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NEDAC NEWS NED ALUMNI ASSOCIATION CANADA FIRST AND SECOND QUARTER 2012 VOLUME 5, ISSUE 1
NEDAC ORGANIZED GRAND MUSICAL EVENING - Page 12
SOCIAL ASPECT OF SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT - Page 14
DR. QAVI QAZI PASSES AWAY - Page 06
Late HUSSAIN UQAILI
We Lost Our Beloved Veteran NEDian
On 15th
March, 2012 pg 4
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EDITOR’S NOTE:
Greater Toronto Area is new
home to a major chunk of
NEDAC membership. Our
members are scattered all
over the city which stretches
80 km east to west and 30 km
north to south. NEDAC is a
platform which provides
opportunities to all its
members to come together
not only from GTA but from
surrounding cities also.
Different social activities are
organized, like Annual
Dinner, Family Picnic,
Musical Evenings etc, for this
purpose.
This Newsletter is also one of
the means to bring NEDAC
members together. All
attempts are made to make it
interesting for everyone. We
need the support of our
members in this undertaking.
People who can write are
encouraged to come up with
your articles. If you have any
news about your family,
friends, NED University or
any Engineering Activity
please share with NEDAC
members. These pages are for
you, take maximum benefit
of them.
In the month of March, our
Senior Member Mr. Hussain
Uqaili passed away. Inna
lillahe wa Inna Elehyr
Rajaioon. His services will
always be remembered for
Engineers in Pakistan, and
especially to NEDAC in
Canada.
NEDAC‟s Fourth Elections
are very close now. The
election fever is going to
increase with every day. I
would request the NEDAC
members to come forward
and take active part in the
elections. Either run for any
position on the Board or elect
someone who you feel is the
best person for the job. Don‟t
give your vote to anyone just
for friendship.
A reminder that the Annual
Dinner is going to be on 19th
October, 2012. You can get
tickets from any of the Board
Members. We had a very
successful Family Picnic and
Grand Musical Evening this
year. This year‟s Annual
Dinner is going to follow suit
and is anticipated to break all
past records.
Aman S. Siddiqui, P.Eng.
B.E. Civil, M.Sc. Env.
CONTENTS EDITOR’S NOTE 02
PRESIDENT’S NOTE 03
HUSSAIN UQAILI 04
DR. QAVI QAZI 06
7 OUTSTANDING
ENGINEERS 07
BRIDGING PROGRAM FOR
ENGINEERS08
FAMILY PICNIC 2012 09
PDC SEMINAR ON SOLAR
POWER 11
DR.ZUBZIR’S SON-
VALIMA 13
GRAND MUSICAL
EVENING 14
SOCIAL ASPECT OF
SOLID WASTE MGMT. 16
JOKES/FOOD FOR
THOUGHT 18
A POEM BY HUSSAIN
UQAILI 19
NEDAC BOARD MEMBERS
GALLERY 20
EDITOR
Mr. Aman Siddiqui, P.Eng, Executive Member
EDITORIAL COMMITTEE
Mr. Irfan Arab, P.Eng. Joint Secretary.
Mr. Masood Anjum Khan, Information/ Publication
Ms. Nazli Khan, P. Eng. Executive Member
ADDRESS:
3569 Aquinas Av.,
Mississauga, ON L5M 7L7
EMAIL:
WEBSITE:
www.nedaluminicanada.org
Dear NEDAC Members: Play Your Role for Developing Links!
NEDAC News provides a platform to all NEDAC members to
get closer to each other. You can get involved by sending in
your opinions, suggestions, write-ups, news, any relevant
activity or information etc.
Aman Siddiqui, Editor ‘NEDAC News’
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Like the previous year
NEDAC continued its
activities during 2012 with
the similar enthusiasm for the
benefit of its members. We
began with a valuable
technical seminar on “Solar
Power Systems for Domestic
Purposes” which was largely
attended and appreciated by
the participants.
We have continued with the
provision of valuable services
and assistance to the
members for their job search
and one to one advice in
obtaining the engineering
licenses. Work on enrolment
of new members was pursued
with greater force. I am
pleased to report that our
strength has now grown to
393 members. NEDAC
continues to be the largest
NED Alumni organization in
North America and, perhaps,
in the world.
