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Thomas G. Davis
6702 Dunes Lane
Temple Terrace, FL 33617
813-985-8457

EDUCATION
Over seven years of formal coursework providing a broad foundation in interdisciplinary problem solving with emphasis on structures, materials, and fluids. Strong computing background in numerical methods and mathematical modeling.
Considerable depth in applied mathematics with upper level and graduate coursework in multivariate calculus, vector analysis, linear algebra, complex analysis, partial differential equations, and graph theory.
Ph.D. degree, Civil and Environmental Engineering
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, 1998
M.S.C.E. degree, Civil Engineering and Mechanics
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, 1993
B.S.C.E. degree, Civil Engineering and Mechanics
minor in mathematics, summa cum laude
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, 1987
PUBLICATIONS
Davis, T. G. (2006). "Confidence regions for RTK GPS receivers." Metzger & Willard, Inc., Tampa, Fla.
Davis, T. and Kleder, M. (2006). "Confidence region radius." MATLAB Central File Exchange.
Davis, T. (2006). "SCS unit hydrograph convolution." MATLAB Central File Exchange.
Davis, T. (2005). "Moody diagram." MATLAB Central File Exchange.
Chang, J., and Davis, T. (2002). "Arrow3." MATLAB Central File Exchange.
Davis, T. G. (1999). "Total least-squares spiral curve fitting." J. Surv. Engrg., ASCE, 125(4), 159-176. [ Full Text ]
Davis, T. G. (1998). "Total least squares curve fitting," Ph.D. dissertation, University of South Florida, Tampa, Fla.
Davis, T. G., and Lin, S. (1996). "Discussion of 'Intersection of spiral curve with circle,' by Olcay Öztan, Orhan Baykal, Oguz Müftüoglu, and Muhammed Sahin." J. Surv. Engrg., ASCE, 122(4), 181-183. [ Full Text ]
Davis, T. G. (1996). "Discussion of 'Survey distance units: a better way,' by Larry E. Stanfel." J. Surv. Engrg., ASCE, 122(1), 42.
Davis, T. G. (1994). "Finite-element volumes." J. Surv. Engrg., ASCE, 120(3), 94-114. [ Full Text ]
Davis, T. G. (1993). "Finite element volumes," Master's thesis, University of South Florida, Tampa, Fla.
CERTIFICATION
Professional Surveyor and Mapper No. 5177, Florida, 1993
Professional Engineer No. 43261, Florida, 1990
3Com Ethernet dealer certification, Atlanta, GA, 1987
AutoCAD dealer certification, Sausalito, CA, 1986
EXPERIENCE
More than twenty years of progressively responsible experience in the support and management of business and technical systems emphasizing geometric design and automation.
Extensive experience in the application of mathematical analysis and computer programming to problems in civil engineering and land surveying.
Metzger & Willard, Tampa, FL
Vice President of Surveying, 2004-Date
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Instructor, 1998-2004
CLM/Systems, Tampa, FL
Applied Mathematician, 1990-1998
Tallamy, Van Kuren, Gertis & Associates, NY, PA, FL
Systems Engineer, 1987-1990
Advanced Microcomputer Solutions, Tampa, FL
Systems Analyst, 1985-1987
Eastes & Associates, Tampa, FL
Survey Technician, 1982-1985
Sprinkle Consulting Engineers, Lutz, FL
Civil Technician, 1979-1982
HONORS
SHPE True Leadership Award, USF, 2004
ASCE Instructor of the Year, USF, 2002, 2004
Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Scholarship, USF, 1997
University Graduate Fellowship, USF, 1995, 1996
Graduate Council Fellowship, USF, 1980
Graduate Registration Scholarship, USF, 1980
Clyde B. Hill Memorial Award, USF, 1980
Graduate Research Assistantship, USF, 1979
Member ASCE, 2000
Member Tau Beta Pi, USF, 1978
Member Phi Kappa Phi, USF, 1978