Informal ProposalsThis week’s assignment focuses on informal proposals. There are three parts to the assignment:1. Outline a proposal following the outline format presented in Chapter 6 of the textbook.2. Write an introduction for your proposal.3. Research: Finding sources that are relevant to your proposal.Part I. Write Outline For a proposalUsing the Outline Format for an Informal Proposal (Chapter 6), outline a proposal. You may choose your own engineering or information technology topic. However, you may also choose from the topics listed below.The topics are general; you will need to narrow and focus your proposal idea. Research may be required.· A proposal to address network or computer security issues (firewall, malware, anti-virus· A proposal to upgrade an existing application or install a new application· A proposal for a Web-based training system (implementing a new platform or upgrading existing platform)· A proposal to build some type of flying craft (e.g. drone, quadcopter)· A proposal to build some type of robotic device.· A proposal to automate a system· Information Technology and Management projects atIllinois Institute of Technology· Engineering projects fromCalvin UniversityPart II: Write the introduction to your proposal.This proposal is an informal proposal and it is a solicited proposal. Your audience is receptive to your proposal.Your introduction should clearly state the:· Purpose· Background (why you are proposing the idea)· Scope of the proposalBe sure to identify your audience – is it a Professor (academic audience), someone in an organization (professional audience)? Your introduction should clearly state the Purpose, Background (why are you proposing this idea), and Scope of the proposal.Part III: ResearchFind three sources that provide information on the costs and/or time involved in implementing your proposal. The Internet or the EBSCO on line library system may be used to find source.Use the attached Proposal Time & Cost Source Sheetto enter the source information.1. Summarize the content of the sources (2-3 sentences)2. State why they are relevant to your proposal.Format Requirements:1. One-inch (1”) margins2. Double-spaced3. Submit two documents:· Proposal Outline and Introduction· Proposal Time & Cost Source SheetAssignment checklist:· Part I and Part II: Check content of your outline and introduction against the content elements listed in the textbook.· Part III: Check to see that your URLs are accurate and that the sources can be accessed before submitting your work.· Proofread and spell check your work
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