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Lab Exercises
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Wireless Periodicals
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Wireless Academic Programs
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Technology Tutorials
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Student Skill Building
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Student Opportunities
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Publication Opportunities
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Presentation
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Online Recruiting Sites
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GWEC Policies
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GWEC CURRICULUM MODULE SAMPLE
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Glossaries of Telecom Terms
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General Wireless Info
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General Career Information
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Faculty Resources
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Faculty Positions
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Education Topics/White Papers
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Conferences, Meetings & Newsletters
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Career Fares
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Associations
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Lab Exercises
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LE-1016: Antennas, Reflection, and Diffraction
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Objectives
1. To gain experience measuring antenna impendance
2. To compare experiment with theory for simple models of reflection and diffraction
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LE-1010: Indoor Propagation Measurements
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Objectives of this lab:
1. Make an indoor coverage map
2. Observe the extent to which coverage in the EME building is frequency dependent
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LE-1013: Indoor Propagation Measurements
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Objectives of this lab:
1. To observe multipath in a real radio propagation environment
2. To gain understanding of the relation between time and frequency domain response of a radio channel
3. To characterize a radio channel using the theory of Chapter 4 in Rappaport
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LE-1009: Indoor Propogation Measurements
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Objectives of this lab:
1. Get experience making field strength measurements
2. Observe and characterize small-scale fading
3. Produce an indoor coverage map and provide a basic analysis of it
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LE-1015: Outdoor Propagation
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Objectives of this lab:
1. To gain experience measuring cell site control channels in an outdoor environment
2. To exercise your power of analysis in understanding your measurements
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LE-1017: Propagation Modeling
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Objectives
1. To use the basic propagation and diffraction theory we've developed in lecture to model your AMPS control channel measurements.
2. To gain insight into the capabilities and limitations of this kind of modeling.
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LE-1007: Spectrum Analyzer
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Objectives of this lab are:
1. To learn how to use a spectrum analyzer
2. To illustrate the concept of channels, and measure a channel's characteristics (such as channel separation and bandwidth)
3. To examine the difference between AM and FM modulation and compare measurement to theory
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Wireless Periodicals
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BWCS Mobile Data Daily & Telecoms Legal News
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Free electronic delivery.
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For more information:
http://www.bwcs.com
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Communications News
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Communications News, founded in 1964, serves the decision makers responsible for networking, voice, data, and video communications technologies at enterprise and service provider organizations, both in print and online.
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For more information:
http://4jobs9.tradepub.com/free/cn/
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Go Engineering! E Newsletter
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Go Engineering! goes out to thousands of K12 educators, reaching into Americas classrooms to promote the importance of engineering and technology education and explore the many ways that engineering and technology can help teachers meet the challenge of making mathematics and science come alive for students.
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For more information:
http://www.engineeringk12.org/educators/go_engineering/news.html
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Microwaves and RF
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Free Subscription
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For more information:
http://www.4jobs.com/common/partnership/magazines/subscribe.asp?par=4Jobs9&loc=mrf
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MissionCritical Communications
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MissionCritical Communications delivers wireless voice and data solutions for mobile and remote mission-critical operations. To explore innovative applications, integrate wireless data, scan industry news, compare equipment features, choose the right product for your workforce, stay ahead of regulatory issues and technology trends or source a new supplier, turn to MissionCritical Communications. We provide the information you need to improve your organization's operations through the efficient use of wireless communications.
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For more information:
http://4jobs9.tradepub.com/free/mcc/
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RCR Wireless News
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Apply today for your Free Subscription to RCR Wireless News!
Apply to receive a free subscription to RCR Wireless News, the WEEKLY news source for the wireless industry. For over 20 years RCR Wireless News has been a timely, authoritative, indispensable source of news for the wireless community. Every week, RCR delivers news of technology, new products, mergers, regulatory action, financial news...and much more.
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Telecommunications® Magazine
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Qualify for Your Free Subscription!
Telecommunications® Magazine provides insight to service providers via monthly Americas and International editions. Articles provide in-depth analysis of leading-edge technologies and their implementation. Editorial teams--based in Boston and London--focus on access, core and transmission technologies. In short, we power the service provider with knowledge.
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For more information:
http://4jobs9.tradepub.com/free/tcom/
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Telephony
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Qualify for Your Free Subscription!
Telephony is the leading publication for all communications service providers: new and incumbent, wireline and wireless.
