Homeland security and defence enterprise from the basic equation of risk

Homeland security and defence enterprise from the basic equation of risk

This is an assignment that discusses the Homeland security and defence enterprise from the basic equation of risk. Also, the assignment talks about the benefits that surround the enterprise.

Homeland security and defence enterprise from the basic equation of risk

Essay 1:

Firstly, the basic equation for risk is defined as R = ƒ(C*V*T) where R is the level of risk. C is the consequences (public health, our economy, government action, public confidence in our institutions) of an attack. V is an assessment of the vulnerability of a potential target (how hard or easy it would be for it to be hit by terrorists). T is the threat or the likelihood that a specific target will suffer an attack or disaster from a specific weapon. The Department of Homeland Security has stated that it will apply risk management principles to homeland security operations. Also, it has stated that “Ultimately, homeland security is about effectively managing risks to the Nation’s security” (DHS, 2010, p. 2).

Drawing upon your class readings and additional research:

Examine how usage of risk management is by the homeland security enterprise. Additionally, how that use benefits such aspects as resource allocation, strategic planning, or any of the multitudes of other homeland security issues.

Essay 2:

Secondly, in your readings, you have been provided a variety of definitions for the term homeland security. Additionally, the national strategies and readings have talked to the difference between homeland security and homeland defense. Drawing upon your readings and other class materials, craft two columns; one labeled Homeland Security and the other Homeland Defense.

Essay 3:

Thirdly, critical infrastructure definition in the National Infrastructure Protection Plan as “Systems and assets, whether physical or virtual. So, it is vital that the incapacity or destruction of such may have a debilitating impact on the security, economy, public health or safety, environment, or any combination of these matters, across any Federal, State, regional, territorial, or local jurisdiction” (DHS, 2009, p. 109). One can reasonably presume that protection of these assets is vital to the well-being of the United States and as such, is an essential element of homeland security. Drawing upon the readings provides your assessment of the capability of the nation’s infrastructure protection program to ensure the survivability of its critical infrastructure.

Essay 4:

Lastly, provide an examination of the various elements that comprise the intelligence community from local law enforcement to national agencies and how each of those entities contributes to the development of homeland security intelligence.  Lastly, your examination of the question should include the issue of domestic versus foreign intelligence.

Research article review and analysis of a recent article

Research article review and analysis of a recent article

This is a paper that focuses on an research article review analysis of one done recently. The paper should not be more than three years old.

Research article review and analysis of a recent article

Review a recent, refereed journal article that is research based and critique it. Below are instructions on how to complete the assignment.

1. Locate and read a recent (no more than 3 years old) refereed journal article relating to an instructional strategy or innovation of interest to you.

2. The article needs to be a research article (with either quantitative or qualitative data, or both kinds of data) about an instructional strategy or innovation in education or training where researchers collected data, analyzed it, and present it to the reader.

3. Once you have located your article, read and write a critique using Microsoft Word and the latest APA style. The length of your article review must be at least 4 full double-spaced pages (not including the title page and references section) but should not exceed 5 pages. Include at least one other ref‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‍erence.

Within your review, include the following elements and headings: 1. A title page 2. A summary of the main issues presented in the article 3. A discussion of issues in the article that you found intriguing, thought were worthwhile, or in some way stimulated your thinking 4. A short discussion (in a paragraph) of how the information presented in the article impacts the strategy/innovation within your setting (teaching, work/job, degree program). 5. Agreement/Disagreement: Discuss whether or not the authors’ findings make sense and whether you agree with them. Not only give us your opinion but provide a rationale based on what you have read by now. 6. Include at least one other article, book, etc., to support your view(s). 7. References: Conclude the review with the citation of the article you reviewed and all other citations you include in APA style‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‍.

Scientific Working Groups SWGs

Scientific Working Groups SWGs

Do you feel that Scientific Working Groups (SWGs) were of any real value?

Do you feel that Scientific Working Groups (SWGs) were of any real value? 

