Curriculum Developer: Building Physics

Job title: Curriculum Developer: Building Physics

Company: SAIT

Job description: Curriculum Developer: Building Physics

SAIT is a global leader in applied education and an institution that empowers employees to make a difference in the lives of our students.

Building on more than a century of history, we are looking for innovative employees wanting to create a future with us. As part of our team, you are encouraged to be bold and inventive, bringing new ideas to the table. Change excites you.

Along with gourmet on-campus restaurants run by our culinary program and an unparalleled view of downtown Calgary, SAIT offers the chance to do work with a purpose – preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers. We develop leaders in the classroom and our workspaces, encouraging lifelong learning for both students and employees.

Your future starts now … at SAIT.

The Opportunity

Corporate Development and Applied Research

Within SAIT, the Corporate Development, Applied Research and Innovation (CDARI) division employs all non-credit instructors and Subject Matter experts who facilitate and build curriculum within the Centre of Continuing Education & Professional Studies, Corporate Training, and International Projects. We are looking to add qualified industry professionals to consult on curriculum development for cohorts of independent adult learners.

Students of this division can take non-credit classes in any number or order, as they do not count toward a degree or diploma program. These course offerings are geared to provide learners with professional development or re-training.

The Subject Matter Expert is to make use of any and all available resources, methods, techniques and strategies to ensure curriculum enables student success and in an engaged, hands-on environment. The Subject Matter Expert is expected to work collaboratively with colleagues and instructional designers to create a learning atmosphere which is pedagogically sound, technically supported, and innovative in nature.

We pride ourselves in bringing the leading edge of the field into the hands-on learning of our students. We strive to leave our graduates with job-ready skills and experience through cases, assignments, and projects to be value-add candidates to the local employment market.

The Role

• As an expert you will provide strategic guidance and leadership in the areas of Energy Modelling in Construction
• You will collaborate with an Instructional Designer to create course content and materials. This includes being responsible for collaborating on the course learning outcomes, objectives, learning activities and assessments.
• Your primary goal is to ensure that the content of the courses provides an effective learning experience and meets the planned outcomes for each course as well as for the overall certificate program.

We are looking to develop a Building Physics & Energy Modelling Certificate in partnership with Green Building Technologies (GBT) and the School of Construction (SoC), starting with a Building Physics micro-credential course.

For the first course, we anticipate approximately 40-60 hours of development. This is a part-time opportunity with scheduled meetings with various stakeholders at SAIT.

Topics include:
Energy basics
Thermodynamics
Building envelope
Heating and Lighting Systems
NBC 9.36 (Energy Efficiency in Homes)
NECB (National Energy Code for Buildings
Energy Modelling
Energy Efficient Design

Qualifications

• Minimum post-secondary Degree in Physics and Masters in Architecture is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Involvement and board member with the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) is an asset
• Advisory member with SAIT Green Building Technologies (GBT) is an asset
• Strong understanding of building science, building envelope and energy modelling.
• Have and open and willing attitude to share knowledge, be guided, and take instruction from an instructional designer
• Have strong English written and verbal communication skills to articulate concepts, ideas, and theory clearly
• Have strong attention to detail in written communication
• Maintain reliability and accountability to timelines and project milestones
• Maintain attentiveness to the deliverables of the engagement and respond to communication in a timely manner
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Previous experience developing curriculum (preferred)
• Proficiency with virtual meeting tools and technology: Zoom, MS Teams, Webcam, Microphone

Why Work at SAIT

SAIT and CDARI have a focus on adjunct instructor development and support. We sustain that the next level classroom experience starts with our dedicated and qualified instructors and the ability to bring their field experience into the classroom. We focus on applied curriculum and developing the employability of our graduates. We are future focused in developing our local, national, and international economies for the future.

To Apply

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Notes

SAIT is committed to equity and diversity within its community and invites applications from all qualified applicants.

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Conditions of Employment
In order to ensure and maintain a safe and secure working and learning environment, all applicants to the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology must complete and pass a police security clearance before employment is confirmed. Employment is conditional until a satisfactory police security clearance is obtained and confirmed. Employment with SAIT will not commence until the results have been provided and confirmed.

SAIT’s vision is to be a global leader in applied education.

Job ID req3162 Job Location Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Job Classification SAFA Job Type Casual Hourly
Employee Group Instructor Position End Date
8/31/2022

Department Corporate Development and Applied Research # of Positions
1
The compensation range 0.00 – 50.00 Hourly

At the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), we are the shapers. The makers. The originals, driven by a passion for excellence and impact. We are a global leader in applied education, an Alberta Top Employer and a destination workplace for people empowered to make a difference in the lives of students. We offer action-based learning, solution-focused research and enterprising collaborations with partners from around the world. With a newly launched brand and ongoing celebrations marking 100 years of educating skilled workers, now is an exciting time to join this one-of-a-kind place…SAIT.

• Job ID: req3162
• Job Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
• Job Classification: Instructor
• Job Type: Casual Hourly
• Employee Group: SAFA
• Position End Date: 8/31/2022
• Department: Corporate Development and Applied Research
• # of Positions: 1
• Posting Closing Date: All applications must be received by: May 26, 2021 at 4:59PM MST / 5:59PM MDT.

Location: Calgary, AB

Job date: Sun, 23 May 2021 04:25:13 GMT