Telephony's weekly editorial coverage provides timely, comprehensive and analytical reporting on all aspects of the broadband economy. Our editors provide perspective on the network technology innovations, content developments and business drivers that affect all forms of broadband communications service providers.
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For more information:
http://4jobs9.tradepub.com/free/tp/
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Wireless Academic Programs
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'America's Most Connected Campuses' from Forbes Magazine
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For more information:
http://www.forbes.com/2003/10/01/conncampusland.html
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Applied Wireless Electronics
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South Central Technical College - MN
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Resource File:
Wireless Electronics flyer (2).pdf
(167 KB)
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For more information:
http://southcentral.edu/datafiles/progPDF/AWE.pdf
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Bellevue Community College - Bellevue, WA
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Telecommunications (Wired & Wireless Program)
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For more information:
http://www.conted.bcc.ctc.edu/computers/cmptelcom.asp
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European Institute for Innovative Technologies
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EU-INSIT is a scientific institute whose goal is to disseminate knowledge and develop/conduct activities in the areas of innovative technologies through the provision of feasibility studies, research, design and software development, testing and prototyping, system integration, consulting and all the other relevant activities.
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For more information:
http://www.eu-insit.com
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Rend Lake College
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Rend Lake College has been rated by Community College Week as the fastest growing college in the nation. Rend Lake College
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Rend Lake College Receives $1M Verizon Donation
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WIRELESS PROGRAM GAINS GROUND WITH $1 MILLION VERIZON DONATION OF CELLULAR SWITCH Rend Lake College News
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Skyline Community College - San Bruno, CA
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Telecommunications, Wireless & Network
Information Technology (TCOM) Program
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For more information:
http://www.smccd.net/accounts/skyline/smt/TCOM.html
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SUNY Institute of Technology's Telecom Club News
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Resource File:
Telcom Buzz Fall 2005 (3).pdf
(1542 KB)
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Technology Tutorials
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"Securing a Wireless Network" from DesignLine
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Here's a chapter right out of 'Home Network Security Simplified'. It's an easy-to-follow explanation of how to make sure that your home network is secure--why it's important, and amazingly, how few of us actually do it.
Part One
Part Two
Part Three
Part Four
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CTIA's How Wireless Works
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For more information:
http://www.wow-com.com/wireless_resources/how_wireless_works/index.cfm
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Digital Wireless Basics
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For more information:
http://www.privateline.com/PCS/PCS.htm
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How to Set Up a Wireless LAN - by HP
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For more information:
http://www.hp.com/sbso/productivity/howto/wireless_lan/index.html
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IBM Free Tutorials
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For more information:
http://www-106.ibm.com/developerworks/views/wireless/tutorials.jsp
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Introduction to E911 services on VoIP networks
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By Horizon House Publications
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For more information:
http://www.telecomflash.com/static/0505tf0510_techtopic.html
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Radio-Electronics.com
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For more information:
http://www.radio-electronics.com/
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RFID
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For more information:
http://www.rfidinc.com/tutorial.html
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TechOnline
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For more information:
http://www.techonline.com/
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TechOnLine Webcasts
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For more information:
http://www.techonline.com/community/37568
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TECHtionary
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TECHtionary lists itself as the World's Largest Animated Knowledge Source on Technology. It was also named as Web Hosting Magazine Editors Choice for Best Technical Help. Click on the link below to see many tutorials on wireless related topics - great animation!
Check the GWEC related items at the URL listed below - or go to www.techtionary.com
Also available via iTunes at http://www.apple.com/itunes/store/podcasts.html
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For more information:
http://www.techtionaryna.com/techtip/custom/gwec/techtip.swf
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Wireless Tutorials
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For more information:
http://www.complextoreal.com
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TOP
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Student Skill Building
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"Evaluating an Offer of Employment"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/evaluating.html
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"Fair Well"
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Be sure you walk into your next career fair with your best foot forward. Article from Graduating Engineer and Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/articles/feature/12-7-99a.html
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"Great Questions to Ask"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/ques2ask.html
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"Great Questions You'll Be Asked"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/quesasked.html
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"Power Verbs to Include (in your resume)"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/verbs.html
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"Right and Wrong"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine on ethics in the workplace.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/articles/feature/12-7-99b.html
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"Running with Change"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/articles/feature/10-5-99.html
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"Ten Rules of the Interview"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/tenrules.html
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"The 3 R's of Resume Writing"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/threers.html
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"The Art of Negotiation"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/negotiating.html
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"The Informational Interview"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/informational.html
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"The Scanner Friendly Resume"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/scanner.html
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"The Site Visit Interview"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/onsite.html
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"Top Ten Pitfalls of a Resume"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/interview/pitfalls.html
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A Career Planning Center for Beginning Scientists and Engineers
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For more information:
http://nationalacademies.org/careerguides.html
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ASEE "Engineering GO for IT" Guidebook for K-12
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For more information:
http://www.engineeringk12.org/
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Book - 60 Seconds and You're Hired
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Great book - only $13.00 - recommended by many career counselors and interviewing experts! Author - Robin Ryan.
