An investigator wants to assess the association between caffeine consumption and impaired glucose tolerance, a precursor to diabetes. A study is planned to include 70 participants. Each participant will be surveyed with regard to their daily caffeine consumption. In addition, each participant will submit a blood sample which will be used to measure glucose level. The type of study proposed is Cross sectional survey. Indicate Cross sectional survey specific strengths and weaknesses. (225 Words)
the perspective of an American politicians
In this assignment, I want you to put yourself in the perspective of an American politician and answer the following questions which require you to imagine what life was like in the United States after the Revolutionary War. In your answers, provide the reasoning for your responses. Particularly strong answers will use information from the textbook to support their reasoning.
:With your fellow American politicians, you have been tasked to create a functioning government for the new nation. After discarding the ineffectual Articles of Confederation, you wrote the Constitution in 1787. Read the transcript of the “Bill of Rights,” which are the first ten amendments to the Constitution written in 1791. Address the following five questions and be prepared to discuss them with your fellow politicians. Use examples from the Bill of Rights to support your argument.”
1. What do you think are the most important amendments to the Constitution in the Bill of Rights? Explain your thinking and why you believe this is more important than other amendments.
2. What amendments do you think should have been included to the Constitution at this point in American History?
3. What does the fact that they amended the Constitution only a few years after it was written tell us about the document?
4. What are the alternatives to not ratifying the Constitution?
5. What is the title of the chapter you are responsible for this week? There are a few primary sources present in the chapter; find a primary source and discuss why it might be important to better understand the period.
(Below is the text from the Bill of Rights to help you complete this assignment.)
“THE Conventions of a number of the States, having at the time of their adopting the Constitution, expressed a desire, in order to prevent misconstruction or abuse of its powers, that further declaratory and restrictive clauses should be added: And as extending the ground of public confidence in the Government, will best ensure the beneficent ends of its institution.
RESOLVED by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, two thirds of both Houses concurring, that the following Articles be proposed to the Legislatures of the several States, as amendments to the Constitution of the United States, all, or any of which Articles, when ratified by three fourths of the said Legislatures, to be valid to all intents and purposes, as part of the said Constitution; viz.
ARTICLES in addition to, and Amendment of the Constitution of the United States of America, proposed by Congress, and ratified by the Legislatures of the several States, pursuant to the fifth Article of the original Constitution.
Article the first… After the first enumeration required by the first article of the Constitution, there shall be one Representative for every thirty thousand, until the number shall amount to one hundred, after which the proportion shall be so regulated by Congress, that there shall be not less than one hundred Representatives, nor less than one Representative for every forty thousand persons, until the number of Representatives shall amount to two hundred; after which the proportion shall be so regulated by Congress, that there shall not be less than two hundred Representatives, nor more than one Representative for every fifty thousand persons.
Article the second… No law, varying the compensation for the services of the Senators and Representatives, shall take effect, until an election of Representatives shall have intervened.
Article the third… Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Article the fourth… A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
Article the fifth… No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
Article the sixth… The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
Article the seventh… No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
Article the eighth… In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.
Article the ninth… In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
Article the tenth… Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
Article the eleventh… The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
Article the twelfth… The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.”
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Physical education
Look through the Internet…
List and describe 1 or 2 modern exercise programs or systems that safely address all of the health related components of physical fitness (Cardiorespiratory, Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Flexibility, and Body Composition).
Next…
How can a safe, efficient, and effective exercise program directly influence your physical, emotional, intellectual, interpersonal, and environmental wellness (Specifically address, in detail, each of the dimensions of wellness)?
government laws, and policies in relation to Gender Role
Consider the following questions on the role of gender in education, public policy, and the workplace:
- How is gender shaped by education? Consider the instructional materials used in education, classroom interactions, and communication.
- Examine the government, its laws, and its policies. What are the gender norms in these areas? Explain by using specific examples.
- Analyze the role of gender in the workplace. What are some differences between men and women in the workplace? How do these roles differ from the past? Do you think the current role of gender in the workplace is reasonable? Explain why or why not.
