GUIDE TO APPLICATION AS AN ASSOCIATE MEMBER WITH REGISTRATION

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1 Membership of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining GUIDE TO APPLICATION AS AN ASSOCIATE MEMBER WITH REGISTRATION Competence and Commitment Requirements for AIMMM IEng AIMMM RSci AIMMM Forms Documentation Assessment Checklist If you would like further information, please seek advice from the Membership Department The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, 297 Euston Road, London NW1 3AQ Registered Charity No Tel:

2 GUIDE TO APPLICATION AS AN ASSOCIATE MEMBER IOM3 Membership - ASSOCIATE MEMBER CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 2 2. FORMS 3 a. Completing the application form b. Referee forms c. Academic certificates 3. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION a. The Professional Review Report 4 b. The Case Study 5 c. Record of CPD 6 4. APPLICATION COMPLETION 6 5. PROFESSIONAL REVIEW INTERVIEW 6 6. THE ELECTION PROCESS 7 APPENDICES 1. Competence and Commitment requirements for AIMMM only 8 2. Competence and Commitment requirements for IEng Competence and Commitment requirements for RSci Application checklist 22 ALL ENQUIRES AND QUESTIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE MEMBERSHIP DEPARTMENT: Tel: +44 (0) membership@iom3.org AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 1

3 1. INTRODUCTION Candidates applying for Associate Membership (AIMMM) may at the same time apply for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and/or Registered Scientist (RSci). Eligibility will depend on a candidate s academic qualifications and work experience. Applications for AIMMM as a standalone qualification are welcome from engineers, scientists, chemists, physicists, geologists and technologists including those from the packaging and wood industrial, academic and related sectors. Applicants are expected to have practical experience and be able to apply the underpinning technical principles relating to their IOM3 discipline. They must also be able to exercise competent managerial skills and judgment. Applicants for IEng AIMMM must be able to demonstrate their professional engineering experience and managerial skills. They must have practical knowledge and understanding of the engineering principles that underpin their IOM3 discipline. They must also be able to demonstrate the use of such knowledge to contribute to the design, manufacture, maintenance, testing and safety of components, devices and structures or the control of process plant. Applicants for RSci AIMMM must be able to demonstrate their professional scientific experience and managerial skills. They must have scientific knowledge and understanding to enable them to initiate and manage scientific projects and processes relating to one or more groups of materials or natural resources. They must also be able to apply such knowledge within regulatory frameworks. There are four major stages to be achieved in order to gain Associate Membership with or without registration. These are: Education Base For applicants seeking AIMMM as a standalone or IEng AIMMM, an accredited Level 6 qualification such as a Bachelor s first degree or an alternative package of qualifications such as a HND or HNC topped up by an accredited company training scheme or other higher level academic or training intervention, which will be individually assessed; or via the Technical Report Route. Applicants may apply for RSci, with a minimum of an accredited Level 5 qualification such as an HND or a foundation degree, or alternative package of qualifications, which will be individually assessed. However this cannot be awarded as a standalone and applicants will also need to apply for AIMMM concurrently unless they already hold it. If an applicant doesn t hold AIMMM, they must meet the Level 6 requirements of AIMMM, through an appropriate case study which clearly demonstrates their knowledge and understanding, and its application at this level. Initial Professional Development (IPD) demonstrating structured development in the early and formative years of employment. This may be through a formal IPD scheme or general work experience. Professional Review submission and testing of evidence through a peer review process to ascertain whether the applicant has achieved both professional competence and a commitment to professional codes. Continuing Professional Development commitment to maintaining competence to practice. Applicants are assessed against a series of Competence and Commitment requirements that relate to the respective qualification and type of registration for which they have made an application. Applicants for IEng AIMMM will be assessed against the Engineering Council s UK-SPEC; and those for RSci AIMMM against the Science Council s standard. IOM3 has its own standard for the award of AIMMM, where applicants have made an application for this qualification as a standalone. Full details of these standards are given in the appendices. AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 2