The Social Committee of
NEDAC organized two
notable events which were
great success. The first was a
“Musical Night and Dinner”
at Woodbine Convention
Centre and Banquet Hall in
which Ghazal singing by
Shah Quarin and Sitar
rendering by Ustad
Khursheed Anwer were
greatly lauded by NEDAC
members and their guests.
The second event was the
most recent family picnic at
the picturesque Erindale Park
in Mississauga. A large
number of members, their
friends and children enjoyed
this family picnic which
included sports, networking
and delicious food.
During the next six months
we will have another
technical seminar, annual
function and the elections for
the new office bearers. The
“Sixth NEDAC Annual
Dinner and Musical Night”
will be held on Friday
October 19, 2012. Please
mark your calendar and do
not book any other
engagement on this date.
NEDAC elections will be
held in the second or third
week of November 2012.
In the end I would like to
sincerely thank the Board
members for their hard work
and the unflinching support
and participation of our
members in the various
NEDAC activities and events
without which we would not
have been so successful.
With best regards and good
wishes,
Ismat Kamal, P. Eng.
NEDAC BOARD
President:
Mr. Ismat Kamal, P. Eng.
Vice President:
Mr. Syed Imran Ahmed
General Secretary:
Mr. Syed Hussain Haider
Joint Secretary:
Mr. Irfan Arab, P. Eng.
Finance Secretary:
Mr. Osaid Syed
Social Secretary:
Mr. Arif Ali Syed
Information and
Publication Secretary:
Mr. Masood Anjum Khan
NED Liaison Secretary:
Mr. Mohammad Khalid,
P. Eng.
Executive Members:
Ms. Nazli Khan, P. Eng.
Mr. Aman Siddiqui, P.Eng
Mr. AsafMaroof
Mr. Farrukh Karamat
Mr. Ishtiaq Ahmad
Mr. Nadeem Ahmed
Mr. Nasir F. Muhiuddin
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By Syed Naseeruddin
NEDAC members were
grieved to know about
the sad demise of Mr.
Hussain Uqaili- the
veteran NEDAC member
who left this world on
15th March 2012, after a
prolonged illness, at the
Credit Valley Hospital,
Mississauga.
The late Hussain Uqaili was a member of the
ADHOC Committee of the NEDians that
founded NEDAC in 2006. He was one of the
Election Committee Members who carried out
The election formalities of NEDAC‟s first
Election on September 10, 2006. He had been
very supportive of NEDAC events and rarely
missed any event.
NEDAC members must have seen him on
November 13, 2010, when he came to cast his
vote on a wheelchair for the NEDAC Election.
This was, unfortunately, his last appearance on a
NEDAC event - he was diagnosed with ALS
(Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) in Aug. 2010
and fought against this illness till his last breath.
Here is a brief life history of this great NEDian
which was provided by his son Yaqub Uqaili,
who is also a NEDAC Member.
Born on January 27, 1945 in Thatta, British
India (now part of Sindh, Pakistan), he attained
early education from Muslim School Akhund
Bradia, Thatta & Govt. High School, Thatta and
NJV School Karachi. He completed
Intermediate Science in 1962 from DJ Science
College in Karachi, and graduated with Bachelor
of Engineering (Mechanical) from NED Govt.
Engineering College, Karachi, in 1967. The
degree was granted by the University of Karachi
as NED was a faculty of engineering under the
University of Karachi at that time.
His professional career started in 1967 as
Apprentice Engineer (Mechanical) in H.E.
Division WPIDC, Karachi and after six months
he was transferred to Heavy Mechanical
Complex (Taxila) as Assistant Manager (Tech)
under WPIDC.
He served on different engineering and
management levels at different Cement
Industries of Pakistan such as Maple Leaf
Cement, Thatta Cement, Mustehkam Cement,
Dadabhoy Cement, Zeal Pak Cement and
Javedan Cement. He had also worked as
Superintending Engineer at Pakistan Steel Mills
Corporation for one year 1975-76. He retired
from the State Cement Corporation of Pakistan
as the Managing Director of Javedan Cement
Factory in 1998.
WE LOST OUR BELOVED VETERAN NEDian
HUSSAIN UQAILI
On NEDAC Election Day September 10, with
2006 , with Sahir, Rizwan and Abrar.
With VC Abul Kalam in 2009, while VC was
visiting Canada.
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He migrated to Canada in 1998 - In Canada,
he did some casual work and dedicated most
of his time helping his wife in her business.
