The goal of this session is to provide you with tips and strategies for a successful graduate school interview. We will cover preparing for the interview, potential interview pitfalls and how to overcome them. We will also discuss how to make the most of first (interview) and second (after acceptance) visits to schools in the context of selecting a school for matriculation. Much of this information is applicable id MD/PhD programs and somewhat to MD programs.
The document discusses tips for creating an effective personal portfolio website. It provides advice from experts on how students and young designers can make themselves more valuable to potential employers, such as building an online presence through a personal domain and portfolio. The document also discusses what makes a good personal portfolio website, such as including a logo, tagline, portfolio of previous work, services offered, and contact information.
The document lists various events and activities that occurred in 2012 for the graduating class of NUS, including commencement ceremonies, beach fun, arts and music festivals, travel opportunities, cultural celebrations like Diwali, student exchange programs in Sweden, barbecues, engineering competitions, and orientations for exchange students. It highlights the amazing moments and experiences the class of 2012 had during their time at NUS.
Writing is an essential form of communication in which you share your thoughts with your reader. It is important that your reader receives the message that you are sending.
This document provides guidance for mentoring underrepresented students. It emphasizes that mentors should build trust with their mentees by regularly meeting, providing honest feedback, and sticking to their commitments. Mentors should also be aware of potential barriers like time constraints or cultural differences that could undermine the relationship. Ultimately, an effective mentor serves as both the strongest advocate and harshest critic for their mentee by nurturing their self-worth while still challenging them to improve.
This document provides guidance on pursuing graduate education in biomedical sciences. It discusses preparing in undergraduate years through research experiences and coursework. The application process involves finding program information, submitting a strong application file including personal statement, letters of recommendation, interviews. Schools look for commitment, motivation and research potential in applicants. Financing options for graduate education are also addressed.
This presentation provides a brief overview of the Graduate School at the University of New Haven. The University of New Haven (UNH) is a private, comprehensive institution located in south central Connecticut that is recognized as a national leader in experiential education. Founded in 1920, the University provides its students with a unique combination of solid liberal arts and real-world, hands-on professional training. Its 1,700 graduate students select from nearly 30 different master's degree offerings in the arts and sciences, business, engineering, and public safety.
The document discusses tips for creating an effective personal portfolio website. It provides advice from experts on how students and young designers can make themselves more valuable to potential employers, such as building an online presence through a personal domain and portfolio. The document also discusses what makes a good personal portfolio website, such as including a logo, tagline, portfolio of previous work, services offered, and contact information.
The document lists various events and activities that occurred in 2012 for the graduating class of NUS, including commencement ceremonies, beach fun, arts and music festivals, travel opportunities, cultural celebrations like Diwali, student exchange programs in Sweden, barbecues, engineering competitions, and orientations for exchange students. It highlights the amazing moments and experiences the class of 2012 had during their time at NUS.
Writing is an essential form of communication in which you share your thoughts with your reader. It is important that your reader receives the message that you are sending.
This document provides guidance for mentoring underrepresented students. It emphasizes that mentors should build trust with their mentees by regularly meeting, providing honest feedback, and sticking to their commitments. Mentors should also be aware of potential barriers like time constraints or cultural differences that could undermine the relationship. Ultimately, an effective mentor serves as both the strongest advocate and harshest critic for their mentee by nurturing their self-worth while still challenging them to improve.
This document provides guidance on pursuing graduate education in biomedical sciences. It discusses preparing in undergraduate years through research experiences and coursework. The application process involves finding program information, submitting a strong application file including personal statement, letters of recommendation, interviews. Schools look for commitment, motivation and research potential in applicants. Financing options for graduate education are also addressed.
This presentation provides a brief overview of the Graduate School at the University of New Haven. The University of New Haven (UNH) is a private, comprehensive institution located in south central Connecticut that is recognized as a national leader in experiential education. Founded in 1920, the University provides its students with a unique combination of solid liberal arts and real-world, hands-on professional training. Its 1,700 graduate students select from nearly 30 different master's degree offerings in the arts and sciences, business, engineering, and public safety.
It is essential to participate in research summer programs throughout the undergraduate years to present a competitive application to graduate schools. In addition to learning how to conduct research, a sustained period of full-time research allows you to see the ups and downs of research, and teaches you how to cope with the failures and to celebrate the successes of your experiments and projects. When you participate in a summer program in an institution away from home you are exposed to new topics, new techniques and new equipment. You will gain confidence that comes from success in a new and unfamiliar setting. In other words, summer programs can give you the confidence to become a graduate student and subsequently a scientist.
