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Welcome from the Principal As the newly appointed Principal Designate of the University Technical College Norfolk, it is a pleasure to introduce you to our prospectus. The goal of the UTC Norfolk is simple. We will provide students with the skills and qualifications to, either, go on to university, or to take up skilled employment at 18. To achieve this, we offer a rigorous package of academic study, practical skill development and work experience. We have a particular focus on the advanced engineering and energy sectors, but we will provide a sound educational foundation for any student who has an interest in engineering, science, maths or computing careers. We will open in September 2014 and we have just started to recruit students, currently in Year 9 and Year 11, who would like to join our first cohort for next September. We own a fabulous site and a £10m construction scheme is on-track to provide us with a fantastic 21st century learning space for next July. In this building, we will have £1.3m of specialist engineering and scientific equipment that will provide many unique learning exw.periences for students. A school is, of course, much more than bricks
and mortar and we have a huge team of people working to ensure the UTC is a success. We have the support and sponsorship of a number of significant employers, the sponsorship of the University of East Anglia and the backing of the TEN Group. You’ll find a wealth of information about the UTC in this prospectus, however, this is no substitute for actually getting a flavour of what the UTC can offer. Therefore, I would encourage you to attend one of our future events or presentations and come and talk to the people involved. Please check our website www.utcn.org.uk for the latest information on future events. The UTC Norfolk has created a huge amount of interest from students, parents and employers and we have already had a substantial number of applications for September 2014 – and September 2015! If what you read and see excites you, then I would urge you to take action – and soon! A new and exciting future could be closer than you think!
Alex Hayes Principal Designate
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What is the Un niv verssitty Tech hnic cal Colle ege No orfolk k?
Using heads, hearts and hands
The University Technical College Norfolk (UTCN) is a new concept in education. We offer 14-1 19 ye ear olds the opportunity to combine an academic and practical education to develop their work-based skills and support them gaining access to a career in advanced engineering, energy or related disciplines.
A fundamental principle of the UTCN is that we do not judge students on their past performance. Students are given new opportunities and new ways of learning which allow them to achieve a higher level than they may have achieved before.
The UTCN will offer: • Relevant contextual learning • Qualifications and training valued by employers • Integrated curriculum projects • Fully recognised accreditation • Close working with employers • Four years of work experience from 14-19 years • Focused education on sector skills shortages • Advanced Engineering and Energy Skills • A normal working day – 8.30am to 5pm daily; all work in college time • A unique brand • Progression into employment, Further or Higher Education
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Students will learn to use their heads (academic/thinking skills); their hands (practical/ applied techniques); and use their hearts (by developing their engineering ‘instinct’). We enable you to study subjects you’re really interested in, whilst concurrently being taught in industry standard facilities by teachers with real life practical experience.
Our Vision In September 2014 a new college will open in Norfolk that is set to revolutionise education for 14 -19 year olds. The University Technical College Norfolk (UTCN) is one of only a handful of UTCs in the country – colleges which specialise in technical studies – offering full-time courses combining practical, technical and academic studies in collaboration with local employers (ours being in the engineering and energy sectors). Our new college has been set up with the core aim of giving Norfolk’s young people the opportunities to get the skills and qualifications to get jobs – both those already available today and those we know are coming in the near future – with local companies in Norfolk and the wider East Anglian region. Our specialist college will have the right facilities, the right staff, the right curriculum and the right qualifications to give your child the best start to a career in the engineering and energy sectors – right here in Norfolk. This is a brand new college which starts at Year 10 and progresses through to Year 13 and in September 2014 we are offering a very limited number of places for new students to join. So, if this seems like the place for you – apply now!
