Self-Introduction

Dear Prof Blackstone,

I am writing this to further introduce myself given that our interaction in class is limited. My name is Pang Yong Xun, and I am currently a year 1 engineering student attending your effective communication module.

Before deciding to pursue further studies in a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, I was a graduate from Singapore Polytechnic with a diploma in aeronautical engineering. Having graduated back in 2017, I had decided that a career in the aerospace sector was not my cup of tea. Being fascinated with ground-based engineering projects since young, I believe that a degree in mechanical engineering would provide me with the skills to be able to pursue a career in the automotive sector.

In regards to weakness in communicating with others, I often find myself experiencing difficulties in oral and written communication. I find it difficult to explain my points in a clear and concise manner, and that has resulted in my lack of confidence to present ideas to large groups of people. However, when it comes down to interacting with others in work environments, I believe my stint as a clerk while in in the army has equipped me with valuable experience. In this case, I had to communicate between various groups of people to ensure smooth operation of day-to-day activities. This has shown me that communication across all levels are equally important.

Hopefully, this module will not only improve both my written and oral communication skills, but will also allow me to better myself. I am looking forward to attending your classes and gaining more insight from you.

updated 17 Feb 2020