He was involved in volunteer and social
activities too. He was one of the Advisors of
Canada Pakistan Friendship Association
(CPFA), a well-known Pakistani organization
in Toronto for its volunteer services. Mr.
Uqaili also actively participated in SANA
(Sindhi Association of North America). Mr.
Gul Nawaz a prominent politician always
remembers him as a strong and dedicated
political activist who worked day and night
when Mr. Nawaz contested for MPP in 2001.
Personal Life - Married in Oct. 1965, he was a
dedicated husband and father and has left behind
him his wife, four sons and two daughters. He
was extremely hardworking and an inspiration to
all around him. Some would describe him as a
fascinating and magnetic personality – his
achievements included translating various
textbooks (from English to Sindhi), facilitating
internship opportunities (MBA students in
Pakistan), his immense confidence and ability to
speak up in a crowd where most would hesitate.
He uprooted his entire family from Pakistan and
immigrated to Canada (despite family
opposition) with the hope of better future
prospects for his children in Canada.
Here are some memorable pictures of Late
Hussain Uqaili
2006
HUSSAIN UQAILI, announcing the results of the 2006 NEDAC Elections.
HUSSAI N UQAILI in 2003
On NEDAC Election Day, Nov. 13, 2010
In Credit Valley Hospital, Nov.2003
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Dr. Qavi Qazi of NED Electrical Department
passes away after suffering a heart attack on
April 22, 2012.
He was Professor of Electrical Engineering,
Dean of Engineering,
Acted as Vice-Chancellor of NED University,
Vice-Chancellor of Nawabshah Engineering
University.
May Allah rest his soul in peace and grant him a
permanent abode in Jannah.
Ameen
Dr. Qavi Alvi Passes Away
Innna Lillahi Wa Inna Illayhi Rajaoon
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By Hussain Haider
Canada‟s engineering profession celebrated the
accomplishments of seven outstanding
professional engineers and one engineering
project. Recipients of the Awards are selected by
the Engineers Canada Awards Committee based
on the terms of reference and selection criteria
for each award. Key factors considered by the
Committee include engineering significance,
service to the engineering profession, service to
the community and contribution to engineering
education.
Gold Medal Award
Wilfrid Morin, ing., M.Sc.A.
This year‟s Gold Medal Award recipient is
Wilfrid Morin, ing.,M.Sc.A. He is a consulting
engineer with expertise in civil, highway and
water treatment engineering, Mr. Morin headed
Teknika HBA, a Quebec engineering firm of
1,100 employees, and oversaw a merger that
created a world-class company with 3,300
employees. His management and focus on
workplace quality of life led to Teknika HBA
being listed among Quebec‟s best employers and
the 50 best-managed companies in Canada.
National Award for an Engineering Project or
Achievement
Port of Belledune Expansion Project New
Brunswick
The Port of Belledune on the north shore along
the Bay of Chaleur in New Brunswick provides
worldwide shipping access through the North
Atlantic. The expansion project represents the
largest single capital project in the port‟s history
and provides a foundation for future industrial
represents the largest single capital project in the
port‟s history and provides a foundation for
future industrial development and related
business opportunities. The $65.5-million
project was jointly funded by the governments
of Canada and
New Brunswick as well as the Port of Belledune.
Medal for Distinction in Engineering
Education
John Nychka, PhD, P.Eng.APEGA
An associate professor in the Department of
Chemical and Materials Engineering at the
University of Alberta‟s Faculty of Engineering,
Dr. Nychka‟s mission is to train people in the
creation and dissemination of knowledge.
Redefining failure as a positive and integral part
of teaching and learning has allowed him to
explore the various ways of challenging students
in order to keep them engaged and motivated.
His demonstrations are always playful and sure
to capture student interest through the
explanation of difficult concepts.
Young Engineering Achievement Award
Milica Radisic, PhD, P.Eng. PEO
An associate professor at the University of
Toronto. Dr. Radisic is an international leader in
the emerging field of tissue engineering and
regenerative medicine. Her ground-breaking
work has the potential to significantly improve
the quality of life for the estimated 70,000
Canadians who suffer from heart attacks every
year., Dr. Radisic has been included on many
lists of young innovators to watch, both
nationally and internationally.