Write an analysis of approximately 500 words for each topic–education, public policy, and the workplace–in which you do the following:
- Respond to the questions for that topic.
- Include a scenario or story to illustrate your thoughts.
Include three to five references.
Format your analysis consistent with APA guidelines.
ethical situation that affected you
I would like to say that what i would like for you to do is write a page about an ethical situation that affected you in law enforcement. That does not mean that you had to be the one to make an ethical decision, but someone (maybe you) made an ethical or unethical decision that affect you in some way. I expect you to include aspects of ethical decision making
Human Factors in Network Design and Performance Characteristics. its a report and need complete analysis.
Human Factors in Network Design and Performance Characteristics. its a report and need complete analysis.
Assessment Details and Submission Guidelines
Unit Code BN321
Unit Title Advanced Network Design
Assessment Type Individual written report and demonstration – T3 2017 (Assignment 2)
Assessment Title Human Factors in Network Design and Performance Characteristics
Purpose of the assessment (with ULO Mapping)
This assignment is designed to assess students’ knowledge and skills related to the following learning outcomes:
Apply concepts and theories of human factors as related to network design and implementation
Compare performance metrics and dimensions according to specifications
Weight 15% of the total assessments
Total Marks 50
Word limit 1500 – 2000
Due Date 30th January, 2018
Submission Guidelines
All work must be submitted on Moodle by the due date along with a completed Assignment Cover Page.
The assignment must be in MS Word format, 1.5 spacing, 11-pt Calibri (Body) font and 2 cm margins on all four sides of your page with appropriate section headings.
Reference sources must be cited in the text of the report, and listed appropriately at the end in a reference list using IEEE referencing style.
Extension If an extension of time to submit work is required, a Special Consideration Application must be submitted directly to the School’s Administration Officer, on academic reception ( Melbourne Campus level 6, Sydney Campus level 7). You must submit this application within three working days of the assessment due date. Further information is available at: http://www.mit.edu.au/about-mit/institute-publications/policies-procedures- and-guidelines/specialconsiderationdeferment
Academic Misconduct
Academic Misconduct is a serious offence. Depending on the seriousness of the case, penalties can vary from a written warning or zero marks to exclusion from the course or rescinding the degree. Students should make themselves familiar with the full policy and procedure available at: http://www.mit.edu.au/about- mit/institute-publications/policies-procedures-and-guidelines/Plagiarism- Academic-Misconduct-Policy-Procedure. For further information, please refer to the Academic Integrity Section in your Unit Description.
Unit Code BN321
Unit Title Advanced Network Design
Assessment Type Individual written report and demonstration – T3 2017 (Assignment 2)
Assessment Title Human Factors in Network Design and Performance Characteristics
Purpose of the assessment (with ULO Mapping)
This assignment is designed to assess students’ knowledge and skills related to the following learning outcomes:
Apply concepts and theories of human factors as related to network design and implementation
Compare performance metrics and dimensions according to specifications
Weight 15% of the total assessments
Total Marks 50
Word limit 1500 – 2000
Due Date 30th January, 2018
Submission Guidelines
All work must be submitted on Moodle by the due date along with a completed Assignment Cover Page.
The assignment must be in MS Word format, 1.5 spacing, 11-pt Calibri (Body) font and 2 cm margins on all four sides of your page with appropriate section headings.
Reference sources must be cited in the text of the report, and listed appropriately at the end in a reference list using IEEE referencing style.
Extension If an extension of time to submit work is required, a Special Consideration Application must be submitted directly to the School’s Administration Officer, on academic reception ( Melbourne Campus level 6, Sydney Campus level 7). You must submit this application within three working days of the assessment due date. Further information is available at: http://www.mit.edu.au/about-mit/institute-publications/policies-procedures- and-guidelines/specialconsiderationdeferment
Academic Misconduct
Academic Misconduct is a serious offence. Depending on the seriousness of the case, penalties can vary from a written warning or zero marks to exclusion from the course or rescinding the degree. Students should make themselves familiar with the full policy and procedure available at: http://www.mit.edu.au/about- mit/institute-publications/policies-procedures-and-guidelines/Plagiarism- Academic-Misconduct-Policy-Procedure. For further information, please refer to the Academic Integrity Section in your Unit Description.
