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Modiwlau cwrs WW38 | BA/MUSCW
BA Music and Creative Writing
Modiwlau Blwyddyn 1
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20 credyd allan o:
- WXM-1300: Music since 1850 (20) (Semester 1) neu
WXC-1300: Cerddoriaeth Ers 1850 (20) (Semester 1)
- WXM-1301: Music 1550 -1850 (20) (Semester 2) neu
WXC-1301: Cerddoriaeth 1550 - 1850 (20) (Semester 2)
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60 credyd allan o:
- QXP-1001: Creative Writing: Prose (20) (Semester 1 + 2) This module, compulsory for creative writing students, introduces you to a wide range of creative prose-writing, both fictional and documentary and you will examine creative techniques used in short stories, autobiography, memoir, travel-writing, critical essays/literary reviews and play-scripts. It will include practical sessions in which students will begin to produce their own work in these genres, and group discussion of students' work in progress. We will discuss the ways in which these genres are distinct from one another and yet share certain features and may in fact be merged by deliberate techniques of hybridisation. We will ask such questions as how a writer of fiction handles the transformation of personal experience as compared to the writer of memoirs. Can imaginative, speculative biographies enhance rather than falsify our knowledge of their subjects? How do writers tackle the adaptation of their work from one medium to another? As well as examining, from the practitioner's point of view, texts by leading authors and critics, you will be encouraged to work independently on your own material, helped by writing-exercises and longer-term assignments designed to stimulate ideas and sharpen technique. You will be encouraged to present your work for class discussion and, by receiving and giving feedback in a supportive atmosphere, you will develop your skills as a close reader and an articulate critic.
- UXS-1001: Intro to Practical Journalism (20) (Semester 1) The Basics of Writing a News Story; How to write Intros, Drop Intros, Lively Intros; What makes a good news story?; Where do stories come from?; How to build a contacts book; How to conduct an interview; Writing for TV and Radio; Colour and Feature Writing; An Introduction to Shorthand; How to deal with breaking news.neu
UXC-1001: Cyfl. i Newyddiaduraeth Ymarf. (20) (Semester 1)Hanfodion ysgrifennu straeon newyddion; Sut i ysgrifennu Intros, Drop Intros, ac Intros Bywiog; Beth sy'n gwneud stori dda?; O le mae straeon yn dod?; Sut i greu llyfr contacts; Sut i gynnal cyfweliad; Ysgrifennu ar gyfer teledu a radio; Ysgrifennu erthyglau nodwedd; Cyflwyniad i llawfer; Ymdopi â newyddion sy'n torri.
- QXP-1003: Creative Writing: Poetry (20) (Semester 1 + 2) This module, compulsory for creative writing students, introduces you to the range of forms available to the poet in the twenty-first century. You will read a variety of poetry and respond through producing your own poems. You will be asked to work in a variety of forms and to justify your reasons for choosing them. The module will demonstrate the ways in which poetry is an art form particularly well suited to expressing the experience of contemporary everyday life. We will also look at connections between poetry and music and the visual arts as well as the impact of digital technologies. Poetry will be presented both in the written and spoken form, and students will be encouraged to consider the performance of poetry both in class and by attending and reviewing recommended evening poetry readings by leading poets. .
- QXE-1013: Reading, Thinking, Writing (20) (Semester 1) The course will include analytical reading of drama, prose, poetry and film in English from the medieval period to the present era; an introduction to critical and theoretical approaches to the reading of literature; integration of close textual study and critical/theoretical approaches, as the foundation for all other modules in the School; practical development of skills of literary commentary, essay writing, and critical discussion.
- UXS-1017: Writing Across Media (20) (Semester 1) In "Creating Narratives" you will have the opportunity to investigate, and participate in, a variety of creative activites relating to the production of fiction. You will be able to develop an awareness of issues connected with the writing and consumption of fiction (e.g.creative, cultural and technological issues), and discover how cultural norms and assumptions, and individually writerly actions, influence fiction writing choice and fiction readerships. You will look at contemporary fiction writing around the world in a variety of media, and consider the role of publishers and readers in the creative process.
- UXS-1024: Introduction to Screenwriting (20) (Semester 2) This module is an introduction to the basic underlying principles of screenwriting. It introduces students to key features of writing for film, and assesses them on their analyses of the screenplay form, plus the writing of a screenplay and treatment, and the pitching of an original concept. Students will primarily focus on writing for the short film format in order to facilitate their assessed short film screenplay assignment. Lectures will deliver various aspects of screenwriting, broken down week-by-week so that students can digest specific aspects of the craft of screenwriting. These include script formatting, style, structure, genre, plotting, characterisation and dialogue. Students will also learn how to present their work in the form of industry treatments and outlines, as well as techniques for outlining a concept orally, in the form of a film pitch. Students will be encouraged to develop professional writing habits and to give and receive critically constructive comment and advice. Seminar time will be spent discussing aspects of screenwriting, screened short films, as well as providing an opportunity for students to carry out creative screenwriting tasks in groups. Students will also be encouraged to critically peer evaluate the work of their cohort, and to analyse published screenplays, applying knowledge gained in the lecture. Students will also be required to read portions of screenplay extracts from published work prior to the seminars and lectures (uploaded to Blackboard) in order to analyse them during the seminars.
40 credyd allan o:
- WXM-1004: Intro - Harmony & Counterpoint (20) (Semester 1) This module aims to develop students' understanding of the elements of musical language – melody, harmony, counterpoint, rhythm – through the study of compositional practice in the late Renaissance and Baroque periods. Students work through a course of study which will develop aural skills, score reading and analytical skills, creativity, and a thorough understanding of the parameters for the construction of music during the periods in question. This module is intended for those students who little or no prior knowledge of harmonic principles. Students with some prior experience (e.g. those who have done chorale harmonization as part of A-Levels or equivalent) will be encouraged to register for WXM1008. Please note: WXM1004 and 1008 both cover effectively the same material in both semesters; in semester 2, both groups are taught together; in semester 1 WXM1004 covers similar ground as WXM1008, but at a slower pace (hence the doubled contact hours).neu
WXC-1004: Cyflwyniad Harmoni/Gwrthbwynt (20) (Semester 1)Bwriad y modiwl hwn yw datblygu dealltwriaeth myfyrwyr o elfennau ieithwedd gerddorol – alaw, harmoni, gwrthbwynt, rhythm – trwy astudio'r arfer a oedd yn gyffredin i gyfansoddwyr yn ystod cyfnod y Dadeni Hwyr a'r Baróc. Mae myfyrwyr yn gweithio trwy gwrs o astudiaeth a fydd yn datblygu medrau sain glust, darllen sgorau, a medrau dadansoddol, creadigrwydd a dealltwriaeth o'r paramedrau a osodai'r sylfeini ar gyfer creu cerddoriaeth yn ystod y cyfnod dan sylw. Bwriedir y modiwl hwn ar gyfer y myfyrwyr hynny sydd â phrofiad cyfyngedig o egwyddorion harmonig. Anogir myfyrwyr mwy profiadol (e.e. y rhai sydd wedi astudio cydgordio corâl fel rhan o Lefel-A) i gofrestru ar gyfer WXC1008 yn lle hwn.
- WXK-1010: Sonic Art (20) (Semester 1) neu
WXC-1010: Celfyddyd Sonig (20) (Semester 1)
- WXK-1011: Composition Year 1 (20) (Semester 2) This course will introduce students to some of the compositional techniques used in the twentieth and twenty first centuries and show how harmony, rhythm, structure, instrumentation and pitch have evolved, presenting students with the basic tools for composition. The first half of the course will look at these techniques in relation to a number of important musical styles that evolved during the twentieth century. The course will also consider individual instruments and their particular characteristics, in addition to vocal writing. Students are then encouraged to try out these techniques in exercises and assignments, which will be set throughout the course..neu
WXC-1011: Cyfansoddi Blwyddyn 1 (20) (Semester 2)Bydd y cwrs hwn yn cyflwyno'r myfyriwr i rai o'r technegau cyfansoddi a ddefnyddiwyd yn yr 20fed ganrif, gan ddangos sut mae harmoni, rhythm, adeiledd, offeryniaeth a thraw wedi datblygu. Rhoddir y cyfryngau sylfaenol i'r myfyrwyr ar gyfer cyfansoddi. Bydd y cwrs hefyd yn ystyried offerynnau penodol a'u nodweddion arbennig, yn ogystal ag ysgrifennu ar gyfer y llais. Yna anogir y myfyrwyr i roi cynnig ar y technegau yn eu cyfansoddiadau hwy eu hunain.
