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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Security architects Design engineers Network engineers Cisco integrators and partners Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe Cisco Identity-Based Networking Services (IBNS) for providing access control to corporate networks. Describe Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) authentication types and methods, and the role of Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) in EAP communications. Describe how to configure Cisco Catalyst switches, Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs), and Cisco ISE for 802.1X operation. Describe how to configure access for non-supplicant devices in an 802.1X deployment. Describe how to plan and deploy Cisco IBNS Networks with Cisco ISE and 802.1X. The Introduction to 802.1X Operations for Cisco Security Professionals (802.1X) v1.0 shows you how to configure and prepare to deploy Cisco© Identity-Based Networking Services (IBNS) solutions based on Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco Catalyst switches, and Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers. You will learn the fundamentals of the 802.1X protocol and configuration, Cisco IBNS, configuring access for non-supplicant devices, Cisco ISE deployment options, architectural components, considerations with 802.1X, and more. You will also gain hands-on experience configuring 802.1X?based network services using the Cisco Identity Services Engine and a Cisco Catalyst switch. Describing Cisco Identity-Based Networking Services Cisco IBNS Overview Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) Role in Cisco IBNS Compare Cisco IBNS and Cisco ISE Solutions Explore Cisco IBNS Architecture Components Explore Cisco TrustSec Describing 802.1X EAP Authentication Explore the IEEE 802.1X Standard Explore 802.1X and EAP Explain EAP Methods Describe the Role of RADIUS in EAP Communications Configuring Devices for 802.1X Operation Identify 802.1X Components and Topologies Configure Cisco Catalyst Switch for 802.1X Compare IBNS 1.0 and 2.0 on Cisco Catalyst Switch Configure Cisco WLC for 802.1X Configure Cisco ISE for 802.1X Configure Supplicants for 802.1X Operation Configuring Access for Non-Supplicant Devices Configure Cisco IBNS for Non-Supplicant Devices Explore IBNS 2.0 for Non-Supplicant Devices Configure Cisco Central Web Authentication for Guests Designing Cisco IBNS Networks with Cisco ISE and 802.1X Cisco ISE Architectural Components Introducing the Cisco ISE Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Process Identify Cisco ISE Deployment Options Identify Component Compatibilities with 802.1X Review 802.1X Design Considerations

This course starts with the basics then moves seamlessly to an intermediate level. It includes a comprehensive yet balanced look at the four main components that make up Power BI Desktop: Report view, Data view, Model view, and the Power Query Editor. It also demonstrates how to use the online Power BI service. It looks at authoring tools that enables you to connect to and transform data from a variety of sources, allowing you to produce dynamic reports using a library of visualisations. Once you have those reports, the course looks at the seamless process of sharing those with your colleagues by publishing to the online Power BI service. The aim of this course is to provide a strong understanding of the Power BI analysis process, by working with real-world examples that will equip you with the necessary skills to start applying your knowledge straight away. 1 Getting started The Power BI process Launching Power BI Desktop The four views of Power BI Dashboard visuals 2 Connecting to files Connect to data sources Connect to an Excel file Connect to a CSV file Connect to a database Import vs. DirectQuery Connect to a web source Create a data table 3 Transforming data The process of cleaning data Column data types Remove rows with filters Add a custom column Append data to a table Fix error issues Basic maths operations 4 Build a data model Table relationships Manage table relationships 5 Merge queries Table join kinds Merging tables 6 Create report visualisations Creating map visuals Formatting maps Creating chart visuals Formatting chart Tables, matrixes, and cards Control formatting with themes Filter reports with slicers Reports for mobile devices Custom online visuals Export report data to Excel 7 The power query editor Fill data up and down Split columns by delimiter Add conditional columns Merging columns 8 The M formula Creating M functions Create an IF function Create a query group 9 Pivot and unpivot tables Pivot tables in the query editor Pivot and append tables Pivot but don't summarise Unpivot tables Append mismatched headers 10 Data modelling revisited Data model relationships Mark a calendar as a date table 11 Introduction to calculated columns New columns vs. measures Creating a new column calculation The SWITCH function 12 Introduction to DAX measures Common measure categories The SUM measure Adding measures to visuals COUNTROWS and DISINCTCOUNT functions DAX rules 13 The CALCULATE measure The syntax of CALCULATE Things of note about CALCULATE 14 The SUMX measure The SUMX measure X iterator functions Anatomy of SUMX 15 Introduction to time intelligence Importance of a calendar table A special lookup table The TOTALYTD measure Change year end in TOTALYTD 16 Hierarchy, groups and formatting Create a hierarchy to drill data Compare data in groups Add conditional formatting 17 Share reports on the web Publish to the BI online service Get quick insights Upload reports from BI service Exporting report data What is Q&A? Sharing your reports 18 Apply your learning Post training recap lesson

Presentation on the latest on Palliative Care research and the CHELsea II Trial at Wirral Hospice St John’s by Cheryl Clements This session will cover: - Introduction to the NIHR (National Institute of Health and Care Research) and the new RRDN (Regional Research Delivery Network). - Overview of palliative care. Why we need research. - Palliative care research, and areas of interest. - About the CHELsea II Trial at Wirral St John's Hospice. - Barriers to implementing palliative care research. - NIHR Training Opportunities and Resources. - Question time

