This document is a resume for Joshua A Lowe that provides his contact information, education, technical skills, relevant projects, references, and work experience. It summarizes that he received a BS in Computer Science with a focus on embedded systems in 2014 from Shippensburg University. His technical skills include experience with FPGAs, microcontrollers, software languages and protocols. Notable projects include developing a "Lightboard" that controlled an LED grid and a virtual analog synthesizer for an FPGA. He has held various technical and customer service roles, including positions at Weavers Way Coop, Corrigan Manning Capital, and Apple Store.

1. Joshua A Lowe
432 W Upsal St
Philadelphia, PA 19119
302-690-3946
Lowe.joshua.41@gmail.com
EDUCATION: BS Computer Science – Embedded Systems, Dec 2014
Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA
Courses taken included:
Microcontrollers and Interfaces Database Management Systems
Operating Systems Real-time and Mobile Computing
Digital Audio Computing Digital and Reconfigurable Computing
Simulation Techniques Research and Development Techniques
TECHNICAL SUMMARY:
• Hardware: Virtex 5 FPGA, PIC32, ARM, OMAP
• Software: OrCAD, MPLABX, Eclipse, Xilinx Design Suite
• Languages: C, C++,MIPS ASM, Verilog, Java, Python
• Protocols: UART, I2C, TPC/IP, SPI, RS-232, AC 97
• Embedded C, C++ work on multiple MCU architectures
• PCB prototyping, completed concept to product cycle
RELEVANT PROJECTS:
Microcontrollers & Interfaces: Fall 2014 Term Project
“Lightboard”
• Develop and design unique circuit involving: PIC MCU, RS232 interface, user
interaction.
• “Lightboard” used MOSFETS and MCU to control grid of LEDs
• Entire schematic personally developed, board layout routing done by hand.
• Board was milled, plated, insulated, and populated in-lab.
Senior Research & Development: Capstone Course
Virtual Analog Synthesizer
• Immense research into synthesizer principles and concepts
• Developed for Virtex 5 FGPA on Digilent Development board.
• Involved 4 stage pipeline: Oscillator, Envelope, Amplifier, Output
• Course maintained high degree of scheduling and accountability to simulate
real world working conditions in engineering field.
REFERENCES:
Academic: Tom Briggs 7174111354 Carol Wellington 7174771424
Personal: Rich Schafe 2678041351 Brynn Lancaster 6109089855
Professional: Ashley Peters 7133493271 Tyler Garrett 7174762419

2. WORK EXPERIENCE:
Produce Associate, March 2015 to July 2015
Weavers Way Coop, Philadelphia, PA
• Continuously keep the appearance of the produce section up to a high standard
• Ensure incoming produce is labeled and stored correctly in walk-in.
• Field customers questions about the produce we offer and how it can be used.
Receiver, May 2014 to August 2014
Corrigan Manning Capital, Harrisburg, PA
• Coordinate package logistics across multiple building sites.
• Ensure packages are delivered on time and logged correctly
• Contracted to TE facility; ability to observe and interact with engineers
Technical Assistant, September 2012 to December 2012
Shippensburg University, Tech Fee Department, Shippensburg, PA
• Diagnose and troubleshoot Windows and Mac systems on campus.
• Provide educators with software direction and instruction.
• Engage in service calls with users; create and resolve service queue.
• Work with a team of other peers to coordinate repairs
Shift Manager May 2012 to August 2012
Dominos Pizza, Harrisburg, PA
• Solely oversee operation of store during shift
• Make orders quickly while still maintaining level of quality
• Answer phones, enter customer orders, and handle transactions.
Specialist, July 2010 to May 2011
Apple Store, Christiana, Delaware
• Educate customers on Mac software and hardware
• Analyze user requests; suggest package that best suits needs
• Basic triage of customer technical problems