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Today is: Saturday, June 03rd, 2023. [♥ (¯'·._.·[♠♥ Carol A. Harstad, MSIS ♥♠]·._.·'¯) ♥] [♥ Last Updated: 9/11/2022 ♥] Welcome to my website. My name is Carol, the webmistress of this site. This site was created using HTML, CSS, PHP & MySQL. "Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies." ~ Aristotle |
Welcome to my online resume. Please feel free to look around.
Acquire a position in a stable organization where my skills, knowledge, and contributions are the basis for opportunities of advancement.
Active DoD top secret clearance. Enterprise Architect/Systems Engineer with many years of experience in supervisory, full system life cycle, designing and developing PC simulation software, applications, and web sites using several scripting and programming languages. I completed my master’s degree in Software Engineering Management with a GPA of 3.917. My skills include systems engineering, software engineering, business process reengineering, process improvement, project management, writing/maintaining technical documentation and user manuals, coding, and requirements management.
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Strayer University, Washington, DC
Degree: Masters Degree
Completion Date: 09/21/2009
Major: Information Systems, Software Engineering Management
Cumulative GPA: 3.917
Summa Cum Laude
Degree: Bachelors Degree
Major: Computer Information Systems, Programming
Cumulative GPA: 3.675
Cum Laude
Degree: Associates Degree
Major: Computer Information Systems, Programming
Cumulative GPA: 3.80
Magna Cum Laude
Degree: Diploma
Major: Computer Information Systems, Programming
Cumulative GPA: 4.0
Summa Cum Laude
Defense Acquisition University
Miscellaneous Courses:
ACQ 101 – Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management, June 2018
ISA 101 – Information System Acquisition, September 2018
ISA 220 – Risk Management Framework (RMF), September 2018
ENG 101 – Fundamentals of Systems Engineering, November 2018
CLE 074 – Cybersecurity throughout DoD Acquisition, November 2018
CLE 004 – Introduction to Lean Enterprise Concepts, November 2018
CLR 101 – Intro to the Joint Capabilities Integration & Development System, November 2018
RQM 110 – Core Concepts for Requirements Management, December 2018
HBS 434 – Process Improvement, May 2019
Alison (Free Online Learning), Diploma, Project Management, 2016
Swinburne University of Technology, Certificate, Concepts in Game Development, 2016
Massachussetts Institute of Technology, MIT OpenCourseware (OCW), Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, 2014
Stanford University of Medicine, Certificate, Writing in the Sciences, 2012
Stanford University of Medicine, Certificate, Human Computer Interaction, 2012
Stanford University of Medicine, Certificate, Introduction to Logic, 2012
Paralegal Studies, PCDI, Norcross, Georgia, 2002-2003
SBT Programming Certification, Georgia, October 1997
Priorities & Time Management - Seminar, Crystal City, Virginia
Project Management - Seminar, Crystal City, Virginia
Alpha Chi Honor Society, Lifetime member
Employee of the Month, Carley Corporation, 2014
Notary Public, State of Florida, 2009-2013
Florida Notary Association Member, 2009-2013
IEEE, Member, 2006-2013
Notary Public, Commonwealth of Virginia, 1990-1998 & 2003-2007
Girl Scouts of America - Heart of Florida Council, Previous Leader of Troop #388, Junior Girl Scouts, 2006-2007
Non-Traditional Student Role Model, Previous, Woodbridge Senior High School
VICA, Previous President, Woodbridge Senior High School
VICA, Previous Treasurer, Virginia District V
VICA, Previous Secretary, Woodbridge Senior High School, Automotive Section
VICA, 2nd Place, Mechanical Drafting, Regional Championships
VICA, 1st Place, Opening and Closing Ceremonies, District V Chapter
VICA, 1st Place, Mechanical Drafting, District V Chapter
(NOTE: VICA is now known as SkillsUSA)
Available upon request
Carol A. Harstad
Kissimmee, Florida 34759
(989) 278-8483
[♥ About Me ♥]
I am 54 and mother to four wonderful children - ages 26, 25, 21 & 14 and grandmother to Damien, Lilly, and Arlani. I graduated with my MASTERS degree in Software Engineering Management and a 3.917 GPA. My heritage is Cherokee Indian, English, Irish, German, Norwegian and French. (Wouldn't that make me a Cheroglish Irigerwegianench?). I am 5'2" with red hair and green eyes. I am left handed and love pyrography (woodburning), soapmaking, baking, cooking, glass etching, playing the flute, drawing, writing, computer programming, and web design. My favorite foods are sushi, pasta, seafood, and steak.
An interesting fact about me: I have flown a plane!! It was one of those two person types, and my friend showed me how it was done, and I did it! When I lived in Ocala, I flew from Ocala to Gainesville, then down to Orlando, and back to Ocala. Of course, he landed the plane, but it was the most awesomest (is that even a word?) experience EVER!
