Review of UK-SPEC and the Accreditation of HE Programmes learning outcomes
During 2013, we are undertaking the periodic five year review of these documents. An on-line survey was launched today seeking feedback broadly about whether things are working OK or not, and whether there are any elements that the review Steering Groups should particularly look at. If you would like to contribute your organisation’s views, please click here. The deadline for responses is Tuesday 4 June.
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Please take part in our technician survey!
If you are:
studying engineering or engineering related vocational / occupational qualifications at QCF level 3 or above (e.g. NVQ3), or on an Advanced or Higher Apprenticeship
working as an engineering technician
registered as EngTech
Please take part in our survey before 1st March: http://survey.euro.confirmit.com/wix/p1227773225.aspx?OID=xxx
Please also forward the survey link to colleagues/friends/family who fall under the above categories.
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The EngTech eBook
Download your copy now to find out how EngTech status can:
Give you a professional title that recognises your hard work and expertise
Enhance your employability
Help you stand out from the crowd
Allow you to have greater influence within your organisation
Provide access to life-long learning resources
The EngTech eBook is available for download at: /professional-qualifications/engineering-technician/ebook
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Energy Adviser vacancy
The Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST) is looking for an energy adviser. He or she will provide advice to both MPs and Peers, as well as parliamentary staff in both Houses, on energy science and engineering and public policy. This is an important role, an exciting time to join the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology and an excellent opportunity to work at the heart of Westminster.
For more information please see: Energy Adviser
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Engineering the Olympic Park
The ICE has worked closely with the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) to produce the film below which captures both the challenges and successes of Europe’s largest construction project. They hope it will help to inspire the next generation of civil engineers.
ICE YouTube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=qiVyg1bELII
Telegraph and The Scotsman listings of newly qualified engineers
Newly qualified engineers listed in the Daily Telegraph and The Scotsman TODAY or alternatively @ /newly-registered-engineers
Telegraph listings of newly qualified engineers
The listing of newly qualified engineers will be appearing in the Daily Telegraph on Thursday 14 June.
TV production company request for team leaders
TV production company request for team leaders for a new engineering show. Need to have an engineering/mechanics or fabrication background and passion for vehicles. Is your idea of fun making a car into something completely different? Where would you start? Have you got what it takes? If you are interested in taking part please email engineeringshow@itn.co.uk with your contact details and information.
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Telegraph listings of newly qualified engineers
Look out for the list of newly qualified engineers in tomorrow's Daily Telegraph.
Nominations open for QE Prize
The Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Foundation chairman, Lord Browne of Madingley, today hailed the importance of engineering in re-energising the UK economy as the judging panel for the inaugural prize was unveiled and the call made for nominations from across the world.
For the full press release please click here
National Science & Engineering Week 2012
Things are really gearing up for the 18th National Science and Engineering week which takes place from the 9 – 18 March with the theme ‘Our World in Motion’. From school science activity days to museum and art gallery events, whatever you are organising for National Science & Engineering Week, make sure you register your event and check out the website below for all the free resources available for organisers. Take part in the competitions and quizzes for all ages and enter your event or activity for one of the Event Awards. You could win up to £600 for your organisation as well as kudos and a write-up on the National Science & Engineering website. Hurry though, you need to nominate your event by 6th February to be in the running. You can register and nominate your event on the website below:
National Science & Engineering Week website.
The Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering
The Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering is a new global award which celebrates truly outstanding advances in engineering that have created significant benefit to humanity. Full details are at: http://www.raeng.org.uk/prizes/qeprize/default.htm
HR professional or employer of engineers? Please participate in Engineering Council research
Previous Engineering Council research has shown that a large number of eligible practising engineers, particularly at IEng level, could be missing out on the benefits of holding a professional qualification that recognises their knowledge, skills and commitment to the engineering profession. This means that their employers are also missing out on the benefits. The Engineering Council is now conducting further research amongst employers of engineers to ascertain the extent of aware...
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Telegraph listings of newly qualified engineers
The listing of newly qualified engineers will be appearing in the Daily Telegraph on Thursday 8 September.
Newly qualified engineers
Newly qualified engineers listed in the Daily Telegraph TODAY or alternatively @ http://tinyurl.com/3eexsnp
EngC Staff Vacancy
The Engineering Council is seeking to recruit a new Head of International Recognition. If you know of anyone who may be interested in applying for the position, further details can be found on our website at: /about-us/vacancies
Churchill Medal Award 2010/11
The PEI Armed Forces Steering Group (AFSG) is currently calling for nominations for the Churchill Medal Award 2010/11. The prestigious award is open to either an individual or a small team (the majority of whom are serving members of the Armed Forces or were serving at the time) for achievement in engineering and technical advancement in support of military operations.
Open to members of any institution, the Churchill Medal Award is presented jointly by the members of the AFSG, which i...
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IEng Signature Logo
The Engineering Council and the Professional Engineering Institutions are working to raise awareness of Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration and increase understanding of its value. In line with this campaign a special email signature logo has been created for those already registered as IEng. To download please click here
Status of Engineers
The Board of the Engineering Council has agreed to establish a working group to consider issues relating to the status and title of engineers. It anticipates having a policy position statement on these matters ready for issue by the end of December 2011.
Design and Technology Campaign
Through E4E, the engineering profession has committed its support to the Design and Technology Association (DATA) campaign to ensure D&T remains a part of the National Curriculum for 5-14 year olds. (Please see the latest issue of Register News for information on the campaign: /about-us/register-news/52#nav4230 )
We would be grateful if you could spare just one minute to fill in the online petition through the link below and forward this email on to other members of your organisation and the wider engineering community. More information about the D&T campaign can also be found through the link:
http://www.believeindandt.org.uk/general/sign-up.html
Newly registered engineers from Scotland
A list of newly registered engineers from Scotland can be found in the Scotsman today!
