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REGISTRATION HANDBOOK: APPENDICESAppendix AGuidance for Licensed Aircraft Engineers to registration Appendix BStep by Step Guide to RegistrationAppendix CInterim Registration – information for applicants Appendix DFurther Learning OptionsAppendix EEngTech Assessment FormAppendix FIEng Key Words FormAppendix GCEng Key Words FormAppendix HEngTech PRI Report FormAppendix IIEng Interview Report FormAppendix JCEng Interview Report formAppendix KGuidance for academic applicants (CEng) Appendix LEngC PRI guidance notesAppendix MEngineers Australia MRA – Membership Confirmation Form Appendix NIPENZ MEA – Membership Confirmation form*Appendix OGuidance on Military Route to Registration, CEng (see web)*Appendix PGuidance on Military Route to Registration, IEng (see web)*Appendix QGuidance on MoD Civilian Route to Registration CEng (see web)*Appendix RGuidance on MoD Civilian Route to Registration IEng (see web) Appendix SProfessional registration – the (not so) frequently asked questions Appendix TGuidance on Competence C Standards for CEngAppendix UGuidance on Competence C Standards for IEng*Available on the RAeS websitePlease note: this Handbook and Appendices are live documents, under continuous review. Check the RAeS website for the latest versionAppendix AGUIDE TO ASSESSING LICENSED AIRCRAFT ENGINEERSREQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATIONThe following information will be used by members to guide them with the assessment of applications for registration (see Section 2 of the Registration Handbook).ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (EngTech)Applicants must hold:A valid EASA Part-66 Cat A licence plus current company authorisation on two aircraft types (held for a minimum of 2years), ORA valid EASA Part-66 Category B3 licence plus two type ratings or a group type rating (held for a minimum of two years(Note: The Cat A licence is not type rated. Major maintenance does not require a Cat A licence so it would not be proper to set the authorisation on one type as a comparable standard. Some companies use the Cat A licence to underpin the authorisation in Base (major) maintenance, but this is not in the EASA requirements. The key issue is that a Cat A, even when authorised for Certificate of Release to Service (CRS), can only certify for work that applicants carry out themselves, no supervisory role. The B3 licence covers simple light aircraft of limited complexity).INCORPORATED ENGINEER (IEng)Applicants must hold:A valid EASA Part -66 Cat C licence with type rating and at least 1 current aircraft authorisation for base maintenance release, ORA valid EASA Part-66 Cat B1/B2 licence with type ratings and 2 aircraft authorisations for line maintenance or one aircraft authorisation for major maintenance and demonstrate a supervisory function in their current role (including proof of management training, Health and Safety, Diversity etc).A valid licence from Australia, New Zealand and Hong Kong may qualify the applicant on an Individual assessment basis – see para 4.3.(Note: Applicants with the licences listed in para 3.1, issued by the Competent Authority of an EU Member State are deemed to be equivalent to those with the exemplifying qualifications for IEng registration, for example an accredited Bachelors or Honours degree in engineering or technology).CHARTERED ENGINEER (CEng)Applicants should hold a valid EASA Part -66 Cat C licence where it has been granted on the basis of a degree that is acceptable to the Society. A valid license from Australia, New Zealand and Hong Kong may also qualify the applicant – see para 4.3. In addition, all applicants should be working in a management position.Applicants with a valid EASA Part-66 Cat B1/B2 licence who have qualified for an EASA Part-66 Cat C licence without a degree can still be considered for CEng - see para 4.3.All applicants without the exemplifying (i.e. accredited) qualifications for registration will need their formal and informal education assessed by the Society’s Individual Assessment Panel (see Section 3 of the Registration Handbook).GUIDANCE ON THE EUROPEAN AVIATION SAFETY AGENCY (EASA) AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE LICENCEEuropean Regulations and Legislative FrameworkRegulation (EC) No. 1592 / 2002 introduced European legislation and essential requirements for aviation safety within the European Union. The Regulation also established EASA, as the European body foraviation rulemaking and safety, which commenced operation on 28 September 2003. Regulation 1702/2003 introduced requirements for certification of aircraft and products.Regulation (EC) 2042 / 2003 introduced implementing rules for continuing airworthiness matter including:ANNEX IPart MContinuing airworthiness requirementsANNEX IIPart 145Approval of maintenance organizations - commercial air transport and large aircraftANNEX IIIPart 66Certifying staff – aircraft maintenance licenceANNEX IVPart 147Training organisation requirementsEASA Part 66 Categories and sub Categories(Part 66.A.1)The EASA Part 66 licensing system contains three levels of licence.The Category A licence is aimed at certifying mechanics with a broad general knowledge. The licence holder can, following task training within a Part 145 maintenance organisation be issued with a certifying authorisation and have limited capability to certify for the work they personally perform.The Category B licence is aimed at certifying technicians and is associated with a higher level of basic and system knowledge. The licence holder is required to undertake type training and/or examination for the inclusion of type ratings on the licence. The Category B licence holder will receive additional training within a Part 145 maintenance organisation be issued with a certifying authorisation which allows the diagnosis of unscheduled defects during line maintenance and have the ability to certify for the rectification work, which may be personally performed or carried out by others under their supervision. The Category B licence is also used within a base maintenance environment as an underpinning qualification for inspectors and supervisors. The Category B licence holder will be able to certify certain small aircraft outside of an approved company environment, providing the aircraft are not used for commercial air transport.Category A and B licences will also reference sub-categories which are:Aeroplanes TurbineAeroplanes PistonHelicopters TurbineHelicopters PistonThe Category C licence is aimed at certifying engineers who perform a maintenance management and certification function during base maintenance. This licence is type rated in a similar manner to the Category B licence but is much more focused on the managing the process of the maintenance activity rather than individual tasks. The Category C engineer is supported by Category B staff who sign for the completion of the individual tasks.EASA Part 66 LicencesThe requirements for the issue of an EASA Part 66 licence are defined in Annex III to Regulation 2042/2003 as amended. This includes the syllabus, experience requirements and the process for type ratings etc. Reference should be made to that document for information on how to obtain an EASA licence.An EASA Part 66 licence may only be issued by the Competent Authority of a Member State of the European Union providing there is no restriction on the mutual acceptance of the licence. The Civil Aviation Authority is the Competent Authority for the United Kingdom.Where a Part 66 licence has been issued on the basis of pre-EASA licences, the Part 66 licence may show limitations. This reflects a difference between the licence requirements and standards of the pre-EASA licence and the Part 66 requirements.For the purposes of registration, the limitations will not normally affect eligibility providing the limitations do not restrict a licence to a single technical discipline, e.g. airframe, engine, instruments etc.An EASA Part 66 licence may also contain type endorsements. These are issued subject to compliance with the requirements of Part 66 for type training, examination and minimum experience. The available type ratings are defined in ‘Acceptable Means of Compliance’ (AMC) material issued and periodically updated by EASA under an Executive Director Decision. Reference should be made to the EASA web-site for the latest information.THE BCAR SECTION L LICENCEApplications for the Section L licence are no longer accepted for large aircraft although existing licences will continue to be valid, subject to periodic renewal. Section L licences will continued to be issued and renewed for aircraft that remain on Annex II to Regulation 216/2008 and which are not subject to EASA requirements.USEFUL WEBSITESThe following link will take you to the regulation page that covers Part 66 and Part 147, which are part of regulation (EC) 2042/2003: provides a link to the EASA web-site page that gives you Regulation 2042/2003. Annex 1 to that is Part M,Annex II is Part 145, Annex III is Part 66, and Annex IV is Part 147.This page gives you the consolidate rule which is the regulation plus any amendments so it is the latest info. It also gives you access to the Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance material.The following link takes you to the Executive Director Decisions: note, the agency decisions document number changes each time the type list is updated. The current one is to be found at: 008-R.pdfAppendix BSTEP BY STEP GUIDE TO REGISTRATIONBackgroundThe Engineering Council (EngC) is the body that holds the UK Register of Engineers. It sets the standards and defines the requirements for all registered engineers. The RAeS is one of forty Engineering Institutions licensed to undertake the registration process on behalf of the EngC. All Engineering Institutions work, therefore, to the same standards and ensure the same requirements are met, though the procedures for achieving this vary slightly form Institution to Institution.All Engineering Institutions work to UK-Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK- SPEC), the EngC’s document defining the standards, and they must all carry out a Professional Review Interview (PRI).Membership of the RAeSIn order to register as a Chartered Engineer (CEng), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Engineering Technician (EngTech), applicants need to hold or apply for the appropriate grade of membership of an Engineering Institution such as RAeS. Please visit the Membership pages of the website at for full details of the entry criteria and how to apply. The Registration Application Form is to be used by all applicants for registration including members already holding the appropriate grade of membership, those applying to upgrade their membership and those who are currently not in membership.If applying for CEng you mustbe a paid up Member (MRAeS) or Fellow (FRAeS) orsubmit an application to upgrade from another grade (using the Registration Application Form) ormake a first time application for Member (using the Registration Application Form).If applying for IEng you mustbe a paid up Associate Member (AMRAeS) orsubmit an application to upgrade from another grade (using the Registration Application Form) ormake a first time application for Associate Member (using the Registration Application Form)If applying for EngTech you mustbe a paid up Associate (ARAeS) orsubmit an application to upgrade from another grade (using the Registration Application Form) or make a first-time application for Associate What are the requirements for registration?Interim registrationFor those who hold accredited qualifications for CEng or IEng it is possible to apply for Interim Registration. This can be applied for using either the Society’s Membership Application Form. The Qualifying Report is not required but proof of your qualifications must be included.Details of the exemplifying qualifications can be found in Annexes A and B below. The Society accepts any accredited course for registration, regardless of the accrediting Engineering Institution. For a list of accredited courses go to: should add the course number to the application form.CEng, IEng and EngTech registrationRequirements for registration are three-fold:Academic qualifications that provide the necessary knowledge and technical preparation for each level of registration. See Annexes A-C at the end of this document for more information on the academic requirements for each level of petence to practice and responsible experience at an appropriate level for each level of registration. Details are given in UK-SPEC, a link to which can be found on . See also section 3 d) below for more information.Professional Review Interview: all applicants for CEng and IEng registration must successfully undertake a PRI. EngTech applicants are not normally required to undertake an interview but, in certain instances, the Registration Committee may determine that it is necessary.Getting ready to apply for full CEng, IEng EngTech registrationYou should decide which closing date and interview date (CEng and IEng applicants) you are aiming for. You then need to ensure you have all the necessary information to hand before making your application. The key information will be contained in the Qualifying Report (QR), which is the second part of the Registration Application Form, and the supporting documentation required. Details are given pleting the Qualifying Report (QR)The QR provides the opportunity to give examples to demonstrate how you have achieved the competences set out in UK-SPEC and to demonstrate commitment to on-going professional development; it helps the Society decide if an applicant should proceed to interview and gives assessors an indication of possible areas of strength or weakness. It also is an excellent preparation for the PRI, helping you call to mind and assemble information that you are to be questioned on.The five sections in the QR are taken from UK-SPEC. This sets out the competences A - E and commitment for registration to be demonstrated which vary for each level of registration:For CEng go to pages 20 – 27 of UK-SPECFor IEng go to pages 12 – 19 of UK-SPECFor EngTech go to pages 8 – 11 of UK-SPECIt is important that you read and understand the UK-SPEC requirements before you attempt to complete your QR.As applications for registration are scanned it is essential you ensure that:all documents are printed in black, on one side only, unstapled and unbound.any charts