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For more information:
http://www.robinryan.com/youreHired.htm
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Careers in Science and Engineering
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For more information:
http://www.nap.edu/readingroom/books/careers/contents.html
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CWNP Wireless Certification Exam
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The Wireless# beta exam is now available at all Pearson VUE and Prometric testing centers worldwide.
The exam (#PW1-050) is intended for entry-level professionals who have no prior experience with wireless technology. The exam covers the skills required by computer technicians, network support technicians, and technical support specialists.
The test will cover topics related to the leading wireless network technologies, including
- Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth
- WiMax
- ZigBee
- Infrared
- RFID
- VoWLAN
Candidates who successfully complete the beta exam will receive the Wireless# certification.
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For more information:
http://www.cwnp.com/certifications/index.html
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dBm/dBW Calculator
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For more information:
http://www.bessernet.com/jobAids/dBmCalc/dBmCalc.html
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Differences between Engineering & Engineering Technology
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For more information:
http://www.et.uncc.edu/comparison.html
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Dozens of Different Online Tutorials
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/etc/search.zhtml?ps=20&o=0&m=all&q=tutorials&ul=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.graduatingengineer.com%2F
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Engineering Careers (from Wetfeet.com)
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For more information:
http://www.wetfeet.com/asp/careerprofiles_overview.asp?careerpk=14
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Engineering is For You (from Junior Engineering Technical Society)
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For more information:
http://www.jets.org/publications/eng4you.cfm
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Engineering Technologists and Technicians (also from JETS)
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How Cell Phones Work
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For more information:
http://www.howstuffworks.com/cell-phone.htm
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IEEE - Careers Overview
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For more information:
http://www.ieeeusa.org/careers/yourcareer.html
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Interviewing Skills
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From CarreerJournal.com (Wall St. Journal)
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For more information:
http://www.careerjournal.com/jobhunting/interviewing/20051115-coombes.html?cjpos=home_whatsnew_major
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Occupational Outlook Handbook Online - US Dept. of Labor
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For more information:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/
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Test your RF IQ and Win Prizes
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Are you an RF genius in the making? Have you set off the office sprinklers trying to prove Ohm's law? Do you have a favorite frequency? Do you display plots of spectrogram outputs on your mantle? Its okay, Tektronix says. They understand. RF can do that to a person.
Take the RFIQ Challenge. Tektronix and IEEE Communications Magazine are presenting a series of online tests to uncover the geniuses of the RF world. It's competition, with prizes; including a free trip to Hawaii for IMS '07 and monthly drawings for Radio Shack gift cards.
When you take the tests you'll ascertain your RFIQ. Genius to idiot. Superstar to half-wit. James Bond to Homer Simpson. You can even experience the joy that comes from out-smarting others when you challenge a colleague to take the tests. Find out who's the RF genius and who's the (ouch) moron.
The bragging rights to the top title of RF Genius are officially up for grabs.
Register now at www.myrfiq.com.
And good luck.
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Wireless Engineer - Preparing for the Interview
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Questions that you might be asked.
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For more information:
http://www.techinterviews.com/index.php?p=126
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Wireless Installer, etc. Certification Courses
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Through NARTE
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For more information:
http://www.tonex.com/show_category.php?category=44&OVRAW=wireless%20education&OVKEY=wireless%20education&OVMTC=standard
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Wireless LAN - Design Software for Education
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Educational software available for colleges, community colleges, and even advanced high schools. Its the first educational verison of software for Wireless LAN design and deployment, and it is based on Wireless Valley's successful commercial product.
See these links now available:
www.wvcomm.com/Products/LanPlannerEDU/LANPlannerEDU.asp
www.wvcomm.com/News/PressReleases/PressRelease070804a.asp
Jim Welch, the CEO of Wireless Valley, or Kevin DeSpain, director of sales, can provide more information. They are at 512.821.1560 x12 and x15.
