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Logical or Formal Definition

Logical or Formal Definition. Includes Term Class Differentia or Distinguishing Features. Formal Examples. An ohmmeter is an indicating instrument that directly measure the resistance of an electrical circuit The Superpave Gyratory Compactor is an asphalt testing machine that.

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Logical or Formal Definition

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  1. Logical or Formal Definition • Includes • Term • Class • Differentia or Distinguishing Features

  2. Formal Examples • An ohmmeter is an indicating instrument that directly measure the resistance of an electrical circuit • The Superpave Gyratory Compactor is an asphalt testing machine that . ..

  3. More Examples • A transitis a land-surveying instrument used to measure horizontal and vertical angles.

  4. Distinguish or Differentiate • Name its essential properties • Explain what it does • Describe what it is made of or what it looks like • Explain how to make or do it

  5. Avoid • Circular definitions • Do not us the term itself • A designated hitter is a hitter • A designated hitter is a baseball player (class) who

  6. Use positive statements • Beer is not a wine • Beer is . . . . .

  7. Use form of “to be” • For grammatical consistency • Not: Osmosis is when • But: Osmosis is a water-purification process in which . . . . .

  8. Pattern of Organization • Introduction • Defining sentences • Term, class and start of distinguish from other members from class • Transition into 2-3 body paragraphs

  9. Transition Examples • The SGC is capable of producing test specimens for volumetric analysis and then recording the performance data of asphalt mixes.

  10. Another Example • What sets the vertical takeoff and landing civil transport (VTOL/CT) apart from conventional aircraft is its forward flight performance and its high-speed cruise performance.

  11. Body Paragraphs (2-3) • Develop uniqueness of term from others in class • Use notes from class • Key ideas in topic sentence directly related to transition from intro.

  12. Topic Sentence Examples • The SGC’s primary function is to produce test specimens for volumetric analysis. • The SGC records performance data of asphalt mixes.

  13. Conclusion paragraph • Conclude by summarizing • Main idea of paper • Key ideas from each body paragraph • Tie paper together

  14. Plan Graphic • Related to key idea • Interpreted and Referred in text • Number and descriptive title • Caption with key idea

  15. Write a Transmittal Memo • Direct to immediate audience • Orient audience to attached topic paper

  16. Transmittal Letter/Memo • Specialized letters or memos • Function as introductory cover letter to report • Directed to main audience member assigning report

  17. Transmittal Memos • Need a short one for Assignments 5, 6 & 7 • Orient reader about topic papers • Need to be realistic • Practice for big reports

  18. Letter/Memo of Transmittal • When do you use Memo? internal • When do you use Letter? external & internal • Attach to front of report or after title page

  19. Transmittal Guidelines Con’t • State topic & indicate report is attached • Establish purpose of report • Explain Why, When & by Whom report authorized • Give Brief Summary

  20. Transmittal Guidelines Con’t • Stress Key Information • Include comments that might not fit in the report (planned future report?) • End with a sense you appreciate having the opportunity to prepare the report

  21. Transmittal Con’t Pattern of Organization • Introduction--Orient readers • Middle--emphasize one main benefit • Last--appreciation and offer to answer questions

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