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MEC 516/BME 516/AER 316 Virtual Lab 1: Measurement of Dynamic Viscosity 1. Introduction The objective of this lab is to determine the dynamic viscosity (μ) of a commercial gear oil. The viscosity will be measured at room temperature using two methods: (i) a rotational viscometer and (ii) from the terminal velocity of small spheres falling through the oil. The virtual lab consists of a video titled “ M...

Learning usually involves drawing on the published insights of othersWhy acknowledge sources? Learning usually involves drawing on the published insights of others, whether it is by reading a book, an article, or consulting a website. These sources can provide not only factual information, but also key concepts, ideas, and theories, which will advance your own understanding and help you to engage with a question or topic in a critical and informed way. In contrast to other forms f...

Background InformationStreptolossus particular (SP) is a novel bacterial strain that causes a highly severe disease in adults. (Note that this bacteria is entirely fictional). It results in immunity that we know lasts at least 2 years. In children, infection leads to asymptomatic infection. A vaccine is available for SP (vaccine alpha) which prevents infection. As this is a new bacterial strain, there are limited doses of vaccine alpha. SP is present in country C2 but has yet to be detected i...

Defining the Argument and Discussing Relevant IssuesWrite an essay in response to the following statement:Technological change has deepened globalisation and weakened the relevance of the nation state. Your written response must be grounded in a specific context (that is covered in the course), such as the Covid-19 pandemic, the impact of Big Tech, US-China trade war, or the Smart Nation initiative. If you wish to use a different context, please consult your instructor before proceeding....

Describing the Topic as an Objective or QuestionThe previous chapter developed a generalized research concept. The goal now is to write a specific instance of that generalized concept as a research objective or question. This specific instance becomes the basis for your research statement or problem statement. This chapter helps you generate a document that includes a research objective or question and the motivation for why the research needs to be conducted. The problem statement drills far...

Task 1: Issues that Influence Cybercrime InvestigationThis is an individual assessment comprised of three tasks. Task 1 carries 30%, task 2 carries 50% and task 3 carries 20% of the overall portfolio mark. Tasks 1 and 2 are assessed separately via Canvas.The information on this brief is provided for your reference. Task 1 will assess issues that influence the investigation of cybercrimes and assess your knowledge in the current technological issues in digital forensics. Task 2 will ...

What are myths? What is mythology?Background Class, We are assessing the Icarus myth's lesson/warning , so let's build up our foundation and understanding of myths and mythology. Research: What are myths? What is mythology?  Why do we study myths, and what is their inherent value to our culture? Research: Icarus myth and decipher the lesson/warning(s) the myth provides for our own behavior? Why is this so dangerous? Item Stage II: Research Question and Answer Topic/ Thesis for this...

Task1. Demonstrate the following knowledge and understanding of the nature, prevalence and impact of mental illness. 2. Demonstrate the following skills and abilities Critically analyse the evidence for how the experience of, and interventions for, a specific mental illness impact on those who are affected by it. The assignment will take the form of a 2000 word report related to mental health service user and carer perspectives on living with a mental illness/disorder. The report contents m...

Problem StatementGoogle Play Store team is about to launch a new feature wherein, certain apps that are promising, are boosted in visibility. The boost will manifest in multiple ways including higher priority in recommendations sections (“Similar apps”, “You might also like”, “New and updated games”). These will also get a boost in search results visibility.  This feature will help bring more attention to newer apps that have the potential. Analys...

Wells' vision of the future of humanityBelow are three quotes from H. G. Wells’s The Time Machine.  Select one and analyse it.  Like your previous exercises you are dealing with a primary source.  However, in this case the primary source is a novel, a work of fiction.   1) The great triumph of Humanity I had dreamed of took a different shape in my mind. It had been no such triumph of moral education and general co-operation as...