Yours sincerely,
Dick Palmer Group Chief Executive Officer Transforming Education in Norfolk (TEN Group)
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Sponsor/Directors (see next page for more details) • The TEN Group • Future Marine Services • Gardline • Lotus • UEA Sponsors • Aquaterra Energy • BT • Merchant Navy Training Board • Mott MacDonald • Norse Commercial Services • OPITO • RWE nPower • Schneider Electric • ST Racing
Working with real employers Our curriculum and ethos is heavily influenced by local businesses who will offer real work experience/ placements to help give you skills for the future. These businesses fit into one of the following groups: Employer Directors (UTCN Governors) Directors of the UTCN Trust Governing Body who are fully engaged on all aspects of UTCN Employer Sponsors Employers who have provided or have agreed to provide resources to support UTCN and who specifically sponsor Technical Challenges Employer Partners Employer partners who publicly support UTCN; may assist in developing Technical Challenges but do not sponsor them; work collaboratively with staff and students; encourage wider community support; and provide some non-financial support from their organisations
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Together their vision is to: • Deliver an engaging, relevant and challenging curriculum journey • Encourage creativity, divergent thinking and risk-taking • Develop highly skilled, reflective learners • Develop purposeful, future-focused progression opportunities and destinations for students • Provide an authentic bridge between education and employment • Provide UTCN students with purposeful international experience and exposure • Support UTCN students to become highly competent and globally competitive future employees/ entrepreneurs • Develop innovative and effective support systems and tools • Help to deliver a curriculum model focused on 100% employer endorsed technical challenges • Re-define what teacher means in 21st Century education with training to support excellent teaching and learning • Develop a series of learning spaces that are technologically enabled, inspiring and deliver educational and industrial outcomes.
Supporters • Eastern Attachments • EEEGr • Hethel Engineering Centre • Institution of Civil Engineers • New Engineering Foundation • Oilennium Partners • Adnams • Biosphere Expeditions • Caterham • Choicce • CISCO • Create Consulting Engineers • Deltatecnix • East Anglian Offshore Wind • Haas • Headstream • Inst of Chemical Engineers • Inst of Mechanical Engineers • May Gurney • Norwich Airport • RNAA • SEMTA • SCIRA Offshore Energy • Warren Services
Lotus Cars Colin Chapman created the Lotus Legend in 1948, with his innovative ideas on building lightweight cars saying “Adding power makes you faster on the straights. Subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere”. Since that day, Lotus have epitomised engineering excellence and their innovative engineering approach and problemsolving expertise has been used by clients from many industries.
Future Marine Services FMS brings over 25 years of maritime, engineering and logistics knowledge to the UTCN. Led by the charismatic and hugely experienced Yvonne Mason, FMS and their partner company, SafeSTS, are passionately committed to promoting the maritime industry and to providing skilled careers to the young people of Norfolk.
Gardline Gardline Marine Sciences is an international and multi-disciplinary marine service company at the forefront of marine management. They combine high quality marine science, real world commercial acumen with the latest technology and software, research analysis and management tools, offering a full range of marine scientific services.
The TEN Group Transforming Education in Norfolk (TEN) Group, as Lead Sponsor, is already at the forefront of educational thinking in a growing range of fields, from their highly innovative approaches to entrepreneurship to the development of the flagship City Academy Norwich, with its visionary use of learning spaces and digital technology. As a federation the TEN Group stands for educational excellence, being future focused and recognising that people are their purpose and our passion. The TEN Group members work together, in increasingly collaborative ways, to ensure all play their part in the transformation of education across Norfolk.
UEA The University of East Anglia is a highly respected and forward-thinking university with an international reputation for excellence. The support of the UEA is strong, providing UTCN students with enhanced experiences and knowledge as well as excellent progression opportunities onto their emerging engineering and energy related undergraduate and Masters programmes.
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Where is the UTCN and how to get there
The UTCN is based in Norwich – in the heart of Norfolk. It is a few minutes drive from the city centre and is easily accessible from the A47. Norwich is at the centre of a travel network which connects it to all of the towns and villages in the region. You should be able to get to the UTCN in less than 90 minutes by public transport.