CV, Cover Letters, and Social Media: Pro tips and tactics for standing out an...John Ricciardi
This document summarizes an audio webinar that will take place at 12:00 PM ET. Participants can listen through their computer speakers or headset, or dial in by phone. Questions can be submitted through the Q&A panel. The webinar will be recorded. The full screen option and returning to partial screen are described. The webinar topic is CV, cover letters, and social media tips for standing out in job applications.
The document discusses the benefits of obtaining a business degree, including career development opportunities in both technical and management fields as well as personal growth. It outlines various career paths such as engineering, science, business, and professional careers and compares the pros and cons of each. The document advises readers to consider their interests, goals, and lifestyle when deciding on a career path.
This document provides advice and strategies for success from notable figures in different fields. It summarizes their stories of overcoming obstacles through persistence, strong belief in themselves, and hard work. Steve Jobs dropped out of college but still founded Apple. Ralph Lauren took out a large loan to pursue his fashion dream. Dhirubhai Ambani founded Reliance with little starting capital. Bill Gates dropped out of college but sold Microsoft operating systems worldwide through hard work and smart work. Henry Ford's first company failed but he emerged stronger with Ford Motor Company. These stories show that success is possible through grit and determination.
A summary of my career development workshop for bioscience PhD students and postdocs (May 2018) including skills analysis, job seeking, CVs and interview technique.
Introduction To Business Networking And Social Media V2 0Marcus Vannini
The document introduces social media and online networking. It discusses various social media platforms like online communities, blogs, wikis and podcasts/webcasts. It provides guidelines for professionals on setting goals and using social media appropriately. Best practices include contributing valuable content, following the golden rule of giving value, and embracing social media as an important communication tool.
- The document provides guidance on preparing for and conducting oneself during a job interview, including researching the company and position, presenting one's qualifications, and following up after the interview.
- It discusses proper interview attire, common interview question types, using the STAR technique to answer behavioral questions, researching companies and one's own interests/skills, and following up with a thank you note after the interview.
- The key advice is to thoroughly prepare for the interview by researching the company and practicing answering questions out loud, in order to make the best possible impression and increase the chances of getting the job.
This document summarizes a guest lecture on the importance of communication skills for engineers. The lecture covered several topics:
- It began by establishing ground rules for an interactive discussion and asking engineers to reflect on their own communication abilities and the benefits strong communication skills provide.
- Recruiters look for both technical and soft skills like communication, problem solving, and teamwork. Effective communication is important for working well in teams and representing an organization.
- The lecture identified areas engineers often lack, like clear expression and active listening, and ways to improve, such as identifying strengths and weaknesses, setting goals, and practicing skills.
- Different aspects of communication, like resume writing, group discussions, interviews, and workplace
Erica Otto discusses winning job search strategies that incorporate both traditional and social media techniques. She outlines a three-step approach: 1) executing traditional job search steps, 2) selectively using recruiters, and 3) adding a layer of social media. Social media allows job seekers to brand and market themselves, research opportunities, enhance resumes and interviews, build professional networks, and stay motivated throughout the process. The presentation emphasizes personalizing one's approach and maintaining an active online presence.
The document provides guidance on effective counseling techniques. It discusses why students seek counseling to analyze their needs and options to make informed decisions. The goals of counseling are to make students feel comfortable and develop new perspectives to resolve their concerns. Effective counseling involves creating a professional environment, asking open-ended questions, understanding a student's profile and aspirations, discussing options in relation to their needs, and obtaining a commitment. Counselors should listen actively, ask questions to probe further, and handle objections by answering concerns.
Your Future Career Planning Ahead - Breakthrough audience, 2013stedwards
The document provides 10 important considerations for career planning: 1) Obtaining a college degree makes you more competitive for higher-paying jobs with valuable skills. 2) The job market will remain tight for several years. 3) Carefully select a college major that you enjoy and can excel in, as major does not necessarily determine career. 4) Research careers online and through internships. 5) Develop in-demand skills like public speaking, writing, and computer skills. 6) Earn strong grades, which are important for jobs and graduate programs. 7) Gain leadership and volunteer experience. 8) Monitor your online presence and build a professional digital profile. 9) Plan ahead for graduate school which is competitive. 10) Work with
The document discusses best practices for early-stage companies in establishing advisory boards and advisors. It provides guidance on objectives for advisors, identifying advisor needs, recruiting advisors, structuring advisory relationships, compensation, and documentation. Key points covered include defining company needs and challenges, finding advisors that are a good fit for culture and issues, and getting the most value from advisors through clear expectations and regular communication.