- WXP-1016: Solo Performance Year 1 (20) (Semester 2) This module combines a programme of individual instrumental or vocal tuition with an introduction to a range of important issues which concern performers, including preparing and delivering a recital programme, effective practice techniques, working with other musicians, and different approaches to interpretation. THIS MODULE IS NOT AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS OUTSIDE THE SCHOOL OF MUSIC. CO-REQUISITE: minimum of ABRSM 7 or equivalent.neu
WXC-1016: Perfformio Unawdol Blwyddyn 1 (20) (Semester 2)Mae'r modiwl yn cyfuno rhaglen o hyfforddiant unigol ar offeryn neu lais â chyflwyniad i amrediad o faterion pwysig sy'n ymwneud â cherddorion, yn cynnwys paratoi a pherfformio rhaglen datganiad, technegau ymarfer effeithiol, gweithio â cherddorion eraill, a dulliau gwahanol o dehongli. NID YW'R MODIWL HWN AR GAEL I FYFYRWYR O'R TU ALLAN I'R YSGOL CERDDORIAETH. CYD-OFYNIAD: o leiaf ABRSM Gradd 7 neu gyfwerth.
Modiwlau Blwyddyn 2
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Semester 1
- QXP-2004: Creative Writing: The Novel (20) Creative Writing: The Novel will guide you through the ways and means of writing a novel. You will be taught methods of composition and creation of novels, including practical and analytical consideration of novelistic structure and design, viewpoint, voice and role-play, and developing style and tone. It also includes, with reference to the practical application and consideration of these elements, consideration of the variety of forms relevant to the contemporary novel, comparing and contrasting novels, present and past, with other forms of creative writing.
Semester 2
- QXP-2001: C/Writing: Poetry & Short Fict (20) This double-thin module is designed to help solve the problem that inexperienced writers have of writing in ways that are too abstract and general. You will be set exercises that sharpen dialogue and assist with the depiction of place in fiction, and exercises that demonstrate how images are most effectively evoked in poems. These 'showing' devices will then be placed in context by the use of models that indicate the importance of 'telling', that indicate how scenic devices in fiction are framed by direct authorial intervention, and how images in poems are linked to statements that further define and complicate them. Students are required to attend and review three evening poetry-readings to be given by leading poets during the course.
20 - 40 credyd allan o:
- WXM-2011: Musicology Year 2 (20) (Semester 2) Research is a fundamental academic skill, and so too is the ability to effectively communicate the results of that research in writing. On this module, students undertake research into a musical topic of their own choice, and write up their findings in the form of a short dissertation of around 4500-5000 words. At the same time, the module introduces students to some of the conventions and methods of musicological research and presentation, through the study of various examples of academic writing. Moreover, students will continue to develop study skills taught in The Study of Music, including bibliographical skills, skills of independent thinking, and skills in oral presentation. The module will prepare students for undertaking a Dissertation in Year 3, and may also be useful to students considering undertaking an Editing Project in Year 3.neu
WXC-2011: Cerddoreg Blwyddyn 2 (20) (Semester 2)Mae ymchwil yn fedr academaidd sylfaenol, ac felly hefyd y gallu i ysgrifennu'n effeithiol ar ganlyniad yr ymchwil honno. Ar y modiwl hwn, mae myfyrwyr yn gwneud ymchwil i bwnc o'u dewis, ac yn ysgrifennu ar eu canfyddiadau mewn traethawd o ryw 4500-5000 o eiriau. Ar yr un pryd, mae'r modiwl yn cyflwyno myfyrwyr i rai o gonfensiynau a dulliau ymchwil a chyflwyno cerddoregol, a hynny trwy astudiaeth ar wahanol enghreifftiau o ysgrifennu academaidd. Ar ben hynny, bydd myfyrwyr yn parhau i ddatblygu'r medrau astudio a ddysgir yn Astudio Cerddoriaeth, yn cynnwys medrau llyfryddiaethol, medrau meddwl yn annibynnol, a medrau cyflwyno ar lafar. Bydd y modiwl yn paratoi myfyrwyr ar gyfer ysgrifennu Traethawd Hir ym Mlwyddyn 3, a gall hefyd fod yn fuddiol i fyfyrwyr sy'n ystyried Project Golygu ym Mlwyddyn 3.
- WXK-2233: Composition Year 2 (20) (Semester 2) This module seeks to build on Level 4 Composition, while at the same time introducing new ideas and techniques. Throughout, the emphasis will be on introducing students to the multiplicity of styles and techniques that have emerged during the second half of the 20th century and the first decade of the 21st. This may include bold experimentation and creative innovation, including working with non-tonal styles (pre-tonal, post-tonal, atonal), or the study of post-tonal and post-minimal styles of recent decades.neu
WXC-2233: Cyfansoddi Blwyddyn 2 (20) (Semester 2)Adeilada'r modiwl hwn ar astudiaethau Cyfansoddi Blwyddyn 1, ynghyd â chyflwyno syniadau a thechnegau newydd ar yr un pryd. Bydd pwyslais cyson ar arbrofi mentrus a newydd-deb creadigol, gan weithio gydag arddulliau anghyweiraidd (cyn-donyddol, ôl-donyddol ac anhonyddol), ynghyd ac ymdriniaethau newydd o ffurf. Ceir gwaith damcaniaethol (gwrando, dadansoddi a thrafod pynciau) ynghyd a gwaith ymarferol (gweithio drwy dechnegau, cyflwyno enghreifftiau, datrys problemau), gan ganolbwyntio ar dechnegau ac elfennau penodol - rhai yn newydd, a rhai yn gyfarwydd ers modiwl Cyfansoddi Lefel 1. Nid yw'r modiwl hwn yn addas ar gyfer myfyrwyr sy'n dymuno cyfansoddi mewn arddulliau hanesyddol neu pastiche.
- WXK-2235: Acousmatic Composition (20) (Semester 2) Acousmatic music is sonic art which uses sound as its basic material and the loudspeaker as its mode of delivery. This module aims to introduce students to acousmatic composition in a more focused way than is possible in the Year 1 Practical Music Technology module, and with a more creative emphasis. It aims to equip students with the basic technological, compositional and aesthetic knowledge and understanding necessary for acousmatic composition. (This module is not intended for students wishing to compose popular music, or music using conventional approaches to harmony, melody or rhythm.)
- WXP-2241: Solo Performance Year 2 (20) (Semester 2) The students will be expected to build on and expand skills already established during the solo performance modules in Year 1. This will be carried out through individual instrumental or vocal tuition. The tutor will provide consultation and help construct a projected programme of stylistically-varied technical and interpretive solo repertoire for the students to explore that will benefit the individual's technical and musical development. Please note that students may also follow a maximum of 20 credits in ensemble performance across levels 5 & 6. This module is capped at 20 studentsneu
WXC-2241: Perfformio Unawdol Blwyddyn 2 (20) (Semester 2)Bydd disgwyl i'r myfyrwyr adeiladu ar fedrau y maent eisoes wedi'u dysgu yn ystod y modiwlau perfformio unigol ar lefelau 1 neu 2 ac adeiladu arnynt. Gwneir hyn trwy hyfforddiant offerynnol neu leisiol unigol. Bydd y myfyriwr a'r tiwtor yn ymgynghori, a bydd y tiwtor yn cynorthwyo i lunio rhaglen arfaethedig o repertoire technegol a deongliadol yn dangos arddulliau amrywiol, i'r harchwilio gan y myfyriwr, ac a fydd yn fuddiol i ddatblygiad technegol a cherddorol yr unigolyn. modiwl 'cap' o 20 o fyfyrwyr
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20 credyd allan o:
- QXP-2005: Transformative Writing (20) (Semester 1) Some of today's well known works of literature were produced by writers 'writing back' to and transforming certain source materials. Examples include Peter Carey's prize-winning tnrsformation of Dickens' 'Great Expectations' in 'Jack Maggs' (1997), and Gregory Maguire's transformation of Baum's 'Wizard of Oz' in 'Wicked: The Life and times of the Wicked Witch of the West' (1995). This module examines the ideas and chanllenges of transformative writing, how such writing differs from adaptation, and how professional writers have employed it in their works. Students will be introduced to the practice of responding through creative writing, and given the chance to select their own source material (of whatever kind) in order to experiment and 'write back' to it. Students will also have the opportunity to experience and reflect upon the nature of a negotiated writing project through the use of an initial writing contract (in weeks one and two)
- UXS-2048: Transmedia Storytelling (20) (Semester 2) In this module you will investigate storytelling in its various forms, writing through an awareness of critical theory, and creating original work relating to your investigations. You'll develop an awareness of issues (critical and creative) connected with storytelling, and consider the range, type and style of stories (genres, media, perspectives). You will discover how cultural norms and assumptions influence the telling of stories, exploring and applying relevant critical theory from the perspective of a writer, and reveal through your original work the nature of authorship and readership.
