Archive for September, 2009

Building??

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

ok soo i want to build something i just dont know what
soo could anyone give me any ideas on what to build i have tools and i will have acses to wood and maybe some metal soo ya any ideas oo and have the idea not super hard to build

oo and please give any instructions on ho to build it

try to go at this site http://en.wikipedia.org/ it’s help you

What are the average salary for Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in Singapore?

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

What are the average salary for Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in Singapore? Sgd Thankyou!

That all depends on how much experience and at what level of maintenance you are at, since it is an airline there are different stages of engineering/maintenance programs but check with the career oppurtunities at the specified airline and they will help with this

What are some low maintenance plants that would be good for a dorm room?

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Being that I live in a dorm room, I don’t necessarily feel the most pro earth. I really want to get some plants (oxygen) into my dorm room. Are there any specifically that would be good for my situation? Are there any plants, small trees, flowers that are low maintenance that you would recommend? Ones that wouldn’t get a lot of sunshine, however WOULD be watered daily.

Philodendron plants are hardy and low maintenance. There are several varieties. They cascade over the container and trail, so they would be especially attractive on a high shelf. Another plant is the Iron Plant, I believe it’s called, or some people call it Mother in Law Tongue.
It’s an upright plant with thick dark green shoots.

Google in Low maintenance houseplants and see what you find.

You might be able to use a plant light if the plants require a lot of light.

How much do Maintenance fees go up between 1br and 2br for condo?

Monday, September 28th, 2009

When buying a condo, how much does the maintenance fee go up on the average from 1br to 2br? I’m in Toronto by the way.

that will depend on the condo complex. They may decide fees by square footage, percentage of the complex, simply by number of units, or whatever way they want…look a the covenants and documentation to find out.

How about career and salary packages in Aircraft Maintenance Engineer?

Sunday, September 27th, 2009

Can any one guide me in Airlines field ? I want to know Aircraft maintenance Engineer, Pilot course like which is best,speed grow to settle in these two fields that which we can get more salaries and qualification to do this and eye sight , height for the pilot

First, unless you are silly like me, you either become just a pilot, or just a mechanic.

To become a mechanic there are several way to do it. The best way would be to enroll in a technical school that teaches an AME or A & P course. This will cost money but will make you far more employable. Some people can get jobs with an airline with no training, but you generally start as a cleaner, parts clerk, or interior technician while you build up skills. If you are in the US you write your exams after you finish the course and you get an A & P certificate. After a few years and more tests you can get your IA (Inspector Authorization) which allows you to certify the work on aircfraft. In Canada you write exams after your course (except air regs) and complete a 48 month apprenticeship (of which a certified course will give you credit for 18). Then you are issued an AME license which gives you authority to certify work on aircraft (with some limitations).

Starting wages for airline mechanics are in the $17-$20/hr range. Once licensed (A & P with IA and type endorsement or AME M2 with type endorsement) expect a wage between $27-$35/hr for airlines. If you are working for an airline, expect a lot of graveyard shifts and weekends until you climb the seniority list.

Now for the pilot side. There are no height restrictions for civilian pilots but all must have 20/20 vision (corrected or uncorrected). A flight school will give you all the information you need but there are many different types, so check out a few of them. Some will offer accelerated training in a university style environment and will give you an aviation diploma (which is what most airlines want, although they will take a four year degree in lieu). Other flight schools are more of the mom and pop variety, but generally pay closer attention to detail and are available to glean extra advice during non flying time. You will start out with a private pilots license and work towards a commercial certificate (250hours total time in the US, 200 in Canada). On the way to becoming a commercial pilot you should pick up your multi engine and instrument rating.

After you are done your commercial training you will get on with a small air taxi, charter, or flight school to build up hours. Your goal is to get an Airline Transport Pilot License which you will need to fly with the airlines.

To get enough hours and experience to fly with a major airline takes about ten years of hard work, determination, low paying jobs, and terrible hours. Starting wages for pilots are about $20,000/year. Regional airline first officers get about $20-$25,000/year going up to about $50,000/year for a regional captain. Major airline first officers start at about $40,000/year going up well into the six figures for a senior captain.

Good luck.

What kinds of maintenance would a car need within 9 months?