Another interesting fact: On July 19, 2007, I was struck by lightening. I stopped by Walmart on my way home from work for some groceries. When I went in, it was a bit cloudy. When I came out, the skies were very dark and it was starting to rain. I put up the umbrella and started rolling the basket to the van. When I was a few feet from the van, the lightening hit the umbrella!! It came down the shaft of the umbrella and was circling around my hand and wrist. It basically looked like a spiraling blue and white spark that lasted for maybe 10-15 seconds. I was so awestruck by what was happening that I just froze while watching. I didn't realize what actually happened until it stopped. By the time I figured out what happened, I freaked out, and hurriedly threw the groceries into the van and left. That night, I had things I needed to do for work, and was going to work at home. I mentioned to my boss what happened, and he insisted I go to the emergency room. At that time, I felt fine. Mom agree'd with him and wouldn't let up about it, so I went to the emergency room. They x-ray'd my hand and arm and said that nothing was broken. They said I was VERY lucky. So, I went back home, and started working on my stuff. Well, don't you know within a few hours, I was in PAIN!!! My arm felt like someone squashed it in a vice grip, and my head felt like it was about to explode. Worst headache I ever had. Worse than any migraine I've ever experienced, not that I've had many, but have on occasion.
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![]() ---- Ozzy ---- Black Sabbath ---- Marilyn Manson ---- Pantera ---- Type O Negative ---- Fear Factory ---- Machine Head ---- Powerman 5000 ---- Coal Chamber ---- Slo Burn ---- Drain sth ---- downset ---- Neurosis ---- Vision of Disorder |
![]() ---- 311 ---- Metallica ---- Soundgarden ---- The Ramones ---- Rancid ---- Shaolin Monks ---- Screaming Trees ---- Psychotica ---- Devo ---- Cheap Trick ---- Rage Against the Machine ---- Cocteau Twins ---- Waylon Jennings ---- Violent Femmes ---- The Tea Party ---- Wu Tang Clan ---- Steve Earle |
Jose Armando Quiles, M.B.A. - Senior Systems Engineer Embedded with Expertise in Project Management (linkedin.com)
Carol is a very detail oriented instructional designer and systems analyst. She is one of the most responsible and reliable individuals I had the chance to supervise. Fast learner and capable of performing multiple roles with accuracy, detail, and requires very little guidance. She will be a great asset to any company she works for.
Tim Davis - Experienced Instructional Designer, Interaction Designer, Business Analyst, Software Tester, and Computer Programmer (linkedin.com)
Carol is a highly productive worker with a diversified set of skills that have proven to be very beneficial to the team. I have had the pleasure of working with Carol as her Lead from 2011 through 2014. I am impressed with Carol’s organizational, technical, and instructional design skills. When Carol joined the team, she quickly became knowledgeable of complex systems and took ownership of the products for which she was responsible for delivering. Carol contributed many creative and effective solutions to process and project challenges which contributed to the success of our projects. I highly recommend her.
Michael Feher - Systems Engineer at AVT Simulation (linkedin.com)
Carol has grown in the years that I've known her to move beyond simple coding assignments to a full-fledged systems analyst. She understands the concepts of assimilating complex systems into requirements and turning those requirements into designs and other artifacts to help a software simulation team get on their feet and get to implementation. I am impressed with Carol's friendly and helpful demeanor, her dedication to get her job done, and her willingness and curiosity to ask questions. In short, I would recommend Carol to any organization looking for help in the systems analyst/systems engineering realm--she is a valuable team asset.
James Leach - Instructional Designer at Carley Corporation (linkedin.com)
I have worked with Carol for over 2 years and find her attention to detail, in turn provides high quality products. She has taught me Systems Analysis in respect to PC Simulation development and also has excelled in Instructional Systems Design at Carley.
Daniel Friedman - Management Consultant at GAI Consultants, Inc. (linkedin.com)
Carol is a hard-working, dedicated individual who is able to learn quickly and adapt easily to any situation. While working with Carol, I personally witnessed many times where she would take initiative and solve a task by thinking outside the box. Carol is an asset to any team or company.
Daniel Friedman - 10/5/2009 - www.naymz.com - Carol was a great member of my operations team at Channel Intelligence. She constantly displayed hard work, dedication, enthusiam, and creative thinking in all her endeavors. She also took the lead on several occasions and helped navigate difficult circumstances and create unique solutions. I highly recommend Carol to anyone looking for an asset to their team.
Charles Neal - 8/11/2008 - Facebook - Carol, what a fantastic website. Already I can see it is so expressive of you, who you are, and what you believe--done very creatively, with great sensitivity and candor while expressing your own lovely and profound beliefs that I have already seen surfacing on Facebook. Congratulations.
Hattie Mitchell - 8/10/2008 - Facebook - Took a look at your website and it looks good. I wish I had the same talents as you do....
How to make a Carol
Ingredients:Joey is now 1 year old. (1 year, 1 month, 6 days) (October 10, 2009)
Here's the latest update to "Project Peanut". I have surprisingly kept up quite well with this project. I originally thought I'd slack off after a couple of months, but I haven't! Yay me!!!! I wish I started this when my other children were born. Then I'd have expenses all the way through age 13. That's okay, this will take many years to accomplish, and I just hope I can keep it up.
Out of Pocket Total: $6,626.27
Final formula totals accounted for $1,586.82, and the on-going diaper total is $386.31.
What will interesting is when Joey starts eating table food. I'll try to (as much as possible) account for his portion, but that will be a little difficult. He's still mostly eating toddler food.
Another thing to mention that shouldn't be forgotten, is Joey's portion of water, utilities, bed space, gasoline for baby related trips, etc. Obviously, with a baby, those things go up a little because of bath's, bottles, washing clothes, batteries for toys and his swing, and everything else. However, at this time, I don't think it's worth it to try to figure out that stuff.
Medical Billed: $34,302.46 (of which $479.30 was paid by Carol, rest paid by insurance)