http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp Grades 13/01/2010 14:24:33 en-uk eShotz: Gravitas http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=2 Companies from all around the world can join as Industrial Affiliates and the IGEM is expanding this membership category. Our Industrial Affiliates represent the complete cross-section of all disciplines comprising of gas manufacture, transmission, distribution, storage and utilisation including related activities such as exploration, liquefied gas technology and gas contractors. These embrace the relevant chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical and structural engineering elements associated with the multi-disciplinary gas industry. Benefits of becoming an Industrial Affiliate As an Industrial Affiliate, you will become conversant with the activities of the Institution and support its aims and objectives. In return you receive the following benefits: * Professional Recognition Each nominated representative in your organisation will be entitled to use the post nominal e.g. John Smith Aff:IGEM, that has been specially created for Industrial Affiliate representatives. * Endorsement An Industrial Affiliate logo has been develop for use on your corporate stationary and product packaging to add prestige and increased credibility. * Business Contacts and Information Up to six nominated representatives in your organisation can enjoy most of the same benefits as an individual member of the Institution. They receive the Institution journal Gas International as well as other regular information on industry standards and practice. They can also attend IGEM functions where they will meet with fellow industry professionals. * Marketing Package On becoming an Industrial Affiliate all organisation are given the unique opportunity to place a free article in the News from Industry section of the journal. Now read in over 70 countries, the journal is the leading information provider for technical innovation in the gas industry. Our marketing professionals will be happy to discuss specific product launches and promotion packages to maximise coverage. Company profiles combined with display advertising are also available to you. Larger technical articles of wider interest can also be accommodated. * A Voice in the Industry Opportunities to have dialogue with bodies such as the OFGEM, the Health and Safety Executive, the Department of Trade and Industry. * A Standard of Best Practice The IGEM has more than 50 technical committees that establish Standards of Best Practice in many areas of industry activity. Your organisation's interests can be represented in these activities. * Technical Publications Receive 30% discount of all IGEM Technical Standards. * Top Company Review The opportunity to be included in the Institution's annual supplement to its Journal, Gas International featuring organisation's serving the gas industry. * Directory of Services Company details will be included in the Institution's Directory of Services and an opportunity to include your company logo. * Training Courses All company training courses promoted, if applicable. * Certificate of Affiliation A prestigious certificate confirming your Industrial Affiliate status is available to purchase. * Other Events As a member of the Institution you will also benefit from the breadth of activities we organise, such as national seminars and conferences, regular local meetings, social events and membership of industry committees. You will find that you will make valuable new contacts both in the UK and world-wide and gain from sharing from new ideas and concepts. * Free use of the IGEM Members Room Hold ad-hoc meetings at IGEM's new HQ - IGEM House in Kegworth, Derbyshire. The Members Room is available for all members to use free of charge during IGEM's usual opening hours. How much does it cost to join? * Application Fee The application fee is £100.00 +VAT. This is to be sent with your application. Please make your cheque or standing order payable to the IGEM. * Annual Subscription Fee Following election, new entrants will be charged the annual subscription for the category pro-rata to the number of months remaining during the year. The annual subscription becomes due on 1st January every year. Yearly Fees for Organisations/Companies based in the UK: Annual Subscription Fee VAT Total Amount Payable With 1 - 5 employees £181.00 £31.68 £212.68 With 6 - 15 employees £404.00 £70.70 £474.70 With 16 - 100 employees £707.00 £123.73 £830.73 With 100 or more employees £1061.00 £185.68 £1246.68 Organisations/Companies based outside the UK: Total Annual Subscription Fee Payable With 1 - 5 employees £181.00 With 6 - 15 employees £404.00 With 16 - 100 employees £707.00 With 100 or more employees £1061.00 How to Join? The Application Form for Election to Industrial Affiliate must be completed by all organisations. 1. Simply fill in your company details and choose your main representative. The main representative is the contact point in your organisation. 2. The additional application forms of nomination for Representative of Industrial Affiliate are provided for you to nominate up to six additional representatives from your organisation. 