Norwich
A new bus service will link the UTC with Norwich Train Station and Norwich Bus Station. The UTCN is also very close to the Harford Park & Ride scheme (near Tesco on the A140/A47 junction). For more detailed information on how to get to the UTCN from where you live and about subsidised travel options across the county please contact our Travel Plan Co-ordinator, Natalie Halsall by email at citytravel@ccn.ac.uk or by calling 01603 773 607.
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Cutting edge facilities The UTCN will be equipped to the highest standards with state-of-the-art equipment and machinery. After liaising with local employers, we are investing £1.3m in specialist equipment to ensure that UTCN students are ‘job-ready’ when they leave us. The next page shows the proposed layout of the ground floor and will hopefully give you an idea of the wide range of activities and facilities that will be available at the UTCN.
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Proposed campus plan
Laboratory Main Entrance
Dining area Can convert to space for other uses – e.g. exams
Outside There will be a green area for break times and outdoor activities
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3D Design/ Computer Aided Design
Materials and Engineering Science
Off campus facilities
Industrial Engineering
As part of the TEN Group, UTCN students will also have access to the range of sports and educational facilities at partner institutions.
Manufacturing and Process Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Concept Modelling
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14-16 C u rriculum Starting Sept ember
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Level 1 Pathway
Level 2 Pathway
Suitable for students expecting to achieve Level 4 and Level 5 National Curriculum levels at the end of Year 9.
Suitable for students expecting to achieve Level 5 and Level 6 National Curriculum levels at the end of Year 9.
Core Academic Curriculum • GCSE English Language • GCSE English Literature • GCSE Mathematics • GCSE Double Science • PE • PSHE/RS/Citizenship
Core Academic Curriculum • GCSE English Language • GCSE English Literature • GCSE Mathematics • GCSE Double Science • GCSE German • PE • PSHE/RS/Citizenship
Extended Academic Curriculum Three option choices from: • Art, German, History, Geography, Business, PE, Media, Study Plus Technical Curriculum • Level 1 BTEC Engineering (incorporating various optional unit choices) • ICT Cambridge National Specialist Curriculum (currently under development with input from local employers) • Certificates in practical engineering skills eg. welding Enrichment Curriculum (to be finalised) • 3D Design and Print, Animation, App Development, Coding, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Model Making, Music, Private Study, Podcasting, Radio Production, Sport etc.
Extended Academic Curriculum Two option choices from: • Art, Triple Science, History, Geography, Business, PE, Media Technical Curriculum • Level 2 BTEC Engineering (incorporating various optional unit choices) • Computer Science GCSE Specialist Curriculum (currently under development with input from local employers) • Certificates in practical engineering skills eg. welding Enrichment Curriculum (to be finalised) • 3D Design and Print, Animation, App Development, Coding, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Model Making, Music, Private Study, Podcasting, Radio Production, Sport etc.
Level 2 + Pathway (Fast Track) Suitable for students expecting to achieve Level 6 and Level 7 National Curriculum levels at the end of Year 9. Core Academic Curriculum • GCSE English • GCSE English Literature • GCSE Mathematics and Further Maths • GCSE Biology/Chemistry/ Physics • GCSE German • PE • PSHE/RS/Citizenship Extended Academic Curriculum Two option choices from: • Art, History, Geography, Business, PE Technical Curriculum • Level 2 BTEC Engineering (incorporating various optional unit choices) • Computer Science GCSE Specialist Curriculum (currently under development with input from local employers) • Certificates in practical engineering skills eg. welding Enrichment Curriculum (to be finalised) • 3D Design and Print, Animation, App Development, Coding, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Model Making, Music, Private Study, Podcasting, Radio Production, Sport etc.
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This curriculum offer is subject to alteration and development. Latest information will always be available on the UTCN website at www.utcn.org.uk
Level 2 Pathway
Level 3 Pathway
Suitable for students expecting to achieve Cs and Ds at GCSE in August 2014 and without English and Mathematics at Grade C.