Meritorious Service Award for Community
Service
Anna Dunets Wills, B.A.Sc., M.Eng. P.Eng.
PEO
Municipal engineer Anna Dunets Wills designs
road, sanitation, housing, water and food supply
infrastructure that has served communities in
Canada‟s North and throughout the world,
including Eastern Europe, Ghana, Lesotho
,Mongolia, Uganda and Zimbabwe .Her work
provides examples of best practices for
7 Outstanding Engineers
& an Engineering Project Awarded By ENGINEERS CANADA
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community and societal change through
sustainable infrastructure development in both
local and global contexts .Ms. Dunets Wills
works closely with the Canadian mining
community to share her philosophy and best
practices.
Gold Medal Student Award
Saksham Uppal PEO (Student Member)
Fourth-year University of Toronto engineering
science student Saksham Uppal‟s interest in
innovation and entrepreneurship has led him to
help develop the Nspire Innovation Network “to
foster Canada‟s next generation of innovative
chief executive officers, founders and leaders in
the business and technology space
Meritorious Service Award for Professional
Service
Paul Blanchard, FEC, P.Eng. APEGBC
Electrical engineer Paul Blanchard has been a
strong and consistent voice of the engineering
profession for nearly 40 years. His career
achievements are surpassed only by his
commitment to professional service, which
includes mentoring young engineers. He
currently sits on the APEGBC Fairness Panel,
Discipline Committee, and Benevolent Fund. On
the national level, Mr. Blanchard has served on
the Canadian Engineering Qualifications Board
for the past seven years.
Award for the Support of Women in the
Engineering Profession
Catherine Roome, P.Eng. APEGBC
The president and chief executive officer of the
BC Safety Authority, MS. Roome is dedicated
to
service, public safety and the advancement of
women in engineering. In addition to her
expertise
on safety and risk management, she is a valued
leader, role model and mentor. Ms. Roome
has encouraged countless young women to
pursue engineering as a career. A supporter of
organizations such as West coast Women in
Engineering, Science & Technology, and the
Minerva Foundation for BC Women,
Bridging Program for Engineers
By University of Toronto
Licensing International Engineers into the
Profession (LIEP) is a unique program that
offers required professional engineering courses
at the University of Toronto in lieu of PEO‟s
Confirmatory Examination Program. In addition
we offer preparation support for the Professional
Practice Exam (PPE) and employment success
support. Each applicant will receive a
customized learning plan from the LIEP
program staff.
For more information, please view our LIEP
Information Brochure.
For applying to the LIEP Bridging Program,
please see our LIEP Application Checklist
http://learn.utoronto.ca/international-
professionals/bridging-program-engineers
Email: [email protected]
Fax: (416) 978-6666
Mail: Program Assistant
LIEP Program
158St.George Street, Toronto,
ON, M5S 2V8.
Phone: (416) 978-5662
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The Family Picnic has become such a tradition
for NEDIANS that, with the arrival of summer,
everybody starts waiting for the day when they
can enjoy with their friends of youth. This year
again, NEDAC served its purpose by
providing this opportunity to its members.
A large crowd (approximately 160 people)
reached Area „E‟ of Erindale Park on June
16th 2012 for NEDAC FAMILY PICINIC
2012.
The weather was spectacular. It was a nice
sunny day, with the breeze creating perfect
conditions for kite flying. Our NEDIANS
availed the chance and had fun of kite
flying in the expanse of the grassy fields of
Erindale Park, along with those who were
playing cricket, soccer and other sports.
This year‟s specialty was the snacks
arranged by Muhammad Khalid (Liaison
Secretary, NEDAC Board). It seems he was very
careful in having something for the taste buds of
all age groups. There were cherries,
strawberries, grapes, pretzels, barbeque corns,
cheese balls, Bombay mix, potato chips of
various varieties and an assortment of toffees
and chocolates. Everything was in abundance
and people were frequently seen munching on
something.
Chicken Tikka, Biryani, Qorma, Kheer, Salad,
Raita and Nan were served at lunch time. The
food was so tasty and appetizing that everybody
could not help but do justice to the food.
Coincidentally, it was the birthday of Irfan Arab
(Joint Secretary, NEDAC Board) which became
the highlight of the day. His mother brought a
large cake which was enjoyed as the
delicacy of the day.
