MCL – Research
| HKIE Competence Requirements | Relevant Mechanical Engineering Research Experiences |
|---|---|
| Area #1 – Applying Mechanical Engineering Knowledge (C1, C2, C11) | |
| C1. Comprehend and apply knowledge of accepted principles underpinning good practice for professional engineering | Apply mechanical engineering principles such as solid mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, vibration, control, and materials science to design, implement, operate, and maintain research projects. |
| C2. Comprehend and apply knowledge of accepted principles specific to Hong Kong | Understand statutory requirements, local codes of practice, standards, and regulations relevant to system operation and maintenance in Hong Kong. |
| C11. Maintain currency of professional engineering knowledge and skills | Participate in CPD activities, seminars, and technical training to stay updated with engineering advancements and research methodologies. |
| Area #2 – Developing Technical Solutions (C3, C4) | |
| C3. Define, investigate and resolve complex engineering problems | Investigate and resolve complex mechanical engineering problems related to system operation and thermal mechanisms; supervise development and implementation in research projects. |
| C4. Design or develop solutions to engineering problems | Design solutions considering health, safety, environmental, and cost factors; implement systems that meet research objectives and constraints. |
| Area #3 – Managing Engineering Work (C5, C6, C7, C12) | |
| C5. Be responsible for making decisions on part or all of one or more complex engineering activities | Manage systems and resources for research projects; oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of engineering tasks. |
| C6. Manage part or all of one or more complex engineering activities | Supervise installation and quality control of research systems; resolve issues during implementation and ensure compliance with standards. |
| C7. Identify, assess and manage engineering risk | Conduct risk assessments for installation, maintenance, and operation of research systems; implement mitigation strategies. |
| C12. Exercise sound professional engineering judgement | Make informed decisions in research activities involving technical, manpower, financial, safety, and environmental considerations. |
| Area #4 – Upkeeping Professional Acumen (C8, C9, C10) | |
| C8. Conduct engineering activities to an ethical standard prescribed by the HKIE | Understand and uphold HKIE ethical standards in all research activities; demonstrate integrity and professionalism. |
| C9. Recognise the reasonably foreseeable social, cultural, health, safety, sustainability and environmental effects | Address social, cultural, and environmental impacts of research projects; incorporate sustainability and safety considerations. |
| C10. Communicate clearly with other engineers and stakeholders | Communicate effectively with students, technicians, engineers, and professors; understand the broader context of research execution and collaborate across disciplines. |
Exemplar on Training and Experience Report
Background
- Periods of Training and Experience
- Chronological order, giving inclusive dates in months and years
- As details of duties can be found in application form, they may not be repeated in this report.
Professional Experiences
- State the Applicant’s precise positions have occupied in each case and describe clearly the degree of the Applicant’s responsibility assigned; use the first person (I, me, my) to show Applicant’s personal contribution;
- Indicate the size and cost of the works; keep in about 3 – 4 projects or works demonstrating all competences;
- Elaborate on any particular problems encountered and how the Applicant arrived at viable solutions with consideration of options or alternatives;
- Provide evidence to demonstrate the competences (At most four relevant competences should be quoted at a time)
- Provide evidence or examples of recent work to support their claim of attaining professional status, such as reports, plans, calculations, photographs, etc. as appropriate