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David

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Hello, I have 20+ yrs in the CPI, including Operations, R andD, Laboratory work and Management. Also have 20+ yrs in building construction, including field inspection, design (including client/designer interface), maintenance, trouble shooting, environmental Investigation/remediation, document preparation, biding and both project and personnel management. I have taught Egn.
I hold an AAS in Chemical Technology, a BA in Sociology, BS/ME Mechanical Egn. and a PhD in Env. Egn. Lic. Professional Engineer (NYS). I have at various times held all certificates for Asbestos, Radon, Lead Based Paint and US-DOT Cert. I also was a Certified Hazard Materials Manager. Chief Stationary Egn. Lic. I attended Seminary and completed the course work for a MA Pastoral Ministry and worked as a Chaplain's Assistant.

As to teaching I believe in a strong give and take between us. I will do my best to make you think your way through a problem instead of spoon feeding you, no apologies. I enjoy teaching. I am not a theoretician but am an old hands-on plant dog and someone who has gotten their hands dirty and sometimes bloody.

Outside of Engineering I have written several novels and am a serious history buff, model RRer, wargamer, former ACW Reenactor.

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David’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Erie CC - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering Technology

Graduate Degree: SUNY College at Buffalo - Master of Mechnaical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Hobbies

Miniature Wargaming, History, Model Railroading, Ham Radio & Shooting. I work at my Church in the food Pantry and do some design work.

Tutoring Subjects
Algebra
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Engineering
High School Physics
High School World History
Math
Mechanical Engineering
Middle School Science
Other
PE Exam - Professional Licensed Engineer Principles and Practice of Engineering Exam
Physics
Professional Certifications
Science
Social Studies
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
Thermodynamics
World History