3. Please return these forms with: 3.1 A list of Company Directors 3.2 A detailed Company Profile 3.3 Your  £117.50 (incl. VAT) Applica tion Fee Representative(s) nominations: Each Organisation/Company can nominate up to 6 representatives depending on its size: No. of Employees employed No. of Contact Representatives No. of Nominated Representative(s) 1 - 5 1 1 6 - 15 1 3 16 - 100 1 4 100 or more 1 5 Please send your completed application from and appropriate information to: Membership Department Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers IGEM House  High Street  Kegworth  Derbyshire  DE74 2DA Industrial Affiliate Application Form 21/02/2007 12:53:08 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=4 Fellow is the highest electable and transferable grade of membership. It is awarded to senior engineers who by their attainment have acquired an established reputation as an engineer and have been engaged for a sufficient period in an important position of responsibility to which they have bought superior knowledge position of responsibility and practice of an engineering discipline. Entry Requirements * Hold a degree level qualification in an engineering discipline. * Must be a Chartered Engineer with IGEM. * Is engaged at the time of application in a senior industry position in the Gas Industry for at least five years. * Is in a senior position in an area of employment which has interests in common with the Gas Industry. * Must have significant involvement in either the Council or its supporting committees over a number of years. * Complies with any other conditions which may be prescribed by the Council from time to time. Application FormRules of Professional Conduct 21/02/2007 15:36:43 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=5 Chartered Members are concerned with the progress of technology through innovation, creativity and change. They develop and apply new technologies, promote advanced design concepts and design methods, introduce new and more efficient production techniques, marketing and construction concepts, and pioneer new engineering services and management methods. Entry Requirements Every candidate for election or transfer to the class of Chartered Member shall comply with the following conditions: Educational Base * Must have an accredited MEng engineering degree or equivalent; or * Must have an accredited BEng(Hons) engineering degree, or equivalent, plus appropriate further learning to Masters level; or * Must have attained the Engineering Council Diploma; or * Must have completed the Technical Report Option Initial Professional Development (IPD) IPD may be expected to take at least 4 years and it is a requirement to demonstrate competence and commitment applied in the gas industry by means of the Professional Review. Competence and Commitment CompetenceAKnowledge and UnderstandingBApplication to Practice CLeadership/Management/SupervisionDInterpersonal SkillCommitmentEProfessional Conduct Procedures * Candidates should submit the Corporate Membership Application Form below. * The application must be supported by 2 Corporate members of equivalent grade, or greater of the Institution. The Proposer and Seconder must authenticate as many of the statements made by the applicant as possible. * Both Proposer and Seconder must authenticate all certificates. Both are asked to sign that they have seen the original certificate and that they believe this to be a true and original certificate. Failure to do so shall delay the process of the application. * Together with the application form, candidates must submit one copy of their Professional Review Report, drawings and documentary evidence of academic qualifications and if appropriate training records as well as the appropriate application fee. * Professional Review Interviews will be arranged for candidates as soon as the completed application has been received and all checking procedures have been completed. * Candidates will be notified of the result of the Membership Committee as soon as a decision has been made. Unsuccessful candidates will be given the result of their Professional Assessment indicating areas of weakness or reasons for failure to satisfy the Assessors. Application Form Chartered Engineer C and C Statements Rules of Professional Conduct Guidance for Professional Review 21/02/2007 15:55:44 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=6 Incorporated Engineers maintain and manage applications of current and developing technology at the highest efficiency. They provide independently and as leaders a significant influence on the overall effectiveness of the organisation in which they work. Entry Requirements Educational base * Must possess any of the qualifications listed for Chartered Member plus and if deemed necessary, appropriate further learning; or * Must have an accredited first degree in an engineering discipline that satisfies the educational requirements for Incorporated Engineer; or * A Foundation degree, HND or HNC in an engineering discipline that satisfies the criteria listed below, plus appropriate further learning; HNC Required Profile BTEC/EDEXEL HNC The HNC must include: A minimum of 8 Higher level credits (including the project) relevant to engineering. The project must be of at last 1 higher level unit and integrate the content of the programme and demonstrate ability in the application of engineering principles. Mathematics and computing related to engineering application equivalent to at least one unit each at the lower level. This can be achieved within the HNC programme or by means of individually distinct HNC/D unit or units obtained in another programme of study. SQA HNC The HNC must include:A minimum of 12 higher level credits (including the project) relevant to engineering. The project must be of at least 1.5 higher level units and integrate the content