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Contact information: |
Jim Welch or Kevin DeSpain of Wireless Valley
Phone 512.821.1560
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Student Opportunities
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Internship Opportunities with the (National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) in Washington, DC. These are volunteer (unpaid) opportunities to assist the professional staff. Interns are welcome for either a semester or longer duration. Be sure to let the GWEC office know if you are pursuing this opportunity.
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Internship in DC
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For more information:
http://www.ntia.doc.gov/opadhome/opad_intern.html
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Publication Opportunities
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Journal of Engineering Technology (JET)
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Invitation issued to submit your manuscripts to the Journal of Engineering Technology (JET) for review. JET is a refereed journal and they are looking for manuscripts in all areas of Engineering Technology on an ongoing basis. Please click on the link below for the Manuscript Requirements and Style Guide for Authors, and send all manuscripts, meeting the specified requirements, to the address below.
Abi Aghayere, Ph.D., P.E.
Manuscript Editor, Journal of Engineering Technology
Professor, Civil Engineering Technology
Rochester Institute of Technology
78 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623
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Contact information: |
Abi Aghayere, Ph.D., P.E.
Phone 585-475-6664
Email aoaite@rit.edu
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For more information:
http://www.asee.org/publications/divisions/upload/JET.pdf
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THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MODERN ENGINEERING
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THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MODERN ENGINEERING
(Previously titled the 21st Century Engineer)
Online Archival Journal for Engineering and Engineering Technology
CALL FOR MANUSCRIPTS, BOOK AND SOFTWARE REVIEWS
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The International Journal of Modern Engineering is an international peer-reviewed online journal covering topics that appeal to a broad leadership of engineering and engineering technology fields. It is supported by a distinguished international editorial board. The journal was founded in Spring 2000. The journal is published twice annually (Fall and Spring/Summer issues) and includes peer-reviewed articles, book and software reviews, editorials and commentary that contribute to our understanding of the issues, problems, and research associated with the engineering and engineering technology fields. The new web site of the International Journal of Modern Engineering is: www.ijme.us
The International Journal of Modern Engineering is seeking manuscripts, book and software reviews, editorials and commentary from professionals in universities, 2-year colleges, and industry. The articles must be relevant to engineering/engineering technology profession. Submitted work must be original. Significantly revised conference proceeding papers may be submitted. Work previously published online or in an archival journal is not acceptable. Each submitted manuscript will be subjected to a blind review by five or more members of the editorial review board. Book and software reviews, editorials, and commentary will be reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief, the Executive Editor and the Associate Editor.
The next issue (Spring/Summer 2005) of this journal will be published in August 2005.
The deadline for submission of manuscripts, book and software reviews, editorials, and commentary for the Spring/Summer 2005 issue is April 25, 2005. Please send your submissions through e-mail to:
Sohail Anwar, Ph.D
Penn State University - Altoona College
Executive Editor
e-mail: sxa15@psu.edu
Telephone Number: (814) 949-5181
Fax: (814) 949-5190
For detailed information regarding the scope of the journal, manuscript requirements, copyright, and submissions, please visit the web site above.
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Presentation
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Agilent European Presentation
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Contact information: |
Susan Sauer, Executive Director GWEC
Phone 703.351.6982
Email sauer@gwec.org
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Resource File:
Susan Agilent - 2A.ppt
(535 KB)
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ECEDHA Presentation - March 2004
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Electrical and Computer Engineering Department
Heads (ECEDHA) presentation by GWEC's executive director.
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Resource File:
ECEDHA 3-23-04.ppt
(72 KB)
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GWEC OVERVIEW DOCUMENT
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Resource File:
GWEC Short Overview.doc
(216 KB)
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GWEC Presentation at ASEE Anual Conference 2003
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Resource File:
1516.pdf
(491 KB)
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GWEC Presentation at Frontiers in Education Conference 2005
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Resource File:
FIE 10-05.ppt
(523 KB)
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ISTEC Conference - Presentation 2
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Resource File:
Istec2.ppt
(121 KB)
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ISTEC Conference Presentation
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Resource File:
Istec.ppt
(135 KB)
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IWCE - GWEC Presentation
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Resource File:
iwce.ppt
(120 KB)
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Online Recruiting Sites
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Award Solutions
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GWEC Member, Award Solutions, can provide you the opportunity to take your career to the next level. We would like you to join us in your quest for technical excellence.
