Programmable Logic Control (PLC) Programming Instructor - Part-time Evenings

Ranken Technical College

Saint Louis, Missouri
26 days ago

Highlights

Three years or more of practical work experience in one or more of the following: Power distribution, AC and DC motors, controls, and VFDs; DC: basic electrical terms, DC circuit concepts and calculations, analog and digital measuring and test equipment, AC: electrical components such as capacitors, inductors, and transformers that are employed in circuit analysis transformer principles, RL and RC circuits and impedance, resonance and power factor subjects; test equipment such as oscilloscopes and signal amplifiers. Allen Bradley SLC and Controllogix platforms, application of HMI WonderWare software, RsView 32, FactoryTalk, and Panelbuilder, Ethernet I/P, Data Highway Plus, Device Net, and Control Net.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Saint Louis, Missouri
Industry	Education
Company Size	100 to 499 employees
Website	http://ranken.edu/about-us/careers-at-ranken/

Description

Responsibilities:

Prepares for and teaches Programmable Logic Control (PLC) Programming courses and conducts labs as assigned by the division chair of the Electrical Technology department. Two evenings per week: M/W or T/TH from 6:00 - 9:30 pm + 1/2 hour prep time each evening.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Teaches assigned theory and lab classes. Plans daily activities for students in theory and lab. Supervises students for both theory and technical project grades.
Instructs and evaluates students in appropriate electrical technology courses, to include instruction in shop safety.
Maintains a safe worksite and enforces Ranken’s safety standards.
Assists in the maintenance of lab and classroom equipment.
Assists management with developing curriculum and syllabi, scheduling, budgeting, hiring, and other duties.
Participates in college governance, committee work, student advising, etc.
Participates in available training to keep current in Electrical Technology.
Assists in maintaining requirements of industry standards.
Performs other duties as assigned by authorized individual.

Qualifications:

AS or BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field.
Three years or more of practical work experience in one or more of the following:
- Power distribution, AC and DC motors, controls, and VFDs;
- DC: basic electrical terms, DC circuit concepts and calculations, analog and digital measuring and test equipment, AC: electrical components such as capacitors, inductors, and transformers that are employed in circuit analysis transformer principles, RL and RC circuits and impedance, resonance and power factor subjects; test equipment such as oscilloscopes and signal amplifiers
- Allen Bradley SLC and Controllogix platforms, application of HMI WonderWare software, RsView 32, FactoryTalk, and Panelbuilder, Ethernet I/P, Data Highway Plus, Device Net, and Control Net
- Instrumentation calibration and control loop tuning.
- NEC and applied commercial wiring and power distribution
- Programming experience with HMI software programs, troubleshooting experience with equipment controlled and monitored by PLCs and HMI devices.
- AutoCAD, lighting design software such as Lithonia Visual, electrical estimating experience, electrical construction project management, experience in low voltage, fire, phone, security, and emergency power.
- Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred.
- Excellent presentation skills including strong written and verbal communication skills.

About Company

At Ranken Technical College, we know that the best way to prepare students for success in the real world is to begin treating them as professionals from day one. For each hour of classroom instruction, our students spend at least three hours in a lab or shop setting, becoming proficient in the skills they need to excel in their careers. This means that each student spends an average of 15 hours a week doing hands-on work with the guidance of our expert instructors. With this extensive practical experience, Ranken graduates are highly trained and fully equipped for successful careers.

Our St. Louis campus has operated continuously in the same location for more than a century. Today, the facilities reflect that history, as well as the College’s commitment to consistently offering superior training on cutting-edge equipment. This growing campus includes the new Mary Ann Lee Technology Center, which offers modern shops, classrooms and spaces for campus events.

Automotive Import Technology students at work in the newly renovated Rodenheiser building, 2014

In addition, recent renovations to the Rodenheiser Automotive Center give students in our growing Automotive Division access to our unparalleled tools and equipment in up-to-date shops. At Ranken, we prepare students for professional success by giving them hands-on experience in professional facilities.

Outside the St. Louis metro area, our new Ranken Wentzville location continues the College’s tradition of excellence with its state-of-the art shops, labs and equipment. In its first year of operation, Ranken Wentzville has already surpassed the College’s five-year enrollment goals for the location. Because of this exceptional rate of growth, Ranken Wentzville is currently expanding its facilities in order to serve more students in the area. This growing location will offer new courses and will continue to provide the gold standard in hands-on technical education to even more students.