Scientific Working Group
Research the concept of Scientific Working Groups. Do you feel that Scientific Working Groups (SWGs) were of any real value?  These SWGs have now been replaced with the Organization for Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) groups at NIST and the AAFS Standards Boards (ASBs) at the American Academy of Forensic Sciences.  Are these groups any different?  Explain your point of view, i.e., explain your reasoning.

Since the early 1990s, American and International forensic science laboratories and practitioners have collaborated in Scientific Working Groups (SWGs) to improve discipline practices and build consensus standards. In 2014, the SWGs are being reorganized under the NIST Organization for Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) (organization chart).

As of January 2012, active SWGs included the following

Firstly, FISWG – Facial Identification Scientific Working Group (FISWG)

Secondly, SWGANTH – Forensic Anthropology (SWGANTH)

Thirdly, SWGCBRN – Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear

Fourthly, SWGDAM – DNA Analysis (SWGDAM)

Fifthly, SWGDE – Digital Evidence (SWGDE )

Sixth, SWGDMI – Medicolegal Death Investigation (SWGDMI )

Further, SWGDOC – Questioned Documents (SWGDOC )

Additionally, SWGDOG – Dogs and Orthogonal Detection (SWGDOG )

Furthermore, SWGDRUG – Analysis of Seized Drugs (SWGDRUG)

Besides, SWGDVI – Disaster Victim Identification (SWGDVI)

In addition to that, SWGFAST – Latent Fingerprints (SWGFAST)

SWGFEX – Fire and Explosives Scenes (SWGFEX)

SWGGEO – Geological Materials (SWGGEO)

SWGGSR – Gunshot Residue (SWGGSR)

SWGGUN – Firearms and Toolmarks (SWGGUN)

SWGIBRA – Illicit Business Records

SWGIT – Imaging Technologies (SWGIT)

SWGMAT – Materials Analysis (SWGMAT)

SWGSTAIN – Bloodstain Pattern Analysis (SWGSTAIN)

Lastly, SWGTOX – Toxicology (SWGTOX)

Finally, SWGTREAD – Footwear and Tire tracks (SWGTREAD)

In conclusion, SWGWILD – Wildlife Forensics (SWGWILD)

Each SWG includes scientists working within the focus field. Although a couple the above-listed SWGs have only American members, most also have international members. Federal, state or local government forensic laboratory scientists are the most common SWG members, but many SWGs also include other experts such as private laboratory scientists, academia, independent consultants, attorneys and judges.

Most SWGs have public websites with discipline-specific resources including approved and draft for comment standards, best practices guidelines and related documents.

 

Analysis of The Pillowman – play reviews or literary criticism

Analysis of The Pillowman – play reviews or literary criticism

Write a well-researched and well documented literary analysis of The Pillowman. This paper uses play reviews or literary criticism to support.

Analysis of The Pillowman-play reviews or literary criticism

Write a well-researched and well documented literary analysis of The Pillowman.

You will use your own logic and analysis to focus on one or more areas of your choosing, and you will use secondary sources like play reviews or literary criticism to support.

The Pillowman by Martin McDonagh is a play about Katurian. It is a fiction writer who lives and works in a police state. As his stories are similar to several murders, the police interrogates him. In 2004, McDonagh received an Olivier Award in the Best New Play category, a New York Drama Critics’ Award for Best New Foreign Play, as well as two Tony Awards. It premiered in 2003 at the Cottesloe Theatre in London. The Pillowman falls into the sub-genre of black comedy.

In the first act,  Ariel and Tupolski interrogates Katurian. Initially, Katurian thinks they’re investigating him because of suspicions that he’s using his fiction to spread political messages speaking out against the totalitarian dictatorship. Ariel leaves the room, and Katurian hears screaming from the other side of the wall. When Ariel returns, hand covered in blood, Ariel says that Michal has confessed to murdering three children—with Katurian. He denies it. Reminding his interrogators that while his stories are gruesome, it’s his job as a storyteller to tell a story; this is not indicative of his being a murderer—even though the details of two of the murders match two of his stories, “The Little Apple Men” and “The Tale of the Town on the River.”