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For more information:
http://www.awardsolutions.com/careers/careers_training.shtm
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CollegeRecruiter.com
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Jobs for college students, graduates and recent graduates. Entry level work and career opportunities. Part time and full time.
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Contact information: |
Phone (800) 835-4989
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For more information:
http://www.CollegeRecruiter.com
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IEEE Computer Society
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For more information:
http://www.computer.org/careers/
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Several More Recruiting Sites...
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T-Mobile's Career Site
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For more information:
http://www.t-mobile.com/jobs/
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TOP
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GWEC Policies
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GWEC Endorsement Policy
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Contact information: |
Susan Sloan, CEO
Phone 703.351.6982
Email sloan@gwec.org
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Phase I Final Report Figures
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Resource File:
DigiLore Phse I Figures.pdf
(173 KB)
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GWEC CURRICULUM MODULE SAMPLE
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CURRICULUM MODULES
GWEC Curriculum Modules are available to GWEC Members who have a signed license agreement with GWEC for use and reproduction within courses offered for students.
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TCP-IP
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GWEC industry and education members have access online to 46 complete curriculum modules with Instructor Guides. For more information, contact the GWEC office at 703-351-6982 or email info@gwec.org . (Module may be downloaded for review only - material is copyrighted by GWEC. File is in Winzip format.
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Contact information: |
Susan Sloan, Executive Director
Phone 703.351.6982
Fax 703.351.6984
Email sloan@gwec.org
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Resource File:
TT_TCPIP.zip
(472 KB)
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Glossaries of Telecom Terms
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Andrew Seybold's Glossary
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For more information:
http://www.wirelessroadmap.com/asg/other/glossary.htm
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CTIA's Glossary of Acronyms
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Resource File:
Telecom_Glossary_of_Terms.pdf
(196 KB)
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Motorola's Cellular Glossary
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For more information:
http://commerce.motorola.com/consumer/QWhtml/glossarycellular.html
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Motorola's Paging Glossary
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For more information:
http://commerce.motorola.com/consumer/QWhtml/glossarypager.html
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Motorola's Two-Way Radio Glossary
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For more information:
http://commerce.motorola.com/consumer/QWhtml/glossary2way.html
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Motorola's Wireless Networking Solutions Glossary
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For more information:
http://www.motorola.com/cgiss/WiNS/WiNS_glossary.shtml
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Telecommunications:Glossary of Telecommunications Terms
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From the General Services Administration of US Government
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For more information:
http://www.atis.org/tg2k/
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General Wireless Info
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"Designing Next Generation Test Systems" by National Instruments
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This application note is the first in a series designed to help develop test systems that lower cost while increasing test throughput, and providing scalable system architecture for future requirements.
Test managers and engineers use automated test systems in applications ranging from design validation and end-of-line production test to equipment repair diagnostics for product quality and reliability. Automated test systems can offer simple "pass" or "fail" tests or a wide range of product characterization measurements earlier in the sdevelopment process, saving you time, money, and resources.
This developer's guide, titled "Designing Next Generation Test Systems," includes white papers that: - Address challenges that continue pressuring engineering teams to reduce the cost and time of test
- Provide insight into how test managers and engineers are overcoming these challenges
- Offer guidelines on building modular, software-defined test systems that significantly increase test system throughput and flexibility while reducing overall cost.
National Instruments, a leader in automated test, is committed to providing the hardware and software products engineers need to create these next-generation test systems.
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For more information:
http://digital.ni.com/express.nsf/bycode/ATEGuide
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Book - 'Riding the Waves' By Yaron Eitan with Uri Miron
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Riding the Waves recounts the gripping story of Geotek - one of the past decade's most innovative wireless ventures - from the perspective of its founder and CEO, Yaron Eitan. During its short lifespan, Geotek went from a small, obscure defense company to one of Wall Street's biggest stars, introducing a series of revolutionary wireless products in the process. Yet shortly after its proprietary national wireless network was launched, the company, which had by then raised close to $800M, found itself on the edge of bankruptcy.
