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Lesley Carol Bullwer
28 Manor Street, HINCKLEY, Leics LE10 0AS

webpage:

http://www.bullwer.co.uk (home page)
http://www.cse.dmu.ac.uk/~mit99lb (university page)

British, female, aged 33, married


Academic results

De Montfort University (1999-2000)
MSc Information Technology: Pass with distinction
Results:

Computer Systems

A+

Networks

A+

Advanced Networks

A

Advanced Databases

A

Distributed Systems

C

Advanced Interactive Systems

A+

Software Engineering

A+

Object Oriented Program & Design

A+

Project   A-

University of Sheffield (1996-1999)
BMus Music degree: 1st class classification

North Warwickshire & Hinckley College (1994-1996)
A levels: Practical Music (A), Theoretical Music (A) & Mathematics (A)


Academic experience

De Montfort University (1999-2000)
MSc Information Technology: pass with distinction

This course has introduced me to all aspects of information technology from the principles of networking, to programming using C++, to new technologies of Java and XML. My project was based on using XML and XSL to produce SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics). I feel that my studying this course shows that I am more than capable of understanding complex concepts quickly. I am confident that I could swiftly learn any new relevant information. I was also the Student Representative for the IT course. For this I not only attended meetings, putting forward points made by students, but I also produced a website, which contained the information from the meetings. This can be found at http://www.cse.dmu.ac.uk/~mit99lb.


Capabilities

Computing

  • Learning quickly to use new equipment and software.
  • Creating self-study material using various packages including music processing, word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
  • Updating databases and spreadsheets to constantly give accurate information.

Administrative

  • Meeting deadlines by planning and prioritising objectives and tasks.
  • Monitoring, analysing and evaluating projects to ensure they are completed on time.
  • Suggesting ways to improve structures or procedures.

Communication

  • Conducting research and producing effective reports.
  • Communicating ideas clearly on paper, on a one-to-one basis and also to small groups.
  • Describing and explaining difficult concepts in simple ways.
  • Building trust and confidence, motivating people to help themselves.

Personal

  • Adapting quickly to changing environments.
  • Setting high but achievable standards of performance for myself and others.
  • Improving personal and technical skills through courses, self-study and dedication.
  • Applying knowledge and experience to solving problems.
  • Demonstrating a positive outlook, maintaining a 'can do' attitude in the face of obstacles.
  • Working alone or as part of a team and referring to others when necessary.

Work experience

Randstad Employment Bureau (vacation work): variety of jobs (1995-1999)

Randstad Employment Bureau provides work in a variety of areas, specialising in temporary vacancies. Key positions through Randstad have been with Commission for Racial Equality, Haymarket Shopping Centre (Management), Walkers Crisps, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Next Retail plc, LOROS (Leicester Hospice) and Sears Pensions. Responsibilities included typing (and audio typing) letters, memos and reports, and preparing and sending mailshot letters quickly, correctly and to a high standard of presentation using a variety of application programs.

Major Achievements

  • Commended for speed and accuracy of work.
  • Commended for willingness and ability to relate well with those I have worked with.

Warwickshire County Music Service (CMS):
Supply Woodwind Instrumental Teacher (part time) (Spring/Summer 1998)

Warwickshire CMS provides instrumental and classroom music teaching to state schools throughout the county. Responsibilities included teaching pupils (aged 8-11) on flute or clarinet, producing reports for parents, assessing and entering pupils for practical exams, organising lessons to maximise use of limited time available, producing practice sheets and exercises, keeping records of attainment.

Major Achievements

  • Designed and produced certificates as a record of achievement for pupils using Word 97.
  • Developed pupil's technical skills leading to improved playing ability.

Universities & Colleges Christian Fellowship (UCCF):
Word processing Advice/Development and Secretary (1987-1994)

UCCF is a registered charity with a publishing arm, InterVarsity Press. Responsibilities included training and providing 'help-desk' facilities for staff using Windows, Word for Windows and Excel; minor fault finding and correcting of PCs and printers; and producing reports, graphs and charts of financial support for presentation to management.

Major Achievements

  • Developed, organised and trained staff in-house to use the new computers using Windows, Word for Windows and Excel.
  • Drew up a set of training targets for staff trained off-site.
  • Wrote and produced notes, handouts and booklets providing information for training and self-help.
  • Constructed and maintained spreadsheet for flexible working hours scheme.

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