Hi!
My name is Vincent Lowe! I'm an undergraduate at the University of North Texas earning my B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in Biology and Technical Communication. The easiest way to describe my hobbies is in one word, "Nerd." Now, what do I mean by that? Well, if you think of a hobby normally associated with a nerd, that's me! Video games, movies, card games, TTRPG's, board games, comics, cosplay, and the list goes on. I chose UNT for two reasons, the first of which is I got a research position here and was able to begin research 2 days before I graduated High School, and the second was financial compensation! Now that's a fun term, but basically... UNT offered me a scholarship, and I am a sucker for free money.
Shifting gears a bit, I want to talk about my TECM experience. I've taken a multitude of TECM courses at UNT, but beyond that, I have used technical writing since High School. Be it emailing professors, mentors, or networking contacts. Another key area that TECM has applied to me is in professional settings such as ISoP, or the International Society of Pharmacometrics. Now many of you are probably reading that word and going.... what, and I don't blame you. Pharmacometrics is the mathematical and statistical modeling of drugs to help determine to dose, the time between dosing, toxic levels, and more from clinical, preclinical, or simulated data. In simple terms, I make drugs with computers. Pivoting from that wordy definition, the main use of TECM in this field is scientific communication both interdisciplinary and to a more generalist audience.
Again shifting gears, my learning style is very proactive. If I can get a course done in a week, I will finish it in a week so it doesn't loom over my head. This style normally works better alone, but I have had some success in groups depending on the composition of the members. I'm hoping that in this class I can garner skills that can enhance my foundational knowledge of TECM as I move toward my Ph.D. in pharmaceutical sciences this coming fall.
And for a fun end to this long-winded introduction, I thought I'd add a more nerdy photo showing off my engineering (Both mechanical and electrical) work that I did for a cosplay project.... and yes the wings are fully motorized and open, and close at the push of a button... and again yes it was a pain to make ha!
Skills:
- Coding (R/Python/Unix/VIM)
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Time management
- Working under pressure
- Working in a Professional Setting
- Engineer
- Software Developer
Repair Experience:
- Auto repair
- Battery Replacement
- Oil Replacement
- On-Board Software Replacement
- Troubleshooting Issues
- Computer Repair
- Hardware Repair on Both Desktop and Laptop (Motherboard, Ram, CPU, GPU, PSU, etc)
- Software Repair
- Installation and Removal of Parts
- Peripheral Repair
- Troubleshooting and Fixing Issues
- Mechanical and Engineering:
- Creation and Repair of LED Screens
- Creation and Repair of Motor Systems
- Creation and Repair of Wiring, Wire Joints, and Circuit Board Connections
- Repair of Internal Components on Phones, Computers, and Other Items
- Trouble Shooting Issues that Arise from Repairs
- Keyboard Repair and Construction:
- Repair of Mechanical Keyboard Switches
- Built a Keyboard from Bottom-up
- Soldering Work and Repair
- Work with Small Parts
- Trouble Shooting Issues and Testing Overall System
- Phone Repair
- Repair and Replaced the Battery
- Replaced Broken Screens
- Repaired Broken Wire Connections
- Repaired Software Issues that Led to Issues
- Trouble Shooting and Solving Issues
- A Variety of Other Repair Experiences:
- Fence Repair
- Camera Repair
- Security System Repair and Installation
- Repair of Smart Home Hubs
- Creation of a Smart Home Hub
- Creation of Algorithms and Software
- Fixed Light Switch Connections
- Replaced Light Switches
- Modded and Repaired Ender 3 Pro Printer
- and More!
Hobbies:
- Playing Video Games
- Coding
- Working on Projects (Mechanical and Electrical Alike)
- TTRPGs, Board Games, and Trading Card Games
- Comics
- Being a Nerd Overall