7. Answer the questions to test your comprehension.

1. What are the spheres of heat – and – power supply application?

2. What advantages does a wide application of heat – and – power engineering give to specialists?

3. What are the important directions in the exploitation of a heat network?

4. What do modern technologies presuppose?

5. What was formed to have the energy system work smartly?

8. Speak about your speciality using the following words and word combinations:

wide application advantage obligation to develop

to calculate to determine demand network

to be engaged include load specialist

to be formed requirement

Part II Unit 1. Applying for a job preparatory work

Time flies, and one day you will have to seek for the job. In this unit you'll learn how to write a letter of job application, curriculum vitae (CV) = resume (American version), a short written account of your education and past employment.

How to write a job application

The job-winning tips given by some professionals:

1. Writing in black ink on white unlined paper looks professional.

2. Put your address, telephone number and date in the top right-hand corner and the name of the person you are applying to on the left, level with the date. Write the company name and address below.

3. You can possibly type your letter but employers prefer to see your handwriting. Leave a line between paragraphs.

4. First paragraph – a polite one-sentence opening explanation why you are writing.

5. Tell them you know they are busy people but stress that your CV proves you are worth time too.

6. Describe yourself like a product on sale. List your skills and personal qualities like high motivation, enthusiasm and adaptability.

7. If you have qualifications, list them briefly.

8. Flattery is important, so explain why it's the only firm you want to work for.

9. Ask for an interview. Say you are happy to come in for a chat at any time, even if there are no jobs available now. Thank the reader for their time and remind them you are waiting for a reply. Use "Yours sincerely" if you're writing to a named person and "Faithfully" if you started "Dear Sir/Madam". Sign your letter at the bottom left and print your name clearly below.

Job application

Dear Sir/Madam 30 Henry Court

Meadows

Nottingham

No. 92

I am writing to enquire about the possibility of employment with your company. I can offer a variety of skills from practical to clerical, any role would suit at present time. I enclose my CV for your attention.

For the past two years I have been engaged in casual voluntary work at Queens Medical Center. This has kept me busy and has led to meeting new people. A position at your company, however, would allow me to resume a working role.

I am adaptable, reliable and willing to retrain. From packing to office work, my past experience may be useful to you, given the opportunity.

If there is a position available at this time, I can be contacted on (telephone No) in the afternoons and would be more than willing to come down for an interview. If not then would you please keep my details to hand for the near future.

Yours faithfully

How to write a CV (curriculum vitae)

1. Always type it on unlined white paper, preferably a single sheet.

2. Write your name, address and telephone number.

3. Put your health record, date of birth and marital status.

4. In the next section, note down your education. Put any qualifications on the next line.

5. Next, detail your work history, starting with your most recent job. Give dates and describe your duties.

6. List hobbies and interests and put extra information in a separate section.

7. End by saying that two referees are available on request – not naming them leaves you free to choose the best ones for particular jobs.

8. Remember: the longer an application, the less chance it has of being read.

9. Never send a photo-copied letter – it looks like you don't care.

10. Always be positive and never apologise for being you.