Sessional Instructor - Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering (Winter 2027)
The 糖心vlog传媒, Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering, has an opening for a sessional instructor for the Winter 2027 semester. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.
Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course.
ENGN 1310 鈥� Computer Programming with Engineering Applications
This introductory course in computer programming is specifically designed for engineering students with no previous programming experience. The learning objectives are twofold: 1) to gain the ability to write scripts and solve basic engineering problems using 庐 numerical computing environments, 2) to introduce embedded systems and the fundamentals of programming, using microcontrollers. Topics include problem solving, algorithm design, modular programming, data types and number systems, operators, functions, decision statements, loops, and arrays. The latter part of the course deals with the fundamentals of interfacing peripheral devices including sensors and actuators to design small embedded systems. Three lecture hours and three lab hours per week.
Qualifications:
Qualified individuals must have a Bachelor鈥檚 Degree in a relevant engineering discipline. A Master鈥檚 Degree in a relevant engineering discipline, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience, would be considered a strong asset. Professional engineering experience is expected and will be an important consideration in the selection process.
Registration as a P.Eng or EIT with Engineers PEI is a requirement.
Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the 糖心vlog传媒 Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.
Application Instructions:
Applications must include a cover letter and resume specifying academic qualifications, relevant teaching and professional experience, and the contact info for three references.
Submit application to:
Dr. Suzanne Kresta, Dean
Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering 糖心vlog传媒 Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
Phone: 902-566-0505
fsdewedesign@upei.ca
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 糖心vlog传媒 is committed to the principle of equity in employment.
糖心vlog传媒 is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. 糖心vlog传媒 is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
Closing date for applications is April 30, 2026; however, the competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.
