Hello, I'm Aphiwe Elihle Mthembu

Electrical & Electronic Engineer

I'm Aphiwe Mthembu, an Electrical and Electronic Engineering student passionate about building intelligent, efficient systems that bridge hardware and software. I enjoy solving complex technical problems through code, simulation, and innovation. My mission is to design solutions that are both practical and future-focused.

Johannesburg, South Africa

"Build with purpose, learn without limits."

Engineering ideas into reality, one solution at a time.

"The best way to predict the future is to invent it." — Alan Kay

Experience

Academic & Technical Content Creator – Livingston Research

2023–Present

Deliver academic and technical content in STEM subjects, focusing on electrical engineering, mathematics, and computer science. Maintain high standards of quality and originality under deadline pressure. Honed skills in technical writing, client communication, and remote project delivery.

Tutor – Tutors SA

2021–Present
Tutored matric-level students in core science subjects, tailoring explanations to individual learning styles. Emphasised concept mastery and exam techniques. All students I mentored passed their final exams, with measurable improvement in subject confidence and test performance.

Date Registered: 13 Jan 2025 (19:07)
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Profile Name: Aphiwe Elihle Mthembu

Engineering Student & Project Researcher – University of Johannesburg

2023–Present

Participated in multiple team-based engineering projects, including diagnosing water shortages, analysing power disruptions, and conducting user-impact studies on university bus delays. Designed a stimulus tent for special needs learners. Strengthened technical reporting, stakeholder engagement, and systems thinking.

Technical Skills

Programming & Simulation: C++, Python, MATLAB/Octave, Arduino, OpenMP
Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React
Engineering Tools: AutoCAD, Multisim, LTspice, Proteus, LabView
Data & Analysis: Excel (advanced), Statistical Modelling, Reporting
Platforms: Git, GitHub, Zoom, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite

Academic & Research

Technical writing, academic research, project-based learning, simulation, fieldwork

Soft Skills

Communication, team collaboration, critical thinking, adaptability, client focus

Projects

Health & Safety Bracelet

Built a Health and Safety Bracelet.

HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Safe Pulse

Water Level Sensor & Crisis Analysis

Led research on technical and environmental causes of water shortages in Johannesburg. Analysed power failures, infrastructure strain, and climate patterns to produce actionable recommendations.

Research, Systems Thinking, Data Analysis, Technical Writing

Project Summary

Interactive Blockchain Website (In Progress)

Developing a site explaining blockchain fundamentals with real-time data, crypto stats, educational articles, and interactive components.

HTML, CSS, JS, React, API Integration

Live Demo (Coming Soon)

Gravity Data Analyzer – Jupiter

Analysed experimental gravity data from Jupiter using a custom-built C++ program, with statistical tools and OpenMP for parallel processing.

C++, OpenMP, Data Visualization, Numerical Methods

GitHub Repository

Contact

Send me an email UJ Student Email Connect on WhatsApp

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa