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MY SKILLS & CAPABILITIES
 Computer literate in common software for word processing, spreadsheets, E-mail and Internet browsing. I am also familiar with MS PowerPoint and Engineering drafting on AutoCAD version 14. As part of my degree I have learnt C++, JAVA, MATLAB and Assembler programming languages and the PIC family of micro-controllers. I have also completed an introductory course in Programmable logic controllers. I am also competent in using PSpice and software for electric circuit analysis. I have a basic knowledge of hardware description language (VHDL).

 Designing basic pneumatic systems and selecting appropriate pneumatic components.

 Practical, mechanical skills gained from a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and from production mechanic courses on some of the principal Can manufacturing machines.

PERSONAL DETAILS
Surname: Gondwe
First names: Mkhuzi Leyton
Age: 25 years
Born: 28 June 1976 in Blantyre, Malawi
Gender: Male
Nationality: Citizen of both Malawi and South Africa
Languages: English (first language), Chichewa
(first language) and basic Afrikaans
Driver’s license: South African. Code EB (light,
passenger vehicles)
Residential & postal address: 3 Ian road
Rondebosch 7700
Cape Town
South Africa
Telephone number: + 27 21 674 2892

EDUCATIONAL HISTORY
TERTIARY EDUCATION:
1. Institution: University of Cape Town (South Africa)
Period: February 1999 until present (September
2001)
Degree: B.Sc. (Eng.) in Electrical Engineering
Present level of study: Third year

2. Institution: Peninsula Technikon (Bellville, South
Africa)
Period: January 1994 until November 1997
Qualification obtained: National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.

WORK EXPERIENCE
1- Employer: Foodcan, a manufacturer of Cans for
containing foodstuffs
Location: Cape Town and Paarl, South Africa
Period of employment: June 1987 to February 1999 on
a full-time basis
Position: Trainee Mechanical Technician

Summary of Work Activities:
I was employed full time and my work was mainly done as projects. The main project involved resolving certain continual production problems with a particular Can manufacturing process. As part of the project, I learnt all the quality assurance aspects of the product (the Can) and of the materials used in that particular manufacturing process. Also, I learnt basic statistical process control and learnt the design, operation and maintenance of the production machines used for that manufacturing process. With that training, I began producing a solution for one of two materials used in the process. In handling this project, I interacted with the suppliers of Can manufacturing equipment and raw materials as well as personnel in almost every department of the company. This interaction with various parties led me to improve my communication skills.

2- Employer: Department of Extra Mural studies -
University of Cape Town
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Period of employment: 15th November 1999 to 27th
January 2000
Position: Summer school assistant
Main activities: Processing Summer School
registrations, dealing with customer
queries (telephonically & in person),
assisting in supervising at
lecture venues.

3-Employer: University of Chicago – African
Civilizations study abroad Program
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Period of employment: 5th February to 7th March 2001
Position: Student mentor
Main activities: Helping the visiting American
students to adjust to life in Cape
Town; Advising them on places of
cultural & social interest;
Being on hand in case of emergencies.

INTERESTS
 I frequently play Basketball and Volleyball because I enjoy the social interaction, teamwork and competitive challenges that are involved in playing these sports. I also like to keep fit through exercising at the gym.

 I enjoy reading books and magazines of a technical nature (e.g. “Computer” magazine). I find this very helpful for broadening my technical knowledge and for keeping me informed of developments in my chosen field of study (Electronics Engineering). Reading these books is also helping me to make informed choices about my career direction within Electronics.

 I like to travel because I delight in experiencing new places and cultures, and interacting with new people. Also, I appreciate nature and I take every opportunity to visit countryside areas.

REFERENCES
1-Dr Colin Darch, B.A.(Hons.), M.A.(Oxon.), Ph.D.(Bradford), A.L.A.
Chief Research Officer
Chancellor Oppenheimer Library
University of Cape Town Private Bag
Rondebosch 7700
Cape Town
South Africa
Telephone: +27 21 650 3107
E-mail: darch@uctlib.uct.ac.za

2- Ms Ingrid Fiske
Director
Center for Extra-mural studies
University of Cape Town
Private Bag Rondebosch
Cape Town
South Africa
Telephone: +27 21 650 2888
E-mail: ing@education.uct.ac.za