Mechatronics Engineering Technology PLCs Temporary Pool Faculty

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The Department of Computing and Engineering Technology in the College of Science, Technology, and Business is seeking qualified applicants to teach introductory (MECH 2300) and advanced courses (MECH 3300) in programmable logic controllers as a part of the Mechatronics Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science program during the 2023-2024 academic year. Courses are instructed structured as studio with extensive hands-on activities to accompany lecture topics and with an emphasis on industrial applications. Both a variety of both Siemens (MECH 2300) and Allen-Bradly (MECH 3300) processors are covered. Faculty teach lectures and labs unassisted. This program is ABET-accredited, so cooperating in collecting assessment data is expected. All positions are contingent on enrollment and may be full or part-time depending on departmental needs. Courses will be taught face-to-face at the California campus.

Candidates must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related field of study, or Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering and at least 3 years of field experience directly using the content of the respective assigned course(s).

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