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ICE Development Objectives -How to get the most from your experience2011

Presented by Annie Silver MSc CEng MICE

Introduction

ExpectationsOverview of Professional Qualification processRecording your experience –

the ‘ideal world’ view

Development Objectives – detailed adviceExamplesDos and Don’tsBeyond the Objectives….Questions –

about points I covered….. andpoints I didn’t cover…General…… orSpecific

Health Warning

Good News

Overview of Professional Qualification process

Professional qualification route

EducationIPD

Training & Workplace Experience

Professional Review

ICE Membership

Student GraduateProfessionally

Qualified

MICEChartered Engineer

CEng

Engineering Technician

EngTech

Incorporated Engineer

IEng

Initial Professional Development

Initial Professional Development (IPD) (from ICE 3001A)

3.1 IPD comprises the acquisition and development of the special skills and professional approach you will need to practise as a Civil Engineer.

3.2 ……should be structured to give you the necessary breadth of experience, as defined in ICE’s Development Objectives (DO).

3.3 All relevant knowledge and experience at any time, in any location, is valid when assessing IPD

Initial Professional Development

Initial Professional Development (IPD) (from ICE 3001A)

3.1 IPD comprises the acquisition and development of the special skills and professional approach you will need to practise as a Civil Engineer.

3.2 ……should be structured to give you the necessary breadth of experience, as defined in ICE’s Development Objectives (DO).

3.3 All relevant knowledge and experience at any time, in any location, is valid when assessing IPD

Recording Your IPD

Essential Components:Development Reports

(Or similar, such as detailed diary entries, if not on a TA)

Development ObjectivesCPD/DAP records3144 (if on a training agreement).

Getting the ‘most’ from your experience

The ‘Ideal World’ ViewEvery three months…….Write your Development ReportAssign an Objective and a level (A, K, E or B) to every

paragraph (or page)Send report to DE/SCE and request a quarterly

review meeting in 2 weeksAt the QR meeting, discuss the report and objective

‘claims’ and then agree which objectives can be signed off and at what level.

Development Report

The scope was not accurately defined and so it was difficult to establish an accurate project plan. Therefore I produced a number of sub project plans which demonstrated the milestones and timescales of each key task (survey, analysis, design etc.). I also produced a typical weekly plan and a sample overall project plan to give an indication of the format and planning offered by X Ltd. The project plans was produced using Microsoft Project.

Project Quality Plan: The project quality plan I produced for a previous project (see ¼ report Dec 05 to Feb 06) was to demonstrate the type quality plan that would be implemented on the job. Being heavily involved with the overall tender document has taught me a great deal. I learnt a lot about the overall tender process and was surprised at the level of detail required for a Tender submission. A specific format was even provided in the remit, they also request detailed financial information and details of previous jobs to ensure that X Ltd. would be in a position to undertake the work. It also demonstrated to me how departments can work together to produce a comprehensive tender document in a relatively short timescale. A meeting was called early on in the project and key personnel were given specific tasks, this aided the process greatly as all parties knew exactly what was involved and who was responsible. Unfortunately X Ltd. was unsuccessful in this Tender. We have requested feedback in order to assess the areas where we could improve.

C1(E):

D1(E),

Getting the ‘most’ from your experience

The ‘Real World’ ViewSignificant previous unrecorded experience – no development

reports written, no objectives filled in.Don’t try to fill in your objectives straight away

1. Record previous experience by Writing development reports, orBullet pointing all activities undertaken, project by project

2. Assign an Objective and a level (A, K, E or B) to every paragraph (or page) or every bullet point

3. Select the ‘best’ examples of achievement at each level and record on the Development Objectives

4. Discuss your experience and objective ‘claims’ with your DE/SCE, previous line manager (MICE) or other suitable person and then agree objectives which can be signed off

Development Objectives

?What are the Development Objectives?Why are they necessary?Who should use them ?When should you start?How do you fill them in?What level do you record?Who signs them?Where can each objective be achieved.

