Personal Statement

Matt Fitzgerald

For the last year and a half I have been studying Computer Aided Drafting and Design at Clark College, Vancouver WA. I have learned many different software applications, but Autocad, Revit, Microstation, Rhinoceros, and Autocad Architecture have been my main course of study. I have always been interested in art and drawing. I am good with computers, like things to be accurate, and I pay attention to detail. Drafting seems to be a natural fit for me.

Working in the electronics field, I served in the Navy from 2001-2007. I spent six years working as a technician, where I did maintenance and repairs on the primary navigation equipment and HF radios aboard the USS Ingraham. I found that the Navy lifestyle was not for me so I finished my enlistment with an honorable discharge and moved home. After the Navy I found work as a diode technician. As a diode technician I built industrial lasers. As the economy took a down turn I was laid off and took the opportunity to continue my education and enrolled at Clark College. Recently I was called back to work by the company that laid me off and am now working there on a part time basis. I plan to work for an Architectural firm as a detailer/drafter upon completion of my CADD certificate. I will earn my certificate in December 2010.

Resume


Matthew Fitzgerald

Vancouver, WA

Objective: To obtain a drafting internship


Education


Clark College, Vancouver WA, Computer Aided Drafting and Design,
Anticipated Graduation December 2010
 Relevant Coursework

·         AutoCAD 2010 w/Autolisp    
·         Revit 2010
·         AutoCAD Architecture 2010
·         Rhinoceros 4.0
·         Microstation 8
·         SketchUp 7

Relevant Experience and Skills
·         Drafted and submitted plans to the Clark County permit center for Habitat for Humanity

·         Working knowledge of drafting standards and techniques

·         Capable of working individually and as a team

·         Adept at working in deadline oriented environment

Work Experience


Lacey Harmer Company, Portland, Oregon, 2007-2010
Diode Technician
·         Prioritized orders for efficient completion of work 
·         Inspected outgoing product to ensure quality
·         Worked in a team environment  
U.S. Navy, 2001-2007
Electronics Technician
·         Ensured proper operation of navigation equipment
·         Responsible for scheduled maintenance and repair of HF radio systems
·         Supervised the electrical safety check program

Awards


·         Junior sailor of the quarter October –December 2002
·         Three navy letters of commendation

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