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Salwan Aldhahab

Toronto,ON

Summary

Student-focused counselor and advisor with strong background in student support and crisis intervention. Drives student success by partnering closely with administrators, teachers and guardians on diverse initiatives. Background in one-on-one assistance and group instruction. Talented in facilitating college, vocational and military applications.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Peer Mentor Captain

Lassonde School of Engineering
Toronto, ON
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided academic support and guidance to students in need of assistance.
  • Facilitated group discussion sessions on topics such as study skills, stress management, and career exploration.
  • Maintained accurate records of interactions with each mentee, including notes and progress reports.
  • Participated in training sessions related to effective peer mentoring techniques.
  • Supported new mentors through orientation processes, shadowing opportunities, or other methods of instruction.

Hardware Design Engineer Intern

MechTronX Inc.
Toronto, ON
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Designed and developed embedded systems and printed circuit boards (PCBs).
  • Architected and implemented firmware/software for microcontrollers, ensuring optimal performance and efficient resource utilization.
  • Selected appropriate components such as microcontrollers, sensors, and communication interfaces (serial, I2C, and SPI) based on project requirements.
  • Created schematic diagrams, layout PCBs, and oversee the PCB manufacturing process, considering factors like signal integrity, power distribution, and thermal management.
  • Conducted hardware and software testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to identify and rectify design issues.
  • Documented design decisions, specifications, test plans, and troubleshooting
    procedures for future reference.

Coding & Robotics Coach

LEARNstyle Ltd.
Toronto, ON
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Instructed students on robotics fundamentals, including programming and engineering principles.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach coding skills for robot construction.
  • Conducted assessments of student progress in order to evaluate their learning.
  • Facilitated team-building activities to promote collaboration among students.
  • Coached students on the use of robots for specific tasks, such as navigation and obstacle avoidance.
  • Encouraged creativity and innovation in design solutions for robotics challenges.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering

York University
Toronto, ON
05-2025

Skills

  • Java, Python, C / C, Javascript, CSS & HTML, Linux, Bash, Git, Verilog HDL, MATLAB, PCB Design, Arduino, Raspberry Pi
  • Problem Solving, Creativity, Team Work, Communication, Coaching and Teaching, Desire to Learn, Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Senior Design York Engineering Competition: Secured first place in a rigorous six-hour robotic design competition, showcasing expertise in Arduino-based circuitry, RF remote control integration, and motor driver precision for an excavator project to qualify for the Ontario Engineering Competition 2024.
  • UNHACK - BEST Lab Hackathon: Reached top 10 teams out of 100 team and won 6th place in a three-day hackathon by developing a business plan for a mobile application and presenting a solution to include more than 4 categories of United Nation Sustainable Development Goals.

Timeline

Peer Mentor Captain

Lassonde School of Engineering
10.2023 - 12.2023

Hardware Design Engineer Intern

MechTronX Inc.
05.2023 - 08.2023

Coding & Robotics Coach

LEARNstyle Ltd.
10.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering

York University

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