or other documents on A3 paper are reduced to A4 size before sending, as all documentationYou should also bring a copy of your application/QR when you attend your interview, together with any documents you may wish to refer to as supporting evidence. NB; For Military candidates who hold Letters of Authority for any aspect of your appointment, it is essential that you bring these to the PRI.When completing the QR, note that the column Project Name/Evidence Reference should be used to identify the relevant item(s) in your CV to which the evidence of competence relates.Exemplars of completed reports, which include appropriate evidence to demonstrate competences and commitment, can be found on the Society’s web site: . Visit the Registration and Accreditation pages.There is specific guidance available on the web site for Military, MOD Civilian and Academic applicants.Role of the Professional RefereeYour application has to be signed by a registered engineer (who is registered at or higher than the level you are applying for), who acts as a referee. It is important that the referee works with you to prepare the QRF and reviews the submission with you before signing the application form. They can provide valuable support and guidance, and might have gone through the same process to gain registration. Signing the application is confirmation not only that they have checked the paperwork, but also that they support your application for registration.Referees are asked to bear in mind when reviewing applications that PRI assessors will not necessarily be familiar with organisation specific jargon or acronyms and should offer advice accordingly.The submission should only contain evidence and documents that are sufficient to support the application; the Society committees and assessors are busy people and do not have time to plough through pages of unrelated paperwork. You are advised to show the referee this Guide to aid discussions.QR AppendicesA number of documents have to be appended to the application and QRCopies of all your qualifications including a Notification of Performance for HND / HNC qualifications. Include also a translation of any qualification that is not in English and legal evidence of any change to your surname, if it has changed since you obtained them. If you do not have the exemplifying qualifications (see Annexes A-C at the end of this document for more information on the academic requirements for each level of registration) and you are confident that you can adequately demonstrate how you meet the competence requirements, you should submit your application in the normal way. The Society’s Individual Assessment Panel will review all the information you provide and determine whether you have been able to demonstrate learning to the appropriate level. If it is agreed that no further learning is required your application will proceed; if, however, further learning is required, you will be advised of the options available to you.An organisation chart of your company and your position in it. (This is not required for MRR (Military Route to Registration) /CRR (MoD Civilian Route to Registration) applicants or for EngTech applications]A list of relevant training courses attended. Please do not send copies of certificatesA list of papers produced (if applicable) [not required for EngTech applications]A Development Action Plan showing your plans for continuing professional development in the short, medium and long term. Commitment to maintaining competence is a requirement for all registrants. In order to demonstrate this, you are asked to submit a brief summary of your plans to continue your professional development in the short, medium and long term. This may include further study, personal research and so forth.An account of a technical task: include title and details of your role and achievements. This should be 2 pages maximum (optional for MRR/CRR applicants and not required for EngTech applications)This should illustrate your application of engineering knowledge and your awareness of the interaction of your work with other disciplines.For IEng: if you are a Licensed Aircraft Engineer it is suggested that you refer to a modification you had to embody and how you resolved, with the design staff, the 'difficulties' that always become apparent. For other IEng level engineering professionals, the Society suggests you take a project - for example an Integrated Project Team job - and emphasise the tasks that you personally did.For CEng: The task should ideally demonstrate your technical responsibility for the job as well as your managerial responsibility (such as cost, resources, and schedule). It could include:Design or modification of a piece of equipment, indicating the requirements which need to be taken into account from other groups and disciplines (e.g. structure / aerodynamics trade-offs, fuel system / engine / structure interaction)Introduction of new technology or components, again showing cross-discipline interaction and requirementsInvestigation into a failure explaining the methodology employed to get to the cause of the problem and the analysis and design work leading to recommendations for a fixDesign of a test campaign for a piece of equipment showing which tests were selected and why and how the testing supports the design / certification / verification of the processWhen making a reapplication for registration, those applicants who have previously been unsuccessful at PRI should clearly indicate in their re-submission the steps taken to address the areas of weakness notified to them in their decision letter.The Competence RequirementsThe competence requirements are detailed in UK-SPEC and are divided into Standards A – E with sub-headings for each one. Different aspects of your qualifications, work experience and professional development can apply to several sub-headings. Evidence must be provided for each sub-heading.Standard A should focus on the means by which you have enhanced your underpinning theoretical knowledge to adapt to the requirements of your work environment.’Standard B is essentially about the application of theoretical competence into type / equipment specific detail. Please give examples of what engineering work you actually perform and for which you hold individual personal responsibility, e.g. part of a team, team leader, sole responsibility or joint author.Standard C (specifically C2) asks for examples of budgetary oversight. This can be fulfilled, even if you do not personally hold a budget, by being involved in for example, forecasting staff- hours or parts replacement options. C3 and C4 enable you to demonstrate competence in selecting, interviewing, motivating and mentoring staff for whom you are responsible.Standard D requires you to give examples of presenting or working with information to the many levels of aerospace engineering interface. Include examples of any kind of presentation or talk given, whether at work or in social situations.Standard E should include examples of how you plan to develop as a Professional Engineer; this should be backed up by your Development Action Plan. In addition, you should recognise that professionals of any kind should have the willingness and competence to support society in general (be it in a professional capacity or getting involved in activities in your local area) and you will be expected during the interview to give examples of what you do or plan to do.Supporting evidenceYou may bring to the PRI Interview any documents which you feel you may wish to refer to during the interview, in support of statements you have made in your application.Important: The Qualifying Report and any other documentation should not include information that is commercially sensitive, or that needs security clearance. Evidence should be presented in such a way that allows all committee members and registered assessors to view it. The assessors are bound by the professional code of conduct in the Society’s By-Laws, but are not necessarily security cleared, nor is the office environment secure to the necessary standard for handling sensitive information.NB: The application and QR documents remain the property of the RAeS and will not be available to anybody outside the authority of the Society.Send your original, signed application and all supporting documents to: Professional Standards OfficerRoyal Aeronautical Society 4 Hamilton PlaceLONDON W1J 7BQWhat is the Professional Review Interview?The Professional Review Interview (PRI) is the final stage of the application process for registration at CEng and IEng level. As a general rule, applicants for EngTech are not routinely interviewed.Details of dates and PRI venues are given on the PRI page of the web site: and you should state your preferred grade of registration, interview date and location on page 2 of the Membership Application Form.Two experienced and trained registered engineers carry out the interview, the purpose of which is to check that candidates exercise the appropriate level of responsibility and can demonstrate the competences defined by EngC and also have the commitment to maintain and develop their professional knowledge and abilities. A Society or EngC observer may also be mitment to future professional development is demonstrated by the submission of a Development Action Plan (DAP), which is a brief outline of the candidate's plans in the short, medium and long term to keep up to date.5. What happens after the Society receives the application?An e-mail will be sent to confirm receipt of your application. Additional information may be requested, if necessary. Payment will be taken for the appropriate administration fees.If you have submitted an application for membership or to transfer to the appropriate grade, your application will be considered by the Society’s Membership Grading Committee which meets approximately every two months.All the information provided for registration is assessed by the Registration Committee to check that you have a reasonable chance of being successful at interview. If the documentation shows significant gaps or apparent weaknesses, you will be advised accordingly.They will be looking for evidence that you have demonstrated that you meet EngC’s competence and commitment requirements for registration. You will be advised as to whether it has been agreed that you can go forward for the PRI.If you do not hold the exemplifying qualifications, your application will also be reviewed by the Individual Assessment Panel whose purpose is to ensure that the academic requirements for registration have been met, either by suitable study or learning in the workplace. An application for registration cannot proceed if there is insufficient evidence that the academic requirement has been met.Where the Membership Grading Committee approves the grade of membership applied for, an e-mail is sent to confirm the decision and the fees that will be deducted from your credit card shown in the membership application form. The certificate of election is sent to applicants and the names of elected members are published in the Society’s magazine.Where the Registration Committee approves IEng or CEng registration, subject to a successful interview, an email is sent to confirm the venue, date and time of the interview.Applications for EngTech are normally approved by the Registration Committee, however, in certain circumstances, an interview may be required.After the PRI Interview the Registration Committee meet to discuss the assessors’ recommendation based on the interview and make the final decision as to registration. If successful, the applicant is sent a congratulatory e-mail advising that the EngC entry fee will be collected. Once payment has been received, details of successful applicants are submitted to the EngC who complete the registration process (taking up to twenty days) and, once your submission has received EngC approval, they will contact you directly with your Registrant ID number.Applicants not approved for the level of registration requested will be provided with feedback including outline advice on areas for improvement prior to re-submission. Where an application is not satisfied with the outcome, every attempt will be made to address their concerns. There is also an appeals procedure in the event that the applicant feels that the published procedures have not been followed. Details of all relevant procedures, including the Appeals Procedure are published in the Registration Handbook. Go to: registrationAnnex AAcademic requirements for CEngChartered Engineers are professionals who:Develop appropriate solutions to engineering problemsUse new or existing technologies, through innovation, creativity and changeDevelop and apply new technologiesPromote advanced designs and design methodsIntroduce new and more efficient production techniques; marketing and construction conceptsPioneer new engineering services and management methodsEngage in technical and commercial leadership, andPossess effective interpersonal skills.Engineers become competent for registration through a mixture of education and professional development.The academic requirements for those seeking CEng registration are:Applicants with UK qualifications:Applicants who started their UK studies after 1 September 1999 will need the following exemplifying qualifications (or equivalent):EITHER an accredited Bachelors degree with Honours in engineering or technology, plusan appropriate accredited Masters degreeor appropriate further learning to Masters level,OR an accredited integrated MEng degree.Applicants who started their studies before 31 August 1999 will need:an accredited Bachelors degree with Honours in engineering (or equivalent).The Society accepts any accredited course for registration, regardless of the accrediting Engineering Institution. For a list of accredited courses go to: should add the course number to the application form if the degree is listed.Applicants with non-UK qualifications:If your qualification was gained in USA, Canada, South Africa, Hong Kong, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, Japan, Taiwan, Korea or Singapore it might be an acceptable equivalent if it is listed under the Washington Accord*.A European qualification might be an acceptable equivalent if it is recognised by FEANI*.Submit a copy of the web page with your application if your qualification is shown on either database.Qualifications at universities in countries such as Egypt, Russia, Sri Lanka, Trinidad and Malaysia have been assessed by UK professional engineering institutions as being equivalent to a CEng accredited degree; check the list of accredited courses. Add the course number to the application form if your degree is listed.Applicants with other or no qualificationsRegardless of your educational background, if you are an experienced and responsible engineer, you are encouraged to apply for Eng Tech, IEng or CEng registration.If you do not have recognised qualifications, we will review your application (including the Qualifying Report) to determine if youalready have the underpinning knowledge and understanding for professional competence orneed to take some further action to meet the EngC’s requirements in full, in which case, advice is given.Details of accredited Masters are given on the searchable EngC website: details of work-based and flexible learning qualifications go to:Cranfield University Aircraft Engineering MSc: the Open University: University of the West of England CPDA: Engineering Gateways: Portsmouth University Partnership Programme:* Website addresses:Washington Accord: : BAcademic requirements for IEngIncorporated Engineers are professionals who:Act as exponents of today’s technology through creativity and innovationMaintain and manage applications of current and developing technologyUndertake engineering design, development, manufacture, construction and operationEngage in technical and commercial management, andPossess effective interpersonal skillsThe academic requirements for those seeking IEng registration are:Applicants with UK qualifications:Applicants who started their studies on or after 1 September 1999, will need:An accredited Bachelors or Honours degree in engineering or technologyOR a Higher National Certificate or Diploma or a Foundation Degree in engineering or technology, plus appropriate further learning to degree levelOR an NVQ4 or SVQ4 which has been approved for the purpose by the Society or other professional engineering institutionApplicants who started their studies before 31 August 1999, will need an Higher National Certificate or Diploma.The Society accepts any accredited course for registration, regardless of the accrediting Engineering Institution. For a list of accredited courses go to: should add the course number to the application form if the degree is listed.Applicants with non-UK qualifications:If your qualification was gained in Canada, South Africa, Hong Kong, Australia, Ireland and New Zealand it might be an acceptable equivalent if it is listed under the Sydney Accord.*A European qualification might be an acceptable equivalent if it is recognised by FEANI*. .Please submit a copy of the web page with your application if your qualification is shown on either database.Qualifications gained at universities in countries such as China, Hong Kong, Australia or Singapore, Sri Lanka and Trinidad have been assessed by UK professional engineering institutions as being equivalent to an IEng accredited degree. Please check the list of accredited courses.Applicants with other or no qualificationsRegardless of your educational background, if you are an experienced and responsible engineer, you are encouraged to apply for Eng Tech, IEng or CEng registration. If you do not have recognised qualifications, we will review your application (including the Qualifying report) to determine if youalready have the underpinning knowledge and understanding for professional competence oryou need to take some further action to meet the EngC’s requirements in full, in which case, advice is given.Details of accredited courses are given on the searchable EngC website: course-search/For details of work-based and flexible learning qualifications go to:The Open University: The Engineering Gateways: Portsmouth University Partnership Programme: addresses:Sydney Accord: FEANI: link to participating country websites: CAcademic requirements for EngTechEngineering Technicians are professionals who:Apply proven techniques and procedures to the solution of practical engineering problemsCarry out supervisory or technical responsibilitiesExercise creative aptitudes and skills within defined fields of technologyContribute to the design, development, manufacture, commissioning, decommissioning, operation or maintenance of products, equipment, processes or services, andApply safe systems of workThe academic requirements for those seeking EngTech registration are as follows.Typically, applicants will have successfully completed an Advanced/Modern Apprenticeship or other work based learning programme approved by the Society or other professional Engineering Institution. This can lead directly to Engineering Technician registration.Alternatively, applicants will hold, alongside appropriate working experience:Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Engineering ora qualification, approved by a professional Engineering Institution, in engineering set at level 3 (or above) in the Qualifications and Credit Framework or at level 6 (or above) in the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework or- equivalent qualifications approved by their professional engineering institutionThough the Society does not have a list of approved UK qualifications, the EngC has an online searchable database*. If your qualification was gained outside the UK, it might be an acceptable equivalent if it is listed under the Dublin Accord*.Website addresses:EC searchable database: Accord: CInterim Registration – information for applicantsGraduates are encouraged apply for grade of Associate (ARAeS) and, for those with accredited engineering degree qualifications, Interim Registration for Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng).Interim Registration is a useful option if you aim to become a fully registered engineering professional. It can also give Interim Registrants the edge over others without it, as it demonstrates to current and future employers an appropriate level of academic achievement and commitment to the profession. Though it does not confer a professional title it means they have met the educational standards for full CEng or IEng registration.The Society will accept for Interim Registration any accredited course shown on the Engineering Council’s list of all accredited courses: qualifications are needed for Interim Registration?For Interim IEng registration, applicants who started their UK studies after 1 September 1999, need an accredited Bachelors or honours degree in engineering or technology.For Interim CEng registration, applicants who started their UK studies after 1 September 1999 will need:an accredited Bachelors degree with honours in engineering or technology, plus an appropriate accredited Masters degreeOR an accredited integrated MEng degree.How do I apply?Complete the application form. Tick the ARAeS box at the top of the front page plus the Interim Registration box and enclose a copy of the accredited qualification certificate. Both documents should be sent to the Professional Standards Officer at the Society.There is an administration fee for Associate, payable on application, plus an annual membership fee, payable on election. The Society also collects, on behalf of the Engineering Council, the annual registration fee, normally collected with the annual membership fee.The Society will register you with the Engineering Council who send a certificate to you direct when confirming your Interim Registration. When you apply in due course for full registration, you will need to attach a copy of the accredited qualification certificate with your application; this is to meet our audit requirements.MyCareerPath - The Society's online Professional Development ToolAs applicants for Interim Registration have normally just started their career, they are encouraged to join the Society's on-line MyCareerPath to record their skills and work experience against the competences and commitment required for full registration as an IEng or CEng. This can be done on the Society’s website: & 3: if the application is approved, staff inform the applicant who001,2 & 3: if the application is approved, staff inform the applicant who465518563652401,4: if the application is approved, staff inform the applicant that they have to take a FL option and guidance on the Society website is signposted.Applicant has six months to make a decision.001,4: if the application is approved, staff inform the applicant that they have to take a FL option and guidance on the Society website is signposted.Applicant has six months to make a decision.88328563652401,2,3 & 4: If the application for registration is not approved. The applicant is advised to reapply at a future date001,2,3 & 4: If the application for registration is not approved. The applicant is advised to reapply at a future dateAppendix DFurther Learning OptionsThis Appendix shows how Individual Assessment Panel (IAP) members handle an applicant without exemplifying qualifications. It also includes the guidance and forms for the Career Appraisal Report and the Technical Report Options.The Process34740841159102175958511730725417185115887500454088515017754. The decision that further learning is needed and theappropriate options are recorded. The application is passed to the Registration Committee for a decision on suitability for registration.004. The decision that further learning is needed and theappropriate options are recorded. The application is passed to the Registration Committee for a decision on suitability for registration.294068514020802. & 3. The decision that no further learning is needed is recordedand passed to the Registration Committee.002. & 3. The decision that no further learning is needed is recordedand passed to the Registration Committee.99758514020801. The application proceeds to theRegistration Committee with decision pending on FL001. The application proceeds to theRegistration Committee with decision pending on FLBelow is a flowchart showing how the Panel handles an applicant without exemplifying qualifications:768985178435The Panel decides if: 1. Further information is needed or 2. The applicant’s qualifications are equivalent or 3. Their qualifications, current post and previous experience are sufficient to meet the academic requirement for registration or 4. Further Learning is needed00The Panel decides if: 1. Further information is needed or 2. The applicant’s qualifications are equivalent or 3. Their qualifications, current post and previous experience are sufficient to meet the academic requirement for registration or 4. Further Learning is needed768985140335The Registration Committee decides if an application for registration can proceed or not: applicant is advised accordingly00The Registration Committee decides if an application for registration can proceed or not: applicant is advised accordingly530288511684000Applicant completes the FL option and sends proof for consideration by the IAP. If accepted, the applicant proceeds to PRI.Applicant completes the FL option and sends proof for consideration by the IAP. If accepted, the applicant proceeds to PRI.CAREER APPRAISAL REPORT (CAR)The CAR is an Option that the Society can recommend to help part-qualified or unqualified applicants demonstrate they have gained the same level of knowledge and understanding as those who have the exemplifying qualifications for IEng or CEng registration, as outlined in Section 2 of the Registration Handbook.Applicants are invited to complete the form which has been designed in accordance with the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education description of the typical ability level of a holder of an MEng or BEng Honours degree. The full descriptor for Masters and Bachelors level degrees, and further information, are available from the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) website at qaa.ac.ukSee Annex i for guidance and the CEng CAR form and Annex ii for guidance and the IEng CAR form. Exemplars of completed reports and a Word version of the forms can be downloaded from .Assessment of the Report will be made by the Society’s Individual Assessment Panel who may, at its discretion, also require an applicant to attend an interview relating specifically to the completed CAR.Following satisfactory review of a Career Appraisal Report, by the Individual Assessment Panel, the applicant will be advised to submit a full Registration Application for review by the Registration Committee and application reviewed through the standard process detailed in the Registration Handbook and appendices. Annex i (CEng CAR form)CAREER APPRAISAL REPORT FOR CHARTERED ENGINEERPlease refer to the guidance at the end of the form. Exemplars and a Word version of this form can be downloaded from .Please complete this report electronically but the Declaration of Evidences must be signed by you and the professional referee.Applicant’s Declaration: The evidence described in this document is a true record of the academic competence that has been demonstrated by me, and the evidence is available for review, if necessary.Name of Applicant (please print)Signed:DateProfessional Referee’s Declaration: The evidence described in this document is a true record of the academic competence that has been demonstrated by this applicant. NB: You must be a registered Chartered Engineer.Name of Professional Referee (please print)I know this applicant in my capacity as his / her (delete as applicable) MentorProfessional RefereeLine Manager(delete as applicable)Other (please specify)I hold CEng registration via (name of institution)Signed:DateImportant Note: before completing this report, you should read the general guidance notes and the specific guidance notes applicable to each section, as detailed below. With reference to your area of professional practice, please demonstrate the following:1. Your areas of underpinning knowledge and how they have been developed (include details of technical development from academic and industrial training and experience):2. How you deal with complex issues, both systematically and creatively; make sound judgements in the absence of complete data, and communicate your conclusions clearly to specialist and non- specialist audiences:3. Self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and the ability to act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional or equivalent level:4. How you intend to continue to advance your knowledge and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level:5. The qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring: the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility; decision-making in complex and unpredictable situations, the independent learning ability required for continuing professional development The completed report should be sent to: Deputy Professional Standards Manager, Royal Aeronautical Society, No.4 Hamilton Place, London W1J 7BQ.Guidance Notes to completing the CEng Career Appraisal ReportFormal education is the usual, though not the only, way of demonstrating the underpinning knowledge and understanding for professional competence. The following qualifications exemplify the required knowledge and understanding for CEng registration:An accredited Bachelors degree with honours in engineering or technology, plus either an appropriate Masters degree accredited or approved by a professional engineering institution, or appropriate further learning to Masters level, or an accredited integrated MEng degree.Applicants who do not have exemplifying qualifications to demonstrate the required knowledge and understanding may do so in other ways, but must clearly demonstrate they have achieved the same level of knowledge and understanding as those with the qualifications. The assessment will be made by the Society’s Individual Assessment Panel, based on the evidence you provide on the enclosed form, the purpose of which is to enable you to demonstrate how your work based learning has enabled you to reach the same level of knowledge and understanding as those possessing the exemplifying qualifications required by UK-SPEC.The Career Appraisal Report (CAR) has been designed in accordance with the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education description of the typical ability level of a holder of an MEng degree. The full descriptor for Masters level degrees, and further information, is available from the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) website at qaa.ac.uk. For additional guidance on Further Learning, please visit the Professional Registration pages on .Any work based learning must satisfy the three key elements of Further Learning, i.e. enhanced engineering and science deepening, increased technical breadth and increased non-technical broadening. Please note that the exemplifying qualifications are in engineering or technology. Therefore, in demonstrating equivalence, it is your engineering knowledge, skills and understanding - as distinct from those in engineering management - that will be the focus of the assessment by the Individual Assessment Panel.Applicants are advised to refer to the exemplar of a completed report and to these guidance notes before completing their own report. Remember that any evidence provided must relate to your area of professional practice.Please note, the Individual Assessment Panel may, at its discretion, require applicants to attend an interview relating specifically to the Career Appraisal Report. Section Guidance The following guidance refers to each section in the report. Important note: when completing each section, you should provide examples written in first person, using phrases like; I produced, I designed, I investigated, I analysed, I modified etc. It is your personal contribution particularly in terms of demonstrating your knowledge and critical thinking that will be looked for in the examples you give. Your areas of underpinning knowledge and how they have been developed. Include details of technical development from academic and industrial training and experience.Please describe the level of your underpinning knowledge (e.g. HNC, HND, degree, etc). It is not sufficient to simply provide a list; you are expected to demonstrate how your underpinning knowledge has been learnt, applied, and developed through the course of your work. Evidence of how you have extended your own technological capability is also required. This may be evidenced by how you identify constraints and exploit opportunities for the development and transfer of technology within your chosen field. Evidence could also include how you have secured any intellectual property rights, and how you develop and evaluation continuous improvement systems.How you deal with complex issues, both systematically and creatively; make sound judgments in the absence of complete data, and communicate your conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences.Please describe the application of your underpinning knowledge. In addition to explaining how you apply your knowledge, and what learning came from this application, you should provide examples that demonstrate your ability in the areas described.Dealing with complex issues, both systematically and creatively requires you to demonstrate how you identify and agree appropriate research methodologies, and how you assemble the necessary resources. You should refer to how you collect, analyse and evaluate the relevant/available data, and how you then draft, present and agree your findings.The ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills is part of the Professional Review & Interview process. Communicating your conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences could be evidenced by examples of your providing advice to technical and non-technical colleagues.Self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and the ability to act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional or equivalent level.It is vital that you clearly demonstrate your personal responsibility. You may be a team leader, but here you are required to sell yourself and your achievements rather than those of the team. Examples could include how you have reviewed the potential for enhancing engineering products, processes, systems and services, and how you have explored the territory within your own responsibilities for new opportunities.How you intend to continue to advance your knowledge and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level.Being able to demonstrate a commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is a vital part of the Professional Review & Interview for CEng registration. This section requires you to identify the limits of your own personal knowledge and skills, and to confirm how you intend to address any deficiency. Evidence could include further study, such as Open University (or other) CPD programmes, an IT course, or broadening and deepening your own knowledge base through research and experimentation.The qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring; the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility, decision-making in complex and unpredictable situations, the independent learning ability required for continuing professional development.Chartered Engineers need to be well-rounded individuals who are able to adapt to various situations. As with section 3, here you are require to provide personal examples. Evidence could include how you identified the required cost, quality, safety, reliability, appearance, fitness for purpose and environmental impact of an engineering design. Your independent learning ability could be evidenced by demonstrating how you have actively learned from feedback on results to improve future design solutions and build best practice. The exercise of initiative and personal responsibility could be evidenced by how you have identified projects and opportunities.Annex ii (IEng CAR form)CAREER APPRAISAL REPORT FOR INCORPORATED ENGINEERPlease refer to the guidance at the end of the form. An exemplar and a Word version of this form can be downloaded from .Please complete this report electronically but the Declaration of Evidences must be signed by you and the professional referee.Applicant’s Declaration: The evidence described in this document is a true record of the academic competence that has been demonstrated by me, and the evidence is available for review, if necessary.Name of Applicant (please print)Signed:DateProfessional Referee’s Declaration: The evidence described in this document is a true record of the academic competence that has been demonstrated by this applicant. NB: must be a registered Incorporated or Chartered Engineer.Name of Professional Referee (please print)I know this applicant in my capacity as his / her (delete as applicable) MentorProfessional RefereeLine Manager(delete as applicable)Other (please specify)I hold IEng / CEng registration via (name of institution)Signed:DateImportant Note: before completing this report, you should read the general guidance notes and the specific guidance notes applicable to each section, as detailed below. With reference to your area of professional practice, please demonstrate the following:1. Your areas of underpinning knowledge and how they have been developed: Include details of technical development from academic and industrial training and experience.2. How you use a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of information, and to propose solutions to problems arising from that analysis.3. How you effectively communicate information, arguments, and analysis, in a variety of forms, to specialist and non-specialist audiences, and deploy key techniques of the discipline effectively.4. How you undertake further training, develop existing skills, and acquire new competences that will enable you to assume significant responsibility within organisations.5. The qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making.Guidance Notes to completing the IEng Career Appraisal ReportGeneral Guidance Formal education is the usual, though not the only, way of demonstrating the underpinning knowledge and understanding for professional competence. The following qualifications exemplify the required knowledge and understanding for IEng:An accredited Bachelors degree in engineering or technology, OR a Higher National Diploma or a Foundation Degree in engineering or technology, plus appropriate further learning to degree level.Applicants who do not have exemplifying qualifications to demonstrate the required knowledge and understanding may do so in other ways, but must clearly demonstrate they have achieved the same level of knowledge and understanding as those with the qualifications. The assessment will be made by the Society’s Individual Assessment Panel, based on the evidence you provide in this report, the purpose of which is to enable you to demonstrate how your work based learning has enabled you to reach the same level of knowledge and understanding as those possessing the exemplifying qualifications required by UK-SPEC.The Career Appraisal Report (CAR) has been designed in accordance with the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education description of the typical ability level of a holder of a Bachelors degree. The full descriptor for Bachelors level degrees, and further information, is available from the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) website at qaa.ac.uk. For additional guidance on Further Learning, please visit the Professional Registration pages on .Any work-based learning must satisfy the three key elements of Further Learning, i.e. enhanced engineering and science deepening, increased technical breadth and increased non-technical broadening. Please note that the exemplifying qualifications are in engineering or technology. Therefore, in demonstrating equivalence, it is your engineering knowledge, skills and understanding, as distinct from those in engineering management, will be the focus of the assessment by the Individual Assessment Panel.Applicants are advised to refer to the exemplar of a completed report and to these guidance notes before completing their own report. Remember that any evidence provided must relate to your area of professional practice.Please note, the Individual Assessment Panel may, at its discretion, require applicants to attend an interview relating specifically to the Career Appraisal Report.Section GuidanceThe following guidance refers to each section in the report:Important note: when completing each section, you should provide examples written in first person, using phrases like; I produced, I designed, I investigated, I analysed, I modified etc. It is your personal contribution particularly in terms of demonstrating your knowledge and critical thinking that will be looked for in examples you give.Your areas of underpinning knowledge and how they have been developed. Include details of technical development from academic and industrial training and experience.Pleas describe the level of your underpinning knowledge (e.g. HND, etc). It is not sufficient to simply provide a list; you are expected to demonstrate how your underpinning knowledge has been learnt, applied and developed through the course of your work. This could be evidenced by how you have broadened and deepened your own knowledge base through new applications and techniques. You could also refer to your use of market intelligence and knowledge of technological developments to promote and improve the effectiveness of engineering products, systems and services.How you use a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of information, and to propose solutions to problems arising from that analysis.Please describe how you identify, review and select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake engineering tasks. This could be demonstrated by your ability to select a review methodology; review the potential for enhancing engineering products, processes, systems and services, using evidence from best practice and/or from the analysis of statistical records. You could also refer to how you establish an action plan to implement the results of the review. This section also requires you to demonstrate how you contribute to the design and development of engineering solutions and how you implement design solutions and contribute to their evaluation. Evidence could include your ability to: contribute to the identification and specification of design and development requirements for engineering products, processes, systems and services; identify problems and evaluate possible engineering solutions to meet client needs; contribute to the design of engineering solutions; secure the necessary resources; implement design solutions, taking account of cost, quality, safety, reliability, appearance, fitness for purpose and environmental impact.How you effectively communicate information, arguments, and analysis, in a variety of forms, to specialist and non-specialist audiences, and deploy key techniques of the discipline effectively.Please describe