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Promoting ethical science, design and technology

Promoting ethical science, design and technology

Oil & Gas UK - Home Page Architecture for Humanity UK-SPEC - UK-SPEC The UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC) describes the value of becoming registered as an Engineering Technician (EngTech), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng). It describes the requirements that have to be met in order to gain these qualifications, and gives examples of ways of doing this. UK-SPEC should enable individuals and employers to find out whether they or their staff can meet the requirements, and explains the steps necessary to achieve professional registration with the Engineering Council. Our registrants carry many responsibilities, including the need to observe a professional code of conduct. These are described here, together with advice on how to maintain registration. UK-SPEC is published by the Engineering Council on behalf of the UK engineering profession. The previous edition can be accessed via archived publications

Physiological Society Offshore Technology Built environment & Cabe Cabe at the Design Council run an ongoing series of affordable seminars and conferences for professionals in the built environment. These events are designed to build capacity of individuals or teams, hone your skills, stay up to date with policy, challenge the experts and make new contacts. We can also build a bespoke programme to address your specific needs. We can help you at any stage in the development process from visioning, local and neighbourhood plans, stakeholder engagement, site allocation, brief writing, procurement, masterplanning and Design Review. We deliver training for local authority officers and members, the private sector and community groups.

EngineeringUK Promoting the vital contribution of engineers, engineering and technology. (RSC) Royal Society of Chemistry The Society of Petroleum Engineers Architect: Job description Architects work in the construction industry and are involved with designing new buildings, extensions or alterations to existing buildings, or advising on the restoration and conservation of old properties. They can work on individual buildings or on large redevelopment schemes, and can be responsible for the design of the surrounding landscape and spaces. Architects work closely with their clients and users to make sure that projected designs match their needs and are functional, safe and economical. They usually control a project from start to finish and work with a number of construction professionals, including surveyors and engineers, producing drawings and specifications that the construction team works to. The role of an architect is very varied and can range from freelance and small-scale project work to employment with multinational organisations working on iconic landmarks. Typical work activities Responsibilities vary but typically include:

Scientists for Global Responsibility - ethical careers in science and technology. by raviii Jun 12

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