Microcomputer Hardware Instructor - Cape Cod Community College | Cape Cod Community College - Military Veterans

Location: West Barnstable, MA Category: Faculty Positions Posted On: Fri Nov 22 2024 Job Description: GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide instruction for Microcomputer Hardware (CIT113) . Students learn the anatomy of a microcomputer by disassembling, assembling, upgrading, and customizing a PC. Students evaluate purchasing vs. building a PC. The role of the BIOS and CMOS in the POST and BOOT processes is explored. System boards, processors, memory, and peripherals, including input, output, multimedia, network, and data devices are studied. Students learn troubleshooting, safety, basic operating systems procedures, and security and preventive maintenance techniques. Customer service is stressed. This course covers the hardware material for the Comp TIA A+ certification exam. The CIT113 course will run at two different times during the Spring 2025 semester, as Quick Term-Q1(January 21-March 19) and Quick Term-Q2 (March 24-May14), on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00-6:00 pm. Candidates should specify their interest in teaching the course during both terms or teaching only one term and which one. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Instruction in both traditional and non-traditional learning modes. Selection and development of appropriate materials for class use. Assessment of student performance, including submission of final grades in a timely fashion. Maintain appropriate attendance and student records. Be available for students at mutually convenient times. Job Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Master's degree in appropriate discipline or a bachelor's degree plus 3 years of experience working with PC hardware. Strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. College teaching experience. ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: CompTIA A+ Certification. Experience working with GED and ESOL students in alternate learning environments within high schools. Experience with and a commitment to working in a global multicultural academic setting. Equivalency Statement Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position. Additional Information: COMPENSATION : Anticipated starting salary - Step I DCE Pay Scale; part-time, non-benefited.MCCC Unit position. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Immediate need; applications reviewed upon receipt. Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu for information on Cape Cod Community College. This appointment is subject to the FY2025budget appropriations. Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and national background checks. The College cannot consider applicants who do not have the ability to work in the United States without assistance from the employer. Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunityemployer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity orsexual orientation inits programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues andCollege policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action/Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Apply Online