In response to the first reading I agree with what the article is saying. I think that most college students are very worried about getting out and finding a job after college, not thinking they have the required experience for the job they are applying to. I also know some friends who have not had to work and fear they have nothing to put on a resume but I agree with the article that just being in college and facing the many challenges are good qualities in themselves.
After reading the second article, I realize that cover letters are very important. In the past when I’ve had to do a resume for a class and include a cover letter, I really didn’t know where to begin or what to say in the cover letter.
I didn’t really like the third article because it states some things to do or not to do that go against what I’ve been taught in school. For instance, it said the one page resume really doesn’t apply, meaning if you have more than one page of information than by all means write more. I thought that future employers would only want to read one page at most. I do agree however with putting your GPA if it makes you look good and that it is okay to include volunteer work.
I liked the fourth article because it tells you things that potential employers might find annoying. I don’t think there are any reasons to include hobbies and interests that don’t pertain to the job or putting information that is “out dated” such as jobs or hobbies you had in high school.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Proposal
Introduction
With construction expanding at a rising rate in Lubbock, it is time for an alternative method of road construction. The proposal aims at getting Granite Construction Company to focus on smaller projects being implemented at a faster pace before moving on to the next project.
Lubbock is failing to keep up with the increasing rise of construction. The construction projects at Brownfield Highway are sizeable and put Lubbock drivers at a huge disadvantage. Breaking down the larger pieces of construction into smaller projects will help to eliminate wrecks and traffic jams and allow for easier access to stores and businesses.
We propose that the Granite Construction Company construct the projects at Brownfield Highway into smaller sections. Each small piece of construction should be completed before moving on to the next phase. This will allow more time for drivers to get from place to place as well as reduce vehicle stops and delays leading to savings in fuel consumption and lost time. This proposal contains information on the contents of the proposed problem and solution, our schedule to complete this project, our costs and budgets, and our qualifications to produce a plan that aims at easier access and overall effectiveness for Lubbock drivers.
Statement of Problem
Many Lubbock drivers use the Brownfield Highway every day on their commute to work or school. Also, Lubbock stores are along the Brownfield Highway and have been for many years. The construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway through the Brownfield Highway has caused many delays and wrecks for Lubbock drivers. It has also caused Lubbock stores a decline in sale and has disturbed their peace in the stores. We understand that updates to Lubbock roads must be made in order to keep up with the times but we believe this phase of the project could have been done better if it had been split up into sub-phases and each sub-phase worked on until complete.
In order to determine the importance of completing the Brownfield Highway portion of the Marsha Sharp Freeway, we created a small survey that permits us to get some insight of the already recognized problem and how it affects the sample. Due to the short amount of time to allocate this sample, we decided to get 30 subjects to take the survey. Since this is a problem that affects nearly all of Lubbock, rather it be driving or business related, it was not hard to find samples.
From the information we collected from the survey, we were able to determine that overall, 95% of the people surveyed agreed that the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway in the Brownfield Highway area was a nuisance.
In related research, we tested and compared our subject’s likely hood of being delayed, getting into an accident, avoiding stores and losing customers due to the construction.
· 30 subjects had delays due to the construction
· 7 subjects had gotten into an accident due to the construction
· 13 subjects had avoided stores in the area due to the construction
· 4 subjects had experienced lower customer data due to the construction
These results emphasize the necessity of changing the way the Marsha Sharp Freeway be constructed along the Brownfield Highway. Lubbock drivers and stores cannot afford the stress and money that these delays, accidents and consumer cuts have been put upon them.
Currently, there are many situations that support the need for the Marsha Sharp Freeway construction along the Brownfield Highway to be revised. According to our survey, all subjects interviewed experienced delays because of the construction in this area. These delays could be costing Lubbock drives more than just their time; they could be costing them their jobs too. According to an article by James Gallagher, Lubbock drivers can expect to have delays anywhere from 15 minutes to 1 hour due to the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway. “Some areas of town, such as the section of Slide and the Brownfield Highway, are so congested, have many more lights and have so much construction delays, it's hard to pass through it without hitting a red light and being delayed longer than expected” (Gallagher 1). It is important that the City of Lubbock recognize these problems that the construction is causing.
“Lubbock drivers have experienced a 34% increase in traffic accidents since the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway has begun,” as said by Robin Pyle (Pyle 3). In relation with Pyle’s opinion on the increase of traffic accidents since the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway began, it does seem to ring true based on the information obtained from our survey. I believe that this problem related with the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway is the biggest one of all. Lubbock drivers can get past the delays brought on but it is harder to get over a traffic accident that could possibly be fatal. Bad weather can also add to the already hectic driving situations in the construction areas.
Proposed Solution
We would like to see all construction on Brownfield Highway be broken down into smaller projects. We would also like to see each phase of the project completed before changing to the next. This would be very useful for Lubbock drivers because it would allow for them to get where they need to in a timely fashion as well as help to eliminate traffic jams and backups. Granite Construction Company has everything at their convenience to do this in a sensible manner as well as a low cost budget. One of the main costs of the proposal is equipment and supplies. The other costs are construction employees, engineers and land price. The Texas Transportation Commissions is in charge of funding as well as responsibilities that include: planning and making policies for the location, construction and maintenance of state highways as well as overseeing the design, construction, and operation of the project.
Scope
Since the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway in the Brownfield Highway area is still underway, the proposal to break up the phases into sub-phases and work on each sub-phase until complete in a very important and also cost effective. Breaking the phases up into sub-phases and working on each sub-phase until the sub-phase is complete will create fewer delays and a safer environment for Lubbock drivers.
Most Lubbock drivers do not have the time it takes to spend sitting in traffic and waiting on closed intersections. If major intersections were not closed and the construction along the Brownfield Highway was broken down into sub-phases, Lubbock drivers would spend less time in traffic and more time using their time in a better suited manner. Lubbock drivers would be able to get to work, school, meetings and home on time causing them to be happier people.
Through the research that we have accomplished we feel that this would be a valuable outflow for the City of Lubbock to take on. This minor alteration to the plan will increase the happiness, safety and sales of Lubbock drivers and stores.
Methods
To find support for our proposal, we conducted Internet research and had surveys completed by Lubbock drivers and stores who use the Brownfield Highway in one way or another. In our Internet research we found information about funding, phases, and timelines. We found evidence that costs could possibly be cut back on if our plan was implemented.
The survey that we completed showed that 95% of Lubbock drivers and stores thought that splitting phase II of the Marsha Sharp Freeway into sub-phases and having the workers complete each sub-phase before moving on would be an effective project that would make traffic delays, accidents and store inventory more manageable.
Qualifications
While preparing this proposal our group found that the three of us have a range of backgrounds qualifying us to write and present it to the Granite Construction Company, UCA and the City of Lubbock. Lindsey Davis is a senior and has used the Brownfield Highway daily to get to class for the past 4 years. Her actual hands on experience with the traffic delays are a very valuable asset to our project. Jaycé Lowe is a junior and has also used the Brownfield Highway to get to work daily for the past 4 months. The past 2 months would be considered the height of delays and traffic accidents in the Brownfield Highway construction area. Susan Brashear has lived in Lubbock from the time the Marsh Sharp Freeway construction started until the present. Her brother-n-law, Taylor Condit, also works for UCA, one of the main companies working on the Marsha Sharp Freeway. Due to this extra insight from Mr. Condit, our group was able to get the questions we needed answered in a timely manner.
Project Schedule
There are several steps that need to be completed in order to begin the construction. We will first need to present our proposal that will take at least one month, then we will obtain approval from the project manager that can take up to three months, then purchase equipment which can take up to six months, then plan into action which can take three months, and finally implement our plan which can take six months. The final step will be to make the part of the Brownfield Highway from the West Loop 289 to 19th Street Quaker Intersection accessible; this step can take up to nine months.
Month 1
Month 3
Month 6
Month 9
Month 12
Month 15
Present
Proposal
Obtain
Approval
Purchase
Equipment
Plan Into
Action
Implement
Plan
Make
Accessible
Budget
In order to implement our plan to Phase II-2 of the Marsha Sharp Freeway, there is already a budget that is in effect for the project, but our proposal can lower the expense of this phase. The original budget for the project that is expected to be finished in two and a half years and is quoted at costing $44.7 million dollars; the cost for our proposal can lower the cost by $10 million dollars and take up to fifteen months to complete.
