I am competent in all aspects of precision engineering in particular surface modification using plasma, ion beams, diffusion or mechanical removal.Before returning to higher education I had extensive management, operation, design and construction experience in multiutility industriesI have a fully equipped workshop and well developed fabrication skills.As a hobby I have built 8 houses and numerous other buildings, largely without assistance, which helped hone my adaptive approach to problem solvingSpecialties: Creative solutions to recurring problems