the application of your underpinning knowledge, and your communication skills. In addition to explaining how you apply your knowledge and what learning came from this application, you should also provide examples that demonstrate your ability in the areas described above.You should also provide evidence that you have exchanged information and provided advice to technical and non-technical colleagues. You could include in this section how you contribute to, chair and record meetings and discussions, and how you prepare letters, documents and reports. You should also include in this section how you manage the planning, budgeting and organisation of tasks, people and resources. This could be evidenced by your ability to work to agreed quality standards, programme and budget, and how you manage work teams and coordinate project activities.How you undertake further training, develop existing skills, and acquire new competences that will enable you to assume significant responsibility within organisations.Being able to demonstrate a commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is a vital part of the Professional Review & Interview process for IEng registration. This section requires you to identify the limits of your own personal knowledge and skills, and to explain how you intend to address any deficiency. Evidence of your commitment to acquire new competences could include further study such as Open University (or other) CPD and/or academic programmes, an IT course, or broadening and deepening your own knowledge base through personal research or experimentation. You will need to demonstrate an understanding of the level of competence required to assume significant responsibility within organisations.The qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making.Incorporated Engineers need to be well-rounded individuals who are able to adapt to various situations. As with section 3, here you are required to provide personal examples. Evidence could include how you identified the required cost, quality, safety, reliability, appearance, fitness for purpose and environmental impact of an engineering design. Your independent learning ability could be evidenced by demonstrating how you have actively learned from feedback on results to improve future design solutions and build best practice. The exercise of initiative and personal responsibility could be evidenced by how you have identified projects and opportunities.Appendix EROYAL AERONAUTICAL SOCIETYReport on Assessment for Professional Review for Engineering Technician RegistrationCandidate’s name:Membership No:Date of Birth:UK-SPEC Threshold StatementsDoes not meet the competence standardMeets the competence standardCommentsA Use engineering knowledgeand understanding to applytechnical and practical skills.B Contribute to the design,development, manufacture,construction, commissioning,operation or maintenance ofproducts, equipment,processes, systems orservices.CAccept and exercise personalresponsibility.D Use effective communicationand interpersonal skills.E Make a personal commitmentto an appropriate code ofprofessional conduct,recognising obligations tosociety, the profession andthe environment.APPROVED FOR EngTech REGISTRATION (If 'NO', please add comments overleaf)Please circle:YESorNOSignature of Chair of the Non Corporate Grading Committee (or their nominated deputy)Print NameDateIf you are unable to recommend the candidate for EngTech registration, please provide a full explanation below to enable staff to give the candidate constructive criticism as to the best wayforwardCommentsCandidate's areas of weaknessSuggestions for improvementSignatureDateKey Word Notes for IEng Interviews – for assessor’s personal use onlyAppendix FCandidate’sNameMembershipnumberPlace ofInterviewDateName of RAeSAssessorThreshold Standards of Competence &CommitmentKey Words written during InterviewA1. Maintain and extend sound theoretical approach to the application of technology in engineering practice2. Use a sound evidence-based approach to problem solving and contribute to continuousimprovementB1. Identify, review and select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake engineering tasks2. Contribute to the design and development of engineering solutions3. Implement design solutions and contribute to theirevaluationC1. Plan for effective project implementation2. Manage the planning, budgeting and organisation of tasks, people and resources3. Manage teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs4. Manage continuous quality improvementD1. Communicate in English with others at all levels2. Present and discuss proposals3. Demonstrate personal and social skillsE1. Comply with relevant codes of conduct2. Manage and apply safe systems of work3. Undertake engineering activities in a way that contributes to sustainabledevelopment4. Carry out continuing professional development necessary to maintain and enhance competence in own area of practiceKey Word Notes for CEng Interviews – for assessor’s personal use onlyAppendix GCandidate’sNameMembershipnumberPlace ofInterviewDateName of RAeSAssessorThreshold Standards of Competence &CommitmentKey Words written during the InterviewA1.Maintain and extend sound theoretical approach in enabling the introduction and exploitation of new & advancing technology and other relevant developments2.Engage in the creative and innovative development of engineering technology and continuousimprovement systemsB1.Identify potential projects and opportunities2.Conduct appropriate research and undertake design & development of engineering solutions3.Implement design solutions and evaluate their effectivenessC1.Plan for effective project implementation2.Plan, budget, organise, direct and control tasks, people and resourcesC3.Lead teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs4.Bring about continuous improvement through quality municate in English with others at all levels2.Present and discuss proposals3.Demonstrate personal and social ply with relevant codes of conduct2.Manage and apply safe systems of work3.Undertake engineering activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development4.Carry out continuing professional development necessary to maintain and enhancecompetence in own area of practiceAppendix HROY AL AERONAUTICAL SOCIETY PRI REPORT FORMReport on Interview for Professional Review for Engineering Technician RegistrationCandidate’s name:Membership no:Actual start time:Actual finish time:Date of Birth:Picture ID confirmed (Please circle):YESorNOCOMPETENCE AND COMMITMENT TO THE PROFESSIONUK-SPEC Threshold StatementsPoor (1-2)Satisfactory (3-4)Good (5-6)Justifications(You must refer to all categories A-E)A Use engineering knowledge and understanding to apply technical and practical skills.B Contribute to the design, development, manufacture, construction, commissioning, operation or maintenance of products, equipment, processes, systems or services.C Accept and exercise personal responsibility.D Use effective communication and interpersonal skills.E Make a personal commitment to an appropriate code of professional conduct, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment.RECOMMENDATION FOR EngTech REGISTRATION (If 'NO', please add comments overleaf)Please circle:YESorNOSignature of Assessor 1Signature of Assessor 2Print NamePrint NameDateDateCandidate’s name:M’ship no.Date:If you are unable to recommend the candidate for EngTech registration, please provide full reasons for each competence area found to be unsatisfactory. This will be used to provide comprehensive and meaningful feedback to the candidate, to clearly guide them as to corrective actions to petence areas identifiedas unsatisfactoryReasons for recommendationSignature of Assessor 1Signature of Assessor 2Print NamePrint NameDateDate6901815881824500Appendix IROYAL AERONAUTICAL SOCIETY PRI REPORT FORMReport on Interview for Professional Review for Incorporated Engineer RegistrationCandidate’s name:Membership no:Actual start time:Actual finish time:Date of Birth:Picture ID confirmed (Please circle):YESorNOCOMPETENCE AND COMMITMENT TO THE PROFESSIONUK-SPEC Threshold StatementsPoor (1-2)Satisfactory (3-4)Good (5-6)Justifications(You must refer to all categories A-E) Please complete using a BLACK ballpoint penA Use a combination of general and specialist engineering knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technologyB Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct, commission, operate, maintain, decommission and recycle engineering processes, systems, services and products.C Provide technical and commercial managementD Demonstrate effective interpersonal skillsE Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environmentRECOMMENDATION FOR IEng REGISTRATION (If 'NO', provide justification & advice to candidate overleaf)Please circle:YESorNOTick if you consider this candidate outstandingSignature of Assessor 1Signature of Assessor 2Print NamePrint NameDateDateCandidate’s name:Membership no:Date:If you are unable to recommend the candidate for IEng registration, please provide full reasons for each competence area found to be unsatisfactory. This will be used to provide comprehensive andmeaningful feedback to the candidate, to clearly guide them as to corrective actions to petence areas identified asunsatisfactoryReasons for recommendation35179014922500Signature of Assessor 1Signature of Assessor 2Print NamePrint NameDateDate6769100896366000Appendix JROYAL AERONAUTICAL SOCIETY PRI REPORT FORMReport on Interview for Professional Review for Chartered Engineer RegistrationCandidate’s name:Membership no:Actual start time:Actual finish time:Date of Birth:Picture ID confirmed (Please circle):YESorNOCOMPETENCE AND COMMITMENT TO THE PROFESSIONUK-SPEC Threshold StatementsPoor (1-2)Satisfactory (3-4)Good (5-6)Justifications(You must refer to all categories A-E) Please complete using a BLACK ballpoint penA Use a combination of general and specialist engineering knowledge and understanding to optimise the application of existing and emerging technologyB Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to the analysis and solution of engineering problemsC Provide technical and commercial leadershipD Demonstrate effective interpersonal skillsE Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environmentRECOMMENDATION FOR CEng REGISTRATION (If 'NO', provide justification & advice to candidate overleaf)Please circle:YESorNOTick if you consider this candidate outstandingSignature of Assessor 1Signature of Assessor 2Print NamePrint NameDateDateCandidate’s name:Membership no:Date:269875153035If you are unable to recommend the candidate for CEng registration, please provide full reasons for each competence area found to be unsatisfactory. This will be used to provide comprehensive and meaningful feedback to the candidate, to clearly guide them as to corrective actions to take.00If you are unable to recommend the candidate for CEng registration, please provide full reasons for each competence area found to be unsatisfactory. This will be used to provide comprehensive and meaningful feedback to the candidate, to clearly guide them as to corrective actions to take.2667005461000Competence areas identified as unsatisfactoryReasons for recommendationAppendix KGuidance for Academic Applicants for CEng RegistrationCompetence A should not be significantly different to the majority of applicants, with a similar profile to those following a corporate route – evidence of underpinning degree (most likely supplemented with a MSc/PhD level qualification in area of specialism), higher level teaching qualification (for instance, Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education Teaching), professional development course attendance (internal and external).Competence B should reflect the practical application of theoretical knowledge within the context of engineering research. Evidence could include holding UK Research Council (EPSRC/ESRC), European (FP7, ERC), TSB or industrially funded grants and presenting both the research implementation complemented with the identified 'pathway to impact' for the work (societal/industrial context of academic research). 'Pathway to Impact' statements (or similar) are becoming commonplace in the application procedures for many of the main research funding bodies, and require a clear demonstration of mapping of fundamental research through to end application area.For example (fictitious examples):B1.Identifypotential projects and opportunitiesEP/xxxxxxxxx/1 As a follow on from earlier non-destructive testing work, I identified that ultrasonic waves produced from pulsed laser sources could be used for continuous monitoring of potential defects in aerospace composites. This was successfully presented to EPSRC as a research programme and has been funded for a periodof three years.FP7/ xxxxxxxx Acoustic Modelling of Turbofan Ducts. This research programme was developed through a consortium to consider the development of new acoustic modelling approaches for turbofan ducts. I identified that there was a lack of understanding in predicting sound transmission in the new generation of composite acoustic liners, and I proposed this should be incorporated into thedescription of work to our industrial partners. I now lead a Work Package which is devoted to this topic.Workshop on NextGen ATM. As part of my work in ATM modelling, I identified that there was a lack of understanding of NextGen in my research team. I secured funding from my Head of School and invited speakers from academic/ ATM stakeholders in the US for a workshop to discuss the issues and identify areas of commoninterest.2. Conduct appropriate research, and undertake design and development of engineering solutionsEP/xxxxxxxxx/1 As the PI for this programme, I was responsible for the development of a robust system which could be used for the continuous monitoring of crack propagation using ultrasonic waves.This was extensively tested and reported on through academic publications and conference presentations.PhD LES/DES modelling of cavity flows. During my PhD, I benchmarked the use of DES modelling approaches against other commonly used CFD modelling tools, and developed a 'best practice' for the use of DES for this type of problem. Approaches were validated through a series of supporting experimental tests andpublished in peer reviewed Aeronautical Journal.3. Implement design solutions, and evaluate their effectivenessAs WP lead for the development of a new modelling