Engineering Your Future Professor Roy Simons OBE CEng FIET Professional Registration Adviser E-mail: rsimonstheiet

1. Engineering Your Future Professor Roy Simons OBE CEng FIET Professional Registration Adviser E-mail: rsimons@theiet.org Greeting. Here to tell you About the IET The benefits of membership and professional registration. How to become a member and the steps to becoming professionally registered. Some of you may already be members so this is a reminder of the benefits available to you Please ask questions as we go along Greeting. Here to tell you About the IET The benefits of membership and professional registration. How to become a member and the steps to becoming professionally registered. Some of you may already be members so this is a reminder of the benefits available to you Please ask questions as we go along

2. In September 2005 the IEE and the IIE voted in favour of a joint proposal for the creation of a new institution. The name better represents the breadth of technology areas that the Institution covers The Institution of Engineering and Technology is the largest professional engineering society in Europe and the second largest of its type in the world The IET reflects the interdisciplinary, global and inclusive nature of engineering. In September 2005 the IEE and the IIE voted in favour of a joint proposal for the creation of a new institution. The name better represents the breadth of technology areas that the Institution covers The Institution of Engineering and Technology is the largest professional engineering society in Europe and the second largest of its type in the world The IET reflects the interdisciplinary, global and inclusive nature of engineering.

3. What is The IET? A 21st Century Institution serving a global community engaged in engineering and technology Encompassing a wide range of disciplines including electrical electronics communications manufacturing computing software robotics nanotechnology mechanical structural Reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of engineering and technology

5. The Role of The IET Knowledge provider Renowned technical publisher High quality events and courses provider Qualifying body Voice of the profession In addition to representing the profession of electrical, electronic, manufacturing and systems engineering, The IET�� is a knowledge provide, providing a knowledge network for the dissemination and sharing knowledge is a world renowned publisher of books, journals, magazines and conference proceedings � more about these shortly delivers an extensive range high quality lectures, conferences, seminars and courses is a qualifying body for CEng, IEng and EngTech � I will talk more about professional registration later. is the voice for the profession � we contribute to submissions to government on topical or controversial issues and incorporate views of members as part of this. We also help to shape future policy and development through our Sector Panels and Expert Policy Groups.In addition to representing the profession of electrical, electronic, manufacturing and systems engineering, The IET�� is a knowledge provide, providing a knowledge network for the dissemination and sharing knowledge is a world renowned publisher of books, journals, magazines and conference proceedings � more about these shortly delivers an extensive range high quality lectures, conferences, seminars and courses is a qualifying body for CEng, IEng and EngTech � I will talk more about professional registration later. is the voice for the profession � we contribute to submissions to government on topical or controversial issues and incorporate views of members as part of this. We also help to shape future policy and development through our Sector Panels and Expert Policy Groups.

6. Benefits of Membership Stay informed with the latest information in your specialist field Premium networking opportunities Opportunity to gain a globally recognised qualification Other benefits include Benevolent Fund Professional Indemnity Insurance Discounts on software What can the IET offer? Access, through our events, conferences, publications and website, to the latest, qualified, technological information to enhance, as well as broaden and deepen, your knowledge and understanding To achieve today's demanding goals you will need access to the latest thinking and information. The breadth and depth of the information must be sufficient to meet our needs and it must also be easily accessible. The IET can provide you with this information and we undertake to ensure of it validity. The information provided can be tailored to be sector specific in order to meet your needs and requirements Opportunities to help you improve your network of contacts To help you achieve your targets it is becoming more and more important to utilise the expertise of others within your own sphere of industry. Meeting likeminded individuals within your own or other relevant industry sectors supplies opportunities to develop your knowledge and personal networks Guidance and support throughout your route to professional registration, to gain a globally recognised mark of excellence within the engineering profession. Other benefits include discounts on some selected software, Prof Indemnity Insurance and the Benevolent Fund which helps support members and their families financially and in other ways. There is also a Benevolent Fund Credit Card available. What can the IET offer? Access, through our events, conferences, publications and website, to the latest, qualified, technological information to enhance, as well as broaden and deepen, your knowledge and understanding To achieve today's demanding goals you will need access to the latest thinking and information. The breadth and depth of the information must be sufficient to meet our needs and it must also be easily accessible. The IET can provide you with this information and we undertake to ensure of it validity. The information provided can be tailored to be sector specific in order to meet your needs and requirements Opportunities to help you improve your network of contacts To help you achieve your targets it is becoming more and more important to utilise the expertise of others within your own sphere of industry. Meeting likeminded individuals within your own or other relevant industry sectors supplies opportunities to develop your knowledge and personal networks Guidance and support throughout your route to professional registration, to gain a globally recognised mark of excellence within the engineering profession. Other benefits include discounts on some selected software, Prof Indemnity Insurance and the Benevolent Fund which helps support members and their families financially and in other ways. There is also a Benevolent Fund Credit Card available.

