ENG3011
Part 1:
In chapter 12, we learned about effective writing of instructions and procedures. For this assignment, you will write a brief set of instructions. Your instructions should be in the form of a numbered list with a brief introduction and conclusion. Select your topic from the list below:
1. scanning a document
2. accurately collecting a specimen or lab sample
3. testing chlorine in a swimming pool
4. shaving a patient for surgery
5. removing "red eye" from a digital photo
6. surveying a parcel of land
7. creating a slideshow of the digital photos you took on a job
8. jumping a dead car battery
9. using the Heimlich maneuver to help a choking individual
10. testing a circuit
11. setting up a video conference call using Skype
12. taking someone's blood pressure
13. editing digital video
14. welding a V-joint
15. recording a podcast
16. establishing the right dpi/resolution for an image you are using in a set of instructions
17. backing up your computer files to an external hard drive
18. building a backyard composting system
19. decontaminating a doctor's exam room after an infectious patient leaves
Requirements:
· Identify your audience
· Include a brief introduction, listing the preparation, equipment, or materials needed.
· Create a numbered list with clear, concise instructions.
· Be sure to include necessary warnings, notes, or trouble-shooting tips
· Provide a brief conclusion
· Include at least one visual
· Keep your word-count under 200
Part 2:
In your reading assignments this week, chapters 14 and 15, you will explore short reports and long reports. Please use this discussion board to brainstorm ideas for how short reports might be used in your field.
Step A: Three Ideas
· Consider the different types of short reports listed on page 555 in your textbook. Post three ideas for how short reports might be used in your particular field. Please format your post as follows:
Job Field: Economics
1. Type of report: Purpose:
2. Type of report: Purpose:
3. Type of report: Purpose: