scholarly journals Exploring the Current Practices and Future Needs of Marine Engineering Education in Bangladesh

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
pp. 1085
Author(s):  
Hasan Mahbub Tusher ◽  
Amit Sharma ◽  
Salman Nazir ◽  
Ziaul Haque Munim
Keyword(s):  
Engineering Education ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
English Language ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Developing Nation ◽  
Future Needs ◽  
Technical Competencies ◽  
The Future ◽  
Marine Engineering ◽  
Marine Engineers

Developing countries, despite being the major suppliers of maritime manpower, lag in their future-proof competence development. This study explores whether the current maritime education and training (MET) practices for marine engineering education in a developing nation are perceived as sufficient by the early-stage marine engineers. The current competence requirements set by the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW’74 as amended) are compared and contrasted against the current MET practices as well as the future needs for remotely controlled autonomous ship operations. Bangladesh, a maritime nation in the Southeast Asia region was selected as a developing nation for this study. An online survey was conducted among early-stage professional marine engineers. The analysis of 62 valid responses revealed that current MET practices are significantly perceived to be satisfactory for acquiring non-technical competencies, such as being proficient in the English language, but are less satisfactory for instilling technical competencies such as of electrical and electronics, knowledge regarding seaworthiness of ships, as well as medical first aid. In addition, the findings highlight the perceived gaps in existing marine engineering education as well as the need for future studies focused on re-training the future maritime workforce that could potentially improve MET strategies and practices in the developing nations.

The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers and the Conquest of Innerspace

1970 ◽  
Vol 7 (01) ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
E. M. MacCutcheon
Keyword(s):  
International Collaboration ◽  
Advisory Group ◽  
Ocean Engineering ◽  
Naval Architecture ◽  
Engineering Problems ◽  
The Future ◽  
Marine Engineering ◽  
And Control ◽  
Marine Engineers

National planners are developing programs for surveying and exploiting the oceans. A decade of international collaboration is contemplated for the 1970's. The focus is on exploitation as contrasted to research, so the major problems will be engineering problems. The disciplines of naval architecture and marine engineering, and the technologies of ship designing, shipbuilding and ship operating will feature in this future national-international exploitation of the world's oceans. The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers has espoused the broader domain of ocean engineering for the future scope of the Society's activities. Policies and plans have been completed. Problem areas and possible SNAME activities have been identified and assigned for action. An Ocean Engineering Advisory Group has been operating for two years in carrying out this work and will continue to maintain and control an active SNAME participation in ocean engineering. This paper summarizes the aforementioned plans and activities and mentions 19 interesting ocean engineering focal projects which might be useful to advance our capabilities for exploitation of the ocean resources.

scholarly journals How much and what kind of vocabulary do marine engineers need for adequate comprehension of ship instruction books and manuals?

2021 ◽  
Vol 88 ◽  
pp. 123-134
Author(s):  
Zorica Đurović ◽  
Milica Vuković-Stamatović ◽  
Miroslav Vukičević
Keyword(s):  
English Language ◽  
Word List ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Important Research ◽  
Adequate Understanding ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
English Language Teachers ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Marine Engineering ◽  
Marine Engineers

Considering the importance of adequate understanding of instruction books and manuals on board vessels all over the world, as well as the challenges it imposes to the English language teachers and course designers, this paper aims to answer important research questions in relation to the quantity and type of vocabulary required for their adequate reading comprehension. In this study we use the method of Lexical Frequency Profiling and the software developed by Anthony Laurence – AntWordProfiler 1.4.0w. The corpus is comprised of 1,769,821 running words obtained from instruction books and manuals of various ship and machinery types. The results of this study point to the high technicality and lexical demand of the corpus, which calls for a highly technical English courses’ design and further research in marine engineering (English) vocabulary. Additionally, the research findings point to the need of creating a marine engineering-specific word list.

Architect–client relationship and value addition in private residential projects

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akash Angral
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Revealed Preferences ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Fee Structure ◽  
Client Relationship ◽  
The Future ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Residential Projects