approach for sound transmission in acoustic liners, I was responsible for ensuring integration of the models with those developed in other WPs, and interfacing on a regular basis with other WP leaders to ensureconsistency in methods and to identify conflicts in processes as early as possible.Test facility upgrade. As part of a major refurbishment of facilities within the university, I was responsible for identifying the technical need for a new test facility, liaising with contractors on specification and overseeing the installation of the new test cell. I developed the accompanying test procedure manual and evaluated the new testcell against the original specification.PhD Research. My PhD was industrially funded by xxxxx, and I was responsible for the implementation and testing of the improved baseline cost-time analysis model into the existing legacy systems,and to provide detailed guidance and training/documentation on the use of the new petence C should again have similarities to that which would be presented by a corporate applicant, although it is likely to be based on a number of smaller budget/team projects. Typical examples would be research council funding applications (project planning, manpower forecasting, justification of resources and financial projections), research grant management (financial management, funding body reporting, day-to-day project management including postgraduate/postdoctoral staff, staff mentoring/appraisals and training) and PhD student management (financial management, training facilitation and CPD for student, progress monitoring and evaluation).For example (fictitious examples):C1. Plan for effective project implementationEP/xxxxxxxxx/1 As part of preparation of a funding submission to EPSRC for an ultrasonic wave monitoring system, I was responsiblefor developing the statement of work, including manpower, facility and equipment needs and associated budgetary breakdown.As a PhD supervisor for three PhD research students, I identify potential work proposals that can be achieved within a three year period, development of initial work plans with students which are reviewed through regularly scheduled progress meetings, identification and planning of necessary training, andidentification/management of financial support packages.2. Plan, budget, organise, directand control tasks, people andresourcesAs the Principal Investigator for a Technology Strategy Board (TSB) funded research programme, I was responsible for the project plan and ensuring that work packages were progressing on schedule, preparation and submission of quarterly financial statements, meetings with the TSB monitor to report on progress and preparation of yearly technical reports/final project report. I maintained theproject risk register and identified strategies for dealing with areas of concern.As programme director for Aeronautical Engineering, I am responsible for the delivery of the educational programmes and their compliance with quality assurance standards. I lead the academic staff in delivery of the courses, planning teaching activities, workloadallocation and planning of budgets on a yearly basis for the delivery of teaching related activities.3.Leadteamsand developstafftomeet changing technical and managerial needsAll projects: As line manager for a team of five postdoctoral research fellows, I am responsible for both ensuring that staff members are completing technical objectives both on time and to standard, and ensuring that all staff are regularly appraised in order to discuss issues and to plan/report against CPD activities.As primary supervisor for two PhD students, I am responsible for regular monitoring of work, reporting and feedback on progress, identifying training opportunities and needs.4. Bring about continuous improvement through qualitymanagementAll research projects: For both postdoctoral and PhD students, I ensure that I have regularly scheduled meetings to discuss progressand to provide feedback on regular intervals to support staff and to enhance quality of output.I also encourage staff/students toparticipate in international conferences/forums in order to get regular peer feedback on work.All teaching activities: as an engineering lecturer, I participate in yearly module and pathway review activities in order to ensure that all taught engineering modules compile with accreditationrequirements, and to engage in debate with colleagues on module content to ensure content remains petence D should again not be significantly different from any other category of applicant, typical examples including engagement with industrial partners, local schools, university-wide committees, professional societies, technical conference presentations, conference/journal paper petence E should again be reasonably similar to most applications, highlighting how development as an engineering researcher has been followed to date, and how they anticipate continuing. For most academic applicants, there should be clear evidence of engagement with those outside of the university through a range of potential activities as this is a major activity in most academic departments (Open Days, Open Evenings, voluntary organisations such as Sentinus, WISE, etc).For example (fictitious examples):E1. Comply with relevant codes ofconductAs PI for the industrially funded xxxxxx, I am responsible for theagreement of and compliance with non-disclosure agreements for commercially sensitive data.For all wind tunnel testing that is undertaken as part of grant agreement FP7/ xxxxxxxx, I am responsible for ensuring that all risk assessments are conducted prior to testing and that all Health and Safety codes are reviewed on a regular basis to maintain currentawareness of regulations and impact on testing.2. Manage and apply safe systems of workI conduct Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) for all research programmes with particular responsibility for those whichrequire the use of carbon nanotubes.All projects: When conducting any new testing, I am responsible for ensuring the completion of full risk assessments, and to liaise with theHealth and Safety Officer when appropriate to ensure that all regulations are fully complied with.3. Undertake engineering activities in a way that contributes to sustainable developmentWhen designing new test specimens, all designs are checked for material wastage and to reduce scrap material where at all possible. All test specimens are carefully stored post testing if re-use ofcomponents may be possible.Outreach programme: I am currently a member of our School outreach programme, which involves running engineering awarenessdays for local Schools with a range of environmentally focused engineering demonstrations.4. Carry out continuing professional development necessary to maintainand enhance competence in own area of practiceI successfully completed an MSc in Aerospace Vehicle Design from xxxxxx, which allowed me to gain a deeper insight into wider issues associated with the design and development of a broad spectrum ofAerospace Vehicles moving forward into my PhD research programme.I regularly attend the Royal Aeronautical Society Annual conference to both present ongoing work, and also to keep up to date with the latestresearch in my field.Appendix LAs this document is subject to review please refer to the extranet to ensure you have the most recent version4727523172508Guidance NoteThe Professional Review Interview IntroductionThe Professional Review Interview (PRI) is a fundamental element of the registration process and mandatory for Incorporated Engineers and Chartered Engineers. For Engineering Technicians the interview is at the discretion of the Licensed Member concerned but is often used for Individual Route cases, a sample of Standard Route cases and marginal cases.The requirements for assessment of competence and commitment of all applicants for registration are set out in paragraphs 10 to 18 of the UK-SPEC Regulations for Registration (paragraphs 13 to 18 specifically cover the PRI). The PRI is the final stage of the review process. Before it, there will have been a review of documentary evidence to ensure that applicants have demonstrated the required knowledge and understanding (through exemplifying qualifications or other means) and that they have had appropriate professional development and working experience to be considered for registration at the level applied for. Ideally, no-one should reach the stage of the PRI who does not have a very good chance of being successful.This guidance note aims to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the PRI process and reflects discussion within Engineering Council committees and with Licensed Members. It does not form part of UK-SPEC. It will be kept under review and comments from institutions are welcome. For any further clarification please contact the Engineering Council.Further information on the Interviewing process can be found on the Extranet under Workshops and Seminars. The Guidance Note on the Assessment of EngTech Applicants should also be consulted.Interviewers and Interview PanelsQ. What category of registration should the interviewers be?A. Ideally at least one should be in the registration category in which the applicant is seeking registration. The prime requirements are that they should be trained and competent to assess, and have substantial experience in the relevant engineering discipline.Q. Do the interviewers require training?A. Yes; it is essential that the interviewers maintain their competence through initial training, regular updating and also by conducting interviews regularly.Page 1 of 4Q. Should a chairman be appointed for the interview panel?A. Yes, primarily to ensure suitable management of the actual interview, including keeping to time and ensuring all five competence areas (including non-technical ones) are covered.Q. What is the maximum size of the interview panel?A. Two interviewers are required under the Regulations. An additional interviewer may be added, and moderators, trainees and other observers may attend some interviews, but the total number should be kept to a minimum. The applicant must be considered and should be made aware in advance of all members present at the interview and their roles.Q. Should the relationship between interviewers and applicants be considered?A. Institutions should wherever possible appoint interviewers who do not have a working or other relationship with the applicant. When this is impossible, any working or other relationship needs to be made transparent, so there need to be appropriate procedures in place for declarations of interest for both parties. A declared interest need not preclude an interview continuing as planned, but there should be procedures for appointing an alternative interviewer where a conflict of interest might be seen to prejudice a judgement. All parties should be aware of and comfortable with those involved in the interview.Q. Can the interviewers be from the same organisation as the applicant (or from a competitor)?A. Whenever possible, interviewers should not be from the same organisation as the applicant. Where this cannot be avoided care should be taken to ensure that the relationship will not preclude a fair interview process (this precaution can also be relevant to interviewers from a competitor). One reviewer should always be from outside the applicant’s immediate organisation.Q. Can the interview be conducted jointly with internal company interviews?A. This is not prohibited but the requirements of the PRI must demonstrably be met.Q. Is it acceptable to use interviewers from other institutions?A. Yes providing they met the requirements of paragraph 13 of the Regulations.Q. May we use fixed pairings of interviewers?A. This is not encouraged. If circumstances require it, then a suitable moderation process must be in placeInterviewing, Assessment and ModerationQ. What is the prime responsibility of the interviewers?A. To exercise professional judgment in a holistic assessment of the applicant’s competence and commitment against the relevant sections of UK-SPEC. Each applicant should be assessed against the threshold standard and not against other applicants.Page 2 of 4Q. How can the consistency of interview standards be assured?A. Moderation of assessments is important and can be achieved through a combination of activities. Primarily, at least a sample of interviewers’ recommendations should be reviewed by the relevant committee. In addition, staff, third interviewers or independent observers (e.g. from the Engineering Council or other institutions) can contribute to moderation as can discussions at the regular training updates.Q. What is the ideal length of the interview?A. Ideally between 60 and 90 minutes. Thorough preparation including assessment of the application and briefing of the interviewers should have been completed prior to the interview.Q. Can the interview be conducted remotely?A. Yes. However, robust arrangements must be made to confirm the identity of the applicant, to authenticate any evidence, and to ensure that the interview environment is appropriate and is demonstrably not open to abuse. It is essential that voice and vision contact is maintained throughout the interview. Applicants must have agreed to this type of interview. The PRI record should indicate that it was performed remotely.Records of the number of remote PRIs should be maintained. Institutions should develop, document and approve detailed processes based on this guidance, specifying the technology employed and procedures to be taken in the event of any break in transmission.Reporting, Recommendations and DecisionsQ. What is the purpose of the report on the Professional Review?A. Reports are essential to justify the assessors’ recommendations and ensure transparency, as well as to facilitate moderation within the institution, and to provide evidence of process for Engineering Council licensing. They also provide essential evidence in the case of an appeal by an applicant against a decision, or in the case of any subsequent challenge to the suitability of a successful applicant. Assessors must therefore complete a report on each applicant.Q. What needs to be recorded in the report?A. The report should record the assessors’ judgments and recommendation, and these should be justified by appropriate evidential statements, that show whether the applicant has demonstrated all of the UK-SPEC competence and commitment requirements for the category of registration