ece 582: electrical and computer engineering design i introduction, technical definitions, and...
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ECE 582: Electrical and Computer Engineering Design I
Introduction,
Technical Definitions, and Resume
Goals for this lecture
Go over technical definitions and resume writing
Assignments
Resume Due next Wednesday
Info Sheet Turn in today if you have not already done so
Technical Definitions Chapter 3 in Pocket Book of Technical
Writing by Finkelstein
“In technical writing, definition is the process by which one assigns a precise meaning to a term.” – Fink, p.25
(Qualifier +) Term = Classification + Differentiation
Technical Definitions II Qualifier:
“used when general context for a definition needs to be established up front” – Fink p.26
Classification: “a general category in which the term fits” –
Fink p.27 Differentiation:
“Narrowing the meaning of the term to just one possibility within the class.” – Fink p.29
Technical Definitions III What is a stall?
Needs qualifier: Stall can be used in many contexts (horse, aircraft, automobile, etc).
(Qualifier +) Term = Classification + Differentiation
In aeronautics, a stall is a flight condition in which the lift produced is less than the weight of the airplane.
Technical Definitions IV Know Audience! Definition Extensions (pg. 30)
Further Definitions – Define additional terms in definition
Compare and Contrast – Compare term (artifact) with other terms
Classification – Further classify artifact (i.e. The item is classified as … )
Cause and Effect – Demonstrate why something occurs
Process – List steps in a procedure Exemplification – Give example where artifact is
used
Resume Writing
Due next Wednesday, 1/14, in class
Remember this along with the info sheet will help form groups for ECE 582 project teams
1-2 pages
Resume I (Chap. 19 Finkelstein)
Match skills to employer’s needs. Want to work for a particular employer Looking for a specific position Have technical skills required for the job Have written and oral communication skills Have necessary personal traits Are available within employer’s timeframe
Hiring the wrong person is an expensive mistake employers try to avoid.
Resume Tips Be sure your resume is perfect both grammatically and
stylistically Place most important information towards top (i.e. experience,
objective, education, etc) Careful following templates too closely (i.e. most ECEs have MS
Office experience). Establish uniqueness Use action/key words (i.e. Proficient, Managed, Operated, etc) Tailor your resume for the position. Be truthful, but not self effacing. Limit resume to one page. Do not use fancy paper or exotic folds. Use a heavier paper
that is not see through. Avoid symbols that aren’t easily scanable.
Avoid Acronyms Never refer to yourself in the third person Do not include salary requirements
Resume Writing II Outline
NameObjective – Clearly state what you want to do.Strengths – Short statement of your strongest
capabilitiesEducation – Most of your effort / resume area is here.
Relevant coursesComputer Skills – Languages, OS, Applications, Platforms Descending order of expertise. Do not exaggerate.Experience Personal
Work Time
Time to work on your resume