General information
Biography
- M.Phil., Computer Assisted Learning - Structural Analysis & Design, Loughborough University, 1998.
- M.Sc., Computer Science, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge.
- P.G.C.E., University of Greenwich (Garnett College) London, 1986.
- B.Sc. (Hons) Civil Engineering (Numerical Analysis) Swansea University, 1985.
- Head of Computing, Principal Lecturer, University of Northampton,2002-present.
- Acting Associate Dean (Operations) University of Northampton, 2008.
- Principal Lecturer, University of Northampton,1992-2002.
- Senior Lecturer, University of Northampton, 1989-1992.
- Lecturer II, University of Northampton, 1987-1989.
- Lecturer II, Computing & Civil Engineering, Thames Valley University, 1986-1987.
External Examiner
- BSc Digital Solutions, Interactive Multimedia, Multimedia, Multimedia Technology & Applications at London Metropolitan University (2008-2013)
- MSc Computing, Internet Technology and e-Commerce, Internet Technology, Distributed Computing Systems, Computer Systems and Networking, Data Warehousing and Data Mining, Enterprise Software Engineering, Mobile Computing and Communications courses at University of Greenwich (2006-2010)
- BSc Computing, Software Engineering, Computer Games Development, Multimedia Games Development at University of Central Lancashire (2004-2008)
- BSc Computing courses at Shenzhen University, Guangdong, China (2005-2008)
- BSc Computing courses at UDA (Spengergasse, Vienna & Leonding, Linz) Austria (2005-2008)
- BSc Computing, Computer Network Technology, Systems Management, Information Systems Design at DEI (Thessaloniki) Greece (2007-2008)
- Foundation Year at South Bank University (1998-2002)
- HND/C at Buckinghamshire New University (1998-2002)
- HNC at East Berkshire College (2001-2002)
External Advisor
- External Validation Advisor for Franchise of BSc (Hons) Computing, BSc (Hons) Computing (Multimedia), BSc (Hons) Computing Network Technology to DEI Bachelor and Masters Degrees, Thessaloniki, Greece (05/2007)
- External Validation Advisor for the BSc Computing by Distance Learning at the University of East London (05/2006)
- External Validation Advisor for Franchise of BSc Computing courses at UDA (Spengergasse, Vienna & Leonding, Linz) Austria (06/2005)
Professional Membership and Advisory Bodies
- Member of the British Computer Society (MBCS)
- Chartered IT Professional (CITP)
- Council of Professors and Heads of Computing
How to contact me
| Email: | gary.hill@northampton.ac.uk |
| Telephone: | +44 1604 735500 x 3077 or +44 1604 893077 direct dial |
| Room | MX04 - Mobile Room 4 |
| Postal address: | School of Applied Sciences, University of Northampton, Northampton, NN2 6JD, UK. |
Teaching
Courses
- BSc Computing: Dissertation, Graphics Programming, Problem Solving & Programming
- MSc Computing (Internet Technology): Java Programming
Research
Research Papers and Presentations
Turner S, Hill G, Adams (2009) "Robots in problem solving in programming" 9th 1-day Teaching of Programming Workshop, University of Bath, 6th April 2009.
Minai A., Turner S., Hill G. J., (2008) Motivational Differences In Learning Internet Programming Between The Arts And Computing Students, 9th Annual Conference of the Subject Centre for Information and Computer Sciences, Liverpool Hope University, 26th - 28th August 2008, p197, ISBN 978-0-9559676-0-3
Turner S., Hill G. J., (2007) Robots in Problem-Solving and Programming 8th Annual Conference of the Subject Centre for Information and Computer Sciences, University of Southampton, 28th - 30th August 2007, pp 82-85 ISBN 0-978-0-9552005-7-1
Turner S., Hill G. J., (2006) The Inclusion of Robots Within The Teaching OF Problem Solving: Preliminary Results, 7th Annual Conference of the ICS HE Academy, Trinity College, Dublin, 29th - 31st August 2006, Proceedings pg 241-242 ISBN 0-9552005-3-9
Sealey B. J., Hill G. J., Phillips P. S., (2001) Review of Strategy for Recycling and Reuse of Waste Materials, Recycling and Reuse of Waste Materials , International Symposium, Dundee University, Thomas Telford, 19-20 March, pp 325-335, ISBN 0 7277 2992 6 (Ed. R K Dhir, M Limbachiya, M McCarthy).
