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Computer networks are at the foundation of Information and Communication Technology. A good understanding of the main elements and functions of computer networks is therefore crucial. This program provides a comprehensive overview of the world of networks, wireless LANs and mobile devices, key hardware and software components, wired and wireless protocols, the strengths and limitations of wired and wireless, and network security. Perfect for senior secondary TAFE and tertiary students in the fields of Information Technology and business, it is also suited to business professionals wanting a better understanding of computer networks.
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To understand whether or not a vehicle is functioning properly and determine its potential problems, a service provider now has to understand computers. This video offers guidance in the complex workings of a car's nerve center and the sensors that bring information, from mass air flow to engine coolant temperature, into an automotive computer system. Viewers can sharpen their skills and knowledge in interpreting real-time scan tool readings for cars that often boast over 50 microprocessors. Examples of modules that technicians frequently deal with are shown as the video discusses OBD II procedures and a variety of sensors, such as those for throttle position, heated oxygen, manifold absolute pressure, intake air temperature, and more.
This program begins by discussing different types of computers and then guides students to explore computer hardware, such as input and output devices, internal components and storage devices. The presentation includes the processes of creating, installing, and updating software, as well as providing solutions to software installation problems. Furthermore, students gain knowledge of how to select, set up and maintain a computer.
January 17, 1995: a massive earthquake hits Kobe, Japan, trapping thousands in collapsed buildings. Conventional search-and-rescue operations prove inadequate, and in the months and years that follow, a new wave of research and development in automated crisis-response technology occurs. But the robotics craze that sweeps Japan as it enters the 21st century springs from more than just the tragic quake. It also reflects the rich culture of manga comics and Japanese science fiction and the pride the Asian nation has taken for decades in creating and building high-tech products. This film explores how and why Japan has become a leader¡Xperhaps the world leader¡Xin humanoid robot technology. Viewers learn about ROBO-ONE, an annual event that is both a design competition and a gladiatorial showdown; the HRP Project, an ongoing robotics study completely supported by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry; and the incorporation of robots into daily Japanese life, from customer service to mall security.
DVD (Portions with English subtitles) / 2012 / 59 minutes
More than 800 billion gigabytes of information is used globally every year. This inconceivably large volume of data must all be stored, retrieved, displayed and used. Featuring case studies of national job search website Seek and the development of a standardised data management system for the Australian aviation industry, this program provides a comprehensive examination of the complex issues surrounding ethical storage and use of data. It discusses critical issues surrounding: data collection and accuracy of data entry, regulations and privacy concerns, the importance of backups, the emerging trend towards cloud computing, transmission and display, and interpretation and use of data.
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In this program we follow the iPod and iPad development team at Bjango Software as we examine the management and development of a complex ICT project. We follow through the stages of a project's life cycle, from conception and planning, to building and testing, and finally implementing and evaluating the finished product. Along the way we look at the personnel, procedures, techniques, tools, and methodologies used, together with the social and ethical impacts. We see the tools of project management, such as Gantt charts, collaborative software, systems analysis and planning tools, and the all important formal documentation. An essential overview of ICT project management.
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This program is a practical introduction to the technology and techniques behind the scenes of modern multimedia. Through case studies of two interactive software developers, we describe the hardware and software used for multimedia, with basic explanations of how the technology works. File formats used for presentations and the use of codecs to process and store these files is demonstrated, together with a brief overview of the software used to plan, capture, edit and display multimedia. We conclude with an examination of content sharing, virality, and the social and ethical implications of current multimedia technology.
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Maintaining and developing new and existing technologies requires the use of solid problem solving techniques. In this program, we explain the system of problem solving methodologies that have been devised to assist people in creating technological solutions. Presented using real-life examples with an emphasis on fulfilling customer needs, this program clearly highlights the advantages of following a logical approach when solving a problem. From designing, developing and testing, through to implementation, evaluation, and reporting on the outcomes, this program will ensure viewers approach problem solving using a proven strategic method.