- UXS-2058: Writing for Film & Television (20) (Semester 2) This module is designed to develop knowledge and skills in writing for film, and introduces key stylistic and textual characteristics of writing for television. The module provides an overview of television writing, separated into television drama and the situation comedy, and outlines the specific demands of these formats for screenwriters. Students are then assessed on their own original television concept in the form of a treatment and screenplay extract, plus a short critical and reflective essay. The course then goes on to present advanced theories of writing for film - developing concepts of characterisation, structure, genre, visual storytelling and the use of dialogue and action. Students will be encouraged to engage with formal screenwriting concepts such as the three-act structure, genre tropes, active protagonists and plot resolutions. However, they will also be expected to interrogate and challenge these elements of screenwriting craft, and are expected to display this engagement in their assessed work. Students will be assessed on their own original film concept in the form of a treatment and screenplay extract (for a short film or feature film), plus a critical and reflective essay. Lectures will deliver various features of writing for television and film, using screenings as contextual support material. Lectures will initially present some basic concepts of screenwriting such as script formatting, style, structure, genre, plotting, characterisation and dialogue, before moving on to deal specifically with television drama, situation comedy, the short film and the feature film. Seminar time will be spent discussing various aspects of screenwriting outlined in the lectures. Students will be encouraged to engage with, and challenge, elements of the craft of screenwriting, and to carry out creative screenwriting tasks in groups. Students will also critically peer evaluate the work of their cohort, and analyse published screenplays, applying knowledge gained in the lectures. Students will be required to develop professional writing habits and to give and receive critically constructive comment and advice. Proposed films and television programmes to be screened include: The Sopranos (Chase, 1999-2007), The Wire (Simon, 2002-08), Red Riding (Jarrold, 2009), The Singing Detective (Potter, 1986), The Prisoner (McGoohan, 1967-68), Oz (Fontana, 1997-2003), Twin Peaks (Frost/Lynch, 1990-91), The IT Crowd (Linehan, 2006- ), Spaced (Wright, 1999-2001), The Office (Gervais/Merchant, 2001-3), Father Ted (Linehan, 1995-8). The Third Man (Reed, 1949), Brief Encounter (Lean, 1945), The Devil¿s Backbone (Del Toro, 2001), Intacto (Fresnadillo, 2001), Hunger (McQueen, 2008), Dead Man's Shoes (Meadows, 2004), The Sea Inside (Amenábar, 2004), The White Ribbon (Haneke, 2009), Festen (Vinterberg, 1998), Uzak (Ceylan, 2002), Sympathy for Mr Vengeance (Park, 2002), Let the Right One In (Alfredson, 2008), The Road (Hillcoat, 2009), Sexy Beast (Glazer, 2000), No Country for Old Men (Coen, 2007)
- UXS-2401: Practical Journalism: ELD (20) (Semester 1) The course will teach students media law and how to report on the workings of government. They will gain practical experience in reporting from courts, inquests and council meetings. They will also be taught how to write and research news and feature articles, interviewing techniques, and how to cover running stories and elections.neu
UXC-2401: Newyddiaduraeth Ymarferol: MCD (20) (Semester 1)Bydd y modiwl yn dysgu myfyrwyr am gyfraith y cyfryngau a sut i ohebu am brosesau'r llywodraeth. Byddant yn cael profiad ymarferol o ohebu am achosion llys, cwestau a chyfarfodydd cyngor. Byddant hefyd yn dysgu sut i ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu erthyglau newyddion ac erthyglau nodwedd, technegau cyfweld a sut i ymdrin â straeon parhaol ac etholiadau.
- Some modules may be subject to pre-requisites, please check module page for further information
20 - 40 credyd allan o:
- WXK-2232: Orchestration Today (20) (Semester 1) Description: This course aims to expand upon issues addressed in Orchestration A. More involved orchestration procedures will be discussed in relation to the new elements of instrumental technique that evolved in the wake of developments in instrumental technology. Students will add auxiliary woodwind instruments to their orchestras together with additional percussion so that students can score for a modern orchestra. Each student is required to respond both verbally and on paper in either week 3, 6 or 9, to a task which will be given out in the previous seminar. This will be assessed as part of the coursework (see assessment below). Method, frequency and number of classes: Eight classes of around 1 hour and 15 minutes during weeks 1 - 6 and weeks 8 - 9, with a one-to-one tuition session in week 10. Assessment: One large assignment at 50% with three smaller pieces of course work making up 30%, and a verbal/written response to a set task, worth 20%. coursework 1: set in week 1, to be submitted in week 3 coursework 2: set in week 4 to be submitted in week 6 coursework 3: set in week 8 to be submitted in week 10 assignment: set in semester 2 week 10, to be submitted in week 13 WXK 2232: Learning Outcomes: On completion of the module, a student should have: 1. acquired skills of scoring in an appropriate manner for a modern orchestra, writing idiomatically for the instruments used (assessed by the written coursework and the assignment) 2. understood the technical restraints of instruments (assessed by the written coursework and the assignment) 3. developed skills in score presentation, using appropriate indications such as bowing (assessed by the written coursework and the assignment) 4. identified Orchestration procedures and should be able to discuss these (assessed by the aural task)neu
WXC-2232: Cerddorfaeth Heddiw (20) (Semester 1)Bwriad y modiwl hwn yw dysgu'r sylfeini ar gyfer cerddorfaeth. Bydd pob enghraifft cerddorol yn deillio o gyfansoddwyr o gyfnodau Clasurol, Rhamantaidd a'r Ugeinfed Ganrif (e.e. Beethoven, Rachmaninov a Prokofiev) sydd wedi dylanwau yn gryf ar gyfansoddwyr ffilm heddiw (e.e. John Williams, Dario Marianelli a David Arnold). Bydd y cwrs yn ddechrau gyda'r Gerddorfa Linynnol gan ychwanegu offerynau chwyth a pres yn raddol. Erbyn wythnos darllen, bydd y myfyriwr yn medru trefnu yn hyderus ar gyfer cerddorfa fechan. Yn ystod yr ail hanner, bydd pwyslais ar dechnegau cerddorfaeth ar gyfer cerddorfa lawn gan ychwanegu mwy o offerynnau. Bwriad y cwrs yw dysgu cerddorddfaeth draddodiadol gyda phwyslais ar ddefnydd mewn cerddorfaeth ffilm. Gorau oll os yw'r myfyriwr yn dilyn (neu wedi dilyn) WXC2234/3234
- WXK-2300: Interactive Sound and Music (20) (Semester 1)
- WXM-2303: Genres & Composers A (20) (Semester 1) neu
WXC-2303: Genres a Chyfansoddwyr A (20) (Semester 1)
- WXM-2304: Genres and Composers B (20) (Semester 2)
- WXP-2307: Ensembles and Groups A (20) (Semester 1)
- WXP-2308: Conducting (20) (Semester 1)
- WXM-2309: Music in Health and Well-being (20) (Semester 2) neu
WXC-2309: Cerdd mewn Iechyd a Lles (20) (Semester 2)
- WXC-2310: Hanes Cerddoriaeth Cymru A (20) (Semester 1)
Modiwlau Blwyddyn 3
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40 - 80 credyd allan o:
- QXP-3099: Creative Writing Dissertation (40) (Semester 1 + 2) This module involves the production of an extended piece of creative writing of high quality, with an attached 'criticism in practice' piece, an introduction to the work, and relevant bibliographic and 'creative' references. The focus of the dissertation is the piece of creative writing, which can be undertaken in any genre (after agreement with supervisor) and must be preceeded by a detailed (2 3 page) plan of work to be completed. The critical piece can be in a style similar to that of a critical literature essay, or it can be more focused on creative practice or the contextualisation of that creative practice, and can use the student's own work as one of the reference points, as well as containing references to the work of other writers. The length of the dissertation varies according the genre and is the subject of discussion with the supervisor, but as a guide the total number of words for a prose fiction submission would be between 8,000 and 10,000 words. The deadline for submission of the dissertation is noon on Friday of week ten of semester two.