Katurian used to write happy stories. But after he heard someone being tortured at night, his stories took a disturbing turn. He receives a message that for the last seven years, he’s been subjected to his brother’s torture to force him to become a better writer.

 

 

 

A Career in the US Army A Reflection Essay

A career in the US Army A Reflection Essay

I joined the United States Army on 21 February 2012 and attended basic combat training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Upon graduating, I attended advanced individual training the same year at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, where I obtained the (MOS) 74D, Chemical, Nuclear, Biological, and Radiological Specialist.

I joined the United States Army on 21 February 2012 and attended basic combat training

I joined the United States Army on 21 February 2012 and attended basic combat training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Upon graduating, I attended advanced individual training the same year at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, where I obtained the (MOS) 74D, Chemical, Nuclear, Biological, and Radiological Specialist. My duty assignments have included: CBRN NCOIC for Charlie Company, 304th Signal Battalion in Camp Humphreys, South Korea. CBRN Team Leader at 21st Chemical Company Fort Bragg NC and CBRN Squad Leader at 71st Chemical Company Schofield Barracks Hawaii.

Firstly, Use your imagination about my positions and problems. A mini-paper differs from a Term Paper.

Secondly, You will apply what you learned in this class to my 4 questions concerning an employment position you were in.

Thirdly, If by chance you don’t have much of an employment history, you can use a family member or friend’s employment experience for the 4 questions. When you type your paper to email to me, please number your answers 1 through 4.

Questions

1) Please name the position you or the other person was in, and the name of the company or agency. W hat the company/agency do as their mission.

2) Looking at Chap 13 on Group Behaviour in regard to Communication Styles and Chap 12 in regard to Leadership Styles, answer the following:
a) Was the management and supervisors practicing a top to bottom style of Management/Leadership. Did they have more of a Participative Leadership and circle, centralized, or Open communication style? Please then give examples of how the supervisors or management practiced the types you chose.
b) In regard to the management or supervisors leadership style, was it more person-oriented aka Supportive Style, or was it more Task-Oriented aka Instrumental Style. Again, please then give examples of how the supervisors or management practiced the types you chose.

3) Did you notice any problems within the Culture of your company/agency, such as unprofessionalism among staff or employee low morale?

Also, Did you find any leadership or employees harassing or discriminating against others on the opposite end.

Further, Did you find leadership or staff doing very positive things for the organization.  Possibly you experienced something in your employment that didn’t sit well with you, and I haven’t mentioned this. Therefore, please discuss this in your response to Question 3.

4) If you were an Industrial Organizational Psychologist brought into your company/agency to solve the problem (s) you listed and explained, as an IOP, how you would rectify each of the problems you mentioned as an IOP consultant to the CEO of the company/agency.

Three misconceptions

Three misconceptions
Explain these 3 misconceptions and discuss why these are not based on reality. Discuss why people continue to believe these gross misconceptions. Provide real-to-life examples (hypotheticals

Explain these 3 misconceptions and discuss why these are not based on reality

3. Larsen and Buss (2018) present three common misconceptions about the concept of heritability.

Firstly, Explain these 3 misconceptions and discuss why these are not based on reality.

Secondly, Discuss why people continue to believe these gross misconceptions.

Further, Provide real-to-life examples (hypotheticals) that counteract/correct these misconceptions.

(Note: no 1st person in APA). Be sure to support this essay with the textbook and at least 1 research article.

Essay Assignment Questions

INSTRUCTIONS
Select 2 of the 5 following questions (1-5) to answer for this assignment. 20 points will be for proper grammar, punctuation, and technical writing abilities (i.e. citations and APA format). Each one of the 2 essays should between 2 and 3½ pages (each).

Each essay must also include textbook information and at least 1 additional peer-reviewed source as support (publication dates between 2013-2018).