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"Desktop Publishing" is the term commonly used to describe the use of a personal computer to perform publishing tasks. In this program we visit Bridal magazine publishing company Media Ink, to discover how various ICT practices are employed in the production of their popular publication. We see how Media Ink utilise specialist software packages including Adobe Creative Suite and Quark, highlighting many processes that can be emulated by the home-user. We also simplify the complex options that are available to designers for commercial printing. A clear yet detailed explanation of the desktop publishing process that will inspire viewers to create their own digital masterpieces.
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Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is integrated into all levels of the 21st-century workplace. Word processing, computerised spreadsheets, email communication and web-based research are just some of the tasks performed every day. In this program, various employees demonstrate the skills required to be competent in their positions, including using computers effectively in an office, researching a business project, presenting information, types of digital documents, and the use of spreadsheets and databases for decision making and data storage. Understanding the basics will equip viewers with the knowledge and skills essential for work in the modern workplace.
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Can we trust the robots of the future? Innovation Nation explores the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence, taking us into labs and workshops where innovators teach robots to perceive, think, and move just like human beings.
How will we communicate in tomorrow's world? As we become more digitally connected, at ever increasing speeds, new technologies seek to transform the way we interact with one another and our environment. Innovation Nation looks at the brave new world of augmented reality, robotic tele-presence, and technologies that can only exist in a future filled with 4G ultra-broadband.
Will robots replace humans? Revolutionary new machines are being designed and built for the workplace of tomorrow. Along with visiting robotic labs around the world, Innovation Nation explores robot-human psychology and tests out an exo-skeleton, a robot that you can strap on and wear.
In the modern world of Google, Wikipedia, and Facebook, the Internet has transformed and arguably enhanced our lives. Accessing the Internet has become easier, however understanding our rights and responsibilities are often challenging. 'Internet Ethics and Young People' focuses on key issues that young people often don't fully understand when they connect to the world wide web, including acceptable Internet use, online stealing, online etiquette, and Internet safety. The program also encourages viewers to participate in the ethics debate, and to fully understand that their actions online can cause significant consequences both now, and in the future.
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In many learning environments we have an abundance of resources at the tip of our fingertips and are constantly bombarded by numerous amounts of information. How best can we as individuals organise all this information, ensuring a great result? In this program we are introduced to Microsoft OneNote, a powerful application that can be used in the classroom for content creation, management and sharing. It provides demonstrations of key OneNote features including, how to create new pages and templates, inputting information, the handwriting function, recording audio and video, and how to cut and paste. Viewers already using OneNote will find this an excellent overview of the application.
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Wikis and blogs are becoming increasingly available on the Internet for anyone to read or create their own. They are also increasingly being used as teaching tools in the classroom. In this program, we discuss what wikis and blogs are and the differences between them. Students and teachers alike will see how these tools can be used in education, through various examples of use in the classroom. Viewers also meet the CEO and founder of edublogs.com, John Farmer, who demonstrates how easy it is to create your very own wikis and blogs. This is a fascinating look at how incorporating these online teaching and learning tools can enhance and encourage participation in any classroom.
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It's probably not immediately obvious to the average person, but moderate to heavy computer use brings with it a number of areas of risk when it comes to health and safety. This Australian-made, curriculum fit program explains a wide range of aspects of health and safety in the use of ICT - including ergonomic chairs, the positioning of furniture and computer hardware, use of keyboard and mouse, posture, the need for breaks, and includes a range of exercises designed to prevent injury. Expert comments from Stuart Capel, OHS Officer from Aviva, address key areas relating to health and safety in ICT at home, at school and at work. This program is especially useful in helping to place personal health and safety uppermost in the minds of all computer users.