Interview Skills (Presented for the Penbrooke Community Association)Jeremy Dutton
Immigrant Services Calgary participated in a Job Fair with the Penbrook Community Association. I was asked to deliver a short presentation on Interview Skills.
The document provides guidance on writing an effective resume, including general guidelines such as keeping the resume to one page and choosing an easy-to-read font size between 10-14 points. It offers tips for customizing the resume for specific jobs by researching the company and position, and recommends including relevant headings like work experience, education, and technical skills while using action verbs to describe responsibilities. The resource also provides resume templates and links to additional assistance for creating a strong first draft of a resume.
The document provides tips for creating an effective CV and preparing for a job interview. It recommends focusing on achievements rather than responsibilities, using a simple format, and limiting a CV to two pages. For an interview, the key is planning and researching the company. Be prepared to provide examples of how you meet the job requirements and to discuss both strengths and weaknesses. Bring copies of relevant documents and ensure proper preparation in terms of attire and arrival time.
The document provides tips for creating an effective CV and preparing for a job interview in the medical field. It recommends focusing the CV on achievements rather than just responsibilities. The key sections to include are personal details, employment history starting with most recent, education history from secondary school onward, other skills, and hobbies. For the interview, thorough research on the company and role is important. Be prepared to provide examples demonstrating skills and be ready to discuss strengths, weaknesses, and other practical questions. Proper preparation, from researching to ensuring proper attire, is essential for a successful interview.
An essential component of a graduate school or medical school application is the personal statement. A well written personal statement can mean the difference between an invitation for interview and the reject pile.
Are leaders born or are they made? It is a combination of nature and nurture. You can develop your innate abilities to become a great leaders. You just have to know which attitudes and qualities to develop.
It is essential to participate in research summer programs throughout the undergraduate years to present a competitive application to graduate schools. In addition to learning how to conduct research, a sustained period of full-time research allows you to see the ups and downs of research, and teaches you how to cope with the failures and to celebrate the successes of your experiments and projects. When you participate in a summer program in an institution away from home you are exposed to new topics, new techniques and new equipment. You will gain confidence that comes from success in a new and unfamiliar setting. In other words, summer programs can give you the confidence to become a graduate student and subsequently a scientist.
CV, Cover Letters, and Social Media: Pro tips and tactics for standing out an...John Ricciardi
This document summarizes an audio webinar that will take place at 12:00 PM ET. Participants can listen through their computer speakers or headset, or dial in by phone. Questions can be submitted through the Q&A panel. The webinar will be recorded. The full screen option and returning to partial screen are described. The webinar topic is CV, cover letters, and social media tips for standing out in job applications.
The document discusses the benefits of obtaining a business degree, including career development opportunities in both technical and management fields as well as personal growth. It outlines various career paths such as engineering, science, business, and professional careers and compares the pros and cons of each. The document advises readers to consider their interests, goals, and lifestyle when deciding on a career path.
This document provides advice and strategies for success from notable figures in different fields. It summarizes their stories of overcoming obstacles through persistence, strong belief in themselves, and hard work. Steve Jobs dropped out of college but still founded Apple. Ralph Lauren took out a large loan to pursue his fashion dream. Dhirubhai Ambani founded Reliance with little starting capital. Bill Gates dropped out of college but sold Microsoft operating systems worldwide through hard work and smart work. Henry Ford's first company failed but he emerged stronger with Ford Motor Company. These stories show that success is possible through grit and determination.
A summary of my career development workshop for bioscience PhD students and postdocs (May 2018) including skills analysis, job seeking, CVs and interview technique.
Introduction To Business Networking And Social Media V2 0Marcus Vannini
The document introduces social media and online networking. It discusses various social media platforms like online communities, blogs, wikis and podcasts/webcasts. It provides guidelines for professionals on setting goals and using social media appropriately. Best practices include contributing valuable content, following the golden rule of giving value, and embracing social media as an important communication tool.