The cost of the construction employees is pretty expensive but considering that there will be over five hundred employees for the entire project the cost for them would be approximately $2 million dollars for the entire project.
The construction engineers are also a vital role for this project and to keep all twenty of them on this project their services will cost $4 million dollars. For the entire Phase II of the project there are over fifty engineers on the phase, but for our Phase II-2 the project will only need twenty.
The supplies for the project can range in many different categories from concrete barricades for the freeway, to traffic signs that will be placed in the intersections. The cost for these supplies will total $8 million dollars; all of these supplies are bought out right and are not leased or rented.
The next item is equipment, which can be categorized into driving equipment like bulldozers or freightliners. It also contains any power equipment like drills, welders, and digging augers. These items will cost approximately $10 million dollars, but most of this equipment is rented and is already figured to cost for the time rented which is nine months.
The final item is the price for the land that was purchased by TXDOT. Which for this specific Phase is, Brownfield Highway from the West Loop 289 to the 19th Street intersection at Quaker. This Phase II land price is $28.6 million but since our section contains one part of the three part section it is totaled at $9.7 million dollars.
The total cost of the entire project will be $33.7 million dollars, but as I stated in the beginning our phase will lower the other price by $10 million dollars since the time spent on the project will be cut by nine months.
Item
Cost
Construction Employees
$2 Million
Construction Engineers
$4 Million
Supplies
$8 Million
Equipment
$10 Million
Land Price
$9.7 Million
TOTAL COST:
$33.7 Million
Conclusions
In conclusion, from our research we feel that it is essential for Granite Construction Company to implement our suggestions to make Brownfield Highway more beneficial to Lubbock drivers. It is apparent from our survey that in order to keep traffic accidents low and sales consistent for local businesses, the construction company needs to cut down the huge construction projects in that area. The process is a minor adjustment to the already mass amounts of construction projects and will overall be relatively inexpensive. It will lead to an easier flow of traffic, less traffic jams, and reduce vehicle delays. It will also benefit the local businesses that surround the construction area by making it easier for drivers to access their stores. We hope this proposal helps aim at overall success of Lubbock drivers.
Works Cited
Gallagher, James. “Driving Delays and Problems.” Article (Summer 2006): Vol. 28, Issue 17.
Hopmman, Randy. TxDot Expressway. April 12, 2008..
Pyle, Robin. “Is it Worth the Traffic Accidents?” Article (November 2007): Vol. 33, Issue 4.
APPENDICES
1) Has this inconsistent construction affected your daily commute?
Yes
30
No
0
2) Has this inconsistent construction affected your business?
Yes
3
No
1
3) Have sales dropped if the construction is near the place of business?
Yes
2
No
2
4) Have sales increased since the construction is past your business?
Yes
1
No
3
5) Have you experienced a traffic accident in the construction area?
Yes
7
No
23
6) Have you avoided stores in the construction area?
Yes
13
No
17
7) How often do you drive in the construction area?
Everyday
16
Once a week
5
Monthly
3
Never
2
8) How often are you delayed to your destination due to construction?
Everyday
11
Once a week
7
Monthly
5
Never
3
Ages of the Lubbock drivers Surveyed
52 – 2
35 – 7
30 – 3
24 – 5
21 – 8
18 – 5
With construction expanding at a rising rate in Lubbock, it is time for an alternative method of road construction. The proposal aims at getting Granite Construction Company to focus on smaller projects being implemented at a faster pace before moving on to the next project.
Lubbock is failing to keep up with the increasing rise of construction. The construction projects at Brownfield Highway are sizeable and put Lubbock drivers at a huge disadvantage. Breaking down the larger pieces of construction into smaller projects will help to eliminate wrecks and traffic jams and allow for easier access to stores and businesses.
We propose that the Granite Construction Company construct the projects at Brownfield Highway into smaller sections. Each small piece of construction should be completed before moving on to the next phase. This will allow more time for drivers to get from place to place as well as reduce vehicle stops and delays leading to savings in fuel consumption and lost time. This proposal contains information on the contents of the proposed problem and solution, our schedule to complete this project, our costs and budgets, and our qualifications to produce a plan that aims at easier access and overall effectiveness for Lubbock drivers.
Statement of Problem
Many Lubbock drivers use the Brownfield Highway every day on their commute to work or school. Also, Lubbock stores are along the Brownfield Highway and have been for many years. The construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway through the Brownfield Highway has caused many delays and wrecks for Lubbock drivers. It has also caused Lubbock stores a decline in sale and has disturbed their peace in the stores. We understand that updates to Lubbock roads must be made in order to keep up with the times but we believe this phase of the project could have been done better if it had been split up into sub-phases and each sub-phase worked on until complete.
In order to determine the importance of completing the Brownfield Highway portion of the Marsha Sharp Freeway, we created a small survey that permits us to get some insight of the already recognized problem and how it affects the sample. Due to the short amount of time to allocate this sample, we decided to get 30 subjects to take the survey. Since this is a problem that affects nearly all of Lubbock, rather it be driving or business related, it was not hard to find samples.
From the information we collected from the survey, we were able to determine that overall, 95% of the people surveyed agreed that the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway in the Brownfield Highway area was a nuisance.
In related research, we tested and compared our subject’s likely hood of being delayed, getting into an accident, avoiding stores and losing customers due to the construction.
· 30 subjects had delays due to the construction
· 7 subjects had gotten into an accident due to the construction
· 13 subjects had avoided stores in the area due to the construction
· 4 subjects had experienced lower customer data due to the construction
These results emphasize the necessity of changing the way the Marsha Sharp Freeway be constructed along the Brownfield Highway. Lubbock drivers and stores cannot afford the stress and money that these delays, accidents and consumer cuts have been put upon them.
Currently, there are many situations that support the need for the Marsha Sharp Freeway construction along the Brownfield Highway to be revised. According to our survey, all subjects interviewed experienced delays because of the construction in this area. These delays could be costing Lubbock drives more than just their time; they could be costing them their jobs too. According to an article by James Gallagher, Lubbock drivers can expect to have delays anywhere from 15 minutes to 1 hour due to the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway. “Some areas of town, such as the section of Slide and the Brownfield Highway, are so congested, have many more lights and have so much construction delays, it's hard to pass through it without hitting a red light and being delayed longer than expected” (Gallagher 1). It is important that the City of Lubbock recognize these problems that the construction is causing.
“Lubbock drivers have experienced a 34% increase in traffic accidents since the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway has begun,” as said by Robin Pyle (Pyle 3). In relation with Pyle’s opinion on the increase of traffic accidents since the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway began, it does seem to ring true based on the information obtained from our survey. I believe that this problem related with the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway is the biggest one of all. Lubbock drivers can get past the delays brought on but it is harder to get over a traffic accident that could possibly be fatal. Bad weather can also add to the already hectic driving situations in the construction areas.
Proposed Solution
We would like to see all construction on Brownfield Highway be broken down into smaller projects. We would also like to see each phase of the project completed before changing to the next. This would be very useful for Lubbock drivers because it would allow for them to get where they need to in a timely fashion as well as help to eliminate traffic jams and backups. Granite Construction Company has everything at their convenience to do this in a sensible manner as well as a low cost budget. One of the main costs of the proposal is equipment and supplies. The other costs are construction employees, engineers and land price. The Texas Transportation Commissions is in charge of funding as well as responsibilities that include: planning and making policies for the location, construction and maintenance of state highways as well as overseeing the design, construction, and operation of the project.
Scope
Since the construction of the Marsha Sharp Freeway in the Brownfield Highway area is still underway, the proposal to break up the phases into sub-phases and work on each sub-phase until complete in a very important and also cost effective. Breaking the phases up into sub-phases and working on each sub-phase until the sub-phase is complete will create fewer delays and a safer environment for Lubbock drivers.
Most Lubbock drivers do not have the time it takes to spend sitting in traffic and waiting on closed intersections. If major intersections were not closed and the construction along the Brownfield Highway was broken down into sub-phases, Lubbock drivers would spend less time in traffic and more time using their time in a better suited manner. Lubbock drivers would be able to get to work, school, meetings and home on time causing them to be happier people.
Through the research that we have accomplished we feel that this would be a valuable outflow for the City of Lubbock to take on. This minor alteration to the plan will increase the happiness, safety and sales of Lubbock drivers and stores.
