Hi, I’m
Munyaradzi Mukachana
Electrical and Electronics Instructor
Masvingo ,MV
Summary
Experienced Electrical Engineering Lecturer with 5+ years of capturing student attention through engaging lectures, activities and labs. Organized instructor supported student learning through face to face channels. Prepared and facilitated lessons that prepared students for real-world engineering experiences.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
3
Certification
Work History
Masvingo Polytechnic
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lecturer
03.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Modernised syllabus, updating with current research, new techniques, and latest findings to improve relevancy
- Developed industry-specific applications through detailed research.
- Supervised practical applications of theories taught during lectures.
- Supported electrical engineering students in lab work as well as classroom lessons to demonstrate connections between theoretical and practical concepts.
- Delivered instruction online as well as in traditional, face-to-face classrooms.
- Graded papers and provided feedback to students promptly to improve understanding of difficult concepts.
- Prepared lessons, taught classes, and assessed students on mastery of course content.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate course descriptions and offerings .
- Designed course syllabus to allow students to plan for complex projects and learn course objectives.
- Taught electrical engineering courses and conducted curriculum development, instruction and student needs assessment.
- Assisted students in finding internships and other learning opportunities.
- Deepened student understanding of principles of engineering by utilizing group activities and special projects.
Zimbabwe Republic Police
Radio Communication Technician
12.2012 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Performed five installations per week.
- Performed general overhaul work in radio equipment on-site and in shop for over 40 customers.
- Set up, configured and used complex testing equipment to align, maintain and repair two way radio systems.
- Calibrated, aligned and modified circuitry and components to enhance device performance for Wireless communication needs.
- Calibrated and aligned components using scales, gauges and other measuring instruments.
- Drafted detailed technical documentation, reference guides and equipment integration work instructions for handheld radios.
- Maintained wireless communication networks and information technology systems, wireless and electronic communication systems with proactive repair and upkeep strategies.
- Optimized operations by performing system upgrades, troubleshooting component failures and installing approved system modifications.
Education
BOTHO UNIVERSITYGABORONE
B.Sc. from Network Security and Computer Forensics
03.2027
MASVINGO POLYTECHNICMASVINGO
Further Education Trainers' Certificate
03.2020
BULAWAYO POLYTECHNICBULAWAYO
Diploma from Electronic Communication Systems
11.2016
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Curriculum development
- Implementation
- Utilization of technology in teaching
- Development of intervention programs
- Facilitation of intervention programs
- Design of project-based learning activities
- Implementation of project-based learning activities
- Formative assessments
- Summative assessments
- Analysing student performance data
- Adjusting instructional strategies
- Competence in teaching math concepts
- Microsoft Office tools
- Circuit design software
- Tailoring instruction
- Developing school-wide math curriculum
- Creating engaging learning activities
- Working with diverse learners
- Motivating students
- Problem-solving
- Knowledge of math standards
Languages
Shona
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Driving Licence
Cat C
Honours And Awards
- Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers Award: Most hardworking engineering student (Zimbabwe 2016)
- Certification of Participation: Mathematics Camp (South Africa 2001)
- Certificate of Merit: Australian Mathematics Competition for COPAC (2002)
- Gold Medallist Zimbabwe Mathematics Olympiad (Zimbabwe 2001 and 2002)
- Bronze Medallist: Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad (South Africa 2002)
- Certificate of Achievement Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad (South Africa 2002)
References
- Mr Chakauya, Head of Electrical Department, Masvingo Polytechnic, +263773251964, pcharks@gmail.com
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/16/83
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
Other Skills
- Tailoring instruction to meet student needs
- Ability to develop and implement school-wide math curriculum
- Proficiency in creating engaging learning activities
- Ability to work with diverse learners
- Ability to motivate and engage students
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Knowledge of state and national math standards
Certification
- PLC Programming and Configuration Certificate :-Electronics and Communication Institute at SIRDC.
- Variable Speed Drives Certificate :- Electronics and Communication Institute at SIRDC.
- Class 1 Journeyman Card in Radio Technician Trade :- Industrial Training and Trade Testing Department
Timeline
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lecturer
Masvingo Polytechnic
03.2019 - Current
Radio Communication Technician
Zimbabwe Republic Police
12.2012 - 09.2018
BOTHO UNIVERSITY
B.Sc. from Network Security and Computer Forensics
MASVINGO POLYTECHNIC
Further Education Trainers' Certificate
BULAWAYO POLYTECHNIC
Diploma from Electronic Communication Systems
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