As Of January 1995
ADDRESSES/PHONE NUMBERS:
Office: Dept of Decision Sciences
Lundquist College of Business
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403
(503) 346-5105
FAX: (503) 346-3341
EMail: TIMB@OREGON.UOREGON.EDU
EDUCATION:
Ph.D. (ABD), Decision Sciences, University of Oregon,
Advanced to candidacy July 1993
Dissertation: "An Assessment of the Operation and Financial
Impacts on Companies of Quality Awards in the United States"
M.S., Operations Research, Oregon State University, June 1985< p> M.B.A., Santa Clara University, June 1975
M.S., Statistics, University of SW Louisiana, May 1973
Thesis: "An Application of Mathematical Programming to
Linear Regression Problems"
B.S., Mathematics, University of Portland, May 1971
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Graduate Teaching Fellow, September 1991--present
Dept of Decision Sciences, Lundquist College of Business,
University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
Taught three credit required undergraduate course in
Concept s of Production/Operations Management (POM),
used two different textbooks, continually improving course.
Taught three credit elective combined graduate/undergraduate
course in Total Quality Management (TQM) using textbook,
team projects, guest speakers, and case discussions.
Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies, June 1980--July 1983
South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD
Taught three credit American National Security course,
revised course twice, us ing two different textbooks.
Assistant Professor of Computer Science, January 1981--May 1982
South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD
Taught two credit course in FORTRAN Programming for
engineering students, using two different text books,
and provided instruction in school computing systems.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE:
Scientific Manager, July 1986--May 1991
Air Force Human Resources Laboratory, Brooks AFB, TX
Conducted research into acquisition of weapon sys tems, analysis
of Air Force occupations, decision modeling, econometric
analysis, data base integration, and cognitive job skills.
Managed $1.5 million annual research budget.
Loss Rate Analyst, September 1976--June 1980
Air Force Military Personnel Center, Bolling AFB, Washington DC
Developed major loss rate modeling system, programmed it, and
conducted analyses. Used in Air Force personnel budgeting
process for submission to Congress.
MANAGEMENT EXPERI ENCE:
Branch Chief, July 1986--May 1991
Air Force Human Resources Laboratory, Brooks AFB, TX
Supervised up to 20 research scientists, both military and
civilian including psychologists, operations research analysts
and computer programmers. Developed appraisals and performance
reports, handled disciplinary and hiring actions, and promoted
employee training programs.
Evaluation Team Leader, July 1987--July 1989
Air Force Human Systems Division, Brooks AFB, TX
Supervised team of 12 officer and enlisted evaluators.
Developed reports, documented quarterly inspections, and
coordinated with higher headquarters.
Cadet Training Supervisor, June 1982--July 1983
AFROTC Det 780, South Dakota Sta te University, Brookings, SD
Supervised military cadet training program. Ensured cadets
performed duties and mission. Established training program.
Satellite Team Chief, August 1972--August 1976
Air Force Satellite Control Facility, Sunnyvale AFS, CA
Supervised over 40 contractor personnel and military officers.
Conducted real-time satellite operations with multiple
coordination requirements.
MILITARY SERVICE:
United States Air Force, May 1971--May 1 991
Retired with the rank of Major
Worked in satellite operations, personnel modeling/programming/
analysis, teaching aerospace studies, management of Air Force
research programs, and graduate studies. Completed four
professional military education programs.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
American Statistical Association (ASA), since February 1972
Oregon chapter of ASA, October 1983--June 1986,
and since December 1991
San Antonio chapter of ASA, December 198 6--June 1991
INstitute For Operations Research and the Management Sciences
(INFORMS), since January 1995
Operations Research Society of America, Sept 1983--December 1994
The Institute of Management Science, October 1991--December 1994
Mil itary Operations Research Society, November 1983--July 1992
Decision Sciences Institute (DSI), since October 1991
Production and Operations Management Society, since December 1992
American Society for Quality Control (ASQC), since January 1993
American Production & Inventory Control Society, since April 1994
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES:
President, Statistical Quality Consulting (SQC), Eugene, OR,
since October 1993
Statistical Consulting,
Sacred Heart Hospital, Eugene, OR, January 1993--June 1994
Eugene Clinic, Eugene, OR, Acute Care Study, July 1993
Examiner, Oregon Quality Award, 1994 award cycle
Treasurer, San Antonio chapter of ASA, July 1988--June 1991
Textbook Reviewer,
Fundamentals of Operations Management, by Aquilano, Chase,
and Davis; Richard D. Irwin, Inc., 2nd Ed., November 1993
Production and Operations Management, by Norman Gaither;
The Dryden Press, 5th Ed., December 1992
Paper Reviewer and Discussant, Qua lity and Productivity Track,
25th annual DSI meeting, November 1994
Session Chair, Military Manpower Issues, TIMS/ORSA Joint National
Meeting, Las Vegas, NV, May 1990
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:
Willamette High School, Eugene, OR,< p> Community Advisory Council, member since August 1993
Quality Focus Group, member since September 1992
Futures Forum, member January 1992--September 1993
Catholic Eucharistic Minister, October 1987--September 1994
Cubmaster and Webelos Den Leader, September 1981--June 1984
American Philatelic Society (APS), member since June 1979
National Geographic Society, member since January 1971
HONORS AND AWARDS:
Seven military decorations, US Air Force, 1974--1991
Eagl e Scout, Boy Scouts of America, Portland, OR, June 1963
Bergquist, T. M., and T. Dedlow (in review). "The Role of a State Quality Award Examiner," Quality Progress. American Society for Quality Control, Milwaukee, WI. Submitted November 1994.
