Gerald Witte
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Summary
Highly experienced and educated engineer and educator with a strong background in computer science, engineering, and education. Proven expertise in computer programming, AI, knowledge engineering, and research methodologies. Successful leadership roles in safety and team management. Possesses extensive knowledge of financial and economic theory. International experience includes living, studying, and teaching in Asia.
Skills
Computer Science: Object-oriented design, Assembly, microcode, telecommunications and network design, C++, AI, knowledge engineering (sigmoid function modeling)
Engineering: Digital and analog electronics, PLC programming, microprocessor troubleshooting
Education: Curriculum development, research methodologies (quantitative & qualitative), instructional design, higher-order thinking skills, adult learning
Leadership: Team leadership, safety facilitation, process improvement
Financial & Economic Literacy
Languages: English (Native), Tagalog (Conversational)
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Education, West Visayas State University, Iloilo City, Philippines (2024)
oGPA: 1.26 (Based on a maximum GPA of 1.0)
oDissertation: "Higher-Order Thinking Skills of Grade 10 Students: Basis for Developing an Online Module for Contemporary Issues Class"
Master of Engineering: Computer and Software Engineering, Widener University, Chester, PA (2007)
oGPA: 3.78
oMinor in Telecommunications
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, LaSalle University, Philadelphia, PA (1991)
oGPA: 3.98
oGraduated with Highest Honors (Maxima cum Laude)
Bachelor of Science in Education, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, Bloomsburg, PA (1973)
oGPA: 3.23
Experience
Ford/Visteon Corporation, North Penn, PA (1984 - 2007)
oSenior Systems Technician: Led work teams, troubleshooting microprocessor-based products.
oStatistical Process Leader: Implemented process improvements using statistical analysis.
oSafety Facilitator: Developed and delivered safety training programs.
TD Bank, (2007 - 2013)
oFinancial Services Representative: Provided customer service and financial advice.
Home Depot Corporation, (2013 - 2017)
oMET - Merchandising Execution Team Member: Ensured product displays met company standards.
Research Experience
West Visayas state University, Iloilo City, Philippines (2017 - 2024)
oConducted multiple educational research projects focusing on module development, statistical data analysis, and action research.
oDeveloped and implemented an 8-week high school teaching project with quantitative analysis.
Widener University, Chester, PA (2002 - 2024)
oSupervisor: Raymond Jeffries, Ph.D.
oConducted research on object-oriented design paradigms using C++.
oDeveloped neural networks using sigmoid functions for chemical analysis.
oDesigned and evaluated quality control methods for telecommunication networks.
Presentations & Publications
SUCTEA (State Universities and Colleges Teacher Educators in the Philippines) (2020, 2021)
oPresented action research reports.
DepEd (Department of Education, Philippines) (2023)
oPresented on applied quantitative analysis and statistics at a Region 6 seminar.
West Visayas State University, Iloilo City, Philippines (2023 - 2024)
oDefended dissertation concept, proposal, and final dissertation.