Any mishap in events like this add
thrill to the event. A week before the
event, City of Mississauga cancelled
the Area E which was booked five
months in advance. This is the best
portion of Erindale Park and has a
shelter. Aman Siddiqui, Board
Member of NEDAC, fought the case
and successfully got the location
reinstated. In short, this event was a
big success for everyone.
FAMILY PICNIC 2012
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Reported by Muhammad Khalid, P.Eng.
Liaison Secretary, NEDAC.
NEDAC Professional Development Team
(PDC) arranged a seminar on “Solar Power
for Domestic Use” in March 2012. The
presentation was given by Richard
Bartolomeu of GTA Renewable System Inc.
The Seminar was attended by about 50
NEDAC Members and non-members which
took place at Olympia Community Center on
March 4th 2012.
The presenter, Richard Bartolomeu discussed
about the benefit of the solar power, its cost
analysis, payback time, and impact on environments through
various tables and slides.
Richard provided the technical details of the solar panels and
explained that;
• Each module cell generates an open circuit voltage of
typically .5 - .6 VDC at 25 deg C (STC)
• Cells are wired in series with typically 60/72 cells per module
• Typical open circuit voltages for a 60 cell module is 60X.6= 36
VDC and for 72 cell module 72X.6= 43.2 VDC
• Modules generate some heat and can be as much as 25 degrees
higher than the ambient temperature
• Roof mounted panels are normally mounted (4”) above the roof
surface to allow for cooling air flow under the panel
NEDAC PDC Seminar on Solar Power
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How Solar Cells are connected:
How they look like in real life:
Solar power in Canada To date, the main applications of solar energy technologies in Canada have been for non-electricity active solar
system applications for space heating, water heating and drying crops and lumber.
PV cells are increasingly used as standalone units across the country, mostly as off-grid distributed electricity
generation to power remote homes, cottages, telecommunications equipment, oil and pipeline monitoring stations and
navigational devices.
Canadian companies make solar modules, controls, specialized water pumps, high efficiency refrigerators and solar
lighting systems. Canada's total PV power installed capacity reached 94.57. MW in 2009 compared to 32.72 MW at
the end of 2008.
www.centreforenergy.com
.
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SON OF DR. ZUBAIR AHMED GETS MARRIED
Waqas Ahmed , son of Dr. Zubair Ahmed, the first President of NEDAC, got married on
March 4, 2012 with Sabahath Akbar. The marriage ceremony took place in the beautiful
atmosphere of a Banquet Hall in Toronto in the presence of a large number of NEDAC
members, their families, friends and other guests who were treated to a delicious dinner. The
Editorial Board wishes the newly wedded couple a very happy married life and offers
felicitations to the parents of the couple on this happy occasion.
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GRAND MUSICAL EVENING
The social committee of NEDAC organized the
first ever musical evening in the history of
NEDAC. At first, the program was designed for
an audience of 70 to 80 persons. As the
arrangements progressed, it was felt that the
interest of the members was increasing day by
day. Social committee kept on revising its
estimates about the number of audience, but the
fun loving and brilliant NEDians had sensed the
quality of the forthcoming program. After all,
their favorite NEDian „Shah Quarin‟ was going
to perform. To everybody‟s joy, all the estimates
fell short and an audience of 260 people was
witnessed in the hall.
No doubt this musical evening can be declared
as a „Grand Musical Evening‟. All applause
goes to the Social Committee, especially Social
Secretary Arif Syed and his life partner Uzma
Arif who put all their efforts to make this
program a success.
Shah Quarin mesmerized the audience by his
ghazal singing. Great ustad Anwer Khursheed‟s
performance on sitar created a magnificent
environment of purity and rhythm. His
performance was gratis for NEDians. NEDAC
members – Arif Syed and Roohi entertained the
audience with their unique style of singing.
This evening also gave us an opportunity to
listen to Guest singers Mr. & Mrs. Khalid
Waheed whose performance was greatly
applauded. The heart touching performance of
professional singers Ranjeet and Geeta rounded
off the intimate and eclectic evening.
A sumptuous Buffet Dinner was served for the
ravenous NEDians and their families. Every
moment of the evening provided entertainment
and pleasure. The evening continued till 2:00am.
GOOD JOB SOCIAL COMMITTEE!
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Here are some photographs of the Musical
Evening:
Above; Shah Quarin with Tabla nawaz
ready for the performance while respected
NEDian Rasool Ahmed Kaleemi is present
on the stage as MC.