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California Researchers Offer Open-Source Platform To Speed Wireless Development
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Wireless Design Online Article from July 19.2005
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For more information:
http://www.wirelessdesignonline.com/content/news/article.asp?DocID={ef19c51f-9f2e-4236-b442-16f2cf074b44}&Bucket=&Featured=&VNETCOOKIE=NO
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Forecast 2006: Wireless
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From ComputerWorld John S. Webster
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For more information:
http://www.computerworld.com/managementtopics/management/story/0,10801,107307,00.html
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IEEE Standards - 2005
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For more information:
http://standards.ieee.org/wireless/
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inCode Wireless Reveals Top 10 Global Wireless Predictions for 2006
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For more information:
http://www.incodewireless.com/media/whitepapers/2006/2006PredictionsNA.pdf
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MuniWireless
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MuniWireless is a portal for news and information about citywide wireless broadband projects around the world.
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For more information:
http://www.muniwireless.com/
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New Training Resource
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Resource File:
Press Release- E-Mail Version - 06 Jan 17.doc
(29 KB)
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Sidebar: Standards on the Way ... in 2007
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News Story by Joanie Wexler
NOVEMBER 29, 2004 (COMPUTERWORLD) - The IEEE 802.11 Task Group S met in September to begin developing a standard for interoperable wireless LAN mesh infrastructures. There are at least two items that the standard will likely define:
1. How a packet selects its multihop path across the wireless mesh. Today, this is the secret sauce giving early vendors their value-add. Best-path selection is analogous to traditional Layer 3 wired routing protocols, such as Open Shortest Path First, or OSPF. In wireless configurations, though, the algorithm must be tightly coupled with Layer 1 radio metrics, accounting for physical-layer issues such as signal strength and interference when selecting a path.
2. Authentication and security extensions for mesh. Part of the standard's scope is still to be decided, says Steven Conner, wireless network architect at Intel Corp.'s Communications Technology Lab and technical editor for the IEEE 802.11 Task Group S. For example, he speculates that the standard could include the way a node selects a channel and what transmission power to use.
Conner predicts that proposals will be received during the first half of 2005 and that the standard will be complete sometime in 2007.
The term mesh network refers to a network topology in which devices are connected with many redundant interconnections between network nodes. In a true mesh network -- wired or wireless -- every node has a connection to every other node in the network, whether directly or via hopping though intermediate nodes.
Looking specifically at wireless mesh networks, they are actually more truly switched wireless networks than those that use so-called wireless LAN switches.
In a mesh network, packets are forwarded wirelessly from node to node. Products called WLAN switches, on the other hand, don't actually support any wireless interfaces.
Note, though, that mesh architectures don't preclude the use of a WLAN switch or other centralized management architecture on the wired side of the network.
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The Second Installment of the ITEA/Gallup Poll & What It Reveals as to How Amricans Think About Tech
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A Report of the Second Survey Conducted by the
Gallup Organization for the International
Technology Education Association
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For more information:
http://www.iteawww.org/TAA/PDFs/GallupPoll2004.pdf
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Top 10 Tech Trends for 2006
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From Mercury News
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For more information:
http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/business/technology/13486960.htm
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Update on Future of Wireless From Computerworld.com
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For more information:
http://www.computerworld.com/managementtopics/management/story/0,10801,107299,00.html
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US Wireless Data Market - Mid Year Update 2006 by CHETAN SHARMA
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For more information:
http://www.chetansharma.com/midyearupdate06.htm
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USTelecom Announce New 'Dummies' Books for Wireless Topics
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USTelecom offers customers technology books from the renowned '..for Dummies' series. USTelecomm states that, 'From RFID to VoIP to Network Security, these books teach what you need to know without getting bogged down in technical jargon. Their light-hearted approach to complex subjects will make these books some of the most valuable in your collection.'
Click on the web site below to read about any of these titles: - VoIP for Dummies
RFID for Dummies - Home Networking for
Dummies, 3rd Edition
- Pocket PC for Dummies
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For more information:
http://www.telecom-bookstore.com
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WiMAX Resources
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'Wireless Market Set to More Than Double in Next 6 Years ' from Broadbandtoday.com
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Click ont he link below for the story from December 13, 2006
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For more information:
http://www.broadband-today.com/article/CA6399453.html?nid=2909&
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Wireless Quick Facts, April 2006 from CTIA
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For more information:
http://files.ctia.org/pdf/Wireless_Quick_Facts_April_06.pdf
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Wireless Stats - July 2005
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For more information:
http://www.optusnet.com.au/news/story/zdnet/20050720/09/tech/0,2000061702,39203236,00.inp
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Wireless: Evolution, Not Revolution
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ComputerWorld.com
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For more information:
http://www.computerworld.com/managementtopics/management/story/0,10801,107299,00.html?source=NLT_EMC&nid=107299
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TOP
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General Career Information
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"Testing the Airwaves"
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Article from Graduating Engineer & Computer Careers Magazine on cellular engineering as a career.
