About the position
The School of STEM Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology of Vermont State University invites applications for Part-Time Faculty for the Fall 2024 Semester (August 26 - December 20, 2024). The course to be taught is MEC 4220 Product Design & Production Lab, which includes 1 hour of Lecture and 4 hours of Lab per week, totaling 3.68 credits. This course focuses on product design, advanced manufacturing, and production processes. Topics include concurrent and reverse engineering methods; advanced metrology; automation in manufacturing; abrasive and grinding techniques; water jet machining; 3D printing; and other emerging methods. The student engages in a variety of individual and team-based projects that allow them to expand upon their prior manufacturing and materials processing knowledge and experience while developing marketable workforce skills in advanced manufacturing. As the final project for this course, the student designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and sells a consumer product with the goal of making a profit. Candidates may and are encouraged to apply to multiple Part Time opportunities but may not be considered for more than 9 credit hours per semester, per VSC-VSCPTF Bargaining Unit Agreement.
Responsibilities
- Teach MEC 4220 Product Design & Production Lab, including 1 hour of lecture and 4 hours of lab per week.
- Guide students in product design, advanced manufacturing, and production processes.
- Facilitate individual and team-based projects.
- Assist students in designing, developing, manufacturing, marketing, and selling a consumer product.
Requirements
- Master's degree or bachelor's degree plus several years of relevant experience.
- Teaching experience is preferred.
Benefits
- Salary based on credits previously taught per VSC-VSCPTF Bargaining Unit Agreement.
