#1B - 188 Lester St., Waterloo, ON, Canada N2L 3W4 (519) 747-5483
ajwpark@cgl.uwaterloo.ca
http://www.cgl.uwaterloo.ca/~ajwpark
I am seeking a challenging career in the field of computer graphics which
will offer me a chance to apply my knowledge of GUI design and 3-D
interactive graphics in a creative and innovative manner. I am also
interested in the business aspect of computer graphics and welcome any
opportunity to gain exposure to this industry.
| Summary of Qualifications |
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Thorough knowledge of computer graphics theory and its application |
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Strong understanding of user interface design principles and
their application |
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Over six years of programming experience with `C' in
DOS, OS/2, MS-Windows and UNIX environments |
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Extensive programming experience with windowing environments
including X-Motif and OS/2 Presentation Manager |
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Completely versed in HTML, VRML, CGI scripting and Java |
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Proven leadership and communication skills |
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Extremely fast learner |
Computer Graphics Experience
University of Waterloo (1992 - 1994)
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Developed a collision detection and resolution algorithm
based upon Voronoi regions and modal dynamics |
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Designed a simulator/visualiser in X-Motif for finite
element analysis and physically based modelling |
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Created an interactive 3-D graphical environment used for
virtual and simulated robot navigation |
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Programmed a 3-D interactive virtual world builder and object
editor |
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Created a 3-D interactive game of marbles involving real-time
collision detection and resolution, texture maps and quaternions |
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Implemented a surface reconstruction scheme for range data, based
upon numerical methods and the Marching Cubes algorithm |
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Work Experience
(1989 - 1994)
During my co-operative undergraduate education, I worked at numerous companies
and institutions including IBM Canada, Environment Canada, Health and Welfare
Canada, Northern Telecom, and Dipix Technologies. After graduation, I worked
for eight months at INCO Mines Research as an Engineer in Training.
Through my various job placements, I have gained the following technical experience:
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extensive programming experience, primarily with `C' |
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graphical user-interface design with Motif and UIMX |
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image and signal processing for remote sensing and medical
applications
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relational database design and interfacing with Oracle and SQL |
Education
January 1994 - Present
University of Waterloo:
Candidate for
Master of Mathematics
in
Computer Science
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Thesis:
| Augmented Reality for Mining Teleoperation.
Experiments involving graphical enhancements to live video feedback
will be performed to determine the effectiveness of augmented
reality as a tool for the remote operation of mining vehicles and
robots. Funding provided by INCO Ltd.
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September 1988 - April 1993
University of Waterloo:
Bachelor of Applied Science
in
Systems Design Engineering
INCO Reserved Scholar (1988 - 1993)
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Relevant Courses: |
Software Engineering
Computer Graphics
Computer-Aided Design |
Splines and their use in Computer Graphics
Engineering Psychology & Human Performance
User-Interfaces: Tools and Techniques |
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Activities & Interests
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Interested in computer graphics applications and issues,
particularly virtual reality, 3-D interaction techniques,
and the use of graphics in the Internet |
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Active member of the University of Waterloo Computer Graphics Lab |
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Published in SPIE '94: Augmented Reality for Mining
Teleoperation |
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Volunteer at Graphics Interface '94 and attendee at Graphics
Interface '95 |
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Modeller and animator for the Computer Graphics Lab
animation team using Side Effects' PRISMS and Alias Studio |
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Interested in technical entrepreneurship in Canada with the
ambition of starting my own business |
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Hobbies include cycling, squash, strategy and role-playing games
and hiking |
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Participate in competitive softball, volleyball, and basketball
leagues |
References: Available upon request
