Project Controls

The book, Simplified Integrated Project Controls, provides clear guidelines on "how" to manage Project Controls based on Earned Value Management Principles. Accredited by ECSA, the Engineering Council of South Africa, the aim of this methodology is to give the reader the necessary understanding and knowledge of how to set up a simple project, as well as a multi-discipline complex project correctly, which is one of the main reasons for project control failure. It has been found that the methodology in this book, if applied correctly, enhances the performance of most of the project management...

A myth-shattering exposé of America’s nuclear weapons. Famed investigative journalist Eric Schlosser digs deep to uncover secrets about the management of America’s nuclear arsenal. A groundbreaking account of accidents, near misses, extraordinary heroism, and technological breakthroughs...

Unlock the power of automation with SCADA and PLCs, your essential guide to mastering industrial control systems. Whether you're an engineering student, technician, or automation professional, this book offers a clear, hands-on understanding of the technologies that power modern industry.What You’ll Learn: The fundamentals of industrial automation and control logic How PLCs are programmed using Ladder Logic, Function Blocks, and more Architecture and design of SCADA systems, HMIs, and data acquisition Communication protocols such as Modbus, Profinet, OPC UA, and MQTT Real-world examples ...

When the world’s first Super-AI wakes up, it doesn’t ask for permission. Karrie Chapman never wanted power, just a quiet life with her family. Instead, she’s thrust into the center of a secret government program that births Divinity, an artificial intelligence so advanced it can breach defense systems, reshape economies, and expose every hidden weakness in America’s political machinery. Washington thinks it can control it. The President thinks he can weaponize it. Everyone is wrong. As Divinity grows beyond its creators’ intentions, Karrie finds herself trapped between a ruthless ...

The inside story of the CIA’s secret mind control project, MKULTRA, using never-before-seen testimony from the perpetrators themselves. Sidney Gottlieb was the CIA’s most cunning chemist. As head of the infamous MKULTRA project, he oversaw an assortment of dangerous—even...

Build a smart home you control - without handing your data to big tech. If you like the idea of home automation but dislike cloud accounts, data collection, and complex coding, this book is for you. Smart Home Without the Cloud shows you how to use Home Assistant to create powerful, local-only automations that run on your own hardware, inside your own network. Written in plain language for non-coders and practical tinkerers, this guide walks you through planning, installing, and expanding a privacy-first smart home. From lighting and security to voice control and accessibility, you will ...

PROJECT BLUE BEAM - The Quest For A New World Order And The Rule Of The Antichrist Project Blue Beam is a conspiracy theory that claims that NASA in cooperation with other powerful forces is attempting to implement a new age religion with the antichrist at its head and start a new world order, via a technologically-simulated second coming. The new age religion would be the very foundation for the new world government, without which religion the fierce dictatorship of the new world order would be completely impossible. This incredible book reveals every aspect of Project Blue Beam and all of...

Unveiling the Secrets. Exposing the Truth. Beneath the surface of world events, beyond what we were taught in history books, lies a hidden world of covert operations, secret government projects, and classified missions that shaped the course of history. “DECLASSIFIED” takes you on an investigative journey through the shadowy corridors of power, uncovering the astonishing true stories of the most enigmatic and ethically questionable government projects in modern history. From the mind-altering experiments of Project MKUltra, to the sinister tactics of COINTELPRO, to the audacious plans ...

Construction projects don’t succeed because the drawings are perfect—they succeed because the supporting operations run smoothly. Scheduling, procurement, cost control, quality, safety, logistics, documentation, meetings, and closeout are the real drivers of performance on every jobsite. This practical, use-case–driven book is a complete field guide to the operational side of construction management. Instead of theory, you’ll find real workflows, real templates, real checklists, and real examples used every day by project engineers, superintendents, project managers, coordinators, ...

Why Integrate the Scope, Schedule, Budget and Risks? (1) The three most fundamental project control questions are answered more accurately: (1.a) What is the monetary value of the work planned? (1.b) What is the monetary value of the work earned? (1.c) What are the actual costs for the work accomplished? NOTE - The answers are available during each reporting period.(2) To test the realism of the performance measurement baseline/S-curve.(3) The code of accounts is established at the lowest level of the integrated work breakdown structure. (4) Enables the team to conduct more accurate ...

