Brian Alverson
Gatesville,TX
Summary
Innovative instructor skilled in CAD and Mechanical Drafting. For the last two decades I have had a variety of drafting positions including Civil, Structural and Mechanical areas. I have worked with Autodesk Revit and have become an expert in the most advanced drafting software in the industry including Autodesk Inventor and SolidWorks. With my teacher education and teaching experience and extensive drafting experience, I am well situated to be able to better prepare students for the rigors of the high-tech and rapidly changing engineering field.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teaching
Weber State University
Ogden, UT
01.1998 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop engaging lessons for CAD, Mechanical Drafting, and Architectural Drafting Courses.
- Assessed student progress through a range of measures, including formative and summative assessments.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
Instructor
Ogden-Weber Applied Technology College
Ogden, UT
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Taught college level students in CAD, Mechanical Drafting, and Architectural Drafting courses.
- Mentored students to improve skills and support career development goals.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions using industry-standard equipment and tools.
Drafting / Engineering Instructor
Clearfield High School
Clearfield, UT
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Taught Basic Drafting, CAD, Engineering courses using SolidWorks.
- Trained on and implemented the Project Lead The Way engineering curriculum, developing lesson plans and activities.
- Developed lesson plans for engineering concepts and principles.
- Facilitated discussions on engineering ethics and professional practices.
- Assisted students in using engineering software and tools effectively.
- Supported students in preparing for engineering competitions and challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Teacher Education
Utah State University
Logan, UT06-1998
Associate of Applied Science - Design Graphics
Weber State University
Ogden, UT06-1996
Skills
- CAD software
- Mechanical drafting
- Architectural drafting
- Lesson planning
- Engineering curriculum
- Student assessment
- Course development
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Technical training
Certification
- Certified SolidWorks Professional
- CSWP certification in Advanced Drawings
- CSWP certification in Advanced Weldments
- CSWP certification in Advanced Sheet Metal.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructor
Ogden-Weber Applied Technology College
01.2004 - 01.2006
Drafting / Engineering Instructor
Clearfield High School
01.2000 - 01.2006
Student Teaching
Weber State University
01.1998 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Teacher Education
Utah State University
Associate of Applied Science - Design Graphics
Weber State University
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