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Critical Reflection

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SIE 2016: Effective Communication was my first experience with university life. When I was introduced with this module on my first day, the initial impression I had with this module was that it is similar to what I have gone through back in poly. I thought that it would be a waste of time and energy. However, this module made me unlearn and relearn the knowledge that I thought I knew. The class was interactive, which makes it more engaging and real. By speaking publicly, I am able to build my confidence, which allows me to express my thoughts on a deeper level. I find that this is important as an engineering student. In engineering, it is impossible for us to look at things on the surface level. This module improved my analytical thinking, and I have become more critical when learning new things. On top of that, I have learned the importance of communication and how it helps everyone in our day-to-day life. As I have said in my Formal Letter, listening to the people around you is cruci
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Technical Report Draft 1

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1. Introduction People’s Party is inspired by the forefathers that built Singapore. We strive to help further improve on the current issues that Singapore is facing. This report discusses the issue of flash flooding that is seen to be a current recurring problem in Singapore. With the intention of being a (independent)/(high technology)/(keeping up to the advancement of technology) nation, this report also proposes sensors to be integrated in the drainage system to provide improvements. 1.1 Background  Climate change has affected every country all around the world. Droughts, rising sea levels and increased rainfall are the notable side effects of climate change. While Singapore is protected by its larger, neighbouring countries, it is not excluded from these side effects. According to Elangovan (2021), Singapore will not only face increased temperatures, but also intensified daily rainfalls as a result of climate change. Since 1980, Singapore has faced an increased annual total rate of
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Summary Reader Response

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  In the article, “Sustainability”, Missouri Asphalt Pavement Association (2013) discusses the “green” effects of asphalt. The article states that asphalt is considered “green” because it is non-disposable and reusable regardless of its age, while also allowing other waste products to be involved in the process. The article also explains how the development of Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) is revolutionary in asphalt paving through the incorporation of old asphalt into new asphalt. This is due to the fact that lesser pristine resources are used, thus reduces spending and fuel usage, which benefits both contractors and the environment. The article also highlights innovations such as Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA) and porous pavements that are beneficial to the environment. The article claims that WMA reduces carbon footprints. In addition, porous pavements allow rainwater drainage into recharge beds for soil absorption and replenishes aquifers rather than forcing water into sewers.   With
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Summary Reader Response - Draft 2

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In the article, “Sustainability”, Missouri Asphalt Pavement Association (2013) discusses the “green” effects of asphalt. The article states that asphalt is considered “green” because it is non-disposable and reusable regardless of its age, while also allowing other waste products to be involved in the process. The article also explains how the development of Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) is revolutionary in asphalt paving through the incorporation of old asphalt into new asphalt. This is due to the fact that lesser pristine resources are used, thus reduces spending and fuel usage, which benefits both contractors and the environment. The article also highlights innovations such as Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA) and porous pavements that are beneficial to the environment. The article claims that WMA reduces carbon footprints. In addition, porous pavements allow rainwater drainage into recharge beds for soil absorption and replenishes aquifers rather than forcing water into sewers. With all o
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Summary Reader Response - Draft 1

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 In the article, “Sustainability”, Missouri Asphalt Pavement Association (2013) discusses the “green” effects of asphalt. The article states that asphalt is considered “green” because it is non-disposable and reusable regardless of its age, while also allowing other waste products to be involved in the process. The article also explains how the development of Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) is revolutionary in asphalt paving through the incorporation of old asphalt into new asphalt. This is due to the fact that lesser pristine resources are used, thus reduces spending and fuel usage, which benefits both contractors and the environment. The article also highlights innovations such as Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA) and porous pavements that are beneficial to the environment. The article claims that WMA reduces carbon footprints. In addition, porous pavements allow rainwater drainage into recharge beds for soil absorption and replenishes aquifers rather than forcing water into sewers. Although
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Article Summary Draft 2 - Green Asphalt

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In  the article, “Sustainability”, M issouri Asphalt Pavement Association (2013) discusses the “green” effects of asphalt. The article states that asphalt is considered “green” because it is non-disposable and reusable regardless of its age, while also allowing other waste products to be involved in the process. The article also explains how the development of Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) is revolutionary in asphalt paving through the incorporation of old asphalt into new asphalt. This is due to the fact that lesser pristine resources are used, thus reduces spending and fuel usage, which benefits both contractors and the environment. The article also highlights innovations such as Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA) and porous pavements that are beneficial to the environment. The article claims that WMA reduces carbon footprints. In addition, porous pavements allow rainwater drainage into recharge beds for soil absorption and replenishes aquifers rather than forcing water into sewers. Despi
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Article Summary Draft 1 - Green Asphalt

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In the article, “Sustainability”, Missouri Asphalt Pavement Association (2013) discusses the “green” effects of asphalt. Not only is asphalt considered “green” for being non-disposable and reusable regardless of its age, but also because it allows other waste products to be involved in the process. The development of Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) is revolutionary in asphalt paving, as it uses cultivated old asphalt to be incorporated into new asphalt using heat. Lesser pristine resources are used, thus reduces spending and fuel usage. This benefits both contractors and the environment. Additionally, innovations such as Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA) and porous pavements are beneficial to the environment. Halved temperature emissions and reduced carbon footprints are resultant of WMA’s hybrid production. Porous pavements on the other hand allow rainwater drainage into recharge beds for soil absorption and replenishes aquifers rather than forcing water into sewers. Reference: Missouri Asphalt
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