ABDULLAH BALAASAM

Flat 1001 , 2 Masshouse Lane, Birmingham, Westmidlands B5 5JF

Cell: 07719757532

Abdullah-b@hotmail.co.uk

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Place of Birth: Hadramout, Yemen Date of Birth: 5th of February, 1993 Present Resident in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Sex: Male

SUMMARY

Third year student at Birmingham City University studying Computer Networks & Security and seeking an industrial placement position that will allow me to expand both my language and IT skills, use my written and verbal communication and afford me the opportunity to build on my relevant work experience.

LANGUAGES

Arabic (Native) English (fluent)

CERTIFICATIONS

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Birmingham City University / BSc (Hons) Computer Networks & Security. (expected) 2014 -2017

-1st Year Modules:

� Computer System Technology � Data Analysis � Visual Programming � Professional Context Of Technology � Computer Networking Basics

-2nd Year Modules:

� Switched LANs and WANs � Open System � Management Of Engineering and Technology � Data Capture � Security Systems Theory

-3rd Year Modules:

� Individual Projects � Personal ID and Authentication Systems � Advanced Networking Technologies � Network Design and Management

Birmingham City University International College 2013 - 2014

� Interactive Learning Skills & Communication � Business Studies � ICT Skills � Numerical Techniques � Physics � Programming Techniques � Design Concept

*University Foundation Programme 2012-2013

� Information Technology � Further Computing � Mathematics � Quantitative Method � Accounting

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

I have Accomplished The Following:

- A Complete Business Plan - An Iconic Building Design Using Sketch-Up Software - Developed Java Grade Calculator Application - DevelopedJava Prime Numbers Application - Design and implementation of a middleware software application written in VB.NET for a low frequenc y RFID system used to authenticate and apply cryptographic functions to protect computer files. .

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

AL-BURGE JEWELLERY SHOP

Baish, Jizan

Sales Assistant / Cashier 03/2009 to 01/2011

Serving customers and dealing with their request. Cash handling on the check out and in the cashing up of tills. Dealing with customer queries, complaints and refunds on the customer service desk.

VOLUNTERY WORK

Scout Team (Volunteer)

In my final year in high school I lead one of the scout trips for students by a small scout company and I was responsible for organising all the trip's activities for 3 days. I gained a lot of experience by managing everything in the scout trip.

SKILLS

•Cisco Technologies

•Cash handling •Computer Networking •customer service •Data Analysis •Java •Linux •Matlab •MS Excel •MS Word •MS PowerPoint •Programming •Visual Basic

COMPETENCIES

•Planning and organisation •Communication skills developed through academic study •Able to do repetitive work •Team work •Initiative •Flexibility •A keen approach to learning

INTERESTS

During my spare time I enjoy relaxing and going out with family and friends. I also enjoy cooking, listening to music

and keeping up with current affairs. Furthermore, I have a keen interest in travel, playing football and reading.

REFERENCES

REFERENCES REFERENCES Available on request.