4 2. FORMS a. COMPLETING THE APPLICATION FORM The application requires the submission of a completed form plus supporting documentation. It is important to complete all sections of the form in the spaces provided, even when certain sections are amplified in the Professional Review Report. Forms must be completed in print or written in BLOCK CAPITALS. The application form is available on the IOM3 website at SECTION A PERSONAL DETAILS All details in section A must be completed including the membership number (if the applicant is already a member). SECTION B TECHNICAL EDUCATION & ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS Details of all academic courses completed since leaving school should be included. SECTION C PRESENT EMPLOYMENT Details of the applicant s current employer indicating their line manager and any directly reporting staff should be recorded. This should include details of any professional qualifications they hold such as FIMMM, MIMMM, AIMMM, TIMMM or those from other bodies. SECTION D REFERENCES Applicants must have two referees who should be Associate Members, Professional Members, or Fellows of IOM3. In the case of those applying for IEng registration, referees must also hold this or the CEng grade of registration. Referees must have known the applicant for a minimum of two (2) years and must be able to validate the applicant s current knowledge and levels of responsible experience. One of the referees should act as the Sponsor. Where an applicant does not know any members of IOM3, Professional Members or Fellows of other engineering or scientific Institutions holding the respective grade(s) of registration or higher where applicable, may be acceptable as referees. Family members or subordinates within the applicant s company cannot be accepted as referees. SECTION E DECLARATIONS The applicant and their sponsor must sign-off the declaration statements at the end of the application form and the sponsor must sign-off all supporting documentation. b) REFEREE/SUPPORTER FORMS The applicant s details must be completed in the boxes provided at the top of each of the referee forms, both on the front and the flipside. The name of the referee should be added to the top of the letter on the front page. Referees should provide as much detail on the applicant as possible on the form and complete by signing it off. The completed form should be returned to the Membership department unless they prefer to give it to the applicant for submission. c) ACADEMIC CERTIFICATES Applicants must provide copies of their academic certificate(s) unless these have been previously submitted to IOM3 for the award of another grade of membership such as GradIMMM. We do not require copies of secondary school qualifications. Where a qualification has been gained outside of the UK, it may be necessary for the applicant to submit a transcript of the qualification. Further advice on this requirement is available from the Membership department. AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 3

5 3. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION The Professional Review Report is an extended CV, which gives details of the applicant s career history and development to date. It provides the applicant with the opportunity to demonstrate their broad technical and managerial training and experience. For each position held, the applicant should provide a description of their function and responsibilities, quantifying these wherever possible; the materials or natural resources, techniques and processes they have become familiar with; and any training they have undertaken. There two presentation of PRR which are acceptable. The first uses the Competency Logbook Template, where the applicant can detail supporting evidence against each of the individual competencies for a specified period of time. It is recommended that evidence is recorded for no more than one calendar year per sheet. Copies of the Competency Logbook Template can be downloaded from the IOM3 website. Where an applicant is applying for both IEng and RSci, individual Competency Logbook Templates need to be completed for the respective grades. Alternatively the applicant can use an Expanded CV, with the appropriate competency mapped against the supporting evidence in the right hand margin as shown below in the example. This format is easier to use when applying for more than one registration grade. Process Technologist Recycled Resources (9 th June 2012 present) General description of role: Responsible chiefly for ensuring material quality standards are maintained by suppliers. Includes monitoring of incoming materials, particularly recycled copper, PVC and PP. I deal with some 1,500 tonnes of materials annually. When problems occur, I liaise with suppliers to ensure remedial action is taken and followed through. I am also responsible for monitoring in-house processes. This involves the development of process controls, assessing training needs, and providing operator training and certification. I contribute to the development and validation of new processes working in conjunction with suppliers and a multidisciplinary team containing design engineers, production engineers, quality engineers and production management. This involves defining validation requirements, production and testing of samples and post-testing analysis. I am the appointed Works Environmental Coordinator reporting directly to the Technical Director, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and company protocols. Training undertaken: 3 x one-day courses at Euston Road College covering the Health and Safety at Work Act and COSHH regulations. IEng A1-A2 C2-C3 D1-D2 B-B3 D1 E3 E1-E2 A1-A2 E4 It is not expected that applicants will have gained extensive experience in all areas, but it is essential that over the period of their career, they will have gained sufficient technical and managerial experience in an IOM3 technical area to satisfy the majority of the requirements. In areas where an applicant s experience has been limited, they should at least be familiar with the issues. The Professional Review Report should not only demonstrate career progression, but also establish the approximate length of time the applicant has been working at the level of responsibility appropriate to being an AIMMM and/or IEng and/or RSci. Those who have previously had their training assessed or have completed an accredited training scheme need only emphasise their responsible experience in their Professional Review Report, but AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 4

