The Pakistan Engineering Council PEC was established by Parliament on 10 January 1976 and is the professional body for the engineering profession in Pakistan. It is a non-profit organization that aims to improve the quality of engineering education and practice in the country. To date, it has endorsed over 4,000 engineers and is the oldest professional body of engineers in the country.
Registered Engineer
To be a registered Engineer in Pakistan, one must apply to the PEC for registration. There are various requirements and processes involved in the registration process. For example, there is a fee to be paid to become a registered engineer, and a renewal card is required every three years. To renew one’s registration, one should submit an application online via the PEC’s Web Portal and attach scanned copies of the required documents. There is also a fee structure that differentiates between Registered Engineers and Professional Engineers. In some cases, the fee structure is waived.
The PEC’s professional examination is conducted twice a year in June and December. This exam can be taken only if you have a degree from a recognized university. The registration fee is required from engineers working as engineering technologist (mechanical). The PEC’s Act also requires contractors to register with the organization. Once registered, you can work on projects and perform engineering work in Pakistan.
To become a Registered Engineer, one must have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited institution and two years of professional service in the relevant field. In addition, one must have completed a four-year civil engineering degree program that was approved by HEC, the Board of Technical Education, or PEC. After graduation, one must have at least three years of experience in the field.
CPD mandatory for Professional Engineers
If you are a Professional Engineer, you should record CPD activities regularly. There are different types of CPD activities. Some of these activities are voluntary, while others may be paid. In order to satisfy the requirement of CPD, you must conduct activities outside of the scope of your regular job. The activities must enhance your engineering competence.
The Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) has a task force to examine mandatory CPD programs for its members. The group will report its findings at the end of the year. The task force is chaired by Annette Bergeron. The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) has been lobbying PEO for mandatory CPD for years. A lengthy report was published in June 2013 recommending that mandatory CPD be introduced for engineers.
Professional engineers are required to report at least 30 hours of CPD activities every three years. The provinces also have different regulations on the amount of hours to report. The Alberta association requires all members to report their CPD activities; the Saskatchewan association requires CPD reports only if they are requested. The New Brunswick association, on the other hand, requires CPD reports from engineers only when they are requested.
CPD can take many forms. For example, a CPD activity may include lectures, workshops, or site visits. It can also include informal learning, mentoring, and voluntary work. CPD is intended to improve members’ technical knowledge. The Engineering Council CPD policy statement outlines the benefits of CPD and the support members can expect from the organisation.
Other ways to continue your education include taking online courses or attending live conferences. A good way to find these online courses is to register for MyNCEES. This service is free for NCEES members. You should remember that not all courses are approved by TBPELS. Further, the courses you take should be related to your field.
Continuing professional education is a vital part of an engineer’s career. It keeps technical skills sharp and refreshes their knowledge of industry and international standards. It also helps enhance their competence, which in turn improves public safety. The Board is promoting the importance of continuing education for engineers in society.
The Professional Engineers Act, or PEO, governs the activities of engineers. It defines their roles as engineers and lists other objectives. These objectives include standards for knowledge, professional ethics, practice, and qualification. The PEO is also responsible for promoting public awareness about the profession and its role in society. Therefore, a PEO’s Government Liaison Program must focus on these objectives. It is vital that a PEO has a close relationship with the Ministry of Attorney General, Deputy Attorney General, or Parliamentary Assistant to the Attorney General.
In addition to earning PDH credits, engineers should participate in continuing education. The courses they take must be technical in nature and relevant to their professional work. They should be prepared by experts in the relevant field. Many state boards also accept courses on state law or ethics. During continuing education, engineers earn professional development hours for every hour spent on education-related activities. This is important because every profession requires continuous skill development and maintenance.
Political influence on Pakistan Engineering Council PEC
The PEC has faced controversy over its lack of political independence and is prone to political interference. Initially, government nominations dominated the Executive Committee, which was later replaced by elections among registered engineers. This government involvement remained in place for most of the PEC’s existence. Despite this, registered engineers have been equally responsible for the political influence on the PEC. In addition, large consulting firms were involved in the election process for many years.
In an attempt to address such issues, the PEC and ABAD have signed an MoU. The two institutions will cooperate in several projects, including promotion of final year industrial design projects, and commercialization of student-created ideas. Additionally, the organizations will work to promote green building culture in Pakistan.
The agreement is considered to be a significant step forward for Pakistani engineers, especially given the current political situation. However, before major projects can begin, political conditions and the economy must stabilize. As engineers, we have a responsibility to work together to improve the present and the future of Pakistan.
The PEC Act defines the engineering profession and is a fundamental right under Article 27 of the Constitution. Further, under Article 18 and 14 of the Constitution, engineering organizations have the right to protect the integrity of the profession. Therefore, the PEC is a vital part of the engineering profession in the country.
The Pakistan Engineering Council has become a prominent voice in the engineering profession in Pakistan. It has become the bridge between government and industry and education. It is part of the IEEE, a global body that encourages the engineering community to innovate. It also publishes technology standards and conducts professional and educational activities. As a result, it is considered a reliable source of engineering information.
A recent decision by the Higher Education Commission to recognize diploma in technology as equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in engineering has caused controversy. In a nutshell, this decision, which was reached by consensus among eight vice chancellors, the chairperson of the VCs committee, and representatives of the PEC, violated a Supreme Court ruling.
In response to this situation, the petitioners of the PEC are seeking the constitution’s protection. They argue that the PEC should not be politically influenced, and political figures should not contest elections. Furthermore, they argue that it is the government’s governance structure that prevents Pakistan from solving problems.
