PREPARATION FOR THE ICE

PROFESSIONAL REVIEW

KEITH HASLETT
G&S Forum
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CEng MICE

20th September 2010

OUTLINE
Review Preparation The Review Specification Starting the Submission Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Experience Report Project Report Submission Presentation Review Day Written Assignment Lessons Learnt

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REVIEW PREPARATION
TIMELINE
How long will it take to prepare?

Minimum of 6 months to start the process Allow adequate time for Sponsors to Review and Comment Remember the need to prepare for all parts of the jigsaw
Interview / Presentation and the Written Assignment

Create a programme with Key Milestones

SEE EXAMPLE
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PROGRAMME WITH KEY MILESTONES

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REVIEW PREPARATION
FUNDAMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS
Broad Technical Knowledge and Understanding

Lateral Thinker Self Motivated Facilitating THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL ALSO BE:
A Good Communicator

Observant Clear Thinking Articulate

And will

INSPIRE CONFIDENCE
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REVIEW PREPARATION
CHECKLIST
Review your Experience and Competence against the Criteria

Review your CPD Is it Enough? Variety? ICE Activities? Review your HS&W training Is it enough? (MGN 20) Check other candidates successful submissions Identify possible Projects Keep Informed: Read NCE (Not Back to Front!) and Broadsheets

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THE REVIEW SPECIFICATION

ATTRIBUTES: ICE 3001 / 3002 / 3003
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Engineering Knowledge & Understanding Engineering Application Management & Leadership Independent Judgement & Responsibility Commercial Ability Health Safety & Welfare Sustainable Development Interpersonal skills and Communication Professional Commitment

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STARTING THE SUBMISSION

QUESTIONS YOU MAY ASK
How am I going to prove my competence? Why does it appear to be so complicated?

MAKE SURE YOU COMPLY WITH THE CURRENT RULES

Ensure you have the most recent version of the rules. Contact ICE NI and obtain the latest set of Forms etc

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STARTING THE SUBMISSION

FORMS EXPERIENCE REPORT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS INTERVIEWS

CPD

PROJECT REPORT

PRESENTATION

WRITTEN TEST

Every part of your submission is essential to the whole jigsaw All pieces of the jigsaw are important.so nothing can be omitted Copying a recent successful submission is not a path to success Each candidate will have a different shape and size of jigsaw

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STARTING THE SUBMISSION

FORMS EXPERIENCE REPORT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS INTERVIEW

CPD

PROJECT REPORT

PRESENTATION

WRITTEN TEST

THE FORMS
The Application Forms will create an impression Untidy or poorly filled in boxes will create the wrong impression Table A asks for your expertise to match suitability with a Reviewer DO NOT leave this task to the last minute!
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STARTING THE SUBMISSION

THE PRECIS
Provide a Summary of the Experience & Project Report Aim is for ICE Staff to check at least One Reviewer is suitable Do not exceed one A4 Page The Precis is only designed to give a brief outline of the reports

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STARTING THE SUBMISSION

THE SPONSORS
The Lead Sponsor is not necessarily your nominated SCE
The Lead Sponsor is accountable to the ICE in their opinion of you Their Responsibilities are three fold:
1) 2) 3) Satisfy themselves that you have a realistic chance of becoming a Professional Engineer Certify that your submission is a reasonable and honest reflection of your experience and capabilities Check that none of your other sponsors have any misgivings

Be Careful in the selection for the remaining Sponsors

Ensure the Sponsors know your work and can answer any questions

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CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD)

FORMS EXPERIENCE REPORT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS INTERVIEW

CPD

PROJECT REPORT

PRESENTATION

WRITTEN TEST

Personal Development Record

5 Days or 30 hours/Year Minimum Days Required HS&W See MGN20 Range of Topics Achievements by any Means ICE Involvement
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Development Action Plan

Goals and Targets CPD Activity Measurement? Could link to Company Appraisal

EXPERIENCE REPORT
FORMS EXPERIENCE REPORT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS INTERVIEW

CPD

PROJECT REPORT

PRESENTATION

WRITTEN TEST

This 2000 word report is to demonstrate how the attributes were developed through your experience Important to keep the content concise and answer 2 important questions:
Have you had adequate opportunities for relevant experience? Have you benefited adequately from that experience?

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EXPERIENCE REPORT - Example

ADEQUATE EXPERIENCE?
Tasks Positions Responsibility Project Size Project Value Personal Experience

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EXPERIENCE REPORT - Example

DEMONSTRATING THE BENEFIT
Personal Contribution Special Problems Unusual Experience More Extensive Experience Lessons Learnt

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PROJECT REPORT
FORMS EXPERIENCE REPORT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS INTERVIEW

CPD

PROJECT REPORT

PRESENTATION

WRITTEN TEST

Describes:

and

Your level of competence Your major role Your Leadership

Your role in project development and management Your important decisions Your independent judgement

WOULD THIS CANDIDATE, WHEN PLACED IN A POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY, MAKE THE CORECT DECISIONS?
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REPORTS COMMON FAULTS

Ensure you do not undersell yourself Make sure the report is about you Do not write in the Third person
I was involved in. I was responsible for.. My involvement included My responsibilities were

Make sure you show what Lessons you did learn Use acronyms to shorten report, but tell the reviewer the meaning of the letters Avoid the use of Jargon Treat the reader like a Martian...never assume the person will have your knowledge

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SUBMISSION
FORMS EXPERIENCE REPORT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS INTERVIEW

CPD

PROJECT REPORT

PRESENTATION

WRITTEN TEST

THE SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS Provide an overview of your career to date Demonstrate the Attributes Show where you have exercised independent engineering judgement Set the Scene for the Review

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SUBMISSION PHASE 1
THE INITIAL APPLICATION What you send to ICE (Refer to ICE 3001, 3002, 3003)

Application Form and Fee Evidence of Academic Qualifications (Unless already a Graduate Member) Training Agreement Completion Certificate (ICE 2114/3144) Precis of each Report Sponsors Questionnaires Evidence of any significant disability or other issue Photo

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SUBMISSION PHASE 2
REPORTS AND CPD RECORDS What you send direct to Reviewers

Should arrive 10 working days before your notified Review Date One copy of each Report One copy of your CPD records (PDR and DAP) Maximum Weight of 1KG

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REVIEW DAY

THREE COMPONENTS:

1. The 15 Minute Presentation 2. The 60 Minute Discussion

3. The Written Assignment

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PRESENTATION 15 MINUTES
FORMS EXPERIENCE REPORT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS INTERVIEW

CPD

PROJECT REPORT

PRESENTATION

WRITTEN TEST

PURPOSE Opportunity to talk about your project without interruption Based on Project Report Expand a topic dont just repeat Demonstrate Confidence

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PRESENTATION
THE 15 MINUTE PRESENTATION

STYLE Across a Table Seated Visual Aids Simple, Clear, Annotated Flip Style Folder A3 Maximum Size Eye Contact

ASSESSMENT Technical Content Clarity Appropriate Visual Aids Confidence

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THE INTERVIEW 60 MINUTES

FORMS EXPERIENCE REPORT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS INTERVIEW

CPD

PROJECT REPORT

PRESENTATION

WRITTEN TEST

60 MINUTE DISCUSSION Not Q & A Table-Tennis 80% You / 20% Reviewers A wide ranging Discussion Your thoughts / opinions

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INTERVIEW - QUESTIONS

QUESTIONING Open Probing Reflective Confirmatory

QUESTIONS ANALYSE Ability and Potential Dealing with Problems Future Situations Future Decisions Instilling Confidence Learning from Others

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INTERVIEW ASSESSMENT

Your Approach Your Responses to Questions Your Reactions to Problems Topics Outside your Direct Experience Your Opinions How you fit into Society

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THE WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT

FORMS EXPERIENCE REPORT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS INTERVIEW

CPD

PROJECT REPORT

PRESENTATION

WRITTEN TEST

THE WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT (See Membership Guidance Note MGN 21) One Assignment to be completed in 2 Hours Question to be within the context of your experience Topics (See MGN 21) Laptop Computer Option (See MGN 23) Open Book Ensure the answer reflects your experience

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THE WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT

Assessment Knowledge and Relevance Use of English Clarity and Presentation

What to Expect Exam Room Briefing by ICE administrator Individual Question Paper Answer Book to set out Plan Resource Material on table You may share a table.

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WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT - Example

Essay Template
Introduction Provide a number of discussion points Give examples of your experience Conclusion

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LESSONS LEARNT
WHAT I LEARNT FROM THE EXPERIENCE

Check Review Dates and location Set out a Programme with Key Milestones to focus the mind Identify your Sponsors early Make sure third party members read your Technical Reports Practice Delivery of your presentation for Timing and Clarity of content Arrange a Mock Interview for Presentation and Questions Allow plenty of preparation time for The Written Assignment Arrange a Study Group for Essay Topics Review Day Arrive at the venue with plenty of time

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LESSONS LEARNT
REFERENCE

Successful Profession Review for Civil Engineers

H. MacDonald Steels 2nd Edition Thomas Telford

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QUESTIONS?

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