Writing_Progress_Reports_Lecture_Prof Sam.pptx
- 1. Writing Progress Reports Course:Technical Report Writing & Seminar Undergraduate Lecture By Engr. Prof. O.D Samuel
- 2. Introduction • • Progressreports communicate the status of an ongoing project. • • They describe what has been done, what is ongoing, and what is planned. • • Purpose: To inform supervisors, sponsors, or colleagues about project development.
- 3. Importance of ProgressReports • • Keeps stakeholders informed • • Ensures accountability • • Helps identify problems early • • Provides a record of work • • Supports decision-making
- 4. Characteristics of aGood Progress Report • • Clear and concise • • Objective and factual • • Well-organized • • Honest about achievements and challenges • • Forward-looking
- 5. Structure of aProgress Report • 1. Title Page / Heading • 2. Introduction / Background • 3. Work Completed • 4. Work in Progress • 5. Problems / Challenges • 6. Planned Work • 7. Conclusion / Summary • 8. References (if necessary)
- 6. Writing Style andLanguage • • Use formal and professional tone • • Past tense for completed work • • Present tense for ongoing tasks • • Future tense for planned work • • Prefer active voice • • Be precise, avoid vague expressions
- 7. Example: Solar-Powered PumpProject • • Work Completed: Literature review, procurement, schematic design • • Work in Progress: Assembling prototype, testing efficiency • • Problems: Delivery delay, lab space issues • • Planned Work: Assembly completion, performance tests • • Status: 60% complete
- 8. Common Mistakes toAvoid • • Being vague • • Exaggerating achievements • • Poor structure • • Informal language • • Omitting future tasks
- 9. Practical Tips forStudents • • Keep a diary of project activities • • Follow given format/template • • Use tables, bullet points, or diagrams • • Proofread before submission • • Submit reports on time
- 10. Conclusion • • Progressreports are tools for effective communication. • • They are important for accountability and transparency. • • Mastering progress reports benefits academic and professional careers.