"Building with bamboo" Summary, Draft #2

In the article, ‘Building with bamboo,’ Ghavami and Garcia (2017) stated that bamboo can be safely substituted for conventional construction materials such as steel and cement, which are polluting and “high-energy-demanding” materials. There are enough scientific information to increase the use of bamboo for construction industries posited from research and development since 1970s. Moreover, an issue of ICE Structures and Buildings has presented papers on improving the mechanical characterization and standardization of the bamboo material. The author used multiple research to support using bamboo culms to replace wood, concrete and steel. Apart from its environmental benefits, bamboo also creates economic incentives for farmers to develop bamboo plantations and use the bamboo for their daily activities. The authors implied that energy saving and conservation of our earth limited resources can reduce in environmental pollution with the use of bamboo in construction industry.

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"Building with bamboo" Summary, Draft #1

 In the article, ‘Bamboo with buildings’ by Ghavami and Garcia (2017) stated that bamboo is a very essential and unique material in the housing and infrastructure industry. They are used to replace the vast use of steel and cement, as they is inexpensive and energy-saving; also mitigates widespread damage and destruction caused by natural disasters like global warming. Bamboo also facilitates in the housing of the world’s increasing population. On the contrary, bamboo forests, which are easily accessible, play an important role in managing water cycles, minimize soil erosion and eliminate carbon from the atmosphere. This benefit farmers who can grow bamboo plantations and use bamboo shoots as part of their daily life. However, bamboo is very prone to attacks by insects and bacteria. According to Khatib and Nuonu (2017), using linseed oil improves on the bond between bamboo and concrete. This improves the chemical properties of bamboo and increased the widespread use of bamboo towards technical, normative and cultural challenges.

Partner: Angela Hwee Sook Yee

Introduction

Dear Professor Blackstone,

I would like to take this opportunity to formally introduce myself so that you know me better. My name is Roland Lau, a student from your effective communication module. In the letter, I will reflect on my educational background, field of interest in this civil engineering programme, communication strength, weakness and the goals I want to achieve by the end of this module.

I graduated from Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) with a diploma in electronic, computer and communication engineering in the year of 2015. Thereafter, furthering my studies in Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) majoring in civil engineering. Changing my field of study from an electronic background to a civil engineering background was a drastic change. It all happened during my final semester in polytechnic where I was specialized in green technology. Through that particular semester, my interest was driven away and mesmerized by the beautiful buildings in Singapore. From then on, I had decided to pursue a degree in Civil Engineering.  In addition, I thought that Civil Engineering was a growing industry.

Through a few leadership courses that I went through, I got to understand myself better. It was when I realised one of the key strengths I have in communications is that I am able to project and deliver my content well. However, my greatest strength is also my weakness. When I talk too much, I also need to listen.

My goals for this module are to improve active listening and writing communication skills as I believe that communication is the key aspect to success. I hope that I am able to attain the skills of communication so as to boost my confidence level which will greatly benefit me in near future.

Thank you for your time and I look forward to attending your lectures.

Best regards,

Roland Lau


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