The Main Objective of this publication is to have readily available answers to the 20 Most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Project Controls or Integrated Planning and Cost Control. These FAQs are aimed at assisting Project Teams to find the answers to these questions that would enable them to produce progress-, performance-, and status reports for managers to take proactive and informed decisions. The answers provided in this publication are based on the accredited Simplified Integrated Project Controls Based on Earned Value Management Principles.

In a world where the line between technology and tyranny has never been thinner, Andrew Sterling—the reluctant new member of a clandestine organization known as the Chessmen—faces his greatest challenge yet. After the radioactive disaster in Crimea, Sterling carries both the burden of leadership and the weight of failure. But beneath the contaminated ruins lies an even darker truth: the catastrophe was merely a smokescreen for something far more sinister. When world leaders gather in Geneva to discuss hybrid warfare, Sterling and his team uncover "Project Kassandra"—a revolutionary ...

Master the art of embedded systems — from hardware design to real-world IoT applications. This comprehensive guide teaches you how to design, program, and deploy microcontroller-based systems using ATtiny, ATmega, ESP32, and similar architectures. Combining theory with practical examples, this book walks you through each stage of embedded development — from circuit design and firmware creation to communication, optimization, and deployment. Through detailed schematics, code listings, and illustrated projects, you’ll learn how microcontrollers interact with sensors, displays, and ...

**Strategic Project Budgeting: Driving Success through Cost Control** *Master Cost Control, Avoid Overruns, and Deliver Projects On Time and Under Budget* In today’s high-stakes construction environment, **cost overruns and scheduling delays** can derail even the best-planned projects. *Strategic Project Budgeting* is your ultimate guide to staying in control—financially, operationally, and professionally. Whether you're a seasoned project manager or stepping into your first multimillion-dollar build, this practical playbook offers proven tools, budgeting frameworks, and real-world ...

Projects usually do not fail because people are lazy or because teams do not care. They fail because goals are vague, priorities shift without control, stakeholders are misaligned, risks are ignored, and work is managed without a clear system. Practical Project Management is a modern, self-learning guide for beginners, first-time project leads, and accidental project managers who need to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to real work. It teaches the foundations of project management in plain, professional English and then builds toward stronger execution, better judgment, and more ...

The ultimate hands-on guide to modern HVAC design — packed with real-world examples, diagrams, and step-by-step workflows. Whether you’re an engineering student, HVAC designer, or field technician, this book walks you through how to design, size, and layout complete heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems using practical, example-based methods. Each chapter presents realistic system designs drawn from actual engineering practice — including small offices, retail stores, residential buildings, warehouses, schools, and industrial facilities. You’ll learn not just how to ...

📘 Access Control Systems Handbook: Design, Integration, and Sample Layouts for Commercial and Residential Security Unlock the full potential of modern security with this comprehensive guide to access control system design, installation, and programming. Whether you're a security integrator, electrical engineer, IT professional, or facility manager, this handbook is your go-to resource for building code-compliant, scalable, and future-ready access control solutions. ✔ What You'll Learn: Fundamental principles of access control and physical security Detailed breakdowns of components: ...

For project managers looking to establish credibility and drive winning results, author Tom Kendrick’s groundbreaking system provides the key to leading cross-functional, outsourced, and other types of teams through every stage of the project cycle. Results Without Authority is the definitive...

BASED ON A TRUE STORY: In the late 1940s after the 2nd World War, a classified government program was created in order to explore the military use of psychics to gain an advantage for their soldiers during armed conflict. At a remote laboratory in the mountains, a secret compound comprised of several hundred test subjects were trained to enhance their abilities with the goal of achieving the skills of telepathy and mind control. Assigned to investigate this covert project, Walter Grant found himself entangled in a web of conspiracy and deceit when he discovered that the residents of the ...

Unlock an exciting world of possibilities with our new eBook, Raspberry Pi Programming Essentials. Whether you are a complete newbie or an experienced developer, you will find this comprehensive guide invaluable in taking your Raspberry Pi coding projects to the next level. Dive into the fascinating world of Raspberry Pi programming with this easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide on setting up your Pi and getting started with Python. From building simple LED control projects to advanced automation of your home and robotics, this book covers it all. With 25 information-packed, practical ...