MATT ROUSE
1038 Pinhurst Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30339
rousem@aol.com
(678) 309-1113
Education
Graduate
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia
Currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Overall GPA: 3.8/4.00
Undergraduate
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering - December 1998
Overall GPA: 3.97/4.00
Class Rank: 1
ME GPA: 4.00/4.00
Relevant courses Robotics
Linear Controls
Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Int. Combustion Engines
Awards
Advanced Dynamics
Numerical Methods
Machine Design
Manufacturing Processes
Finite Element Analysis
Mechatronics
Dynamic System Controls
Material Selection
Technical Writing
Computer Aided Design
LSU ME Outstanding Academic Achievement Award
McLaughlin Dean Medal for Excellence for Highest GPA in College of Engineering
Summa Cum Laude Honors
LSU Alumni Association Top 100 Scholarship
LSU College of Engineering Pegues Scholarship
Ned Adler Senior Engineering Scholarship
Dean’s List all semesters
Personal
Computer Skills
Experienced with IDEAS Solid Modeling and Finite Element Analysis Software,
AutoCAD, MATLAB, MathCAD, ANSYS, FORTRAN programming, and assembly
language programming of Motorola HC11 microprocessor.
Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Also experienced with data acquisition technologies including the Servo-to-Go I/O
card.
Other Skills
Skilled in performing hands-on mechanical tasks using hand and power tools.
Experienced with the use of vertical milling machine, lathe, drill press, band saw,
various welding techniques, and other associated fabrication equipment.
Effective writing skills, comfortable with public speaking, acquainted with team
setting
Activities
Engineering:
Captain of 1998 LSU Formula SAE Team
LSU College of Engineering Student Advisory Committee
LSU College of Engineering Dean Selection Committee
Society of Automotive Engineering Member
ASME Member
Lambda Chi Alpha Social Fraternity:
President, Treasurer, Intramural Sports Coordinator, Head of Executive Committee,
and Delegate to Regional Leadership Convention and General Assembly National
Convention
Honor Societies:
Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society
Pi Tau Sigma Engineering Honor Society
Mortar Board
Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society
Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society
Interests
Car and engine repair, car racing, engine performance upgrades
Swimming, volleyball, biking, skiing, and soccer
Experience
Summer 1998
Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, TX
Employed by the Automatic Transmission Section within the Engine and Vehicle
Research Division of SwRI. Assisted in wiring and testing the data acquisition
system on a dynamometer test stand. Designed and fabricated a refrigeration
chamber capable of cooling a test article to -35C during testing. Developed
schematics for the prototype controls system on an electric hybrid transmission.
Summer 1997
Microsystems Engineering Team, LSU ME Department, Baton Rouge, LA
Developed techniques for electroplating high aspect ratio microstructures on
various mechanical parts. Investigated methods of increasing strength of
structures and creating a stronger bond between substrate and microstructure.
Successfully electroplated nickel microstructures on carbon and stainless steel.
Summer 1996
Novartis Crop Protection (formerly Ciba Corporation), Baton Rouge, LA
Assisted the senior engineer in the Corrective Engineering Department in daily
troubleshooting of equipment failures. Tested various gasket types and sizes in
order to obtain chemical compatibility, seating stress, torque, creep, and relaxation
data. Results used to determine correct gasket type and torque values needed on
a large plant transformer. Also, redesigned the fit on a roulon sleeve bearing from
the packaging auger. Exposed to various plant processes.
Summer 1995
LSU Recreational Day Camp, Baton Rouge, LA
As a staff counselor, instructed and supervised the daily sporting activities of
children.
Fall 1994
LSU, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Baton Rouge, LA
Prepared a small-scale incinerator for final construction and testing.
Summer 1993
and 1994
Village St. George Aquatic Club, Baton Rouge, LA
Coached the club’s swim team and served as a lifeguard certified by the American
Red Cross (1994). Certified lifeguard (1993).