Taylor Chapman
About Taylor Chapman
Taylor Chapman serves as an Introduction to Engineering Peer Tutor at Yale University, where they have worked since 2019. They have held various roles in engineering and research, including internships and leadership positions, while studying Electrical Engineering and Energy Studies.
Work at Yale University
Taylor Chapman has held multiple roles at Yale University, contributing to various academic and research initiatives. Currently, Chapman serves as an Introduction to Engineering Peer Tutor, a position held since 2019. Previous roles include working as an Air Pollution Detector Researcher and Technician in 2019, where Chapman conducted research in Dublin, Ireland, and as an Optoelectronics Summer Researcher for two months in New Haven. Additionally, Chapman worked as an Academic Strategies First-Generation and Low Income Peer Mentor from 2020 to 2021, supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
Education and Expertise
Taylor Chapman studied at Yale University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (ABET) and Energy Studies from 2018 to 2022. Prior to this, Chapman completed an Associate of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology at Horry-Georgetown Technical College from 2017 to 2018. In 2020, Chapman participated in a Semester Exchange program at University College Dublin, focusing on Power and Energy Systems. This educational background has equipped Chapman with a strong foundation in engineering principles and energy systems.
Professional Experience
Taylor Chapman has gained diverse professional experience in engineering and research roles. In 2021, Chapman interned at AVANGRID as a Smart Grid Innovation and Planning Engineering Intern for two months. Additionally, Chapman worked as a researcher at the UCD Energy Institute in 2020 for three months. During this time, Chapman utilized GIS tools to identify solar PV customers for a monitoring and control demonstration project and conducted User Acceptance Testing for the Vegetation Management portal.
Leadership Roles and Involvement
Taylor Chapman has demonstrated leadership through various roles in student organizations. As Co-President of QuestBridge at Yale from 2018 to 2021, Chapman played a key role in supporting first-generation college students. Furthermore, Chapman served as Co-Chairman of the Yale Student Branch of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers from 2020 to 2021, fostering collaboration and engagement among engineering students.
Research Contributions
Taylor Chapman has contributed to significant research projects during academic and internship experiences. At Yale University, Chapman worked on air pollution detection and optoelectronics research. While at AVANGRID, Chapman updated the user guide for the Estimated Time of Restoration portal and contributed to the Emergency Response plan. These experiences reflect a commitment to advancing knowledge in engineering and environmental sustainability.