Graduate Student at Georgia Tech
Greater New York City Area
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- Graduate Research Assistant at Georgia Institute of Technology
- Past
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- Research Assistant at ITRE
- Intern, America 2050 at Regional Plan Association
- Fulbright Student at Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology
- Research Assistant at North Carolina State University
- Intern at CMX
- Education
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- Georgia Institute of Technology
- North Carolina State University
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Donald Katz’s Summary
Graduate in civil engineering concentrating on transportation planning and design. Experience in transportation and structural design and assessment, and research on truck networks and urban bus riding. Interested in megapolitans, regional growth, urban planning, highway networks, and mapping.
Donald Katz’s Specialties:
AutoCAD, Civil3D, ArcGIS, Microsoft Access, engineering software, field research, data collection
Donald Katz’s Experience
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Graduate Research Assistant
Georgia Institute of Technology
(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)
August 2009 — Present (4 months)
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Research Assistant
ITRE
(Educational Institution; Civil Engineering industry)
April 2009 — August 2009 (5 months)
Researched new techniques for pavement markings that improved nighttime wet visibility for drivers. Involved with the site selection, data collection, and report writing of a field evaluation of the new paint system. Cameras were used to record drivers' reactions in work zones to the normal and treatment pavement markings, and examined for lane line encroachments.
Headed up data collection efforts on a study of access management techniques across North Carolina. Focus was on surveying businesses on corridors in which a median had been recently installed to see the effect it had on customer flow and access. -
Intern, America 2050
Regional Plan Association
(Non-Profit; Architecture & Planning industry)
November 2008 — February 2009 (4 months)
As part of the team working on the America 2050 project, we are involved in developing a plan that will prepare the country for the infrastructure demands of a growing population and a new economy. With a specific project on high speed rail in the northeast corridor, I will work to meet the needs of the people through proper investment in new technology. I am creating a feasibility assessment and gathering input from stakeholders who have vested interests in a new rail line.
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Fulbright Student
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology
(Civil Engineering industry)
December 2007 — September 2008 (10 months)
Researching crowded buses in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Evaluating urban transportation systems through the analysis of bus usage patterns during periods when overcrowded conditions are prevalent. Exploring the effect a society with gender exclusivity has on women bus riders and seating patterns. Also examining internal bus dynamics and the changes caused by overcrowding.
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Research Assistant
North Carolina State University
(Educational Institution; 10,001 or more employees; Higher Education industry)
August 2006 — May 2007 (10 months)
Created profiles on truck movements between state regions for different truck weights and classes. The visual display of these profiles served a critical role in attaining additional project funding.
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Intern
CMX
(Privately Held; 1001-5000 employees; Civil Engineering industry)
May 2004 — August 2006 (2 years 4 months)
Designed structural systems for new and existing structures, including historical rehabilitation. Inspected modern highway bridges and centuries-old structures for deficiencies and areas for repair. Wrote reports detailing inspections and suggested changes.
Donald Katz’s Education
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Georgia Institute of Technology
M.S. , Civil Engineering , 2009 — 2011 (expected)
Transportation Engineering
- Activities and Societies:
- Georgia Tech Crew, ITE,
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North Carolina State University
B.S. , Civil Engineering , 2003 — 2007
- Activities and Societies:
- NC State Rowing Team, ITE Student Chapter, Krispy Kreme Challenge
Additional Information
Donald Katz’s Websites:
Donald Katz’s Interests:
bridges, interstate highways, road networks, maps, skyscrapers, rowing, running, weight lifting, bicycling, kubb, bocce ball, backgammon
Donald Katz’s Groups:
ITE
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North Carolina State University Alumni Group
Donald Katz’s Honors:
• Dwight D. Eisenhower Graduate Fellowship, 2009
• Recipient of Fulbright Scholarship for Bangladesh, 2007 – 2008.
• Park Scholarship – Awarded most prestigious full four-year merit scholarship to NC State, 2003 – 2007.
• Led Rowing Club as President to win NC State Club Sport of the Year, 2006 – 2007.
• Eagle Scout, 2002.
• Southeastern Transportation Center – University of Tennessee, Scholarship, 2006.