7. Information services The world�s leading technical library INSPEC Books IET Journals and Proceedings Professional magazines IET Digital Library � www.ietdl.org Knowledge Networks The IET is a leading provider of engineering information. This is realised through the IET library, INSPEC, Knowledge Networks and Professional Magazines. The IET library is one of the most tangible benefits of membership, an essential tool for any serious professional (option click to 2 slides about what�s available from the library) Based in Savoy Place 74,000 books and reference documents 4,000 periodicals Research facilities Material available on-line through Knovel and Books 24x7 INSPEC (option click) World�s leading multidisciplinary bibliographic database covering the fields of physics, electronics and computing, manufacturing, production and mechanical engineering providing information to help engineers with research and to keep up-to-date with new developments in their industry In addition to the world renowned Wiring Regulations the IET also publishes: Books A range of books on subjects from communications technology to power and energy Journals and Proceedings (option click) Over 20 journals on a range of relevant topics Proceedings � 16 bi-monthly titles containing contributions in electrical, electronics, computing, control, communications and life science technologies Professional Magazines � more about these in the next slides IET Digital Library � holds more than 50,000 technical papers from journals and magazines from 1994. Browse the contents and abstracts and search for articles of interest Knowledge Networks � more detail about these later The IET is a leading provider of engineering information. This is realised through the IET library, INSPEC, Knowledge Networks and Professional Magazines. The IET library is one of the most tangible benefits of membership, an essential tool for any serious professional (option click to 2 slides about what�s available from the library) Based in Savoy Place 74,000 books and reference documents 4,000 periodicals Research facilities Material available on-line through Knovel and Books 24x7 INSPEC (option click) World�s leading multidisciplinary bibliographic database covering the fields of physics, electronics and computing, manufacturing, production and mechanical engineering providing information to help engineers with research and to keep up-to-date with new developments in their industry In addition to the world renowned Wiring Regulations the IET also publishes: Books A range of books on subjects from communications technology to power and energy Journals and Proceedings (option click) Over 20 journals on a range of relevant topics Proceedings � 16 bi-monthly titles containing contributions in electrical, electronics, computing, control, communications and life science technologies Professional Magazines � more about these in the next slides IET Digital Library � holds more than 50,000 technical papers from journals and magazines from 1994. Browse the contents and abstracts and search for articles of interest Knowledge Networks � more detail about these later

8. Library Services (1) Savoy Place 74,000 books 4,000 periodicals Research options

9. Library Services (2) Online access to: Knovel � a full-text database of over 500 scientific and engineering handbooks and references. It provides quick, authoritative answers to technical questions. IT Reference Library � collection of 200 IT books from major technology publishers, powered by Books 24 X 7

11. Journals and Proceedings Available in print or online at (www.theiet.org/publications) Over 20 journals on a range of relevant topics Proceedings � 16 bi-monthly titles containing contributions in electrical, electronics, computing, control, communications and life science technologies

12. Engineering and Technology Keep up to date with advances in engineering and technology The IET are the leading engineering publisher. As a Member you will receive The Review monthly. It provides an overview of general developments within the sectors covered by the IET with in depth articles on current �hot topics�. The Review is one of our flagship publication and has received awards for its content. The IET are the leading engineering publisher. As a Member you will receive The Review monthly. It provides an overview of general developments within the sectors covered by the IET with in depth articles on current �hot topics�. The Review is one of our flagship publication and has received awards for its content.

13. Seven specialist magazines There are also 7 professional magazines produced bi-monthly. As a members you will receive one magazine of your choice free with the option to subscribe to others. The IET also release publications such as journals, wiring matters, a Student and Graduate magazine and Flipside which is aimed at 11 to 16 year olds as well as many other publications. These publications ensure today's engineer has access to relevant, quality information at the relevant time.There are also 7 professional magazines produced bi-monthly. As a members you will receive one magazine of your choice free with the option to subscribe to others. The IET also release publications such as journals, wiring matters, a Student and Graduate magazine and Flipside which is aimed at 11 to 16 year olds as well as many other publications. These publications ensure today's engineer has access to relevant, quality information at the relevant time.

