Nokulunga Dlamini

Nokulunga Dlamini

Undergraduate process trainee

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    STEM MENTOR| TRAINING FACILITATOR| EDUCATOR| VIRTUAL REALITY PRACTITIONER| RESEARCHER|TRANSPORT MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGIES|INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER.

  • Education

    • Tshwane University of Technology

      2021 - 2023
      Master of Engineering - MEng Cum Laude Industrial Engineering

      Activities and Societies: Tutor, researcher Dissertation title: Adopting Virtual Reality as a Training Tool for Work Integrated Learning: Press-cutting Machine for rail / automotive Components Manufacturing.

    • Vaal University of Technology

      2012 - 2014
      National Diploma Industrial engineering.

      Activities and Societies: Appointed to be part of the first year leadership boot camp organized by the university. Member of Student Christian Organization and alleviating department. I have completed my theoretical studies in Industrial engineering . Looking forward to the corporate world. Am so in love with industrial engineering, solving problems , becoming a solution provider, making the work place more efficient and effective.

    • Vaal University of Technology

      2016 - 2017
      Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Industrial Engineering 73%

      Activities and Societies: Tutoring and mentoring 1st and 3rd year students in the Industrial engineering department both academical and personal. I am a member of the student Christian Organization. List of modules i have completed in my Btech Industrial engineering: production technology, system dynamics, information systems, project engineering,logistics engineering and research engineering

  • Experience

    • VOLKSWAGEN OF SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD

      Jan 2015 - Dec 2015
      Undergraduate process trainee

      • Prepare and update all engineering documentation necessary to paint the car body.• Analyze material handling equipment for effectiveness. Implement or propose more effective methods or equipment that can be used for material handling. Implement method studies to salvage non-conforming materials.• Implementing work instructions and visual aids to inform the operator of the best operating procedure. To assist production in supplying a quality product to their customers (Liaison between Body shop & Paint shop), execute, and control new processes procedures, production changes and new tooling introductions.• Furthermore, liaise with suppliers/contractors to find new materials, equipment, and facilities to continuously improve and assist production. Investigate process-related problems and implement improvements. Give advice and assist with solving process problems, and quality problems.• Lastly, to coordinate and assist in line trials of new products and equipment to complete and issue standard operational sheets for routine operating procedures. Show less

    • Vaal University of Technology

      Jan 2016 - Dec 2017
      Industrial EngineeringTutor

      • Tutoring Production Engineering 1, Leadership Engineering 3, Manufacturing relations.• Assisting the lecturer with marking and class monitoring.• Mentoring and aiding students both academically and personally.* Equipping and encouraging students to reach their best academic excellence.

    • EL-Exalted Group of Companies

      Jan 2018 - now
      Founder & Director

      Consultation services: For all your company registration, tax compliance, business development, etc in South Africa. Academics, career guidance, school projects consultation to students: primary school learner's level to University students level.

    • Tshwane University of Technology

      Apr 2021 - Oct 2021
      Industrial Engineering Tutor

      • Providing tutoring sessions to final year industrial engineering undergraduate student on the modules: engineering system dynamics and engineering business management.• Enriching, and equipping their minds and mental state to achieve their level best academic excellence.• Consistently follow up on their schoolwork and performance. Aiding them on how to effectively write their assignments and prepare for tests and exams.• Assist the designated lecturer with class monitoring, marking, and invigilating. Show less

    • X-Reality Lab

      Nov 2021 - Nov 2022
      Instructional Designer

      • Creating engaging virtual reality learning activities and compiling course content• Working with subject matter experts such as developers, product managers and identifying training needs• Applying tested instructional design theories, practices, and methods.• Set learning outcomes and evaluate new eLearning materials• Create educational podcasts, and content• Design and revamp both new and established learning models • Implement feedback from program reviews• Train users and facilitators on how to deliver learning material• Research new innovations in both learning design and education Show less

    • Tshwane University of Technology

      Nov 2022 - Nov 2024
      Research Assistant

      • Research assistant at the Future Transport Manufacturing Technology SARChI chair.• Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research. • Making presentations at national and international conferences and similar events. • Continually update knowledge and understanding in the field or specialism and develop skills. • Dealing with problems which may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines • Analysing and interpreting the results of own research and generating original ideas based on outcomes. • Using new research techniques and methods. • Using initiative and creativity to identify areas for research, develop new research methods, and extend the research portfolio. • Using creativity to analyze and interpret research data and draw conclusions on the outcomes. • To engage in continuous professional development and be responsible for continually updating knowledge and understanding in the field of study or specialism and for developing skills. Show less

    • University of Helsinki

      Aug 2024 - Oct 2024
      Visiting Researcher

      Digital Academics in Africa

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Dream Builder Certificate

      The Dream Builder for Women Business Creator
      Oct 2022
    • McKinsey Forward Program

      McKinsey & Company
      Nov 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Mentorship Programme

      University of Pretoria
      Mar 2022
    • HUAWEI WOMEN4TECH DIGITAL SKILLS FOR TRAINING

      Huawei
      Aug 2021
    • National Certificate Interactive Media

      Go4IR
      May 2022
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Nokulunga Dlamini
      Overall best dissertation master of industrial engineering Department of Industrial Engineering. Tshwane University of Technology Nov 2024 Overall top performance masters graduate student with full research dissertation
    • Awarded to Nokulunga Dlamini
      First place top research outputs by postgraduate student Tshwane University of Technology Nov 2023 Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment First-place research output postgraduate student 2023
    • Awarded to Nokulunga Dlamini
      Top Ten Finalist- 2023 TUT Innovation challange Innovation and technology Transfer Office Nov 2023 More than 100 participated in this innovative challenge. I was among the top ten finalists.
    • Awarded to Nokulunga Dlamini
      Second best masters presentation 2023 2023 GROWS WORKSHOP May 2023 She was selected by the Gibela Rail Consortium industry professionals and Tshwane University as the second-best presenter under the master's degree category.
    • Awarded to Nokulunga Dlamini
      2021-2022 National Research Foundation -DSI Grant Awardee National Research Fund of South Africa Jan 2021 Grant awardee to pursue Masters in Industrial Engineering.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Circle Program Head-eSwatini

      Issued by WomEng on Jan 2022
      WomEngAssociated with Nokulunga Dlamini
    • Head of Innovation-South Africa

      Issued by Crushing the Barriers Incorporated on Jan 2021
      Crushing the Barriers IncorporatedAssociated with Nokulunga Dlamini