Suitable for students expecting to achieve a minimum of 5 A*-C grades including English and Maths in August 2014.
Core Academic Curriculum • GCSE English Language • GCSE English Literature • GCSE Mathematics • GCSE Double Science If a C grade has been achieved in any of these subjects, continued study is optional Technical Curriculum • Double Award Level 2 BTEC Engineering (incorporating various optional unit choices) Specialist Curriculum (currently under development with input from local employers) • Certificates in practical engineering skills eg. welding Enrichment Curriculum (to be finalised) • 3D Design and Print, Animation, App Development, Coding, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Model Making, Music, Private Study, Podcasting, Radio Production, Sport etc. Progression • Advanced Apprenticeship • Employment • Level 3 courses at UTCN
Core Academic Curriculum One or two option choices from: • A-Level Biology • A-Level Chemistry • A-Level Computing • A-Level English Literature • A-Level Further Mathematics • A-Level Geography • A-Level Mathematics • A-Level Physics Further A-Level choices will be available subject to demand. Technical Curriculum • Double Award Level 3 BTEC Engineering (incorporating various optional unit choices) Specialist Curriculum (currently under development with input from local employers) • Certificates in practical engineering skills eg. welding Enrichment Curriculum (to be finalised) • 3D Design and Print, Animation, App Development, Coding, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Model Making, Music, Private Study, Podcasting, Radio Production, Sport etc. Progression • Higher Apprenticeship • Employment • University
Level 3 + Pathway (Fast Track) Suitable for students expecting to achieve a minimum of 8 A*-B grades including English and Maths with at least B grades in Maths and Science in August 2014. Core Academic Curriculum Three or four option choices from: • A-Level Biology • A-Level Chemistry • A-Level Computing • A-Level English Literature • A-Level Further Mathematics • A-Level Geography • A-Level Mathematics • A-Level Physics Further A-Level choices will be available subject to demand. Technical Curriculum • Single Award Level 3 BTEC Engineering (incorporating various optional unit choices) Specialist Curriculum (currently under development with input from local employers) • Certificates in practical engineering skills eg. welding Enrichment Curriculum (to be finalised) • 3D Design and Print, Animation, App Development, Coding, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Model Making, Music, Private Study, Podcasting, Radio Production, Sport etc. Progression • Higher Apprenticeship • Employment • Top-flight University
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This curriculum offer is subject to alteration and development. Latest information will always be available on the UTCN website at www.utcn.org.uk
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An example Technical Challenge from Gardline Challenge: To investigate and seek solutions to the challenges associated with recruitment for development, installation and maintenance of offshore wind farms. This is an area of genuine concern for employers like Gardline, who are seeking to significantly increase the available labour market to carry out important tasks in what is for most, an unfamiliar and a potentially hostile environment. The challenge also needs to consider developers, installation contractors and health and safety specialists who all have challenging installation targets and are required to deliver services on a 24/7 – 365 days basis.
Assessment: This challenge will contribute to assessment in: • Mathematics • Physics • Chemistry • Geography • Enterprise and Entrepreneurship, Employability and Commercial Awareness • Technology • Physical Education • Product Design The challenge will also provide opportunities for specific technical certification: • Welding • Electrical Engineering • Health and Safety and Work-skills. Individual students can use this challenge as a stimulus to developing additional project work. Working with City College Norwich, one of only two authorised colleges in the country, we will be able to award units on the QCF (Qualifications and Credit Framework), the curriculum being specified by local employers.