Left; Arif Ali Syed, Social Secretary,
entertaining audience by his singing.
Middle; Audience being pleased by the
performance of the Artists.
Below left; Attendees enjoying the food.
Below right; Ustad Anwer Khursheed on
Sitar.
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By Aman Siddiqui, P.Eng.
In the present day urban setup, Solid Waste is
considered a problem instead of being dealt with
as a resource. Increasing population densities in
urban centers have given garbage handling a
new meaning. Though the latest approach to this
issue is a turnaround towards the old ways of
Reduce, Recycling, Repair and Reuse, a mega
shift in the state of mind is required to make this
happen.
Something good has happened at engineering
and management levels. Advancements in
recycling activities are quite noticeable.
Development
of separation,
collection,
and
transportation
and landfill
site
technologies
has resulted
in
improvement
from Public
Health
Engineering
Perspective.
With the changing life style, the generation of
Solid Waste has escalated. This needs to be
checked. For example, if someone discards a
useful piece of furniture just for style or fashion,
that piece of furniture becomes a trash. All the
resources used in manufacturing that piece of
furniture are wasted. It is not the issue of
handling solid waste only. Rather, the wastage
of scarce resources, the land, energy etc all
should be taken into account.
The generation of solid waste is increased by the
lavish way of living – it has given rise to many
issues of today‟s life. Twenty percent of the
world‟s population is consuming eighty percent
of the resources; on the other hand, eighty
percent citizens of this planet are surviving on
the remaining twenty percent resources. The
communities where this gap is quite visible,
problems like corruption, lawlessness,
inefficient governance etc are observed.
The Reduction of Solid Waste starts with a
simple way of living. This includes having a
small wardrobe, long-lasting furniture, simple
foods, small houses, lesser number of cars, etc.
This decreases the demand on the natural capitol
of the earth and evolves an environment of
peace and tranquility in the society.
Another important factor is the dumping of
garbage at dumping grounds or engineered
facilities like Landfill Sites. No community in
the present day world likes a Landfill Site or
dumping ground located within their
community. Further these dumping grounds no
matter how well engineered are polluting the
earth to some degree. Cities are unable to take
care of their own garbage.
Social Aspect of Solid Waste Management
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Reduction in Solid Waste has become a
necessity not a choice. Any way, we have to
come up with ideas to reduce the solid waste.
Another useful idea is the diversion of Solid
waste to recycling plants instead of landfill sites.
This activity has increased multifold and now it
is very common to see products prepared by
recyclable materials. Now people are themselves
encouraging the products or packing materials
which can be recycled.
Solid Waste Management at the level of
Individual is most effective. In olden days
people used to have lesser needs, culture of
Repair and Reuse was everywhere. As a result
individuals in a society were more connected to
each other and the societies themselves were
more adhered to other societies.
Solid Waste Management at Municipal level is
expensive and cumbersome. Though the rich
urban centers are controlling solid waste issues
successfully using engineering technologies but
the urban centers with fewer resources are in
dire situation. A good quantity is always
scattered in streets and whatever is collected is
disposed of in dumping grounds near cities
which become a source pollution and disease.
We as human beings are sufficiently
knowledgeable to understand that the Water, Air
and Land Surface on this earth are not unlimited.
These elements are vital for our survival.
Unfortunately, more enlightened we are getting,
more we are polluting and wasting these
resources fundamental to our well being. We
need a cleaner earth for us and for our
generations to come.
A change in attitudes towards our well being is
of the essence and is required for a improved
Solid Waste Management. This will bring
changes at all levels of the Society. Like Change
in Living Style, Business and Manufacturing,
Economy, employment behaviors, Laws/ Rules/
Regulations, Governance, and above all a
cleaner world and responsible Human Beings.
COLLECTION COST OF SW in GTA. Source: http://csconramp.mah.gov.on.ca/fir/ViewFIR2009.htm
Regional municipalities Collection Total cost of collection per ton 2009
City of Toronto Mostly public $72.22 Regional Municipality of Durham Private (Whitby and Oshawa are
public) $85.74
Regional Mun. of Halton Private $86.79 Regional Mun. of Peel Private $106.79 York Local municipalities are responsible N/A
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In many ineffective reports, it is often not the wording itself that is faulty but rather the placement and flow of
information. It could be easy to assume, since technical documents need to be subdivided into appropriate
sections, the flow of information will arise as a matter of course. This is not so.
