qualities:
adj. - n. - antonym
skills & cover letter
Material Properties
Properties - Opposites
100

dedicated

dedication (n.)
undedicated

100

Name 8 transitional phrases

cause and effect: consequently, therefore, accordingly, as a result, for this reason, hence, thus

sequence: furthermore, in addition, moreover, firstly/secondly/finally, in the first place, likewise, again/also, besides

comparison or contrast: similarly, also, in the same way, likewise, although, at the same time, but, conversely, even so, however, in contrast, nevertheless, nonetheless, on the contrary, otherwise, still, yet

100

Name 7 common properties of composites.

lightweight; high strength; low density; excellent fatigue resistance; excellent corrosion resistance; durable; low thermal conductivity; low coefficiency of thermal expansion

100

flammable

fire-resistant; inflammable; flame-proof

200

rational

rationale, rationality (n)
irrational, illogical, unreasonable

200

What are the sections of a cover letter?

Your address
Your recipient address
Date
Position Applying for
Salutation/Greeting
Body - intro, 2 supporting paragraphs
Conclusion
Signature

200

Name 5 properties of mild/low-carbon steel. 

high impact resistance; high tensile strength; low rigidity; good malleability; good ductility; good durability (though oxidization occurs - rust);

200

rigid

flexible

300

persuasive

persuasion (n).
unpersuasive, unconvincing

300

Describe the purpose of the 4 body paragraphs

1st: Introduction, how you found the job, connections with organization
2nd: Discuss job-related skills (interpersonal and personal) and accomplishments
3rd: Discuss real-life example(s) to highlight why you’re a good fit
4th: conclusion, follow up, ask for interview

300

Name 7 properties of hardened concrete (ceramic material).

fire-resistant; water-proof; corrosion-resistant; heat-resistant; high strength; high durability; low thermal conductivity; impact-resistant

300

amorphous

crystalline

400

efficient

efficiency (n.)
inefficient

400

Give 1 example of each skill: knowledge-based skill, transferable skill, personal skill

knowledge-based: acquired from education or training
computer skills, languages, degrees, courses (science, math...), technical ability

transferable: portable skills you take from job to job
Communication and people skills, analytical problem solving skills

400

Name 4 characteristics of thermoplastics

Thermoplastics: (1) can melt if heated (2) high impact resistance (3) more expensive (than thermosets) (4) recyclable (5) remolding/reshaping capabilities

400

transparent

opaque

500

analytic

analysis (n);
unanalytic, illogical, unreasonable

500

Name 4 characteristics of thermosets

Thermosets: (1) more resistant to high temperatures (compared to thermoplastics) (2) highly flexible design (3) high levels of dimensional stability (4) cost-effective (5) non-recyclable (6) cannot be remolded or shaped

500

conducting

insulating

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