The total assignment will be 4-7½ pages (not including the title page and reference page, which are the  requirements). A single assignment cover page and reference page are required (per APA format and not for each essay question). Separate your 2 essay topics with headings:
What is the difference between misconception and alternative conception?

The term alternative conceptions refers to ideas that people have which are inconsistent with scientifically acceptable ideas. The term ‘misconception’ is also sometimes used. (Terms such as alternative conception and misconception are sometimes used synonymously, but some authors given them different meanings.

What is a common misconception in science?

Scientific misconceptions. Scientific misconceptions can also refer to preconceived notions based on religious and/or cultural influences. Many scientific misconceptions occur because of faulty teaching styles and the sometimes distancing nature of true scientific texts.

History of the Australian Standards and Building Codes Australia

History of the Australian Standards and Building Codes Australia

Write a research report in which you discuss the history of the ‘Australian Standards’ and ‘Building Codes Australia’ in mechanical engineering (building services) , the most important standards in use (AS1668 and Building Codes Australia), and how they affect your organisation, other stakeholders, and society.

the history of the ‘Australian Standards’ and ‘Building Codes Australia’

Write a research report in which you discuss the history of the ‘Australian Standards’ and ‘Building Codes Australia’ in mechanical engineering (building services) , the most important standards in use (AS1668 and Building Codes Australia), and how they affect your organisation, other stakeholders, and society.

Firstly,  Why does your industry have Standards?

Secondly, Who sets them?

Thirdly, When were Standards introduce d to your industry?

Fourthly, What was your industry like before these standards were introduced?

Fifthly, What effect did the introduction of standards have?

Furthermore, Are these standards voluntary or are they legally enforceable?

Moreover, What are the consequences if standards are ignore?

Also, Are standards static or do they change over time?

Lastly, How often are new standards introduced?

 

Building Code of Australia (BCA) & Australian Standards

All building work must comply with the requirements of the Building Code of Australia (BCA).

 

The Building Code of Australia (BCA) is contain ed within the National Construction Code (NCC) and provides the minimum necessary requirements for safety, health, amenity and sustainability in the design and construction of new buildings (and new building work in existing buildings) throughout Australia.

 

The Housing Industry Association reproduces the Building Code of Australia (Volumes 1 and 2 of the NCC) under licence from the Australian Building Codes Board.

 

Volume 1 pertains to Commercial Buildings (Class 2-9 Buildings) and Volume 2 pertains to Residential Buildings (Class 1 and 10 Buildings).

 

Understanding Building Code of Australia (BCA) & Australian Standards

All building work must comply with the requirements of the Building Code of Australia (BCA). The Building Code of Australia (BCA) Volume 1 and 2 are part of the National Construction Code series publish ed by the Australian Building Codes Board.

 

 

Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt by Eleanor Roosevelt

Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt by Eleanor Roosevelt

Must read ”The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt” by Eleanor Roosevelt. How would this person define leadership? And, what was at the core of their leadership philosophy?

 “The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt” by Eleanor Roosevelt

 

Section 1:

Firstly, How would this person define leadership? And, what was at the core of their leadership philosophy? (1 page)

Secondly, Explain by drawing on the biography, providing examples from their life, and quoting only where necessary.

Section 2:

Firstly, What 3 – 4 character traits, habits or practices made them an exceptional or unexceptional ethical leader? (1 – 1.5 pages)

Secondly, Explain by drawing on the biography, providing examples from their life, and quoting only where necessary.

Section 3: 

Firstly, What 3 things did you learn from this person’s experience/leadership that can help you be a more ethical leader? (1 – 1.5 pages)

Secondly, Explain by drawing on the biography, providing examples from their life, and quoting only where necessary.

Lastly, Conclusion: Conclude by sharing your overall assessment of the leader. What do you think was right about this person’s approach to leadership and/or what do you think was wrong? (1 page)

 

Plot of ”The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt” by Eleanor Roosevelt

Firstly, A candid and insightful look at an era and a life through the eyes of one of the most remarkable Americans of the twentieth century, First Lady and humanitarian Eleanor Roosevelt.