Even in a heavily sectioned document the flow of information can be ineffective. Information structure is critical
because, to retrieve material from a document, engineers go through specific reading processes. I f the structure
thwarts those processes, and then the reader can waste a lot of time trying to understand it.
Excerpt from ‘Professional Communications’ A handbook For Civil Engineers
By HEATHER SILYN-ROBERTS, Ph.D.
To the optimist, the glass is half full. To the pessimist, the glass is half empty. To the engineer, the glass is twice as big as it needs to be.
**************
A priest, a doctor, and an engineer were waiting
one morning for a particularly slow group of
golfers. The engineer fumed, "What's with those
blokes? We must have been waiting for fifteen
minutes!"
The doctor chimed in, "I don't know, but I've
never seen such inept golf!" The priest said,
"Here comes the greens keeper. Let's have a
word with him." He said, "Hello,
George! what's wrong with that group ahead of
us? They're rather slow,
aren't they?"
The greens keeper replied, "Oh, yes. That's a
group of blind firefighters. They lost their sight
saving our clubhouse from a fire last
year, so we always let them play for free
anytime."
The group fell silent for a moment.
The priest said, "That's so sad. I think I will say
a special prayer for them tonight."
The doctor said, "Good idea. I'm going to
contact my ophthalmologist colleague and see if
there's anything he can do for
them."
The engineer said, "Why can't they play at
night?"
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Engineering Laws
Any circuit design must contain at least one part which is obsolete, two parts which are
Nothing ever gets built on schedule or within budget. A failure will not appear till a unit has passed final inspection. If you can’t fix it — document it. The primary function of the design engineer is to make things difficult for the fabricator and impossible for the serviceman
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A boy was crossing the road one day when a
frog called out to him and said, "If you kiss me,
I'll turn into a beautiful princess." He bent over,
picked up the frog and put it in his pocket.
The frog spoke up again and said, "If you kiss
me and turn me back into a beautiful Princess, I
will stay with you for one week." The boy took
the frog out of his pocket, smiled at it and
returned it to his pocket
The frog then cried out, "If you kiss me and turn
me back into a beautiful Princess, I'll stay with
you and do anything you want." Again the boy
took the frog out, smiled at it and put it back into
his pocket. Finally the frog asked, "What is it?
I've told you I'm a beautiful Princess, that I'll
stay with you for a week and do anything you
want. Why won't you kiss me?"
The boy said, "Look, I'm an engineering major. I
don't have time for girlfriends, but a talking frog
is really cool."
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What is the difference between mechanical
engineers and civil engineers?
Mechanical engineers build weapons and civil
engineers build targets.
JOKES
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A Poem by Hussain Uqaili while he was at Credit Valley Hospital. We are thankful to Syed
Naseeruddin Bhai for providing this piece of literature which we are proudly publishing in NEDAC
Newsletter. Uqaili sahib was suffering from a disease called ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).
The Journey to Fight my ALS By Hussin Uqaili
Verse 1:
Sixty eight years in this world has helped me to grow,
Teaching me all the wonderful things I now know,
Happiness, education, and a life full of love,
Where I have recognized the Greatness from Above.
Verse 2:
The Greatness of God always paves the way for me,
He helps me stay strong and then helps me feel free,
Though my struggle with pain and disease is so strong,
My duty towards God is to fight to carry on.
Chorus:
Eye to eye, mind to mind, has helped me carry on,
Connecting with others in a meaningful way, May help my ALS be won,
To fight for a voice, and to share what is true, is what I vow to do,
Eye to eye, mind to mind, sitting here talking with you.
Verse 3:
New friends and old have been a blessing indeed,
Helping me grow, like water to a seed,
Visits are like psychotherapeutic treatments to me,
We cross the bridges together, which helps me succeed.
Verse4:
From the day my ALS journey first begun,
Angles sent from God arrived one by one,
Providing such great treatment and care to me,
At home, and in hospital, to help the needy.
Chorus….
Eye to eye, mind to mind, has helped me carry on,
Connecting with others in a meaningful way, May help my ALS be won,
To fight for a voice, and to share what is true, is what I vow to do,
Eye to eye, mind to mind, sitting here talking with you.
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