Email: eqo5037@psu.

edu
Tel: (610) 848-0592
Portfolio: www.opponge.com
Objective:

Emmanuel Oppong

348 Blue Course Dr. Apt. 235

State College, Pa, 16803

To obtain a computer engineering full time position involving application in embedded systems,
embedded software design, or communication network and security

Education
Expected Graduation: May 2015
The Pennsylvania State University
GPA: 3.01
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Relevant Courses:
Object Oriented Programming, Operating Systems, Microprocessors and Embedded Systems, Digital
Design-FPGA, Communication Networks, Computer and Network Security, Digital Integrated
Circuits

Technical Knowledge

C, C++, Qt GUI/QML, JavaScript/jQuery, HTML, PHP, CSS, Java, Browser Debugging tools
SystemVerilog, FPGA (DE1-SoC), Computer Architecture (MIPS), Assembly
Quartus Logic Design, ModelSim, Multisim, Ultiboard, Altium, Cadence, Web/PhpStorm
Windows, Linux, Mac OS, Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver

Technical and Work Experience

January 2014 Present
PSU Student Space Program Laboratory Command & Data Handling
Acquire and store science data, and manage power distribution between systems.
Maintain and manage communication between subsystems and ground station.
May 2014 August 2014
Summer Research Program Big Data Analysis
Designed a method for analyzing information portrayed by Big Datasets in a graphical view.
Tested and benchmarked multiple datasets and visualization techniques.
Projects
Designed and developed a SystemVerilog PWM, and PID closed-loop control of a UAV for straight and
level flight as well as coordinated turns. Built on Altera De1-SoC FPGA.
December 2014
Designed and built a rocket payload system to read sensory data using a GPS module, an altimeter, an
accelerometer, a current monitor, and a microcontroller (Mbed).
January 2014 May 2014
Designed and developed a Verilog description of a 32-bit MIPS CPU. Created the control unit and
integrated it with the different CPU components.
November 2013
Developing a digital to do list/shopping list whiteboard capable of syncing with a mobile app
interface and a website database. GUI Software completed.
October 2013 Present
Developed a JavaScript web application dedicated to graph drawing. The app allowed user to generated
random graphs, or upload custom ones and also interact with the display.
May 2014 August 2014
Wind Turbine, Function Differentiator, Online Stock Portfolio and news feed.
October 2009 Present
Other Work Experience - Hospitality/Food Service (Multiple Positions)
Responsible for guest/customer comfort and satisfaction. Jobs included; Customer Service
Representative, PC Support Specialist, Web Designer, Receptionist, Cook, Kitchen Prep, Cashier, Dish
Room Attendant, and Delivery Driver.

Leadership Experience
PSU Erie Behrend Soccer Club Founding Father
March 2012 May 2013
Founded the club to over 60 members. Scheduled and coordinated games and tournaments with club
and other school clubs. Kept records of club members and activities.
PSU Erie International Students Org. Promotions Coordinator
February 2012 May 2013
Promote the organization through posters and digital advertisements around the school.
Helped set events and recruited students for participation.