14. Knowledge Networks 40 virtual communities 8 industry sectors What are Knowledge Networks? They are: worldwide, communities of people with common professional and technical interests. enabling and promoting the sharing of knowledge and information both on-line and through a range of lectures, seminars and other events one of the best ways of sharing information and facilitating networking amongst engineers There are 40 Knowledge Networks, covering 8 main industry sectors (click on any of the picture for a sector to show the KN�s covered within that sector) The Network portfolio is continually being developed and new ones coming on board, They are interactive communities with Discussion Forums and we would welcome input from individuals to help increase their relevance. As a member you can register with as many Knowledge Networks as you wish, gaining full access to the latest developments within these areas. As a member of a Network you will also be sent regular updates on new developments in that area and information about relevant events. Networks are a great way to update your knowledge, develop new skills and network with like-minded people. What are Knowledge Networks? They are: worldwide, communities of people with common professional and technical interests. enabling and promoting the sharing of knowledge and information both on-line and through a range of lectures, seminars and other events one of the best ways of sharing information and facilitating networking amongst engineers There are 40 Knowledge Networks, covering 8 main industry sectors (click on any of the picture for a sector to show the KN�s covered within that sector) The Network portfolio is continually being developed and new ones coming on board, They are interactive communities with Discussion Forums and we would welcome input from individuals to help increase their relevance. As a member you can register with as many Knowledge Networks as you wish, gaining full access to the latest developments within these areas. As a member of a Network you will also be sent regular updates on new developments in that area and information about relevant events. Networks are a great way to update your knowledge, develop new skills and network with like-minded people.

15. Communications Engineering Antennas & Propagation Communication Networks and Services Electromagnetics EMC Multimedia Communications Photonics RF & Microwave Engineering Satellite Systems and Applications

16. Computing and Control Control & Automation Functional Safety Robotics & Mechatronics Visual Information Engineering

17. Electronic Systems and Software Advanced Materials and Devices Healthcare Technologies Microelectronics & Embedded Systems Microsystems and Nanotechnology Signal Processing

18. Information Professional Application Development Computing Hardware e-infrastructure Human Factors Engineering IT Management and Society Security Management Software Infrastructure and Business Applications Systems Engineering

19. Management Asset Management Consultants History of Technology Management

20. Manufacturing Engineering for a Sustainable Future Manufacturing Enterprise Measurement, Sensors Instrumentation and NDT

21. Power Buildings Electrical Technology Power Conversion & Applications Power Systems & Equipment Power Trading & Control

22. Transport Aerospace Automotive & Road Transport Systems Radar Sonar & Navigation Railway

23. Events Lectures and Seminars Conferences Local events Earlier I mentioned the benefits of expanding your contact network by meeting other professionals in your own or relevant technologies. The IET delivers these opportunities through a lively programme of world class events � as a member many of these events are free. For those which have a cost members receive substantial discounts. Over 2,000 events are organised each year � technical, informative and social The IET provides national and international lectures, seminars and conferences. Annual Faraday and Turing lectures are renowned throughout the industry for covering relevant topical subjects. NB you may want to name a few relevant ones to your audience and possibly include them and the dates on the slide. Globally each geographical area is represented by a local group which meets regularly and delivers local lectures and networking opportunities. Earlier I mentioned the benefits of expanding your contact network by meeting other professionals in your own or relevant technologies. The IET delivers these opportunities through a lively programme of world class events � as a member many of these events are free. For those which have a cost members receive substantial discounts. Over 2,000 events are organised each year � technical, informative and social The IET provides national and international lectures, seminars and conferences. Annual Faraday and Turing lectures are renowned throughout the industry for covering relevant topical subjects. NB you may want to name a few relevant ones to your audience and possibly include them and the dates on the slide. Globally each geographical area is represented by a local group which meets regularly and delivers local lectures and networking opportunities.