Methods
To find support for our proposal, we conducted Internet research and had surveys completed by Lubbock drivers and stores who use the Brownfield Highway in one way or another. In our Internet research we found information about funding, phases, and timelines. We found evidence that costs could possibly be cut back on if our plan was implemented.
The survey that we completed showed that 95% of Lubbock drivers and stores thought that splitting phase II of the Marsha Sharp Freeway into sub-phases and having the workers complete each sub-phase before moving on would be an effective project that would make traffic delays, accidents and store inventory more manageable.
Qualifications
While preparing this proposal our group found that the three of us have a range of backgrounds qualifying us to write and present it to the Granite Construction Company, UCA and the City of Lubbock. Lindsey Davis is a senior and has used the Brownfield Highway daily to get to class for the past 4 years. Her actual hands on experience with the traffic delays are a very valuable asset to our project. Jaycé Lowe is a junior and has also used the Brownfield Highway to get to work daily for the past 4 months. The past 2 months would be considered the height of delays and traffic accidents in the Brownfield Highway construction area. Susan Brashear has lived in Lubbock from the time the Marsh Sharp Freeway construction started until the present. Her brother-n-law, Taylor Condit, also works for UCA, one of the main companies working on the Marsha Sharp Freeway. Due to this extra insight from Mr. Condit, our group was able to get the questions we needed answered in a timely manner.
Project Schedule
There are several steps that need to be completed in order to begin the construction. We will first need to present our proposal that will take at least one month, then we will obtain approval from the project manager that can take up to three months, then purchase equipment which can take up to six months, then plan into action which can take three months, and finally implement our plan which can take six months. The final step will be to make the part of the Brownfield Highway from the West Loop 289 to 19th Street Quaker Intersection accessible; this step can take up to nine months.
Month 1
Month 3
Month 6
Month 9
Month 12
Month 15
Present
Proposal
Obtain
Approval
Purchase
Equipment
Plan Into
Action
Implement
Plan
Make
Accessible
Budget
In order to implement our plan to Phase II-2 of the Marsha Sharp Freeway, there is already a budget that is in effect for the project, but our proposal can lower the expense of this phase. The original budget for the project that is expected to be finished in two and a half years and is quoted at costing $44.7 million dollars; the cost for our proposal can lower the cost by $10 million dollars and take up to fifteen months to complete.
The cost of the construction employees is pretty expensive but considering that there will be over five hundred employees for the entire project the cost for them would be approximately $2 million dollars for the entire project.
The construction engineers are also a vital role for this project and to keep all twenty of them on this project their services will cost $4 million dollars. For the entire Phase II of the project there are over fifty engineers on the phase, but for our Phase II-2 the project will only need twenty.
The supplies for the project can range in many different categories from concrete barricades for the freeway, to traffic signs that will be placed in the intersections. The cost for these supplies will total $8 million dollars; all of these supplies are bought out right and are not leased or rented.
The next item is equipment, which can be categorized into driving equipment like bulldozers or freightliners. It also contains any power equipment like drills, welders, and digging augers. These items will cost approximately $10 million dollars, but most of this equipment is rented and is already figured to cost for the time rented which is nine months.
The final item is the price for the land that was purchased by TXDOT. Which for this specific Phase is, Brownfield Highway from the West Loop 289 to the 19th Street intersection at Quaker. This Phase II land price is $28.6 million but since our section contains one part of the three part section it is totaled at $9.7 million dollars.
The total cost of the entire project will be $33.7 million dollars, but as I stated in the beginning our phase will lower the other price by $10 million dollars since the time spent on the project will be cut by nine months.
Item
Cost
Construction Employees
$2 Million
Construction Engineers
$4 Million
Supplies
$8 Million
Equipment
$10 Million
Land Price
$9.7 Million
TOTAL COST:
$33.7 Million
Conclusions
In conclusion, from our research we feel that it is essential for Granite Construction Company to implement our suggestions to make Brownfield Highway more beneficial to Lubbock drivers. It is apparent from our survey that in order to keep traffic accidents low and sales consistent for local businesses, the construction company needs to cut down the huge construction projects in that area. The process is a minor adjustment to the already mass amounts of construction projects and will overall be relatively inexpensive. It will lead to an easier flow of traffic, less traffic jams, and reduce vehicle delays. It will also benefit the local businesses that surround the construction area by making it easier for drivers to access their stores. We hope this proposal helps aim at overall success of Lubbock drivers.
Works Cited
Gallagher, James. “Driving Delays and Problems.” Article (Summer 2006): Vol. 28, Issue 17.
Hopmman, Randy. TxDot Expressway. April 12, 2008.
Pyle, Robin. “Is it Worth the Traffic Accidents?” Article (November 2007): Vol. 33, Issue 4.
APPENDICES
1) Has this inconsistent construction affected your daily commute?
Yes
30
No
0
2) Has this inconsistent construction affected your business?
Yes
3
No
1
3) Have sales dropped if the construction is near the place of business?
Yes
2
No
2
4) Have sales increased since the construction is past your business?
Yes
1
No
3
5) Have you experienced a traffic accident in the construction area?
Yes
7
No
23
6) Have you avoided stores in the construction area?
Yes
13
No
17
7) How often do you drive in the construction area?
Everyday
16
Once a week
5
Monthly
3
Never
2
8) How often are you delayed to your destination due to construction?
Everyday
11
Once a week
7
Monthly
5
Never
3
Ages of the Lubbock drivers Surveyed
52 – 2
35 – 7
30 – 3
24 – 5
21 – 8
18 – 5
Revised Assignment Reflection
Susan Brashear
ENGL2311-003
Dr. Liu
April 16, 2008
Assignment Reflection
The fourth assignment given was how to prepare and present proposals. This procedure is very important in the job industry and I believe that every student should have to take a course to learn the proper techniques involved with putting a professional and clear proposal together.
The main objective of this assignment was to teach students the correct way to put together a proposal. I think that the assignment given was very important and provided everyone with vital knowledge for the work force. I enjoyed making our proposal. I feel like this assignment and the information provided is going to stick with me throughout my life. The skills used in putting together a proposal are an ability that is going to persist through out my professional existence. Even if my job in the future does not always involve making proposals for my clients or employers, it is still important to be able to do this task efficiently and professionally. My specific duty was to set up the meetings we had with Taylor Condit. We were able to obtain our information through Mr. Condit, surveying Lubbock drivers and stores and also by speaking with Granite Construction Company. I believe that our proposal demonstrated awareness for our audience by showing that the construction causes delays and accidents. We were able to keep our personal opinions out of the proposal and we stayed on a more professional level. We also worked very hard on this assignment as a group. I feel like everyone did as much work as they could and were very professional about doing it.
In conclusion, the proposal assignment was one I enjoyed very much and will be able to use again and again in the future. Hopefully this assignment will help me be able to write clear and professional proposals for any situation I need.
ENGL2311-003
Dr. Liu
April 16, 2008
Assignment Reflection
The fourth assignment given was how to prepare and present proposals. This procedure is very important in the job industry and I believe that every student should have to take a course to learn the proper techniques involved with putting a professional and clear proposal together.
The main objective of this assignment was to teach students the correct way to put together a proposal. I think that the assignment given was very important and provided everyone with vital knowledge for the work force. I enjoyed making our proposal. I feel like this assignment and the information provided is going to stick with me throughout my life. The skills used in putting together a proposal are an ability that is going to persist through out my professional existence. Even if my job in the future does not always involve making proposals for my clients or employers, it is still important to be able to do this task efficiently and professionally. My specific duty was to set up the meetings we had with Taylor Condit. We were able to obtain our information through Mr. Condit, surveying Lubbock drivers and stores and also by speaking with Granite Construction Company. I believe that our proposal demonstrated awareness for our audience by showing that the construction causes delays and accidents. We were able to keep our personal opinions out of the proposal and we stayed on a more professional level. We also worked very hard on this assignment as a group. I feel like everyone did as much work as they could and were very professional about doing it.
In conclusion, the proposal assignment was one I enjoyed very much and will be able to use again and again in the future. Hopefully this assignment will help me be able to write clear and professional proposals for any situation I need.