- The document provides guidance on preparing for and conducting oneself during a job interview, including researching the company and position, presenting one's qualifications, and following up after the interview.
- It discusses proper interview attire, common interview question types, using the STAR technique to answer behavioral questions, researching companies and one's own interests/skills, and following up with a thank you note after the interview.
- The key advice is to thoroughly prepare for the interview by researching the company and practicing answering questions out loud, in order to make the best possible impression and increase the chances of getting the job.
This document summarizes a guest lecture on the importance of communication skills for engineers. The lecture covered several topics:
- It began by establishing ground rules for an interactive discussion and asking engineers to reflect on their own communication abilities and the benefits strong communication skills provide.
- Recruiters look for both technical and soft skills like communication, problem solving, and teamwork. Effective communication is important for working well in teams and representing an organization.
- The lecture identified areas engineers often lack, like clear expression and active listening, and ways to improve, such as identifying strengths and weaknesses, setting goals, and practicing skills.
- Different aspects of communication, like resume writing, group discussions, interviews, and workplace
Erica Otto discusses winning job search strategies that incorporate both traditional and social media techniques. She outlines a three-step approach: 1) executing traditional job search steps, 2) selectively using recruiters, and 3) adding a layer of social media. Social media allows job seekers to brand and market themselves, research opportunities, enhance resumes and interviews, build professional networks, and stay motivated throughout the process. The presentation emphasizes personalizing one's approach and maintaining an active online presence.
The document provides guidance on effective counseling techniques. It discusses why students seek counseling to analyze their needs and options to make informed decisions. The goals of counseling are to make students feel comfortable and develop new perspectives to resolve their concerns. Effective counseling involves creating a professional environment, asking open-ended questions, understanding a student's profile and aspirations, discussing options in relation to their needs, and obtaining a commitment. Counselors should listen actively, ask questions to probe further, and handle objections by answering concerns.
Your Future Career Planning Ahead - Breakthrough audience, 2013stedwards
The document provides 10 important considerations for career planning: 1) Obtaining a college degree makes you more competitive for higher-paying jobs with valuable skills. 2) The job market will remain tight for several years. 3) Carefully select a college major that you enjoy and can excel in, as major does not necessarily determine career. 4) Research careers online and through internships. 5) Develop in-demand skills like public speaking, writing, and computer skills. 6) Earn strong grades, which are important for jobs and graduate programs. 7) Gain leadership and volunteer experience. 8) Monitor your online presence and build a professional digital profile. 9) Plan ahead for graduate school which is competitive. 10) Work with
The document discusses best practices for early-stage companies in establishing advisory boards and advisors. It provides guidance on objectives for advisors, identifying advisor needs, recruiting advisors, structuring advisory relationships, compensation, and documentation. Key points covered include defining company needs and challenges, finding advisors that are a good fit for culture and issues, and getting the most value from advisors through clear expectations and regular communication.
Interview Skills (Presented for the Penbrooke Community Association)Jeremy Dutton
Immigrant Services Calgary participated in a Job Fair with the Penbrook Community Association. I was asked to deliver a short presentation on Interview Skills.
The document provides guidance on writing an effective resume, including general guidelines such as keeping the resume to one page and choosing an easy-to-read font size between 10-14 points. It offers tips for customizing the resume for specific jobs by researching the company and position, and recommends including relevant headings like work experience, education, and technical skills while using action verbs to describe responsibilities. The resource also provides resume templates and links to additional assistance for creating a strong first draft of a resume.
The document provides tips for creating an effective CV and preparing for a job interview. It recommends focusing on achievements rather than responsibilities, using a simple format, and limiting a CV to two pages. For an interview, the key is planning and researching the company. Be prepared to provide examples of how you meet the job requirements and to discuss both strengths and weaknesses. Bring copies of relevant documents and ensure proper preparation in terms of attire and arrival time.
The document provides tips for creating an effective CV and preparing for a job interview in the medical field. It recommends focusing the CV on achievements rather than just responsibilities. The key sections to include are personal details, employment history starting with most recent, education history from secondary school onward, other skills, and hobbies. For the interview, thorough research on the company and role is important. Be prepared to provide examples demonstrating skills and be ready to discuss strengths, weaknesses, and other practical questions. Proper preparation, from researching to ensuring proper attire, is essential for a successful interview.
An essential component of a graduate school or medical school application is the personal statement. A well written personal statement can mean the difference between an invitation for interview and the reject pile.