This very practical one-day IACCM-approved programme enables participants to manage the process of commercial contracting and contract management effectively and efficiently to ensure value for money, improved service, and appropriate relationships. It covers a wide range of contract types in terms of risk and value. The programme empowers participants with the tools and techniques needed to collaborate with all key stakeholders. By the end of the programme participants will be able to: Understand the total process of managing contracts Exploit opportunities to extract even more added value Develop appropriate relationships with contractors Understand and use a range of contracting strategies and options Measure and improve contract performance Understand the impact of legislation on contract performance 1 Welcome Introductions Aims and objectives Plan for the day 2 Contract management An overview of the contracting process, mapping the 'territory' 3 Contract managers Skills Knowledge Attributes Responsibilities 4 Critical success factors Defining successful outcomes Effective stakeholder engagement Creating a shared vision of the outcomes 5 Placing contracts How to develop an effective specification and scope of work documents How to develop a robust contracting strategy Appropriate types of contract 6 Customers and stakeholders Customer and stakeholder analysis Managing expectations and the 'shared vision' concept to ensure customer co-operation, satisfaction, and delight 7 Working with suppliers Creating and developing commercial relationships Types of relationship How to manage difficult relationships Contractor motivational issues How to use incentives 8 Negotiation and related skills Introduction to key negotiation skills Persuading and influencing skills to work with stakeholders to improve outcomes for all 9 Dealing with change Claims and variations How to challenge contractor claims and requests for variations by making use of contractual terms Specifications to prevent false claims 10 Performance improvement How to measure and improve contractor performance Developing KPI systems Using contractual terms and conditions and basic legal principles 11 Contract close The importance of effective contract close processes 12 Close Review of key learning points Personal action planning

Our Legionella/Water Quality Risk Management – General Awareness course offers a basic introduction to Legionnaires' disease Management and Control.

Come and learn the basics of nutrition in this fun, informative online course. The modules covered include In this 10 lesson course, you will learn Common food intolerances The importance of drinking water Blood sugar balancing and food The importance of nutrition with hormones Myth busting on the popular diets including alkaline, blood group diet and veganism What are macronutrients What are micronutrients Reading food labels Understanding NOVA – the processed food categorisation Further studying options Learning Objectives Your takeaways from the Introduction to Nutrition course will include the ability to: Understand a macronutrient and a micronutrient Critique 5 popular diets Know why drinking water is important Be able to read a food label Describe why food intolerances are important Explain the NOVA categories

Come and learn the basics of Kinesiology in this fun, interactive online course. The modules covered include History of Kinesiology The 7 Factors of the Intervertebral Foramina How to Muscle Test A Kinesiologist Toolkit Testing for Hydration Testing for Protein Deficiency Kinesiology Food Sensitivity Testing Emotional Stress Release How to become a Kinesiology Professional Learning Objectives Your takeaways from the Introduction to Kinesiology course will include the ability to: Understand the origins of Kinesiology Explain the toolkit of a Kinesiologist Perform a basic muscle test Describe the different muscle tests for protein deficiency and hydration Understand how food sensitivity muscle testing works Implement basic Kinesiology tools such as Emotional Stress Release

Are you interested in enrolling on an Online (Distance) Learning Degree at Arts University Plymouth, but curious about how virtually attending an Arts University works? If so, join us online for our Free 3-Session Online Learning Taster Course. An introduction to our January-start degrees. This course has been designed to give you a taste of what it is like to study with us virtually, as well as giving you tailored support for your university application. You will get a virtual art university experience, and a chance to meet some of the lecturers for the subjects you are interested in studying.

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This basic course is designed for system administrators, system architects, application developers, quality assurance specialists, and technical sales and marketing professionals. Overview After completing this course, you should be able to: Summarize current business drivers and the need for flexibility Describe enterprise messaging and the capabilities it must provide Identify the main ways that IBM© MQ can impact application design Describe the basic components of IBM© MQ Differentiate between point-to-point and IBM© MQ cluster connectivity Summarize queue manager and queue manager components administrative tasks Contrast the architectural role of IBM© MQ clusters and multiple instance queue managers Describe the security provisions of IBM© MQ and IBM© MQ Advanced Message Security Describe how IBM© MQ is used as part of the communications infrastructure to: Connect application environments, such as the World Wide Web, enterprise transaction systems, and database systems Manage the distribution of publisher information to appropriate subscribers Provide file transfer management with IBM© MQ Managed File Transfer Serve as a JMS provider Interface with WebSphere Application Server Store in-flight messages for IBM© Integration Bus Interact with z/OS applications Facilitate connectivity to mobile environments with IBM© MQ Telemetry Describe the options for deployment to the Cloud In this course, you learn about IBM© MQ V9 basic components and the path that messages follow when they are exchanged between applications. You also learn how IBM© MQ administrative responsibilities can include the management of topic-based publish/subscribe messaging, managed file transfer, and deployments to the cloud. Topics include an overview of the support that IBM© MQ provides for security, publish/subscribe, high availability, administration, logging, auditing, managed file transfer, MQTT, and cloud options. Course introductionIBM© MQ overviewIBM© MQ basicsMessaging styles, topologies, and architecture overviewSystem administration overviewSecurity overviewIntroduction to IBM© MQ Managed File TransferIntroduction to IBM© MQ Telemetry and IBM© MessageSightIntroduction to the IBM© MQ ApplianceExpanding the scope of IBM© MQCourse summary

Affordable housing has become a hot topic for Wall Street investors, politicians, and the general public. In this introductory webinar, we look at what is affordable housing, and review how investment firms are taking advantage of opportunities in the affordable housing market. Secondly, we will review the differences and similarities of the U.K. and U.S. affordable housing markets. Finally, we analyse current policies and trends in the affordable housing market and discuss potential future developments in this sector.