Ryan C. Cranfill
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EXPERIENCE
Surface Transportation Consultant, Harris Miller Miller and Hanson Inc.
Burlington, MA --- 2012-Present
Accomplishments
● Joined the company with the complex I-64 HRBT project in progress. Quickly learned use of ArcGIS,
TNM, and analysis spreadsheets to assist in delivering a quality product to the client despite an
aggressive delivery schedule.
● Took on all aspects of modeling and analysis for Odd Fellows Road project from GIS digitization to barrier
analysis, as well as provided reporting support to ensure a superior product was given to the client
despite challenging deadlines.
● Created a number of tools over the course of project work to streamline analysis procedures. Examples
include automatic processing of ENTRADA traffic sheets for loudest hour calculation and an automated
TNM input macro to build models from XYZ coordinates.
Teaching and Research Assistant in Acoustics, Columbia College
Chicago, IL --- 2011 to 2012
Accomplishments
● Programmed custom software using SpectraPLUS and Excel to automate STC measurement and analysis
process.
● Performed real-time classroom demonstrations to explore the concept of sound transmission and how it
is measured.
● Won Robert Bradford Newman Student Medal for Merit in Architectural Acoustics for work in
programming STC testing tools.
SKILLS
● Excellent software and analysis skills, including Excel and Access 2010 and VBA programming, ArcGIS
10.0, AutoIt, Data Management, QGIS, GRASS,, TNM 2.5, INM, Microstation, and Word.
● Exceptional critical thinking and problem solving skills, resulting in innovative and novel solutions with
meticulous attention to detail.
● Proven ability to learn new skills, standards, and software quickly.
● Experience preparing and conducting various acoustical measurements, including sound transmission
class, impact isolation class, reverberation and highway and railway noise monitoring.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Acoustics, Columbia College
Chicago, IL --- 2008 to 2012
● Graduated with 3.729 GPA in extensive coursework in acoustics and mathematics.
● Completed Acoustical Investigation of a Black Box Theater and Automation of Absorption Testing Using
the Reverberation Room Method projects.