Daniel Kerse
Graduate
Telecommunications
"Technology has always fascinated me, especially the sort that's capable of sending information around the world at the speed of light. Applied Science helped me gain not only the expertise necessary for a technical role at one of NZ's major telcos, but also the wider scope to help me understand how the business as a whole operates."
Dan Kerse completed his Bachelor of Applied Science majoring in Telecommunications and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in 2005. Dan works in the Operations department of TelstraClear, and is based in central Wellington.
Dan adds" The technical papers I took gave me a good understanding of the wide variety of technologies used at TelstraClear. A general understanding of the underlying maths and physics also makes it much easier to grasp new concepts as they emerge. Basic computer programming skills and an understanding of Unix are two things I find very useful in my role."
Dan's team is focussed on TelstraClear's IP (Internet Protocol) Operations and is involved with all aspects of TelstraClear's core IP infrastructure. This includes provisioning (connecting) larger customers, infrastructure maintenance, and issues related to infrastructure and/or larger customers.
Doing the business papers have given Dan a wider understanding of how the business as a whole operates. He adds "It's quite useful to have a grasp of the reasons behind some of the business decisions that impact on the company, regardless of whether it directly relates to my business unit."
"I think the research focus at Otago University was very important. Although my research had little to do with my current position it still helped shape my way of thinking and the approach I take to tackle a problem."