- WXM-3277: Dissertation (40) (Semester 1 + 2) The dissertation is an independent piece of writing on a subject selected by the candidate in consultation with a member of staff and approved by the Board of Examiners. This selection and approval takes place in the summer term immediately preceding Year 3. The writing should take account of previous relevant research but demonstrate originality of mind in approach and argument. Credit will be given for quality of ideas, clarity and logic of argument and presentation, suitability of bibliography, and elegance of presentation. The dissertation will be accompanied by seminars on the research, bibliography and methodology skills required for writing the dissertation.neu
WXC-3277: Traethawd Hir (40) (Semester 1 + 2)Mae'r traethawd hir yn ddarn o ysgrifennu annibynnol ar destun a ddewisir gan yr ymgeisydd mewn ymgynghoriad ag aelod staff ac a gymeradwyir gan yr Bwrdd Arholi. Mae'r dewis a'r cymeradwyo hwn yn digwydd yn ystod tymor yr haf yn union cyn Blwyddyn 3. Dylai'r ysgrifennu gymryd i ystyriaeth ymchwil flaenorol berthnasol, ond dylai ddangos gwreiddioldeb meddwl o ran dull ymdrin a dadl. Rhoddir credyd am ansawdd syniadau, eglurder a rhesymeg dadl, dull cyflwyno, addasrwydd llyfryddiaeth a mireinder y cyflwyniad. I gyd-fynd a'r traethawd hir ceir seminarau bob pythefnos lle bydd y myfyrwyr yn gweithio gyda thiwtoriaid y modiwl ar y sgiliau ymchwil, llyfryddiaeth a methodoleg sydd eu hangen i ysgrifennu'r traethawd hir
- WXM-3283: Edition (40) (Semester 1 + 2) Participants of this module will prepare a critical edition of a suitable work from original sources or photographic reproductions of such sources. The work concerned will be selected by the candidate in consultation with a member of staff; the selection approved by the Board of Examiners, during the summer term of Year 2. The length of the work will depend upon various factors, including scoring, the number and complexity of sources, and the extent and degree of editorial intervention the materials demand; but in every instance full editorial apparatus will be required, including a detailed textual commentary. The edition should show awareness of previous editions of relevant music, but also demonstrate a capacity for solving specific editorial problems. Credit will be given for the quality of presentation as well as of editorial work. The project will be accompanied by seminars on the research, bibliography and methodology skills required for preparing the edition.
- WXK-3289: Composition (project) (40) (Semester 1 + 2) The composition project is an opportunity for students to spend a sustained period engaged in compositional activity, working towards the production of a work, or works, of significant scale and duration. Students complete a composition or portfolio of compositions for any combination of instruments, voices, electroacoustic and studio resources, with the guidance of a supervisor. Project composers meet regularly as a group to consider broad issues and to share ideas and approaches. Compositions should demonstrate a thorough understanding of their genre, facility in the relevant technical skills, clarity of creative intent, and contemporary cultural relevance in their aesthetic approach. Compositions should be submitted in the form of a notated score, recording or a combination. If the work involves music for moving image, a DVD of music synchronised to picture must also be submitted. The piece or portfolio should normally be about 22 minutes in duration, by agreement with the supervisor, and depending on the tempo, the complexity of the music and the nature of the instrumental/vocal/ electroacoustic resources used. Portfolios may contain a mix of different genres. This module is not appropriate for students wishing to compose in historical or pastiche styles.neu
WXC-3289: Cyfansoddi (project) (40) (Semester 1 + 2)Mae'r project yn gyfle i fyfyrwyr dreulio cyfnod estynedig mewn gweithgaredd yn ymwneud â chyfansoddi, gan weithio tuag at greu gwaith, neu weithiau, ar raddfa a hyd sylweddol. Mae myfyrwyr yn cwblhau cyfansoddiad neu bortffolio o gyfansoddiadau ar gyfer unrhyw gyfuniad o offerynnau, lleisiau, adnoddau electroacwstig ac adnoddau stiwdio, dan gyfarwyddyd arolygwr. Bydd y cyfansoddwyr sydd ar y project yn cwrdd yn gyson fel grŵp i ystyried materion eang ac i rannu syniadau a dulliau. Dylai cyfansoddiadau ddangos dealltwriaeth drylwyr o'u genre, meistrolaeth ar y medrau technegol perthnasol, eglurder o ran bwriad creadigol, a pherthnasedd diwylliannol cyfoes o ran eu dull esthetig. Dylai myfyrwyr gyflwyno cyfansoddiadau ar ffurf sgôr wedi'i nodiannu, recordiad neu gyfuniad. Os yw'r gwaith yn cynnwys cerddoriaeth ar gyfer delwedd symudol, dylech hefyd gyflwyno DVD o gerddoriaeth wedi'i chydamseru â'r llun. Fel rheol, dylai'r darn neu'r portffolio gymryd rhyw 22 munud, trwy gytundeb â'r arolygwr, ac yn ôl y tempo, cymhlethdod y gerddoriaeth a nodweddion yr adnoddau offerynnol/ lleisiol/ electroacwstig a ddefnyddir. Gall portffolios gynnwys cymysgedd o wahanol genres. Nid yw'r modiwl hwn yn addas i fyfyrwyr sy'n dymuno cyfansoddi mewn arddulliau hanesyddol neu pastiche.
- WXP-3298: Solo Performance Project (40) (Semester 1 + 2) Participants of the module will prepare and perform a public recital of 40 minutes' duration, featuring stylistically-diverse solo repertoire from different periods. Individual instrumental or vocal tuition will be accompanied by seminars in which the students will work on advanced questions of repertoire, rehearsal strategies, performance practice and historically-informed performance. This module is capped at 15 studentsneu
WXC-3298: Project Perfformio Unawdol (40) (Semester 1 + 2)Bydd y rhai sy'n dilyn y modiwl yn paratoi a pherfformio datganiad cyhoeddus yn para am 40 munud, yn cynnwys repertoire unawdol mewn arddulliau amrywiol o gyfnodau gwahanol. Caiff myfyrwyr hyfforddiant offerynnol neu leisiol unigol ochr yn ochr â seminarau, lle bydd y myfyrwyr yn gweithio ar gwestiynau uwch ar repertoire, strategaethau ymarfer, ymarfer ar gyfer perfformio, a pherfformio dan ddylanwad hanesyddol. Dim ond 15 o fyfyrwyr ar y modiwl yma
- SPECIAL PROJECTS: Students must choose at least ONE Project, either in Music or in other subject. Students are welcome to choose more than one project, one in each school
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- UXS-3038: Journalism and Risk (20) (Semester 1) This course starts by presenting and critiquing the concept of risk, and the development of the field of risk communication. It then examines two key theorists of the 'risk society', namely Ulrich Beck and Anthony Giddens, to explore sociological theoretical foundations that explain inter-relationships of risk, trust, expertise and mass-mediated communication. Building on this theoretical lens, it then moves to examine journalism, risk and trust, looking at patterns of risk reporting in different aspects of the press. In-depth analysis of specific risk issues and their journalistic communication are examined, ranging from health risks like 'mad cow' disease to security risks like terrorism.
- UXS-3049: Advanced Screenwriting (20) (Semester 1) Lectures will deliver various discourses on the history and development of adaptations, and interrogate the relationship of various media to film. Lectures will also examine a range of concepts related to adaptation, including authorship, visual storytelling, narratology and intertextuality. These concepts will then be applied to film adaptations screened in the same week. Seminar time will be spent discussing theories of adaptation, and also provide an opportunity for students to carry out creative adaptation tasks in groups, such as conceiving short film ideas, and developing adaptations from non-literary sources, such as music and photography, and other visual arts. Students will need to demonstrate an understanding of key theories related to the comparative textual analysis of an adaptation to its source material in assessed essays. However, the module is heavily focused on the creative act and process of adaptation, and offers the chance for students to radically imagine pre-existing texts in other media in their assessed coursework. Proposed films to be screened include: Adaptation (Jonze, 2002), Throne of Blood (Kurosawa, 1957), American Psycho (Harron, 2000), The Innocents (Clayton, 1961), The Others (Amenábar, 2001), The Watchmen (Snyder, 2009), Don't Look Now (Roeg, 1973), The Shining (Kubrick, 1980), Apocalypse Now (Coppola, 1979), Stalker (Tarkovsky, 1979), Zatoichi (Kitano, 2003), Where the Wild Things Are (Jonze, 2009), La Jetée (Marker, 1962), 12 Monkeys (Gilliam, 1995), Naked Lunch (Cronenberg, 1991), A Cock & Bull Story (Winterbottom, 2005), Elephant (Clarke, 1989), Elephant (Van Sant, 2003), The Five Obstructions (Leth/Von Trier, 2003).
- UXS-3076: Global News Agenda (20) (Semester 2) Topics that this module will discuss include: the CNN effect; manipulating global news agendas through public diplomacy; war, perception management and bearing witness through global media forms; reporting distant suffering; satellite news wars; the rise of satellite news in the Middle East and the possible rise of an Arab public sphere; and the impact of global news forms on censorship and resistance.