24. iet.tv Multimedia web streaming of events straight to your desktop e.g. Turing Lecture, major conferences, key note speeches Available at www.iet.tv As part of the IET's commitment to making our activities as widely accessible as possible, events are available online direct to your desktop! Events are presented in real format and many are shown live in the evening. If you are unable to view them live they are archived for viewing at a later date. As part of the IET's commitment to making our activities as widely accessible as possible, events are available online direct to your desktop! Events are presented in real format and many are shown live in the evening. If you are unable to view them live they are archived for viewing at a later date.

25. Complete a membership form here or on-line at www.theiet.org/membership Annual subscription fees Joining is simple, you can either complete one of the application forms that I have brought with me today or you can join online. There is an annual subscription fee which is age related Click through to slide with 2006 ratesJoining is simple, you can either complete one of the application forms that I have brought with me today or you can join online. There is an annual subscription fee which is age related Click through to slide with 2006 rates

26. Membership Subscriptions Age on renewal date Rate Over 35 �95.00* 29 � 34 �78.00 26 � 28 �52.00 21 � 25 �37.00 Under 21 and all students �12.00

27. Membership Categories Technician Member (TMIET) � open to technicians who can demonstrate by their education and/or experience they are professionally engaged in one of technology fields of IET Member (MIET) � open to all professional engineers with or without a degree who are engaged in one of technology fields within scope of IET Fellow (FIET) � recognises significant individual responsibiity, sustained achievement and professionalism in area relevant to IET

28. IET Membership categories The new membership structure, much more simple and welcoming We have separated membership from the professional qualifications of CEng, IEng and Eng Tech � a more inclusive and relevant professional society with rigorous respected qualifications for those who would like to pursue themThe new membership structure, much more simple and welcoming We have separated membership from the professional qualifications of CEng, IEng and Eng Tech � a more inclusive and relevant professional society with rigorous respected qualifications for those who would like to pursue them

29. So why join the IET? Fantastic research facilities Help in keeping up-to-date with developments in your field Improve your networking opportunities Support and guidance towards professional registration Re-cap on the reasons why individuals should join the IET and mention again some of the benefits linked to the first two points on the slide Support and guidance towards professional qualifications � the routes to professional registration will be covered in the next few slides. NB this gives a chance for a short break/questions on membership etc if you need it Re-cap on the reasons why individuals should join the IET and mention again some of the benefits linked to the first two points on the slide Support and guidance towards professional qualifications � the routes to professional registration will be covered in the next few slides. NB this gives a chance for a short break/questions on membership etc if you need it

30. Professional Registration � What it means for business? And what does it mean for your organisation? It allows the company to have a competitive advantage in winning new business. Enables the company to maintain and improve professional standards in the workplace which in turn helps to improve standards within the industry as a whole. It increases credentials with suppliers. And it helps to foster an innovative and creative working environment. And what does it mean for your organisation? It allows the company to have a competitive advantage in winning new business. Enables the company to maintain and improve professional standards in the workplace which in turn helps to improve standards within the industry as a whole. It increases credentials with suppliers. And it helps to foster an innovative and creative working environment.

31. Range of qualifications Chartered Engineer ( CEng ) introduction of new technology Incorporated Engineer ( IEng ) apply new technology in everyday practice Engineering Technician ( Eng Tech ) focus on performance of tasks

32. 5 Steps to Professional Registration Professional Registration. There are five basic steps to achieve professional registered status Joining as a Member � once you have joined as a member you should complete Form RPD to register that you intend to work towards professional registration. This enables us to record this on our database and ensures that we are able to provide you with the support you need along the way. Education Assessment Professional Development which is assessed within a competence and commitment framework Completion of the M(CEPD) application form. Professional Review The next few slides will go through the process in a little more detail. Professional Registration. There are five basic steps to achieve professional registered status Joining as a Member � once you have joined as a member you should complete Form RPD to register that you intend to work towards professional registration. This enables us to record this on our database and ensures that we are able to provide you with the support you need along the way. Education Assessment Professional Development which is assessed within a competence and commitment framework Completion of the M(CEPD) application form. Professional Review The next few slides will go through the process in a little more detail.

