RaphSammut.ca The Personal Blog of Raphael Sammut

27Mar/100

Thanks!

Thanks to everyone who voted for the EngSci Club Elections! It was a tight race for chair, I won by only 2 points!

Congratulations as well to Megan Lund, the new Vice-Chair, Henry Shi, the new Finance Director, Thariq Shihipar, the new Communications Director, and Peter Badea, the new Athletics Director.

You can look forward to an incredible and exciting year ahead with your new Exec Team!

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Welcome to RaphSammut.ca!

I started this blog just over 2 years ago as a way to stay in touch with friends and family while I was abroad for a year in Spain. During that year I posted extensively about my experience living in Spain and documented my many adventures within Europe. Since that time, I have continued to update this blog with a variety of content whenever I felt inspired to write about something. In essence, this blog is a form of free expression of my thoughts, ideas, and adventures for you to enjoy.

Feel free to leave comments and ask questions! The more feedback I get, the better I will be able to post content that is of most interest to you!

Raphael Sammut

September 26, 2011

P.S. In case you're interested, I've included my updated CV below:

EDUCATION

University of Toronto – B.A.Sc. Graduate                                                          2006-2011

Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Science (B.A.Sc.)

Major in Infrastructure Engineering (Structural and Transportation Engineering)

Final 2011 Sessional GPA: 3.75/4.00 (84%)

Relevant Coursework:

Transportation Engineering: Engineering Project Finance & Management, Airport Planning & Operations, Urban Operations Research, Transportation Planning, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Public Transit Operations & Planning, Public Policy

Structural Engineering: Steel Design, Reinforced Concrete Design, Prestressed Concrete Design, Geotechnical Engineering, Building Science, Highway Bridge Design, Finite Element Methods (FEM)

SKILLS

Language: Native in English, Fluent in Spanish, Conversational in Maltese and French

Programming/Software Experience: C/C++, Java, Python, Eclipse, Visual Basic, MATLAB, AutoCAD, Solidworks, SAP2000, Word 2010, Excel 2010, PowerPoint 2010

Full Ontario ‘G’ Driver’s License: Perfect driving record, can drive both standard and automatic vehicles.

CURRENT AFFILIATIONS

Professional Engineers of Ontario, Engineer-in-Training                                        2011-Present

Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance, Member                                                         2003-Present

RECENT TECHNICAL WORK & PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Field Supervisor                                                                                                  2011-Present
Mortenson Construction

  • Currently supervise the construction of renewable energy projects in Canada.
  • Perform quality control audits on work performed by subcontractors and ensure worker safety on the job site.

Undergraduate B.A.Sc. Thesis                                                                                        2010
University of Toronto – Toronto, ON, Canada

  • Worked with Professor Evan Bentz on the FEM modeling and verification of a real structure in distress.
  • Received a 95% overall grade on the thesis, which included a proposal, presentation, and final report.

Teaching Experience                                                                                           2008 – 2010
University of Toronto – Toronto, ON, Canada

  • Teaching assistant for ESC101 and ESC102 (Engineering Design) and CIV102 (Structures and Materials).
  • Enriched the learning experience for first year undergraduate engineering students through thoughtfully planned tutorials, detailed feedback on course work, and continuous mentorship and guidance.

‘Professional Experience Year’ Internship (12 months)                                   2009-2010
CYPE Ingenieros – Alicante, Spain

  • Worked as a structural engineer responsible for the company’s North American market expansion.
  • Supervised the implementation of structural codes from Canada, The United States, Mexico, and India into the company’s design and analysis software. The prepared modules are now available for purchase online.

RECENT LEADERSHIP WORK & VOLUNTARY EXPERIENCE

Chair, Engineering Science Club                                                                          2010-2011
University of Toronto – Toronto, ON, Canada

  • Co-ordinated a team of executives to enhance the experience of 1200 students across all years of study.
  • Assisted with the organization of annual club events, including an annual dinner dance and ski trip.
  • Managed an annual budget of $100,000.
  • Served on a number of university councils and committees to represent Engineering Science students.

Level II CSIA Certified Ski Instructor, Level I CFSA Freestyle Coach     2003-Present
Beaver Valley Ski Club – Kimberley, ON, Canada

  • Seven years of experience coaching clients of all ages and abilities.
  • Teach ski clinics, private lessons, lead sessions for new instructors, and train with higher level instructors.

Site Director                                                                                         Spring/Summer 2008
YMCA of Oakville – Oakville, ON, Canada

  • Co-ordinated every aspect of a children’s wilderness camp, including planning, programing, budgeting, conflict resolution, staff training, customer service, and integration of children with special needs.
  • Introduced new programming and activities, upgraded camp supplies and equipment, and improved communication channels with the parents. Increased camper attendance and positive feedback rates.

AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

√ Gordon Cressy Student Leadership & Spirit of EngSci Awards: 2011
University of Toronto, Graduation Awards – Toronto, ON, Canada

1st Place in Engineering Communications: 2009 (3rd in 2011)
Canadian Engineering Competitions (CEC) – Fredericton, NB, Canada

1st Place in Engineering Communications: 2011 (2nd in 2009)
Ontario Engineering Competitions (OEC) – London, ON, Canada

1st Place in Engineering Communications: 2009, 2011
University of Toronto Engineering Kompetitions (UTEK) – Toronto, ON, Canada

√  Top Presenter: 2009
University of Toronto Undergraduate Engineering Research Day – Toronto, ON, Canada

√ NSERC Undergraduate Summer Research Award (USRA): 2009
University of Toronto, Department of Civil Engineering – Toronto, ON, Canada

1st Place in Consulting Case Competition: 2009
National Business and Technology Conference (NBTC) – Toronto, ON, Canada

Duke of Edinburgh’s Youth Award Program: 2007
Bronze, Silver, and Gold award achiever

CONFERENCES

National Engineering Summit – Montréal, QC, Canada                                                 May 2009

National Business and Technology Conference – Toronto, ON, Canada                  March 2009

INTERESTS

Alpine Skiing, Snowboarding, Biking, Long-Distance Running, Mountain Climbing, Business, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Computers & Technology, Improv Comedy, Multimedia Production, Public Speaking, Leadership, Travelling, Working with Children and Youth, Classical and Contemporary Piano & Flute

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