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Renovation Journal

xerofear — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 11:45:00 +0800

Starting this thread to consolidate and share my unit renovation progress for all to see and comment. Any constructive criticism is welcomed.

Summary of Unit:
N'dira Townhouse intermediate lower unit (Type A) with built-up of 2,207 sqft
Obtained keys: Dec 2020
Defect check completed: Jan 2021
Reno start: Late Jan 2021

Defect Summary:
Minor pipe leak at toilet bidet
Misalignment of shower heads and taps
Minor tile cracks
Minor paint stains, chips & dents

Reno Scope of Works:
Interior Design - self
Kitchen & Carpentry Work - Kitchen Contractor
Plumbing (Hot & Cold) - General Contractor
Lighting & Electrical Wiring - Electrical Contractor
Air Conditioning - AC Contractor
Plaster Ceiling - General Contractor
Flooring - General Contractor
Painting - General Contractor
Curtains - Curtain Contractor
Grill/Mesh Doors - TBD

List of Items to be Purchased
Living room furniture
Dining table & chairs
Fridge
Washing Machine
Master bedroom, bedroom 2 & study room furniture
All lighting & fan fixtures
Kitchen sink & tap
All shower fixtures
Hot water storage

There would be no changes to unit structure so no permits are required other than renovation documentation and deposit submission to JMB. Hoping to keep total budget around RM 120K (fingers crossed)

Attached is the perspective drawing for the unit for reference.

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xerofear — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 11:39:13 +0800

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Engineering Career Development

xerofear — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 16:45:08 +0800

Dear sifus,

Feeling a bit lost at the moment with regards to how to further develop my career.

A brief background:

I graduated with a B.Eng in Chemical Engineering and am currently working in a multi-role position as a project engineer while supporting the sales department with system technical design & costing within the mechanical(HVAC/R) industry.

Among some of my tasks are:
1. Project system design of BMS for M&E equipment
2. Assist sales department with project costing including labour costing
3. Develop controller programming & optimization
4. Site commissioning of said system design

A self assessment, I would say that I would have a solid grasp in understanding the basic control mechanisms of HVAC equipments, generating I/O lists and from there, create control strategies for them using available BMS equipment. However, very specific details such as chiller loading/unloading strategies are still something that I have to improve my knowledge on.

I am looking for ways to develop my career more towards the HVAC industry with future plans on becoming a consultant. Another thing is that a pure sales role is something I am keenly opposed to.

I know that as it stands, my working experience is all over the place hence any inputs on courses advice/future job undertakings is greatly appreciated.