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jihaad chilwanVerified
BSc mechanical and mechatronic engineering · 3rd year · UCT
💻 Online · 📍 in person in Lansdowne, Cape Town
★5.0(5 reviews)21 hrs on UpMark
21
hrs tutored on UpMark
5.0
average rating
1 yr
tutoring experience
Accepts 100% of bookings · no late cancellations in the last 3 months
About
I focus on the core fundamentals and explain why things work, not just how. I use plenty of examples and give insight into everything you need to know for each topic. I also teach you how to approach questions, with a clear methodology you can apply to any problem.
Credentials
89% Maths83% Phys SciBSc mechanical and mechatronic engineering · 3rd year · UCT
ModulesPhysics A for engineers, Physics B for engineers, Calculus, Vector Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Engineering Mechanics, engineering dynamics
Accolades98% vector calculus
Teaching style
Calm & patientExam-focusedPatientConfidence-buildingPast-paper drilling
No topic strengths listed yet.
Doesn't cover
Atomic combinations (Gr 11)Intermolecular forces (Gr 11)Energy and chemical change (Gr 11)Types of reactions (Gr 11)Exploiting the lithosphere (Gr 11)Electrochemical reactions (Gr 12)Organic chemistry (Gr 12)Organic macromolecules / polymers (Gr 12)The chemical industry (Gr 12)Representing chemical change (balancing equations) (Gr 12)Intermolecular forces (Gr 12)Energy and chemical change (Gr 12)
Lessons
SubjectsMathematics, Physical Sciences
GradesGrade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Session lengths1 hour / 1.5 hours / 2 hours
ApproachHomework set each time, Recap → teach → practice, Student brings the questions
ModeOnline · in person in Lansdowne, Cape Town
Experience
Tutoring experience1 year
On UpMark21 hrs on UpMark
Availability
Mon18:00–20:30
Tue15:30–19:30
Wed15:30–17:00, 19:00–20:30
Thu19:00–20:30
Sat09:00–11:30
Sun09:00–11:30
Student reviews by topic
Electric circuits★★★★★5.0· 1 review
“breaks down and explains complex topics into a simple structured and easy to understand format in a short time , perfect for exam preparation or just general understanding or even mastery for both physics and maths. allowed my grades to improve noticeably” — Learner
Geometry of 2D shapes★★★★★5.0· 1 review
“I highly recommend this mathematics tutor. He is an excellent teacher who explains mathematical concepts clearly, patiently, and in a way that is easy to understand. He has a great ability to identify areas where the student needs support and adapt his teaching style accordingly.” — Learner
What students say (5)
★5.0(5 reviews)
Oct 2026
Grade 11 learner
★★★★★
“breaks down and explains complex topics into a simple structured and easy to understand format in a short time , perfect for exam preparation or just general understanding or even mastery for both physics and maths. allowed my grades to improve noticeably”
Ansaar, Grade 9
★★★★★
“I highly recommend this mathematics tutor. He is an excellent teacher who explains mathematical concepts clearly, patiently, and in a way that is easy to understand. He has a great ability to identify areas where the student needs support and adapt his teaching style accordingly.”
Ansaar, Grade 9
★★★★★
“The lessons are well-structured, engaging, and focused on building both understanding and confidence. They are always encouraging, professional, and he is willing to explain concepts in different ways until the student fully understands. Highly recommended.”
Learner
Attended this class
★★★★★
“Tutor was very professional and helped me to understand difficult concepts .”