Casual Instructor, Electronics Technology Program - Edmonton, Canada - NAIT

NAIT

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

NOTE:
This is a casual position instructing approximately 14 hours per week ending on or before May 3, 2024.
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- **NAIT's Electronics Engineering Technology program is a nationally accredited and internationally recognized program that provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles of electricity, embedded systems, communications, industrial electronics and problem-solving skills. The program will provide graduates with the skills to perform entry-level roles in several industry disciplines, including installation, testing and maintenance of electronic systems, technical sales, engineering support, quality control and design.

We are looking to fill the following courses:

ELTR246
Industrial Automation
Students will analyze control systems in the context of industrial automation. In particular, generalized processes and/or actuators will be characterized for their performance. Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), through ladder logic and functional blocks, will be used to control these processes.

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ELTR Sensors & Controllers

Students will learn to program algorithms in LabVIEW to interface with various sensors with respect to their role in control system operations. General sensor characteristics will be analyzed, as well as related control system performance and operation. Controller creation and design to satisfy predetermined control system specifications will also be explored.

Contract Instruction Deliverables:

Provide direct classroom/lab instruction while utilizing appropriate instructional strategies to maximize student motivation and learning in a skillbuilding environment;
Evaluate the learning process: Ensure learning is evaluated in a reliable and timely manner, providing appropriate and timely feedback to students; Submit marks/records promptly;
Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students and colleagues.
Respond to student issues.
Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications and program promotions

Qualifications:

Electronics Engineering Technology diploma (preferred) or a related Technology Diploma with several years of related experience is required
Industry experience in design using relevant codes and software
Related work experience in several of the following areas: data communications, communications, embedded programming, Programmable Logic Controllers, PC Board layout and control systems
Familiarity with CODESYS and LabView an asset
Consideration of flexibility to work in both a virtual (online) and in person environment
Teaching experience would be an asset

Remuneration:
$99/hour.

This position is covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement_

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT
At NAIT, people matter.

We're proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

Health and safety

NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible.

Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.

Additional requirements
Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

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