When I send a CV via email, what should I write on the subject and the content of the email?
Emailing a CV to an employer seems straightforward ‒ until you create a draft and realize you don’t know what to say. As it turns out, there’s more to it than simply attaching your job-application materials. On our blog at TopCV, contributor Laura Slingo has addressed some of the challenges that come with emailing your CV. You can read her full response, but here is a summary:The subject lineBecause recruiters receive so many emails every day, it’s important that your subject line tells them exactly who you are and what your email is for. Write your name, the job title on the advert, and the reference number (if there is one). This will help to make sure that your CV ends up in the right place.The body of the emailIf you’ve been instructed to only send your CV, treat the body of your email as a kind of cover letter. Just like in any cover letter, convey to the employer why you are a good fit for the role and what you have to offer the company.In some cases, a prospective employer will ask you to attach both a CV and cover letter to your email. If this is the case, don’t make the body of your email a duplication of these things. Keep your email brief and mention the essentials: who you are, the job you’re applying for, your contact details and, most importantly, that your CV and cover letter are attached.Saving and attaching your CVFile names and file types are more important than you might think. When sending your CV, make sure that the file name is professional and identifiable: ‘jane-doe-cv’, for example. When it comes to file types, the PDF is not always your friend. Because PDFs cannot be read by applicant tracking systems, it’s best to steer clear of this file type unless it is specifically given as an option. A Word document in .doc or .docx is the safest way to go.TopCV will make sure that the CV you’re emailing is strong. You can submit your CV for a free critique here: https://www.topcv.co.uk/cv-review
Which are the top online certification courses for mechanical engineers / engineering students?
1.There are 3 courses (each course being 5weeks long)on understanding materials at a molecular level from MIT at EdX. Good place to start if you are interested in pursuing a career related to materials.2. Another course which complements the above course would be that on Finite Element Analysis which is available on Coursera although from a different university. This course is 15 weeks long. In addition to FEA concepts, you would also require basics of either python or MATLAB to complete this course, so you would be learning a new language(if not learnt before).3. There is a course on Product Design by TuDelft on EdX.This course is 7 weeks long where you would acquainted with the process of design as adopted by the university and has assignments that require you to use these methods to arrive at the solution.4. If you have inclinations towards industrial engineering, there are specialisation courses on project management on Coursera.5. This is ignored a lot. But there are Advanced Training Centres (initiative of Ministry of Skill and Labour Development,Government of India) which provide courses related to diverse mechanical subjects like Heat Mass transfer, automobile( servicing all electronic, electrical components of both diesel and petrol engines), Metrology, CNC, Took Design, softwares like Catia, ProE, Solidworks, MasterCam, industrial hydraulics and pneumatics, their plc programming and industrial application and many courses based on the curriculum. These are 1-2 weeks courses.If you are interested in adding certifications for your resume, go for the first four.( with brand name and other things). Go with option 5 if you want some practical hands on experience with machine components the level of which is usually not provided in colleges. Also is a great place for networking
What is the DRDO CEPTAM 9’s new pattern for the exam and the syllabus for STA-B?
Pattern of CEPTAM 9 is similar to that off CEPTAM 08 the only change is that this time the exam is going to be conducted online as mentioned in the notification it would be a computer based test(CBT) for both tier 1 and tier 2 exams.. Unlike ceptam 07 the CEPTAM 09 is going to have tier 2 exam instead of an interview..TIER 1 CBT EXAM:150 questions each question carries 1mark and the total number of marks are 150 and the duration of the exam is 120minutes i.e 2hours.Syllabus for TIER 1 :Quantitative ability/aptitude, General intelligence & Reasoning ability, General awareness, English language (basic knowledge), General scienceTIER 2 CBT EXAM:100 questions each question carries 1 mark and the total numbers of marks are 100 and duration of the exam is 90minutes i.e 1 1/2 hour.syllabus for TIER2:specific to subject of post-code.Note:There is no negative marking for CEPTAM 09
What is the difference between PVC and CPVC?
PVC and UPVC has few, but significant differences in terms of production, application and longevity.Production:PVC: Standing for “Polyvinyl Chloride”, PVC is a thermoplastic polymer. It has smooth and non reacting inside surfaces which does not react with acids. PVC is world’s third most widely produced plastic.CPVC: Standing for “Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride”, CPVC is also a thermoplastic produced by the chlorination of PVC resin.Application:PVC: PVC being non-reactive to acids, being cheap, durable and more flexible, finds a wide range of application in piping, plumbing and many other areas.CPVC: CPVC having smooth internal surface and extreme temperature handling capacities due to chlorination process, these pipes can be used for industrial liquid handling. It can also carry drinking water for long distances without any pressure loss.Longevity:PVC: It usually lasts a bit less than its chlorinated cousin.CPVC: These pipes usually last for about 50–70 years.As, usability may vary from person to person or from household to household, one should always consult a pvc pipe manufacturing company so that they can better suggest you as to what can be beneficial according to your need.