33. Identifies candidates academic profiles against UK SPEC requirements Advice will be given how to fill any academic gaps If unsure call 01438 765672. You may need to complete Form IPA for a formal assessment of you academic qualifications Under UK SPEC the Engineering Council lay down requirements for educational qualifications. All engineering institutions which are able to qualify individuals are governed by these requirements (first click link takes you through to requirements) As we are all different, one statement regarding educational assessment may not be relevant to everyone in this room. There are many ways of topping up any gaps in an academic profile. (second click link takes you through to some suggested ways to top up (CEng orientated) and mentions alternative routes such as Technical Report Route (TRR). NB � TRR is only available by Committee invitation once individual backgrounds are known) If you feel you do not have the relevant qualifications to pursue professional registration or you do not have a degree in engineering or have a non-UK degree that has not been accredited by the IET or other qualifications, you may need to complete Form IPA for us to undertake an Individual Profile Assessment. We will assess your qualification against a Engineering Council bench marks. It is best to get this done as soon as you decide you want to work towards professional registration. If you feel you may need to go along this route please come and talk to me after the presentation. The fee for us to undertake this assessment is �40.Under UK SPEC the Engineering Council lay down requirements for educational qualifications. All engineering institutions which are able to qualify individuals are governed by these requirements (first click link takes you through to requirements) As we are all different, one statement regarding educational assessment may not be relevant to everyone in this room. There are many ways of topping up any gaps in an academic profile. (second click link takes you through to some suggested ways to top up (CEng orientated) and mentions alternative routes such as Technical Report Route (TRR). NB � TRR is only available by Committee invitation once individual backgrounds are known) If you feel you do not have the relevant qualifications to pursue professional registration or you do not have a degree in engineering or have a non-UK degree that has not been accredited by the IET or other qualifications, you may need to complete Form IPA for us to undertake an Individual Profile Assessment. We will assess your qualification against a Engineering Council bench marks. It is best to get this done as soon as you decide you want to work towards professional registration. If you feel you may need to go along this route please come and talk to me after the presentation. The fee for us to undertake this assessment is �40.

34. UK SPEC - Summary of Education Requirements

35. Further Learning Options Formal studies, part time or full time, including for CEng � MSc, PhD, OU modules etc EC(UK) Diploma for CEng For IEng � BEng, OU modules etc Technical Report � this route may be possible if appropriate experience. By invitation only. If you feel that your academic qualifications may not meet the entry requirements for professional registration then please talk to me after the presentation or contact the Professional Development team at the IET for further information If you feel that your academic qualifications may not meet the entry requirements for professional registration then please talk to me after the presentation or contact the Professional Development team at the IET for further information

36. Professional Development At least 4 years of experience in industry UK SPEC requires evidence to demonstrate competence at the point of registration Completed Professional Development Record of assessed and verified competences UK SPEC firmly focuses the requirements for registration on the demonstration of competence at the point of registration. Competence is a combination of underpinning knowledge, skills and attitude and is assessed through the application form and the professional review which I will talk about in a while. UK SPEC firmly focuses the requirements for registration on the demonstration of competence at the point of registration. Competence is a combination of underpinning knowledge, skills and attitude and is assessed through the application form and the professional review which I will talk about in a while.

37. Competence Statements UK SPEC emphasises the importance of competence at the point of registration Competence statements 16 CEng and IEng 13 EngTech

38. Required competences and commitment Competence is required to be demonstrated in 5 areas Knowledge and understanding of engineering The application of that knowledge Competence in leadership and management Interpersonal skills � including presentation skills You will also need to demonstrate your commitment to the engineering profession NB Each click takes you to 2 examples of a competence under each of the 5 headings � the first for CEng and the second for IEng (EngTech to come later!) Competence is required to be demonstrated in 5 areas Knowledge and understanding of engineering The application of that knowledge Competence in leadership and management Interpersonal skills � including presentation skills You will also need to demonstrate your commitment to the engineering profession NB Each click takes you to 2 examples of a competence under each of the 5 headings � the first for CEng and the second for IEng (EngTech to come later!)

39. Competences - CEng Competence A Use a combination of general and specialist engineering knowledge and understanding to optimise the application of existing and emerging technology Understand and apply engineering principles using technical knowledge that is deeper than that acquired in under-graduate studies. Understand recent developments in the field, how these might be applied, and the impact on other business areas. Have and appreciation of other technical and non-technical business functions

40. Competences - IEng Competence A Use a combination of general and specialist engineering knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technology Able to use technical knowledge at bachelors degree level in your work Understand the relevance to your own work of related technologies and disciplines Responsible for determining and implementing appropriate solutions to real problems. Understand and use of basic engineering principles

41. Competences - CEng Competence B Apply appropriate theoretical and pratical methods to the analysis and solution of engineering problems Able to identify opportunities for innovative developments, and display a systematic, scientific approach to problem solving. Able to create and present appropriate engineering solutions and implementation strategies. Awareness of regulatory, commercial and environmental constraints. Able to review and evaluate solutions to identify future improvements and learning points.