6 must submit a letter from the company confirming that they have completed the necessary training required for the grade and registration for which they have applied. The Professional Review Report should ideally be a maximum of five (5) sides of A4 and each page must be numbered. The applicant must sign-off their Professional Review Report under the statement: I certify that this Professional Review Report is a true and accurate statement. The Sponsor must authenticate the Professional Review Report under the statement: I certify that I have read the Professional Review Report of (the applicant s name) and confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, it is a true and accurate statement. b) THE CASE STUDY A case study is not required for those applying for AIMMM as a standalone grade, but is required for those seeking registration as an IEng or RSci. The purpose of the case study is to give an example of the applicant s work. It will be used by the Professional Review Panel as a basis for questioning at the Professional Review Interview. Applicants are therefore requested to select a project, or a maximum of two smaller projects, which will demonstrate the range of their knowledge, experience, technical ability and depth of responsibility. A suggested format for the Case Study is: Title: this should indicate the topic and nature of the case study Synopsis Background: this could include details such as how potential projects are identified, how project proposals are prepared, how the applicant was allocated the task and the size of the project Technical content: this could include details such as planning the project, methods and techniques used, technical and budgetary constraints, and the applicant s role in the management of the project Outcomes: this could include the financial and/or technical success and impact, and potential applications It is essential that applicants clearly identify their role in the project by writing in the first person singular, and also clearly identify the technical aspects, issues, outcomes and impact. Those applying for IEng should demonstrate the engineering dimension of the work and for RSci the scientific dimension. If the applicant does not clearly spell out their own contribution in the project, it might be assumed that the project was not fully their responsibility and they may not be given full credit for the work. Applicants must ensure that they have obtained any necessary permission from their employer for the use of the Case Study. In the event of the Case Study being commercially sensitive, applicants should seek advice from the Membership department. The applicant must sign off their Case Study under the statement: I certify that this Case Study is a true and accurate statement. The Sponsor must authenticate the Case Study under the statement: I certify that I have read the Case Study of (the applicant s name) and confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, it is a true and accurate statement. AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 5

7 c) RECORD OF CPD Applicants must include an up to date record of all relevant CPD activities in their application submission. IOM3 policy on CPD can be found at: Participation in CPD is the personal responsibility of the individual and the recommended minimum amount of CPD a member should undertake is 35 hours each year. CPD should be a mixture of learning activities relevant to current or future practice and could include the following categories: 1. Work-based learning 2. Professional activities 3. Formal learning 4. Self-directed learning 5. Other activities which extend or broaden an individual s professional knowledge, skills, understanding or experience Information to be included in the CPD record is: 1. Date 2. Type, i.e. work-based learning 3. CPD hours 4. Title & provider for formal activities 5. Outcome and Benefits, which should be a short but concise reflective statement on how the activity has benefitted the individual s professional knowledge, skills, understanding or experience Finally a photocopy of the personal details page from the applicant s passport should also be submitted. 4. APPLICATION COMPLETION Once the paperwork is complete and signed off by the Sponsor, the applicant should complete the checklist given in the appendices. We prefer to receive applications electronically. Please ensure that all scanned documents are legible. Submissions should be made to: membership@iom3.org Those who prefer to make their submission in hardcopy by post should send it to: Membership Department Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining Stoke Office, Shelton House 12 Stoke Road Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2DR Applications will be acknowledged within five working days of submission. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, please do contact us by phone on At this stage all applications will be checked for completeness and applicants notified if any further information is required. 5. PROFESSIONAL REVIEW INTERVIEW Applicants for AIMMM with IEng and/or RSci are required to attend a Professional Review Interview (PRI). This provides the applicant with an opportunity to demonstrate that they are practising at the level for which they are seeking recognition. The PRI will be conducted by a Professional Review Panel (PRP) consisting of at least two trained assessors who will be members of IOM3, holding the Professional Member or Fellow grade, and also the grade of registration for which the applicant has applied (if applicable). AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 6

