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OBJECTIVE
A challenging career as a Hydrogeologist, allowing me to utilize my knowledge in
Contaminant Hydrology and Applied Mathematics.
EDUCATION
M.Sc., Hydrogeology Expected upon graduation in May 2006
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
Advisor:Steven W. Wheatcraft
Thesis: Using Multi-Variate Newton-Raphson Method to Solve Henry's Semi-
Analytical Solution to Saltwater Intrusion into Coastal Aquifers.
* Maintained a 3.76 GPA.
* Coursework includes: Contaminant Transport, Groundwater Hydraulics, Groundwater
Hydrology, Remediation Technology, Field Methods in Hydrology/Hydrogeology, Well
Drilling, Mathematical Statistics, Statistics I, and Probability Theory.
B.Sc., Applied Mathematics May 2003
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
* Maintained a 3.1 GPA
* Coursework includes: Partial Differential Equations, Numerical Methods, Computational
Physics, Linear Algebra, Probability and Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, and Computer
Science
SKILLS
Programming: Fortran 90, C++, Java, LaTeX, and HTML.
Programs: Stella, Aquifer Win32, MathCad, Maple, Minitab, Excel, and Word.
Field Experience: Snow sampling and snow estimation methods, Pump test analysis,
Stream velocity-discharge measurements, Stage/discharge relations. and stream gauging, Slug testing, Ground water geochemistry sampling, and Water-well drilling using the LS100 Drill rig
ORGANIZATIONS
Student Association for International Water Issues (SAIWI) August 2004- Present
* Built self-composting latrines for the local people of Plantanilla, Panama resulting in improved sanitary conditions. (January 2005)
* Helped organize fundraising events to allow for humanitarian aid trips to places such as
Panama, Kenya, Haiti, and Ghana.
EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant June 2004- Present
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
Graduate Program of Hydrologic Sciences
* Performed research under the guidance of my graduate advisor.
* Wrote papers describing the research performed.
Teaching Assistant August 2003- June 2004
Instructor, Algebra and Trigonometry
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
Department of Mathematics
* Prepared and delivered daily lecture on course materials.
* Prepared and graded homework and tests.
Grader August 2002- May 2003
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
Department of Mathematics
* Graded homework for Mathematical Modeling and Probability and Statistics.
* Followed instructor's guidelines for grading papers.
Lab Assistant/Tutor August 2000- May 2003
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
Department of Mathematics
* Adapted curriculum to meet individual needs.
* Aided students in such subjects as Single/Multi-Variate Calculus, Differential
Equations, Linear Algebra, and various other lower and upper division mathematics courses.
* Proctored computer tests giving in the computer lab.
Nuclear Electrician's Mate (EM3) October 1996- October 1998
U.S. NAVY
* Operated the electrical plant aboard a nuclear submarine.
* Maintained records of plant conditions, so as to maintain and continue safe operating conditions.
* Responded to emergency situations to provide safer working and operating conditions.
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