BN321 Advanced Network Design Page 2 of 3
Prepared by: Mr Naveed Dilber Moderated by: Dr Jahan Hassan January, 2018
Assignment 2
Objectives:
Network analysis, architecture, and design are processes used to produce designs that are logical,
reproducible, and defensible. The analysis, architecture, and design processes can be applied to any network
project, regardless of size or scope. In this project you are required to design a network for an IT Call Centre
that requires installation and implementation of networking hardware/software using the latest
technologies which can accommodate their network load now and for another five years.
Task 1:
It is difficult to build a solution if you don’t know the requirements. User requirements are the least technical
and also the most subjective. Your task is to gather requirements (User, Application, Device and Network) to
complete this project with the help of techniques such as questionnaire, one-on-one interviews with users,
Call Centre management, and staff members.
Application requirements can be determined from application information, experience, testing and
represent what is needed by applications to successfully operate on the system. Device requirements are
related to performance characteristics of network and their location information. With the help of diagrams
and flow charts, categorise all these requirements in groups and create an assessment plan for the Call
Centre network.
Task 2:
Your task is to come up with a logical, efficient and scalable network design that is suitable for the Call
Centre’s requirements. Analyse all requirements gathered in Task 1 and propose suggestions accordingly.
Create network performance metrics such as Bandwidth, Delay, Jitter, Packet loss, Utilisation, etc. and justify
your proposed solution. Make sure you provide enough information to allow IT technicians to build network
infrastructure from scratch. The company has allocated an adequate budget to purchase any networking
devices such as routers, switches, IP phones, access points, network cables, etc., yet obviously does not want
to spend more than necessary.
Marking criteria: Sections to be included in the report
Description of the section Marks
Task 1 Requirements Gathering
Requirements Gathering from Users, Devices, Application and Network.
15
Technique used for collecting requirements in Task 1
Clarity of Technique used in a way to collect maximum requirements.
5
Task 2 Network Design
Include a diagram of your designed network, and write justifications of your design.
15
Performance Metrics Network performance metrics defined and justified. 10
Reference style Follow IEEE reference style. 5
Total 50
Prepared by: Mr Naveed Dilber Moderated by: Dr Jahan Hassan January, 2018
Assignment 2
Objectives:
Network analysis, architecture, and design are processes used to produce designs that are logical,
reproducible, and defensible. The analysis, architecture, and design processes can be applied to any network
project, regardless of size or scope. In this project you are required to design a network for an IT Call Centre
that requires installation and implementation of networking hardware/software using the latest
technologies which can accommodate their network load now and for another five years.
Task 1:
It is difficult to build a solution if you don’t know the requirements. User requirements are the least technical
and also the most subjective. Your task is to gather requirements (User, Application, Device and Network) to
complete this project with the help of techniques such as questionnaire, one-on-one interviews with users,
Call Centre management, and staff members.
Application requirements can be determined from application information, experience, testing and
represent what is needed by applications to successfully operate on the system. Device requirements are
related to performance characteristics of network and their location information. With the help of diagrams
and flow charts, categorise all these requirements in groups and create an assessment plan for the Call
Centre network.
Task 2:
Your task is to come up with a logical, efficient and scalable network design that is suitable for the Call
Centre’s requirements. Analyse all requirements gathered in Task 1 and propose suggestions accordingly.
Create network performance metrics such as Bandwidth, Delay, Jitter, Packet loss, Utilisation, etc. and justify
your proposed solution. Make sure you provide enough information to allow IT technicians to build network
infrastructure from scratch. The company has allocated an adequate budget to purchase any networking
devices such as routers, switches, IP phones, access points, network cables, etc., yet obviously does not want
to spend more than necessary.