which is sought. The statements should reflect any evidence which the assessors may have from any assessment of the applicant carried out before the Professional Review Interview (PRI), as well as from the PRI itself. The report should only contain matter relating to the assessment of competence and commitment and extraneous statements about the applicant should be avoided.Page 3 of 4Q. How should Licensed Members support the reporting process?A. By ensuring that the scheduling of PRIs allows adequate time for assessors to prepare reports, and by ensuring that the training of assessors covers recording and report preparation.Q. Do the interviewers decide an applicant may be registered?A. No, they make recommendations to the membership committee (or equivalent).Q. What level of PRI success rate is considered good practice?A. There is no specific figure. However institutions are recommended to monitor success rates and should be prepared to consider the possible causes of any departure from normal trends.Q. Are conditional passes allowed?A. No; the interviewers must decide if the applicant satisfies the competence and commitment requirements of UK-SPEC. Those who do not should be advised what they still need to demonstrate and invited to reapply when they can provide the required evidence.Q. Can interviewers recommend to a committee that an applicant is registered at a different level of registration than that which has been sought?A. Yes, but only in exceptional circumstances, and provided that the interviewers are suitably trained. Report forms must be completed for both categories. These variations must be discussed and approved by the appropriate committee. If this occurs too frequently a wider review of the whole professional review process should be undertaken.Q. Do the individual competences have to be scored or graded for each applicant?A. No, this is for institutions to decide. If scoring or grading is used it should not assign more weight to any area(s) of competence than to others. Scoring or grading does not remove the need for a holistic view to be taken of the applicant’s competence and commitment.After the interviewQ. Can the responsible committee overturn a recommendation?A. Yes, but this should only happen in exceptional circumstances. The reasons for such a decision should be recorded and there should be a review of processes.Q. How long should interview records be retained?A. QAC has determined that interview records, including any proforma completed by an interviewer during the interview, should be retained for five years. All other personal notes made by the interviewer should be shredded immediately after the interviewQ. Does there have to be an appeal process?A. Yes, and details of this should be available to all applicants. Appeals should only be based on process (it was not followed) and perversity (it was not fair).Page 4 of 4QAC & RSC approvedFinalised 20120302/rsAppendix M468757012165Membership Confirmation Form 25 August, 2016To:Kate Walker Membership CoordinatorThe Institution of Engineers, Australia Email: KWALKER@.auFrom: Lynn BeattieRoyal Aeronautical Society Email: lynn.beattie@Dear KateThe following candidate has applied for Chartered Engineer registration via the RAeS/IEAust Mutual Recognition Agreement. Please confirm eligibility against the items shown:SURNAME, Given NamesRAeS M/No:IEAust M/No:Date of BirthELIGIBILITY CRITERIAYES, NO,N/A or Date1.Is a current Member in good standing? (please specify grade)2a.Washington Accord accredited academic qualification? or2b.Substantially equivalent academic formation assessed by IEAust3.Formation under general supervision of IEAust?4.Admission to Corporate Membership of IEAust under normal procedures and criteria?5.Undergone a Professional Interview/Examination6.Date of Interview/Examination7.Mutual Recognition Agreement applies?I confirm the above information has been provided from the official Membership records of IEAust and that the Royal Aeronautical Society is entitled to rely on it in judging the person named for Corporate Membership of that Institution and recognition as a Chartered Professional Engineer. The confirmation of standing is provided subject to the following comments:.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Certified by:.................................................................................Name:on behalf of Engineers AustraliaIPENZ Membership Confirmation Form 25 August, 2016Appendix NTo:4687570-792633Membership CoordinatorThe Institution of Professional Engineers, New ZealandEmail:From: Lynn BeattieRoyal Aeronautical Society Email: lynn.beattie@Dear KateThe following candidate has applied for Chartered Engineer registration via the IPENZ/EngC Mutual Exemption Agreement. Please confirm eligibility against the items shown:SURNAME, Given NamesRAeS M/No:IPENZM/No:Date of BirthELIGIBILITY CRITERIAYES, NO,N/A or Date1.Is a current Member in good standing? (please specify grade)2a.Washington Accord accredited academic qualification? or2b.Substantially equivalent academic formation assessed by IPENZ3.Formation under general supervision of IPENZ?4.Admission to Corporate Membership of IPENZ under normal procedures and criteria?5.Undergone a Professional Interview/Examination6.Date of Interview/Examination7.Mutual Exemption Agreement applies?I confirm the above information has been provided from the official Membership records of IEAust and that the Royal Aeronautical Society is entitled to rely on it in judging the person named for Corporate Membership of that Institution and recognition as a Chartered Professional Engineer. The confirmation of standing is provided subject to the following comments:.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Certified by:.................................................................................Name:on behalf of Institution of Professional Engineers New ZealandAppendix OGuidance on Military Route to Registration: CEng PGuidance on Military Route to Registration: IEng Q Guidance on MOD Civilian Route to Registration: CEng RGuidance on Military Route to Registration: IEng SProfessional Registration - the (not so) frequently asked questionsThere is a wealth of information on Professional Registration for EngTech, IEng and CEng available on the websites of the RAeS and Engineering Council (EngC). Despite this, there are routinely a small number of applications at every Registration Committee that, with a little more polish, could ‘sell’ their application a bit more effectively and make a successful transition to Professional Review and Interview (PR&I).To aid this, the Registration Committee have compiled the Top 10 (Not So) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to help not only applicants, but Referees too!Q. Professional Registration is such a pain, why do I need to complete such a detailed form?A. Remember that your application, and particularly your declaration of competences and commitments, is your statement as to why you believe you meet the EngC standard for registration. You must decide (with the support of mentors and colleagues who understand your career and capabilities) on the content of the application. We can only give broad guidance. The job of the Registration Committee and the Professional Review assessors is then to validateyour statement and decide whether they believe the standard has been met. The application process has been developed over the years to help you understand your own career in relation to the EngC standard and to best prepare you for the PR&I.Q. Must every box of the Qualifying Report Form be completed?A. No. However, think of this like a ‘sales pitch’, the more information that you give to the Registration Committee and your Professional Review assessors to consider, the easier their job will be to discuss your strengths as you have presented them.Q. Can a particular activity appear in more than one box?A. Certainly – but make sure that the evidence statement relates each time to the relevant competence.Q. Can an activity from early in my career be used as evidence?A. In general, a more recent activity, where competence and responsibility is likely to be greater, is likely to carry more weight. But it’s your choice – if you have a strong case based on early work then use it.Q. Can an activity from outside the work environment be used as evidence?A. Again, activity within the workplace is likely to carry more weight. But if you have a stronger demonstration of competence or commitment from outside the workplace then you can choose to use it.Q. I have had feedback from the Committee which says – ‘needs to demonstrate broader evidence in section B2’ – what did I do wrong?A. Sometimes applicants work in a narrow field and either discuss tasks or explain what the team did. The Qualifying Report Form (QRF) is all about your contribution and what you were responsible for. Applications that illustrate:‘I was the Principal Engineer, responsible for the delivery of …… ‘Or‘I was personally responsible for a team of 8 Engineers and tested the … ’Or‘I designed the LP1 fan blade of Trent 700-100 and conducted the FEA analysis of all design cases over a 12-month period’Or, if you need to mention a team activity, ‘Within the xxxx team, I was responsible for…’These are more likely to provide clear and unambiguous examples, which explain what you actually led, managed, produced and were responsible for.Q. If I do not have strong evidence for a particular sub-competence, am I wasting my time in proceeding with the application?A. The PR&I assessors will mark the interview at the top level of the five competences/commitments A – E. For them to recommend registration you must be assessed as satisfactory or higher in each of the five. However a weakness in one sub-part of a competence may be balanced by strengths in another sub-part of the same competence, allowing a satisfactory rating for that competence as a whole.Q. What should I look to get my Mentor or Referee to do for me?A. Your company Graduate Mentor or Referee should review every section of the QRF objectively.Have you given key evidence of what you actually achieved?Have you provided unambiguous examples of your personal experience that demonstrate your depth and range of technical, managerial and leadership competence?Are there any gaps in the boxes (see earlier FAQ!), do you have any spalling mistekes!?Are you able to discuss all examples to a good technical depth?Your Mentor or Referee should also be able to tell you if they consider you not ready for Professional Registration. Enthusiasm is always welcomed, but ask yourself honestly: what if you completed another 6 or 12 months of directed CPD to boost your application?Your EngTech, IEng or CEng should not be seen as something to simply ‘tick off’, but part of your Continuous Professional Development as a competent, experienced and Professional Engineer.Q. Why does it take so long to process?A. The Registration Committee sits 5 times per year – Feb / Apr / June / September and November, and full details are on the RAeS website. Closing dates are up to 4 weeks before, so with up to 60 applications per meeting to be reviewed the HQ staff always appreciate early delivery! Applicants will usually receive confirmation of an interview date or additional application guidance within 10 working days of a Registration Committee meeting.And finally …….Q. Who do I contact if I have a specific query with my application?A. Anyone from the Membership team will be able to help you. In the first instance, you can contact membership@ or 0207 670 4323) and someone in the team will be more than happy to discuss your queries (applicants or referees too) or help direct you a member of the Committee or Aerospace Community who can help you with your application.Appendix TIntroductionGuidance on Competence C Standards for CEngThis note is intended to provide some expansion on the “C” competence standards defined within UK-SPEC to demonstrate that an engineer is working at a level appropriate to that of a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Demonstration of this group of competences, relating to Technical and Commercial Leadership, often seem to be particularly problematic where the prospective candidate is either relatively early in their career or else has a perhaps more specialised role where direct managerial responsibility may not be present. This may also apply to those from an academic background.Clearly if they cannot be demonstrated, either due to lack of opportunity in their current role or lack of experience, then it is not appropriate to consider that they are working at a CEng level. Nevertheless, an interviewer conducting a Professional Review Interview does need to take a flexible and holistic approach to assessment of the candidate's ability to demonstrate competence in this area. For example, just because a candidate does not have direct responsibility for management of staff this may not preclude them from demonstrating sufficient competence in this area.The examples provided by UK-SPEC in Column 3 are not exhaustive, neither do they all require to be demonstrated. They are simply examples of some typical things that could be provided to evidence a particular competence but this may be done in many other ways.It is not required to demonstrate that all aspects of competence are present to a high degree but overall it is to be demonstrated that there is sufficient awareness of what is required to provide technical and commercial leadership and that there is clear evidence that some degree of practice of a significant range of the behaviours that make up the competence have been, and are being, practiced.There is also no requirement within UK-SPEC that these competences have to be carried out over a particular period of time. Clearly it is not sufficient that there is knowledge without any opportunity for practice but the judgement of what constitutes a reasonable degree of competence and therefore a sufficient degree of practice is ultimately a subjective one based on the experience of the interviewer.C Provide technical and commercial leadershipCompetence RequirementPossible ExamplesRAeS CommentsC1Plan for effective project implementation.This could include an ability to:Systematically review the factors affecting the project implementation including safety and sustainability considerationsDefine a holistic and systematic approach to risk identification, assessment andmanagementLead/manage project planning activities.Produce