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Extensive practical plant based knowledge to achieve the best automation systemBACK COVER DESCRIPTION: This fully updated on-the-job reference contains all the automation and control information you need to make timely decisions, and maximize process capacity and efficiency. Featuring contributions from 50 top technical experts, Process/Industrial Instruments and Controls Handbook, Sixth Edition covers the latest technologies and advances. More importantly, the book helps you select the right instrumentation, install and maintain it correctly, and leverage it to maximize plant performance and profitability. You will get all you need to know to execute a successful automation project including time-saving tables, lists of essential best practices, and hundreds of topic-defining illustrations.Coverage includes:.Process variable measurements.Analytical measurements.Control Network communications.Safety instrumented systems.Control systems fundamentals.PID control strategies.Continuous and batch control.Improving operator performance.Improving process performance.Project management.And more

Reinvent yourself as a woman of influence-and become the leader you were meant to beHave you ever felt like your organization's best-kept secret? Are you the go-to person for work that downplays your potential? Do you want to hone your leadership skills while still staying true to who you are? If you answered yes to any of these questions, or if your reputation as a standout contributor is not translating into career advancement, Woman of Influence is for you. With more than two decades of experience working with hundreds of thousands of women and clients including eBay, GM, Microsoft, and more, Be Leaderly CEO Jo Miller has the strategies, stories, and research to help women shift their focus from doing to leading. In Woman of Influence, she provides a practical, hands-on roadmap that walks you through 9 specific steps to build your brand, establish your legacy, and thrive. Each step is reinforced with self-assessments, inspiring exercises, and checklists that have been road-tested by tens of thousands of professional women.

The new Must Know series is like a lightning bolt to the brainEvery school subject has must know ideas, or essential concepts, that lie behind it. This book will use that fact to help you learn in a unique way. Most study guides start a chapter with a set of goals, often leaving the starting point unclear. In Must Know High School Computer Programming, however, each chapter will immediately introduce you to the must know idea, or ideas, that lie behind the new programming topic. As you learn these must know ideas, the book will show you how to apply that knowledge to solving computer programming problems.Focused on the essential concepts of computer programming, this accessible guide will help you develop a solid understanding of the subject quickly and painlessly. Clear explanations are accompanied by numerous examples and followed with more challenging aspects of computer programming. Practical exercises close each chapter and will instill you with confidence in your growing programming skills.Must Know High School Computer Programming features: . Each chapter begins with the must know ideas behind the new topic. Extensive examples illustrate these must know ideas. Students learn how to apply this new knowledge to problem solving. Skills that can be applied to a number of courses, including Object Oriented Programming, Game Design, Robotics, AP Computer Science Principles, and AP Computer Science A. A robotics project that will bring computer programming to (electronic!) life. 250 practical review questions instill confidence. IRL (In Real Life) sidebars present real-life examples of the subject at work in culture, science, and history. Special BTW (By the Way) sidebars provide study tips, exceptions to the rule, and issues students should pay extra attention to. Bonus app includes 100 flashcards to reinforce what students have learned

A first-of-its-kind primer on markets and the economy-providing the knowledge you need to protect yourself from the next financial meltdown.It's well known that carry trading has been a driving force in financial markets for years. But carry is actually much more than this. In fact, it has become the primary determinant of the global business cycle. The first book of its kind, The Rise of Carry explains how financial markets work today, how they relate to the overall economy, the increasingly important role of carry in the overall economy-and how it feeds the never-ending cycles of boom to bust and back again. The Rise of Carry provides critical but often overlooked foundational knowledge, such as:.The active role stock prices play in causing recessions (as opposed to the common belief that recessions cause price crashes).The true driving force behind financial asset prices.How carry, volatility-selling, leverage, liquidity, and profitability affect the business cycle.How positive returns to carry over time are related to market volatility-and how central bank policies have acted to supercharge these returns Finally, you'll gain important insight into how the rise of carry is part of a broader phenomenon that includes growing inequality in wealth and power and, by extension, other adverse political and social developments. While there has been an increasing amount of work in academia on carry trades, this groundbreaking book is a first for investors.