Assignment Reflection
Susan Brashear
ENGL2311-003
Dr. Liu
April 16, 2008
Assignment Reflection
The fourth assignment given was how to prepare and present proposals. This procedure is very important in the job industry and I believe that every student should have to take a course to learn the proper techniques involved with putting a professional and clear proposal together.
The main objective of this assignment was to teach students the correct way to put together a proposal. I think that the assignment given was very important and provided everyone with vital knowledge for the work force. I enjoyed making our proposal. I feel like this assignment and the information provided is going to stick with me throughout my life. The skills used in putting together a proposal are an ability that is going to persist through out my professional existence. Even if my job in the future does not always involve making proposals for my clients or employers, it is still important to be able to do this task efficiently and professionally.
In conclusion, the proposal assignment was one I enjoyed very much and will be able to use again and again in the future. Hopefully this assignment will help me be able to write clear and professional proposals for any situation I need.
ENGL2311-003
Dr. Liu
April 16, 2008
Assignment Reflection
The fourth assignment given was how to prepare and present proposals. This procedure is very important in the job industry and I believe that every student should have to take a course to learn the proper techniques involved with putting a professional and clear proposal together.
The main objective of this assignment was to teach students the correct way to put together a proposal. I think that the assignment given was very important and provided everyone with vital knowledge for the work force. I enjoyed making our proposal. I feel like this assignment and the information provided is going to stick with me throughout my life. The skills used in putting together a proposal are an ability that is going to persist through out my professional existence. Even if my job in the future does not always involve making proposals for my clients or employers, it is still important to be able to do this task efficiently and professionally.
In conclusion, the proposal assignment was one I enjoyed very much and will be able to use again and again in the future. Hopefully this assignment will help me be able to write clear and professional proposals for any situation I need.
Monday, April 14, 2008
Revised MLA & APA Format
MLA Format:
MLA-style formatting gives the needed guidelines for documentation to be used in literary and linguistic analysis and for research in composition studies. MLA-style is necessary for papers submitted in English and other language or literature courses. “MLA format consists of two elements: the citation in the text and the list of works cited at the end of the document” (Markel 608). A works cited page is included in MLA-style format.
The multicultural consideration in technical writing is something that I think is very important and seems to be apart of almost any job. Just as Thrush states, “Most practitioners have probably encountered cultural differences directly on their jobs – in writing computer documentation for products to be sold worldwide, in designing maintenance manuals to be used by technicians of varying cultural backgrounds, or in working with the managers of their foreign owned companies” (par. 1). Not all audiences are going to learn or think on the same level as the next so it is important to be able to understand each culture and be considerate of each culture as well. It is important to have appropriate and clear headings and titles for multicultural audiences. One suggestion to achieve this is, “try to find samples written by people from the culture you are addressing to examine their use of headings and lists” (Markel 209). I think that this suggestion is going to be the best way to incorporate each culture into what you are trying to achieve.
Works Cited
Markel, Mike. Technical Communication. 8th ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s, 2007.
Thrush, Emily A. Multicultural Issues in Technical Communication. April 9, 2007.
APA Format:
APA-style formatting gives a published guideline for writers to use when writing papers and articles about psychology. It can also be used when writing over topics such as; education, economics and sociology. APA-style documentation is usually only appropriate for research in education and in social sciences. A reference page is included in APA-style format.
The multicultural consideration in technical writing is something that I think is very important and seems to be apart of almost any job. Just as Thrush (2007) states, “Most practitioners have probably encountered cultural differences directly on their jobs – in writing computer documentation for products to be sold worldwide, in designing maintenance manuals to be used by technicians of varying cultural backgrounds, or in working with the managers of their foreign owned companies” (para. 1). Not all audiences are going to learn or think on the same level as the next so it is important to be able to understand each culture and be considerate of each culture as well. It is important to have appropriate and clear headings and titles for multicultural audiences. As described by Markel (2007) one suggestion to achieve this is, “try to find samples written by people from the culture you are addressing to examine their use of headings and lists” (p.209). I think that this suggestion is going to be the best way to incorporate each culture into what you are trying to achieve.
References
Markel, M. (2007). Technical communication. (8th ed.). Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s.Thrush, E. Multicultural issues in technical communication. Retrieved April 9 2008, 1997,Fromhttp://director.hu.mtu.edu/webdesign/Seminar1/Assignments/Communication/Emily_thrush.pdf
MLA-style formatting gives the needed guidelines for documentation to be used in literary and linguistic analysis and for research in composition studies. MLA-style is necessary for papers submitted in English and other language or literature courses. “MLA format consists of two elements: the citation in the text and the list of works cited at the end of the document” (Markel 608). A works cited page is included in MLA-style format.
The multicultural consideration in technical writing is something that I think is very important and seems to be apart of almost any job. Just as Thrush states, “Most practitioners have probably encountered cultural differences directly on their jobs – in writing computer documentation for products to be sold worldwide, in designing maintenance manuals to be used by technicians of varying cultural backgrounds, or in working with the managers of their foreign owned companies” (par. 1). Not all audiences are going to learn or think on the same level as the next so it is important to be able to understand each culture and be considerate of each culture as well. It is important to have appropriate and clear headings and titles for multicultural audiences. One suggestion to achieve this is, “try to find samples written by people from the culture you are addressing to examine their use of headings and lists” (Markel 209). I think that this suggestion is going to be the best way to incorporate each culture into what you are trying to achieve.
Works Cited
Markel, Mike. Technical Communication. 8th ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s, 2007.
Thrush, Emily A. Multicultural Issues in Technical Communication. April 9, 2007.
APA Format:
APA-style formatting gives a published guideline for writers to use when writing papers and articles about psychology. It can also be used when writing over topics such as; education, economics and sociology. APA-style documentation is usually only appropriate for research in education and in social sciences. A reference page is included in APA-style format.
The multicultural consideration in technical writing is something that I think is very important and seems to be apart of almost any job. Just as Thrush (2007) states, “Most practitioners have probably encountered cultural differences directly on their jobs – in writing computer documentation for products to be sold worldwide, in designing maintenance manuals to be used by technicians of varying cultural backgrounds, or in working with the managers of their foreign owned companies” (para. 1). Not all audiences are going to learn or think on the same level as the next so it is important to be able to understand each culture and be considerate of each culture as well. It is important to have appropriate and clear headings and titles for multicultural audiences. As described by Markel (2007) one suggestion to achieve this is, “try to find samples written by people from the culture you are addressing to examine their use of headings and lists” (p.209). I think that this suggestion is going to be the best way to incorporate each culture into what you are trying to achieve.
References
Markel, M. (2007). Technical communication. (8th ed.). Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s.Thrush, E. Multicultural issues in technical communication. Retrieved April 9 2008, 1997,Fromhttp://director.hu.mtu.edu/webdesign/Seminar1/Assignments/Communication/Emily_thrush.pdf
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
MLA & APA Format
Susan Brashear
April 9, 2008
MLA Format:
MLA-style formatting gives the needed guidelines for documentation to be used in literary and linguistic analysis and for research in composition studies. MLA-style is necessary for papers submitted in English and other language or literature courses. “MLA format consists of two elements: the citation in the text and the list of works cited at the end of the document” (Markel 608). A works cited page is included in MLA-style format.
The multicultural consideration in technical writing is something that I think is very important and seems to be apart of almost any job. Just as Thrush states, “Most practitioners have probably encountered cultural differences directly on their jobs – in writing computer documentation for products to be sold worldwide, in designing maintenance manuals to be used by technicians of varying cultural backgrounds, or in working with the managers of their foreign owned companies” (par. 1). Not all audiences are going to learn or think on the same level as the next so it is important to be able to understand each culture and be considerate of each culture as well. It is important to have appropriate and clear headings and titles for multicultural audiences. One suggestion to achieve this is, “try to find samples written by people from the culture you are addressing to examine their use of headings and lists” (Markel 209). I think that this suggestion is going to be the best way to incorporate each culture into what you are trying to achieve.
Works Cited.
Markel, Mike. Technical Communication. 8th ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s, 2007.
Thrush, Emily A. Multicultural Issues in Technical Communication. April 9, 2007..
APA Format:
APA-style formatting gives a published guideline for writers to use when writing papers and articles about psychology. It can also be used when writing over topics such as; education, economics and sociology. APA-style documentation is usually only appropriate for research in education and in social sciences. A reference page is included in APA-style format.