Details: This 6-8 week Technical Challenge will give students in-depth knowledge of aspects such as: • the cost of a non-operating turbine • the effects of an injured or fatally wounded employee • the cost of a delivery vessel colliding and damaging a turbine The challenge involves academic, technical and practical aspects including: • Physics, Mathematics, and Technology • Design and Prototyping • 3D modelling • machining • Electronics • Working to a brief and report writing • Geography • Chemistry • Communications • Digital Technology • Navigation and Global Positioning • Development of team-work and leadership skills • Project Management • Physical Exercise – climbing (on a wall to simulate height) and swimming (to simulate work at sea) • Work experience at Gardline’s offices and technical facilities in Great Yarmouth • Possible offshore visits
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My UTC by Freya Cox January 2015 It’s hard to imagine that I was at another school just one term ago; UTC Norfolk is so different to any other school that I have seen. My day starts really early – I catch the 7.30am train from Cromer so that I can register by 8.30am at UTCN, we don’t finish until 4.30pm so I don’t get home till 5.45pm, which is quite late but I know that this is what work will be like when I leave so I figure it’s good practice to get in the rhythm! Depending on my first activity for the day, I need to change into one of the two uniforms (not what I’d choose to wear on a Saturday but they do look professional). For practical sessions we have a set of really smart, black overalls – I really like this one, add a touch of sunshine and the sound of engines and I could be a Formula 1 pit crew member! If we’re working in class then it’s straight into our “business” uniform. Some of our teachers are called lecturers, some are trainers and some are technicians and they’re all really helpful – it’s weird but they don’t really feel like “teachers”, more like people we work with who have been around longer than us and help us find out how to do things. I have to admit, I like Mrs James best; She loves to programme the HAAS equipment and make prototypes for the challenges we are set and that’s my favourite part of any challenge too. Oh, I should mention – “Challenges” are big at the UTC – we’re not given tasks and homework in the same way we used to be at school, now we’re given challenges to work on. Sometimes these are in groups and sometimes I get an individual challenge but they’re usually quite interesting. Last week my group was working on a challenge about getting plants to grow in the Mojave desert – how would we get
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water, energy and equipment to remote areas of desert and make them fertile... it was actually really interesting and (believe it or not) fun! I actually think some of our ideas could work!
describe what we do. As I said, quite a lot of the time is spent on challenges. Week before last we were challenged with a real problem from the firm my Dad works for!
Group work is interesting here the school really looks after everyone and it doesn’t matter where you come from or how clever you are. My friend David is exceptional at Maths – and then there’s Achini, who’s amazing at languages – both offer to help me and in return I try to help everyone else with programming – I love all that coding stuff and my Pi is always in my pocket.
We were asked to look at an anaerobic digestion model for British Sugar to help them get more bio-fuels out of their waste products – and it was really good fun too. We went to Bury St Edmunds to visit their site and I saw my Dad while I was all dressed up in my professional clothes and walking around the site.
Another one of my favourite lessons is when we use the computers to do some design work, like drafting a model before we actually make it on one of our 3D CAD machines in the manufacturing workshop and the StartUp classes are quite fun, too – I might just set up my own business one day. Our days are so busy with different things going on (I NEVER get bored!) at UTCN that it’s hard to
We’re off to the University of East Anglia tomorrow to learn about methane gas and climate change – still thinking about bio-fuels. So, what’s it like being a student at the UTCN... it’s great! We simply didn’t do any of this stuff at my last school and I’m really glad I made a choice to come here - it was a little scary at first but now I wouldn’t change it for the world (although I might just go on and change the world itself look out for me!).
University Technical College Norfolk
frequently asked questions How old do I need to be to study at the UTCN? We are currently recruiting Year 9 students who will join us in September 2014 for Year 10 and beyond. We are also taking applications from current Year 11 students who would like to join us for Year 12 and Year 13.
How long would I stay at the UTCN for? We would expect students joining us in Year 10 to stay with us until going on to university or into employment at the end of Year 13. Similarly, we would expect students joining us in Year 12 to complete their studies at the end of Year 13 before going on to university or into employment.
What are the entry requirements?
