9-month Tenure Track Instructor - Engineering Technology - TNBR Careers

We have an opening for a 9-month Tenure Track Instructor of Engineering Technology at our Chattanooga State campus!

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values:

- We cultivate an inclusive environment.

- We care about the well-being of each other.

- We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Conduct classroom and hands-on training utilizing proper instructional techniques, practices on the following topics:

• Fanuc Industrial and Collaborative Robots:
• applications, basic programming, components, industrial robotic safety standards, industrial robots’ classifications, key programming techniques, robotic motion concepts, and terminology.
• Instructs students on the concepts of preventive and predictive maintenance techniques required for a robot and their backup systems and recovery procedures.
• Provides the opportunity for the student to develop, set up, and integrate work cells into manufacturing systems at a beginning level.

·   AC/DC Electricity & Digital Electronics

·   VFD Digital Drives

·   Ladder diagram reading and design

·   Industrial Mechanics – Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Mechanical Drives

·   Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley & Siemens)

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a qualifying field, or an Associate’s degree in a qualifying field with certifications, or an Associate’s degree in a qualifying field and 2 years applicable work experience, or nationally recognized certification within subject matter OR by exception.

Preferred: Master’s Degree in qualifying field.

Qualifying Fields: Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Engineering Technology

Work Experience: Advanced manufacturing, industrial robotics, electro-mechanical systems, and mechanical maintenance.

Certifications: FANUC – CERT Handling Tool Operations & Programming certificate, FANUC Certified Robot Operator: FCR-01, FCR-02 , FANUC Certified Robot Technician: FCR-T1, FCR-T2, NOCTI certified FANUC Instructor

Higher education teaching experience is a plus.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform specific duties related to instruction; course and curriculum development; professional growth; service to students; and service to the college and community.  
• Teaching & Learning: Teach assigned courses; facilitate the classroom instructional process; evaluate students, monitor progress, assign final grades; provide out-of class academic assistance to students; maintain attendance and grade records; counsel and advise students regarding academic preparation and career goals; work to retain students; mentor and orient faculty and staff; maintain required classroom and office hours.
• Course and Curriculum Development: Select texts, supplemental documents, equipment, supplies, and other learning resources; develop supplemental instructional materials; use current technology in preparation, creation and delivery of instruction; create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi.
• Professional Growth: Remain current within field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas and technologies; acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials; attend scheduled college, divisional, professional development and in-service activities; support related professional organizations by attending meetings and serving as officers; participate in annual faculty evaluation process.
• Student Support: Respect rights of students and access to educational opportunities; participate in registration process by advising, assisting students in preparing schedules and entering schedules into Banner System; assist in recruitment, selection, orientation and evaluation of potential students; assist in formal and informal placement activities for employment and/or transfer to four-year institutions; support student activities.
• Service to the College and Community: Assist in recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned; participate in accreditation, assessment and performance funding processes; support and participate in college/division/department committees, organizations and/or task forces to make recommendations in the College's decision-making processes; provide input and/or assistance in preparation of semester schedules, faculty assignments, facility assignments and budgets; attend- convocation and commencement exercises and participate in college programs; develop and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with colleagues; strengthen relationships between the college and the community through program advisory committees and/or community outreach activities. Work collaboratively with advisory committee. Encourage and support student participation in relevant student professional affiliation. Maintain accountability of College property and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.