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Search engines have become a major tool for anyone seeking information of just about any type on the internet. Understanding how search engines work and how best to use them as powerful research tools is essential in order to maximize the benefits of internet research. This Australian-made, curriculum fit program examines internet research, with a particular focus on the world's most commonly used search engine, Google. With expert comments from Michael Tancredi, co-founder of the Australian search engine Web Wombat and Peter Benda and Justin Zobel from Melbourne University, the program looks at how search engines work, the risks and potential problems in the use of search engines, verifying information, and emerging developments in searching and internet use.
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Computers are an integral part of everyday life, governing almost every aspect of our world today. But how do these powerful and complex machines actually work? In this Australian-made, curriculum fit program we travel Inside a Computer to see exactly how computers work, and discover all about their history, language and technical components. Explained in clear, accessible terms, this program is suitable for novice and experienced users alike and covers everything from CPUs to peripherals, from the mouse to RAM. This is an engaging and comprehensive program for every student who needs to understand just how computers work.
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This program uncovers the innovations that are expanding this process beyond robotic resistance spot welding and arc welding. We examine how more high-volume manufacturers of vehicle structures are using laser and hybrid welding to make fast, reliable welds.
The use of automation by large manufacturers has been well documented over the years, but what about automation at small- and medium-sized companies? Viewers of this program will learn how automation decisions were made at three smaller manufacturers, covering issues in automation justification, planning, implementation, training, and safety.
Go inside Factory Five Racing, Supreme Corporation, and Peterson Manufacturing to see how these shops automated specific material-removal and assembly processes, using the most flexible of automation systems with either the help of a robotics integrator or by acting as their own integrator. The case studies showcased in this in-depth program show you that automation decisions depend heavily on product type, variety, volume and on a shop's capabilities and culture.
Affordable Automation program is specifically designed for:
Small- to medium-sized job shop owners
Production designers
Corporate trainers
Automation consultants
Educators and students
Manufacturing supervisors
Production personnel
And any leader who has considered and/or implemented automation in their facility
Mistakes in production can drive away customers and cost you time and money to fix them. Error proofing systems that use machine vision can spot these problems before they reach the customer. This program will show you how. Machine Vision can be used to solve a diverse set of application challenges, faster and at a lower cost.
This new program written by renowned industry expert Nello Zuech, showcases three different approaches and the challenges they faced and the solutions they developed as they rolled out machine vision in their plants.
This program can offer a video that will take you inside BorgWarner, Ford Motor Company and Gold Kist to provide an in-depth exploration of practical machine vision applications for viewers.
This is the program for you if you are a:
Quality engineer who would like to see error proofing in action
A manufacturing engineer involved in automation
A process engineer who is developing a new production line
Reverse Engineering offers more than a tool for copying designs. This new program fintroduces you to a broad range of innovative applications that include visualization, documentation, design, analysis and inspection.
Written by industry expert Todd Grimm, "Reverse Engineering: 3D Capture" covers both laser and white light scanners and offers a discussion of their benefits as well as their limitations over portable and stationary CMM's.
Plus, only program can offer a video that will take you inside Roush Manufacturing, U.S. Army, Realadi, GKS Inspection Services, and Direct Dimensions to provide practical applications for anyone that needs to capture the physical world in a 3D, digital form.
A complementary tool for designers, engineers, machinist, molders and quality inspectors, this program shows you how 3D data capture is applied. Hear real-world case studies from industry experts that illustrate:
How 3D digital data is collected
How full size intricate designs can be created from less than ?-sized models
How an entire fuselage from a Columbia Aircraft was reverse engineered to verify tooling
How the rear spoiler was made to fit the Roush Mustang
Interviews with Masao Kawase, Robot Design Engineer, Toyota Group, Japan. Interviews and Edited by Professor Paul G. Ranky
This electronic publication is a professional quality DVD of the humanoid showcase presentation by Toyota in Japan and the iUnit in the USA. Toyota's Humanoid 2-Legged Walking Robots, Music Playing Legged and Wheeled Robots, the iUnit, a Single Passenger Reconfigurable Vehicle, and iFoot, the Human Controlled Mountable Transportation and the Walking Robot is presented. As in the interview, Masao Kawase, Robot Design Engineer, Toyota Group, Japan, explains, the iUnit is a form of personal mobility, that intends to offer individuals freedom of mobility. Toyota's concept with the showcase you have just seen is to offer expanded human abilities. Toyota believes, that movement brings us new sensations, discoveries and acquaintances, enabling individuals to lead fuller lives.
