COUNCIL OF REGISTERED

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
OF MAURITIUS

ASSESSMENT SHEETS IN USE FOR INTERVIEWS FOR

REGISTRATION STAGE 1 AND REGISTRATION STAGE 2

21 January 2008
ASSESSMENT SHEET FOR
REGISTRATION STAGE 1
 COUNCIL OF REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS

REGISTRATION STAGE 1

REGISTRATION: Stage 1 (Eligibility for Registration) *1

Applicable when candidates hold qualifications which have not been accredited by a CRPE recognised or approved body, or when
Council decides that this process be applied to ascertain if the qualifications satisfy Section 13.2.b(ii) of the CRPE Act.

Note *1: This Format has been produced for convenience of Assessors. Councils Standard for Professional Engineering Competence
contains the complete Standard.

Summary of Applicants Qualifications (Knowledge and Ability for Undertaking Engineering Practice)

Date Place of Assessment

Applicants Name

Engineering Qualifications

Specialisation (if any)

Section A: Assessors Declaration

We, the undersigned, declare that to the best of our knowledge we have no professional or other relationship with the Applicant of a
nature likely to be or be construed to be a conflict of interest in the present Assessment. We declare hereunder our interests, which
dictate against our participation in this assessment.

Assessors Names State if applicant is related, Signature

subordinate, customer, etc , or
<none>

Section B: Applicants Qualifications

(Opinion based on based on Scrutiny of Documents on Record)
Councils Note: Sections B1, B2 and B3 are to be completed, after assessment, if the Assessment Panel finds Applicants Standard to be lower
than necessary for the issue of an Eligibility (to Registration) Certificate.

Assessors Opinion (based on Documents) Affix Initials

B1 Its standard conforms to Councils Standard for an Approved Degree
B2 Information is insufficient for expressing a fair opinion as to whether it satisfies Section 13.2.b(ii) of the
Act
B3 Its Overall standard falls short of Approved Standard in the following respects:
(i)
(ii)

(iii)

B4 Performance at HSC-GCEALevel- Bac [good/satisfactory or other] *2

B5 Performance at Engineering Exams [First/Second or other] *3
Note *2: other: Under B4 (if applicable) enter no evidence or weak
Note *3: other: Under B5 (if applicable) enter pass, unclassified or weak

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Section C: Assessment based on Interview of Applicant
Applicant was interviewed towards determining his/her academic standard, compared to that of a graduate from an approved course in
engineering for the purposes of Section 13.2.b(ii) of the Act. We have found Applicants performance in specific areas to be as follows:

C.1 Applicants Theoretical Knowledge, Understanding and Ability

1A. Applicants Knowledge of Mathematics, Science, Technology, and Engineering Principles; and
1B. Applicants ability to apply that knowledge to optimise existing and emerging technologies in their own area of practice:

Area Checked? Finding**

(Item 1A2 is mandatory) Yes/No U A S
*4
1A1 Mathematics and Applied Science
Application of Scientific and engineering principles in design within Applicants
1A2
discipline.

1B1 Assessment of users needs, formulating marketing strategies, etc.

1B2 Theoretical approach to new technology, quality improvement and innovation

Note *4: Include 1A1 and 1A2 in assessment if performance at B4 and B5 is other. Applicant must demonstrate being comfortable with
his/her theoretical knowledge, and of its application in the chosen field of engineering.
** : U Unsatisfactory; A Average; S Satisfactory.
An applicant with a majority of U will need to re-apply.

C.2. Application of Applicants theoretical knowledge in specific areas

2A. Analysis and Solving of engineering problems

Area *5 Finding
Test any one
(Assess applicant under any one item) U A S
Understanding functions and design of engineering systems, structures, equipment,
2A1
components, etc.

Investigating departures from designed performance: failure, unreliability, instability;

2A2
Identifying contributory causes/sources - solutions.

Appraising and reviewing engineering design; enhancing economic efficiency,

2A3
operational performance; capacity and productivity.

Note *5: Expertise is not an absolute requirement. Applicant should demonstrate sufficient theoretical knowledge to discuss relevant issues
and attempt tasks.

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2B. Applicants ability apply theoretical knowledge to design a system, component or processes, to meet a specified needs (purpose
and performance), i.e. producing a viable design within the scope of a design brief.

Area *6 Test any one Finding

(Mandatory - any one item from 2B1 to 2B4) main item U A S

Interpreting design brief:

2B1 task required and applicable criteria
identifying parameters influencing design
alternative design schemes

Selecting a particular technical solution and other criteria influencing use and
2B2
marketing of the end product.

2B3 Problems likely to arise during design, and envisaging solutions to these eventualities.

Understanding design methodologies: application of knowledge to design solutions to

2B4
unfamiliar problems, possibly involving other disciplines.

