PROPER CITATIONS AND REFERENCES:nn1. Be creative in presenting your planning and analysis. You should research, glean and include materials necessary to appropriately communicate and understanding of the system. You need to write the report in your own words and give proper credits to sources you use.nn2. If you quote a source word-for-word, do the following:n

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n3. If you paraphrase a source, do the following:n

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n4. All references listed under the References section must be cited in the text. There should be no “orphan” reference in the References section.nn5.Remember: its not enough to simply include the full reference at the end of the report under the References section. YOU HAVE TO PROVIDE THE IN-TEXT CITATION DIRECTLY IN THE TEXT ALSO.nnWHAT TO DO:n

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1. The report must be typed.

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2. The various diagrams must be drawn using software such as Visio. Visio is easier to use for drawing diagrams.

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3. Draw tour own diagrams, don’t copy them from manufatures’ website.

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4. Use the reference section to list all sources (online and in hardcopy form) or materials used.

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5. The length should be between 1,500 and 2,000 words (not counting the Reference section, tables, and figures).

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1. Do not clutter your report with unnecessary drawings and diagrams that do not add to the substance and clarity of the report.

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2. Do not blindly copy manufactures diagrams

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3. Do not plagiarize.

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