Terrance Buckley
Bolingbrook,IL
Summary
As a seasoned HVACR educator and former facility engineer with a proven track record at College of DuPage, enhancing student engagement and academic performance through innovative curriculum development and impactful hands-on lab management. My dedication to lab safety, strong problem-solving abilities, and hybrid teaching style, through the use of the Socratic method, foster academic growth while maintaining high standards of academic integrity. Demonstrating exceptional academic advising skills and participating in student outreach events has led to consistent growth of the HVACR department in recent years.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Professor, HVACR
College of DuPage
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
- Inspired critical thinking skills among students by fostering a learning environment that encouraged open-mindedness, curiosity, and intellectual exploration.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Active participant in Division Curriculum Committee and the Faculty Technology Advisory Committee.
Adjunct Faculty Instructor, HVACR
College of DuPage
08.2015 - 08.2022
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to improve their critical thinking skills.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating real-world examples into lectures and labs.
- Developed modern hands on labs to give students real world experience in a safe setting.
- Design and build lab training equipment allowing for customization and adaptation to different learning styles to enhance student comprehension.
Facility Engineer
Steel Family Rel Estate LLC
01.2012 - 12.2022
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of machinery, HVACR equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems to ensure proper operation and extended equipment life.
- Preformed troubleshooting and implemented repair of equipment to reduce downtime.
- Developed safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents and
- Collaborated with the village building department maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
- Established relationships and worked with suppliers to keep day to day operations running smoothly and keep operating costs to a minimum.
K A Steel Chemicals
Facility Engineer
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Analyzed problems and took action to ensure reliable operation of HVACR equipment preventing breakdown.
- Established and implement life-safety procedures leading to a safer work environment.
- Hired and trained employees in proper standards to increase productivity.
- Assessed state of all mechanical equipment throughout buildings and improved efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Management
Valley City State University
Valley City, ND05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - HVACR Contractor
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL08-2024
Associate of Applied Science - HVACR Facility Maintenance Mechanic
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL08-2023
Associate of Applied Science - HVACR Service Technician
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL12-2022
Certificate - HVACR Service Technician
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL12-2015
Certificate - Stationary Operators Certificate
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05-2015
Skills
- Lab safety
- Student engagement
- Academic advising
- Technology-based curriculum
- Curriculum development
- Course design
- Lab management
- Academic advising
- Student outreach
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Universal EPA 608 Certificate
- Trane Variable Referent Flow (VRF) Certified
- Bell & Gossett Modern Hydronic Heating Systems Advanced Training
- Forklift operator safety certified
Timeline
Assistant Professor, HVACR
College of DuPage
08.2022 - Current
Adjunct Faculty Instructor, HVACR
College of DuPage
08.2015 - 08.2022
Facility Engineer
Steel Family Rel Estate LLC
01.2012 - 12.2022
K A Steel Chemicals
Facility Engineer
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Universal EPA 608 Certificate
- Trane Variable Referent Flow (VRF) Certified
- Bell & Gossett Modern Hydronic Heating Systems Advanced Training
- Forklift operator safety certified
Bachelor of Applied Science - Management
Valley City State University
Associate of Applied Science - HVACR Contractor
College of DuPage
Associate of Applied Science - HVACR Facility Maintenance Mechanic
College of DuPage
Associate of Applied Science - HVACR Service Technician
College of DuPage
Certificate - HVACR Service Technician
College of DuPage
Certificate - Stationary Operators Certificate
College of DuPage
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