Occupation information for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: Doctoral or professional degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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• Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
• Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
• Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
• Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
• Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as mechanics, hydraulics, and robotics.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate class discussions.
• Supervise students' laboratory work.
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.

Tools:

• Compact disk players or recorders
• Microphones
• Multimedia projectors
• Portable data input terminals
• Televisions

Technology:

• Analytical or scientific software
• Computer aided design CAD software
• Computer based training software
• Object or component oriented development software
• Word processing software

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