SAIMC Academic Institutions & Educators Engagement Survey

After several decades the Society for Instrumentation, Automation, Mechatronics & Computer Engineering (SAIMC) is repositioning in the marketplace to align with global Digital Transformation, Sustainability and Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Skills Shortage.

Partner with SAIMC to co-create academic pathways that produce graduates who are not only academically and technically proficient but also socially conscious and industry ready. Together, we will shape a new generation of professionals equipped to lead sustainable transformation and inclusive excellence in engineering and automation.

Please help us the gain insights into your perspectives on the matter, by completing the following short positioning questionnaire.

Should you wish to participate in our prize draw (R 5 000, R 3 000 and R 1 000) on 30 November, you need to add your email address at the end of the survey.

Section 1: General Participation

1.I am aware of SAIMC and its role in the engineering and automation community.

2.I believe SAIMC can help produce graduates who are industry ready.

3.I am interested in collaborating with SAIMC on academic initiatives.

Section 2: Interest in Offerings

How likely are you to support the following SAIMC offerings? (1 = Not Likely, 5 = Very Likely)

4.Curriculum advisory panels with industry input

5.Joint research grants and innovation hubs

6.Guest lectures, faculty development, and student-industry immersion

7.Recognition through academic excellence awards

Section 3: Program-Specific Engagement

8.Which of the following SAIMC initiatives are you most interested in? (Select all that apply)

Curriculum Co-Design: Embedding sustainability and ethics into technical modules

Faculty-Industry Fellowships: Educators gain exposure to current industry practices

Graduate Employability Index: Joint tracking and improvement of student outcomes

9.What motivates you most to participate in SAIMC programs? (Select up to 2)

Section 4: Skills & Development

10.I feel confident in my current ability to prepare students for the job market.

11.I would benefit from additional support in the following areas: (Select all that apply)

Section 5: Final Thoughts

12.Would you be willing to collaborate with SAIMC on academic initiatives in your region?

Yes

No

Maybe

13.Please share any suggestions or expectations you have for SAIMC’s academic programs:

14.Your email address (optional but required if you would like to be entered into the draw)