8 Applicants are required to take two (2) forms of ID with them to the PRI, one of which must carry a photograph of the holder, ie a Passport or Driving Licence. Other forms of acceptable ID can be a bank statement or utility bill, which must clearly display the applicant s name and current address. The PRI is likely to last between 45 to 60 minutes and will include a discussion on the applicant s initial professional development, technical and engineering experience, commercial awareness, career profile and commitment to Continuing Professional Development, with an emphasis on most recent work. The PRP will use the respective Competence and Commitment requirements as the framework for the PRI. Applicants are encouraged to bring with them evidence in the form of artifacts, photographs or papers to illustrate their work, but this is not essential. Following the PRI, the PRP will submit an evaluation report and recommendation which will be used by the Membership Committee to judge the applicant s suitability for AIMMM and registration as an IEng and/or RSci as appropriate. 6. THE ELECTION PROCESS The Membership Committee will consider the report submitted by the PRP, together with a copy of the applicant s full application when making their decision. Applicants will be notified in writing of the Committee s decision within two (2) weeks of it being made. We aim to complete the election process within six (6) months of the complete application being submitted, provided that a mutually convenient date for the PRI can be arranged without delay. Upon election as a Professional Member, individuals will be entitled to use the IOM3 post nominal designation AIMMM. Those who have been accepted for registration may use the respective post nominal letters IEng or RSci alongside AIMMM and the title Incorporated Engineer or Registered Scientist as appropriate. DATA PROTECTION ACT 1998 The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining will hold and use the data provided in each membership application for the purposes of assessing its merits only. It will also pass relevant information on to the respective registration authority, namely the Engineering Council (for IEng); and the Science Council (for RSci) if a recommendation is being made for registration. AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 7

9 APPENDIX 1 THE COMPETENCE AND COMMITMENT REQUIREMENTS TO BE DEMONSTRATED BY THOSE APPLYING FOR AIMMM ONLY Associate Members must be competent throughout their working life, by virtue of their education, training and experience, to: A. Use a combination of general and specialised technical knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technology. B. Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct, commission, operate, maintain, decommission and recycle technical processes, systems, services and products. 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. Maintain and extend a sound theoretical approach to the application of technology in practice. 2. Use a sound evidence-based approach to problem-solving and contribute to continuous improvement. 1. Identify, review and select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake technical tasks. 2. Contribute to the design and development of technical solutions. 3. Implement design solutions and contribute to their evaluation. 1. Plan for effective project implementation. 2. Manage tasks, people and resources to plan and budget. 3. Manage teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs. 4. Manage continuous quality improvement. 1. Communicate in English with others at all levels. 2. Present and discuss proposals. 3. Demonstrate personal and social skills. 1. Comply with relevant codes of conduct. 2. Manage and apply safe systems of work. 3. Undertake technical activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development. 4. Carry out and record continuing professional development necessary to maintain and enhance competence in own area of practice. 5. Exercise responsibilities in an ethical manner. These are expanded on the following pages. AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 8

10 A Use a combination of general and specialised technical knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technology A1 Maintain and extend a sound theoretical approach to the application of technology in practice Identify the limits of own personal knowledge and skills Strive to extend own technological capability Broaden and deepen own knowledge base through new applications and techniques A.2 Use a sound evidence-based approach to problem-solving and contribute to continuous improvement Use market intelligence and knowledge of technological developments to promote and improve the effectiveness of technical products, systems and services Contribute to the evaluation and development of continuous improvement systems Apply knowledge and experience to investigate and solve problem arising during technical tasks and implement corrective action B Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct, commission, operate, maintain, decommission and recycle technical processes, systems, services and products B.1 Identify, review and select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake technical tasks Establish users requirements for improvement Select a review methodology Review the potential for enhancing technical practices, products, processes, systems and services, using evidence from best practice Establish an action plan to implement the results of the review B.2 Contribute to the design and development of technical solutions Contribute to the identification and specification of design and development requirements for technical products, processes, systems and services Identify operational risks and evaluate possible technical solutions, taking account of cost, quality, safety, reliability, appearance, fitness for purpose, security, intellectual property (IP) constraints and opportunities, and environmental impact Collect and analyse results Carry out necessary tests B.3 Implement design solutions and contribute to their evaluation Secure the resources required for implementation Implement design solutions, taking account of critical constraints, including due concern for safety and reliability Identify problems during implementation and take corrective action Contribute to recommendations for improvement and actively learn from feedback on results C Provide technical and commercial management C1 Plan for effective project implementation Identify the factors affecting the project implementation Carry out holistic and systematic risk identification, assessment and management Prepare and agree implementation plans and method statements Secure the necessary resources and confirm roles in project team Apply the necessary contractual arrangements with other stakeholders (client, subcontractors, suppliers, etc) AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 9

11 C.2 Manage tasks, people and resources to plan and budget Operate appropriate management systems Work to the agreed quality standards, programme and budget within legal and statutory requirements Manage work teams, coordinating project activities Identify variations from quality standards, programme and budgets and take corrective action Evaluate performance and recommend improvements C.3 Manage teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs Agree objectives and work plans with teams and individuals Identify team and individual needs and plan for their development Reinforce team commitment to professional standards Manage and support team and individual development Assess team and individual performance, and provide feedback C.4 Manage continuous quality improvement Ensure the application of quality management principles by team members and colleagues Manage operations to maintain quality standards Evaluate projects and make recommendations for improvement D Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills D.1 Communicate in English with others at all levels Contribute to, chair and record meetings and discussions Prepare communications, documents and reports on technical matters Exchange information and provide advice to technical and non-technical colleagues D.2 Present and discuss proposals Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations Manage debates with audiences Feed the results back to improve the proposals Contribute to the awareness of risk D.3 Demonstrate personal and social skills Know and manage own emotions, strengths and weaknesses Be aware of the needs and concerns of others, especially where related to diversity and equality Be confident and flexible in dealing with new and changing interpersonal situations Identify, agree and work towards collective goals Create, maintain and enhance productive working relationships, and resolve conflicts E Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment E.1 Comply with relevant codes of conduct Comply with the rules of professional conduct of own institute Manage work within all relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks, including social and employment legislation E.2 Manage and apply safe systems of work Identify and take responsibility for own obligations for health, safety and welfare issues Manage systems satisfy health, safety and welfare requirements Develop and implement appropriate hazard identification and risk management systems and culture Manage, evaluate and improve these systems AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 10

12 Apply a sound knowledge of health and safety legislation E.3 Undertake technical activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development Operate and act responsibly, taking account of the need to progress environmental, social and economic outcomes simultaneously Provide products and services which maintain and enhance the quality of the environment and community, and meet financial objectives Understand and encourage stakeholder involvement in sustainable development Use resources efficiently and effectively E.4 Carry out and record continuing professional development necessary to maintain and enhance competence in own area of practice Undertake reviews of own development needs Plan how to meet personal and organisational objectives Carry out planned (and unplanned) CPD activities Maintain evidence of competence development Evaluate CPD outcomes against the action plans Assist others with their own CPD E.5 Exercise responsibilities in an ethical manner AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 11

13 APPENDIX 2 THE COMPETENCE AND COMMITMENT REQUIREMENTS TO BE DEMONSTRATED BY THOSE APPLYING FOR IENG AIMMM OR BY CURRENT AIMMM APPLYING FOR IENG Incorporated Engineers must be competent throughout their working life, by virtue of their education, training and experience, to: A. Use a combination of general and specialised engineering knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technology. B. Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct, commission, operate, maintain, decommission and recycle technical processes, systems, services and products. 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. Maintain and extend a sound theoretical approach to the application of technology in engineering practice. 2. Use a sound evidence-based approach to problemsolving and contribute to continuous improvement. 1. Identify, review and select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake engineering tasks. 2. Contribute to the design and development of engineering solutions. 3. Implement design solutions and contribute to their evaluation. 1. Plan for effective project implementation. 2. Manage tasks, people and resources to plan and budget. 3. Manage teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs. 4. Manage continuous quality improvement. 1. Communicate in English with others at all levels. 2. Present and discuss proposals. 3. Demonstrate personal and social skills. 1. Comply with relevant codes of conduct. 2. Manage and apply safe systems of work. 3. Undertake engineering activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development. 4. Carry out and record continuing professional development necessary to maintain and enhance competence in own area of practice. 5. Exercise responsibilities in an ethical manner. These are expanded on the following pages. AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 12

