The Institution of Engineering and Technology Young Members’ Section Sri Lanka Branch

1. The Institution of Engineering and TechnologyYoung Members’ SectionSri Lanka Branch IET Sri Lanka YMS Recruitment 2010-2011 University of Moratuwa 13th May 2010

2. Who we are • The IET (formerly The IEE) is a UK body • IEE founded in 1871 • Largest professional engineering society in Europe • Worldwide membership of 150,000 • advancement of electrical, electronic, computing and manufacturing science and engineering • role has broadened to become increasingly inclusive, global and multi-disciplinary • range from students to the most distinguished and highly qualified members of the profession.

3. The IET • The Institution of Engineering and Technology came into being on 31 March 2006 • Merger of the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) with the Institution of Incorporated Engineers (IIE) • Run by the Board of Trustees

4. Why the Institution of Engineering andTechnology? • To accurately represent the interests of all its members and reflects its vision for the future. • The IEE and IIE cover electrical, electronics, communications, manufacturing, computing, software, IT, robotics, nanotechnology, mechanical and structural a wide range of disciplines • Our members classify themselves as working in ICT – 22%, electronics – 22%, power/energy – 18% and mechanical/manufacturing and production – 14%. • The IEE brand will be retained and used where it best serves our interests. • IEE Wiring Regulations • IEE Proceedings, IEE Electronics Letters, IEE Inspec. etc

5. What We Do • Represent the profession - Engineering • Ensure high standards of professional competence– academic, training • Award scholarships, grants and prizes • Issue regulations • Arrange lectures, meetings, conferences, seminars,publications • Set standards for the professional conduct • Maintain a web based data base http:\\www.theiet.org

6. Membership Categories • Fellow (FIET) • most senior category of membership • open to members who have demonstrated significant individual responsibility, sustained achievement and exceptional professionalism. • Member (MIET) • main category of membership • open to all who can demonstrate, by their education and their experience, that they are professionally engaged in one of the many fields within the scope of the IET. • Affiliates • open to all, and particularly technicians in all sectors, who would value and benefit from membership of the IET. • Student Members

7. IEE Sri Lanka • Sri Lanka Branch set up in 1935 • Office at premises of IESL from 1997 • committee meetings • round tablediscussion sessions • General Technical Meetings and Visits • Annual Technical Conference • Annual Transactions • CPD Courses • IEE Wiring Regulations Course run jointly with the IESL • Electronic & Communication Courses • Younger Members Section • Schools Programme • Awareness among school leavers

8. Why Join Membership gives you • knowledge you need, • support you require • chances to meet people who can help you go further in your career. • IET student membership includes all the advantages that a full-paying member enjoys at a fraction of the cost that will open up a whole world of services and contacts for you to develop the necessary skills for success.

9. Advantages of student membership Student & Graduate Magazine • gain a competitive edge with careers advice, technical articles and information about IET services. IET Circuit • website for students, graduates and young professionals • discover career opportunities and gain a better understanding of your field. Access to members only web content • 'Get a Job' toolkit    • 'Final Year Project Advice' toolkit • Information for overseas students • Student & Graduate Magazine online • 'Climbing the career ladder' toolkit              Network with professionals • with future employers and make contact with local members in your field • gain valuable leadership experiences and make career contacts

10. Advantages of student membership (contd) Join IET Professional Networks • groups that cover a range of industry specialities Engineering journal of your choice • six copies per year IET Review • leading IET membership publication World class range of learning resources • helping to stay on the cutting edge with online resources available to members only • for technical information, planning a career move, or changing your email provider Member discounts on IET events and publications Scholarships, awards and competitions Advice and support on professional development IET email alias

11. Books 24 x 7 Reference Library IEE YMS – April 2006

12. Free Journals

15. Soft Skill Development • Discipline and Work Ethics* • Communication Abilities* • Presentation Skills(+) • Management Skills • Public Speaking(+) • Leadership training through societies

16. Younger Member’s Activities • Younger Member Sessions • Largenumber of high quality papers • Rotated among the Universities in Sri Lanka • Chapters set up at Universities • Student Counselors appointed to Universities • Membership Drives • Regular activities in the Chapters • Presentations • Technical Visits

17. University Chapters? • Formed within the Faculty. • Moratuwa, Ruhuna, Peradeniya. • Chapters interact among them selves. • YMS organizes combined event, with all chapters. • YMS main committee meetings are held in the IET conference room at IESL, to discuss on events & to exchange ideas. • We are called as young professionals. (YPs)

18. The Institution of Engineering and TechnologyYoung Members’ SectionChapter of University of Moratuwa

19. Events by The Moratuwa Chapter • Recruitment for the new year. • Guest Lectures – 2 per year • Future Minds – Motivation Program for AL students • Faraday Video Lecture Screening • Annual Technical Conference – ATC • Field Visit – 2 day field visit • Any Suggestions??????

20. Captured Moments of the previous field Visit toSugar Factory at Kanthale

28. Young Professionalism IS NOT A DREAM ANYMORE!!!!!!! Come & Join With Us Just visit www.theiet.com OrContact Chapter Members

29. Thank You