Barbara Tyler DuBose

2223 Longview Ct
Charleston, SC 29414

btdubos@clemson.edu
(843) 469-1839

OBJECTIVE
To help broaden my view and education in the Biosystems engineering field and apply my knowledge gained through work
experience to problems found in the real world.
EDUCATION
Clemson University
Clemson, SC
B.S. in Biosystems Engineering (May 2015)
4.00 GPA
Minor in Environmental Engineering
WORK EXPERIENCE
Duke Energy
Charlotte, NC
Spring 2012, Fall 2012 & Summer 2013-14
Engineering Co-op Third and Fourth Rotation: Environmental Services Field Support
Assembled and drafted plans to keep fossil power stations and hydro power stations in compliance with federal, state, and
local environmental regulations using Microsoft office software and M8iANAGES software
Collaborated with various projects supporting fossil systems, hydro systems, and nuclear systems found in the Carolinas
Managed, supported, and facilitated meetings for the Environmental Services SharePoint Team Collaboration Website
Led several meetings for the development of peers in the cooperative education program for improvement of professional
future careers
Assisted in supervising a Facility Response Plan drill at a combustion cycle station
Engineering Co-op Second Rotation: Environmental Systems Support
Analyzed data to properly assess changes in the ecosystems and their effects on fish populations, using Statistix and GIS
software
Reported chemical incidents into ETRAC software, supporting fossil power plants
Assisted with Department of Transportation (DOT) license records and registration
Completed biological surveys for verification and confirmation of compliance with EPA regulations
Engineering Co-op First Rotation: Environmental Systems Support
Assisted with electrofishing, botany surveys, and reptile/amphibian surveys to monitor populations
Analyzed data and completed projects focusing on stressed ecosystems for recreational usage and environmental reasons
Experienced with methods for renewing permits and relicensing of dams, specifically focusing on Keowee-Toxaway Dam
Biosystems Cooperative Education Ambassador
Clemson, SC
June 2013- Present
Led meetings, managed a budget and organized events for new and experienced co-op students at Clemson University
Promoted and worked with employers to gain more interest for the program
Facilitated workshops to help with professional development of engineering college students
WISE (Women in Science and Engineering)
Clemson, SC
January 2013-Present
Mentored and supported young women coming into the field of science and engineering at Clemson University
Planned projects with Elementary, Middle and High schools around South Carolina to encourage students to become more
active and build understanding of the engineering field
Coordinated events to help women be proficient in their academic major and handle the stresses of new environments
Clemson University Research and Education Center
Charleston, SC
May 2009-May 2011
Agricultural Assistant: Entomology Lab (Summer 2009 & 2010), Horticulture Lab (Summer 2011)
Promoted to head of the Entomology Lab for summer of 2010
Researched grafting techniques and variety trials to find best practices for specialty melons
Collected, analyzed, and presented data on genetically modified plants and grafting techniques
Assessed shelf life of cantaloupe and tested brix, firmness, and pH as part of a grant study
Handled and sustained colonies of worms and plants for use in laboratory
Researched natural methods, such as kudzu and peppermint, to protect against insect viruses to help support organic food
growers
TECHNICAL SKILLS: Microsoft office software, AutoCAD, MANAGES, GIS, Statistix 9.0, SharePoint
HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
Robert W Moorman Award Most Outstanding Junior in the College of Science and Engineering
George B. Nutt Award Most Outstanding Junior in Biosystems Engineering
-Biosystems Engineering Club Vice President
-Staff Senate Scholarship
-National Honor Society of Collegiate Scholar
-SC Life Scholarship Recipient
-Thomas M Hunter Endowed Scholarship Recipient
-Cooperative Education Program
-Presidents List
-Tau Beta Pi The Engineering Honors Society
-Active Runner and cyclist completed several half marathons