- QXP-3093: Experimental Writing (20) (Semester 1)
- UXS-3401: Practical Journalism: ELD (20) (Semester 1) The course will teach students media law and how to report on the workings of government. They will gain practical experience in reporting from courts, inquests and council meetings. They will also be taught how to write and research news and feature articles, interviewing techniques, and how to cover running stories and elections.neu
UXC-3401: Newyddiaduraeth Ymarferol: MCD (20) (Semester 1)Bydd y modiwl yn dysgu myfyrwyr am gyfraith y cyfryngau a sut i ohebu am brosesau'r llywodraeth. Byddant yn cael profiad ymarferol o ohebu am achosion llys, cwestau a chyfarfodydd cyngor. Byddant hefyd yn dysgu sut i ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu erthyglau newyddion ac erthyglau nodwedd, technegau cyfweld a sut i ymdrin â straeon parhaol ac etholiadau.
- UXS-3412: Playable Fiction (20) (Semester 2) The creative writer is constantly challenged by the evolution of literary form, striving to create fresh and original narratives that depart from the conventional. Modernism, postmodernism, and now digital media are all avenues of exploration and experimentation. This module focuses on the latter domain, as writers approach narrative through the creation of games. Story-games, such as hypertexts, interactive fictions, and visual novels, necessitate unconventional, and even unnatural, structures and perspectives. By creating playable narratives, students on this course will open their writing up to new expressions, forms, and genres. Students will discuss and explore critical and creative responses to these texts, applying new techniques and awareness to their creative writing practice.
- UXB-3900: Research Dissertation (40) (Semester 1 + 2)
- UXB-3901: Creative Practice Dissertation (40) (Semester 1 + 2)
- UXB-3902: Enterprise Dissertation (40) (Semester 1 + 2)
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- WXP-3111: Ensembles and Groups B (20) (Semester 1)
- WXK-3300: Interactive Sound & Music (20) (Semester 1)
- WXM-3305: Genres and Composers C (20) (Semester 1) neu
WXC-3305: Genres a Chyfansoddwyr C (20) (Semester 1)
- WXM-3306: Genres and Composers D (20) (Semester 2)
- WXM-3309: Music in Health & Well-being (20) (Semester 2) neu
WXC-3309: Cerdd Mewn Iechyd a Lles (20) (Semester 2)
- WXC-3310: Hanes Cerddoriaeth Cymru A (20) (Semester 1)


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The world has warmed up quite a bit over the years. This has seen a rise in the demand for air conditioners for keeping homes cool. Even though central air conditioning systems are effective, they are expensive to install and maintain. They also require a bit of skill to operate, which many people do not have. If you are among this group, we have a good solution for hurry. One of the best portable air conditioners available on the Web will serve you well.
Portable air conditioners are beneficial in many ways. Even though smaller and cheaper than central air conditioners, their performance is admirable. You can use them for floor-to-ceiling cooling. You can also use them for directional cooling with good results. Finally, the setup and operation of these devices is a breeze. You do not need special tools and or a lot of experience to have a functional system at home. Here is a review of the 10 best brands to buy in 2020:
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- Dehumidifier
- Noise
- Coverage
- Dehumidifier
- Noise
1. Honeywell MN10CESWW
Honeywell MN10CESWW is one of the most recommended brands of portable air conditioners for many reasons. If you are looking for a clutter-free product that you can travel with, for instance, this is one of the best in 2020. Unlike central air conditioners, you do not have to install it permanently in a room. You can move it around, as you desire. You can also travel with it in your recreational vehicle (RV) without compromising its structure or performance.
The 10,000BTU system that this portable air conditioner has appeals to many people. Even though it is not as powerful as brands such as Whynter (14,000BTU), it cools up to 350 square feet. Moreover, even though it lacks a bucket, the auto-evaporation drip system that it uses is effective and reliable. If left running for hours, you do not have to worry about it flooding and or damaging your flooring over time.
Honeywell MN10CESWW is a portable air conditioner that doubles as a dehumidifier. Do not buy one of the expensive standalone models available online. This product will serve you better for many reasons. Set up well, for instance, it filters up to 70-points of water per day (24 hours). This is invaluable, considering its price. Used well, therefore, it will clear the bad odors in your basement and protect it from mold infestation.
Honeywell MN10CESWW is easy to operate for three main reasons. First, from reputable stores such as Amazon, it comes pre-assembled. You do not have to install parts and or customize it in any way to work. Simply plug it into an electrical outlet to enjoy its many benefits. You also get a full remote and a detailed five-page manual on its set up and use.
This is one of the most reliable portable air conditioners for use in homes. If you are battling heat or a mold infestation in your basement, buy yours today. Apart from cooling homes, its 10,000 BTU system can dehumidify air as well. It filters up to 70-points of water per day.
- Powerful conditioner/dehumidifier
- Programmable timer (24-hours)
- Powerful 10,000BTU system
- Reliable three-in-one design
- Somewhat large
- Warranty issues
2. Whynter Dual Hose Conditioner
Whynter is popular in the air conditioners market because of its quality. Even though pricier, its products also last longer than their competitors do. With this dual hose model, for instance, you get a 14,000BTU air conditioner with a stylish and portable design. This product works well. It also has a durable and feature-rich design that works well in homes and offices.
Buy Whynter Dual Hose to get a versatile 3-in-1 air conditioner that never disappoints. All of its three operation modes are effective. It cools fast, for instance. Because of its full thermostatic control (61-89 degrees), you can also use it to warm your home with good results. Finally, in fan mode, Whynter Dual Hose distribute both heat and cold well to maximize coverage. As such, if you have a large room, you do not have to sit close to it to feel its impact.
Which is the best remedy for fighting allergens and bad odors in homes? Do not use one of the chemical remedies available in web stores. Like the Honeywell MN10CESWW conditioner that we have reviewed, Whynter is a natural dehumidifier. It can remove up to 101 pints of moisture from the environment per day. Set it up as directed to maximize its effect.
Fitted with a programmable 24-hour timer, you can easily customize how it this air conditioner works in your home. You can schedule its ON and OFF time. You can also schedule the number of hours that it works before shutting off automatically. Each original package has a remote control, a washable pre-filter, and a carbon air filter. You also get an extendable intake and exhaust hose that measures around 60-inches.
Whynter is a powerful dual hose air conditioner that doubles as a dehumidifier. It is a durable product. Its set up and use are easy, while its dependable 3-in-1 system works well in most areas. These include homes and offices.
- Valuable add-ons
- 24-hour programmable timer
- Powerful dehumidifier
- Adjustable thermostat
- Built-in fan
- Requires frequent draining
3. Honeywell CS10XE
Perfect for cooling small spaces, Honeywell CS10XE is a compact electricity-powered air conditioner that is effective up to 175 square feet. Even though smaller and less powerful than some listed products, it has its share of pros. If you are planning to lower electricity costs during the summer, this is the product to use. Its portable and Eco-friendly design is also power efficient. You can use it every day for weeks without issues.
Do you travel to camping sites often? Do you have a problem sleeping because of the searing heat in your locality? If you have access to an electrical socket, Honeywell CS10XE will come to your aid. Because of its portable design, you can easily carry it to and from your camping site. Its set up is a breeze, while the tough plastic used to make it does not scratch or break easily. You will get many years out of this portable air conditioner.
To keep rooms cool, Honeywell CS10XE uses an advanced non-compressor technology that delivers good results. Unlike heating elements that waste electricity, it cools and heats efficiently without wasting energy. It also has a whisper quiet air flow (300CFM), which makes it a good air conditioner for use in bedrooms. Get rid of the buzzing portable air conditioner that you have at home today.
This plug and use portable air conditioner from Honeywell is one of the safest in the market. It lacks noxious emissions. If money is a problem, it is also one of the best products to buy in this niche. You do not have to break the bank to own a new one. Its maintenance is also cheap, while its well-engineered design lasts for long.
To cool rooms measuring up to 175 square feet, Honeywell CS10XE is one of the best air conditioners to use. It is a powerful product (300CFM). It also has an Eco-friendly design with a whisper quiet non-compressor technology that most people like. You can use it in your bedroom whilst sleeping without issues.
- Durable and portable design
- Powerful non-compressor technology
- Whisper quiet air flow (300CFM)
- Eco-friendly electrical system
- Poor coverage (175 square feet)
4. Whynter ARC-08WB
Electricity is a valuable resource that, unfortunately, most people waste using power thirsty appliances. If you use conditioners to heat or cool your home, buy an Eco-friendly product such as Whynter ARC-08WB. This does not mean that you sacrifice performance. Even though simple, you get a dependable 8,000BTU air conditioner that will satisfy your needs. This product also blends well with homes and has many advanced features that improve its performance.
