Teach Machine Design in person at the University of Ottawa’s Main Campus, using engineering mechanics and Free Body Diagrams. Support students through labs and consultations.
This part time Teaching Assistant supports supervisor Ahsan Faraz Ahmed during the Winter 2027 semester. The work covers weekly dissection labs, equipment setup, student consultations, marking, and proctoring. The appointment runs from January 1 through April 30, 2027, for 130 total hours in English.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct weekly Machine Design dissection labs
- Set up equipment for scheduled laboratory activities
- Consult with students about course material
- Mark student work and proctor the final exam
- Support the course supervisor with teaching assistance
Requirements:
- Successfully completed undergraduate mechanical courses
- Exceptional knowledge of Free Body Diagrams
- Knowledge of engineering mechanics and manufacturing processes
- Ability to use basic hand tools
- In-person availability throughout the course session
Apply mechanical engineering knowledge, communication skills, and lab support experience as a Machine Design Teaching Assistant.