Marking criteria: Sections to be included in the report
Description of the section Marks
Task 1 Requirements Gathering
Requirements Gathering from Users, Devices, Application and Network.
15
Technique used for collecting requirements in Task 1
Clarity of Technique used in a way to collect maximum requirements.
5
Task 2 Network Design
Include a diagram of your designed network, and write justifications of your design.
15
Performance Metrics Network performance metrics defined and justified. 10
Reference style Follow IEEE reference style. 5
Total 50
BN321 Advanced Network Design Page 3 of 3
Prepared by: Mr Naveed Dilber Moderated by: Dr Jahan Hassan January, 2018
Marking Rubrics
Grades Excellent Very Good Good Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
Task 1 Requirement s Gathering /15
Requirements gathered are always concise and specific to the project
Requirements gathered are moderately concise and specific to the project
Requirements gathered are somewhat relevant to the project.
Some relevance but not well presented.
This is not relevant to the assignment topic.
Technique used for collecting requirements in Task 1 /5
Demonstrated excellent ability to think critically and is relevant to assessment requirements
Demonstrated excellent ability to think critically but the few materials used are not relevant
Demonstrated good ability to think critically and is relevant to assessment requirements
Demonstrated satisfactory ability to think critically and is relevant to assessment requirements
Did not demonstrate ability to think critically and is not relevant to assessment requirements
Task 2 Network Design /15
Network Design logic is clear and easy to follow with strong arguments
Network Design logic is clear but not clearly presented with arguments
Network Design logic is moderately clear and easy to follow with strong arguments
Network Design logic is not clear; however, some arguments are satisfactory
Network Design logic is not clear and not presented appropriately
Performance Metrics /10
Performance metrics are concise and well related to assessment requirements
Performance metrics are moderately concise and well related to assessment requirements
Performance metrics are concise; however, arguments are not related to assessment requirements
Performance metrics are not concise but some arguments are related to assessment requirements
Performance metrics are not concise and not related to assessment requirements
Reference style /5
Clear styles with excellent source of references.
Clear referencing style
Generally good referencing style
Sometimes clear referencing style
Lacks consistency with many errors
Prepared by: Mr Naveed Dilber Moderated by: Dr Jahan Hassan January, 2018
Marking Rubrics
Grades Excellent Very Good Good Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
Task 1 Requirement s Gathering /15
Requirements gathered are always concise and specific to the project
Requirements gathered are moderately concise and specific to the project
Requirements gathered are somewhat relevant to the project.
Some relevance but not well presented.
This is not relevant to the assignment topic.
Technique used for collecting requirements in Task 1 /5
Demonstrated excellent ability to think critically and is relevant to assessment requirements
Demonstrated excellent ability to think critically but the few materials used are not relevant
Demonstrated good ability to think critically and is relevant to assessment requirements
Demonstrated satisfactory ability to think critically and is relevant to assessment requirements
Did not demonstrate ability to think critically and is not relevant to assessment requirements
Task 2 Network Design /15
Network Design logic is clear and easy to follow with strong arguments
Network Design logic is clear but not clearly presented with arguments
Network Design logic is moderately clear and easy to follow with strong arguments
Network Design logic is not clear; however, some arguments are satisfactory
Network Design logic is not clear and not presented appropriately
Performance Metrics /10
Performance metrics are concise and well related to assessment requirements
Performance metrics are moderately concise and well related to assessment requirements
Performance metrics are concise; however, arguments are not related to assessment requirements
Performance metrics are not concise but some arguments are related to assessment requirements
Performance metrics are not concise and not related to assessment requirements
Reference style /5
Clear styles with excellent source of references.
Clear referencing style
Generally good referencing style
Sometimes clear referencing style
Lacks consistency with many errors
role of gender in education, public policy, and the workplace
Consider the following questions on the role of gender in education, public policy, and the workplace:
- How is gender shaped by education? Consider the instructional materials used in education, classroom interactions, and communication.
