Curriculum Vitae
Timothy M. Koch
751 Elm Ave. Selkirk, NY 12158
tmkoch@syr.edu
518.701.4057
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SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry - Graduate Program (2014-Present)
- M.S. Water and Wetland Resource Studies, Watershed Hydrology and Biogeochemistry (Expected Spring 2016)
- GPA: 4.0
- Thesis: Remote Identification, Characterization, and Risk Assessment of Unregulated Dams using LiDAR data
and a dam failure meta-analysis
- Coursework: Advanced Watershed Hydrology and Biogeochemistry, Independent Practicum: LiDAR as a Tool in
Watershed Hydrology, Watershed Ecology and Management, Water Resources Management,
Fundamentals of GIS, Introduction to Soils, Environmental Impact Analysis, Soils Plants and
Stormwater, Invasive Species and Conservation of Natural Diversity Seminar
University at Albany (2002-2006) – B.S. Environmental Science, Earth Sciences Concentration
- Major GPA: 3.82
Minor GPA (Geology): 3.84
Cumulative GPA: 3.77
- Courses of Interest: Environmental Geochemistry, Geohydrology, Climate Change, Stratigraphy, Tectonics,
Environmental Analysis, Energy and Resources, Calculus I/II, Physics I/II, Chemistry I,
Independent Study, Biology I, Statistics I
Study Abroad 2005. Copenhagen, Denmark. Marine Ecology, Marine Biology, Environmental
History, Danish I
Oneida High School (1998-2002) – Regents Diploma with Honors and 9 Advanced Placement Credits
- GPA: 93.1, top 10% of graduating class
AWARDS AND HONORS
- Graduate Assistantship, 100% Tuition, SUNY -ESF, 2014-Present
- Summa Cum Laude Honors, University at Albany, 2006
- Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society, University at Albany, 2006
- Presidential Scholarship, 100% Tuition, University at Albany, 2002-2006
- Co-Outstanding Environmental Science Student Award, University at Albany, 2006
- Eagle Scout Award, Boy Scouts of America, Troop 30 - Sherrill, NY, 1997
RESEARCH
"Remote Identification, Characterization, and Risk Assessment of Unregulated Dams using LiDAR data and a dam
failure meta-analysis" - Master's Thesis (in progress)
"Effects of the Overlook Wildfire on Stream Quality in the Minnewaska State Park Preserve"
Field Research performed and report written for the NYS Dept. of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
-Conducted five monitoring trips to the Park to collect surface water samples, field parameters and visual assessments
-Researched previously published studies regarding the effects of wildfires on surface water quality
-Compiled and analyzed chemical data from collected samples
-Communicated findings and comparisons to other studies in a scientific paper for use by the NYS-OPRHP
"A Comparison of Cation Exchange Capacity and Cation Percentages in Soil versus Sediment Samples surrounding
an Urban Reservoir in Albany, New York"
Field Research performed and report written as an Independent Study in conjunction with research by Dr. John Arnason
-Collected soil and sediment samples from various locations surrounding the Six Mile Reservoir in Albany, NY
-Analyzed samples in the laboratory using an Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer and an Ion Chromatograph
-Wrote report which Dr. Arnason expanded upon and plans to publish as well as for Independent Study credit
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Curriculum Vitae
Timothy M. Koch
RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Environmental Field Services Technician - Adirondack Environmental Services (May 2012 - July 2014)
-Collected surface water, groundwater, waste water, soil, sediment and air samples at various locations
-Followed site-specific DEC and EPA protocols before, during and after sampling events
-Developed a sampling and safety protocol for a Hudson River Dredging Discharge project
-Developed a sampling and safety protocol for the Paulson-Holbrook groundwater monitoring project
-Kept detailed and organized field notes for use in report generation
Water Quality Coordinator - NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Internship (May 2008-Nov. 2008)
-Collected surface water, phytoplankton, phosphorous, algae, and aquatic plant samples
-Participated in stream reconnaissance, wildlife and habitat management and resource conservation efforts
-Wrote and edited reports to be sent to park staff and other state agencies including "Effects of the Overlook Wildfire..."
Environmental Geochemistry Research Technician - University at Albany, (August 2005-May 2006, March 2007- Oct. 2007)
-Conducted field work and research that led to the writing of "A Comparison of Cation Exchange Capacity..."
-Collected monthly surface water samples and gauge readings from the urban Patroon Creek Watershed in Albany, NY
-Performed both field and laboratory work
Aquatic & Riparian Effectiveness Monitoring Program Technician - U.S. Forest Service Internship (May 2006-Nov. 2006)
-Mapped stream morphology of various watersheds through the American Northwest Forest Plan Area (OR, WA, CA)
-Gathered habitat data including water chemistry, pool counts, substrate measurements and wood counts
-Documented macro-invertebrate, amphibian and fish species utilizing electro-fishing for sample collection
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Teaching Assistant - Arboriculture - SUNY-ESF Spring 2016
Teaching Assistant - Meteorology - SUNY-ESF Spring 2015
Review Session Leader: Geostrophic winds, thunderstorm formation and development,hurricane formation and
development,
Teaching Assistant - Global Environment and the Evolution of Human Society - SUNY-ESF Fall 2014 & Fall2015
Discussion Section Leader: "Data Integrity", "Scientific Writing", "Perspective"
Guest Lecture: "Fisheries Management and the Tragedy of the Commons"
Merit Badge Counselor and Assistant Waterfront Director - Cedarlands Boy Scout Reservation, 2002-2004
Courses Taught: Swimming, Life Saving, Canoeing, Rowing, Small Boat Sailing, Emergency Preparedness
Substitute Teacher Oneida High School, 2004
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