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Transportation Multimodal Systems Manual.pdf

Purpose of this manual is to issue the Transportation Multimodal Systems Manual. This manual is contained in the Planning and Programming Collection of the TxDOT Online Manual System.

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Soft Skills for Public Managers - Handbook on Communication Skills.pdf

August 19, 2009 · Filed Under Self Improvement · Comment  · Tags: , ,

Taken from ‘Understanding Communication’: Communication is a significant part of a manager’s job. In today’s team-oriented workplace, the development of good interpersonal communication skills is an important key to success. To build the competence and commitment of employees, a manager has to communicate effectively. Through effective communication, a manager can mobilize the employees behind an organization’s vision and inspire a conscious and concerted team effort to attain the vision. The pay-off of effective communication are: A more professional image; Improved self-confidence; Improved relationships; Less stress ; Greater acceptance by others

Hydraulic Design Manual.pdf

Taken from introduction: The hydraulic design or analysis of highway drainage facilities usually involves a general procedure that is essentially the same for each case. Some of the basic components inherent in the design or analysis of any highway drainage facility include data, surveys of existing characteristics, estimates of future characteristics, engineering design criteria, discharge estimates, structure requirements and constraints, and receiving facilities.
Time, expense, focus, and completeness of the design or analysis process should all be commensurate with the relative importance of the facility, that is, its cost, level of use, public safety, and similar factors. These aspects of the design process are often subjective. The funding or time constraints associated with any engineered project often are determining factors in the designer’s involvement.

Mining Industry Research Handbook.pdf

August 4, 2009 · Filed Under Mining Engineering · Comment  · Tags: , ,

Taken from Editorial: This Mining Industry Research Handbook comprises the results of the work of the European Thematic Network NESMI, the Network on European Sustainable Minerals Industries. A total of 43 members and about 70 so-called associated members (partners not receiving any funding) worked together for 3 years from April 1st 2002 until March 31st 2005. Their main objective was to concentrate forces in the European mining and processing fields in order to make a significant step forward towards sustainable raw material supply in Europe.

Biodiesel Safety and Best Management Practices for Small-Scale Noncommercial Use and Production.pdf

July 18, 2009 · Filed Under Agricultural Engineering · Comment  · Tags: , , ,

Taken from Introduction: The objective of this publication is to review some of the accepted practices associated with small-scale biodiesel production to make it a safe, environmentally sound practice that generates a quality product. Prospective biodiesel producers are also encouraged to use this information as they decide whether or not to begin making biodiesel. For the preparation of this document, we have solicited input from a variety of experts including chemists, agronomists, environmental engineers, regulators, and educators in the field of small-scale biodiesel production and use. Please note that this booklet provides references to state regulations for Pennsylvania; biodiesel producers in other states are encouraged to check with their state regulators to ensure that they are in compliance with all regulations. A glossary is provided at the end of the booklet which defines terms used throughout the publication.