The multicultural consideration in technical writing is something that I think is very important and seems to be apart of almost any job. Just as Thrush (2007) states, “Most practitioners have probably encountered cultural differences directly on their jobs – in writing computer documentation for products to be sold worldwide, in designing maintenance manuals to be used by technicians of varying cultural backgrounds, or in working with the managers of their foreign owned companies” (para. 1). Not all audiences are going to learn or think on the same level as the next so it is important to be able to understand each culture and be considerate of each culture as well. It is important to have appropriate and clear headings and titles for multicultural audiences. As described by Markel (2007) one suggestion to achieve this is, “try to find samples written by people from the culture you are addressing to examine their use of headings and lists” (p.209). I think that this suggestion is going to be the best way to incorporate each culture into what you are trying to achieve.
References.
Markel, M. (2007). Technical communication. (8th ed.). Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s.
Thrush, E. Multicultural issues in technical communication. Retrieved Sept. 16, 1997,
Fromhttp://director.hu.mtu.edu/webdesign/Seminar1/Assignments/Communication/Emily_thrush.pdf.
April 9, 2008
MLA Format:
MLA-style formatting gives the needed guidelines for documentation to be used in literary and linguistic analysis and for research in composition studies. MLA-style is necessary for papers submitted in English and other language or literature courses. “MLA format consists of two elements: the citation in the text and the list of works cited at the end of the document” (Markel 608). A works cited page is included in MLA-style format.
The multicultural consideration in technical writing is something that I think is very important and seems to be apart of almost any job. Just as Thrush states, “Most practitioners have probably encountered cultural differences directly on their jobs – in writing computer documentation for products to be sold worldwide, in designing maintenance manuals to be used by technicians of varying cultural backgrounds, or in working with the managers of their foreign owned companies” (par. 1). Not all audiences are going to learn or think on the same level as the next so it is important to be able to understand each culture and be considerate of each culture as well. It is important to have appropriate and clear headings and titles for multicultural audiences. One suggestion to achieve this is, “try to find samples written by people from the culture you are addressing to examine their use of headings and lists” (Markel 209). I think that this suggestion is going to be the best way to incorporate each culture into what you are trying to achieve.
Works Cited.
Markel, Mike. Technical Communication. 8th ed. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s, 2007.
Thrush, Emily A. Multicultural Issues in Technical Communication. April 9, 2007.
APA Format:
APA-style formatting gives a published guideline for writers to use when writing papers and articles about psychology. It can also be used when writing over topics such as; education, economics and sociology. APA-style documentation is usually only appropriate for research in education and in social sciences. A reference page is included in APA-style format.
The multicultural consideration in technical writing is something that I think is very important and seems to be apart of almost any job. Just as Thrush (2007) states, “Most practitioners have probably encountered cultural differences directly on their jobs – in writing computer documentation for products to be sold worldwide, in designing maintenance manuals to be used by technicians of varying cultural backgrounds, or in working with the managers of their foreign owned companies” (para. 1). Not all audiences are going to learn or think on the same level as the next so it is important to be able to understand each culture and be considerate of each culture as well. It is important to have appropriate and clear headings and titles for multicultural audiences. As described by Markel (2007) one suggestion to achieve this is, “try to find samples written by people from the culture you are addressing to examine their use of headings and lists” (p.209). I think that this suggestion is going to be the best way to incorporate each culture into what you are trying to achieve.
References.
Markel, M. (2007). Technical communication. (8th ed.). Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s.
Thrush, E. Multicultural issues in technical communication. Retrieved Sept. 16, 1997,
Fromhttp://director.hu.mtu.edu/webdesign/Seminar1/Assignments/Communication/Emily_thrush.pdf.
After Class Reading Assignment #2
Susan Brashear
After Class Reading Assignment #2
1. What is the identified problem that the sample proposal deals with?
The need to update the audio archives that are only available on cassette to CD.
2. Do the writers of the sample proposal declare what they are proposing directly in their introduction?
Yes, they say “ We propose changing the current audio archives process at Texas Tech Library Southwest Collections.”
3. How do the writers of the sample proposal describe the Statement of the Problem? Do they integrate both their primary and secondary research data to frame the problem? Are you convinced that there is an urgent need to solve this problem after you read this section of their proposal?
They say that it is difficult to use the audio archives available in the Library because they are only offered on cassette tapes instead of CD. Yes, I believe that they do. They experiment by doing a survey and research the problem themselves by seeing how many articles are on file only in cassette playing status. I believe that I am convinced that this is a problem. Although I have never needed to use one of the audio archives available here at the Library, if I were to I do not have a cassette player any longer.
4. How do the writers of the sample proposal propose their solution to the problem? Do they discuss the benefits of the solution in detail? Are you convinced that the solution is really effective? Why or why not?
They would like for the current audio archives to be put in compact disc mode. They do discuss the benefits. They say that they can use the archives on their CD players in their cars and also be able to download the files onto their computers of MP3 players. I think this is an effective solution because they everything would be available to everyone and there would be no excuse as to why things did not get done or turned in on time when a project or paper is in need of an audio archive.
5. Do you think that their method to put the solution into effect is effective? What do you learn for your group's method after reading this section ( the method) of the sample proposal)?
I think that five weeks is plenty of time to put this solution into effect. I think that our method is also going to be very effective and perhaps even save Lubbock some money!
6. How do the writers of the sample proposal try to show that they are qualified for doing this proposal?
They state that each of them have had to use the audio archives, worked in the library or have taken a technology course here at Texas Tech.
7. What are things in this sample proposal that impress you most?
That they could possibly move things to an MP3 downloadable database. This would virtually eliminate so many problems that come from trying to use these here at the library and they would be available right here in your home
8. What are the aspects in this sample proposal you might want to do them differently?
I don’t think that I would do anything differently. This subject is something that I am not that familiar with so I would have to do research on this topic to be able to make any suggestions.
Monday, April 7, 2008
Class Activity 20
Susan Brashear
Class Activity 20
April 7, 2008
1. To investigate bicycle head injuries and head injuries in general and how to prevent them.
2. Researching accident statistics and medical journals, interviewing cyclists and cycling organizations, reviewing coroners’ records and records of organizations involved in vehicular accidents.
3. I am very convinced as a reader that head injuries do exist. I experienced one when I was younger and it would not have been as severe as it was if I would have been wearing a helmet at the time. I think that getting the word out that head injuries are real and they do exist and can be avoided simply by wearing a helmet or another head protecting device is something that needs to be taken very seriously and needs to be dealt with immediately.
4. The writer persuaded me simply by stating the facts and giving case scenarios. All it takes is a small bump on the head to ruin someone’s life and upturn a family when it could have simply been avoided by wearing a helmet. The writer also persuaded me by giving statistics and real numbers to the accidents and deaths associated with head injuries.
Class Activity 20
April 7, 2008
1. To investigate bicycle head injuries and head injuries in general and how to prevent them.
2. Researching accident statistics and medical journals, interviewing cyclists and cycling organizations, reviewing coroners’ records and records of organizations involved in vehicular accidents.
3. I am very convinced as a reader that head injuries do exist. I experienced one when I was younger and it would not have been as severe as it was if I would have been wearing a helmet at the time. I think that getting the word out that head injuries are real and they do exist and can be avoided simply by wearing a helmet or another head protecting device is something that needs to be taken very seriously and needs to be dealt with immediately.
4. The writer persuaded me simply by stating the facts and giving case scenarios. All it takes is a small bump on the head to ruin someone’s life and upturn a family when it could have simply been avoided by wearing a helmet. The writer also persuaded me by giving statistics and real numbers to the accidents and deaths associated with head injuries.
Revised Adjustment Letter
CompUSA
5321 Rice Drive
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 894-1521
www.compusaneeds.com
February 27, 2008
Mr. Buck Wheat
234 Longhorn Drive
Levelland, TX 79336
Dear Mr. Wheat:
I was very unhappy to read your letter of February 13 telling me about the missing software on your new computer you purchased from CompUSA. Furthermore, I am sorry if this error has inconvenienced you in any way. Please accept my apologies for this manufacturing error.
Annie Dalhstrom, our best software installer, has already been in touch with you to arrange a convenient time to come out to Levelland to install the proper software on your computer free of charge. We are always including a free upgrade. We are already investigating this manufacturing error and we will see to it that it does not happen again.
