4920 Natkarni Crescent
Mississauga, Ontario
L5V 1L5
Tel: (905) 858-1731 Fax: (905) 858-3097
email: [email protected]
website: http://www.geocities.com/loretta_m_wong/
O B J E C T I V E S
�To seek an entry-level electrical engineering position where my technical skills and engineering background will be an asset to the organization.
�To gain the experience needed to obtain the Professional Engineers of Ontario license.
S U M M A R Y O F S K I L L S
�Analytical, good problem-solving skills: Acquired through various engineering courses and laboratory work at the University of Toronto.
�Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks: Multi-tasking to complete an Operations Manual and Technical Search-Engine CD for Direct Energy.
�Excellent computer skills: Expert knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint. Knowledgeable in Windows and Linux environments.
E D U C A T I O N
University of Toronto: Bachelor of Applied Sciences with Honours - Electrical Engineering, Sept. 2000 � May 2004
�Programming Languages: JAVA, Visual Basic, C, VHDL, Assembly (Motorola 68000)
�Simulators: SPICE, MaxPlus II Digital Logic (Altera), MATLab, Pisces & Postmini (Semiconductor Circuits), Simulink, MSCAD/EMTDC (Power Generators, Transmission Lines)
�Biomedical: Cellular biology, EEG, EKG, Transmission/Generation of Bioelectricity in Neural Networks, Electricity Propagation in Neural Cables, Learning and Memory of Neural Networks, Extracellular Electric Fields.
�Communication Systems: Modulation, Demodulation, Fourier Transforms, Filtering, Random Processes, Analog-Digital Conversion, Digital-Analog Conversion, System Performance (SNR), Error Probability
�Control: Kalman Filters, Observers, Multi-Variable Systems, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors, Jordon Blocks, Feedback Control Systems, Steady State Systems
�Digital Electronics: Flip Flops, Clocks, Digital Logic Design, FPGA Programming
�Electronic Circuits: MOSFETs, BJTs, ADC and DAC, Differential multi-stage amplifiers, Shunt and Series Networks, Cascode Configurations, Current Mirrors, Bode Plots
�Fields & Waves: Transmission Line Theory, Waveguides, Electricity and Magnetism, Wave Propagation
�Mathematics: Probability and Random Processes, Multi-Variable Calculus, Linear Algebra
�Optics: Geometric, Fourier, Interferometry, Fibers, Dispersion Compensation, SNR, Thermal Noise, Shot Noise, Amplifier Design, Lasers, LEDs
�Power Systems: DC-DC Motors, DC-AC Motors, Switch Mode Power Supplies, Electromagnetic Energy Conversion, Transformer Theory, Per-Unit Analysis, Transmission Lines, Symmetrical and Unsymmetrical Faults, Stability Analysis, System Protection
�Radio Systems: Radio Signal Transmission, Antennas, FRIIS Formula, Mobile and Personal Communication Systems, SNR, Radar, Satellite Communications, Wireless Access
�Semiconductor Devices: Solid State Bonding, P-N Junctions, BJTs, MOSFETs, Nano-Fabrication
�Additional Courses: Engineering Economics, Material Sciences, Greek and Roman Mythology
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
SGNT Technologies: Junior Engineer, August 2004 to October 2004
�Completed a preliminary design of a high current power supply (push-pull converter) to help hardware engineers understand the designing issues related to the project
�Worked with hardware design engineers in designing a one-lamp ballast
�Built a prototype of the ballast alarm and its display with a PSoC CY8C26443 to better analyze the hardware circuit functions with Firmware
�Studied methods to implement a microcontroller, using Cypress PSoC Designer 4.1, to control ballast alarm conditions (no-current, low UV levels, lamp end of life) and reset options
�Compiled a Bill of Materials with the model, manufacturer, rated parameters, tolerance, packaging and unit price for all the parts in the ballast design
�Negotiated prices with various vendors and achieved the lowest possible price for all parts and prototypes
�Learned basic telephone communication network setups involving pulse-code modulation, filter/CODEC, rectifier and talk battery
Elpis Academy: Teacher (Part-time), July 2004 to present
�Currently teaching Grade 9 students problem solving skills, and techniques to understand and solve math word problems. Also teaching Grade 7 students writing skills and grammar.Elpis Academy: Teacher (Part-time), July 2004 to present
�Prepared organized lesson plans, tests, and homework for Grade 8 & 10 Mathematics, Grade 11 Physics. Conducted interactive, lively lectures with Grade 8 to 11 high school students
Direct Energy: Technical Services Summer Student, Summer 2003
�Helped implement the Technical Operating Procedures & Standards Manual for the Technical Services & Training Department
�Created a version controlled manual for easy navigation
�Reviewed various Install/Service/Engineering manuals for Lennox furnaces/air conditioners/coils and bookmarked specific topics using Excel
�Created spreadsheets for a Tech Help technical CD, a search engine-type CD used to increase technician awareness of part changes and different appliance models, thereby enabling better service for customers
�Used PeopleSoft to create technical course records, set up training equipment and matched technicians with the required training courses
Enbridge Home Services: Contract Processing Clerk, Summers 2001 and 2002
�Processed rental water heater completion orders and highlighted problems for further investigation
�Input rental water heater exchanges and removals
�Used Microsoft Access to look up postal codes to assign addresses to district offices
Liz Claiborne: Warehouse Worker, Summer 2000
�Received goods, processed and picked orders, sorted and packed products
EnviroClean International: Part-time Office Assistant, 1998 - 2000
�Designed and maintained the company website � http://members.rogers.com/enviroclean/
�Performed data entry and other sundry duties
Dixie Animal Hospital: Volunteer, Jan. 1998 � June 1998
�Walked, fed and bathed animals
�Assisted veterinarians
A W A R D S/S C H O L A R S H I P S
�Dean�s Honour List, University of Toronto, 2001 � 2004
�General Motors Women in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Award, 2001
��Aiming for the Top� Scholarship from the Ontario Government, 2000
�OAC 2nd Highest Academic Standing Award, 2000
�OAC Highest Mark in Linear Algebra Award, 2000
E X T R A C U R R I C U L A R A C T I V I T I E S
�Volunteer, Canadian Cancer Society, 2002 � present
�Piano, Royal Conservatory of Music Grade 9 Honours, 1986 - 2001
R E F E R E N C E S
�Available upon request