Cheng-Chih Ko
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Highlands Ranch, CO linkedin.com/in/cheng-chih-ko-82926a196 EDUCATION
University of Denver, College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Ph.D.: Mathematics - Functional Analysis
Thesis: Banach Spaces on Topological Ramsey Structures
Advisor: Prof. Alvaro Arias
Denver, CO
August 2022
University of Nebraska Omaha
Master of Science: Mathematics
Member of the Mathematical Association of America Omaha, NE
2014
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science: Mathematics
Member of the Mathematical Association of America Maryville, MO
2010
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Linear Algebra methods in Data Science
Python and other scientific and mathematical modules such as Sympy, Numpy, and Scipy
Machine Learning and Data Analysis with Python
RELEVANT CLASS PROJECTS ON DATA ANALYSIS WITH PYTHON
Linear, Polynomial, and Kernel Regressions, Regularization on data set
Optimisation and Gradient Descent, finding least distances among objects in Machine Learning
Support Vector Machine for Classifications
Principal Component Analysis for Dimensionality Reduction and data noise removal EXPERIENCES
UBS Financial Services Denver Technology Center, CO Internship - Client Services Associate December 2020 – June 2022
Designed and monitored database management software as well as incorporated client database systems and reporting tools
Facilitated Client Relationship Management software and made predicative use of client data to explore opportunities
Collected, researched and analyzed biographical and financial information on prospects and categorized the data for management use
University of Denver Denver, CO
Teaching Assistant September 2014 – June 2022
Helped graduate and undergraduate students with their homework problems and math-related problem solving skills on a drop-in basis, typically 20-30 students a week
Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics
Conducted test or exam reviews for instructors
Nominated for the Outstanding Service Award finalist of the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics for the academic year 2021-2022
Received award of Outstanding Math Center Employee for exemplary service and dedication to Math Center for academic year 2017-2018
University of Nebraska - Omaha Omaha, NE
Grading Assistant May 2012 – May 2014
Graded homework and quizzes for undergraduate courses such as the Calculus sequence, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Mathematical Logic and Reasoning, Mathematical Analysis
Provided feedback and directed students towards appropriate process of solving the problems and informed instructors of the results
High school, college, and graduate students Denver, CO Mathematics Tutor January 2014 - June 2021
Tutored students in the areas of Geometry, Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, Differential Equations, and Mathematical Analysis, and delivered individualized lessons and guidance
Engaged students and made lessons entertaining to hold interest and encourage learning AEC Connectors Co., Ltd. Denver, CO
Sales Representative at Rocky Mountain Audio Fest September 2019
Cultivated long-term relationships with clients to accurately quote prices and terms that achieved customer objectives
Introduced customers to new offerings and advantages of products manufactured by the factory Dr. Yeh's Workshop of Character Development Columbus, OH Educational Assistant June 2010 – August 2010
Collected and edited suitable materials towards Dr. Yeh's teachings on individual character development, career planning, and professional ethics at the National Sun Yat-Sen University and other organizations and institutions
Translated Dr. Yeh's personal materials in Chinese into English and vice versa, including the DISC Assessment which was widely used to evaluating personal characters towards better professional performances and interpersonal relationships
Army Command of Taiwan Tainan, Taiwan
Training Corporal and Equipment Manager September 2005 – December 2006 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION VOLUNTEER WORKS
Taiwanese Association of America – Colorado Chapter Denver, CO President \ Vice President November 2019 – Current
Connect and unify the Taiwanese-American community in Colorado by hosting gatherings at major holidays and festivals and advocate awareness of Taiwanese identity, culture and heritage
Promote public understanding about Taiwan and its people by presenting Taiwanese culture through events such as Taiwan Photo Exhibition at the Pikes Peak Library District during Asian Heritage month and plan to expand to the Capitol building and Boulder as well as hosting the Taiwanese Cuisine Demonstration Team at the Tour of Taiwan Gourmet Cuisines in Denver
Cooperate with Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Denver and the Overseas Community Affairs Council of Taiwan as to promoting bilateral exchange and cooperation in culture, education and tourism between the state of Colorado and Taiwan Colorado Taiwanese Emergency Assistance Association Denver, CO Member of the Executive Committee June 2019 – Current
Provide care and assistance to Taiwanese residents as well as their family members in Colorado who need help in their daily routines during health issues or other unusual conditions
Provide necessary assistance to Taiwanese traveling to Colorado and nearby states who are in situations that prevent them from traveling on, such as the loss of personal identifications, valuables, flight tickets, etc