What are the Development Objectives?


A

Use your engineering * knowledge and understanding to make the most of existing and emerging technology

A1 Broaden and deepen your engineering knowledge

EngTech TMICEFor Example:- Identify limits of own personal knowledge and skills. Acquisition of engineering knowledge in chosen field of operations. Knowledge of engineering principles. Codes, standards and specifications.

A1 Broaden and deepen your engineering * knowledge

AMICE*MICE

IEng MICE

For Example:- Identify limits of own personal knowledge and skills. Acquisition of engineering knowledge in chosen field of operations. Knowledge of engineering principles. Codes, standards and specifications.

CEng MICEFor Example:- Identify limits of own personal knowledge and skills. Acquisition of engineering knowledge in chosen field of operations. Knowledge of engineering principles. Codes, standards and specifications. Technological developments in the construction industry.

Claim ofAchievement

Achievement Rating

EngTech TMICEAMICE*

MICEIEng MICE

CEng MICE

Level A K E B

Date achieved


15 objectives in 5 sections

A


B

Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to the analysis and solution of engineering* problems

C Provide technical and commercial management**

D Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills

E

Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment

1. Engineering Knowledge & Understanding2. Engineering Application3. Management & Leadership4. Independent Judgement & Responsibility5. Commercial Ability6. Health, Safety & Welfare 7. Sustainable Development8. Interpersonal skills and Communication9. Professional Commitment

Attributes for Professional Review (see 3001A, App A)

Content of the Objectives – A1

Content of the Objectives – B1, B2, B3

B Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to the analysis and solution of engineering* problems

B1 Identify engineering* problems and define possible solutions

B2 Conduct appropriate research and analysis relating to engineering * problems

B3 Implement solutions to problems, and evaluate their effectiveness


What is an ‘Engineering Problem’?How to: Design a new bridgeBuild a new bridgeRepair an existing bridgeFill a gap in existing knowledgeDeal with un-expected ground conditionsetc….




Content of the Objectives – C1, C2, C3, C4, C5

C - Provide technical and commercial management

C1 Plan for effective project implementation

C2 Control budgets, tasks, people and resources

C3 Develop people to meet changing technical and managerial needs

C4 Bring about continuous improvement through quality management

C5 Manage contractual issues

Content of the Objectives – C1, C2, C3, C4, C5

What is a project?

A “project” can be whatever you are responsible for – eg a design, some research work, a feasibility study, a site-based project, etc.

3005A Objective C1

Content of the Objectives – D1, D2

D - Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills

D1 Communicate with others at all levels

D2 Demonstrate personal and social skills

Content of the Objectives – E1, E2, E3, E4

E Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment

E1 Comply with relevant codes of conduct

E2 Manage and apply safe systems of work

E3 Contribute to sustainable development through engineering* activities

E4 Manage your own continual professional development, and assist others

Why are they Necessary?

3.2 IPD ……should be structured to give you the necessary breadth of experience, as defined in ICE’s Development Objectives (3001)

i.e. to check that you have had the ’right’ experience,

and

to identify any gaps in your experience

Who should use Development Objectives?

Anyone needing to Record their experience for a Professional Review

application, orCheck for ‘gaps’ in their experience

Including -Students on a work placement year,Students doing vacation work, Graduates on a TA, Graduates not on a TAEngineers with non-uk professional qualifications

When should you start recording your experience?

As soon as you start working as a Civil Engineer -Student or Graduate,

or

NOW (whichever is sooner!)

Where can each objective be achieved?

“The Development Objectives have been drafted very broadly so that they can apply across the ever-widening range of activities that comprise civil engineering.

This could include design, implementation and operation in the fields of research, construction, transportation, energy, the environment, and many other specialist disciplines. “

(Introduction to 3005A)

Note: There are no exclusive ‘site only ’ or ‘design office only’ objectives

Site Experience

Appendix A (3001) - Attributes of Member (MICE, IEng MICE) and Member Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng MICE)

A1.3 As a prospective professional civil engineer, in order to fulfill your obligation to society and to meet the requirements of Health, Safety and Welfare legislation you must have a sound knowledge and understanding of the construction process together with the activities connected to it.