This is a powerful air conditioner with a versatile three in one design. It can cool or warm small to medium-sized spaces well. Whether you are battling summer heat or looking to stay warm in winter, expect memorable results. If you have a large room, you will also enjoy using this air conditioner. Its built-in fan distributes hot or cool air well to improve its coverage. Finally, you can use this product to dehumidify your home. It works as well as most standalone models available online.
Whynter ARC-08WB has a powerful self-evaporative system that manages condensate well. Unlike some of the leaky models found in homes, the probability of it damaging your wooden floor or carpet is slim. Its maintenance is also easier. You do not have to empty its condensate frequently. It takes care of the process automatically.
Whynter ARC-08WB has a RoHS compliant design that you will enjoy using at home. The r-410a refrigerant that it uses is lead-free. It also has a CFC-free design that is safe for both humans and animals.
You might not like the loud humming noise that this air conditioner generates whilst in use. However, if you are looking for a powerful product that cools homes well, order yours. Its 8000BTU system cools small to medium-sized rooms well. It also has a lead and CFC-free system that is safe for humans and animals.
- RoHS-certified design
- Free full remote
- Built-in dehumidifier
- Versatile three-in-one design
- Powerful self-evaporative system
- Very loud
- Painful assembly
5. SPT Single Hose Portable AC
Perfect for cooling small rooms, this air conditioner from SPT is a portable 8,000BTU machine that offers value for money. If you are looking to sleep better or rest comfortably at home, do not hesitate to buy one. The powerful self-evaporating technology that it has, for instance, is convenient. You do not have to empty it occasionally to keep it working optimally. Apart from cooling or heating, this device also dehumidifies rooms well.
You can easily control the temperature of this air conditioner. Using its digitized LCD screen, you can easily switch between heat and cold depending on the temperature of your room. This is unlike some models with bulky knobs that people find hard to use. Finally, this air conditioner has directional louvers and a built-in fan. Whilst in use, therefore, it distributes heat or cold well throughout rooms. You can also set it to deliver a floor to ceiling cooling experience without noise.
Portable air conditioners take a beating as people operate and or move them from place to place. Even though this model does not last a lifetime, it handles such abuse well. The fire-resistant PVC plastic used to make its case is durable. It also has a smooth and well-finished surface that does not scratch easily or stain over time. Whether you install it in your bedroom, living area, or basement, it will serve you well for long.
This is an adaptable air conditioner. You can program its system to turn ON and OFF at various times (24 hours). It also has a digitized thermostat that monitors the temperature of your home and customizes its system automatically. You do not have to set it manually, as some models often require. Finally, its inbuilt water tank is spacious. You can use it for long without issues.
Featuring a compact and portable design, this is a suitable air conditioner for use in homes. It is also durable, programmable, and has a powerful 8000BTU system that cools and warms homes well. If your old central air conditioner frustrates you often, replace it with this one.
- Washable filters
- Powerful dehumidifier
- Built-in water tank
- Digitized thermostat
- Fire-resistant PVC plastic
- Adjustable vents and fan
- Quite heavy (60 pounds)
- Flimsy hose and air funnel
6. Koldfront Room Portable Air Conditioner
Do you toss and turn in bed often because of your cold or overly hot room? Have you tried installing a fan or one of the best window air conditioners with poor results? Consider using this portable Koldfront air conditioner instead. It is an affordable product with a feature-rich design. Its powerful 12,000 BTU system, on the other hand, is convenient. It cools and warms rooms efficiently.
Made using high-quality plastic, this is a durable product. You can use it at home and or travel with it occasionally without compromising its system. It also has an eye-catching and clutter-free design that works well in most spaces. Whether you have a small home or office that you want to cool well, this is the product to use. You can also use it in your bedroom or living room without issues.
Never confuse this air conditioner's simplicity for a weakness. Designed to handle most of the toughest cooling and warming jobs in homes, it one of the most reliable products in this niche. Its directional louvers and a built-in fan, for instance, improve directional cooling and heating is better. You also get a 24-hour timer (programmable) and an adjustable thermostat (62-88 degree range) that improves the experience of people.
Poorly ventilated rooms such basements and bathrooms often trap moisture and grow mold and mildew over time. If you are grappling with the same problem, do not call 911. Buy this 12000BTU Koldfront air conditioner instead. This is a powerful dehumidifier. Set up well, it can clear the dampness of rooms in a short time. It also fights allergens well and eliminates disease-causing organisms from the environment without using chemicals.
Koldfront is a portable 12000BTU air conditioner with a stylish and portable design. Its clutter-free design blends well in homes. You will also like its onboard timer and the adjustable thermostat that it comes with. With them, you can easily customize how it cools or warms your home.
- Powerful 12000BTU system
- Advanced drain function
- Programmable timer (24 hours)
- Stylish and clutter-free design
- Adjustable thermostat (62-88 degree)
- Powerful dehumidification function
- Flimsy exhaust hose
- Underpowered
7. Shinco Portable Air Conditioner Cooling
Because of global warming, summers have become hotter and winters colder. To stay comfortable during such seasons, you need a quality air conditioner such as Shinco. This is a portable accessory with a powerful 10,000BTU system. It is also durable, aesthetic, and designed to cover up to 300 square feet of space. Whether you are looking for a conditioner for your office or home, this is an ideal choice. It will never let you down.
Expensive air conditioners are not always the best. Instead of basing your decision on price, look for a product that you will enjoy using. Shinco Portable, for instance, is a premium device that works well for hours. Unlike some tanked air conditioners that require frequent emptying to work well, its self-evaporative system is ideal. By recycling water in its system, it not only runs cooler but also efficiently.
You will appreciate the simplicity and portability of this product. It has a clean-looking streamlined design that blends well in homes. Installed in your living room or bedroom, it will not look out of place, as most bulky models often do. Moreover, because of its lightweight design, you can move it easily within and between rooms. This is often a chore with most traditional ones.
In the past, air conditioners were complex accessories that required a lot of skill to set up. This is not the case with today's contemporary models such as Shinco. It comes pre-assembled. You do not have to struggle with tools to set it up. It also has a plug-and-use design with digitized controls for customizing its system. You can adjust its temperature and other metrics easily.
Shinco Portable has helped many people to stay cool and comfortable in homes on a budget. Buy yours to get a versatile air conditioner with an adjustable thermostat. Its oscillating vents distribute cool air well. Finally, its self-evaporative technology not only boosts its effectiveness, but also efficiency.
- Quiet fan and system
- Over-cold protection
- Powerful remote control
- Digitized controls
- Oscillating vents (swing mode)
- Self-evaporative technology
- Powerful 10,000BTU system
- Low coverage (300 square feet)
8. Tripp Lite SRCOOL12K Portable Cooling/Air Conditioner
Central air conditioning systems are expensive to install and maintain. The good news is that you no longer need such dated technologies. With portable air conditioners now available, you can cool and or heat your home on demand without paying such hefty prices. Tripp Lite SRCOOL12K, in particular, is a handy model with a compact and portable design. It does not clutter personal spaces. You can also use it in most areas of your home (including bedrooms) with good results.
Tripp Lite SRCOOL12K is a quality product that delivers a quality level of service on a budget. For instance, with one, you do not have to install new ducting in your home to cool. Its versatile all-in-one design works standalone. Once plugged into an electric port, you can use its ducting vent for direct cooling and its louvered vent for general cooling.
High BTU air conditioners are good for cooling and heating small and large spaces. They work faster and deliver lasting results in homes and or offices. You get this and more with an original Tripp Lite SRCOOL12K air conditioner. Designed to generate up to 12,000BTU, its performance is very impressive. You also get a reliable product with heavy-duty components that last for long.
With Tripp Lite SRCOOL12K, you get a convenient day-to-day air conditioner that works flawlessly. Its 12000BTU system cools both small and large rooms well. You also get an EPA compliant device with a louvered vent and ducting vent. As such, you can use it for both general and direct cooling with good results.
- Versatile installation kit
- Powerful 12,000BTU system
- Portable self-contained design
- Convenient auto-restart feature
- Large LED-backlit display
- EPA-compliant components
- Shorter lifespan
9. Haier HPC12XCR Portable Air Conditioner
Do you want a powerful yet affordable air conditioner (portable) that will help you sleep and relax comfortably at home? Haier HPC12XCR is a portable 12,000BTU air conditioner that works well. It also heats rooms well (11,000BTU) and has an efficient design that covers up to 500 square feet. Whether you have a small or large bedroom, therefore, expect good results from this product. You can also use it in your small or medium-sized office with good results.
Do you have a damp basement or room? If you have used many products and or remedies with poor results, this machine will not let you down. Apart from cooling and heating, it has a powerful dehumidification function that filters up to 100 pints of moisture per day. Considering its size, this is appealing. Do not let mold or mildew to take over your home.