14 A Use a combination of general and specialised engineering knowledge and understanding to apply existing and emerging technology A1 Maintain and extend a sound theoretical approach to the application of technology in engineering practice Identify the limits of own personal knowledge and skills Strive to extend own technological capability Broaden and deepen own knowledge base through new applications and techniques A.2 Use a sound evidence-based approach to problem-solving and contribute to continuous improvement Use market intelligence and knowledge of technological developments to promote and improve the effectiveness of engineering products, systems and services Contribute to the evaluation and development of continuous improvement systems Apply knowledge and experience to investigate and solve problem arising during engineering tasks and implement corrective action B Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, manufacture, construct, commission, operate, maintain, decommission and recycle engineering processes, systems, services and products B.1 Identify, review and select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake engineering tasks Establish users requirements for improvement Select a review methodology Review the potential for enhancing engineering practices, products, processes, systems and services, using evidence from best practice Establish an action plan to implement the results of the review B.2 Contribute to the design and development of engineering solutions Contribute to the identification and specification of design and development requirements for engineering products, processes, systems and services Identify operational risks and evaluate possible technical solutions, taking account of cost, quality, safety, reliability, appearance, fitness for purpose, security, intellectual property (IP) constraints and opportunities, and environmental impact Collect and analyse results Carry out necessary tests B.3 Implement design solutions and contribute to their evaluation Secure the resources required for implementation Implement design solutions, taking account of critical constraints, including due concern for safety and reliability Identify problems during implementation and take corrective action Contribute to recommendations for improvement and actively learn from feedback on results C Provide technical and commercial management C1 Plan for effective project implementation Identify the factors affecting the project implementation Carry out holistic and systematic risk identification, assessment and management Prepare and agree implementation plans and method statements Secure the necessary resources and confirm roles in project team Apply the necessary contractual arrangements with other stakeholders (client, subcontractors, suppliers, etc) AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 13

15 C.2 Manage tasks, people and resources to plan and budget Operate appropriate management systems Work to the agreed quality standards, programme and budget within legal and statutory requirements Manage work teams, coordinating project activities Identify variations from quality standards, programme and budgets and take corrective action Evaluate performance and recommend improvements C.3 Manage teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs Agree objectives and work plans with teams and individuals Identify team and individual needs and plan for their development Reinforce team commitment to professional standards Manage and support team and individual development Assess team and individual performance, and provide feedback C.4 Manage continuous quality improvement Ensure the application of quality management principles by team members and colleagues Manage operations to maintain quality standards Evaluate projects and make recommendations for improvement D Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills D.1 Communicate in English with others at all levels Contribute to, chair and record meetings and discussions Prepare communications, documents and reports on technical matters Exchange information and provide advice to technical and non-technical colleagues D.2 Present and discuss proposals Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations Manage debates with audiences Feed the results back to improve the proposals Contribute to the awareness of risk D.3 Demonstrate personal and social skills Know and manage own emotions, strengths and weaknesses Be aware of the needs and concerns of others, especially where related to diversity and equality Be confident and flexible in dealing with new and changing interpersonal situations Identify, agree and work towards collective goals Create, maintain and enhance productive working relationships, and resolve conflicts E Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment E.1 Comply with relevant codes of conduct Comply with the rules of professional conduct of own institute Manage work within all relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks, including social and employment legislation E.2 Manage and apply safe systems of work Identify and take responsibility for own obligations for health, safety and welfare issues Manage systems satisfy health, safety and welfare requirements Develop and implement appropriate hazard identification and risk management systems and culture Manage, evaluate and improve these systems AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 14

16 Apply a sound knowledge of health and safety legislation E.3 Undertake engineering activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development Operate and act responsibly, taking account of the need to progress environmental, social and economic outcomes simultaneously Provide products and services which maintain and enhance the quality of the environment and community, and meet financial objectives Understand and encourage stakeholder involvement in sustainable development Use resources efficiently and effectively E.4 Carry out and record continuing professional development necessary to maintain and enhance competence in own area of practice Undertake reviews of own development needs Plan how to meet personal and organisational objectives Carry out planned (and unplanned) CPD activities Maintain evidence of competence development Evaluate CPD outcomes against the action plans Assist others with their own CPD E.5 Exercise responsibilities in an ethical manner AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 15