Site Experience


A1.3 As a prospective professional civil engineer, in order to fulfill your obligation to society and to meet the requirements of Health, Safety and Welfare legislation you must have a sound knowledge and understanding of the construction process together with the activities connected to it. You must have an appreciation of and be able to identify and manage risks arising as a consequence of your actions.

Site Experience


A1.3 As a prospective professional civil engineer, in order to fulfill your obligation to society and to meet the requirements of Health, Safety and Welfare legislation you must have a sound knowledge and understanding of the construction process together with the activities connected to it. You must have an appreciation of and be able to identify and manage risks arising as a consequence of your actions. For those whose experience includes the construction process, site experience will ordinarily be required.

See MGN 42 – Site Experience Requirements

How do you complete the Development Objectives?

A


A1 Broaden and deepen your engineering knowledge

EngTech TMICEFor Example:- Identify limits of own personal knowledge and skills. Acquisition of engineering knowledge in chosen field of operations. Knowledge of engineering principles. Codes, standards and specifications.

A1 Broaden and deepen your engineering * knowledge

AMICE*MICE

IEng MICE

For Example:- Identify limits of own personal knowledge and skills. Acquisition of engineering knowledge in chosen field of operations. Knowledge of engineering principles. Codes, standards and specifications.

CEng MICEFor Example:- Identify limits of own personal knowledge and skills. Acquisition of engineering knowledge in chosen field of operations. Knowledge of engineering principles. Codes, standards and specifications. Technological developments in the construction industry.

Claim ofAchievement

Achievement Rating

EngTech TMICEAMICE*

MICEIEng MICE

CEng MICE

Level A K E B

Date achieved

Development objectives – level of achievement

A - Appreciationappreciate why the DO is important and why it is doneK – Knowledgea basic understanding and knowledge of DO and how it is achievedE – Experienceachieve DO working under supervisionB – aBilityachieve DO several times in different situations, have competence to assist others and work without supervision.

Typical Entries

DO E2 – Manage and apply safe systems of work

E May - Oct 2004 …………School Footbridge project: I monitored health and safety issues for construction and piling activities, with particular reference to the proximity of school children, peak traffic/pedestrian movements. I amended existing safety plan to include newly identified risks.

B Jan – March 2005 …………project: I identified particular high risk/non-standard procedures and ensured that a method statement was written for each operation and then communicated to the workforce by means of seminars [toolbox talks] prior to commencement. I set up site safety committees, where representatives of the workforce could express their concerns and provide valuable feedback.

B May – Nov 2005 ………Site: On commencement on site it was my responsibility to develop the construction stage Health & Safety Plan. I wrote a project Risk Assessment to identify the main hazards associated with the scheme and assess the risks involved.

Development objectives - evidence

Valid

Authentic

Current

Specific

Sufficient

- the evidence relates to the objective

- the evidence relates to the candidate’s own activity

- the evidence shows that the candidate is currently competent

- the evidence relates to specific events not general processes

- there is enough evidence of the right quality to demonstrate competency.

Typical Entries

DO E2 – Manage and apply safe systems of work

E May - Oct 2004 …………School Footbridge project: I monitored health and safety issues for construction and piling activities, with particular reference to the proximity of school children, peak traffic/pedestrian movements. I amended existing safety plan to include newly identified risks.

B Jan – March 2005 …………project: I identified particular high risk/non-standard procedures and ensured that a method statement was written for each operation and then communicated to the workforce by means of seminars [toolbox talks] prior to commencement. I set up site safety committees, where representatives of the workforce could express their concerns and provide valuable feedback.

B May – Nov 2005 ………Site: On commencement on site it was my responsibility to develop the construction stage Health & Safety Plan. I wrote a project Risk Assessment to identify the main hazards associated with the scheme and assess the risks involved.