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For more information:
http://www.graduatingengineer.com/careerprofiles/cell-eng.html
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Agilent Technologies - Future Engineers Site
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For more information:
http://www.futureengineers.com
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Career Information - UGS
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For more information:
http://www.ugs.com/about_us/careers/
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Global Knowledge Offers 2005 Salary Survey
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For more information:
http://www.globalknowledge.com/training/customgo.asp?id=10450&pageid=29
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Noncertified IT Skills Pay Growing Five Times Faster than Certification Pay, Says Foote Partners
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Article from Tekrati
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For more information:
http://www.tekrati.com/research/News.asp?id=8120
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Spring Cleaning For University Tech Offerings
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April 22, 2002
Schools add business flavor to attract and retain students.
By Tischelle George and Eileen Colkin
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For more information:
http://www.informationweek.com/story/IWK20020418S0030
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The Dinner Interview
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For more information:
http://www.educatorscorner.com/index.cgi?CONTENT_ID=407
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Washington State Wireless Skills Standards
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Download the 88 page Wireless Skills Standards (PDF Format) developed in Washington State by going to the link provided here or order the hard copy through the order form file provided here.
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Resource File:
SSORDERFORM_0208.pdf
(105 KB)
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For more information:
http://www.wa-skills.com/html/wireless_tele.htm
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Women in Cable and Telecommunications
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For more information:
http://www.wict.org/WICT/default.htm
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Engineering Your Future - A Project-Based Introduction to Engineering |
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According to the authors, this book provides a unique and extensive incorporation of hands-on projects in this new version differentiates it from other introduction to engineering texts on the market. The projects and examples are developed at a level appropriate for high school students, advanced students or college freshmen.
Click the link below for the book information as well as a sample project with all the instructors' information (instructor preparation, standards associate with the project, grading rubrics, resources and references).
Textbook available from Great Lakes Press
Student Price: $49.95
Authors: Gomez, Oakes, Leone, Gunn
ISBN: 1-881018-74-1
Pages: 473
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For more information:
http://www.glpbooks.com/product_info/pb.htm
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Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering and Technology textbook
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John R. Hackworth, Richard L. Jones and William D. Stanley have written that is now available with a 2007 date. The book is entitled Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering and Technology. The publisher is Thomson Delmar Learning.
According to the authors, the book is suitable for non-electrical and electronic majors, such as mechanical and civil engineering or technology majors, or it is suitable for electrical and electronics engineering technology majors as a broad overview prior to the more in-depth treatment within the specialized courses. It can also be used for science majors (e. g. physics, computer science, and chemistry majors) or for any technical or engineering personnel in industry who desire a broad overall coverage of the fundamentals of the electrical/electronics field and common areas of application.
For further information, you may contact Guy Baskaran, Marketing Manager at (800) 998-7498 or guy.baskaran@thomson.com. The textbook ISBN number is 1-4180-0020-5.
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Artech Publishing - CDMA Systems Capacity Engineering
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For more information:
http://www.artechhouse.com/default.asp?Frame=Book.asp&Book=1-58053-812-6&Country=US&Continent=NO&State=MA
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Crisp Publication Books
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Important material to help your students be successful in the workforce. There are many topics available both in booklet format and video format. Some of the best:
Team Building, Fourth Edition 1-56052-691-2
Team Problem Solving-VCI CD-ROM 1-56052-639-4
Team Problem Solving, 1-56052-314-X
Working in Teams, 1-56052-671-8
Better Business Writing, 1-56052-678-5
Technical Writing in the Corporate World, Revised Edition 1-56052-004-3
Negotiation Basics, 0-619-25907-8
Basics of Budgeting, 1-56052-134-1
Preparing for the Behavior-Based Interview, 1-56052-643-2
Effective Meeting Skills, 1-56052-385-9
Effective Presentation Skills, 1-56052-526-6
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For more information:
http://www.courseilt.com/ilt_titlelist.cfm?series=crisp
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Engineering for 8-18 Years
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For more information:
http://tryengineering.org/home.php
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New Textbook - Introduction to RF Propagation
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by Dr. John S. Seybold
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Resource File:
P060263_seybold_rf_flyer.pdf
(607 KB)
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Sun Microsystems Promotion / Promocion de Sun Microsystems
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Sun Microsystems is pleased to announce the Matching Grant Promotion 2007 for the Education sector in Latin America. This matching grant is available from February 15 to May 31, 2007.
