Resume of Vincent W.S. Lee
VINCENT LEE
E-mail: [email protected]
Home Page: http://www.geocities.com/CollegePark/Plaza/9621/
ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENT
University of Alberta
BSc in Electrical Engineering, Cooperative Program, April 1999
EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS
- First Class Standing in the first, second and third year of engineering program
- Alberta Power Limited Centennial Awards 1997 Finalist
- Alexander Rutherford Scholarship - Grades 10, 11 and 12
- Alberta Advanced High School Diploma with Excellence
- School champion in the Canadian National Mathematics League 1993 - 1994 and the Euclid Mathematics Contest; received a certificate of Distinction
- First-Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
- Red Cross Water Safety & Royal Life Saving Society Life Saving Instructor Certificate
- National Lifeguard Service Award
- Ranked #1 in several inter-school and city-wide swimming competitions, 1988 - 1990
COMPUTER EXPERIENCE
Languages
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C/C++ | Pascal | Basic | Access Basic | VHDL | Internet Home Page (HTML, JAVA, CGI,VRML)
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Software
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Microsoft Access | Excel | Powerpoint | Word | Mail |
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Microsoft Works | WordPerfect | CorelDraw | Gnuplot | LogicWorks |
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AutoCAD | PSPICE | SPSS | PC Tools | Aldus Page Maker |
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Netscape | Internet Explorer | Microsoft Front Page | Telnet | FTP
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Hardware
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IBM PC | MacIntosh | Apple | HP Workstation | Sun Sparc Workstation | Mitsubishi 740 Family
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Environments
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MS DOS | Windows | OS/2 | MacIntosh | Unix | various Chinese operating systems
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WORK EXPERIENCE
May 1999 - Present
Signal Design Engineer
- created / modified Centracode and VPI programs for various projects
- prepared thumbnail drawings, as-installed and typical plans using Bentley Microstation
- built Excel pivot tables with data extracted from Service Center for further analysis
- planned, coordinated and supervised the 2000 Pacific Division derailment detector installation project
- performed preliminary engineering work for the switch position indicator project on dark territories
- analyzed field problems associated with hot box detectors and offered recommendations
- performed a switch machine problem analysis and offered suggestions for improvement
- performed a TOP (Track Occupancy Permit) time study as part of the new Train Control System project
- tested new data radio hardware and software from Safetran
- calculated power requirement and following up on field problems regarding power (ongoing)
- review daily Packet Switch and BCM reports from Walker Yard, Toronto and Montreal (ongoing)
- perform regular backup and administration duties for the Signal Design servers (ongoing)
May - December 1998
Electrical Co-op Engineer / Engineering Technologist
- installed, configured and tested the Bailey SemAPI NT/95 Interface on a LAN computer
- analyzed, designed, procured, hired and implemented a lighting improvement project
- investigated and prepared a cost analysis report on the proposal of replacing existing plant lighting
- coordinated contractors on various plant improvement projects
- coordinated a team of summer students to work on a schematic drawings re-numbering project
- organized and set up a database using Inmagic to computerize manual-filing in the data centre
- developed relay calibration check sheets
- assisted with identification of control cables for DCS (Digital Control System) change-out
- assisted with training of mechanics on the usage of the plant Drawing
Management System
- presented project status information in monthly engineering and safety meetings
May - August 1997
Electrical Co-op Engineer
- composed electrical distribution line drawings using AutoCAD
- monitored building power consumption using the energy analysis software EnerLink
- investigated and followed-up on abnormal observations of energy flow
- performed power quality analysis using a wide variety of instruments
- provided suggestions to solving harmonic distortion and other power-related problems
- suggested ideas to reduce power cost and to utilize energy more efficiently
- designed a Microsoft Excel user-friendly power data input interface with security feature
Nortel -- Enterprise Networks Calgary
January - April 1997
Terminals Department Hardware / Firmware Electronic Co-op Engineer
- provided technical support to designers on a telephone design team
- designed, constructed, tested and applied specialized design diagnostic tools
- used computer simulation tools to verify electronic design ideas
- hand built, conducted verification testing and debugged new USB phone prototypes
- presented project status information in project review meetings
- participated in modifying the Prevue Call Display device to detect for stuttered dial tone and to read out on-screen information using a Talking Adjunct
- assisted designers in the product design ISO documentation process
Planned Parenthood Association of Edmonton
May - August 1996
Internet Home Page Developer / Software Technician / Computer Consultant
- designed, set up and advertised the organization's Internet Home Page
- created a statistical database and modified a mailing list using Microsoft Access
- assembled, analyzed and repaired IBM compatible computer systems and printers
- set up Internet connection after extensive research based on organization's needs
- trained staff on computer and Internet procedures, composed reference manuals
- designed letterhead, fax cover sheet, mailing label and e-mail signature file
- translated, composed and printed organization letterhead in Chinese
- commended by supervisor for being hard-working, innovative and reliable
Department of Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Sept 95 - April 96
Engineering Assignment Marker
- graded weekly assignments for engineering mechanics classes
- indicated why marks were deducted and suggested corrections
- calculated and recorded grades using Microsoft Excel
July 95 - Present
Lifeguard
- promote water safety and ensure an enjoyable environment for the swimmers
- perform water tests and add chemicals periodically to maintain water quality
- provide friendly and courteous customer service
- ensure cashiers are adequately supplied with change
- perform service, maintenance, opening and closing duties
- work independently and in a team setting, developing strong communication and interpersonal skills in the course of my duties
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Clubs:
- Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Club (1994 - Present), University of Alberta - assisted in the preparation for the 1995 HEV Challenge; gave presentation at the "Alberta Bound" university open house about cars powered by a combination of electric motors and combustion engines
- Student Volunteer Campus Community (January 1995 - Present), University of Alberta - taught and evaluated Cantonese Language classes at the Chinese Language School, developed short and long term lesson plans, exposed students to their traditional language and culture
- Coats For Kids campaign class representative, Ross Sheppard High School (1992 - 1994)
Volunteer Work:
- FIDIC Conference (1998), Edmonton (International Federation of Consulting Engineers) -- assisted in setting up display booths and explained to visitors about the co-op program at the University of Alberta
- Outreach Society (1994 - Present), University of Alberta (Edmonton Career Counselling Committee, APEGGA) - talk to high school students about science and engineering at the University of Alberta, give demonstrations and judge science projects
- Chinese Library Association (1994 - Present), University of Alberta - volunteer staff, assist in the maintenance of the library's Internet Home Page and an electronic mailing list, also involved in the preparation for fund-raising activities and year-book publications
- Week of Welcome (1995 - Present), University of Alberta -- welcome students to the University of Alberta, answer questions about academic studies and campus life
- Volunteer lifeguard, swimming and life-saving instructor (1992 - 1996), Jasper Place Leisure Centre, University of Alberta Aquatic Centre and Kinsmen Sports Centre -- lifeguarded and taught swimming lessons under minimal supervision, commended by senior lifeguards and instructors for being open-minded with excellent working habit and a responsible attitude
Sports activities and music:
- Starting goalkeeper (1991 - Present) - recreational soccer team
- Intramural ice-hockey team member (1993-1994) - assisted in running practices and coaching
- Captain of Wah Yah College, Kowloon, Hong Kong swimming team 1988-1990
- Violin playing (7 years)
Languages:
Fluency in English, French, Cantonese and Mandarin (both spoken and written)
REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Please also have a look at the courses I took in my university study. ^_^
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Last modified on May 3, 2002
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