Mark D. Christiansen
Provo, UT 84606
Phone: 801-***-****
acei0u@r.postjobfree.com
Educational Experience
M.S. in Bioengineering, University of Utah August
2014
. GPA: 3.25
Relevant Coursework:
. Finite Element Modeling: Working knowledge of ANSYS
. BioInnovate: Project-based understanding of medical device design and
documentation within the regulatory framework of FDA Quality System
Regulations; business plan development, and business startup concepts
. Biomechanics: Understanding of engineering principles as applied to
organic structures/systems
. Molecular Biophysics/Biomaterials: Understanding of surface
modification for biocompatibility
. Independent Study: Studied the foreign body response to chronic,
percutaneous implantation
B.S in Mechanical Engineering, Brigham Young University August
2012
. GPA: 3.48
Relevant Coursework:
. Scientific Computing and CAE: Basic knowledge of programming in
LabView, Matlab, C++
. Kinematics/Biomechanics: Basic understanding of forces as applied
through motion
. Statistics: Basic understanding of Engineering statistics
. Technical Communication: Proficient in project design documentation
. Machine Design: Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and
materials
Projects/Skills
. Working knowledge of CAD software (Solidworks, AutoCAD)
. Using Matlab and given raw, action-potential data, filtered noise,
created a temporally aligned, preferential tuning curve, and
clustered the results to identify two signal-source neurons
. Worked with GEO (Engineers without Borders) to design/implement an
affordable, locally available water filtration device in Peru
. Worked with a Capstone team to design an SiC blasting unit for US
Synthetics, automating their current blasting process
Work History
Array Designer, July 2013 - Present
Levelsolar, Salt Lake City, Utah
. Designed solar panel arrays for use on residential roofs and optimized
power output using a number of software packages including AutoCAD
Internet Tester/Image Editor, January 2008 - Present
Fold3.com, Lindon, Utah
. Worked in Quality Assurance as a website tester
Accomplishments
. Eagle Scout Award