Are leaders born or are they made? It is a combination of nature and nurture. You can develop your innate abilities to become a great leaders. You just have to know which attitudes and qualities to develop.
It is essential to participate in research summer programs throughout the undergraduate years to present a competitive application to graduate schools. In addition to learning how to conduct research, a sustained period of full-time research allows you to see the ups and downs of research, and teaches you how to cope with the failures and to celebrate the successes of your experiments and projects. When you participate in a summer program in an institution away from home you are exposed to new topics, new techniques and new equipment. You will gain confidence that comes from success in a new and unfamiliar setting. In other words, summer programs can give you the confidence to become a graduate student and subsequently a scientist.
The goal is to provide strategies that will lead to success both professionally and personally using effective communication, networking and leadership skills.
A key to student success is mentoring. This is especially true for underrepresented minority (URM) students who may not have the social structure that provides role models and intellectual and emotional supports that students need to succeed. Mentoring can provide this infrastructure and fill in gaps in knowledge and access to available resources which many URM students need. Peer mentoring is critical for student success, but it has to be supported with faculty mentoring for optimal effectiveness. Many non-minority faculty are wary about taking on the role of mentor for URM students. This is usually not because they do not want to but rather it is usually because they are concerned that they do not know how. The discussion will focus on how faculty mentors can overcome the barriers and gain awareness, insight and strategies on mentoring URM students to increase the chances for their future success professionally and personally.
The document provides strategies for effective time management. It discusses creating a time management plan, setting goals and priorities, and identifying time wasters. Some key strategies include breaking large tasks into smaller pieces, allocating time for different activities, limiting distractions, and saying no to unnecessary tasks other people want to assign. The overall goal is to work smarter, not harder, by managing one's use of time effectively.
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
Gender and Mental Health - Counselling and Family Therapy Applications and In...PsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
How to Make a Field Mandatory in Odoo 17Celine George
In Odoo, making a field required can be done through both Python code and XML views. When you set the required attribute to True in Python code, it makes the field required across all views where it's used. Conversely, when you set the required attribute in XML views, it makes the field required only in the context of that particular view.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
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How to Setup Warehouse & Location in Odoo 17 InventoryCeline George
In this slide, we'll explore how to set up warehouses and locations in Odoo 17 Inventory. This will help us manage our stock effectively, track inventory levels, and streamline warehouse operations.
Philippine Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) CurriculumMJDuyan
(𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝟏𝟎𝟎) (𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟏)-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐬
𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐏𝐏 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬:
- Understand the goals and objectives of the Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) curriculum, recognizing its importance in fostering practical life skills and values among students. Students will also be able to identify the key components and subjects covered, such as agriculture, home economics, industrial arts, and information and communication technology.
𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫:
-Define entrepreneurship, distinguishing it from general business activities by emphasizing its focus on innovation, risk-taking, and value creation. Students will describe the characteristics and traits of successful entrepreneurs, including their roles and responsibilities, and discuss the broader economic and social impacts of entrepreneurial activities on both local and global scales.
Main Java[All of the Base Concepts}.docxadhitya5119
This is part 1 of my Java Learning Journey. This Contains Custom methods, classes, constructors, packages, multithreading , try- catch block, finally block and more.
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
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Email the interviewers or faculty in whom
you are particularly interested
Review your application packet, esp. the
Personal Statement
B
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8. What are they looking for?
Commitment to & understanding of research
Sustained research experience
Summer undergraduate research programs
Senior research thesis
1-2 years full time experience in a research lab
after college
Understand what biomedical scientists do
Demonstrate an aptitude for science
B Grades in challenging science courses
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9. What are they looking for?
