Engineering Module Coordinator & Lecturer Electrical/ Electronic Engineering
Key roles and responsibilities:
Module coordinator
- Oversee and manage the development or review of study guides (complete or wrap-around)
- Seek feedback from all stakeholders and keep a record of required changes to study guides in anticipation of the review cycle
- Monitor the appropriateness of the prescribed textbook and editions
- Ensure continued alignment between the study guide and the textbook, where applicable
- Update study guides to cater for new textbook editions/ link updates.
- Draft all formal assessments for allocated modules
- Consider internal and external pre-moderation feedback and implement changes as required
- Conduct internal pre-moderation for modules in field of expertise
- Conduct annual meetings with all campus lecturers to discuss the assessment strategy
- Identify, approach and appoint suitably qualified internal and external moderators
- Brief markers and moderators, and provide content support during the marking process
- Mark a prescribed minimum number of assessments (+- 3) to fine tune marking guideline/memorandum
- Consider moderators’ reports and decide on appropriate action, in consultation with campus lecturers and HOS.
- Conduct post-assessment meetings with all campus lecturers to reflect on the success/concerns with assessments
- Consider and analyse cross-campus success rates where relevant.
- Sign off on assessment results
- Actively participate in the investigation/management of Red/Fire module status
- Plan and design coherent learning journeys for students on allocated modules
- Draft class activity schedules for the semester/year
- Map and draft learning activities based on module outcomes
- Use an appropriate blend of activities and settings, considering the module outcomes, notional hours and learning mode
- Address diverse student needs by incorporating inclusive and adaptive learning strategies
- Actively collaborate with campus lecturers to continuously enhance the learning journey
- Design and draft materials needed for the course environment (announcements, etc.)
- Populate and maintain the Canvas Blueprint course environment for modules owned
- Develop and deliver at least two lectures per module per semester for CL students, online live
- Deliver guest lectures in the field of expertise on STADIO modules as appropriate
- Conduct research in the field of expertise and/or learning design in the field of expertise.
- Attend both internal and external training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills in module design and assessment
- Stay informed about emerging trends in higher education and instructional methodologies.
- Engage with industry, professional networks and associations to enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Plan, prepare for and deliver lectures in-venue and online
- Engage with and provide feedback to coordinating lecturers and programme coordinators to improve teaching and learning
- Participate in programme review initiatives, providing feedback in respect of specific module/programme design and content
- Assess student work
- Provide feedback to students
- Internally moderate the assessment of colleagues
- Engage with coordinating lecturers on assessments and provide feedback on successes/challenges
- Set and communicate consultation hours in accordance with STADIO norms, and consult with students at their request.
- Manage the Module Q&A forum
- Contribute to student induction and orientation, as required
- Manage students at risk
- Improve the quality of own teaching through the scholarship of teaching & learning.
- Share findings with the STADIO teaching community.
- Participate in community engagement initiatives aligned with STADIO’s goals, where relevant.
- Participate in programme, school and campus meetings
- Assist in student recruitment, admission and CAT applications where necessary
- Maintain accurate records and complete documentation as required
- Take part and support campus activities, as required by HOC
- Stay abreast of developments in the field of expertise
- Stay abreast of development in the field of teaching and learning
- Participate in training and development activities, and complete formal STADIO lecturer development initiatives
- Actively participate in professional networks and associations
- Pursue further qualifications or certifications, as necessary.
Knowledge and skills
- Sound lecturing and assessment skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisation, administration, time management, and coordination skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.
- High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern Information Technology infrastructure and online learning platforms.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to cope with change.
- Willingness to work on Saturdays as required.
- Passionate educator and leader.
- Compassion for students with diverse needs and skill levels.
- Minimum three years lecturing and industry experience in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
- Experience in online learning environments will be an advantage.
- Minimum NQF 8 qualification in either Electrical or Electronic Engineering
- Professional ECSA registration is required
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