RUDY Z. VARGAS

**** ****** **** **.

Chesapeake, Va. 23321

Cell 757-***-****

i1qgr3@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: Motivated engineer in search of a challenging position in the application of the physical and engineering sciences where his “can do “attitude will be utilized.

Education: 2011: Optical Engineering, Master of Science

Norfolk State University, Norfolk, VA

2006: Engineering Coursework

Tidewater Community College, Portsmouth, VA

1984: Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor of Science

Bicol University College of Engineering, Legaspi City, Philippines

Work Experience:

2011- Present

Math Tutor, Princess Anne Middle School

• Helps and tutors students in pre-Algebra and Algebra for University Instructors

2007-2010

Graduate Research Assistant, Center for Material Science Research, Norfolk State University (NSU)

• Cultivated knowledge of laser surface processing of colorimetric gas sensing detector.

• Worked and etched barrier and laser cut and prepared two sensors from one sensing element as part of research project.

• Researched scientific and technical literature using electronic databases, online e-journals and publications.

• Researched and studied manufacture and fabrication of sensing devices extensively for the fulfillment of final project requirement in MEMS.

2008- 2010

Math Tutor- Science and Technology Academicians on the Road to Success “STARS”, NSU

• Mentored and tutored undergraduate students in Algebra, Physics, Calculus, and Chemistry.

• Tutored students in Algebra for University Instructors.

1990-2007

Class A Hazardous Material Transport Operator

• Independent Contractor/ Greensville Transport.

• Transported hazardous materials and other products.

1985- 1989

Mechanical Engineer, Department of Public Works and Highways, Legaspi City, Philippines

• Supervised, inspected, and evaluated local irrigation and water works projects, prepared monthly reports on project progress.

• Taught College Physics and Algebra at Legaspi Institute of Technology.

Technical Skills:

X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Thin Film Deposition, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM),

Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), UHV Pulsed Laser Deposition, UV/VIS/NIR Spectrometer

Relevant Coursework:

Calculus, Differential Equation, Quantum Mechanics, Optics and Industrial Electronics, Introduction to Nuclear Engineering, Safety Engineering, Power Plant Design, Industrial Processes, Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy, Electronics and Optical Materials, Polymers/Composites, Material Science, Research Methods, Semiconductor Processing Technology, Microelectromechanical Systems

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Matlab, Mathematica, Comsol Multiphysics, and Octave.