Author Archives: Robyn Ashton

What's there to know about me? I love motorcycling and I love making things. This is why I'm in the CNC Machinist Technician Program here at BCIT. My program started in January and ran until this past August. You'll be joining me as I complete the co-op portion of our program. Becoming a machinist is a career transition for me. I've previously completed a BA and a BComm and I have over 5 years experience working in banking and finance. If you want to find out more about me you can check out my website or on twitter.

Motorcycle Motivation

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Robyn Ashton

I’ve been trying to post this for a couple weeks now but I can’t get it to post as an embedded video. Sorry! So, you’ll just have to make do with the link. This is yet another reason to come … Continue reading →

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Creating The Right Cover Letter

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Robyn Ashton

Good morning everyone! I recently found a helpful article about resumes and cover letters written by a recruiting rep @GrouponJobs Check it out here. What’s interesting is that something I’ve been spending a lot of time on apparently doesn’t matter. … Continue reading →

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Applying For Employment

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Robyn Ashton

My studies are completing in April and I’ve been hard at work looking for meaningful employment.  For those of you looking for work or preparing for your practicum term, I will share what I’ve learned. As a BCIT student you have … Continue reading →

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Reflections On Fixing Computers

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Robyn Ashton

I stumbled across an Interesting article today. In it Ralph Myrick of iFixit reflects on 60 years of computer restoration and repair. I can still remember my first computing experience. My Dad brought a ‘portable’ Macintosh home. It was in … Continue reading →

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Tapping Holes

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Robyn Ashton

Last week was particularly hectic at the machine shop.  We had a lot of orders coming up and not a lot of room for error. Once you cut metal you can’t put it back. On Wednesday I was tasked with … Continue reading →

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