17 APPENDIX 3 THE COMPETENCE AND COMMITMENT REQUIREMENTS TO BE DEMONSTRATED BY THOSE APPLYING FOR RSCI AIMMM OR BY CURRENT AIMMM APPLYING FOR RSCI Registered Scientists must be competent throughout their working life, by virtue of their education, training and experience, to: A A1 A2 A3 Application of knowledge and understanding Develop, maintain and extend a sound theoretical approach to application of science and technology in practice. Apply underlying scientific concepts, principles and techniques in the context of new and different areas of work Analyse, interpret and evaluate relevant scientific and technology information, concepts and ideas and to propose solutions to problems Identify and use relevant scientific understanding, methods and skills to complete tasks and address well defined problems. This means that you show you have a sound theoretical understanding of the area in which you work, and that you continuously keep up-to-date with developments in your field and are able to understand and apply new developments to your area of work. An example may describe how you: take part in a journal/publication review group within the workplace suggest updates to the way in which designs, prototypes, processes, programmes, experiments, or procedures are approached and carried out based upon new knowledge of technology or underlying theoretical principles undertake further academic/vocational/ self study or technical training in your current or advancing field of work This means that you can explain the major reasons for undertaking new and different work. An example may describe how you: work in a new subject, in a different discipline, area or with new material. You should be able to explain and describe in technical terms the main components/elements/tools/material involved and why you are carrying out the new work are involved in carrying out a new procedure, process, or design; you should be able to explain from a technical perspective why you are using this and why it is relevant to the new area of work are involved in using different or new design or experimental model; you should be able to explain why you are using that model, how you are using it and what the results might mean This means that you can describe how you observe the results or examples from your work and that of others and explain their relevance. How you are able to review the work and ideas of others and propose ways in which problems/difficulties may be overcome. An example could show how you: AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 16

18 enable others to be able to analyse and interpret their work and advise on how they may overcome problems review a number of relevant literature/manuals/designs and present your findings to others develop new methods/approach based on information or outcomes from previous work by others or yourself B Personal responsibility Exercise personal responsibility in planning and implementing tasks according to prescribed protocols B1 B2 Work autonomously while recognising limits of scope of practice Take responsibility for safe working practices and contribute to their evaluation and improvement This means that you can show and explain how you work with no supervision for certain key tasks, experiments or procedures associated with your role, whilst understanding when you need to seek input from either your supervisor or others. This means that you can describe how you accept responsibility for working safely. How you may be responsible for the generation and communication of some of the following (but not limited to) and can give examples such as: Identification of potential safety issues and recommending solutions risk assessments associated with your work relevant Health and Safety regulations, e.g. COSHH, Noise, Manual Handling, DSE relevant Home Office Licences safety training courses you have successfully completed for your role any monitoring of safety within your work B3 Promote and ensure the application of quality standards safety equipment and control measures necessary to work safely and protect others carrying out safety inspections of premises and equipment, producing reports and making recommendations This means that you can show how you are aware of the quality standards necessary for the work being carried out by you and others. You should be able to describe examples of how you promote these standards and ensure that they are applied. You may for example: produce and communicate protocol standards (such as good laboratory/workshop/design practice) train others to recognise when something has not been carried out correctly and explain the impact this could have contribute to the analysis of your own and others AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 17

19 B4 Take responsibility for planning and developing courses of action as well as exercising autonomy and judgement within broad parameters IOM3 Membership - ASSOCIATE MEMBER work and explain the impact of good and bad data and outcomes recognise when your own and others work needs to be repeated or the methodology updated and be able to communicate the reasons for this in terms of reproducibility or quality standards for example This means that you can describe why and how you accept responsibility for planning and developing relevant courses of action within the required time frame. You should be able to give an example that demonstrates that you are able to do this with no supervision using your own judgement within the parameters of your broader role. Your example might include but not be limited to: devising contingency plans in the case of a safety breach (e.g. spillage of radioactive material) assessing the risks of equipment and plant failure on experiments, production, and procedures and how to deal with such situations developing and planning training of personnel to cover essential tasks in the event of staff absence determining which equipment/machine/tool needs regular maintenance and servicing and planning the timetable and personnel involved understanding what must be undertaken in terms housekeeping in the laboratory/workshop/section, planning and developing appropriate methods and timetables to meet the requirements C Interpersonal skills Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills C1 Demonstrate effective and appropriate communication skills This means that you can give examples of how you demonstrate effective and appropriate communication using oral, written and electronic means. This may include examples of: discussing and agreeing objectives with your supervisor or in team meetings giving presentations of your work to your supervisor and team preparing written reports on your work C2 Demonstrate interpersonal and behavioural skills train, demonstrate or teach others in procedures or protocols play a part in staff development (e.g. carry out appraisals, staff reviews or induction training) This means that you can give an example that demonstrates the skills that enhance your ability to interact with colleagues in the work setting. AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 18

