Alec Cookman
Chemical Engineer
Laramie, WY 82072
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Objective
To become a valued member of an organization dedicated to the advancement of chemical technologies
and processes, products, and services. To learn, to grow, to contribute.
Education
5 yr, $27,500 Academic Scholarship in Engineering ~ Deans Honor Roll Spring 2012 (May GPA 4.0)
• Major: B.S. Chemical Engineering w/ Biological Concentration ~ Univ. of Wyoming 2012
• Minor: Spanish
Engineering GPA: 3.3 / Overall GPA: 3.1
Relevant Courses:
• Biochemical Engineering
• Process Design I & II • Process Modeling
• Biomedical Engineering
• Process Dynamics & Controls • Transport Phenomena
• Molecular Biology
• Unit Operations • Fluid Dynamics
• Microbiology
• Chemical Reaction Engineering • Analytical Chemistry
Skills and Competencies
• Highly computer based – Fluent in MathCAD, MS Office suite, and Aspen simulation software
• Lab knowledge – Familiar with techniques and principles of chemistry and laboratory work
• Strong interpersonal skills – Efficiently communicates vital project details to team
• Attention to detail – Application of engineering experience to problem solving techniques
• Dynamic worker – Ability and flexibility to adjust to changes in requirements and conditions
• Strong, diligent work ethic – Motivated with organizational, time management and planning skills
Experience & Work History
May 2012 - Present W estern Research Institute
Senior Technician – After promotion to senior status, expanded
competency in several detail-oriented laboratory procedures
including asphalt extractions, SARA separation of extracted asphalt
binders, and atomic force microscopy (AFM).
May 2011 – May 2012 W estern Research Institute
Rheology Technician Intern - conducted lab tests in Rheology per
contract analyzing asphalt binder samples
August 2009 - May 2011 University of Wyoming - Worked in Student Union while maintaining excellent grades in rigorous coursework