MATTHEW S. MULLENS
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High Point, NC 27265 ***********@*****.***
Education
University of Maryland College Park, MD
Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering May 2011
GPA: 2.9
Course Highlights
Thermodynamics, Transport Processes, Systems Analysis, Kinetics, Statistics, Polymer Science, Bionanotechnology, Fuel Cells
Experience
o University of Maryland: Chemical Engineering Department College Park, MD
Research Assistant: Dr. Kyu Yong Choi February 2011-May, 2011
• Investigated formulation of poly(methyl) methacrylate particles and silica
• Researched carbon dioxide absorption and desorption by silica.
• Analyzed results with a scanning electron microscope.
Introduction to Engineering Design: Hovercraft Project
Group Leader-Propulsion September 2007-December 2007
• Responsible for design and development of hovercraft propulsion system
o Reviewed alternatives for materials focusing on cost and performance
o Led team in the installation and testing of propulsion system and fan blades
o Provided updates on Propulsion Team’s progress to the Project Management Team
o Philmont Scout Ranch Cimarron, NM
Backcountry Commissary Manager May 2009–August 2009
• Managed a staff of four people responsible for supplies management and distribution. Responsibilities included inventory management, staff schedule management, supply distribution, and communication with central supply warehouse.
• Member of search and rescue operations party.
o Trained in first aide, communications, and map orientation.
Commissary Clerk May, 2008 – August, 2008
• Responsible for inventory receipts and shipping
Computer Skills
MATLAB, Mathcad, CHEMCAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Honors
Maryland Scholars (2007 – 2009)
Eagle Scout – 2007
Activities
American Institute of Chemical Engineers September 2008–May 2011
Habitat for Humanity January 2008-May 2008
Archery Club September 2008-May 2008