This publication illustrates some amazing, hi-tech prototypes, as well as marketing methods.
An Interview with Gregory R. Hudas, PhD, Research Engineer, Automotive Research Team, National Automotive Center, (RDECOM), Warren, Michigan, USA. Interviews and Edited by Professor Paul G. Ranky
This electronic publication is a professional quality DVD focusing on the design engineering aspects of special purpose, mobile robots and applications.
Harry T. Roman, Inventor & Consultant, Holder of Nine USA / International Patents. Interviews and Edited by Professor Paul G. Ranky
This electronic publication is a professional quality DVD presentation by Harry T. Roman. Tested on many undergraduate and graduate students and professionals in the USA and in the UK, is an excellent introduction to service robotics principles, requirements, design challenges, applications, and practical examples.
This electronic publication is a professional quality DVD presentation of lean, flexible, agile and reconfigurable robot cell designs by Terry O'Connell, Vice President, Genesis Systems Group, USA. The discussion topics and application examples include lean cell design principles and examples, the role of sensors in cells, robotic handling, tooling and welding, as well as other computer controlled, advanced processes.
This electronic publication is a professional quality DVD presentation by the Hong Kong PolyU - Industrial Centre professional staff. Tested on many undergraduate and graduate students and professionals in the USA and in the UK, is an excellent introduction to some rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing principles, technologies, requirements, design challenges, applications, and practical examples.
It discusses some of the basic principles of rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing, methods, tools and technologies with several industrial and research case studies explained and demonstrated by the Hong Kong PolyU - Industrial Centre professional staff in professional laboratories, using state-of-the art technologies and machines.
Robots are now being used in a variety of industrial settings to complete repetitive and sometimes dangerous work. In this program, viewers are introduced to robotics fundamentals including the identification of robotic parts and the capabilities of various robots being used in industry. Viewers also see several examples of industrial robots, microcomputer controllers, robot control programs, and sensing systems. It's a great introduction to the basics of robotics technology!
The use of fiber optic technology continues to change the way we live today. This program demonstrates the various ways it has been incorporated into our everyday surroundings, and how it may be used in the future. Beginning with a history of fiber optics development, the program then goes on to describe the basic principles of light and how it interacts with matter. Building on this understanding, the program then defines the requirements of a fiber optic communications system. Important terms such as attenuation, photons, and refractive index are explained in detail, alongside colorful graphics which demonstrate major concepts. Finally, the program explores the use of Fiber Optic Trainers in classroom settings, which allow viewers to transmit radio, analog, and digital signals, and experiment with sensor applications. This is a great introduction to the ever -expanding field of fiber optics.
This program begins with a history of the development of laser technology, from the theories of Einstein to the first working laser built in 1960. It continues with a look at how laser light differs from normal white light and uses graphics to explain key concepts. Using computer animation, it then points out the various parts of a laser and how a laser system works. Finally, it examines the use of lasers in a variety of everyday situations, from grocery store scanners to construction trade applications.
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Selected as the "Best Educational Video" by Video Maker Magazine.
The field of robotics continues to grow as we find more and more practical applications for this technology. This video introduces viewers to the history of robotics development, from the early mechanical toys built by the ancient Chinese to the wide array of industrial robots used in the manufacturing industry. It also takes a look at how our perceptions of robots in sci-fi movies and other entertainment media have actually helped shape the way we use robotics today.