Higher College of Technology

About: Higher College of Technology is a based out in . It is known for research contribution in the topics: Computer science & Higher education. The organization has 369 authors who have published 379 publications receiving 729 citations.

Impact of COVID-19 on Power System Load: The case from Oman

Abstract: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the governments around the world were compelled to reduce business activity and took measures in response to minimize the impact of coronavirus. Under this condition the people lifestyle has been changed due to lockdown restrictions and other measures. Hence the electricity sector significantly affected under circumstance of COVID-19. The system demand and total energy consumptions in network is impacted by COVID-19.The main aim this paper is to review, analyze the weak links in the system during the COVID-19 time by comparing the load profiles at different load schedules with respect to different costumers. The analysis on the system load is as considered for the year 2019 of April and May months and compare with the same period of year 2020. However, there could be a difference in ambient weather conditions, which also will reflect on system load, the long period load and analyze the overall effect to minimize such weather-related variations effect. Therefore, this study reviews the impact of COVID-19 on one of the power systems loads in Oman. The results show that the peak load reduction, effective utilization of the operation and control on power system.

Investigation on dry sliding wear behavior of titanium dioxide-reinforced magnesium matrix composite

Abstract: In this work, the dry sliding wear behaviors of pure monolithic magnesium and magnesium–titanium dioxide (Mg–TiO2) composites were studied using pin-on-disc tribometer against an oil-hardened nonsh...

Survey Forms for Data Collection: Key Considerations

Abstract: Data collection is done through various methods including but not limited to surveys, interviews, observations, document analysis, focus groups, and oral histories. Each of these methods employs data gathering tools in order to facilitate the collection of information or data. In this section, the survey method, particularly the survey instrument or survey form, is discussed. Specifically, this chapter will focus on the fundamental factors to consider when developing the form to ensure coming up with relevant, unbiased, and focused questions, which will yield relevant and appropriate answers. In addition, considerations to take into account for proper administration of a survey form will be covered as well as the guidelines for a better and more accurate interpretation of survey data.

Introduction: Challenges of L2 Oral Communication in EFL Contexts

Abstract: This chapter introduces global challenges of oral communication in a target language (L2) in EFL contexts. Bringing together several lines of isolated studies on current literature, the chapter provides a coherent description of the complex and multidimensional nature of oral interaction problems in EFL contexts. Using these studies, interpersonal communication theories and models, this chapter then introduces a novel approach for defining and classifying breakdowns in L2 communication within foreign language contexts. In this view, L2 communication is constructed by interrelationship among communicators (i.e. speaker & listener), meaning creation, and context, the interruption of which can cause breakdowns in communication. The chapter continues with the current challenges of effective oral communication, leading readers to go beyond the traditional linguistic approaches to the breakdown in L2 oral communication. Finally, the breakdown in L2 communication will be discussed within the systematic approach to communication as a socially constructed phenomenon.