Part Time Faculty Architectural Engineering Technology

E03 Vermont State University; Georgia; On-site; USD 1,600 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Vermont State University invites applications for a Part-Time teaching position for Spring 2027 on the Randolph Campus. The course ARE 4720 – ARE Senior Project includes 1 hour of Lecture and 3 hours of Studio Instruction weekly, totaling 4 teaching credits per semester.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering or related field, with expertise in HVAC and energy systems.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or better in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Content expertise in building environmental (especially HVAC) and energy systems.
• College-level teaching experience preferred; professional building-design experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach ARE 4720 – ARE Senior Project, co-taught with a full-time instructor.
• Deliver weekly lectures and studio sessions for capstone projects.
• Guide students through project development, documentation and presentations.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Energy systems

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree or higher in Architectural/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The School of STEM Department of Engineering at Vermont State University invites applications for a Part-Time teaching position for Spring 2027 (January 19 – May 14, 2027) at the VTSU Randolph Campus.

Course Details

The course to be taught is ARE 4720 – ARE Senior Project, 1 hour of Lecture & 3 hours of Studio Instruction per week, 4 teaching credits per semester. This capstone course is part of the Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering Technology degree program. Students apply their knowledge and skills to a commercial‑scale building or infrastructure‑related project based on preliminary architectural plans, an existing structure, or a similar project. Projects may include the preparation of engineering drawings, design or evaluation documentation, and presentations addressing electrical/lighting, mechanical, structural, and/or energy systems. Students may also develop an integrated sustainable design or evaluation addressing multiple building systems. This course (co‑taught with a full‑time instructor from the AET program) focuses on guiding students through the development and completion of their capstone projects through weekly student‑instructor sessions.

Minimum Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have a Master's degree or better in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience in the field.
• Content expertise in building environmental (especially HVAC) and energy systems, including building envelopes, is required.
• Teaching experience at the college level is preferred, as is professional experience in building design, engineering, or related fields.

Additional information about the department’s programs and Vermont State University may be viewed at the VTSU website, www.vermontstate.edu.

Salary and Working Hours

• Salary: Based on credits previously taught at campus‑based colleges within the Vermont State College System per the VSC‑VSCPTF Bargaining Unit Agreement.
• Budgeted Wage for this Position: Faculty Load 4 Workload credits; minimum starting salary is $1648 per workload credit.
• Scheduled Hours Weekly: 4
• Budgeted Wage for this Position: $6,592
• Exempt Status: Exempt
• Grade: P01

Vermont State University strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under‑represented backgrounds.

Job Posting Responsibilities

Unit Determination: Part‑Time Faculty - VSC Faculty Federation

About Vermont State Colleges System

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