Also, The daughter of one of New York’s most influential families, niece of Theodore Roosevelt, and wife of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt witnessed some of the most remarkable decades in modern history, as America transitioned from the Gilded Age, the Progressive Era, and the Depression to World War II and the Cold War.

Further, A champion of the downtrodden, Eleanor drew on her experience and used her role as First Lady to help those in need. Intimately involved in her husband’s political life, from the governorship of New York to the White House, Eleanor would eventually become a powerful force of her own, heading women’s organizations and youth movements, and battling for consumer rights, civil rights, and improved housing.

Additionally, In the years after FDR’s death, this inspiring, controversial, and outspoken leader would become a U.N. Delegate, chairman of the Commission on Human Rights, a newspaper columnist, Democratic party activist, world-traveler, and diplomat devoted to the ideas of liberty and human rights.

Faraday House planning policy options

Faraday House planning policy options

This is an assignment that focuses on a description of Faraday House planning policy options. The house is situated along Chapel Street almost into Manchester City opposite Peel Park Campus.

A description of Faraday House planning policy options

Planning options report for Faraday House, Chapel Street, Salford
A‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‍ssessment task details and instructions Salford University estates department have now appointed your town planning consultancy to undertake a desk top study for the purpose of preparing an options report for one of their surplus assets. The subject property is Faraday House, which is on Chapel Street fronting a main arterial route into Manchester city centre and opposite Peel Park Campus. The building has not been in educational use for some time and is now occupied on a temporary basis for police training activities and occasional storage.

The University have provided floor plans but have now realized that the building is becoming a liability and is also visually unappealing. They would therefore like your report to include the following:

1. Firstly, a description of Faraday House, its loc‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‍ation and planning history

2. Secondly, planning policy considerations and any other relevant factors which should be considered

3. Thirdly, reasoned options for the future use of the building

4. Fourthly, advise on the information that would be for the University to prepare a planning application Please present your submission in the form of a report. This should also include specif reference to the relevant planning policies and process for preparing an application for planning consent. links for faraday house: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSwFFdXXR2M&feature=youtu.be

The report submission requirements:

Use the APA writing guidelines in writing the paper. Ensure you have sources in the report. All sources must be in the proper APA formatting and citation guidelines. Double space , 12 size Font, and Times New Roman are the additional requirements in writing the paper.

Distinguishing Between Voices – analysis on “Men and the Dogs

Distinguishing Between Voices – analysis on “Men and the Dogs

This assignment is on Distinguishing Between Voices.  Review your essay of analysis on “Men and the Dogs”.  Study your own writing to see how many perspectives your account for and how well distinguish your own voice from those you are summarizing.

Distinguishing Between Voices-analysis on “Men and the Dogs

Finally, Review your essay of analysis on “Men and the Dogs”.

Secondly, Study your own writing to see how many perspectives your account for and how well distinguish your own voice from those you are summarizing.

Consider the following questions:
A)           Firstly, How many perspectives do you engage? (This should include Junger’s the source material he uses, and your own)

B)            What other perspectives might you include? (As this is an essay of analysis and not research, you should limit your perspectives to those listed in the previous question).

C)            How do you distinguish between Junger’s views and the views of those sources he synthesizes?

D)           How do you distinguish your views from Junger’s? (In this essay, your view should be an evaluation on how well he synthesized his sources NOT whether you agree or disagree with the claims he makes).

E)            What options are available to you for clarifying who is saying what?

More details on Distinguishing Between Voices;

What makes a voice unique?
The sound of each individual’s voice is entirely unique not only because of the actual shape and size of an individual’s vocal cords but also due to the size and shape of the rest of that person’s body, especially the vocal tract, and the manner in which the speech sounds are habitually formed and articulated.
What are the 6 types of voices?
In the operatic systems there are six basic voice types and then several sub-types within each type.
Lastly, For women: soprano, mezzo-soprano, and contralto.
Finally, For men: tenor, baritone, and bass. Within choral music there are only four categories for adult singers.