Checking a design produced from using proprietary software against design by

2B5
conventional method.

2B

Note 6: Applicant must be able to design or explain how to design at least one elementary component or element of a system or process under 2B1, discuss
any other issue from 2B2 to2B5 with confidence.

2C. Applicants ability to conduct investigations of technical issues consistent with his/her level of knowledge and understanding, and
ability to design and conduct experiments, analyse and interpret data towards designing and developing an engineering solution

Area *7 Finding
Test any one
(Assess Applicant under any one item) U A S

2C1 Explaining observed performance; Formulating a hypothesis involving significant

dependent and independent parameters influencing for the result.

Testing the hypothesis: defining tasks to be carried out; scientific and engineering
2C2
principles involved; identifying parameters likely to influence the value of experiment

Conducting the experiment: recording and evaluating and presenting data; analyse,
2C3
interpret, explain results, and draw conclusions, justify design.

2C

Note *7: Applicant not responding satisfactorily under Section 2A or 2B may be given an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and
ability under this Section.

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C.3 Management and Leadership Skills

3A Applicants knowledge and understanding of, and ability to use, the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools, including
management practices and procedures, necessary for engineering practice.

Area *8 Finding
Test any one
(Assess any one and discuss any other) U A S

3A1 Project Management tools; techniques (e.g., Gant Chart, PERT/CPM,

mathematical modelling, computer simulation); and their applications.

Basic Financial Statements (Balance Sheet), Cashflows and budgets;

3A2
identifying elements affecting profitability.

Ability to carrryout Project Appraisal and costing using discounted cash-flow

3A3
techniques-NPV, IRR

3A4 Assessment of service quality and performance; methods and procedures.

Project Management; Programming and control of resources; decision

3A5
processes (use of statistics, uncertainty, probability, curve fitting)

3A

Note *8: Applicant must be able to attempt a project appraisal.

3B. Applicant's ability to see through the operation of supply and execution of engineering contracts.

Area * 9 Finding
(Assess Applicant under any one item) Test any one
U A S
3B1 Procurement: Procedures, Specifications, Conditions of Contract for Engineering
works.
Contract pricing; safeguarding against market trends influencing cost; raw materials,
3B2
labour, manufacturing processes, taxes, etc;

3B3 Monitor/control activities and events influencing costs and profitability of business.

3B4 Ability to Produce Design brief; procurement of design and construction services;

3B5 Production techniques (manufacture, assembly, etc), material testing procedures, etc.

Risks management and assessment in project management and business; Limitations

3B6
of Risks assessment and management techniques.

3B

Note *9: Applicant must be knowledgeable about contract execution. Working knowledge should be demonstrated on at least one of the
issues.

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C.4. Engineer's Responsibility for the Environment, Health, and Safety.

4A Applicant to demonstrate that he/she has knowledge of the impact of engineering design on quality of environment, health and
safety, and quality of life, and,
4B Applicant is able to recognise and assess risks to quality of life, and, consequently, to design and implement measures and
safeguards to enhance quality of environment and life, and ensure sustainability.

Area *10 Finding

Test any one
U A S

4A1 Awareness of common environmental threats, including from pollution, to quality of

environment and life; applicable control procedures and safeguards.

Legislation (relevant to their practice) governing quality of environment, safety, health,

4A2 and welfare of society, and its influence on the design process and solutions
implemented.

Awareness of Environmental and sustainability issues linked to project implementation

4B1
methods, procedures, and material choice.

Impact of Design and operation on energy consumption and emission of greenhouse

4B2
gases. Effects and constraints of impact assessment on design.

Recognise, monitor assess, and prioritise risks to the quality of environment in own
4B3
area of practice, as well as hazards to safety, welfare and health.

Note *10: Applicant must demonstrate his/her awareness of environmental and sustainability related issues.

C.5. Interpersonal Skills and Communications *11

5A Applicant to have awareness of need for developing and enhancing his/her ability to interact with individuals and groups, including
peers, subordinates, clients, administrators, policy makers and the public:

Assessors to ascertain that

5A1 Applicant demonstrates a good command of Language and writing skills; is knowledgeable of techniques, skills,
and modern engineering tools, (Auto-Cad or similar package, Spreadsheets, Word processing, graphics and
communication), etc., for improving productivity and efficiency.
5A2 Applicant should be aware of Management information systems and intellectual property rights issues.
5A3 Applicant should display Leadership skills and ability to handle meetings; etc.

Note *11: Applicant may not be penalised at this stage, but should be told that these issues will carry greater weight at Stage 2 of
Registration.

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C.6. Recognition of Need for Broad Education, Recognition of Limits of Professional Competence, Values and Ethics in Professional
Practice, and Commitment to Life-Long learning.