Recommended for indoor use, Haier HPC12XCR is a safe product. The Eco-friendly refrigerant it uses is not only safe for the environment but also humans. It is free of lead and mercury and comes RoHS-certified safe for everyday use. Its electrical system is also of high quality. Unlike some models that overheat or short circuit easily, you will enjoy using this one for long.
With Haier HPC12XCR, you get a consistent indoor air conditioner with a powerful all-in-one system. The three cool settings offered, for instance, are ideal. Whether you want a chilly blast of air or a cold soothing breeze when sleeping, this product will meet your needs. It also has a quiet and has a responsive 24-hour on/off timer for programming its system.
With Haier HPC12XCR, you get a 12000BTU device that cools 350-450 square feet of space. Its full-assembled standalone design is easy to set up and operate. It also has a powerful fan and an onboard timer that boosts its functionality further.
- Powerful 12,000BTU system
- Advanced three-in-one system
- Easy to set up and operate
- 24-hour on and off timer
- Powerful fan (three settings)
- 350-450 square foot coverage
- Annoying buzzing sound
10. DeLonghi America Portable Air Conditioner
DeLonghi has many loyal customers because of its quality products. This 12,000BTU unit, for instance, is a powerful day-to-day air conditioner that outmatches its competition in many ways. It has a streamlined outlook that blends well in homes. Power output is impressive, while its ability to filter moisture from homes prevents the growth of molds and mildew.
Because of its versatile three-in-one design, you will have a memorable time with this air conditioner. Apart from being an efficient dehumidifier, it has a built-in fan that distributes cool air well. The fan is whisper-quiet and has adjustable speed settings that you can customize on demand. During summer, for instance, you can set it on high to deliver a floor to ceiling cooling experience.
Have you used a few portable air conditioners that have broken down after days of use? Expect better results with this model. Made from heavy-duty plastic, it has a durable case that withstands both physical and environmental abuse. Scratches, for instance, are not common. Its fan and heating elements are also durable. In synergy, they cool or heat up to 500 square feet of space.
To solve your cooling or heating issues at home, buy DeLonghi America. This is a powerful (12000BTU) air conditioner. Its plastic shell is portable, while its onboard electric controls ease its use. You can customize its system easily to deliver your preferred results.
- Free remote control
- Powerful 12,000 BTU system
- Durable plastic body
- Electronic controls
- Three-in-one system
- Portable design
- Whisper-quiet fan
- Annoying knocking sound
- Leaks over time
What to Look for in Portable Air Conditioner
British Thermal Unit (BTU): The BTU of a portable air conditioner is the unit of heat needed to warm or cool a room. Generally, high BTU machines are powerful. They cool or warm homes faster than low BTU air conditioners. Check this when shopping for a new portable air conditioner. It should satisfy your needs.
Size: When shopping for air conditioners, many people think that bigger brands are better. This is not true. The product that you choose should be easy to move. Fixtures such as caster wheels also improve the mobility of portable air conditioners. Keep these in mind.
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I'm not sure if this can actually be done.
Protecting documents with options from Excel are program and client specific, and I'm not aware of any method to actually universally disable the feature. You may want to look into some custom VB scripts to disable Microsoft Office functionality.
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NEW DELHI: Three areas in Delhi would be taken up as models for developing the capital as a smart city. Government sources said Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has suggested a Lake City in Mayur Vihar-II, development of a land patch in Karkardooma in eastern part of the city and a greenfield project in outer Delhi.
The DDA has suggested the areas at a meeting that was attended by a delegation from Spanish government led by minister of trade Jaime Gracia-Legaz Ponce. Sources, who did not wish to be named, said Spanish government has shown keen interest to associate itself with making Delhi a smart city.
According to sources, the two brown field projects in east Delhi would fall under the plan of developing Transit-Oriented Development zones. TOD zones break away from the conventional model of city growth by creating a pedestrian-centric, open space where public transport is encouraged and every need from parks to hospitals and schools to groceries are brought within walking distance of one's home. The Karkardooma smart city island will come up on 2.8 lakh sqm area while Lake City in Mayur Vihar will cover 80,000 sqm. TOI has learnt that DDA has said the greenfield smart city would be developed in an area of 20,000 hectares in outer Delhi.
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Dated: 04th February 2015


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Primetime Ratings: LSU Beats Ohio State; Fox Beats Big Three
Fox dominated the ratings Monday night with its coverage of LSU's defeat of Ohio State in the BCS college-football-championship game. But NBC's second outing for American Gladiators held up well against that football offensive.
Fox averaged a 7.6 rating/18 share in the 18-49 demo, according to Nielsen Media Research overnight numbers (which could change slightly when the final numbers come in, but likely only to boost that number).
NBC was second on the night with a 3.9/9, led by Gladiators, which averaged a 4.2/10 from 8 p.m.-9 p.m. for second place behind the game.
CBS edged ABC for third with a 2.7/7 in the demo, led by a repeat of Two and a Half Men with a 3.9/9.
ABC, which averaged a 2.6/6, didn't get much pop from its premiere of Dance War, which features teams of dancers assembled by two of the judges from its Dancing with the Stars reality hit. The two-hour debut averaged a 3/7 for third place in its 8 p.m.-10 p.m. time period, although admittedly against some tough competition. The good news was that it built from a 2.8/7 in its first half-hour to a 3.2/7 in its last, but at least one of those half-hours saw it beaten handily by the Two and a Half Men rerun (3.9 rating to a 3 for Dance War).
The CW was fifth with a 0.7/2, led by Everybody Hates Chris (0.9/2).


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Never use a human shampoo on a pet! Only use shampoos specifically designed with animal friendly formulas
Even small animals like to look their best! Rodents require fairly minimal grooming due to their extensive self-cleaning routines. However, don't overlook the benefits that additional owner care can bring! At the very least, grooming can help the animal and owner bond, as many greatly enjoy the attention. Other situations, such as fur matting, shedding or a flea infestation, may require specialized care. Maxi Zoo caters for all situations with our range of:
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A US congressional committee is proposing that the US armed forces add a new military branch called the United States Space Corps. If this is passed it would be the first new branch of the armed forces since the Air Force was created in 1947.
The Space Corp would provide "combat-ready space forces" that enable the commanders of the combatant commands to fight and win wars. The Space Corps would fall under the Air Force in the same way the Marine Corps works with the Navy.
The 2018 Air Force space budget: it grew at least $1.5 billion. That's a large increase considering the total budget request is $10.4 billion. For perspective, the entire Defense Department space budget last year — known as the space Major Force Program — was $22 billion. The Air Force oversees the vast majority of the unclassified space budget, so much of that other spending can probably be attributed to the NRO, builder and operator of the nation's spy satellites.
The DOD has been spending $25-30 billion per year on space. There is also the National Reconnaissance office (about $15 billion) and the National Geospatial intelligence office (about $2-5 billion). The military and spy satellites and other non-NASA space activities are about 2 to 3 times as much as NASA budget. This level of spending is before a large human or robotic space corp is created.
The Space Corp will probably add more bureaucracy and more spending.
The US Marines have been $35 to 45 billion of the Navy budget.
The Space related US military and Spy agency budgets are already over $45 billion per year.
But I guess the extra costs will be worth it so that we can defeat the bugs.
Oh no aliens yet ?
I guess we need to beat China and Russia's space military forces.
I guess the military industrial complex needs even more ways to have bloated contracts and juicy payoffs and cushy jobs for retired military leaders. Corruption and graft have been working for the proposed $700 billion defense main budget plus over $300 billion in defense related budget.


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Taking a photo is a great way to share your adventures with friends and family, but capturing images you'll be proud to share takes more than pointing and shooting. It's not all about the camera, either—many great travel albums have been shot on a smartphone. For better pictures (and the bragging rights that come with them on social media) no matter what type of camera you're using, keep these simple steps and principles in mind.
SAFETY FIRST: Getting the perfect selfie isn't worth your life. People die each year pursuing photos at cliff edges, busy streets, rooftops, and other unsafe locations; never put yourself in danger for a photo.


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Coming Soon... The New Pharmacy Apprenticeship Standards
Buttercups Training is an integral part of the Pharmacy Trailblazer Group that is developing the new Standards for the level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant, and the level 3 Pharmacy Technician apprenticeships.
The new Standards are focused on ensuring that both Dispensing Assistants and Pharmacy Technicians are integral members of the Pharmacy family.
For the Pharmacy Services Assistant, the Standard says:
The Pharmacy Services Assistant (PSA) works under the supervision of a Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, or other accountable healthcare professional. The PSA provides a variety of pharmacy and medicines services to patients, the public and other professional healthcare teams. The PSA supports the delivery of pharmacy services in a variety of pharmacy environments.