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.This popular private-school entrance exam guide-updated to align with the most recent testsThis go-to prep guide has everything your child needs to take his or her private school entrance exam with knowledge and confidence. With practice tests and comprehensive review material, SSAT/ISEE, Fifth Edition provides step-by-step review of all topics covered on the two exams-from synonyms and writing to math, data analysis, probability, and more.This new edition includes:.The most up-to-date information on the SSAT and ISEE.Complete coverage of the Middle and Upper levels (grades 6-8 and 9-12) of the SSAT and the Lower, Middle, and Upper levels (grades 5-6, 7-8, and 9-12) of the ISEE.6 full-length sample tests--three practice SSATs and three practice ISEEs-with complete explanations in the answer keys.A step-by-step review of all topics covered on the two exams, including synonyms, writing, arithmetic, data analysis, probability, and more.Score-raising strategies for verbal analogies, sentence completions, and quantitative comparisons.25 Mind Maps-engaging graphics that help students visualize the problem-solving process

A group of distinguished experts in the field of brain science provide an overview of learning science today and its future, while offering insights for improving educational practice.Whether you're a researcher, educator, administrator, or policymaker, Learning Science brings you up to date on the state of learning science today-and on where it's headed. Presenting the newest research and ideas of leading authorities in their respective fields, it draws on many disciplines-from psychology and sociology to data science and cognitive science-and offers solutions to our most urgent educational challenges. Learning Science also bridges the gap between theory and practice, providing concrete examples of how theory drives educational innovation. It is organized into three sections: Foundations of Learning Science (broad explorations of learning science approaches to education, learning, and teaching); Technology, Algorithms, and Educational Practice (how advances in technology, data science, and AI are being harnessed to improve educational outcomes); and From Research to Practice (best practices and exemplary educational programs based on findings of learning science).Contributors include:.Arthur Grasser, University of Memphis .Rose Luckin and Mutlu Cukurova, UCL Knowledge Lab, London.Tanya Joosten, University of Wisconsin.Melina Uncapher, University of California, San Francisco.Xiangen Hu, Central China Normal University and University of Memphis.Susan Fuhrman, Teachers College, Columbia University.Ryan Baker, Jaclyn Ocumpaugh, and Juan Miguel L. Andres, University of Pennsylvania.Neil Heffernan and Korinn Ostrow, Worcester Polytechnic Institute.Alfred Essa, McGraw-Hill Education.Christopher Dede, Tina Grotzer, Amy Kamarainen, and Shari Metcalf, Harvard University.Richard C. Larson, M. Elizabeth Murray, and Daniel D. Frey, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.Jennifer Kotler, Sesame Workshop .Valerie Shute, Fengfeng Ke, and Russell Almond, Florida State University

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Understand electromagnetic field principles, engineering techniques, and applicationsThis core introductory-level undergraduate textbook gives you a solid overview of electromagnetic fields and waves. Designed to accommodate both one- and two-semester curricula, the book is laid out in accessible and holistic "learning blocks" to maximize flexibility in the classroom.Electromagnetic Fields and Waves: Fundamentals of Engineering shows how electromagnetic fields work, how to design them, how to control their parameters, and how to use them in real-world situations. You will learn about electric and magnetic fields, potentials, and energy, time-varying fields and Maxwell's Equations, wave propagation and polarization, transmission lines and waveguides, and much more. Each chapter starts with an outline of learning objectives and ends with a comprehensive summary. .Contains a holistic presentation of the math and physics fundamentals needed to comprehend the material.Presents the material with students' realistic preparation in mind to ensure lasting comprehension rather than being trained to carry out procedures.Chapter material is presented with "tangential/complementary" material moved to addenda at the end of the chapter. This allows the learners to decide which and how much of the material in these addenda to cover.Written by a recognized electrical engineering expert and experienced educator

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.The acclaimed user-friendly introduction to biostatistics and epidemiology in clinical medicineBasic & Clinical Biostatistics, Fifth Edition has been updated throughout to deliver a comprehensive, timely introduction to biostatistics and epidemiology as applied to medicine, clinical practice, and research. The book features "Presenting Problems" (case studies) drawn from studies published in the medical literature, end-of-chapter exercises, and a reorganization of content to reflect the way investigators ask research questions. To facilitate learning chapters contain a set of key concepts to orient the reader to the important ideas discussed in the chapter. An icon will be displayed above key points in the chapter where the concept is discussed.Features:.Key components include a chapter on survey research and expanded discussion of logistic regression, the Cox model, and other multivariate statistical methods.Extensive examples illustrate statistical methods and design issues .Updated examples and software references .Expanded coverage of data visualization, including content on visual perception and discussion of tools such as Tableau, Qlik and MS Power BI.New chapter consolidates all sections on Sampling into one.New material on registries (cancer, etc.) .Updated content, examples, and data sets throughout.