1 at A1-2 at K4-5 at E4-5 at B

For example CEng evidence:

A September 2003: Developed awareness of DO and its importance on degree courseK 15th October 2003: Completed Company Safety Induction Course

16th October 2003: Developed action plan to achieve objective (see Q.R. 1)E Mar-June 2004: Broomhill Wastewater Treatment Plant Extension. Carried out duties

of site safety engineer and compiled weekly safety report. (See Q.R. 3 App. 2)E 20th August 2004: Broomhill Wastewater Treatment Plant Extension. Wrote Lifting Plan

for erection of steel frameE 10th September 2005: New Mountain Treatment Plant. Wrote Method Statement for

construction of holding tanksE 12th September 2005: New Mountain Treatment Plant. Wrote Risk Assessment for

installation of roofing and cladding to Control Room. (See Q.R. 4 App. 1)B May-November 2005: Dover water transfer tunnel. Chaired site safety committeeB December 2005: Manchester Glass Works. Instigated series of toolbox talks to

operatives and method statement briefings to staff to improve communication of safety issues

B January 2006: St Hilda Reservoir. Reviewed Risk Assessments for all current operations on site to identify main hazards and implemented several improvements

B 14th July 2006: St Hilda Reservoir. Compiled, checked and up-dated Health & Safety File for handover to Client.

Who should sign them off?

Last page of 3005A -

In order of preference:

1. SCE or DE (i.e. someone very familiar with the ICE requirements)

2. MICE,

3. Other recognised professional qualification

4. And ,only if all else fails, yourself

How quickly can I complete them?

This depends up on:

The variety and depth of your experienceThe opportunities that you are givenThe opportunities that you take Your persistence in recording your experience

regularlyThe support and encouragement of your mentor….


MGN 16 – Work Placements

Levels A and K in some DOs, should have been attained by all students by the end of two years study at College or University.

Over a long (10 month) placement,….the student would be expected to complete most if not all Objectives

to level (A) and many to level (K). By the end of the placement a number should be to level (E) and,Achievement of level (B) could well be possible in one or two

Objectives, depending on the work undertaken,

A student undertaking two or more vacation placements would be expected to complete all Objectives to level (A) and some to level (K), in particular the Health, Safety and Welfare (Objective E2).

See Appendices A and B


MGN 16 – Work Placements

Levels A and K in some DOs, should have been attained by all students by the end of two years study at College or University.

Over a long (10 month) placement, ….the student would be expected to complete most if not all Objectives

to level (A) and many to level (K). By the end of the placement a number should be to level (E) and,Achievement of level (B) could well be possible in one or two

Objectives, depending on the work undertaken,

A student undertaking two or more vacation placements would be expected to complete all Objectives to level (A) and some to level (K), in particular the Health, Safety and Welfare (Objective E2).

See Appendices A and B

Appendix A – Guide for students on a site placement

Development Objective Suggested Examples Possible Achievement Rating

Use your engineering knowledge and understanding to make the most of existing and emerging technology

A1 Broaden and deepen your engineering knowledge Identify limits of own personal knowledge and skills. Acquisition of engineering knowledge in chosen field of operations. Knowledge of engineering principles. Codes, standards and specifications

K


B1 Contribute to the identification of problems and the production of solutions

Application of engineering principles. Possible solutions. Links to codes, standards and specifications. Specific solutions. K

B2 Review and select appropriate techniques, procedures and methods to undertake tasks

Link your knowledge of core engineering principles to codes, standards, specifications and tasks within your chosen field of operations. Consider HS&W, quality, cost, time, buildability, sustainability.

K

B3 Contribute to the implementation of solutions to problems HS&W, quality, cost, time, buildability, risk assessment. Link to standards and specifications E

Provide technical and commercial management

C1 Plan, organise and supervise resources to complete tasks Programmes. Plans. Method statements. Progress monitoring. Records. Instructions E

C2 Control budgets, tasks, people and resources Management systems. Team working. Competences. Co-ordination of project activities:- programme, quality, cost, labour, other contractors, suppliers, plant/equipment, materials. Monitoring. Payment processes

K

C3 Take responsibility for the work of self and others Work effectively without close supervision. Lead by example. K

C4 Contribute to quality systems Quality plans and systems. Maintain quality standards. Quality records. Recommend improvements. E

C5 Demonstrate Commercial awareness Relationship between budget and cost. Record keeping. Instructions and variations. Forms of contract. Responsibilities of parties to a contract. Procurement methods. Contractual records.

K

Appendix A – Guide for students on a site placement

Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills

D1 Communicate with others Communicate effectively with others, orally, in writing, graphically. Contribute to meetings. Consult with others. Knowledge and use of IT. Reports. Drawings. Presentations. Method statements, toolbox talks. Exchange of information.

E

D2 Work effectively with others Develop good working relationships with colleagues, clients, suppliers and the public to achieve collective goals. Equal opportunities and diversity. Set an example for others to follow

E


E1 Comply with relevant codes of conduct Purpose of ICE – History of ICE. Comply with ICE Codes of Conduct. Current developments and issues affecting the construction industry. Ethical and professional behaviour. Promotion of the construction industry.

K

E2 Manage and apply safe systems of work Identify and take responsibility for own obligations for health, safety and welfare issues. Implement health, safety and welfare systems. Current Health, Safety & Welfare codes and legislation. CDM Regulations. Risk assessments. Method statements. Recommend improvements. Have detailed knowledge of the hazards applicable to your field of work. Proactive approach to HS&W practice. Safety briefings. Apply risk management techniques appropriate to your field of work. Inductions. Prepare and review risk assessments and method statements.

E

E3 Contribute to sustainable development through engineering activities

Comply with environmental legislation and best practice. Awareness of sustainability issues K

E4 Manage your own continuing professional development

Review of your own development needs. Development Action Plans. Record CPD activities (Personal Development Record). Evaluate CPD outcomes. Company appraisals. See ICE 3006.

E

Appendix B – Guide for students on a design placement or working in a consulting organisation

Development Objective Suggested Examples Possible Achievement Rating

Use your engineering knowledge and understanding to make the most of existing and emerging technology

A1 Broaden and deepen your engineering knowledge Identify limits of own personal knowledge and skills. Acquisition of engineering knowledge in chosen field of operations. Knowledge of engineering principles. Codes, standards and specifications

K


B1 Contribute to the identification of problems and the production of solutions

Application of engineering principles. Possible solutions. Links to codes, standards and specifications. Specific solutions. E

B2 Review and select appropriate techniques, procedures and methods to undertake tasks

Link your knowledge of core engineering principles to codes, standards, specifications and tasks within your chosen field of operations. Consider HS&W, quality, cost, time, buildability, sustainability.

K

B3 Contribute to the implementation of solutions to problems HS&W, quality, cost, time, buildability, risk assessment. Link to standards and specifications E

Provide technical and commercial management

C1 Plan, organise and supervise resources to complete tasks Programmes. Plans. Progress monitoring. Records. Instructions E

C2 Control budgets, tasks, people and resources Management systems. Team working. Competences. Co-ordination of project activities:- programme, quality, cost, staff, other consultants, suppliers. Monitoring. Payment processes

K

C3 Take responsibility for the work of self and others Work effectively without close supervision. Lead by example. K

C4 Contribute to quality systems Quality plans and systems. Maintain quality standards. Quality records. Recommend improvements. E

C5 Demonstrate Commercial awareness Relationship between budget and cost. Record keeping. Instructions and variations. Forms of contract. Responsibility of parties to a contract.

A

Appendix B – Guide for students on a design placement or working in a consulting organisation

Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills

D1 Communicate with others Communicate effectively with others, orally, in writing, graphically. Contribute to meetings. Consult with others. Knowledge and use of IT. Reports. Drawings. Presentations. Exchange of information.

E

D2 Work effectively with others Develop good working relationships with colleagues, clients, suppliers and the public to achieve collective goals. Equal opportunities and diversity. Set an example for others to follow

E


E1 Comply with relevant codes of conduct Purpose of ICE – History of ICE. Comply with ICE Codes of Conduct. Current developments and issues affecting the construction industry. Ethical and professional behaviour. Promotion of the construction industry.

K

E2 Manage and apply safe systems of work Identify and take responsibility for own obligations for health, safety and welfare issues. Implement health, safety and welfare systems. Current Health, Safety & Welfare codes and legislation. CDM Regulations. Risk assessments. Method statements. Recommend improvements. Have detailed knowledge of the hazards applicable to your field of work. Proactive approach to HS&W practice. Safety briefings. Apply risk management techniques appropriate to your field of work. Prepare and review risk assessments.

E

E3 Contribute to sustainable development through engineering activities

Comply with environmental legislation and best practice. Awareness of sustainability issues K

E4 Manage your own continual professional development Review of your own development needs. Development Action Plans. Record CPD activities (Personal Development Record). Evaluate CPD outcomes. Company appraisals. See ICE 3006.

E

Examples – Good or Bad?

E I have worked on several different projects that used different forms of contract. As such I have experienced the different ways that sites are managed under differing contracts

E Although I have been fortunate enough not to have experienced first hand any serious hazards relating to my field of work, I have always paid close attention to safety briefings and take such events extremely seriously.

E Jan – March 2005… XXXXXX Roundabout Project:I was also responsible for carrying out all of the setting out for this project from kerb-lines to carriageway excavation and construction hence I was able to experience issues surrounding the buildability of the roundabout. In addition, I was responsible for checking the quality of work and ensuring that the project was built to specification.

B Secondment to XXXXXXX Consultants - Design Engineer.Over a period of 6 months I was employed on many various designs, and I learnt all about structural design

x

x

x

x

Examples – Good or Bad?

B April – July 2005… Section 278, XXXXXX Site:I carried out site-specific inductions on all employees starting work on the site.I was also charged with carrying out site inspections on a regular basis and took actions resulting from these inspections.

B XXXXXX Consultants - Design Engineer.There were numerous approaches when considering the drainage layout for an office block car park – solved by brainstorming and reviewing all possible solutions to problems. Thus enabling practical and economic solutions to be reviewed in depth. Allowing sketches to be presented, enabling an informed choice to be made

E June – Oct 2007 Pedestrianisation of xxxxx. Site Manager.I recorded labour, plant and materials utilised due to unexpected services and obstructions including delays ensued as a result. I also recorded delays caused due late supply of products from a nominated subcontractor

B CDM Regulations’ Lecture, March 2005I attended this lecture as part of my training. As well as learning more about the regulations as they stand, I also learned about the new regulations due to come into force.

x

x

x

Dos and Don’ts

Do:Start recording your experience as soon as possibleBe SpecificFill the objectives in regularlyGet the objectives signed off regularly

Don’t:Give too little informationGive too much informationUse vague phrases such as

I produced…, I was involved with…..,I was responsible for…

What happens when I have completed them all?

Training Review Completion Meeting, orApply for a career appraisal

Then a gap before Professional ReviewIdeally 6-12 months

Time for Consolidation of experience, and Preparation for review.

EngTech

Studying for your HND/HNC by day release?

Your Development Objectives for EngTech could be complete by the time you finish your academic studies

Initial Professional Development – Objectives

ProfessionalCommitment

Communication

SustainableDevelopment

H, S & W Commercial

Independent Judgement

Managementand

Leadership

Engineering Application

Engineeringprinciples

Trainee

Professional Review Candidate

Engineeringprinciples

Engineering Application

Managementand

Leadership

Independent Judgement

Commercial

H, S & W

SustainableDevelopment

Communication

ProfessionalCommitment

Hare or Tortoise?

Hare or Tortoise?

Hare or Tortoise?

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Annie Silver

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