I do realize that I cannot undo the fact that your computer did not come with the advertised software. To make up for the extra trouble and lost time you incurred, let me offer you a 15 percent discount on your next purchase or service order with us.
We value your business very much and would hate to lose you as a customer. We look forward to receiving your future orders and hope this issue has been resolved.
Yours truly,
Susan Brashear, Manager
Enclosure (1)
5321 Rice Drive
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 894-1521
www.compusaneeds.com
February 27, 2008
Mr. Buck Wheat
234 Longhorn Drive
Levelland, TX 79336
Dear Mr. Wheat:
I was very unhappy to read your letter of February 13 telling me about the missing software on your new computer you purchased from CompUSA. Furthermore, I am sorry if this error has inconvenienced you in any way. Please accept my apologies for this manufacturing error.
Annie Dalhstrom, our best software installer, has already been in touch with you to arrange a convenient time to come out to Levelland to install the proper software on your computer free of charge. We are always including a free upgrade. We are already investigating this manufacturing error and we will see to it that it does not happen again.
I do realize that I cannot undo the fact that your computer did not come with the advertised software. To make up for the extra trouble and lost time you incurred, let me offer you a 15 percent discount on your next purchase or service order with us.
We value your business very much and would hate to lose you as a customer. We look forward to receiving your future orders and hope this issue has been resolved.
Yours truly,
Susan Brashear, Manager
Enclosure (1)
Revised Memo
Interoffice Communication
To: Caleb Brian, Brandon Carlson, Holly Condit, Annie Dalhstrom, Marla Dobson, Billy Dreger, Tiffany Hartley, Kiele Jawish, Matt Muñoz, Jill Perry, Allie Philpot, Josh Romon, Amber Tallas, David Zwiacher
CC: Lily Pond, Personal Manager
From: Susan Brashear, Assistant Personnel Manager
Date: February 27, 2008
Subject: Personal Copies on the Photocopy Machine Issue
The purpose of this memo is to talk about using the photocopy machine in the work room for personal copying, and to come to a solution for this problem.
Summary
The personal use of the photocopy machine in the workroom has gone on long enough and needs to come to a stop. Koller Construction is constantly over the budget each month due to this problem. This is because of the surplus amounts of personal copying being done. Ms. Pond has asked several times that the personal use of the photocopy machine end yet it has not. I am pleased to announce that a solution to this problem has been reached.
Discussion
Koller Construction has come up with a plan of action for this problem we are having with the photocopy machine. Each employee will be assigned a different photocopy access number. The only way you will be able to use the photocopy machine is to enter your number. This will track what jobs have been printed and how many of each as well for each individual employee. Hopefully this will stop the hefty amounts of personal copying use from photocopy machine. If you do need to use the photocopy machine for personal use, you must clear it through Ms Pond or me at least one day in advance. At the end of each month, the individual numbers will be checked for the jobs printed off the photocopy machine. Ms. Pond and I will be able to see which print jobs are personal and which are company related by looking at the job title of the printed copies that will be saved in the database. The first time there are any personal jobs on your access number that had not been approved by Ms. Pond or me, that employee will be responsible for paying for the copies. The second time will result in termination from the company. This is a problem that has gone on long enough and needs to come to a stop.
Recommendation
I’d like to talk to each of you about this issue individually. At that time, I will assign your personal access code for the photocopy machine. Please come by my office before Friday to schedule your appointment with me.
To: Caleb Brian, Brandon Carlson, Holly Condit, Annie Dalhstrom, Marla Dobson, Billy Dreger, Tiffany Hartley, Kiele Jawish, Matt Muñoz, Jill Perry, Allie Philpot, Josh Romon, Amber Tallas, David Zwiacher
CC: Lily Pond, Personal Manager
From: Susan Brashear, Assistant Personnel Manager
Date: February 27, 2008
Subject: Personal Copies on the Photocopy Machine Issue
The purpose of this memo is to talk about using the photocopy machine in the work room for personal copying, and to come to a solution for this problem.
Summary
The personal use of the photocopy machine in the workroom has gone on long enough and needs to come to a stop. Koller Construction is constantly over the budget each month due to this problem. This is because of the surplus amounts of personal copying being done. Ms. Pond has asked several times that the personal use of the photocopy machine end yet it has not. I am pleased to announce that a solution to this problem has been reached.
Discussion
Koller Construction has come up with a plan of action for this problem we are having with the photocopy machine. Each employee will be assigned a different photocopy access number. The only way you will be able to use the photocopy machine is to enter your number. This will track what jobs have been printed and how many of each as well for each individual employee. Hopefully this will stop the hefty amounts of personal copying use from photocopy machine. If you do need to use the photocopy machine for personal use, you must clear it through Ms Pond or me at least one day in advance. At the end of each month, the individual numbers will be checked for the jobs printed off the photocopy machine. Ms. Pond and I will be able to see which print jobs are personal and which are company related by looking at the job title of the printed copies that will be saved in the database. The first time there are any personal jobs on your access number that had not been approved by Ms. Pond or me, that employee will be responsible for paying for the copies. The second time will result in termination from the company. This is a problem that has gone on long enough and needs to come to a stop.
Recommendation
I’d like to talk to each of you about this issue individually. At that time, I will assign your personal access code for the photocopy machine. Please come by my office before Friday to schedule your appointment with me.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Assignment Reflection
Susan Brashear
2311-003
Dr. Liu
March 26, 2008
Assignment Reflection
The third assignment given was how instructions and instruction packages were prepared. This procedure is very important in the job industry and I believe that every student should have to take a course to learn the proper techniques involved with putting proper and clear instructions together.
The main objective of this assignment was to teach students the correct way to put together an instruction packet. I think that the assignment given was very important and provided everyone with vital knowledge for the work force. I enjoyed making my instruction packet. I feel like this assignment and the information provided is going to stick with me throughout my life. The skills used in putting together an instruction packet are an ability that is going to persist through out my professional existence. Even if my job in the future does not always involve making instructions for my clients, it is still important to be able to do this task efficiently and professionally.
In conclusion, the instruction assignment was one I enjoyed very much and will be able to use again and again in the future. Hopefully this assignment will help me be able to write clear and professional instructions for anyone in need.
Instruction Set
How to Play Texas Hold ‘em
Introduction
The purpose of these instructions is to teach you the basic rules of Texas Hold ‘em.
Just follow these easy steps and you’ll be playing Texas Hold ‘em in no time!
Materials and Tools:
· 52 Card Deck
· Chips
· 2-21 Players
Terminology
· Blind Bets = Bets placed before the flop
· Small Blind = 1 chip
· Big Blind = 2 chips
· Board = Community cards
· Flop = First three cards in TX Hold ‘em on the board
· 4th Street or Turn Card = 4th card dealt on the board
· 5th Street or River Card = 5th and final card dealt on the board
· Burn Card = Card you discard before the flop, before 4th street and before the river.
· Pocket Cards = Cards dealt face down in each players hand.
· Checking = Not betting or folding but still wanting to stay in
· Betting = Placing at least 2 chips in the pot
· Folding = No longer being active/involved in the current game
· Pot = All the chips that have been bet
Steps
Step 1. The two players to the left of the dealer put out
blind bets. The player directly to the dealer's left
puts out the small blind while the player two to the
dealer's left puts out the big blind.
Step 2. Every player is dealt two cards, face down.
Step 3. The action, or the first move, falls on the player
to the left of the big blind. She can either check,
call the bet or fold. Betting continues around the
table, clockwise.
Step 4. After the betting is completed, one card from the
top of the deck is “burned” and three cards following
the “burned” card are dealt face up in the center of
the table, or the board. These cards are “community
cards” meaning everyone can (and will) use them in
combination with their own pocket cards to make the
best hand.
Step 5. From the flop on, betting begins with the player to
the dealer’s left, who can check or bet or fold.
Step 6. Another card from the top of the deck is “burned”
then the following card called Fourth Street is dealt
face up onto the board.
Step 7. Another round of betting, checking or folding occurs.
Step 8. The final “burn” card from the deck is used and the
following card is dealt face up. This card is the final
card for the board.
Step 9. A final round of betting, checking or folding occurs.
Step 10. The remaining players show their cards and the
person who can make the best five card hand by
combining their pocket cards with the cards on the
board wins.*
Conclusion
Now that you know the basic rules of Texas Hold ‘em, you can now join in on the fun! Good luck and happy betting!**
*Please visit http://ask.yahoo.com/20040707.html to learn what the best poker hands are and also what poker hands beat other poker hands.
