Cameron Ward Email & Phone Number

Ottawa, Canada Area

Kanata

• Rewrote existing user documentation package for the OEM Live Audio Networking line of products to accurately reflect current product capabilities and improve readability• Created and implemented a test plan for 2 AES67 compliant Live Audio Networking products and their variations, leading to improved software quality• Performed tests on prototype software builds to assist developers in characterizing and fixing bugs• Characterized PTP (Precision Timing Protocol) performance of a… Show more • Rewrote existing user documentation package for the OEM Live Audio Networking line of products to accurately reflect current product capabilities and improve readability• Created and implemented a test plan for 2 AES67 compliant Live Audio Networking products and their variations, leading to improved software quality• Performed tests on prototype software builds to assist developers in characterizing and fixing bugs• Characterized PTP (Precision Timing Protocol) performance of a virtual audio-conferencing solution by conducting research, creating a test setup and collecting measurements• Set up and operated networking gear including a PTP Grandmaster and an Arista Universal Leaf switch• Awarded co-op student of the term from a pool of 10 students Show less

Ottawa, Canada Area

• Proved viability of HDMI interface on the Altera Arria 10 development kit using an example design• Analyzed waveforms and debugged logic using FPGA simulation tools such as Synopsys and DVE• Verified functionality on the FPGA and debugged functional errors using Signal Tap - a Quartus tool • Modified Verilog example design to work with existing logic blocks• Developed Verilog logic with a team on a common code base and successfully merged in changes using branches and… Show more • Proved viability of HDMI interface on the Altera Arria 10 development kit using an example design• Analyzed waveforms and debugged logic using FPGA simulation tools such as Synopsys and DVE• Verified functionality on the FPGA and debugged functional errors using Signal Tap - a Quartus tool • Modified Verilog example design to work with existing logic blocks• Developed Verilog logic with a team on a common code base and successfully merged in changes using branches and submodules• Assessed issues reported in Coveloz bug log and resolved bugs in existing products• Provided development support by testing builds in the lab and working with senior developers to debug• Conducted Product verification work, testing prototype builds to ensure bug free releases Show less

Ottawa, Canada Area

• Developed Automated Testing Device to test IO port on Ross Video flagship switcher Acuity using a raspberry pi microcomputer• Consulted with product verification team to determine specifications and developed tester to suit their needs• Created the testing unit using a raspberry pi, python, TCL, JavaScript, HTML and network sockets • Successfully tested Acuity switchers with the device and returned reports which were valuable to the Acuity Development team• Conducted… Show more • Developed Automated Testing Device to test IO port on Ross Video flagship switcher Acuity using a raspberry pi microcomputer• Consulted with product verification team to determine specifications and developed tester to suit their needs• Created the testing unit using a raspberry pi, python, TCL, JavaScript, HTML and network sockets • Successfully tested Acuity switchers with the device and returned reports which were valuable to the Acuity Development team• Conducted self-directed learning on the Linux operating system, Python programming, networking and the Raspberry Pi micro computer• Assisted hardware designer with prototyping modifications on preproduction boards for the Ross Video Graphite product by soldering and taking measurements in the lab• Assisted on the Ross Video Graphite project team by building test units, running thermal tests, learning AGILE and organizing information for CSA testing. Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

• Worked on the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit Tunnel as assistant to senior surveyors• Performed layout with a senior field engineer facilitating the creation of a dirt removal system for the Tunnel Boring Machine over the course of 5 weeks, enabling faster layout which conformed to the tight schedule of the project• Installed prisms, tripods and other surveying equipment enabling accurate measurements to be taken quickly while overcoming the challenges of surveying in an active… Show more • Worked on the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit Tunnel as assistant to senior surveyors• Performed layout with a senior field engineer facilitating the creation of a dirt removal system for the Tunnel Boring Machine over the course of 5 weeks, enabling faster layout which conformed to the tight schedule of the project• Installed prisms, tripods and other surveying equipment enabling accurate measurements to be taken quickly while overcoming the challenges of surveying in an active work zone• Completed Traverse to set up a control network throughout the tunnels while keeping measurements within the standard tolerance of 1cm per km• Operated surveying equipment enabling faster completion of As-Built model which was integral to the further planning of the project• Documented and maintained records of tunnel segment repair allowing senior engineers to approve them quickly Show less