Alison Chan
BASc, MASc (Environmental Engineering): young professional seeking opportunities in the water industry.
- Location
- Toronto, Canada Area
- Industry
- Environmental Services
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Alison Chan's Overview
- Past
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- Wastewater Engineering (Independent Contractor) at ProTech GCS Inc.
- Graduate Researcher at University of Guelph
- Environmental Co-ordinator at Babcock & Wilcox Canada, Ltd.
- Environmental Engineering Student at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada
- Environmental Engineering Student at The Dow Chemical Company
- Environmental Engineering Student at Ontario Ministry of the Environment
- Education
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- University of Guelph
- University of Waterloo
- Recommendations
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3 people have recommended Alison
- Connections
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500+ connections
- Websites
Alison Chan's Summary
• Comprehension of municipal and industrial wastewater treatment; water treatment
• Excellent leadership, time management and organization skills in project management
• Superb communication and interpersonal skills as the founder and director of student jazz group
• Strong ability to work individually, and as a team worker contributing to group effectiveness
• Effective mentoring and communication skills through conducting tutorials/workshops; office hours
• Working knowledge of the ISO 14001 EMS; familiar with ISO 14064 (GHG management)
• Firm understanding of O. Reg. 346, 419, AERMOD Dispersion Modelling Software
• Proficiency in MS Office; typographical aptitude of 120 wpm; familiar with C++
Alison Chan's Skills & Expertise
- MS Office Suite
- Wastewater Treatment
- HTML + CSS
- Environmental Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Industrial Wastewater Treatment
- Able To Multi-task
- Team Leadership
- ISO 14001
- ISO 14064
- Project Engineering
- Research
- Teamwork
- Report Writing
- Water Treatment
- Sustainability
- Water Quality
- Pilot Plant
- Water Chemistry
- Process Engineering
Alison Chan's Experience
Wastewater Engineering (Independent Contractor)
ProTech GCS Inc.
September 2011 – December 2011 (4 months) Fresno, California Area
• On-site external consultant on a large California winery for a pilot scale wastewater treatment plant (aerobic & algal processes)
• Provided recommendations for optimal performance based on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Monitored, maintained and optimized pilot plant treating winery industrial effluent with focus on bioresource recovery
• Performed lab-scale experiments and literature review to determine solutions and understandings
• Developed protocols for testing and analysis of system; laboratory procedures and system maintenance
Graduate Researcher
University of Guelph
Educational Institution; 1001-5000 employees; Higher Education industry
September 2008 – February 2011 (2 years 6 months) Guelph
• Thesis title: "Use of Microalgae in Wastewater Treatment to Remove Contaminants and Purify Biogas"
• Please see "Education" below for more details.
Environmental Co-ordinator
Babcock & Wilcox Canada, Ltd.
Public Company; 51-200 employees; MDR; Oil & Energy industry
May 2007 – August 2007 (4 months) Cambridge, Ontario
• Conducted feasibility and Return On Investment (ROI) on implementation of ISO 14001 EMS
• Assessed compliance and regulatory laws and initiated steps to work towards compliance
• Performed gap analysis of current EMS to standard conformed to ISO 14001
• Developed initial work plans and ROI for programs as part of ISO 14001
• Researched and facilitated 3R opportunities in waste, water, and energy consumption
• Organized and implemented national ‘Commuter Challenge’ for company June 2007
Environmental Engineering Student
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada
Public Company; 5001-10,000 employees; Automotive industry
September 2006 – December 2006 (4 months) Cambridge, Ontario
• Implemented remote/mobile electronic system (PDAs) to perform environmental checks on location
• Redesigned and modified data confirmation system of thermal oxidizers and incinerators
• Assessed & updated Comprehensive Certificate of Approval (CofA) for submission to the MOE
• Prepared for ISO14001 audits for the Enhanced Environmental Management System (EEMS)
• Began implementation of a new information delivery system as part of the EEMS
Environmental Engineering Student
The Dow Chemical Company
Public Company; 10,001+ employees; DOW; Chemicals industry
January 2006 – April 2006 (4 months) Sarnia, Ontario
• Generated site wide emissions inventory utilizing engineering principles, PFDs and P&IDs
• Created CofA applications for emission sources of air and water/wastewater discharges
• Communicated with environmental specialists and plant engineers to develop emission scenarios
• Technical focus on air pollution/emissions, dispersion and modelling, Reg. 346 and AERMOD