- Examine the government, its laws, and its policies. What are the gender norms in these areas? Explain by using specific examples.
Write an analysis of approximately 500 words for each topic–education, public policy, and the workplace–in which you do the following:
- Respond to the questions for that topic.
- Include a scenario or story to illustrate your thoughts.
Include three to five references.
Format your analysis consistent with APA guidelines.
Developmental Challenges in Middle Adulthood
Discussion 1: Developmental Challenges in Middle Adulthood
All we know about the future is that it will be different.
—The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
Adulthood has a way of spurring a false sense of stability and predictability. For example, adults who have settled into a successful career and family routine often start each morning with a clear vision of what the day will bring. However, what happens when the unexpected happens? How do unforeseen circumstances such as a natural disaster, medical complication, car accident, layoff, an unfaithful partner, or addiction alter one’s life path and overall happiness? These are events that may lead someone to see a counselor. As such, counselors must equip themselves with a wide range of strategies and approaches that will support their adult clients as they create counseling goals and interventions.
For this Discussion, review this week’s media, “Middle Adulthood.”Focus on your assigned client in your case study family. Before crafting your post, also consider the points raised in the media, “Perspectives: Middle Adulthood.”
Post by Day 3 a conceptualization of the client that you were assigned. Then, describe two developmental challenges associated with that client. Finally, describe two potential counseling goals and two interventions you could use for the client using a wellness perspective. Justify your response with references to this week’s Learning Resources and the current literature. Be specific.
Mintzberg's Configurations Paper
After comparing Mintzberg’s five basic organizational configurations (See Figure 12.8), identify the predominant design that works best for a health care organization. Please be sure to provide evidence to support your organizational design selection.
Three pages long, formatted according to current APA guidelines, 3 references among those to include (see uploaded pages): Longest, B. B., Jr., & Darr, K. (2014). Managing health services organizations and systems (6th ed.). Baltimore, MD: Health Professions Press.
Competency:
2. Analyze the essential functions, values, and components of effective health care organizational leadership and the challenges of leading and managing modern healthcare organizations.
Learning Objective:
1. Compare Mintzberg’s organizational configurations and support your choice of a configuration as one that works best for a healthcare organization.
engineering management
questions engineering management
1. Explain what engineering management is. What skills do engineering managers need to be effective in the new millennium?
2. Describe each of the three strategic planning methods discussed in ithe textbook. What are the purposes and advantages of each?
3. Why is product life cycle analysis so important? Describe the four stages of a product’s life cycle an d identify some of the tools used for operational planning.
4. Explain the differences between functional, discipline-based, product, region-based, matrix, team, and network organization.
5. Why is planning a major function for engineering management?
6. Explain what cross-functional teams are. What are the advantages of using cross-functional teams for an organization?
7. Discuss the concept of delegating and it benefits to an organization.
8. Explain why technology forecasting is critical for organizations in the New Millenium.
9. Explain why engineering managers need to learn how to effectively resolve conflicts. Elaborate on some key conflict resolution techniques that engineering managers could use in the workplace.
10. Why is organizing a critical function for engineering management?
2. Describe each of the three strategic planning methods discussed in ithe textbook. What are the purposes and advantages of each?
3. Why is product life cycle analysis so important? Describe the four stages of a product’s life cycle an d identify some of the tools used for operational planning.
4. Explain the differences between functional, discipline-based, product, region-based, matrix, team, and network organization.
5. Why is planning a major function for engineering management?
6. Explain what cross-functional teams are. What are the advantages of using cross-functional teams for an organization?
7. Discuss the concept of delegating and it benefits to an organization.
8. Explain why technology forecasting is critical for organizations in the New Millenium.
9. Explain why engineering managers need to learn how to effectively resolve conflicts. Elaborate on some key conflict resolution techniques that engineering managers could use in the workplace.
10. Why is organizing a critical function for engineering management?