Sealey B. J., Phillips P. S., Hill G. J. (2001) Waste Management in the Ready-Mixed Concrete Industry: key issues for future consideration , Concrete Communication Conference - 11th Annual BCA/Concrete Society Conference, UMIST, 3-4 July, Published in the proceedings, British Cement Association Publication 98.004, pp. 307-316, ISBN 0 7210 1581 6
Austin S A, Dickens J G and Hill G, (1992) Experience of using an authoring language to produce CAL teaching software for structural analysis, Proceedings Conference on Education for Structural Engineering, Nottingham University, Innovative Press, 16-18 September, pp 197-204, ISBN 0 9519802 0 3.
Journal Papers
Turner S., Hill G. J., (2008) Robots within the teaching of Problem-Solving, ITALICS, HEA-ICS, Volume 7 Issue 1, June 2008, pp. 108-119, ISSN: 1473-7507.
Sealey B. J, Phillips P. S., Hill G. J., (2001) Waste management issues for the UK ready-mixed concrete industry, Resources Conservation and Recycling, International Journal of Sustainable Resource Management and Environmental Efficiency, Elsevier Volume 32 Issue 3-4, July, pp. 321 - 331 (Ed. Adam D. Read).
Bedford C., Buckle D., Hill G. J., (1999) Climbing and Kalashnikovs in the Southern Caucasus, Alpine Journal 1999 Volume 104 No 348, pp 136-146 ISBN 0-948153-59-8.
Research Supervision
- 2006: MPhil Completion, Minimisation and Re-Use of Mixed Concrete Waste (2nd Supervisor).
Recent conference attendance:
- JICC9: Java & the Internet in the Computing Curriculum Conference, London Metropolitan University 30/01/05
- JICC8: Java & the Internet in the Computing Curriculum Conference, London Metropolitan University 26/01/04
- JICC7: Java & the Internet in the Computing Curriculum Conference, London Metropolitan University 27/01/03
- JICC6: Java & the Internet in the Computing Curriculum Conference, University of North London 21/01/02
Research grants
- 2000-2001: £36,000, Minimisation and Re-Use of Mixed Concrete Waste, ENTRUST (The Environmental Trust Scheme Regulatory Body Limited) , January 2000
Research Topics
- 2D/3D Graphics
- Graphics & Visualisation
- 3D Computer Modelling
- Problem Solving & Programming
- Computer Assisted Learning
- Web-based Learning & Assessment
- Learning & Assessment of Java
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Administration
University Committees/Offices
- Senior Admisissions Tutor (2008-present)
- Mitigating Circumstances Panel (Chair/Member)
- Examination Boards (Chair/Member)
- E-Strategy Workgroup (2006-present)
- Course Validation Panels (Chair/Member)
- Lifelong Learning Committee (2006-2008)
- External Examiners' Committee (School Representative 2003-present)
- Committee for Taught Programmes (School Representative 2004-2006)
School Committees
- School Academic Board
- School Executive
- School Health & Safety
- Quality Standads & Enhancement Committee
School Offices
- Field Chair for Computer Systems (BSc Computing awards in Computing, Computer Networks Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Graphics & Visualisation, Internet Technology & Security, Mobile Computing & Software Engineering) (2003-present)
- Admissions Tutor for BSc, HND/C Computing (2000-present)
- First Year Leader, BSc Computing (2001-present)
- Course Leader, HND Computer Systems Engineering (2000-2005)
- Course Leader, HNC Computer Systems Engineering (2000-2005)
- Budget Holder, Computing Division (2001-present)
Other Interests and Links
- Mountaineering (Alpine Club, FRCC & AAC), Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking (member of CATS MBC) Cycling, Photography & Swimming.