My name is Fernando Morales and I am a passionate structural engineering graduate from the University of California San Diego with a focus on civil structures. I want to apply my engineering skills to contribute to the ongoing advancements in construction and civil engineering. This includes improving the reliability of testing and safety of structures. I am skilled at developing two- and three-dimensional construction drawings using AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS; I create CAD drawings of floor plans and street layouts. While in school, I participate in annual Designathons with a team to develop a tactical urbanization solution for problems affecting micro-mobility users on campus; in early 2020 my team was awarded the complete streets award.
In five years, I see myself working for a civil engineering firm that has a great culture and embraces great core values. I see myself seeking a professional license in structural engineering by taking the Principles and Practice of Engineering Exam. I invest my time in learning to be financially secure, confident, and free. My goal is to become financially confident so I can support and honor my family for everything they do for me. I would not be pursuing my goals in structural engineering if it were not for the loving support of my parents.