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NAMAN MALHOTRA
OBJECTIVE
! To secure employment where I may utilize my skills in geology, remote sensing or GIS
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
! Proficient use of various mapping software, scripts and databases
! Geoscientist-In-Training member with APEGA
! Enthusiastic to learn new concepts quickly and efficiently
! Well organized and work well under pressure
! Effectively utilize data to prepare summaries and reports
! Enjoy working in teams, remote areas and challenging environments
! Excellent communication skills in English, Hindi and Punjabi
! Clean Class 5 driving licence
RELEVANT SKILLS
Geology Skills
! Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, or geophysical information
! Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, or reports concerning mineral
extraction, land use, or resource management
! Investigate the composition, structure, or history of the Earth's crust
! Assess ground or surface water movement
! Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, or mineral ore deposits or underground water
resources, using aerial photographs, charts, research or survey results
! Measure characteristics of the Earth using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters,
torsion balances, or magnetometers
Remote Sensing Skills
! Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical
analysis software, image analysis software, or GIS
! Process aerial or satellite imagery to create products such as land cover maps
! Integrate remotely sensed data with other geospatial data
! Adjust remotely sensed images for optimum presentation by using software to select image
displays, define image set categories, or choose processing routines
! Merge scanned images or build photo mosaics of large areas, using image processing
software
! Prepare documentation or presentations, including charts, photos, or graphs
! Correct raw data for errors due to factors such as skew or atmospheric variation
GIS Skills
! Design or prepare graphic representations of geographical data, using ArcGIS or MapInfo
! Analyze GIS data to identify spatial relationships or display results of analyses
! Maintain, modify and enter data into GIS databases
! Perform geospatial data building, modeling, or analysis, using advanced spatial analysis,
data manipulation, or cartography software
! Select cartographic elements needed for effective presentation of information


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Software & Computer Languages
! GIS software: ArcGIS, ArcCatalog, ArcScene, MapInfo
! Remote Sensing software: PCI Geomatica, TerraScan, LPS, ERDAS
! Scripts: Python, Visual Basics, Unix, SQL Plus, EASI
! Databases: Unix, Oracle, Microsoft Access
! Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publications, Outlook
! Other: geoSCOUT, SPSS, Google Earth, Mac OS X
EDUCATION
2014 Geographic Sciences Advanced Diploma Lawrencetown, NS
Remote Sensing Concentration
Centre of Geographic Sciences, NSCC

2013 B.Sc. Major in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Edmonton, AB
Minor in Mathematics
University of Alberta
FIELD/TECHNICAL PROJECTS
May 13 (11 days) Field Methods and Geologic Mapping Quadra Island, BC
Open Bay and Lucky Jim Mine
! Preparing geological and topographical maps, using a compass and GPS for navigation,
demonstrate safe field practices
! Recognizing rock types and geologic structures in the field
! Compiling geological observations onto a base map
Jan 12- Apr 12 Petroleum Geology - Project Oilfield Edmonton, AB
University of Alberta
! Preparing structural and stratigraphic cross sections
! Core logging and reading petrophysical logs to identify pay zone
! Understanding the subsurface geology of the study area
! Creating isopach maps and cross sections using geoSCOUT

WORK EXPERIENCE
Aug 11- Oct 11 Apple Representative Edmonton, AB
Volt Canada/Future Shop
May 11- Aug 11 Maintenance Technician Edmonton, AB
Logican Technologies Inc.
Aug 09 - Oct 09 Sales Associate Edmonton, AB
Future Shop
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
! Science Sunday (by U of A Museums) volunteer
! Rapid fire theater
! Wajwal Foundation book drive volunteer
! Intervivos Mentorship Event Volunteer