A PSA will be involved in supporting the supply, preparation and assembly of medicines and products; issuing them to patients and other healthcare professionals and assisting in providing advice to patients to help them to make effective use of their medicines. They will be responsible for ordering and receiving medicines, as well as their storage, disposal and return. They will have an understanding of healthy lifestyle choices and relevant screening services. They will understand and work to standard operating procedures (SOPs), a set of step-by-step instructions compiled by their organisation to help staff carry out routine operations. SOPs aim to achieve efficiency, quality output and uniformity of performance, while reducing miscommunication and failure to comply with pharmacy regulations.
For the Pharmacy Technician, the Standard proposes:
Pharmacy Technicians are registered professionals working within the regulatory standards for pharmacy, as set by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). (Pharmacy Order 2010). Pharmacy Technicians work in a wide range of settings, and will carry out both routine and specialist services, including highly complex activities requiring them to use their professional judgement. They are expected to work both individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary team demonstrating leadership. They are able to work with minimum supervision, taking responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the work that they have undertaken and that of others. Pharmacy Technicians are expected to work with a high degree of autonomy, and to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals, patients and the public, whilst respecting and maintaining confidentiality and privacy.
We are looking forward to being able to offer these Standards to our employers later in 2018.


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Car Culture in Mumbai
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Car Culture in Mumbai
Distances are measured using time and never in kilometres in Mumbai. It was and still is a city where a majority of the people travel by train to work and the most practical way for people to measure distances in the city is by using time.
Their body clocks tuned to the clickety-click of the railway timetable, people in Mumbai and her satellite cities continued to travel by train long after the middle class in Delhi, and the rest of the cities in country fell in love with cars in the 80s and 90s. It didn't make sense for the people of Mumbai who made the punctuality of the trains their habit to shift to the unpredictable ways of driving to work until very recently, when the trains became too crowded and uncomfortable for those who could afford to buy and afford to use a car. Today, cars are the second most important acquisition for the average Mumbaikar. The first would be a home but unlike a car, it is not easy to acquire.
One of the finalists of an earlier Indian Idol TV show with his new car
Parking problem
Shifting gears.
Meanwhile, as more and more people move to using cars, the shift is changing the way people of the city live and work together. The personal climb from trains to a car is a lifestyle change and the first thing one loses is a Mumbai tradition called train friends. You can't be friends with the people you scream at when you drive and we will have to wait for car pooling to become popular if we need to gain new friends.
The shift to a car also means that unlike with train commuters, you cannot expect the person to be at work or reach a meeting on time. It also means that people will come to work at unpredictable hours and you will use evening traffic as an excuse to work late into the night.
During the annual Ganapati festival, it's the family car that leads the most important journey of the year. The front seat, reserved for the head of the family is where Ganapati usually travels on his annual journey. On other days, Ganesha rides the dashboard and is Mumbai's most popular dashboard deity.
The night India won the Cricket World Cup in Mumbai was when cars found their moment on Mumbai streets. Almost everyone with a car was on the road that night causing the biggest gridlock the city had ever seen, and breaking every single traffic rule in the city.
In the housing societies and industrial estates, the most common reason for fights now is over parking space. The old housing societies were designed when people took trains to work, gardens and parks are now covered with cobblestones to make space for the cars. In the new buildings, the builders charge extra and in black money for parking space.
Car statements.
Earlier it was travelling by First Class, now as it is in ads, movies and everywhere else in the world, the car you drive is a statement of who you in Mumbai too. After moving from second class to first class and then into your car, the first thing you realise is that the right of way also belongs to the largest vehicle on the road. But what if you cannot afford one of the larger and expensive cars in the market? In that case, you can head to Kurla, to the banks of the Mithi river, near BKC and get an old jeep registered in one of the hilly parts of the country and customise it to look larger than it actually is. If you can't afford even this car, you can join the many who fit a car horn to their bikes and honk more often than necessary in the narrower lanes of the city.
Another sure fire way to add respect is adding a number plate with the flag of the political party with the maximum local muscle power. The list of cheap tricks are the same as in the rest if India like writing POLITE in red, a place to put a flag on the bonnet, and starting your own All Bharat Human Rights Commission, proclaiming yourself president and putting a board on your car or jeep. It's the best way to get a parking space in the city. If these are not enough, you can always write messages on your car.
The rear window of the car is the best place for messages and is even more important than your status message on facebook or message worn on t-shirts. Unlike T-shirts, they are permanent and meant for the person behind you should read. From messages celebrating Maratha pride to the name of a tough mutton eating district in Marathwada, European football teams to a popular Baba, the messages on the rear window of a car are an important window into the mind of the driver ahead of you. If the message looks like a warning, you should overtake at your own risk.
Road Rage.
A popular old ad for a radio station identified what ails the car commuter. A person who drives to work is perpetually angry and those who drive listening to their music station is always happy. Their television commercial even showed two car owners, who crash into each other, come out and sing together happily.
Accidents and dents must be a common occurrence because you rarely see a car without a dent or scratch on Mumbai roads. A visit to the local RTO to see a driving test is enough to confirm why that is so. The driving test is the easiest in the world. In Navi Mumbai, the inspector asks a fresh driver to drive 100 meters forward and take a U-turn and come to a stop. There are several who fail even this test. The complaint among the license seekers here was that they had to appear for the test unlike other RTOs where you can bribe and get one without appearing for a test.
Of the 20 who were taking the test on the day I was there, half of them were Chinese. Chinese visiting or working in India make it a point to get a driving license because it is easy to get one here. According to Chinese, most of them engineers working in Navi Mumbai, it is very difficult to get a license in China and the tests are very tough. So any young Chinese who comes here to work immediately gets a license and then use it in China.
But whatever is the size and make of the car you drive, there's no greater leveller than the potholed roads of Greater Mumbai. It doesn't matter if you drive a Premier Padmini that was made in Kurla or a Ferrari that has an auspicious number plate, you move at the same pace in the eternal Mumbai traffic jam. And if you need to reach anywhere on time, you borrow coupons or a smart card from a relative and take the local train.
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Dear Parents & Students,
Children enter school with curious minds and the formative years are critical for them to explore and understand their world. This curiosity leads them to ask questions. Sometimes they are not satisfied with their answers so they search deeper to find out more about a person, a community, a country, or even why something is the way it is. These impressionable years are building blocks that allow students to recall, analyze, synthesize and apply their knowledge to any situation.
An integral part of our Primary Years Program (PYP) allows students to explore who they are and what contributions they can make in their homes, school and community. Students have the opportunity to share knowledge about what they are learning, and they can choose how they wish to present the information. Communication allows us to stay in touch with each other, and at our weekly town meetings, each child gets an opportunity to be on the stage with parents, teachers and students as their audience.
The Elementary School offers a balanced program that builds confidence, character, tolerance, critical thinking, creativity and risk-taking. By the end of fifth grade, our students are ready to embrace middle school.
At ISPS, we believe that a child's success at school depends on the partnership between the parents and the faculty. Parents are encouraged to contact staff members for any concerns our questions. Our team (student support, counselor, principal, nurse, and teachers) works closely with the class teacher to meet the needs of the student.
Please feel free to contact me for any further information.Sincerely,
Mrs. Suzette Julien
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PAUL SMITHS An Adirondack cold front did its best to dampen spirits at the first-ever Paul Smith's College Homecoming, but students and alumni alike braved the rain and frigid temperatures to make the inaugural celebration a success.
The 3-day weekend mixed memories of the past with the present as alumni, students, faculty, trustees, friends and community members joined together for a pep rally on Friday and an all-day carnival on Saturday.
"The event was a success," said Major Gifts and Grants Officer Jamie Dyer. "I think the students really embraced the idea and came out to support all of the things that make this such a great college community."
The weekend kicked off with Friday's pep rally and a harvest dinner. Matthew Arvidson and Michelle Daus were named the King and Queen of Homecoming.
On Saturday a large group of faculty members and volunteers convened on the quad to set up a carnival town that included a variety of games. The most popular attraction was the radar gun that measured the speed of carnival-goers pitches.
"I think the rain and the cold caused our turnout to be smaller than wed hoped," said Debbie Holmes, alumni relations coordinator. "But those that did show up had a wonderful time, and I expect next year's homecoming to be even bigger."
The carnival wrapped up with a hot-dog eating contest.
The next event on the schedule was the Tin Chef Competition. Teams were given a basket that they could fill at the Farmers Market. Then each team prepared a dish at their stations to be judged by the king and queen.
Saturday evening ended with an Italian-theme dinner and dance in the Pine Room.
For the weekends finale on Sunday, alumni and current students were invited to unwind in the Pine Room with a free yoga lesson from Becky O'Neill, of Saranac Lake.