**Please remember to also monitor your gambling. If you feel your gambling is getting out of control contact 1-800-522-4700.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Short Paragraph Using Plain English
Compliance 5 Contractors
PO Box 996
Levelland, TX 79336
We will be hiring in the pumping and skid truck positions in the near future. You must send us your resume. Please note that we will not be able to consider anyone who failed to send in their resume. Also, the resume should include a cover letter. We will be looking for someone with experience. Transportation, fuel and benefits will come with the postion(s). A team of professionals will be working with you during your first few weeks to help you along with our processes. The hired pump employees will work on the Levelland Unit, Slaughter Estate Unit and HT Boyd Unit. The hired skid truck employees will work on the SPlains All Jac Unit, East RKM Unit and AICF Unit. Please send us your resume so we can consider you for the position(s).
PO Box 996
Levelland, TX 79336
We will be hiring in the pumping and skid truck positions in the near future. You must send us your resume. Please note that we will not be able to consider anyone who failed to send in their resume. Also, the resume should include a cover letter. We will be looking for someone with experience. Transportation, fuel and benefits will come with the postion(s). A team of professionals will be working with you during your first few weeks to help you along with our processes. The hired pump employees will work on the Levelland Unit, Slaughter Estate Unit and HT Boyd Unit. The hired skid truck employees will work on the SPlains All Jac Unit, East RKM Unit and AICF Unit. Please send us your resume so we can consider you for the position(s).
Plain English Reflection
Plain English is a message, written with the reader in mind and with the right tone. The message is also clear and concise. I think that the use of plain English will help me write effective technical documents for my future employer(s). Since I am already working at a company, I can begin using plain English in my memos, emails and notes to my fellow employees and supervisors. I believe that the extra practice I get by using plain English in my every day tasks will better prepare me in using it in the future. Also, I believe that by using plain English it will allow me to be more direct and active with my ideas.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Class Activity 14
Susan Brashear
March 5, 2008
1. For those of you wanting to learn how to play poker or to better enhance your skills
2. You will need a deck of cards and something of value to bet with. i.e. poker chips or currency
3. The flop is the first three cards, 4th street is the four card and the river is the 5th and final card. Check is when you do not want to bet and call is when you call the bet. All in means you are betting everything you have. Side pot is when you have bet all you have and there are still players in the hand that would like to bet. The bets that they make are not eligible for the player to win. River rat is someone who is behind the entire hand and hits the card they need to win on the river. Burning a card means discarding it.
4. There can be upset players, so be aware of this. Also, you can get a paper cut from the cards.
5. What beats what, pictures of the games etc. Buying your poker chips, shuffling the cards, dealing the cards, dealing the flop, making a bet, burning a card, dealing 4th street, making a bet, burning a card, making a bet, dealing 5th street, making the bets. Calling or folding after the last card. Raising the bet.
6. I think that the reader will get confused on the part where you “burn” a card after the flop, and after 4th street. I will make sure to include graphics for these two steps.
7. The task can be carried out in the classroom.
8. Hopefully after reading my instructions you will be a better poker player. Good luck!!
March 5, 2008
1. For those of you wanting to learn how to play poker or to better enhance your skills
2. You will need a deck of cards and something of value to bet with. i.e. poker chips or currency
3. The flop is the first three cards, 4th street is the four card and the river is the 5th and final card. Check is when you do not want to bet and call is when you call the bet. All in means you are betting everything you have. Side pot is when you have bet all you have and there are still players in the hand that would like to bet. The bets that they make are not eligible for the player to win. River rat is someone who is behind the entire hand and hits the card they need to win on the river. Burning a card means discarding it.
4. There can be upset players, so be aware of this. Also, you can get a paper cut from the cards.
5. What beats what, pictures of the games etc. Buying your poker chips, shuffling the cards, dealing the cards, dealing the flop, making a bet, burning a card, dealing 4th street, making a bet, burning a card, making a bet, dealing 5th street, making the bets. Calling or folding after the last card. Raising the bet.
6. I think that the reader will get confused on the part where you “burn” a card after the flop, and after 4th street. I will make sure to include graphics for these two steps.
7. The task can be carried out in the classroom.
8. Hopefully after reading my instructions you will be a better poker player. Good luck!!
Monday, March 3, 2008
Class Activity 13
Susan Brashear
March 3, 2008
How to make a pumpkin pie
These instructions were intended for action takers. The purposes of these instructions were to help people learn how to make a pumpkin pie from scratch, and not out of a can.
The design and organization of the document guides the reader by giving clear instructions and visual pictures. The pictures really help the reader know exactly what each step is supposed to look like. The alignment of the pictures used in the instructions is arranged well. The pictures are placed on either side of the actual text.
There is just enough information in each step to get the point across on what needs to be done to complete the task. Each step gives clear instructions on how to make a pumpkin pie
The language used in the instructions is pretty informal. The relaxed language makes me think that preparing a pumpkin pie is pretty easy. The writer also puts in smiley faces and uses parenthesis throughout the instructions.
The graphics used in the instructions are very effective to me. There is a graphic for each step and really do apply to what the step is trying to get across. The sizes of the graphics are big enough to where the reader can see them. The instructions are online so the type of paper and binding is not accurate. The instructions do not come with accessing tools.
The instructions are titled, How to Make a Homemade Pumpkin Pie- from a Real Pumpkin, Not a Can! There is a brief introduction at the beginning of the instructions. The writer does get some safety advice in the steps by urging the reader not to can the ingredients. The writer also puts a link to go to on why not to do this. The materials and equipment needed for the task is listed after the introduction. The steps are organized and numbered which makes them very easy to follow. There is not a set conclusion; however, there is a frequently asked questions section.
I did not find anything that could use any type of improvement to the set of instructions.
March 3, 2008
How to make a pumpkin pie
These instructions were intended for action takers. The purposes of these instructions were to help people learn how to make a pumpkin pie from scratch, and not out of a can.
The design and organization of the document guides the reader by giving clear instructions and visual pictures. The pictures really help the reader know exactly what each step is supposed to look like. The alignment of the pictures used in the instructions is arranged well. The pictures are placed on either side of the actual text.
There is just enough information in each step to get the point across on what needs to be done to complete the task. Each step gives clear instructions on how to make a pumpkin pie
The language used in the instructions is pretty informal. The relaxed language makes me think that preparing a pumpkin pie is pretty easy. The writer also puts in smiley faces and uses parenthesis throughout the instructions.
The graphics used in the instructions are very effective to me. There is a graphic for each step and really do apply to what the step is trying to get across. The sizes of the graphics are big enough to where the reader can see them. The instructions are online so the type of paper and binding is not accurate. The instructions do not come with accessing tools.
The instructions are titled, How to Make a Homemade Pumpkin Pie- from a Real Pumpkin, Not a Can! There is a brief introduction at the beginning of the instructions. The writer does get some safety advice in the steps by urging the reader not to can the ingredients. The writer also puts a link to go to on why not to do this. The materials and equipment needed for the task is listed after the introduction. The steps are organized and numbered which makes them very easy to follow. There is not a set conclusion; however, there is a frequently asked questions section.
I did not find anything that could use any type of improvement to the set of instructions.
Revise Resume
Susan E. 2208 Rice Drive
Brashear Levelland, TX 79336
(806) 438-0019
susan.e.brashear@ttu.edu
Objective Obtain and analyze financial information to develop customized financial plans based on client requests
Education Texas Tech University
MS in Personal Financial Planning
Expected Graduation Date: 12/2009
Related Course Work
Business Law I and II Life Insurance Planning
Retirement Planning Personal Financial Planning I and II
Asset Management I and II Personal Practices in FFP
Personal Financial Planning Capstone
Employment 8/2004-present (20 hours per week): Secretary
Experience Compliance 5, Levelland, TX
Input employee information in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel 2007 and QuickBooks. Biweekly payroll and tax calculations. Meet with accountant. Handle bills.
Honors Awarded, Little Dribblers Basketball Association Scholarship, John L. and Vergie Belle Smallwood Scholarship, Dellano Phillips Memorial Scholarship, Melvin and Agnes Straube Scholarship.
