Sipokazi Mabuwa
Senior Lecture Mechanical Engineering
Durban
Summary
A distinguished mechanical engineering academic and researcher with extensive experience in both teaching and practical laboratory environments. Currently a Senior Lecturer at Durban University of Technology, with a demonstrated ability to advance mechanical engineering knowledge through innovative research, effective teaching methodologies, and active participation in professional and academic communities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Lecturer
Durban University of Technology
1 2024 - Current
- Courses: Design Engineering 1, Fluid Mechanics III, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
Lecturer
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
05.2021 - 12.2023
- Courses Taught: Physical Science, Engineering Thermodynamics, Steam Plant, Research Methodology, Engineering Design Project
Strength of Materials Laboratory Technician
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
07.2013 - 04.2021
Metrology Laboratory Technician
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
03.2012 - 06.2013
CNC Programmer and Operator Trainee (in-service training)
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
07.2010 - 12.2011
Education
Doctor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) - Mechanical Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Bellville 04.2001 - 05.2022
Masters in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Btech in Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Grade 12 - undefined
J. S. Skenjana S.S.S
Skills
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
CNC Programming
EdgeCAM
CATIA V5
AutoCAD (2D and 3D)
SolidWorks
Project Management
Journal Review and Editing Experience
Professional Demeanor
Academic Publication
Classroom Management
Public Speaking
Affiliations
- Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) Candidate
- American Society of Materials (ASM)
Achievementsandrecognitions
- Research Excellence Award in Publication: Silver Award Winner (CPUT - DHET 2020 and 2021)
- Sisonke Supervision Mentoring Programme: Mentor Award 2023, Mentee Award 2022
- Keynote Speaker: 5th International Conference on Material Strength and Applied Mechanics (MSAM 2022), 8th International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering, France 2023.
- Technical Program Committee member at several international conferences
- First Black South African Female to graduate with a Doctor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
Publicationsandeditorialroles
I have extensive publications in prestigious journals and have served as a guest editor for multiple journals. A full list of publications is available on [Google Scholar](https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=xesmeVAAAAAJ&hl=en).
Researchinterests
- Friction Stir Welding
- Friction Stir Processing
- Material Characterization
- TIG Welding
- Additive Manufacturing
- Intra-layer Friction Stir Additive Manufacturing
Shortcourses
- CATIA V5
- Dimensional Metrology 1 & 2
- Introduction to Metrology
- Firefighting
- First Aid
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/01/89
- Nationality: South African
References
- Velaphi Msomi, University of South Africa, msomiv@unisa.ac.za, +27 64 758 2866
- Modify Kaunda, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, kaundam@cput.ac.za, +27 21 953 8642
- Vuyokazi Mzingelwa, Eskom, MzingeV@eskom.co.za, +27 73 288 8991
Timeline
Lecturer
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
05.2021 - 12.2023
Strength of Materials Laboratory Technician
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
07.2013 - 04.2021
Metrology Laboratory Technician
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
03.2012 - 06.2013
CNC Programmer and Operator Trainee (in-service training)
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
07.2010 - 12.2011
Doctor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) - Mechanical Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
04.2001 - 05.2022
Senior Lecturer
Durban University of Technology
1 2024 - Current
Masters in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Btech in Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Grade 12 - undefined
J. S. Skenjana S.S.S
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