Entry into Year 10 The only entry requirement is a passion for science or engineering! Other than that, there are no formal minimum requirements for admission into Year 10. However, we offer three different Pathways dependent on ability: Level 1, Level 2 and Fast Track. Please see page 13 for more information. Entry into Year 12 As well as a strong interest in science or engineering, we will make you an offer in terms of the GCSE results that you will achieve in August 2014. We offer three different Pathways dependent on ability: Level 2, Level 3 and Fast Track. Please see page 15 for more information. If you are unsure which ability band would suit you best, please talk to a member of the Admissions Team for individual advice.
I’m currently in Year 12. Can I come to the UTC? Yes. Students who are already in Year 12 but wish to re-do their first year of Sixth Form in a specialist environment can apply to join Year 12.
What qualifications will I take? Please see pages 13 and 15 for more information.
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University Technical College Norfolk frequently asked questions continued... Will I have to have an interview to get a place? No. We do not interview for entry. However, you will be offered a pre-admission meeting so that we can learn a little more about your aspirations and experience. We will also ask you to take an aptitude test that will help us determine the level at which you work best. What will the hours of the UTCN be? The UTCN will operate for longer hours than most schools. This is because there is so much to fit into every day! A longer school day will also prepare students for the world of work. It is a longer school day than I am used to. Will there be homework as well? The longer day will incorporate opportunities for private study and that should mean that most of your work is done in school. Therefore, additional homework is unlikely. How much will it cost to attend the UTC? Nothing. All students under the age of 19 will be fully funded by the government. Will I have to pay to travel to the UTC? There will be a bus running at regular intervals from the Bus Station and Norwich Train Station to the UTCN. Travel on this bus will be free for 14-16 year-olds. For over 16s, there will be a small charge/fee to use this bus. I live some distance from Norwich. How much will it cost to travel? We are working with local bus and rail companies to negotiate good value travel passes. Further details will follow. Will I have to buy a uniform? There may be a charge for the uniform, which we will try to make as affordable as possible. Further details will follow. Are there any restrictions on appearance? Yes! The UTC will have an Appearance Policy which will reflect the dress and appearance code of local employers. Extreme hairstyles and visible piercings will not be permitted. Will my teachers be fully qualified teachers or industry specialists? The teaching staff will be made up of school teachers, instructors and people whom have worked in industry.
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Which employers are involved? The lead sponsors are Gardline, Lotus and Future Marine Services. I’ve heard that you’ve already had lots of applications. Will I get in? We have 150 places in Year 10 and 150 places in Year 12 for September 2014. We have already received a substantial number of applications, therefore, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible. What happens if you are oversubscribed? According to our Admissions Policy, we will randomly allocate places once we reach capacity and become oversubscribed. When and how do I apply? The UTCN is accepting applications now for September 2014 entry. You can apply online or complete the Application Form at the back of this prospectus. Please apply as soon as possible. What happens after I apply? We will: • Acknowledge your application • Invite you to an application meeting • Make you an offer in writing • Invite you to attend various taster events between now and September I’m not interested for September 2014, but I might be interested in the future. What should I do? You can join our emailing list by filling in the Contact Us form at www.utcn.org.uk
For any further information about the UTCN, please contact our dedicated team of advisers: t: 01603 773 773 e: information@ccn.ac.uk
UNIVERSITY TECHNICAL
Please complete all sections of this form with BLOCK CAPITALS and black ink and return to: Applications Department, c/o City College Norwich, Ipswich Road, Norwich NR2 2LJ
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3. ADDITIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS The UTCN can offer a range of support to help students succeed on their course. We welcome students with disabilities and learning difficulties. (For example; dyslexia, epilepsy, mobility difficulties and mental health problems.)
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Other specific learning difficulty
Severe learning difficulty
Autistic spectrum condition
Dyslexia
Multiple learning difficulties
Dyscalculia
Other
Will you require any alternative arrangements to assist you at your interview? YES
NO
If yes, please specify the nature of support you require.
If English is not your first language please indicate if you would like support. YES
NO
What is your first language?
I agree that my details can be passed to appropriate staff in order to assess possible additional support requirements.
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DATE