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to contextualise the architect–client relationship and evaluate the factors responsible for its deterioration, and then define the impact of these factors on the future needs of architects and clients, including how such knowledge can help emerging architects to develop an understanding of the profession at an early stage. It will attempt to reveal new insights and build consensus around issues, such as functionality and aesthetics, per cent-based fee structure, conflict of interest amongst architects, contractors and clients. Design/methodology/approach A combination of qualitative online survey, semi-structured interviews and online focus group discussions under the comprehensive umbrella of the case study method has been used to construct a pragmatic framework. The data collection was focused on revealed preferences rather than stated preferences, in terms of likes and dislikes, in a standard survey. Findings Overall, this paper strengthens the idea that the predicament of the profession and the marginalisation of architects is due to their detachment from clients. The findings suggest that the fee structure might be a major source of discontent and there is an urgent need for alternative routes of procurement, particularly for private residential clients. While most clients prefer functionality over aesthetics and want architects to be affordable, they are more willing to invest their trust in architects who can deliver from concept to completion. Research limitations/implications The arguments contested in this paper attempt to demystify the dynamics that are at play during the construction stage. It looks at power sharing, responsibilities and silent hierarchies that transpire between architects, clients and contractors, particularly in private residential projects. Originality/value The main recommendation of this paper is that to secure the future of the architecture profession emerging architects need to be trained more in client-centric skills than design-centric aptitude.

Analysis of Language Needs of English Literature Majors: A Non-native Context Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 1210
Author(s):  
Ali Asghar Poorbehzadi ◽  
Mehdi Haseli Songhori
Keyword(s):  
English Language ◽  
English Literature ◽  
English For Academic Purposes ◽  
Future Expectations ◽  
Future Needs ◽  
The Future ◽  
Language Needs ◽  
Native Context ◽  
Senior Students

The present research was conducted to investigate the language needs of English literature students in Iran. In this study two groups of participants filled in the related questionnaires which dealt with the investigation of their language needs. The first group (N=224) was junior and senior students of English literature from Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Razi University of Kermanshah, and Azad University of Kerman. The second group (N=52) was former English literature students who were teachers and/or translators in Kerman and Kermanshah at the time. The second group was chosen to verify if the expectations of the current students as regards their future needs were realistic. The results of the analysis of the data revealed that the current English literature students used English for academic purposes mostly. The most important future function of English language for current English literature students was for teaching purposes. Results revealed that the future expectations of the current English literature students were in accord with reality.

scholarly journals Should I stay or should I go? Global COVID-19 pandemic influence on travel intentions of Bulgarian residents

2021 ◽  
Vol 92 ◽  
pp. 01048
Author(s):  
Ilinka Terziyska ◽  
Elka Dogramadjieva
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Strong Impact ◽  
Travel And Tourism ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Study Results ◽  
The Future ◽  
Tourist Demand ◽  
And Behavior

Research background: The COVID-19 pandemic brought an unparalleled global lockdown and economic paralysis, with the travel and tourism sector being among the worst affected industries worldwide. This situation has set a lot of questions regarding the future of tourism and its re-shaping into a ‘new normality’, among which those referring to anticipated changes in tourist demand and behavior stand out. Such questions are empirical in nature and imply conducting of studies in various contexts in order to identify customers’ perceptions, attitudes, intentions, and real behavior patterns. Purpose of the article: The paper presents results of a recent study of the influence of COVID-19 pandemic on travel intentions of Bulgarian citizens and discusses them in relation to other similar studies conducted in different countries. Methods: The online survey covered 654 respondents and was completed in the period 9-16 April 2020, so the study results outline travel intentions at a relatively early stage of the COVID-19 crisis. Findings & Value added: There was a strong impact of the global pandemic on travel at the time of the research but the findings indicate less significant influence on the respondents’ travel intentions for the future. While some of the outcomes support the generally expected consequences of the COVID-19 crisis, many are quite surprising and challenge existing anticipations for dramatic changes in tourist demand and behavior, at least in regards to Bulgarian customers.

Current Postvention Research and Priorities for the Future

Crisis ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 202-206 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karl Andriessen ◽  
Dolores Angela Castelli Dransart ◽  
Julie Cerel ◽  
Myfanwy Maple
Keyword(s):  
Social Life ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Research Priorities ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Intercultural Collaboration ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Future ◽  
Suicide Bereavement ◽  
Ethical Approval

Abstract. Background: Suicide can have a lasting impact on the social life as well as the physical and mental health of the bereaved. Targeted research is needed to better understand the nature of suicide bereavement and the effectiveness of support. Aims: To take stock of ongoing studies, and to inquire about future research priorities regarding suicide bereavement and postvention. Method: In March 2015, an online survey was widely disseminated in the suicidology community. Results: The questionnaire was accessed 77 times, and 22 records were included in the analysis. The respondents provided valuable information regarding current research projects and recommendations for the future. Limitations: Bearing in mind the modest number of replies, all from respondents in Westernized countries, it is not known how representative the findings are. Conclusion: The survey generated three strategies for future postvention research: increase intercultural collaboration, increase theory-driven research, and build bonds between research and practice. Future surveys should include experiences with obtaining research grants and ethical approval for postvention studies.

