QUOT: (kwot) Noun and collective noun.

A commonplace occurrence – any feature or characteristic of ordinary life which is ever present or predictable in given circumstances – a generalisation to this effect. From ‘QUOTIDIAN’ meaning ‘everyday’ or ‘ordinary’

Rucksacks always toppling over when you try to stand them up on their own

It can be done insists seasoned backpacker  , Harry Dampatch , who refers sceptics to the relevant degree course from the  Quot University Prospectus  (in bold below) :-

“……with an option of a further year of studies in television-channel-changing technology leading to  a   MASTER of REMOTE CONTROL degree.

Course 243 – BACHELOR OF RUCKSACK TECHNOLOGY : ‘A’ levels in maths and physics required and a working knowledge of engineering is an advantage for this  3-year advanced course in rucksack science . Students will study all facets of practical rucksackology  including :-

"Mine's guaranteed thief-proof - no way I could get robbed"
“Mine’s guaranteed thief-proof – no way I could get robbed”

load capacities, weight distribution , compartmentalization, zips and fastening devices , weather-proofing,  ventilation ducting, security profiling , materials and design with special attention to load adjustable compression systems and hi-tech essentials such as mobile, i-pod and MP3 player headset ports, the course including field trips to enable students to master standing them on end. 

Course 244 – DIPLOMA OF DECKCHAIR MECHANICS .This 3-year vocational course takes students through the rudiments of stacking and erecting deck chairs to their applied science:- ergonomics,  aerodynamics , materials and injury prevention and treatment…..”

 

(Arvo Ditch , Kuala Lumpur (currently)) - QQQ**

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