Activities Member, Phi Theta Kappa Honors Fraternity, Campus Ambassadors, Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity, Soccer Sweethearts, Rugby Little Sis, Red to Black, Personal Financial Planning Association, Rock 101 Rock Hunny.
References Available upon request
Brashear Levelland, TX 79336
(806) 438-0019
susan.e.brashear@ttu.edu
Objective Obtain and analyze financial information to develop customized financial plans based on client requests
Education Texas Tech University
MS in Personal Financial Planning
Expected Graduation Date: 12/2009
Related Course Work
Business Law I and II Life Insurance Planning
Retirement Planning Personal Financial Planning I and II
Asset Management I and II Personal Practices in FFP
Personal Financial Planning Capstone
Employment 8/2004-present (20 hours per week): Secretary
Experience Compliance 5, Levelland, TX
Input employee information in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel 2007 and QuickBooks. Biweekly payroll and tax calculations. Meet with accountant. Handle bills.
Honors Awarded, Little Dribblers Basketball Association Scholarship, John L. and Vergie Belle Smallwood Scholarship, Dellano Phillips Memorial Scholarship, Melvin and Agnes Straube Scholarship.
Activities Member, Phi Theta Kappa Honors Fraternity, Campus Ambassadors, Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity, Soccer Sweethearts, Rugby Little Sis, Red to Black, Personal Financial Planning Association, Rock 101 Rock Hunny.
References Available upon request
Revise Cover Letter
2208 Rice Drive
Levelland, Texas 79336
susan.e.brashear@ttu.edu
February 6, 2008
Randy Schroeder
Managing Director
952 Echo Lane
Suite 190
Houston, TX 77024
Dear Mr. Schroeder:
I am writing in response to your job ad in the Personal Financial Planner Association of America, December edition. I would like to be considered for the financial planner position that is available. I believe that my experience in financial planning and counseling qualifies me for this position.
I have taken many classes in the Human Sciences Department, a few of these classes being asset management I and II, retirement planning and personal financial planning capstone. I am planning on receiving my M.S. in Personal Financial Planning at Texas Tech. My education has given me a strong background in financial planning, because of the projects, activities and group work I have done in my classes.
My work experience at Red to Black has qualified me in helping others with financial problems and questions. I have assisted fellow students and faculty members on making smart financial decisions to reach a goal of getting out of debt. For example, I helped a student devise a plan to get out of debt by organizing a weekly spending budget.
Enclosed is my resume and more information about my education and experience related to this position. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you further at your convenience. You can contact me anytime at 806-438-0019 or you can email me at susan.e.brashear@ttu.edu.
Sincerely,
Susan Brashear
Enclosure (1)
Levelland, Texas 79336
susan.e.brashear@ttu.edu
February 6, 2008
Randy Schroeder
Managing Director
952 Echo Lane
Suite 190
Houston, TX 77024
Dear Mr. Schroeder:
I am writing in response to your job ad in the Personal Financial Planner Association of America, December edition. I would like to be considered for the financial planner position that is available. I believe that my experience in financial planning and counseling qualifies me for this position.
I have taken many classes in the Human Sciences Department, a few of these classes being asset management I and II, retirement planning and personal financial planning capstone. I am planning on receiving my M.S. in Personal Financial Planning at Texas Tech. My education has given me a strong background in financial planning, because of the projects, activities and group work I have done in my classes.
My work experience at Red to Black has qualified me in helping others with financial problems and questions. I have assisted fellow students and faculty members on making smart financial decisions to reach a goal of getting out of debt. For example, I helped a student devise a plan to get out of debt by organizing a weekly spending budget.
Enclosed is my resume and more information about my education and experience related to this position. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you further at your convenience. You can contact me anytime at 806-438-0019 or you can email me at susan.e.brashear@ttu.edu.
Sincerely,
Susan Brashear
Enclosure (1)
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Class Activity 11
Class Activity 11
Susan Brashear, Lindsey Davis, Jayce Lowe
- Anyone accused of a crime or could be involved in an illegal situation. To inform anyone of their legal rights if/when arrested.
- Proximity: Groups the bullets by subheadings and the brochure stays on topic. Alignment: the brochure used a lot of bullets and bold faced titles. The pictures are underneath the related paragraph Repetition: Uses the same font and bold face for each of the subjects. All goes well together. Contrast: White paper, uses black and red bolded and then the additional information section has grey background with black font.
- The 2nd part of the brochure runs onto the next page, this makes things look less organized.
- The section titled “What to do if the police want to search your property” should be moved to the third page so it all gets put together. The
Assignment Reflection
Susan Brashear
2311-003
Dr. Liu
February 27, 2008
The second assignment given was how to write a professional letter, memo and email. This procedure is very important in the job industry and I believe that every student should have to take a course to learn the proper techniques involved on how professional letters, memos and emails are to be prepared.
The main objective of this assignment was to better prepare students for the professional communication process. I think that the assignment given was very important and provided everyone with vital knowledge for the work force. I enjoyed writing my adjustment letter and memo. I feel like this assignment and the information provided is going to stick with me throughout my life. The skills used in writing my adjustment letter and memo are an ability that is going to persist through out my professional existence. Letters, memos and emails are a large part of the professional communication network in the majority of business across the world. The documents need to be written on a professional and appropriate level at all time when dealing with business issues.
In conclusion, the adjustment letter and memo writing assignment is one I will keep with me throughout my professional existence. I think that I will be using my new skills in this area quite a lot!
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Memo
Interoffice Communication
To: Caleb Brian, Brandon Carlson, Holly Condit, Annie Dalhstrom, Marla Dobson, Billy Dreger, Tiffany Hartley, Kiele Jawish, Matt Muñoz, Jill Perry, Allie Philpot, Josh Romon, Amber Tallas, David Zwiacher
CC: Lily Pond, Personal Manager
From: Susan Brashear, Assistant Personnel Manager
Date: February 27, 2008
Subject: Personal Copies on the Photocopy Machine Issue
The purpose of this memo is to talk about using the photocopy machine in the work room for personal copying.
Summary
The personal use of the photocopy machine in the workroom has gone on long enough and needs to come to a stop. Koller Construction is constantly over the budget each month due to this problem. This is because of the surplus amounts of personal copying being done. Ms. Pond has asked several times that the personal use of the photocopy machine end yet it has not. I am pleased to announce that a solution to this problem has been reached.
Discussion
Koller Construction has come up with a plan of action for this problem we are having with the photocopy machine. Each of you will be assigned a different photocopy access number. The only way you will be able to use the photocopy machine is to enter your number. This will track what jobs have been printed and how many of each as well for each individual employee. Hopefully this will stop the hefty amounts of personal copying use from photocopy machine. If you do need to use the photocopy machine for personal use, you must clear it through Ms Pond or me at least one day in advance. At the end of each month, the individual numbers will be checked for the jobs printed off the photocopy machine. The first time there are any personal jobs on your access number that had not been approved by Ms. Pond or me, that employee will be responsible for paying for the copies. The second time will result in termination from the company. This is a problem that has gone on long enough and needs to come to a stop.
Recommendation
I’d like to talk to each of you about this issue individually. At that time, I will assign your personal access code for the photocopy machine. Please come by my office before Friday to schedule your appointment with me.
Adjustment Letter
CompUSA
(806) 894-1521
www.compusaneeds.com
February 27, 2008
Mr. Buck Wheat
Dear Mr. Wheat:
I was very unhappy to read your letter of February 13 telling me about the missing software on your new computer you purchased from CompUSA. Furthermore, I am sorry if this error has inconvenienced you in any way. Please accept my apologies for this manufacturing error.
Susan Brashear, Manager
Monday, February 25, 2008
Class Activity 10
Memo
To: Dr. Liu
From: Lindsey Davis, Jayce Lowe, Susan Brashear
Date: February 25, 2008
Subject: Multiculturalism
The purpose of this memo is to inform individuals about the differences between American and
Summary
In general, we were impressed to learn about the Japanese culture. The difference we found between the two letters salutation was that the American letter addressed the recipient by their last name and the
Discussion
The opening salutations of the two letters differ. The American based letter uses the client’s title and last name. This is done because Americans usually use names when addressing each other. The
Recommendations
It is important to have a basic understanding of different cultures. Not every culture is going to be the same as the next and it is important to understand this to avoid embarrassment or to disrespect. We feel like this matter needs to be talked about in a group discussion.
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