Teaching Philosophy
I believe the modern expectation of a “globally minded” curriculum is of an overall approach to education that encourages learning to embraces diversity. Therefore, requires academic staff to work alongside the students at all level with diverse personalities, learning abilities, cultural backgrounds, origins, and differences.
My philosophy of teaching is that all students are unique, and we must strive a stimulating learning environment so that students can grow physically, mentally, emotionally and socially. My vision is to create this type of atmosphere where a student can reach their full potential. I will encourage my students to express their themselves/ideas, as well as embrace the differences of others/ideas.
There are three things I will do to engage with my students, nurture their aptitudes, and enhance their experiences in my classrooms, such as (1) using digital technology to narrow the communication gap, (2) build a personal relationship and individual feedback with student, and (3) create smaller and multiracial group. I will bring hands-on learning, blended learning, as well as project-based and individual work that retain and activate students learning.
Creativity and Innovation in Teaching and Learning
Digital Technology
I delivered effective digital learning experience. I used various digital learning portals, platforms, programs, and software such as Moodle/eLearning USM, Quizlet, Padlet.com, Mentimeter, Coursera, YouTube, LinkedIn Learning, AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Naviswork, BaseCamp, Bluebeam Revu, and more!
Transitioning to a Paperless Classroom
Construction drawing are used by practitioners to communicate the architectural and engineering design of a construction project. The traditional construction management classroom as well as construction industry practice still relies heavily on paper-based documents to manage its essential processes and deliverables such as CAD, technical drawings, models, blueprints, manuals, proposals, schedules, estimates, and reports.
I created effective lesson on reading and interpreting construction drawings, details, specifications and models in digital format.
BIM 3D-4D-5D
I developed and directed teaching (for undergraduate and postgraduate level) on the Introduction to Building Information Modelling, basic 3D modelling, BIM in project management, BIM for time and project scheduling, and BIM for estimating and take-off processes.
Collaboration Technologies
I conducted an interactive lesson and in-class activities on project management, collaboration and team communication using BaseCamp software.
VR Site Visits
I conducted an interactive digital environment. I introduced a simple Google VR activities for a project site visit and field trip assignment. The Google VR kit includes:
- Google Cardboard (I spent my own money to purchase 10 units)
- Smartphone (iOS or Android)
- Apps (free) such as Google Cardboard, Google Street View, Google Earth, and Expeditions.
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Postgraduate
1. RMT553: Organisations and Management (4 units)
Developed and directed special topic on the innovation in construction organisation, adoption and acceptance, disruptive innovation, and entrepreneurial development. Lectured, advised students, and design assignments and exams.
2. RMT554: Development Management and Design Economics (4 units)
Lectured and newly designed course material for the MSc Project Management course on Planning and Property Development topics: Urban space; Urban planning; Planning policy; Law and regulations; Planning obligation, community and infrastructure levy; Urban planning issues; Urban growth and decline; Re-development, urban regeneration and sustainability; Private Infrastructure and public interest and Urban mega-projects. Advised student, designed assignments, in-class activities and exams, and directed student presentations.
3. RML552: Research Project in Project Management (8 units)
Instructed and developed course materials on research methodology: quantitative techniques and mixed-method research. Supervised student’s dissertation.
4. RMT558: Construction and Facilities Management (4 units)
Developed and directed a course on site management and organisation of construction project, and application of IT and BIM for site management. Lectured, advised students, designed assignments and exams, and supervised group project.
5. RMG561: Information And Communication Technology In Project Management (6 units)
Proposed a new course for MSc Project Management programme which aims to cover topics on Building Information Modelling (BIM), digital information management, technology management, application of advanced visualisation and interactive technologies, virtual design and construction (VDC) practice, and collaboration technologies. Course framework and documents under preparation, expected to offer 2020.
Undergraduate
1. RMS101: Fundamentals of Construction Project Management Studio (7 units)
Developed and directed a project-based learning and teaching approach. Topics included: land development process, feasibility studies, site analysis and site selection, development concept and master plan, and project financial feasibility i.e. Cost And Benefit Analysis (CBA). Guided and supervised project assignments and student presentations. Introduced the application of Google Cardboard (Google VR) for project site visit and field trips.
2. RMS102: Construction Project Management Competency Studio (7 units)
Developed and directed teaching on the introduction BIM in Construction Management, interpretation of 2D drawings and 3D models, hands-on computer-aided drawings software and models using Autodesk AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu and Autodesk Revit.
3. RMG131: Digital Practices in Construction (3 units)
Proposed and developed a new course for BSc Construction Management, expected to offer in 2020. Content of the syllabus includes: Theories, concept and practice of digital innovation and technologies; Technology diffusion and knowledge transfer; Information and communication technology (ICT) in construction project management practices; Computer-aided design and visualisation; Procurement systems; Electronic document management systems; Collaborative working systems; Mobile technology; Building and engineering applications; Building Information Modelling (BIM) in construction project management; and Trends in the digital practices.
4. RMK153: Principles of Construction Economics (3 units)
Developed and directed teaching on construction economics topics to the 244 undergraduate students. Topics included: investment in construction economic growth, the global construction market, and international construction. Conducted in-class activities, exams and assignments.
5. RMK252: Principles of Project Management (3 units)
Developed and directed teaching on BIM in project management, project scheduling, 4D BIM. Conducted in-class activities, exams and assignments.
6. RQB261: E-measurement (3 units)
Developed and directed teaching on 5D BIM to the Quantity Surveying undergraduate students, covered specifically on the introduction of BIM for estimating and take-off processes, hands-on using Autodesk Revit (Schedule and Material Take-off tool). Conducted in-class activity and online test.
7. RUS104: Integrated Studio I (7 units)
Lecturer for the first-year integrated studio course, with 240 students from multiple programs: design-based and non-design based students. Directed a studio course on basic and advanced drawing element in designs. Conducted and organized critique sessions on drawings and spatial designs. Organized an academic trip.
8. RUS105: Integrated Studio II (7 units)
Lecturer for the first-year integrated studio course, with 139 students. Developed and directed a studio course on project development comprises of a feasibility study, development concept, planning, tendering and implementation. Developed new project brief on layout plan, concept, bubble diagram and alternatives, and added value in building and innovations. Conducted and organized critique sessions, site visit and academic trip. Planned and organized hands-on activities to encourage active student participation, involvement and teamwork, and critical thinking.
9. BENV1382: Social Responsibility & Professional Ethics (Tutor)
Tutor for Assoc. Professor Sidney Newton. Coached and met with students upon request, and graded all written work, including exam papers.
10. BENV1192: Project Management (Tutor)
Tutor for Assoc. Professor Sidney Newton in BENV1192: Project Management. Monitored and assisted students who were acquiring hands-on skills with project management software (i.e. BaseCamp).
11. BENV2813: Construction Business Practice & Marketing (Guest Lecture)
Guest Lecturer for Dr Shamas-ur-Rehman Toor in BENV2813: Construction Business Practice & Marketing. Prepared and developed lectures on “E-business in construction” and “Web-Based Project Management System (WPMS) in construction”.
12. BLDG1302: Construction and Property Economics (Tutor)
Tutor for Dr Imriyas Kamardeen. Guided students to understand and use Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) and financial appraisal methods for analysing the feasibility of projects, and graded all assessment tasks.