Christopher Mathew Hoopes
Natural-Born U.S. Citizen
Contact:
phone: 410-900-6825
email: Choopes1@umbc.edu
Objective
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An engineering position where I can apply my academic knowledge and build my practical experience, with opportunities for growth through diverse roles and responsibilities.
Education
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Senior, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation: May 2010
GPA 3.61
Awards and Achievements
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Presidential Scholar’s Award scholarship recipient
Dean’s List in three semesters
Awarded for over 1000 hours of volunteer time on the John W. Brown
Technical Skills
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| MS Office Suite | Pro Engineer |
| MATLAB | Experience with Java |
| AutoCAD | Solid Edge |
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Relevant Coursework
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| Automatic Controls | Heat Transfer Processes |
| Kinematics & Mechanism Design | Engineering Design with CAD |
| Introduction to Electrical Engineering | Fluid Mechanics |
| Technical Writing | Machine Design |
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Academic Design Projects
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Upgrading the System Health and Reliability Computers used by the U.S. Army
- Improved the design of the system using Pro Engineer
- Worked in a team to create the upgraded system from design to testing
Hydraulic Powered Car
- Worked as a team member in fabricating the car
- Assisted in part acquisition and selection
Employment
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Kop-Flex, a division of Emerson Power Transmission
Hanover, MD
Engineering Co-Op, High Performance Division
June 2008 – January 2009
- Managed several research projects
- Tested alternative coatings to Cadmium
- Tested characteristics of coupling disc packs
- Designed test fixtures in CAD
- Worked as a team member in the design of a mobile guard for test equipment
Project Liberty Ship
Baltimore, MD
Ordinary Seaman
2003 to Present
Volunteer on the Living Museum, Liberty Ship John W. Brown (>1000 service hours accrued):
- Trained as Apprentice Fireman/Water Tender in Boiler Room
- Assist electricians in upgrading doorbell system and security system, laying out cable and setting up wiring for new fixtures.
- Assist in various large-scale repairs as assigned: e.g., changing auxiliary generator head.
- Able to work independently and complete duties as assigned
Affiliations
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American Society of Mechanical Engineers
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Personal Skills
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- Leadership and participation in design project teams
- Research and analysis
- Interpersonal communication, conflict resolution and negotiation
References Provided on Request