of the programme and demonstrate ability in the application of engineering principles. Mathematics and computing related to engineering application equivalent to at least 1.5 units each at the lower level. This can be achieved within the HNC programme or by means of individual distinct HNC/D unit or units obtained in another programme of study. * Have a first degree, which may or may not be classified in an engineering discipline that has been accredited by the Institution or any other Licenced Member of the Engineering Council. Initial Professional Development IPD may be expected to take at least 4 years and it is a requirement to demonstrate competence and commitment applied in the gas industry by means of the Professional Review Report. Compentence and Commitment CompetenceAKnowledge and UnderstandingBApplication to PracticeCLeadership/Management/SupervisionDInterpersonal SkillCommitmentEProfessional Conduct Procedures * Candidates should submit the Corporate Membership Application Form below. * The application must be supported by 2 Corporate Members of equivalent grade, or greater, of the Institution. The proposer and seconder are asked to authenticate as many of the statements made by the applicant as possible. * Both the proposer and seconder must authenticate all certificates. Both are asked to sign that they have seen the original certificate and that they believe this to be a true and original certificate. Failure to do so shall delay the process of the application. * Together with the application form, candidates must submit a copy of their Professional Review Report, drawings and documentary evidence of academic qualifications and if appropriate training records as well as the appropriate application fee. * Professional review interviews will be arranged for candidates as soon as the completed application has been received and all checking procedures have been completed. * Candidates will be notified of the result of the Membership Committee as soon as a decision has been made. Unsuccessful candidates will be given the result of their professional assessment indicating areas of weakness or reasons for failure to satisfy the Assessors. Application Form Incorporated Engineer C and C Statements Rules of Professional Conduct Guidance for Professional Review 21/02/2007 17:49:45 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=9 Technician Members are involved in the application of proven technology and procedures to the solution of practical problems. They have supervisory and technical responsibility and contribute to the design, development, manufacture, commissioning and maintenance of products, equipment, processes and services. Entry Requirements There are two ways to gain the grade of Technician Member, Route A and Route B. Route A Candidate seeking professional Engineering Technician registration, who hold particular types of qualifications, will usually find that this greatly simplifies the process of becoming an Engineering Technician Typical Qualifications are: * A National Certificate or National Diploma in Engineeing or Construction and the Built Environment. * An approved qualification in Engineering or construction at level 6 in Scottish Qualifications and Credit Framework. * A City & Guilds Higher Professional Diploma in Engineering. * A technical certificate as part of an approved Advanced Modern Apprenticeship Programme. * An IGEM approved Level 3 NVQ or SVQ. Route B Candidates for Engineering Technician without the qualifications listed above may be able to apply for a Route B appraisal. This separate procedure, administered by IGEM, involves an in depth appraisal of knowledge and experience acquired. Experienced, practising professional Engineering Technicians are often found to have gained the necessary knowledge and skills for their job through working closely with other skilled colleagues over a number of years. This appraisal will be undertaken through a work place assessment where the assessor will visit the candidate's workplace to appraise knowledge and experience acquired. Initial Professional Development IPD may be expected to take at least 4 years and it is a requirement to demonstrate competence and commitment applied in the gas industry. The Institution may reserve the right to invite an applicant for a Professional Review Interview if necessary. Competence and Commitment CompetenceAKnowledge and UnderstandingBApplication to Practice CLeadership/Management/SupervisionDInterpersonal SkillsCommitmentEProfessional Conduct Procedures * Candidates should completed the Application Form below. * The application must be supported by 2 Corporate Members of equivalent grade, or greater, of the Institution. Proposer and Seconder are asked to authenticate as many of the statements by the applicant as possible. * Both Proposer and Seconder must authenticate all copies of certificates. Both are asked to sign that they have seen the original certificate and that they believe this to be a true and original. Failure to do so will delay the process of the application. * If you are applying through the Route B option you will also need to complete the Route B Forms found below, as well as the Application Form (also found below). * Candidates will be notified of the result of the Membership Committee as soon as a decision has been made. Unsuccessful candidates will be given the result of their application indicating areas of weakness or reasons for failure.Application FormRoute B Forms 21/02/2007 21:53:06 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=10 