MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
Basic Info
Course Name: MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
Students: 1st & 2nd Year College Students
Class Size: around 100 students
Location: A public university in Mianyang city, Sichuan province
Start Date: Spring 2026
Teaching Period: No less than 8 Weeks (Offline)
Contract: One Semester
Course Description
Concepts of stress and strain, stress-strain relationships, shear and moment diagrams, shear and moment by integration, torsion in shafts, bending and axial loads on determinate beams, Stress Transformation.
Job Highlights
1. Visa application fee reimbursement
2. Free round trip air tickets
3. Free accommodation
4. Medical & Accidental Insurance
Job Responsibilities
1. Make a curriculum plan according to the requirements of the university, prepare lesson plans carefully, teach flexibly, and accomplish teaching tasks and goals efficiently;
2. Submit teaching documents regularly according to university's requirements based on the teaching progress, including course notes, slides, classroom exercises, and homework;
3. According to the university’s exam regulations, submit exam papers on time and assist the university in completing invigilation, grading, timely complete student grade registration and feedback reports.
Job Requirements
1. Candidate must willing come to China to teach the course in person;
2. Language requirements: English (USA/UK/Canada/Australia/New Zealand is preferred);
3. Master's degree or above is required for undergraduate instruction;
4. Patient and enthusiastic for teaching with high sense of responsibility;
5. More than 3 years’ teaching or training experience is preferred;
6. Understanding American higher education system, test methods and requirements.
Location
Nestled in northern Sichuan Province, Mianyang serves as the region's second-largest city (population 5 million) just 120 kilometers northeast of Chengdu. This strategically important location places it between the fertile Sichuan Basin and the rugged Min Mountains, with the Fujiang River winding through downtown. The city is a key transportation node on the high-speed rail line connecting Chengdu (45 minutes) to Xi'an (3 hours).
City Profile
As China's "Science and Technology City," Mianyang hosts prestigious research institutes like the China Academy of Engineering Physics while maintaining a relaxed lifestyle. The city blends cutting-edge aerospace industries with traditional Sichuan culture, offering foreign educators opportunities at Southwest University of Science and Technology and other growing academic institutions at lower living costs than Chengdu.
Cultural Scene
Discover Sichuan's intangible cultural heritage at the Mianyang Museum or weekend opera performances at the People's Park teahouse. The city's growing international community enjoys monthly cultural exchanges at Ziyun Café, while the annual Mianyang International Science and Technology Festival (October) showcases the city's innovative spirit.
Must-See Attractions
- Yuewang Tower: Historic Tang Dynasty architecture overlooking the river
- Fule Mountain: Scenic hiking with Buddhist temple complexes
- Sichuan Nuclear Technology Museum: Unique insights into China's scientific achievements
- Xianhai Wetland Park: Serene lakeside walks near downtown
- Qiqushan Park: Panoramic city views and ancient cliff carvings
Culinary Specialties
Mianyang's cuisine showcases authentic Sichuan flavors with local twists:
- Mianyang Rice Noodles (绵阳米粉): Breakfast staple with spicy bone broth
- Cold Chicken with Chili Sauce (口水鸡): Sichuan classic available everywhere
- Anzhou Pea Pancakes (安州豆饼): Crispy local street food
- Bao'en Temple Vegetarian Dishes: Buddhist-inspired meat-free options