20 In these situations it may be appropriate to discuss these with your supervisor, as an external perspective is often very useful in this regard. Your example should also describe how you ensure your method of communication is appropriate for (but is not limited to): interacting with students or trainees face to face C3 Demonstrate productive working relationships and an ability to resolve problems interacting with other professionals such as researchers, technicians, administrators, and other members of staff interacting with external colleagues (such as manufacturers, suppliers, couriers, designers) This means that you should be able to describe how, when working with others, you are able to demonstrate that you developed positive working relationships and resolved conflict. Your example should demonstrate how those working relationships were effective in resolving problems. For instance you may: be a member of a committee/group that is tasked with a particular safety aspect of the job and be able to demonstrate that together you made a difference that was useful and effective in the workplace liaise with other groups within your organisation to effectively deal with problems (e.g. lack of or demand for training in a particular area) be a part of working group tasked with addressing specific problems or the need for change D Professional practice Apply appropriate theoretical and practical methods D1 Identify, review and select scientific techniques, procedures and methods to undertake tasks This means you can give an example of work that you have undertaken showing where and why the method/procedure used was chosen as the best (or most relevant) to use. This might include: review of method why is this one the best compared to others that are available cost effectiveness time taken IT considerations D2 Contribute to the organisation of tasks and resources This means that you can give examples of how you have contributed to the running of the laboratory/workshop/section and related areas. For instance this might mean: organisation of safety checks and inspections AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 19

21 ordering equipment, software, and materials D3 D4 Participate in the design, development and implementation of solutions Contribute to continuous performance improvement organisation of a rota for cleaning, maintenance, or machine time organisation of human and physical resources when an issue arises organisation of statutory inspections, external/internal servicing, and maintenance of equipment or infrastructure This means that you can give an example of problem solving that describes your specific role in helping to overcome a specific problem. For instance it might mean that a process, programme, design, assay, or method suddenly stops working and you are involved in finding out the reason why. Your example should show what your role was in understanding the problem and what your contribution achieved. This means that you can give an example which shows how you are aware of progress in your area and seek ways of improving the efficiency of your work. It should describe how you seek to discuss with your supervisor the strategy for achieving this. For instance this could include new and improved methods, new ways to increase throughput, or ways to increase costeffectiveness. Examples might be your role in: taking part in staff reviews working within time frames and using SMART objectives contributing to operational plans looking for cheaper resources working within a budget playing a role in procurement management E Professional standards Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional standards E1 E2 Comply with relevant codes of conduct and practice Maintain and enhance competence in own area This means that you can give examples of how you, for instance: comply with your professional body s code of conduct manage your work within all relevant legislative, regulatory and local requirements, frameworks such as Health and Safety Legislation, Home Office Regulations, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), local Codes of Practice. This means that you undertake activities to enhance your competence in your own area of practice i.e. Continuing AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 20

22 of practice through professional development activity Professional Development (CPD). Note that you will need to comply with the Science Council CPD Standards for Registrants and you will be asked by your professional body from time to time to demonstrate evidence that you meet the standards. AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 21

23 APPENDIX 4 Name: Membership No.: Grade(s) applied for: Date: APPLICATION CHECKLIST: AIMMM standalone/with IEng/RSci 1 Fully completed application form, signed off by applicant and sponsor. All fields are mandatory so N/A should be recorded where appropriate 2 Two completed and signed off referee forms. 3 Professional Review Report signed off by applicant and sponsor 4 Case Study signed off by applicant and sponsor. This is not required when the application is for AIMMM as a standalone. 5 Copies of all academic certificates unless previously submitted to IOM3. 6 CPD Record. 7 Copy of the applicant s passport personal details page. AIMMM with Registration GUIDELINES January 2016 Page 1