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.The world-renowned experts at JAMA® explain statistical analysis and the methods used in medical research Written in the language and style appropriate for clinicians and researchers, this new JAMA Guide to Statistics and Methods provides explanations and expert discussion of the statistical analytic approaches and methods used in the medical research reported in articles appearing in JAMA and the JAMA Network journals. This addition to the JAMAevidence® series is particularly timely and necessary because today's physicians and other health care professionals must pursue lifelong learning to keep up with the ever-expanding universe of new medical science and evidence-based clinical information. Readers and users of research articles must have a firm grasp of the myriad new statistical, analytic, and methodologic approaches used in contemporary medical studies. To provide concrete examples, the explanations in the book link to research articles that incorporate the specific statistical test or methodological approach being discussed.

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Grow your wealth and invest with confidence and know-how using this simple, ten-question framework from investing guru and podcast host David Stein You understand the basics of investing. Now it's time to invest like a professional for greater profits. Money for the Rest of Us offers a ten-question template that helps you decide which asset classes and investment vehicles you should pursue in greater depth in order to improve investment performance and avoid costly mistakes. Providing a templated framework based on ten basic questions, it guides you through the process of: .Determining expected return.Understanding the difference between investing, speculating, and gambling.Building a diversified portfolio without getting bogged down in the minutiae of Modern Portfolio Theory.Deciding when to invest in ETFs or other investment vehicles.Determining whether gold, cryptocurrencies, rental real estate, or other types of investments make sense.And much more

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From the leading authorities in their field-the newest, most effective tools for avoiding common pitfalls while maximizing profits through active portfolio managementWhether you're a portfolio managers, financial adviser, or student of investing, this follow-up to the authors' classic work on the subject delivers everything you need to master the concepts and practices of active portfolio management. Advances in Active Portfolio Management brings you up to date on the issues, trends, and challenges in the world of active management and shows how advances in the authors' approach can solve current problems. It includes articles published in top management journals and brand-new material covering: . Dynamic Analyses. Signal Weighting. Implementation Efficiency . Holdings-based attribution. Expected returns. Risk management. Portfolio construction. Fees Written in clear, engaging language, Advances in Active Portfolio Management make complex issues easy to understand and put into practice. It's the one-stop resource you need to succeed in the world of investing today.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Navigate any classroom situation with confidence! As a substitute teacher, you have the powers of a superhero. Who else could teach sixth grade math one day and then transform into a sub for the kindergarten gym instructor the next? What other educator bravely goes into work not knowing what subject or grade he or she will teach that day and still manages a smile? But even superheroes need a little help-that is where this book comes in. The Organized Teacher's Guide to Substitute Teaching is the only guide that gives you the tips and strategies to not only survive a day of strangers but actually create an impact in the classroom.Appropriate for grades kindergarten through eighth, this bible for substitute teachers will get you through the entire school day, even if the regular teacher did not leave lesson plans! Among hundreds of valuable ideas, The Organized Teacher's Guide to Substitute Teaching offers:.A guide to making your own Substitute Teacher Tool Kit, filled with items you will need throughout your day.In-depth information about each grade level so you know what to expect, no matter what class you're assigned.Core curriculum activities, writing assignments, and projects specifically targeted to each grade level.Sponge activities, games, and fillers designed to help you fill the time until class transitions or before the end of the day.Advice on how to keep calm and in control even if students try to test your limits.Accessible interactive online content with ready-to-print templates and worksheets

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The definitive IT auditing resource-thoroughly revised to cover the latest technologies and developmentsThis fully updated guide explains, step by step, how to plan and implement a successful enterprise-wide IT audit program. You will discover how to assemble an effective IT audit team and maximize the value of the IT audit function. New chapters discuss auditing strategies for cybersecurity programs and big data; all existing chapters have been expanded to reflect recent technological developments, including an expanded chapter on auditing cloud computing.Written by a team of experts, IT Auditing: Using Controls to Protect Information Assets, Third Edition offers solid techniques, templates, checklists and forms, explanations of leading-edge tools, and systematic procedures for conducting effective IT audits. Each concept is clearly demonstrated through real-world examples. Standards, frameworks, regulations, and risk management techniques are also covered in this definitive resource.¿Provides a flexible, tested framework to use when performing IT Audits ¿Contains the latest auditing tools along with configuration tips¿Written by industry experts with experience in managing international audits