42. Competences - IEng Competence B Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct, commission, operate and maintain engineering products, processes, systems and services Able to identify a range of possible techniques to undertake a task and are able to analyse the task and take into account external factors in order to select the most appropriate Able to take into account a wide range of factors when planning and implementing solutions Able to review the task when completed and identify learning points.

43. Competences - CEng Competence C Provide technical, commercial and management leadership Able to use proven project management techniques, including planning for the development of staff (where applicable) and the application of quality management procedures to bring about improvements. Able to take responsibility for managing projects and/or people and/or resources in a planned manner, taking account of time-scales, resource requirements, reviews and deviations.

44. Competences - IEng Competence C Provide technical and commercial management Able to use proven project management techniques, which may include planning for the development of staff and the application of quality management techniques Aware of financial and commercial constraints and can gather and collate budgetary information relevant to your work Able to manage projects, people or other resources Plan for the future by encouraging and enabling staff or colleagues to extend their knowledge and capability to meet business and personal needs Examples will need to show the level of authority and the complexity of tasks undertaken.

45. Competences - CEng Competence D Use effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with individuals and teams from many disciplines and at all levels. Strong and persuasive communication skills, both oral and written. Capability to bring together and lead teams of people with relevant skills to work on a problem.

46. Competences - IEng Competence D Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills Able to work effectively with individuals and teams from many disciplines and at all levels Can communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Able to present ideas to groups, write cogent reports and contribute at meetings Capable of working within a team whether as a leader or team member.

47. Competences - CEng Competence E Make a personal commitment to live by the appropriate code of professional conduct, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment Understanding of, and compliance with, the IEE and EC(UK) codes of conduct at all times. Familiarity with relevant Health & Safety legislation and the environmental impact of their work. Able to effectively plan professional development to maintain and develop competence

48. Competences - IEng Competence E Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment Understand and comply with the IEE and EC(UK) codes of conduct at all times Understand and routinely analyse any safety, health and environmental implications of your work Familiar with the use of environmental impact analyses to manage risks associated with your work Plan and maintain a record of your professional development, including your contribution to the profession

49. CEng or IEng CEng IEng Optimise Apply Introduction Application Exploitation Select techniques New Opportunities Contribute to Identify Research Identify problems

50. CEng or IEng CEng IEng Innovation Improvement Promote new Evaluate Undertake design Contribute to design Identify cost Take account of cost Evaluate outcome Contribute to evaluation

51. CEng or IEng CEng IEng Lead planning Prepare plan Negotiate contract Apply Contract Set up Management Operate system Organise teams Manage teams Promote Quality Apply Quality Principles

52. Why Professional Registration? Professionally registered engineer (EC (UK)) Globally recognised qualification Peer recognition Improve your career prospects Join the leaders of the profession Restate the reasons for considering and pursuing professional registration as mentioned at the beginning of this sectionRestate the reasons for considering and pursuing professional registration as mentioned at the beginning of this section