Commitment to a career in sciences
Academia
K-12
Undergraduate/graduate
Research Institute/Medical Center
Government
NIH
NASA
White House
Business
Biotech
Law
Journals (e.g., editors)
Industry
B Pharmaceutical companies (big pharma)
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10. Who are the interviewers
Faculty (research/clinicians)
Faculty who teach in the programs
Current students
Administrators
B Readers are plentiful; thinkers
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11. At the interview
Show them the
person you presented
in the application
Dress appropriately
Comfortable clothing & shoes
Relax and be professional & social
Introduce yourself (the handshake)
Sit up, smile and speak clearly; participate in the
conversation; show confidence
B
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12. Dress codes
Traditional or formal
Formal attire business attire
One step down from formal attire
Tux and tails Business suit (usually dark),
Long evening gowns white dress shirt and tie
Dress shoes, socks Business suit, skirted, at least
Closed-toed and heeled knee-length
pumps, hosiery Dress shoes, socks
Closed-toed and heeled
pumps, hosiery
B
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13. Dress codes
Business attire Business casual
One step down from formal One step down from business attire
business attire Dress trousers, dressy collared
Suit or dress trousers and shirts and sports coat, no tie
sports coat, dress shirt and Khakis and golf shirts
tie
Dressy separates, slacks,
Suit, skirted (at least knee- skirts, blouses, sweaters,
length) or pants, dressy dressy dress
separates with jacket,
Closed-toed shoes
business dress
Casual or Campus Casual
Dress shoes, socks
Jeans, collared/tee shirts
Closed-toed and heeled
pumps, hosiery Sneakers, sandals, flip-flops
B
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14. Interviewing the school
“…all great Lab and classroom
institutions are space
continually changing--
-renovating, building, The campus
recruiting, developing
new programs and
The surrounding
collaborations, and area near campus
pursuing new ideas.”
(Harold Varmus)
Plans are only good intentions
B unless they immediately degenerate
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15. At the interview
YOU SCHOOL
You are always “on”
Be careful of bad behavior
Emphasize your strengths and experiences
Show enthusiasm & commitment when you talk
about your research
Show some interest in the interviewer’s research
It is OK to say “I do not know”
B
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16. At the interview
YOU SCHOOL
Confidence
Body language
Eye contact
Sense of humor
Active listening
Acknowledge
Reflect
Question
Summarize My intent is simply to know
Clarify my material so well that I'm
very comfortable with it.
B Confidence, not perfection, is
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17. The interview
Let the interviewer take the lead
Pay attention to the questions
Have a list of your own questions
Are students and faculty readily available
when you visit
Is the culture/environment what you need
B
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18. Overcoming shyness
Rehearse with a trusted faculty
Review your strengths
Write some notes & questions
Review before (not during) the interview
Anticipate questions and plan your answers
B
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19. Interview vs. Second Visit
Interview
Get a feel for the School/Institution and
determine if it makes it to your short list
Second visit
See and feel what is important to you
B It is the province of knowledge to speak and it is
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20. Second Visit
What is the format?
Can you select which faculty you see?
How much student contact is there?
Are you prepared?
What do you want to know at the end of the
visit?
Do you have a list of questions?
B
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21. Optimize your second visit
Talk with faculty in your areas of interest
Talk with lots of students
Explore the institution & neighborhood
on your own
Look at the bulletin boards
Sit in on a class in your major (content &
style)
Sleep over in the residence hall
Take pictures SKGSBS lots of notes
and
B
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22. What not to do
Arrive late for your meeting
Leave your cell phone on
Have your iPod on
Bad-mouth your boss
Complain/whine
Lie about your experiences &
qualifications
B
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23. What not to do
Get defensive about a particular
question
Let your nervousness/ shyness show
Unprofessional (too familiar)
Look at your watch
Sound rehearsed
B
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24. What to do
Present yourself
Professionally
Effectively
Honestly
Show you know what you are getting into
Clearly present your current interests
Show you understand your current
interests may evolve as your field of
interest evolves
B
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25. What to do
Figure out if this School/Program is the right
fit for you
Make notes right away about each
School/Program
Figure out if the research there excites you
Get your facts first, and then
B you can distort them as much
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26. Possible interview questions
Tell me about your previous research/yourself.
What do you enjoy most/least about research?
Why do you want to go to graduate school/become
a scientist?
What area of research do you plan to work in?
What qualifies you for graduate school?
What are your areas of strength?
What are your areas of weakness?
Why did you do poorly in subject X?
B
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27. Possible interview questions
What do you think you can expect in
graduate school?
What are your career plans?
Is there anything else you would like to tell
me about yourself?
Do you have any questions about our
School/Program?
Make sure you have some questions ready!
B
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28. After the interview
Write thank you messages
Follow-up with an advocate
Follow-up based on when you expect to hear
from them (not the next day)
Promptly acknowledge an offer of admission, ask
how long before they need your decision
Promptly provide additional information if
requested
Politeness and consideration for
B others is like investing pennies and
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29. Our imagination is the only
limit to what we can hope to
have in the future (Charles F. Kettering)
B
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