Bergquist, T. M. (Nov 94). "State Quality Award Directory: Introduction," Quality Digest. Vol. 14, No. 11, p. 27-28.
Bergquist, T. M. (Feb 94). Test Bank, a 640-page supplemental text for instructors to use with Norman Gaither's Production and Operations Management, 6th Ed. The Dryden Press, Fort Worth, TX.
Bergquist, T. M. (Sep 92). "Air Force Research for Manpower, Personnel, and Training (MPT) in Acquisition," PHALANX, Bulletin of Military Operations Research. Military Operations Research Society, Alexandria, VA, Vol. 25, No. 3, p. 20-22.
Bergquist, T. M. (Jul 92). "The U.S. Flag on Stamps," The American Philatelist. American Philatelic Society, State College, PA, Vol. 106, No. 7, p. 628-637 .
Bergquist, T. M. (May 91). Air Force Manpower, Personnel, and Training (MPT) in Systems Acquisition Research Program (AL-TP-1991-0021). Manpower and Personnel Division, Armstrong Laboratory, Brooks AFB, TX.
Bergquist, T. M., and J. A. Guthals (Mar/Apr 91). "Integrating Task-Level Data Bases," IMPACTS Bulletin. HQ USAF/PRQE, Washington, DC, Vol. III, No. 2, p. 1-3.
Bergquist, T. M., and R. B. Gould (Jan/Feb 91). "Building a Weapon System Optimization Model," IMPACTS Bulletin . HQ USAF/PRQE, Washington, DC, Vol. III, No. 1, p. 1-3.
Bergquist, T. M. (Nov/Dec 90). "Development of an MPT Decision Support System (DSS)," IMPACTS Bulletin. HQ USAF/PRQE, Washington, DC, Vol. II, No. 6, p. 1-3.
Bergquist, T. M. (Jun 83 ). Cadet Guide. Air Force ROTC Detachment 780, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD.
Bergquist, T. M. (May 80). Airman Loss Probability System (ALPS) Program Maintenance Manual. Air Force Military Personnel Center, Bolling AFB, Washingt on, DC.
Bergquist, T. M. (Apr 80). Airman Loss Probability System (ALPS) Users Manual. Air Force Military Personnel Center, Bolling AFB, Washington, DC.
Bergquist, T. M. (Apr 80). Airman Loss Probability System (ALPS) Computer Operations Manual. Air Force Military Personnel Center, Bolling AFB, Washington, DC.
Bergquist, T. M. (Apr 80). Personnel Quality Indicators Project (PQIP) Users Manual. Air Force Military Personnel Center, Bolling AFB, Washington, DC.
PROCEEDINGS AND PRESENTATIONS:
Bergquist, T. M. (Nov 94). "The Impact of Quality Awards in the United States," Proceedings of the 25th Annual Meeting of the Decision Sciences Institute. Honolulu, HI, Vol. 3, p. 2100-2102.
Bergquist, T . M., and G. V . Frazier (Nov 94). "Using Quality Control Tools to Improve Inventory Accuracy," Proceedings of the 25th Annual Meeting of the Decision Sciences Institute. Honolulu, HI, Vol. 3, p. 2136-2138.
Bergquist, T. M., and K. D. Ramsing (Nov 93). "Quali ty, Strategy, and Tactics: Their Roles and Relationships in World-Class Companies," Proceedings of the 24th Annual Meeting of the Decision Sciences Institute. Washington, DC, Vol. 3, p. 1773-1775.
Ramsing, K. D., T. M. Bergquist, and G. W. Fry ( Feb 93). "The Environment for Entrepreneurs," presented at the International Conference on Entrepreneurship and Economic Transformation in Thailand and SE Asia, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
Dahn, D. A., and T. M. Bergquist (Apr 92) . "A People-to- Hardware Decision Support System (DSS) for Systems Acquisition," presented at The Institute of Management Science (TIMS)/ Operations Research Society of America (ORSA) Joint National Meeting, Orlando, FL.
Bergquist, T. M., and R. B. Gould (Jun 91). "Air Force Research Program for Manpower, Personnel, and Training (MPT) in Systems Acquisition," Proceedings of the 1991 Acquisition Research Symposium. Defense Systems Management College, Fort Belvior, VA, Vol. II, p. 177-189.
< p> Dart, T. S., J. A. Guthals, and T. M. Bergquist (Nov 90). "Contingency Task Training Scenario Generator," Proceedings of the 32nd Annual Conference of the Military Testing Association. Orange Beach, AL, p. 156-161.
Bergquist, T. M. (May 90). "Mathematical Modeling for Manpower, Personnel, and Training (MPT) Research in the Weapon System Acquisition Process (WSAP)," presented at the TIMS/ORSA Joint National Meeting, Las Vegas, NV.
Short, L. O., and T. M. Bergquist (Aug 89). "Task-Leve l Data Bases Developed to Support MPT Decisions," presented in a symposium at the American Psychological Association Conference, New Orleans, LA.
Bergquist, T. M. (Jun 89). "Tools, Techniques, and Data Bases for the Weapon System Acquisition Proces s (WSAP)," presented at the 57th Military Operations Research Society (MORS) Symposium, Ft Leavenworth, KS.
Bergquist, T. M. (Jun 89). "Manpower, Personnel, and Training (MPT) Research Issues in the Weapon System Acquisition Process (WSAP)," presented at the 57th MORS Symposium, Ft Leavenworth, KS.
Bergquist, T. M. (Apr 88). "A Generalized, Dynamic Model Formulation of the Cost-Loss Ratio Situation," presented at the TIMS/ORSA Joint National Meeting, Washington, DC.