Saturday, September 26th, 2009

I’m a Senior in High School and compiling info about the finances I’d need to own a car. I’d only be driving it for nine months before I went to college.

So . . . If you know a lot about cars - How much and what types of maintenance would a car need within 9 months of ownership?

Well depends on the mileage of the car and previous maintenance done on it. If new very little if any depending on the amount of miles driven. Oil change is so critical. Fresh oil keeps seals pliable so they don’t leak and cost money down the road. So figure $40 for an LOF (lube,oil,and filter), Tires rotated around every other lof or 10,000 miles $20. So I guess ruffly 9 months normal driving and good maintenance I say….$100-$250

What is good software for building a custom interface to a sql DB?

Friday, September 25th, 2009

I’m building an inventory database and want to build a custom interface for it. Are there any good, perhaps template-based tools to do this?

I don’t truly understand your question. If you mean creating your own database program for viewing information and adding (e.g. phpMyAdmin) then I have no clue.
If it has to do with script, e-mail because i can’t answer twice! :3

Can a maintenance man just come into your home?

Friday, September 25th, 2009

I live in an apartment building of 10 residents. About two to three months ago our maintenance man has moved into one of the apartments. Is he allowed to come in and do inspections based upon his feelings of other residents,besides of emergencies? isn’t there privacy acts or something like that?

READ your lease. He CANNOT just enter your apartment without notice. He may not be aware of the law. You can write manager with copy to him that you wish the notice required by your lease prior to maintenance man entering your place. Of course if there’s water leaking or some other emergency, he can enter to see about that.

Tips for building a house in an earthquake zone?

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

As a school project I need to make a brochure on safe houses in an earthquake zone. However, I have searched and there aren’t very many websites that provide the information. Does anybody know any tips for building houses in earthquake zones?
Thanks very much for the detailed answers Radzewicz and Adi_Berkley, they’re really helping!

There’s actually quite a bit of info on building for earthquakes, I’ve posted some Wiki pages below.

Earthquakes typically occur around fault zones, but every location and any location in the world will experience an earthquake at some point in time. Like the unexpected one in New Madras, Missouri.

In quake prone areas engineers have come up with numerous building proceedures and codes to help withstand and minimize shaking. Tall buildings have rooftop counterweights, multifloor buildings have reinforced floors and walls. In calif. you can’t build within 50 feet of a known fault. Landfilling must be done with lots of rock contain or prevent liquifaction of the soil.

Concrete is reinforced. Houses are attached to foundations and what’s call "shear walls" are created to transfer motion back to the foundation.

In the interior, waterheaters, exhaust stacks, bookcases and highboys are bolted to the walls and chandaliers have extra strong hangings. Gas lines have easily accessible shutoff valves.

And you never use brick in quake areas as it cracks along the mortar lines.

Read up and good luck.

What would happen if I built an unconventional house that did not meet the building codes?

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

I am interested in a building a house using non-traditional and unconventional building methods. This house probably would not meet the local building codes. I already understand that securing any necessary financing to build the house would be difficult and that it would also be more difficult to insure the house once built. What I am not sure of is how the local government would react if I built a house without any effort to satisfy the building codes. Would there be any legal action taken against me? Would they try to prevent me from occupying my own home?

Before you even START building, you’ll have to get a building permit from the city or local government. To do this, you’ll have to provide them with architectural renderings (blueprints) that show every aspect of the house: dimensions, building materials to be used, electrical and plumbing schematics, and what the exterior will be made of, as well as other things.

Some localities dictate what the exterior must look like. For example, in our city, the exterior of the house MUST BE at least 70% brick.

If there is nothing adherently dangerous about how you’re building the house–such as building a "hay bale" house–it’s possible you could argue your case before the city’s board of adjustments to get a variance. (BTW–hay bale houses are supposed to be VERY save, VERY easy to build, and VERY energy efficient. Those would be good arguing points if that’s what you are trying to build.) If they give you a variance, there are various times throughout the building process you’ll have to have inspectors come out and inspect the work that has been completed. (Electrical when the electrial work is finished to make sure it’s up to code, same thing for plumbing, insulation, framing, etc.)

No matter what, it would be unadvisable to start building without the proper building permits. Not only can the city come in and tear down what you’ve already done, but you can be subject to fines and even jail time.