Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
University Projects
References
University Projects
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Chathushka Weerakkodige

Mechanical Engineering Graduate
12 Walker Place, Gosnells,WA

Summary

Mechanical Engineering graduate of Swinburne University of Technology that processes strong problem solving and Computer Aided Design skills in production, as well as experience with team management. I possess a keen interest in Thermodynamics, Fluid mechanics and 3d Modelling, Design and Manufacturing. I am a highly motivated and hardworking team player who is committed to using the required technical and communication skills in an organization with opportunities for development and career progression.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Intern

GreenCivilCon
, NSW
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Calculation of amount of stabilized sand, concrete and DGB requirements for pipe laying.
  • Assisting with estimation and calculation of bedding material and soil excavation
  • Calculation of Concrete requirements for different types of PITS and different sewer mains.
  • Price calculations of labor, material and manufacturing costs in piping.

Internship

UTE CAT
Wattala, Colombo
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Understanding of materials relating to hydraulic systems, valves, pumps, conductors, brake systems and lubrication systems in caterpillar machinery.
  • use of hand tools to assist in repairing caterpillar engines.
  • Assisting in diagnosing and troubleshooting issues in relation to caterpillar engines.
  • Gaining knowledge about the functionality of dampers, inlet and exhaust valves, fly wheels, cylinders, cam rocker arms and pumps.

Office Administrator

Kajashakthi International
Colombo
11.2011 - 02.2012
  • Developed standard operating procedures for all administrative employees.
  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Answered inquiries and addressed, resolved or escalated issues to management personnel to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping and other administrative functions.
  • Assisted with team building initiatives and overall support for maintenance of organizational culture and employee morale.

Education

Graduate Diploma - Project Management

ECA Institute
01.2022 - Current

Professional Year - Engineering

York Institute
Sydney, NSW
03.2020 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Mechanical

Swinburne University of Technology
Hawthorn, VIC
02.2015 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Engineering - Robotics & Mechatronics/Computer Science(Transfer)

Swinburne University of Technology
Sarawak, Kuching
01.2012 - 01.2015

G.C.E Adavance Levels (Cambridge) -

Wycherley International
Colombo
01.2010 - 12.2012

G.C.E Ordinary Level -

Wycherley International School
Colombo
01.2008 - 01.2010

Skills

Fabrication/ Prototyping - 3d Printing(Blender), Laser cutting

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Timeline

Intern

GreenCivilCon
01.2022 - 09.2022

Graduate Diploma - Project Management

ECA Institute
01.2022 - Current

Professional Year - Engineering

York Institute
03.2020 - 01.2021

Internship

UTE CAT
06.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Mechanical

Swinburne University of Technology
02.2015 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Engineering - Robotics & Mechatronics/Computer Science(Transfer)

Swinburne University of Technology
01.2012 - 01.2015

Office Administrator

Kajashakthi International
11.2011 - 02.2012

G.C.E Adavance Levels (Cambridge) -

Wycherley International
01.2010 - 12.2012

G.C.E Ordinary Level -

Wycherley International School
01.2008 - 01.2010

University Projects

Final Year Project ( Mar 2018– Dec 2018 )

  • Research and experimentation of recycling of lithium ion batteries both physically and chemically.


Gravity Car Race Challenge ( Jul 2017 - Nov 2017 )

  • Prototyping and designing of components based off fluid dynamics
  • Demonstration of group communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Construction of a gravity powered car with use of 3d printing and laser cutting.


Gearbox Project ( Mar 2017 - Jun 2017 )

  • Prototyping and designing the functionality of a gearbox with SolidWorks.
  • Mathematical analysis to determine gearbox efficiency ratios.
  • Laser cutting using acrylic
  • Fabrication of gearbox using 3d Printing.


Scooter CAD Modelling ( Mar 2016 - Jun 2016 )

  • Producing Engineering CAD drawings
  • Modelling and design of assembly parts using SolidWorks.
  • Stress testing of assembly components using FEA analysis with Ansys.



References

Dr. Professor M Akbar Rhamdhani - Deputy Chair Dept Mechanical and Product Design Engineering at Swinburne University, Hawthorne (Melbourne)

PhD, McMaster University, Canada; BEng (Hons), Institute Technology Bandung, Indonesia

Email: arhamdhani@swin.edu.au

Contact: +61-392148528


Bevan Tan, University Project Team Member

Swinburne University

Email: btan400@gmail.com

Contact: +61-422 037 206

University Projects

Final Year Project ( Mar 2018– Dec 2018 )

  • Research and experimentation of recycling of lithium ion batteries both physically and chemically.


Gravity Car Race Challenge ( Jul 2017 - Nov 2017 )

  • Prototyping and designing of components based off fluid dynamics
  • Demonstration of group communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Construction of a gravity powered car with use of 3d printing and laser cutting.


Gearbox Project ( Mar 2017 - Jun 2017 )

  • Prototyping and designing the functionality of a gearbox with SolidWorks.
  • Mathematical analysis to determine gearbox efficiency ratios.
  • Laser cutting using acrylic
  • Fabrication of gearbox using 3d Printing.


Scooter CAD Modelling ( Mar 2016 - Jun 2016 )

  • Producing Engineering CAD drawings
  • Modelling and design of assembly parts using SolidWorks.
  • Stress testing of assembly components using FEA analysis with Ansys.



References

Dr. Professor M Akbar Rhamdhani - Deputy Chair Dept Mechanical and Product Design Engineering at Swinburne University, Hawthorne (Melbourne)

PhD, McMaster University, Canada; BEng (Hons), Institute Technology Bandung, Indonesia

Email: arhamdhani@swin.edu.au

Contact: +61-392148528


Bevan Tan, University Project Team Member

Swinburne University

Email: btan400@gmail.com

Contact: +61-422 037 206

Chathushka WeerakkodigeMechanical Engineering Graduate