Education & Certificates
Microsoft Certified Trainer & Data Platform MVP
Level 5 Certificate in Adult & Tertiary Teaching
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Graduation: December 2018
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand is New Zealand's leading distance and online learning provider, enabling learners from across the country to collaborate and share knowledge with the teaching experts employed by Open Polytechnic.
In the year-long course of study for this Level 5 Certificate I demonstrated my ability to:
design for learning to meet specified learning outcomes in a variety of contexts
select and apply facilitation and teaching strategies for diverse learners
enhance learning through assessment and moderation, informed by contemporary research
evaluate to improve student learning and programme outcomes.
Six Sigma Greenbelt Certified (SSGBC)
Certified August 2006 through Caterpillar Inc
Certifies ability to analyse and solve quality problems with support and input from SixSigma Blackbelt
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
University of Illinois, Urbana- Champaign
Graduation: May 2010
GPA: 3.59
The University of Illinois was founded in 1867 and is consistently ranked in the top 5 engineering schools in the United States.
During my studies here I had the opportunity to gain real-world engineering experience through partnerships with companies, in addition to building a strong foundation with the theoretical knowledge.
Bachelor of Arts, Mathematics (Teaching)
University of Illinois, Springfield
Graduation: NA (Completed 2 semesters)
GPA: 4.0
BA - Mathematics
Completed coursework includes:
Abstract Algebra
History of Mathematics
Geometry
Advanced Calculus
Minor in Teacher Education - Secondary
Completed coursework includes:
Technology for Teachers
History and Philosophy of Education
Adolescent Development for Teachers
Educational Psychology for Teachers
Exceptional Child for Teachers