This grade is for managers in a managerial position within the gas industry. Managers in the gas industry are eligible for entry to the grade of Manager and are Corporate Members of the Institution and shall comply with the following conditions: Entry Requirements Every Candidate for election or transfer to the class of Member Manager Grade Member shall comply with the following conditions: * Hold a senior management position in the gas industry or an organisation directly associated/connected with the gas industry and have been a senior manager at this level for a minimum of 4 years; or * Have a suitable academic vocational or professional qualification (i.e NVQ Level III or above) and to have held an appropriate senior management position for a period of 2 years; and * Demonstrate a personal plan of development that incorporates a clear commitment to lifelong learning and the Institution's policy of Continuing Professional Development. Procedures * Candidates should submit the Application form below. * The application must be supported by 2 Corporate Members of equivalent grade, or greater, of the Institution. Proposer and Seconder are asked to authenticate as many of the statements made by the applicant as possible. * Return the completed application form with copies of certificates, documentary evidence and appropriate application fee to the Membership Department of the Institution. * Candidates will be notified of the result of the Membership Committee as soon as a decision has been made. Unsuccessful candidates will be given the result of their application indicating areas of weakness or reasons for failure.Application Form 22/02/2007 11:09:30 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=8 If you are a registered Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) with the Engineering Council (ECuk) and have been working in the gas industry for more than 4 years, you may be considered as a Dual Registrant. Procedures * Candidates should submit the application form below * The application must be supported by 2 Corporate Members of equivalent grade, or greater, of the Institution. Proposer and Seconder are asked to authenticate as many of the statements made by the applicant as possible. * You must supply an authenticated copy of both your Institutions Membership Certificate and Engineering Council certificate confirming your registration of the relevant grade. Both proposer and seconder must authenticate all certificates. Failure to do so will delay the process of the application. * It is not necessary for a written report to be provided. However, following receipt of your completed application form you could be asked to supply a copy of the submission you made to the Institution/professional body that registered you as a CEng or IEng and/or attend an interview. (The Institution reserves the right to ask the applicant for an interview if necessary) * Return the completed application form with copies of certificates, documentary evidence and appropriate appliction fee to the Membership Department of the Institution. * Candidates will be notified of the result of the Membership Committee as soon as a decision has been made, unsuccessful candidates will be given the result of their application indicating areas of weakness or reasons for failure.Application Form Rules of Professional Conduct 21/02/2007 20:44:12 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=15 Gas Technician members are involved in the installation and/or maintenance of a range of gas systems and appliances.Who can apply?If you are Gas Safe registered you can become a Gas Technician with IGEM.How to apply?* Complete the IGEM Gas Technician application form * Provide your Gas Safe Registration and Licence number on the application form for verification * Submit application and annual subscription fee to the Membership Department The membership Department will write to you confirming your application has been accepted in your welcome pack.What you can expect as a Gas Technician MemberQuarterly journal specifically for gas installersThis magazine is designed with you in mind, updating you with best practices, latest guidance and regulations, ultimately enhancing your knowledge of the wider issues affecting the downstream sector.IGEM vehicle transferThis carefully designed transfer marks your association with IGEM and provides credible recognition, instantly differentiating yourself from your competitors in the market. Support for Education, Training and continuing Professional Development (CPD)IGEM is committed as a professional body to developing you as a Gas Technician and offers a clear way to build your portfolio as you climb the career ladder. The online system will allow you to record your development activities and maintain a high level of professional competence.Discounts on IGEM standards, seminars and workshopsAs an IGEM member you would be invited to various events throughout the year that will specifically be tailored to cover a range of topics and real life situations relevant to your working environment. IGEM Standards and entry to IGEM events will be offered at member discounted prices. Some events are free to IGEM members.Access to a range of local and national conferences and eventsAs part of your membership application you will be allocated to a local IGEM Section. Discounted conference and meeting facilitiesAs a member you will be entitled to book IGEM's conference facilities for that all-important meeting or annual conference at member discounted rates. You