Vanicha McQueen

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What in your life drew you to your current field of study?

My two favorite subjects in school were math and science.

What do you hope your students gain from studying or working with you?

I hope my students will gain skills and knowledge that will prepare them for a career in the maritime industry.

What are you passionate about in your personal life?

I will always be a "student" for continuous learning and hard work are the keys to success.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Marine Engineering, United States Merchant Marine Academy, 1988

Associate of Science, Drafting and Design Technology, Santa Fe Community College, 2001

Licenses and Certificates

• USCG Chief Engineer, Motor and Gas Turbine, Limited-1600 Gross Tons
• USCG First Assistant Engineer, Steam and Gas Turbine, Unlimited
• USCG Third Assistant Engineer, Motor, Unlimited
• Project Management Professional, PMP

Grants and Fellowships

• Project Management Institute – Clear Lake Bay Area Chapter
• United States Capitol Page Alumni Association

Professional Appointments

• G and H Towing, Chief Engineer, Marine engine room operations and maintenance, 2015-2018, full time
• APM Terminals, Maintenance and Repair Manager, Supervised maintenance crew responsible for container port machinery, 2012-2015, full time  
• Texas Department of Transportation, Chief Engineer, Marine engine operations and maintenance,   2004-2015, full time/part time
• SBM-Atlantia,  Marine Engineer, Package and design engineer of offshore facilities, 2006-2007, full time
• Chevron Shipping Company, Assistant Engineer, Marine engine room operations and maintenance, 1990-1997, full time
• Texaco Shipping Company , Assistant Engineer, Marine engine room operations and maintenance, 1989-1990, full time
• American Heavy Lift Shipping Company, Assistant Engineer, Marine engine room operations and maintenance, 1988-1989, full time