Dec 29 2008
About Me
The Teaching Box is a portal dedicated to Educational Endeavors. Here you will find my collection of tools and resources. They have been carefully placed into this online virtual teaching box for your use and enjoyment. Come explore the box with me.
About Me -
I am a Mechanical Engineer by trade, specifically a Manufacturing Engineer. I have over 12 years of experience as a manufacturing engineer training people on production methods and systems. My engineering career has allowed me to have the roles of both Engineer and Educator. I enjoy the study of instruction and training methods.
I have recently completed a graduate level program and have earned a certification as a Post-Secondary Teacher through Bethel University. My Masters Degree qualifies me to teach in many areas of engineering and technology.
My Education and Background -
Certification, Post-Secondary Education, 2007-2008
Bethel University - St. Paul, MN
MS, Manufacturing Systems, 1998-2000
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
BS, Mechanical Engineering, Minor Archaeology, 1990-1996
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
My Day Job -
I am currently a Principal Manufacturing Engineer at Medtronic. In this role I provide engineering support to a production area that produces 2.6 million molded parts/year. My area of expertise is silicone rubber molding including part, process, and tool design. I also utilize 5S, Lean, and Six Sigma tools to improve and refine manufacturing systems.
Contact Me -
I have 12+ years of practical training experience. I am available for lectures and adjunct faculty positions. I am qualified to teach in many areas of technology and engineering. My specialties are Online Collaboration and Engineering as well as Educational Methods using the Internet and Technology.
I enjoy writing short tutorials and articles that cover many topics . Contact me if you would like me to write a guest post on your Blog. Collaboration is a win - win proposition for everyone!
I can be contacted at: loren@insidethecomputer.com
