Scott A. Gasparian

To apply my experience as a teacher and my skills with technology to further the education of young adults. My greatest talent is the abilitiy to understand any technology and then transfer that knowledge through experential learning. I have designed and installed campus-wide networks, assisted students in building computers and robots, and taught both students and teachers how to make it all assist their educational objectives. I truly enjoy learning and teaching, and believe that technology is a tool that must be mastered in order to survive and prosper in our rapidly changing world. Currently i am studying alternative energy technologies including solar and wind power combined with hydrogen storage and fuel cells.

Hardware: Can diagnose and repair most hardware problems, from powersupplies to add-on card configurations. Comfortable digging inside Macs, PCs, routers and switches, laptops, monitors, and almost any elctronic device. Extensive work on 10-base-T cabling and hubs/switches, including installation of hubs, patch panels, room drops, cable certification, link diagnostics, and network planning and strategies. Familiar with most routers and gateways, can configure and test internet connectivity devices, and have helped many organizations through the current ISP turnovers of ATM and leased line connections (including DSL, ADSL, and cable modems). Able to read and understand product literature, so can configure most AV equipment including projectors, printers, scanners, bar-code systems, and other peripheral components. Can Design and Fabricate neccessary mountings and hardwares for systems, racks, patch bays, and custom enclosures, familiar with local constuction codes and fire regulations. Competent with machine shop equipment, including CNC mills and lathes, Arc/MIG/TIG welding and brazing, most all power equipment, and training of students in use of such.

Software: Primarily a “Unix” guy, i prefer to work on Linux, but am versed in SunOS4.x, BSD, HPUX, and AUX. Extensive experience in TCP/IP environments, including DNS setup and configuration, Routing protocols, mixed IP networks, Domain Registrations, SMTP and POP/IMAP services, and ISP/Telco coordination. Proficient with Apache webserver, including multisite homing, SQL integration, and CGI scripting with Perl and PHP. Very proficient with MacOS v6-X, AppleShare, AppleshareIP, AtEase, and all aspects of Mac-Internet connectivity. Familiar with Windows, Novell services, and connectivity issues. Some experience with NT and 2000/ME

Applications: Can install, configure, use and teach: WordProcessing, FilemakerPro, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, PageMaker, Illustrator, FinalCutPro, Premier, AfterEffects, spreadsheets, email programs, browsers, FTP Clients, Telnet and SSH, and Cisco IOS. Currently self-learning Director and Flash.

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June 1998- present: Sole Proprietor, 1Sky Technologies and Consulting

1Sky is a consulting firm for Educational Network and Computer needs, specializing in custom networks and internet installations. Current Clients include: LWHS, Gateway H.S. (a new Charter school in SF), PhillipsBrooks School, Head-Royce School, CollegePrep School, and Town School for Boys. It has been my pleasure to assist so many different organizations with making their technology useful and the challenge of Network Design and installation keeps my creative desires busy.

May 1994-June 1998: Technology Coordinator / Teacher, Lick-Wilmerding High School, San Francisco, CA.

Taught semester courses: Introduction to Computers, Networks, Robotics, and Electro-Fundementalis.
Designed and installed comprehensive campus wide Network: 10-base-T, Fiber,10-base-2, Cisco 3640 router with T1 connectivity, and AppleTalk.
Constructed, installed, and configured web/mail/DNS/file server for campus.
Specified, procured, installed, configured 3 labs of student machines, and faculty machines, total 240 computers.
Instituted student run WebClub which is responsible for the LWHS website, peer student computer training, faculty assistance, and overall net community. Trained faculty and staff in use of campus network, email, fileservers, and other audio/visual equipment and technology curriculum development.

Jan 1991-August1993: System Administrator, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), Zurich Switzerland

Responsible for upkeep and upgrades of 300+ computer network with 3000+ faculty and student accounts. Primarily Sun3 and Sun4 workstations, i also maintained a large server facility consisting of 6 Sun3/280, 2 Sparcstation 2000, and 1 Convex

Mar 1989- Dec 1990: Technical Support, Supercomputer Computations Research Institute at FSU

Responsible for all aspects of PC support, including specifications, procurement, installation, configuration, maintenance, and network connectivity to CM4 and ETA-10 supercomputers.

Dec 1987 -Feb 1989: Manager, Phyrst Bar and Grill, Tallahassee, FL.

Responsible for all aspects of afternoon and evening shifts, staffing, payroll, inventory, quality control, liquor regulations, booking and scheduling of Entertainment, and premise security for a campus favorite restaurant and bar.

Co-Creator of the HypKnowTron, a 10 foot diameter spinning network of 120 PIC microcontrollers that creates a visual illusion with 360 "daybrite" LEDs. Spinning at over 100 rpm, the 5 foot long aluminum blades are mounted on a stand that i designed, fabricated, and welded to produce an 18 foot tall windmill of sound-activated kaleidoscopic light patterns.

Regional Director, United States Hang Gliding Association (USHGA). Elected by members in Region 2 (N. Cal and NV) to represent Hang and Paraglider pilots to the national association. Actively involved with flying site preservation and acquisition in the Bay Area, Safety concerns and Accident Investigations and Reporting. Co-Author of Paragliding Study Guide and Instructor Certification Programs

Initial webmaster and co-founder for Bay Area Independent Schools Network (BAISNet), a collaborative organization for technology persons from independent schools. Meets once a month at rotating schools to discuss educational technology issues and share information and experiences.

USHGA Certified Basic Paragliding Instructor, USHGA Certified Tandem Paraglider Instructor(T3) USHGA #61960

Previous webmaster for Bay Area Paragliding Association and ex-editor of BAPA club newsletter "Ridgedancer".

Swiss Paraglider Pilot Rating, Schweizerischen Hangegleiter-Verbandes(SHV)#28095

Have also been known to play music, make movies, look at the stars, study the weather, and get Pigs to Fly