53. Applying for Professional Registration Complete the application form M(CEPD) which will include: Educational details Statement of employment history indicating responsibilities Complete Qualifying Report for Professional Development Verified by Sponsor, Proposer and Supporter Copy of your current Development Action Plan Application fee of �80 Once you feel that you are able to provide evidence that you have met all the competencies you will need to complete the application form for professional registration � Form M(CEPD). This can be found on the IET website at www.theiet.org/ProfessionalRegistration). NB Form M(CEPD) is only for applicants form CEng and IEng, EngTech registrants will need to complete Form ET also available on the Forms and Guides page of the website. Form ET is similar in structure to Form M(CEPD) In part 1 of the form you will need to provide details of your educational qualifications and a CV type account of you work history. Please remember when completing this part to tell us what you personally have done and been responsible for. In Part 1 you will also need to provide an organisational diagram showing your role in relation to others in the organisation � an organisational structure chart. Part 2 of the form requires you to provide the evidence against each of the 16 competencies (13 for EngTech) � the Qualifying Report for Professional Development (QRPD). Each page of the QRPD has to be signed by your Sponsor to verify that the candidate has undertaken the work specified. If your Sponsor is not a qualified engineer (CEng for CEng applications or CEng or IEng for IEng applications) then it is a good idea to get each page countersigned by your Proposer who should be a CEng for CEng applications or CEng or IEng for IEng applications. The form then needs to be verified by your Sponsor, Proposer and Supporter. You will need to attach a copy of your current Development Action Plan to demonstrate that you intend to continue to develop your skills and expertise, this helps to show your commitment to continued professional development. You will also need to include the application fee of �80 (CEng and IEng applications there are no fees for EngTech applications. More info at http://www.theiee.org/careers/qualifications) Once you feel that you are able to provide evidence that you have met all the competencies you will need to complete the application form for professional registration � Form M(CEPD). This can be found on the IET website at www.theiet.org/ProfessionalRegistration). NB Form M(CEPD) is only for applicants form CEng and IEng, EngTech registrants will need to complete Form ET also available on the Forms and Guides page of the website. Form ET is similar in structure to Form M(CEPD) In part 1 of the form you will need to provide details of your educational qualifications and a CV type account of you work history. Please remember when completing this part to tell us what you personally have done and been responsible for. In Part 1 you will also need to provide an organisational diagram showing your role in relation to others in the organisation � an organisational structure chart. Part 2 of the form requires you to provide the evidence against each of the 16 competencies (13 for EngTech) � the Qualifying Report for Professional Development (QRPD). Each page of the QRPD has to be signed by your Sponsor to verify that the candidate has undertaken the work specified. If your Sponsor is not a qualified engineer (CEng for CEng applications or CEng or IEng for IEng applications) then it is a good idea to get each page countersigned by your Proposer who should be a CEng for CEng applications or CEng or IEng for IEng applications. The form then needs to be verified by your Sponsor, Proposer and Supporter. You will need to attach a copy of your current Development Action Plan to demonstrate that you intend to continue to develop your skills and expertise, this helps to show your commitment to continued professional development. You will also need to include the application fee of �80 (CEng and IEng applications there are no fees for EngTech applications. More info at http://www.theiee.org/careers/qualifications)

54. Professional Review � the interview All candidates required to attend an interview to demonstrate their level of competence Discussion based on information provided on application form M(CEPD) Interviews may take place regionally or in company Once we have received your form and have checked that everything is complete you will be contacted with a date to attend your Professional Review interview. These last approximately 45 minutes and provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate to a panel of 2 senior IET members that you know your stuff. The panel selected will have a similar technical background to your self and the interview will be carried out in a relaxed atmosphere. You will be asked about information you have provided on the Qualifying Report for Professional Registration (QRPD) part of you application form. After the interview, a report form will be completed by the interviewers and sent with your application to the Registration Committee for ratification. The Committee meets every 6 weeks and you will be informed of their decision shortly after.Once we have received your form and have checked that everything is complete you will be contacted with a date to attend your Professional Review interview. These last approximately 45 minutes and provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate to a panel of 2 senior IET members that you know your stuff. The panel selected will have a similar technical background to your self and the interview will be carried out in a relaxed atmosphere. You will be asked about information you have provided on the Qualifying Report for Professional Registration (QRPD) part of you application form. After the interview, a report form will be completed by the interviewers and sent with your application to the Registration Committee for ratification. The Committee meets every 6 weeks and you will be informed of their decision shortly after.

55. Some useful weblinks www.theiet.org/membership www.theiet/careers/qualifications www.theiet.org/communities www.theiet.org/events www.pd-how2.org www.engc.org.uk To conclude I would like to leave you with some useful weblinks This page provides details about how to join and links to the online application form Provides information to help with the registration process including online forms and guidance notes This link takes you to Knowledge Networks and local group information More details about events This website has been designed by a number of engineering bodies including the IET to provide more help and guidance to individuals going through the registration process The Engineering Council�s websiteTo conclude I would like to leave you with some useful weblinks This page provides details about how to join and links to the online application form Provides information to help with the registration process including online forms and guidance notes This link takes you to Knowledge Networks and local group information More details about events This website has been designed by a number of engineering bodies including the IET to provide more help and guidance to individuals going through the registration process The Engineering Council�s website

56. Any questions��.. rsimons@theiet.org