will also have free access to our member room.FAQsHow much does membership cost?There is a one off non-refundable application fee of £30 and an annual subscription fee of £45. Both should be submitted with your application form.How long will the application process take?Provided the application form is completed in full, includes your Gas Safe Registration and Licence number, and the appropriate fees are submitted the process is very straight forward and depending on volume of applications you will typically hear within 5-10 days. Once I am an IGEM member are there opportunities to progress to another grade of membership?Yes. IGEM actively encourages people to develop through the grades. The Membership Department can advise you on how best to proceed.Will I receive a Gas Technician membership certificate?Yes. You will also have the opportunity to purchase a more prestigious certificate once your application has been accepted. A certificate request form will be included in your welcome pack. 24/12/2009 13:03:37 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=11 This grade is for new managers in the managerial position within the gas industry who do not quite meet the requirements for Member Manager. Entry Requirements Every candidate for election or transfer to the class of Associate Member shall comply with the following conditions: * Hold a management position in the gas industry; and * Has obtained a minimum of 4 years work experience in the gas industry; and * Show on the application for membership a personal plan of development that incorporates a clear commitment to lifelong learning and the Institution's Continuing Professional Development. Procedures * Candidates should submit the application form below * The application must be supported by 2 Corporate Members, or greater of the Institution. Proposer and Seconder are asked to authenticate as many of the statements made by the applicant as possible. * Both Proposer and Seconder must authenticate all copies of certificates. Both are asked to sign that they have seen the original certificate and that they believe this to be a true and an original certificate. Failure to do so will delay the process of the application. * Return the completed application form with copies of certificates, documentary evidence and appropriate application fee to the Membership Department of the Institution. * Candidates will be notified of the result of the Membership Committee as soon as a decision has been made. Unsuccessful candidates will be given the result of their application indicating areas of weakness or reasons for failure.Application Form Rules of Professional Conduct 22/02/2007 11:36:42 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=12 This grade is for persons who wish to be associated with IGEM but may or may not have technical skills with managerial or supervisory responsibility for people, products, equipment, processes or services. Procedures * Candidates should submit the Application Form below. * Return the completed application form with the appropriate application fee to the Membership Department of the Institution. * Candidates will be notified of the result of their application as soon as a decision has been made.Application Form Rules of Professional Conduct 22/02/2007 12:08:41 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=13 Graduate Members are those pursuing a postgraduate course of study or a training programme likely to lead to Corporate Membership of the Institution. Entry Requirements * Have an accredited MEng engineering degree, or equivalent; or * BEng/BSc(Hons) or non honours degree accredited for IEng or Member Manager grade. Intital Professional Development Candidates with qualifications listed above are deemed to be en-route to Member and registration as Chartered or Incorporated Engineer. They are not yet required to undertake the Professional Review but must be in the course of developing the Initial Professional Development. Procedures * Candidates should submit the application form below. * A Corporate Member of the Institution must support the application. The Proposer must authenticate as many of the statements made by the applicant as possible. * The proposer must authenticate all copies of certificates. They are asked to sign that they have seen the original certificate and that they believe this to be a true and an original certificate. Failure to do so will delay the process of the application. * Return the completed application form with copies of certificates, documentary evidence and appropriate fee to the Membership Department. * Candidates will be notified of the result as soon as a decision has been made.Application Form Rules of Professional Conduct 22/02/2007 12:20:20 http://www.igem.org.uk/affiliate.asp?id=14 A Candidate may be admitted to the grade of Student provided they are over 16 years of age and are pursuing a course of full-time or part-time study for a qualification that satisfies the Educational Base requirements for any of the elected grades. Entry Requirements Every candidate for election to transfer to the class of Student shall comply with the following conditions: There are no requirements for Student membership other than what is stated above. Procedures * Candidates should submit the application form below * Return the completed application form to the Membership Department. * Candidates will be notified of the result of their application as soon as a decision has been made.Application Form Rules of Professional Conduct 22/02/2007 12:25:35