Program Description
From a large list of products selected by Sun, elegible institutions are allowed, depending on the product, to purchase one unit at the corresponding country price, and receive a second identical unit FREE; or buy two units at the corresponding country price and receive a third identical unit free. All units must be identical part numbers and configuration.
FREE units are given based on the appropiate request submission and final approval by Sun. Units are limited and orders will be processed on a first-come first-served basis.
To see the program details please click on the link below.
The Sun representative assigned to your institution can help you in the selection of the products based on the list of products approved by Sun for this program. Or if you prefer, send and email to EduPromo-LA@sun.com to receive the required assistance.
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For more information:
http://ve.sun.com/teleweb/matching_grant/index_en.html
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Teaching Engineering Made Easy: A Friendly Guide of Engineering Activities for Middle School Teacher
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Authors: Celeste Baine and Cathi Cox
Pub Date: 03/2006
Trade Paperback, $29.99, 8.5" x 11", 160 pages
Book Description: This easy and exciting time and work saving book was developed to help middle and high school teachers with no engineering background teach engineering. The activities are designed to help teachers stimulate student's thought processes and get them thinking like an engineer. By using this teaching guide, students can see that engineering is not something to be afraid of but a realistic way to solve the problems of everyday life.
Teaching Engineering Made Easy gives classroom teachers an easy and dynamic way to meet curriculum standards and competencies. You'll find the lessons and activities to actively engage students in learning about engineering and our technological world by applying creativity and innovation as they complete the projects. They were developed and tested by a professional science teacher who sought to expose students to engineering with enjoyable learning experiences. For easy use, the lessons and activities are spiral bound to enable an 8.5" x 11" lay-flat format for photocopying.
This book is organized into 3 sections:
- Introduction to Engineering
- Engineering activities
- Team building activities (4 activities)
- Problem solving activities (5 activities)
- Chemical, Mechanical and Civil and Engineering Design Activities (15 activities)
- Engineering Crossword and Word Search Puzzles
Each section offers detailed lessons with reproducible student activity sheets. Each lesson includes:- Background information
- Standards compliance
- A list of materials needed to complete the activity
- An easy-to-follow procedure for presenting the lesson
- Observations and Analysis Journal entry section that describes the results and answers to the student activities
- Student Sheets
- Safety Notes
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For more information:
http://www.engineeringedu.com/store/#books
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Textbook - "Technology & Society: Issues for the 21st Century & Beyond"
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The third edition of Technology and Society: Issues for the 21st Century and Beyond has been published. Unique in its depth, breadth, and variety of opinions and writings, Technology and Society, Third Edition is designed to stimulate, inspire, and provoke awareness of technologys impact on society. Spanning eight topical areas, its articles are united by a single idea: technological change has been a constant companion to changes in society, ethics, energy, the environment, population, conflict, the third world, health, and even the future. Drawing on the contributors diverse backgrounds, this anthology explores the complexities of todays toughest technology and society issues and features case studies and exercises that promote critical thinking, problem solving and social awareness.
Linda Hjorth, DeVry University, Addison, IL
Barbara A. Eichler, DeVry University, Addison, IL
Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University, Addison, IL (GWEC MEMBER)
John Morello, DeVry University, Addison, IL
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2008
Format: Paper; 720 pp
Detailed Table of Contents
Request a review copy
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Textbook on DSP
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Textbook on Digital Signal Processing suitable for ET and EE students as an introductory course:
"Digital Processing of Analog Signals: a first look with MATLAB", by Thomas Young.
It can be ordered at lulu.com
ISBN is 978-0-6151-4026-1
Young plans to add introductory material on Digital Image Processing and additional material on DSP using The MathWorks Simulink. He welcomes any comments regarding the material.
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The Basics of 802.11 Wireless LANs - Textbook
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The integration of cellular networks, WLANs, and wireless metropolitan networks continues to progress rapidly, and wireless connection is becoming the norm in the daily lives of people around the world. The Basics of 802.11 Wireless LANs will help you understand the architecture and implementation of wireless local-area networks. This instructional resource examines the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g specifications, the benefits of each, and their interoperability. It also delves into the evolution of the various spread-spectrum techniques and explains the many forms of signal modulation, including frequency, amplitude, and phase. The Basics of 802.11 Wireless LANs also contains the latest information on broadb |
