Salvador: Racial Paths, Jeferson Bacelar

Macalester International

No abstract provided.

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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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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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