Seth Hollingsead

12531 Portland Ave. S. #205,

Burnsville, MN 55337

507-317-9299

Iceversaka@hotmail.com

http://www.SethEden.com

 

Education:

                                                                                                                                                                           

2005        Bachelor of Science: Computer Science; Minor Mathematics

Minnesota State University, Mankato        

 

Computer Skills:

Personal Computer Design, Computer Networking, Network Design Implementation, Beta Testing, Alpha Testing, QC, QA, Technical Writing Skills, Computer Simulation, Basic Computer Skills, WEP, WPA2, TKIP, Data Entry (80 wpm), Ten Key

Project Skills:

Systems Analysis, Systems Design, Systems Consulting, Strategic Planning, Master Planning, Programming Analysis, Database Design, Mechanical Engineering, Production Planning, Manufacturing Control, Sales Planning, Marketing Strategy, Telephone Sales and Customer Service

Graphics Skills:

3D Modeling and Optimization, 3D Computer Animation, Computer Model Texturing, Desktop Publishing, PhotoShop, PageMaker, Premiere, Media Planning, Web Marketing Skills, Web Multimedia, Microsoft Office, Space Image Processing, Shuttle Radar Topography Image Processing

Programming Skills:

C/C++, VB/VBA .NET, Java, Windows API, Assembly Language, DirectX, MySQL, FoxPro, 3D Studio MAX API, AutoCAD-Object ARX, TeraData, SQL

                                                                               

Professional Experience:

 

Software Analyst, Software Analyst Corp., Minneapolis Minnesota (Feb 2007-Nov 2007)

  • Developed Sales & Use tax audit calculation system for the CAMS 4.0 (Case Audit Management System) – Department of Revenue.
  • Client side testing through VPN, interfacing with Cold Fusion front end through Internet Explorer. Running SQL queries, macros and store procedures to a TeraData backend relational data system with 3rd Normal Form.

 

Object Model Programmer, FabCon Inc, Savage Minnesota (2006-2007)

·         AutoCAD graphics programming (VB/VBA)

·         Marketing software content creation, Software Engineering, Software design and integration (VB .NET)

·         http://www.Fabcon-USA.com

 

Mechanical Engineering/Graphics Design Consultant, Innate Custom Design, Mankato Minnesota (2005-Current)

·        Computer 3D-CAD model plastic components for assembly and mass production, tolerance design for rapid injection, SLS rapid prototyping to be used in marketing strategies using AutoCAD

·        3D computer ray-traced marketing images to sell the marketing piece to the client using 3D Studio MAX. 200,000 units purchased. (06-10-05) UV-Vodka, Philips Vodka, a distilled spirits enterprise.

·        Mount Gay Rum, Barbados (10-07-05)

·        Jim Beam (02-15-06)

 

Architectural Engineering Consultant, Revolutionary Construction Concepts Inc., Mankato Minnesota (2004-Current)

·        Drafting and 3D-CAD modeling to define new methods for energy savings within housing design and construction methods using AutoCAD

·        Graphics and marketing development, computer animation and video editing to sell the idea, concept and methods to title land investors and project land developers using AutoCAD, 3D Studio MAX, and Photoshop

 

Senior Production Management Consultant, PC Consultants, Buchanan Michigan (2003-2004)

·        Administrate, maintain, and develop industrial production management software for Simplicity Pattern Co. interfacing with IBM Mainframes to replace old Paradox production management system in DOS with windows system using Visual FoxPro

·        Assisted with data conversion of scatter plot diagrams with Whirlpool dishwasher research systems.

·        Maintain business exchange server and other misc business PC based platforms

 

Independent Consultant, Andrews University, Department of Education, Berrien Springs Michigan (2002-2004)

·         Structured integrated event tracking and database management systems using Visio

 

Lab Instructor, Andrews University, Physics Department; Computer Science Department, Berrien Springs Michigan (2002-2004)

·         Physics Lab Instructor (optics, radio active decay, mechanics of motion, electrical systems, acceleration)

·         Windows Programming Lab Instructor (WinProc, WM_Paint)

·         Computer Lab Systems Administrator (student account maintance, password reset, lab security and maintance)

 

CAD Coordinator, Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota (1998-2002)

  • Designed, and printed University advertisement using Photoshop, 3D Studio MAX 3.0
  • Developed 3D models of campus buildings using AutoCAD
  • Laid out 2D & 3D Campus Maps using AutoCAD.
  • Did service and interior systems analysis for the expansion of Computer Information Technology using AutoCAD 2000
  • Established software solutions and methodologies to maintain proto-type master parking plan. Integrated the plan with on-site images, and design implementations to make the entire system Internet and multi-user integrated using AutoCAD 2002 and Visual Studio .NET, Windows 2000, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe PageMaker
  • Drafted and finalized a number of location (mall) maps for buildings using AutoCAD 2002
  • Assisted with floor plan designs & HVAC Feed & Supply systems for Taylor Center & Field House
  • Managed the Minnesota Vikings Summer Training Camp program wide ground planning (4 years)
  • Redesigned Printed Circuit Board Lab after chemical fire. New HVAC MSDS Requirements and hazardous waste containment

 

Chief Draftsman/Assistant Engineer, Blaze King Inc. College Place Washington(1997-1998)

·        Research & Development for thermal engineering of gas and wood stove systems

·        Explosion testing and re-engineering using AutoCAD

 

Other Experience:

Circuit City Firedog Custom In-home Computer Installer (Winter 2007)

  • Firedog Team Leader, Setup customers home wireless networking with file or printer sharing between WinXP and Vista. Gave Customer advice on software recommendations and quick tutorials on network security, internet security, and computer maintaince.

Orbiter Space Flight Simulator (2002-Current)

  • Project Team Leader, Process LandSAT satellite imagery, and Shuttle radar imagery for flight simulation and visualization, Tutorials

·        Mars Direct Project Developer, 3D Computer Modeling, Textures, Concepts, Planning, cost VS safety design trade-offs

·        Beta Tester, Orbiter Space Flight Simulator core engine simulation, and new feature testing

·        Project Mercury Developer, 3D Computer Modeling, Textures for historical Mercury capsule control panel mockup

Jr. Loan Officer, Inteleserve, St. Peter Minnesota (2004-2005)

·        Telephone customer relations. Refinancing for mortgages. Top sales 3 months

Local Chapter Founder, Association for Computing Machinery, Andrews University, Berrien Springs Michigan (2003)

  • Develop chapter by-laws, establish sponsors, chapter officers, board of trustees

Walla Walla College Jobs, College Place, Washington (1996-1998)

  • AutoCAD lab instructor/tutor

Custom Home Design Drafter, Robert Henry Smith Custom Home Designer, College Place, Washington (1996-1997)

  • Custom Home designer, floor plan drafter, utilities, and home services

   

Personal Interests:

Aerospace Engineering, Imbedded Systems Programming, Physics, Data Structures, Real Time Systems, Astronomy, Expert Systems, High Energy Physics, Artificial Intelligence, Geology, Materials Science, Space Image Processing, Linguistics, Avionics Systems Integration, Geographic Information Systems, Space Flight Simulation, Game Systems, Game Theory, Manned Mars Direct, Nanotechnology