Patrick Adam Dicks
**** ****** ***** ( Williston, South Carolina 29853 (
**********@*****.*** (803-***-****
Bachelors of Computer Science Graduate, specializing in computer
programming, networking, troubleshooting and testing along with
demonstrated attributes of creative ideas, time management, and
problem solving.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
. Thorough knowledge of computer programming, networking, and testing.
. Demonstrated success using queries, enhanced entity relationship
models, objects models, and structured query language.
. Achievements of creating two databases as special undergraduate
projects.
. Strong interpersonal skills and an articulate communicator at ease
interacting with team members and management.
. Detail oriented professional with strong organizational skills
ensuring accurate documentation and analysis.
. Team-oriented professional eager and willing to lead and work
collaboratively with colleagues to successfully achieve goals and
expectations.
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Bachelors of Science in Computer Science
May 2010
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC
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SPECIAL PROJECTS
. SPRING 2008: Designed GUI Calculator
. SPRING 2009: Designed Operating System
. FALL 2009: Designed University Database
. SPRING 2010: Designed Major League Baseball Database
RELEVANT COURSES AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
. C/C ++ Programming
. Java Programming
. Programming Languages
. Computer Logic and Languages
. Circuits
. Software Engineering
. Databases
. Robotics
. Bio Computing
. Design Works
. Physics
. Calculus
. Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
. SQL
. PC Trouble Shooting
. Software/Hardware Installation
. Networking
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Carolina Computers July 2010-
Present
Software/Hardware Installer TroubleShooter Aiken, SC
. Travel to Savannah River Site and transfer data via Hard Drives from
Old Computers to New Computers.
. Install Computer Programs for the End User.
. Setting up the Computers on the Network Domain to connect.
. Configuring the Computers for Savannah River Site with the necessary
Software Requirements (Patches, Operating Systems, and Passwords).
. Replacing Motherboards, Processor Chips, and adding Extra Memory when
necessary.
. Answer any questions or resolve any issues that the End User may have.
Wal-Mart Tire and Lube Express
June 2009-July 2010
Service Technician
Aiken, SC
. Promote Wal-Mart's tire and lube products to customers.
. Interpret computer software to diagnose and repair internal automobile
issues.
. Utilize radio frequency identification request scanners to locate and
manage department inventory.
. Receive special recognition quarterly for meeting and exceeding
performance goals.
. Recognized for exceptional leadership abilities with two recognition
awards.
Alan's Paint and Body
June 2002-June 2009
Assistant Manager and Foreman
Blackville, SC
. Manage skilled labor personnel in body shop.
. Arrange work assignments in database to ensure proper workflow.
. Develop database program to process labor estimates, repairs, and
invoices.
. Recognized as top performer in reconciling issues to maintain
excellent customer satisfaction.
. Achieved and exceeded error free estimate writing consistently.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITES AND LEADERSHIP ROLES
. Young Adult President for At Risk Youth Program-Direct program of
young adult volunteers on counseling youth ages 12-17 in the community
one night a week.
. Clothing and Soup Ministry Volunteer-Volunteer every other weekend to
distribute clothes and hot soup to those in need.