and implement procurement plans.Carry out project risk assessments.Collaborate with key stakeholders, and negotiate agreement to the plans.Plan programmes and delivery of tasks.Identify resources and costs.Negotiate and agree contracts/work ordersTo demonstrate this competence, the candidate needs to have at least carried out some level of project planning and management. This could include activities as simple as planning their own work schedule, or better that of a team, or ensuring that the required resources to undertake a particular project are available and that the progress of the project is appropriately monitored and controlled.Lead on preparing and agreeing implementation plans and method statementsEnsure that the necessary resources are secured and brief the project teamNegotiate the necessary contractual arrangements with other stakeholders (client, subcontractors, suppliers, etc.).Note that they may not have direct supervisory control over the team but nevertheless may, by suitable influence, planning or negotiation, be able to demonstrate that they understand and can demonstrate the essential elements of project planning and implementation. In many cases they may have to negotiate and agree with other stakeholders to ensure that there is agreement to the proposed plan of action.Unless in the very early stages of their career, even technical specialists or academics should normally have had opportunity to carry out this sort of activity and should therefore be able to provide examples to support this competence.In extreme, examples from outside their professional life, e.g. Running a sports tournament or youth activity can be considered to support any professional activities although these may not carry the same weight as direct professional experience.Remember they do not have to be experts in project management but need to have an appreciation of and some experience of applying what is required.Planning their own work schedule on its own is unlikely to provide sufficient evidence of competence but can combine with other evidence to provide sufficient demonstration. C2Plan, budget, organise, direct and control tasks, people and resources.This could include an ability to:Set up appropriate management systemsDefine quality standards, programme and budget within legal and statutory requirementsOrganise and lead work teams, coordinating project activitiesEnsure that variations from quality standards, programme and budgets are identified, and that corrective action is takenGather and evaluate feedback, and recommend improvements. Take responsibility for and control project operations.Manage the balance between quality, cost and time.Manage risk register and contingency systems.Manage project funding, payments and recovery.Satisfy legal and statutory obligations.Lead/ manage tasks within identified financial, commercial and regulatory constraints.As with C1,althoughitis undoubtedly easier to demonstrate this competence if the candidate is directly responsible for supervision of a group or project, nevertheless the competence maybe demonstrated by an ability to influence project outcomesby negotiation and indirect influence. For example, a technical specialist suchas a Quality Engineer, Structures Engineer or a Safety Engineer may be central to defining and controlling quality and safety standards within a project. To ensure that these are satisfactorily adhered to they may have to liaise with and influence a wide range of other engineers within the overall project team and this ability to do so can be used as ademonstrationof the required competence.Clearly controlling one’s own allotted work packages, although useful, is again not in itself sufficient to fully demonstrate this competence.C3Lead teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs.This could include an ability to:Agree objectives and work plans with teams and individualsIdentify team and individual needs, and plan for their developmentReinforce team commitment to professional standardsLead and support team and individual developmentAssess team and individual performance, and provide feedback.Carry out/contribute to staff appraisals.Plan/contribute to the training and development of staff.Gather evidence from colleagues of the management, assessment and feedback that you have provided.Carry out/contribute to disciplinary procedures.Whilst once more this competence is most easily demonstrated by a candidate in a position where they have a number of staff under their direct supervision, the absence of such direct supervisory responsibility is not necessarily a barrier to demonstration of the competence. Engineers without direct teams may still be able to demonstrate their ability to for example assess the performance of others and provide input to training and development of staff.They may be strong contributors to the identification of required professional standards and advise on what may be required to ensure these are met by a team or organisation of which they are a part.C4Bring about continuous improvement through quality management.This could include an ability to:Plan and implement best practice methods of continuous improvement, e.g. ISO 9000, EFQM, balancedHere an understanding of quality and how it relates and can be applied to all aspects of the professional environment is the key requirement.Promote quality throughout the organisation and its customer and supplier networksDevelop and maintain operations to meet quality standardsDirect project evaluation and propose recommendations for improvement.scorecard.Carry out quality audits.Monitor, maintain and improve delivery. Identify, implement and evaluate changes to meet quality objectives.This can be demonstrated in a wide variety of ways.In general, the candidate should demonstrate that they are aware of and consistently follow best practice methods and that consideration of past performance informs future methods of working.In addition, it would be advantageous to their cause, but not essential, if they can provide clear evidence that they have some role in promoting such behaviours within their organisation.A simple example may be evidence that reviews of projects are carried out so that recording of “lessons learned” can be made.Even relatively inexperienced engineers should have an opportunity to demonstrate this although clearly in the early part of their career the evidence may be light.If somehow they have no apparent understanding or awareness of quality and continuous improvement then clearly the competence cannot be demonstrated.Appendix UIntroductionGuidance on Competence C Standards for IEngThis note is intended to provide some expansion on the “C” competence standards defined within UK- SPEC to demonstrate that an engineer is working at a level appropriate to that of an Incorporated Engineer (IEng). Demonstration of this group of competences, relating to Technical and Commercial Leadership, often seem to be particularly problematic where the prospective candidate is either relatively early in their career or else has a perhaps more specialised role where direct managerial responsibility may not be present. This may also apply to those from an academic background.Clearly if they cannot be demonstrated, either due to lack of opportunity in their current role or lack of experience, then it is not appropriate to consider that they are working at an IEng level. Nevertheless, an interviewer conducting a Professional Review Interview does need to take a flexible and holistic approach to assessment of the candidate's ability to demonstrate competence in this area. For example, just because a candidate does not have direct responsibility for management of staff this may not preclude them from demonstrating sufficient competence in this area.The examples provided by UK-SPEC in Column 3 are not exhaustive, neither do they all require to be demonstrated. They are simply examples of some typical things that could be provided to evidence a particular competence but this may be done in many other ways.It is not required to demonstrate that all aspects of competence are present to a high degree but overall it is to be demonstrated that there is sufficient awareness of what is required to provide technical and commercial leadership and that there is clear evidence that some degree of practice of a significant range of the behaviours that make up the competence have been, and are being, practiced.There is also no requirement within UK-SPEC that these competences have to be carried out over a particular period of time. Clearly it is not sufficient that there is knowledge without any opportunity for practice but the judgement of what constitutes a reasonable degree of competence and therefore a sufficient degree of practice is ultimately a subjective one based on the experience of the interviewer.C Provide technical and commercial leadershipCompetence RequirementPossible ExamplesRAeS CommentsC1Plan for effective project implementation.Manage/contribute to project planning activities.The Candidate needs to demonstrate that they have been actively participating in project planning and have influenced managed planning activities.This can be through planning and managing their own work or being influential in participating in the construct (in terms of effort, duration and cost) or the day to day progress reporting or management of, specific work packages within say a larger program.Early careers, technical specialists and those within academia should be able to undertake this type of activity and provide evidence to demonstrate competence.Examples may be cited that are outside of normal professional activities such as; planning and running events or voluntary schemes. These may not carry the same weight as those offered by direct professional experience.Candidates do not have to be experts in the field of project management, but need to demonstrate an appreciation of how to plan, contribute and control project planning activities.This could include an ability to:Identify factors affecting the projectimplementationProduce and implement procurement plans.Contribute to project risk assessments.Carry out holistic and systematic riskCollaborate with key stakeholders.identification, assessment and managementPlan programmes and delivery of tasks.Prepare and agree implementation plansand method statementsIdentify resources and costs.Prepare and agree contracts/work orders.Secure the necessary resources and confirmroles in project teamApply the necessary contractualarrangements with other stakeholders(client, subcontractors, suppliers, etc).C2Manage tasks, people and resources to plan and budget.Manage/contribute to project operations.Managing and controlling one’s own allocated work packages is not sufficient to demonstrate this competence.This should be satisfied by influencing project outcomes through negotiation, offering demonstrable advice or stipulating the adherence to appropriate standards that impact the course of a program.If the candidate is operating as a technical specialist in say Safety Engineering, they should play a key role in defining the safety standards associated with the project and thus demonstrate how they liaise with and influence the behaviour of other project team members. This could include an ability to:Operate appropriate management systemsWork to the agreed quality standards, programme and budget, within legal and statutory requirementsManage the balance between quality, cost and time.Manage contingency processes.Contribute to the management of project funding, payments and recovery.Manage work teams, coordinating project activitiesSatisfy legal and statutory obligations.Identify variations from quality standards, programme and budgets, and take corrective actionManage tasks within identified financial, commercial and regulatory constraints.Evaluate performance and recommend improvements.C3Manage teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs.This could include an ability to:Agree objectives and work plans with teams and individuals?Identify team and individual needs, and?plan for their development?Manage and support team and individual development?Assess team and individual performance, and provide feedback.Carry out/contribute to staff appraisals.Plan/contribute to the training and development of staff.Gather evidence from colleagues of the management, assessment and feedback that you have provided.Carry out/contribute to disciplinary procedures.Promote quality.Manage/contribute to best practice methods of continuous improvement, eg ISO 9000, EFQM, balanced scorecard.Carry out/contribute to quality audits.Monitor, maintain and improve delivery. Identify, implement and evaluate changes to meet quality objectives.This competence is most easily satisfied if the candidate holds a position where they are directly supervising a number of staff.If this is not the case, then candidates may still be able to satisfy this competence by demonstrating how they are influencing the performance and careers of other engineers by actively being involved in mentoring, training or performance appraisals.The candidate needs to demonstrate an understanding of quality management and how this impacts the professional environment and successful performance of any project.At this level, they should know what standards they are operating to and how they are implementing these into best practice.C4Manage continuous quality improvement.This could include an ability to:?Ensure the application of quality management principles by team members and colleagues?Manage operations to maintain quality standards?Evaluate projects and make recommendations for improvement.Promote quality.Manage/contribute to best practice methods of continuous improvement, eg ISO 9000, EFQM, balanced scorecard.Carry out/contribute to quality audits.Monitor, maintain and improve delivery. Identify, implement and evaluate changes to meet quality objectives.The most powerful examples would be the provision of evidence that the individual undertakes retrospective project reviews and establishes evidence around any lessons learnt that can be applied in future programs.These reviews may be at a personal level, such as establishing what they could do better next time to improve both their quality of work and their influence on the program performance.If they have no understanding of quality and continuous improvement, then this competence cannot be demonstrated. ................
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