Environmental Engineering Student
Ontario Ministry of the Environment
Government Agency; 10,001+ employees; Government Administration industry
May 2005 – August 2005 (4 months) Toronto, Ontario
• Reviewed and assessed facilities' production processes, practices and air emission control technologies
• Provided technical and research support on emission standards, policies and options
• Managed VOC data collection by assisting facilities to complete questionnaires
• Team player in multi-stakeholder project including consultants, industrial facilities/associations, MOE
• Summarized and compared Canadian and European Countries' environmental regulations
Alison Chan's Organizations
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University of Waterloo Engineering Jazz Band - With Respect to Time
Founder, Director, Musician- January 2005 to April 2008
• Executed a charity performance every 4 months; raised over $2000 with 200 guests (April 2008)
• Organized and coordinated weekly rehearsals, sectionals and performances for over 20 members
• Managed budgets greater than $1000 with expenses and income
• Promoted performances through a wide variety of media: website, posters, e-mail, advertisements
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Water Environmental Federation (WEF) - Young Professional Membership
- February 2012 to Present
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Water Environment Association of Ontario - Member
- February 2012 to Present
Alison Chan's Volunteer Experience & Causes
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Volunteer Experience
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Student Poster Competition - Committee Member
Growing the Margins Conference
- Environment
February 2012 – March 2012 (2 months)• Evaluated abstract submissions for acceptance to conference
• Mentor for students in poster development & presentation
• Assist with judging process on-site during conference (March 5-7, 2012)
Please visit http://www.gtmconference.ca
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Volunteer Interests
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Causes I care about:
- Civil Rights and Social Action
- Education
- Environment
- Health
- Human Rights
- Science and Technology
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Alison Chan's Education
University of Guelph
MASc, Environmental Engineering
2008 – 2011
• Researched the potential use of microalgae as a sustainable wastewater treatment option
• Teaching Assistant for Environmental Engineering Systems and Air Quality classes
• Related Courses: Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment, Pollution Prevention, Risk Assessment
Activities and Societies: University of Guelph Cycling Club
University of Waterloo
BASc, Chemical Engineering
2003 – 2008
4th Year Design Project: Designed & assessed a volatile organic compounds (VOCs) capture and concentration system for on-site energy production
Related Courses: Industrial Wastewater Treatment, Process Control, Equipment Sizing & Selection
Activities and Societies: Director & Founder of Engineering Jazz Band, Member of UW Stage Band
Alison Chan's Courses
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MASc, Environmental Engineering
University of Guelph
- Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment (ENGG 6680)
- Pollution Prevention (ENGG 6790)
- Risk Assessment (ENGG 6910)
- Industrial Microbiology (ENGG 6620)
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BASc, Chemical Engineering
University of Waterloo
- Industrial Wastewater Pollution Control (CHE 574)
- Contaminant Transport (ENVE 573)
- Environment: Regulations & Legal Issues (ENVE 391)
- Conservation & Resource Management of the Built Environment (GEOG 368)
- Introduction to Process Control (CHE 41)
- Process Equipment Sizing & Selection (CHE 45)
Alison Chan's Honors and Awards
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1st Place at Student Poster Competition
Growing the Margins Conference- February 2011
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Recipient of Paul Berg Memorial Award
University of Waterloo- April 2008
Leadership in extracurricular musical activities.
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Recipient of Dean's Graduate Scholarship (2008, 2009)
University of Guelph- September 2008
Alison Chan's Additional Information
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- Interests:
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road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, travelling
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- Honors and Awards:
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• Recipient of 1st place prize for Student Poster Competition at Growing the Margins Conference (2011)
• Oral Presenter at Canadian Association on Water Quality Conference (2011)
• Recipient of Dean’s Graduate Scholarship (2008, 2009)
• Recipient of Paul Berg Memorial Award for leadership in extracurricular musical activities (2008)
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