IEEE-KC Electronic NL, 10 August 2006
In this issue:
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- August Dinner Meeting
- October Dinner Meeting
- September Dinner Meeting
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- November Dinner Meeting
- SWMO Subsection Meetings
- Thought for the Day
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1. August Dinner Meeting
Thursday, August 17, 2006
Sponsored by the Computer Society, Kansas City Chapter
Menu: (Note your choice when you register.)
- Crisp Romaine Striped With Grilled Chicken, Avocado, Tomato,
Green Onion, Boiled Egg And Bleu Cheese
- Vegetarian Option: Cobb salad without grilled chicken.
- Gluten-free meal: Same as entrée.
Program: “Project Management Methodology according to Project
Management Body of Knowledge (IEEE Std 1490-2003)”
The talk would be an advanced introduction to the formal project
management principles and methodologies with insights into the PMP
certification as well.
Delivered By – Himanshu Gupta, PMP
Bio: Himanshu holds a Masters degree in Computer Science from UMKC.
He is a Project Management Professional and holds other Microsoft
certifications like MCSE and MCP+I. He was General Secretary at UMKC
IEEE Chapter and Vice Chair for UMKC ACM Chapter.
Location: Wyndham Garden Hotel, I-435 & Metcalf
Ave, Overland Park, KS.
Ph: (913) 383-2550.
Dir: Exit I-435 Metcalf Ave N. Go 1/4 km to 107th St.
Turn right. Take immed. right @ BP. Go 100 meters; hotel is on your
left.
Times: No-Host Social Hour: 5:30 - 6:00 PM
Dinner Hour: 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Program: 7:30 - 8:30PM
Charge: Dinner $25/20* for members & guests, students $15.
No charge for presentation.
*The second price reflects your registration discount, if you register
by the deadline.
Dinner reservation deadline is noon on Monday, August 14.
The cash bar at mealtime now offers added variety to your beverage
options:
- House Wine $4.00
- Domestic Beer $3.50
- Imported Beer $4.00
- Bottled Water $2.50
- Soft Drinks $2.00
Register: august @ ieee-kc.org.
Note your name, daytime phone #, meal selection, and the names of those in your party.
Each meeting provides one hour of
professional development.
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2. October Dinner Meeting
Thursday, October 19, 2006
Sponsored by the Power Engineering Society, Kansas City Chapter
Menu: (Note your choice when you register.) Chicken Teriyaki
- Sweet chicken teriyaki with fried rice and
fresh sautéed vegetables
- Vegetarian option: Sautéed vegetables served over chow mien.
- Gluten-free: Entrée with double vegetables and no rice.
Program: Lightning, Wind, and Squirrels: Factors That Cause
Power Outages
Continuous electric supply is essential for modern living. Any
interruption in availability of electricity causes major disruption in
people’s lives. Although the reliability of electric supply is very high
in the USA, people and utilities would like it to be even better.
However, it is impossible to avoid interruptions. Humans cause some
interruptions, but a large number of them are due to natural causes,
such as weather and wild life. This presentation will examine the
effects of lightning, wind, and squirrels on the electricity
distribution system of Manhattan, Kansas. Basic concepts of distribution
system design and reliability will be discussed.
Indices commonly used by industry to track reliability of electricity
distribution system will be presented. Finally, the speaker will share
his experience in applying probabilistic models to study the impact of
lighting, wind, and squirrels on power outages.
Anil Pahwa is Professor and Interim Head of Electrical and Computer
at Kansas State University. He received the Ph.D. degree in Electrical
Engineering from Texas A&M University in 1983. Dr. Pahwa is a Fellow of
IEEE.
Location: Wyndham Garden Hotel, I-435 & Metcalf
Ave, Overland Park, KS.
Ph: (913) 383-2550.
Dir: Exit I-435 Metcalf Ave N. Go 1/4 km to 107th St.
Turn right. Take immed. right @ BP. Go 100 meters; hotel is on your
left.
Times: No-Host Social Hour: 5:30 - 6:00 PM
Dinner Hour: 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Program: 7:30 - 8:30PM
Charge: Dinner $25/20* for members & guests, students $15.
No charge for presentation.
*The second price reflects your registration discount, if you register
by the deadline.
Dinner reservation deadline is noon on Monday, October 16.
The cash bar at mealtime now offers added variety to your beverage
options:
- House Wine $4.00
- Domestic Beer $3.50
- Imported Beer $4.00
- Bottled Water $2.50
- Soft Drinks $2.00
Register: october @ ieee-kc.org.
Note your name, daytime phone #, meal selection, and the names of those in your party.
Each meeting provides one hour of
professional development.
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** NO-SHOWS WILL BE BILLED FOR UNPAID RESERVATIONS. **
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3. September Dinner Meeting
Thursday, September 21, 2006
Sponsored by the Communications Society, Kansas City Chapter
For information, contact Shiva Narayanabhatla
Narayanabhatla.Shiva @ mail.sprint.com
913-794-4495
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3. November Dinner Meeting
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Sponsored by G.O.L.D., Kansas City ChapterFor information,
contact
Chris Zugelder
zugelder @ ieee.org |
5. Southwest Missouri Subsection Meetings
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Thursday, September 14, 2006
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Thursday, November 9, 2006
All of these meetings will be held at the Café
Restaurant, 3527 W. Kearney St., Springfield, Missouri (Dinner 6:00pm,
Program 7:00pm).
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6. Thought for the Day
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Technology marches relentlessly forward. Are you marching in step? |
Wishing you the best,
Mark Lamendola
IEEE-KC Publications Officer |
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