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Simon Christopher Morson

15 Fremont Drive, Milking Bank
Dudley, West Midlands DY1 2UX
TEL: 01384 239097 / MOB: 07817 499855
EMAIL: simon.morson@blueyonder.co.uk


PROFILE
A highly-motivated student who is looking to make important steps into the IT industry. Benefits from a wide-
range of knowledge on several areas including software development, databases and open source systems. Is
calm and dependable when working in a team and will contribute knowledge and skills to be a valuable
member and can also work independently if required. Currently looking to gain invaluable experience of the
working world.

SKILLS

Good experience and knowledge of:

Programming Languages (Java, C#, Python, PHP)
Linux Operating Systems
o Setting up a virtual machine for Ubuntu
o BASH shell command line and scripts.
o Experienced using of GUI.
Web Development & Databases
o HTTP
o CSS
o Apache Server Setup
o Experienced at using MySQL queries to create functional complex databases.
Managed and Completed a Project for a Local Company
o Created a book-keeping program which using AMP(Apache, MySQL, PHP)
o Part of my A-level Computing Subject, it took up over 4 months to complete
o Awarded a grade B once marked by the exam board.


QUALIFICATIONS
Linux Essentials
Microsoft Certified Professional
Microsoft Technological Associate: Network Fundamentals



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EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Education:
Birmingham City University (2013 - Current)
Degree: BSc (Hons) Computer Science

Currently Studying:
Enterprise Databases: Design and
Implementation
30 Introduction to traditional and future database technologies
including SQL, OO, XML and web-database technologies
Network Management 15
Research and Professional Practice 15 Learning what is required to forge a successful career in the IT
industry
Software Design 15 Learning several software topics relating to how programs are
represented (e.g. Sequence Diagrams, the relationship between
UML models and code)
Advanced Software Development 30 Provides part of the skills needed by developers needed to create
modern software applications. It focuses on improving students
development skills so that they are ready to undertake a successful
project.
Discrete Computing and
Algorithms
15 A Mathematics-based module which follows on from Data Analysis
from Year 1. Some examples of the topics studied for this subject are
set theory, formal logic, and discrete data structures.

First Year Grade: First Honours Degree

Halesowen College (2011-2013)
A-Levels: Geography Grade C, Mathematics Grade C, Computing Grade D

Holly Hall Secondary School (2006-2011)
GCSES: 8 A to C Grades including Maths and English.


Past Work Experience:

Classroom Assistant (25
th
January 2010 29
th
January 2010)
Workplace: Milking Bank Primary School
Responsibilities:
Help prepare and put away classroom equipment
Provide additional support for the teachers in year group 1
Give assistance to any student who is having difficulties with the class work
Skills Required:
Punctuality
Reliability
Calm
Responsibility

Accountancy Assistant(1
st
February 2010 5
th
February 2010)
Workplace: Wilkes & Tranter Accountancy Agency
Responsibilities:
Provide support for accountants with daily tasks
Calculate data figures for several data sheets
Transfer books between storehouse and office
Skills Required:
Punctuality
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Mathematical Skills
Responsible

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Driving Licence: Full UK/ Clean
Hobbies: Football, Table Tennis and Reading.
Other Past times: Helper for Dudley Olympics (Disability Sports Team)