On South Sudan, in English. Review of the Books by Peter Martell “First Raise A Flag: How South Sudan Won the Longest War but Lost the Peace” and John Young “South Sudan’s Civil War: Violence, Insurgency and Failed Peacemaking”

2020 ◽  
pp. 109-115
Author(s):  
Anna Sharova
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Civil War ◽  
English Language ◽  
South Sudan ◽  
International Governance ◽  
Refugee Camps ◽  
Graham Greene ◽  
The Future ◽  
Independent Country ◽  
Spot Analysis

Anna Sharova reviews two recent books separately published by two English language authors – P. Martell and J. Young. The books are very different in style and mood. While P. Martell presents an excellent example of British journalist prose in the style of his elder compatriots Somerset Maugham and Graham Greene, who did their reporting and writing from exotic countries during fateful periods of history, J. Young offers a more academic, though no less ‘on the spot’ analysis of the situation in the youngest independent country of Africa. J. Young’s considers two possible approaches to conflict resolution as possible outcomes: non-intervention cum continuation of the war, or the introduction of international governance. P. Martell comes up with a disappointing prediction about the future of South Sudan. The war will go on, the famine will return, and the threat of genocide will not disappear. People will continue to flee the country, and refugee camps will grow. New warring groups will appear, new murders will be committed. Neighbouring states will not stop competing for influence and resources. New peacekeepers will arrive. Warlords will be accused of crimes, but, as before, they will escape punishment, while some will be promoted.

scholarly journals Functions of Career Resilience Against Changes During Working Life in Japan: Focus on Health Condition Changes and Task or Job Changes

SAGE Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 215824402110021
Author(s):  
Makiko Kodama
Keyword(s):  
Social Skills ◽  
Career Development ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Working Life ◽  
Negative Influence ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
The Future ◽  
Simple Slope ◽  
Career Resilience

This study aimed to clarify the role that career resilience plays in preventing inhibition of career development when individuals confront changes during their working life, such as changes in work tasks or health condition. Career resilience consists of five factors: ability to cope with problems, social skills, interest in novelty, optimism about the future, and willingness to help others. In all, 1,000 Japanese company employees completed an online survey. The results showed that optimism about the future and ability to cope with problems exhibited a negative correlation with NPC when confronting changes. The results of simple slope analysis suggested that social skills and ability to cope with problems decreased the negative influence that psychological symptoms caused by changes had on job satisfaction, which was one index of career development. This study underlines the necessity of developing the ability to cope with problems and social skills.

scholarly journals Precautionary Behavior Practices and Psychological Characteristics of COVID-19 Patients and Quarantined Persons

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (11) ◽  
pp. 6070
Author(s):  
Yubin Lee ◽  
Byung-Woo Kim ◽  
Shin-Woo Kim ◽  
Hyunjin Son ◽  
Boyoung Park ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
South Korea ◽  
Emergency Preparedness ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Psychological Characteristics ◽  
Social Solidarity ◽  
Psychological States ◽  
Precautionary Behavior ◽  
Public Health Emergency Preparedness

Background: since the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was first reported in 2019, South Korea has enforced isolation of patients with confirmed cases of COVID-19, as well as quarantine for close contacts of individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 and persons traveling from abroad, in order to contain its spread. Precautionary behavior practices and psychological characteristics of confirmed and quarantined persons were investigated for planning pandemic recovery and preparedness. Methods: this study was conducted with 1716 confirmed patients and quarantined persons in Daegu and Busan, regions where a high number of cases were confirmed during the early stage of the COVID-19 outbreak in South Korea. We collected online survey data from 23 April to 20 May 2020, in Daegu, and 28 April to 27 May 2020, in Busan, in cooperation with Daegu and Busan Infectious Disease Control Centers and public health centers in the regions. COVID-19 symptoms, pre-cautionary behavior practices, psychological states, and the need for improvement in isolation/quarantine environments were examined using an online survey. Results: compared to patients infected with coronavirus, quarantined persons engaged in more hygiene-related behaviors (e.g., hand washing, cough etiquette, and proper mask-wearing) and social distancing. COVID-19 patients had a strong fear of stigma, while quarantined persons had a strong fear of contracting COVID-19. Study participants responded that it was necessary to provide financial support and adequate information during isolation/quarantine. Conclusions: the study highlights the importance of precautionary behavior to prevent COVID-19 infection and the need to provide support (both psychological and financial) to patients and quarantined persons, to reinforce effective communication, social solidarity, and public health emergency preparedness (PHEP) in a pandemic situation.

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