Abongile Bele
Pretoria
Summary
Multifaceted Lecturer with 8 years of expertise in adapting presentations to reach students of diverse backgrounds. Expert in leveraging in-depth knowledge and experience in materials science to provide relevant information and first-hand experiences. Known for great personable demeanor and strong work ethic.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lecturer
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Physics)
1 2021 - Current
- Lecturing physics 1 and physics 2 students
- Course coordination including administration on marks.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success
Junior Lecturer
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Physics)
2018.01 - 2020.12
- Lecturing physics 1 students
- Course coordination including administration on marks.
Tutor
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Mathematics)
1 2015 - 2016.12
- Tutoring maths 1 students
- Administration of marks.
Chief Demonstrator
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Physics)
2016.01 - 2016.12
- Facilitating the physics practicals for the first year physics students and also responsible for supervising other tutors and demonstrators
- Administration of practicals and marks.
Practical Demonstrator
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Medical Physics)
2015.01 - 2015.12
- Facilitating the biophysics practicals for the first year MBCHB and BDS students
- Administration of marks.
Education
B.Sc. -
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Pretoria, South Africa 2013.01 - 2015.12
B.Sc. Honours -
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Pretoria, South Africa 2016.01 - 2016.12
M.Sc. -
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Pretoria, South Africa 2017.01 - 2019.12
PhD - Physics (Materials Science)
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Pretoria, South Africa 2021.01 - 2023.12
Skills
Lecture development
Online Class Discussion
Academic Publication
Discussion Facilitation
Studentssupervision
- Mr. E Nkuna, MSc Physics: Analysis of the structure, morphology, and photoluminescence properties of CaAl2O4 triple-doped with Y3+, Er3+-and Tb3+ concentration prepared by citrate sol-gel method, Graduated (Cum-laude), 2023-2024
- Mr B Munyai, MSc Physics: Effect of Tb3+ on structure, morphology and photoluminescence properties of BaAl2O4/MgAl2O4: Eu3+ mixed phase nanophosphors, In progress, 2023-
Researchpublications
- A. Bele, M.R. Mhlongo, L.F. Koao, T.E. Motaung, T. D. Malevu, T.T. Hlatshwayo, S. Mpelane, M. Mlambo, S.V. Motloung, Effects of varying Sm3+ concentration on the structure, morphology and photoluminescence properties of the BaAl2O4 /CaAl2O4/Ca4Al6O13/Ca3Al2O6:x% Sm3+ (0 ≤ x ≤ 1.9) mixed phases using citrate sol-gel method, Heliyon 8 (2022) e12573., https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12573
- A. Bele, M.R. Mhlongo, L.F. Koao, T.E. Motaung, R.E. Kroon, T.T. Hlatshwayo, S.V. Motloung, The structural, morphological and optical studies on BaAl2O4/MgAl2O4/ MgO:x% Gd3+ (0 ≤ x ≤ 1.1) mixed phases synthesized by sol-gel method, Physica B: Physics of Condensed Matter (2023), doi: 10.1016/j.physb.2023.415525, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physb.2023.415525
- E. Nkuna, M.R. Mhlongo, C. Dlamini, LT Melato, A. Bele, V.M. Maphiri, Impact of trivalent Yttrium on the structural and optical properties of CaAl2O4: New frontier in supercapacitor positive electrode, 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e33274
Conferencesproceedings
SAIP 2019 (University of Venda, Limpopo), A Bele, LT Selepe, ME Sithole, The effect of iron-particles on the electrical properties of n-GaSb semiconductor material. ISBN: 978-0-620-88875-2
Communityengagements
- Mentor, 2014-2017
- South Point House Committee member, 2014
- Mentor Coordinator, 2018-Current
Personal Information
- ID Number: 960414 6098 082
- Citizenship: South African
- Date of Birth: 04/14/96
- Gender: Male
References
- Prof. ME Sithole, Associate Professor, Department of Physics, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, enoch.sithole@smu.ac.za, 084 357 0074
- Dr MR Mhlongo, Senior Lecturer, Acting HOD, Department of Physics, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, rebecca.mhlongo@smu.ac.za, 083 448 6374
- Prof LF Koao, Associate Professor, Physics Department, University of Free State, koaoLF@ufs.ac.za, 073 062 8831
Timeline
PhD - Physics (Materials Science)
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
2021.01 - 2023.12
Junior Lecturer
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Physics)
2018.01 - 2020.12
M.Sc. -
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
2017.01 - 2019.12
B.Sc. Honours -
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
2016.01 - 2016.12
Chief Demonstrator
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Physics)
2016.01 - 2016.12
Practical Demonstrator
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Medical Physics)
2015.01 - 2015.12
B.Sc. -
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
2013.01 - 2015.12
Lecturer
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Physics)
1 2021 - Current
Tutor
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (Dept. of Mathematics)
1 2015 - 2016.12
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