Charles Tupper Resume

Charles David Tupper
204 Calhoun Street, Apt 17 | Clemson, South Carolina, 29631 843.534.3218 | charles@dtupper.com | http://dtupper.com
Education and Awards

2010-2014 Bachelors of Science in Physics, Clemson University, Clemson, SC. expected Coursework included a focus on astrophysics, astronomy, and computational physics. 20132014 Sigma Pi Sigma Outstanding Senior in Physics, Clemson University.
Senior Thesis
Title Carbon Monoxoide Spectroscopy Data Reduction Methods and Legacy Software Conversion Description Previously the Creative Inquiry project that was supervised by Dr. Sean Brittain used a collection of IDL and Perl code encapsulating compiled FORTRAN77 code to assist with data reduction of spectroscopic data gathered from the NIRSPEC and PHOENIX instruments for use in carbon monoxide spectroscopy of protoplanetary discs. Previously the installation and setup of these tools was obtrusive and platformdependent. This document details the creation process and maintenance of the scripts and programs necessary to install a working data reduction and research environment.
Extracurriculars
2010-2014 Society of Physics Students, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, President.
Accomplished bringing the Society to an unprecedented level of activity via leading team of students to collaboration with University and department. Constructed infrastructure to facilitate ease of administration for future ocers. Supervised and led several projects to completion. Set up and managed campus outreach projects such as fund-raisers and physics-related events. Collaborated with the Physics department to set up the beginnings of a "buddy" program for acclimating incoming freshmen.
Relevant Coursework
Circuits, Electronics and Experimental Physics, PHYS 325-326.
Constructed circuits using analog and digital components as well as programmable microcontrollers such as the Arduino. Conducted a variety of classical and modern experiments in physics utilizing modern laboratory techniques. Constructed laboratory reports per academic and industrial standards. Wrote academic level papers documenting processes and results.
Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics, ASTR 302-303.

Coursework involved an overview of introductory astrophysics on the stellar, interstellar, and galactic levels. Tied in with relevant research and projects utilizing computer modelling and simulation.
Computational Physics, PHYS 315, Audited.

Learned and demonstrated knowledge of computational methods for physics-related problems. Introduction to multi-threaded cluster computing via usage of the Palmetto cluster. Primarily utilized MatLab.
Technical Skills
Basic Perl, Python, C, C++, IDL, MatLab, LabView, Image Analysis, Maple, Telescope Operation
A Intermediate L TEX, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Data Reduction
Advanced Computer Software and Hardware Support, Client-facing and Internal Technical Support
Experience
2011Present Research Assistant, Kinard Laboratories, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.
Performed data reduction on large volumes of astronomy data from instruments like PHOENIX and NIRSPEC. Ported and made compatible FORTRAN77 code from legacy NASA/JPL projects for our own data reduction process. Started projects to migrate the entire process from IDL to C++. Detailed achievements: Made observations on 0.9M SARA telescope at Kitt Peak for research use Reduced large volumes of astronomy data for use in research applications from various instruments Ported software and scripts from OSX to Ubuntu Started project to translate extensive collection of IDL scripts into open, more accessible languages Wrote scripts for install of typical software environment Instructed fellow research assistants on how to install, use, and maintain applications
2010Present Laptop Software Support, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.

Provided support to students and faculty in software installation and support, basic hardware repairs, virus removal, data backup, basic data recovery, installing operating systems, and solving various software problems.
Communication Skills
20132014 Led bi-monthly meetings for SPS with typical attendance of 20-30 2013 Poster at the Focus on Creative Inquiry at Clemson University 2013 Poster at Junior Mechanics Project seminar 2004-2005 Volunteered at the Charleston, SC VA Medical Center in various departments

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Education and Awards

Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics, ASTR 302-303.

Computational Physics, PHYS 315, Audited.

2010Present Laptop Software Support, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.

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