Esc101h1 F - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Course description:
Praxis I introduces students to the theory and practice of engineering design and communication.

Through an integrated suite of interactive lectures, structured Design Studio activities, and multiple small-team projects, students explore core elements of communication, teamwork, and design.

The emphasis for the communication instructors is on developing critical thinking, representing ideas in oral, written and visual form, and on understanding the structure of engineering argument.

Praxis I challenges students to explore the theories and principles that underpin engineering design and communication, to develop rigorous, individualized approaches to solving engineering problems, to adopt an outward looking and entrepreneurial engineering perspective, and to take an active role in shaping their future engineering studies.

Posting end date:
June 30, 2023

Number of Positions (est.): Up to three (3) positions.

Estimated TA support:

Most studio activities are co-taught with a design-focused teaching assistant; some assessment is also shared with the design TA.

Estimated course enrolment: 300 students, in 12 tutorial sections of approximately 25 students each.

Class schedule:
Lectures M/ , T , F lecturers are expected to attend two of three each week)

Tutorials T R lecturers are responsible for both each week). Weekly Teaching Team meeting, to be scheduled. Weekly Debrief Meeting T

Sessional dates of appointment:
September 1, December 31, 2023

Hours: 1 HCE (up to a maximum of 230 hrs)

Salary:

CUPE minimum salary rates for a half course (HCE), inclusive of vacation pay, are: Sessional Lecturer 1 - $9,457.90; Sessional Lecturer 1 Long Term - $9,930.79; Sessional Lecturer 2 - $10,121.77; Sessional Lecturer 2 Long Term - $10,326.62; Sessional Lecturer 3 - $10,362.76 and Sessional Lecturer 3 Long Term - $10, Should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the Collective Agreement shall prevail.

Minimum Qualifications:

include at least a Master's degree in an appropriate discipline (such as, but not limited to, Communication, English, Engineering, Education, Technology Studies) with strong written and oral communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching communication and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

include a PhD in an appropriate discipline (as above), and TESL or other training/certification in second-language instruction at the university level, and familiarity with engineering communication practices, and strong performance as an instructor in Praxis I or II.

Flexible availability for studio and benchmarking meetings is also preferred.

Description of duties:

- attending two lectures per week throughout the term
- attending two weekly meetings, Wednesdays to debrief first round of studios and probably Fridays to plan the following week's studio activities
- attending a day long orientation session for all instructors at the beginning of term (date TBA)
- teaching two, 2-hour studios for the duration of the course; preparing for studio teaching, and participating in studio planning, revision, and discussion
- evaluating and providing detailed feedback on up to seven assignments (both group and individual), and attending benchmarking meeting(s) for assignment grading
- invigilating one supervised test scheduled during the Engineering Science midterm timeslot (Monday 9-11 or Thursday 9-11)
- supervising and mentoring both individuals and teams within your studios; holding consultations with students to help them complete and improve their assignments, and develop as writers and presenters
- having the ability to convert to online duties if required

Application Procedure:

Applicants should submit:
- curriculum vitae including the names of three referees

Application letters should be addressed to:
Chanelle Small-Reid

Academic Administrative Coordinator

Institute for Studies in Transdisciplinary Engineering Education and Practice (ISTEP)

55 St. George Street

Toronto, ON M5S 0C- This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement._

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail._
Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement._