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ICE Development Objectives
-How to get the most from your experience
2011
Introduction
Expectations
Overview of Professional Qualification process
Recording your experience –
the ‘ideal world’ view
Development Objectives – detailed advice
Examples
Dos and Don’ts
Beyond the Objectives….
Questions –
about points I covered….. and
points I didn’t cover…
General…… or
Specific
Overview of Professional Qualification process
Professional qualification route
Education
IPD
Training & Workplace
Experience
Professional
Review
ICE Membership
Student
Graduate
Professionally
Qualified
MICE
Chartered 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 Objectives
CPD/DAP records
Getting the ‘most’ from your experience
The ‘Ideal World’ View
Every three months…….
Write your Development Report
Assign 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 weeks
At 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):
Getting the ‘most’ from your experience
The ‘Real World’ View
Significant 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, or
Bullet 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
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 TMICE
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.
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 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. Technological developments in the construction industry.
Claim of
Achievement
Achievement
Rating
EngTech TMICE
AMICE*
MICE
IEng MICE
CEng MICE
Level
A
K
E
B
Date
achieved
What are the Development Objectives?
15 objectives in 5 sections
A
Use your engineering *
knowledge and understanding to
make the most of existing and
emerging technology
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 &
Understanding
2. Engineering Application
3. Management & Leadership
4. Independent Judgement &
Responsibility
5. Commercial Ability
6. Health, Safety & Welfare
7. Sustainable Development
8. Interpersonal skills and
Communication
9. Professional Commitment
Attributes for Professional Review
(see 3001A, App A)
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
Content of the Objectives – B1, B2, B3
What is an ‘Engineering Problem’?
How to:
Design a new bridge
Build a new bridge
Repair an existing bridge
Fill a gap in existing knowledge
Deal with un-expected ground conditions
etc….
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
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.
Content of the Objectives – D1, D2
D - Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills
D1 Communicate with others at all levels
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
Who should use Development Objectives?
Anyone needing to
Record their experience for a Professional Review
application, or
Check for ‘gaps’ in their experience
Including
- Students on a work placement year,
Students doing vacation work,
Graduates on a TA,
Graduates not on a TA
When should you start recording your experience?
As soon as you start working as a Civil Engineer
-Student or Graduate,
or
NOW
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
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.
You must have an appreciation of
and be able to identify and manage risks arising as a consequence of your
actions.
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. 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.
How do you complete 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 TMICE
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.
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 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. Technological developments in the construction industry.
Claim of
Achievement
Achievement
Rating
EngTech TMICE
AMICE*
MICE
IEng MICE
CEng MICE
Level
A
K
E
B
Date
achieved
Development objectives – level of achievement
A -
Appreciation
appreciate why the DO is important and why it is done
K –
Knowledge
a basic understanding and knowledge of DO and how
it is achieved
E –
Experience
achieve DO working under supervision
B – aBility
achieve DO several times in different situations, have
competence to assist others and work without
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
Development objectives - evidence
V
alid
A
uthentic
C
urrent
S
pecific
S
ufficient
- 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 A
1-2 at K
4-5 at E
4-5 at B
For example CEng evidence:
A September 2003: Developed awareness of DO and its importance on degree course
K 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 frame
E 10th September 2005: New Mountain Treatment Plant. Wrote Method Statement for
construction of holding tanks
E 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 committee
B 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
How quickly can I complete them?
This depends up on:
The variety and depth of your experience
The opportunities that you are given
The opportunities that you take
Your persistence in recording your experience
regularly
How quickly can I complete them?
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).
How quickly can I complete them?
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).
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 Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to the analysis and solution of engineering* problems
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.
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
Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment
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.
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 Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to the analysis and solution of engineering* problems
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.
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 Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment
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.
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 2005
I 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
Dos and Don’ts
Do:
Start recording your experience as soon as possible
Be Specific
Fill the objectives in regularly
Get the objectives signed off regularly
Don’t:
Give too little information
Give too much information
Use 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, or
Apply for a career appraisal
Then a gap before Professional Review
Ideally 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
Professional
Commitment
Communication
Sustainable
Development
H, S & W
Commercial
Independent
Judgement
Management
and
Leadership
Engineering
Application
Engineering
principles
Trainee
Professional Review Candidate
Engineering
principles
Engineering
Application
Management
and
Leadership
Independent
Judgement
Commercial
H, S & W
Sustainable
Development
Communication
Professional
Commitment
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