Assessors to ascertain that Applicant

6.1 has had a broad education in engineering and allied fields, as may be necessary, for optimum performance in
the course of his/her professional practice, and that he/she has ability to recognise limits of personal
knowledge and skills, while exercising independent judgement;
6.2 demonstrates a commitment to a high ethical standard, sense of values, and responsibility in professional
practice;
6.3 has a commitment and ability to engage in a process of life long learning;
6.4 has a knowledge of contemporary issues.

Section D: Summary and Conclusion

The undersigned Registered Professional Engineers, after undertaking an assessment by Interview of the Applicant, as
illustrated above, are satisfied that the Applicant:
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1 has successfully demonstrated that he/she has the knowledge, understanding and ability in
engineering expected of a graduate in engineering from an approved programme of studies for
eventual registration under Section 13.2.b(ii) of the Act.

2 has failed to demonstrate that he/she has the knowledge, understanding and ability in
engineering expected of a graduate in engineering from an approved programme of studies in
engineering.

We recommend Applicant be re-interviewed in . Months.

(i) Members signature:[ ] Name:

(ii) Members signature:[ ] Name:

(iii) Members signature:[ ] Name:

Tabled at Council Meeting held on APPROVED / NOT APPROVED

Further Action:

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ASSESSMENT SHEET FOR
REGISTRATION STAGE 2
 COUNCIL OF REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS

REGISTRATION STAGE 2

REGISTRATION: Stage 2 (Professional Review for Registration)

Applicable to all except persons registered as Chartered Engineer with Engineering Council (UK), or holding professional status
considered equivalent to Chartered Engineer by Council and approved as a body satisfying Section 13.2.b.(I). of the Act.
Note *1: This Format has been produced for convenience of Assessors. Councils Standard for Professional Engineering Competence
contains the complete Standard.

Assessment of Professional Engineering Competence

Date Place of Assessment

Applicants Name

Engineering Qualifications

Specialisation (if any)

Aggregate period of training and

work experience

Section A: Assessors Declaration

We, the undersigned, declare that to the best of our knowledge we have no professional or other relationship with the
Applicant of a nature likely to be or be construed to be a conflict of interest in the present Assessment. We declare
hereunder our interests, which dictate against our participation in this assessment.

Assessors Names State if applicant is related, Signature

subordinate, customer, etc , or
<none>

SECTION B: Applicants Report

We are of the view that the Applicants Report (delete whichever of the statement below is not applicable)
(i) complies with Councils Guidelines and Format or
(ii) does not comply with Councils Guidelines. Applicant has been advised to improve as follows:

(iii) The interview has been suspended / postponed pending submission of an improved or supplementary Report.

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SECTION C: Outcome of Assessment of Applicants Experience

(based on Applicants Responses on issues arising out of Applicants Training)

Applicant was interviewed towards determining if his/her knowledge, understanding, and ability, satisfied Councils
Professional Engineering Competence Standard for the purposes of registration under Section 13.2.b(ii) of the Act.
Applicants Professional Engineering Competence is as set out in this Assessment Report:

C1 Applicants Theoretical Knowledge, Understanding, and Ability

Applicants ability to apply that knowledge to optimisation of existing and emerging technologies in their own area of
practice.

Area Tick tested item Finding**

(Assess applicant under Item 1A1 and any other) U A S
*2
Applications of Materials (properties and processes) in Applicants area of
1A1
practice.
Application of Scientific and engineering principles in innovative and creative
1A2
activities in Applicants discipline.
Assessment of users needs; formulating marketing strategies, identifying
1A3 constraints, exploiting opportunities. Theoretical approach to new technology,
quality improvement and innovation.

1A4

Note2: Applicant, who has completed at least 2 years training, MUST demonstrate knowledge and ability beyond just awareness.
** : U Unsatisfactory; A Average; S Satisfactory.
An applicant with a majority of U will need to re-apply. An Applicant with a U in a mandatory item will need to re-apply

C.2 Application of theoretical knowledge to Engineering Solutions, Design and Research [ at least 40 weeks over 2A, 2B and 2C]

2A. Analysis and Solving of Engineering Problems. [Minimum 15 weeks]

Tick tested item Finding

Area *3
(Assess at least one item from 2A1 to 2A4) U A S

Appraising and reviewing engineering design; enhancing efficiency,

2A1
performance, capacity and productivity.

Use of theoretical knowledge (mathematical analysis and modelling, etc) to

2A2
analyse the design of engineering products, processes and methods, etc.

Investigating engineering problems, incl. departures from designed

2A3 performance: failure, unreliability, instability; Identifying contributory
causes/sources - solutions.

Recognise an engineering problem as an opportunity for innovation and

2A4
improvement.

2A5

Note3: Expertise is not an absolute requirement. Applicant should be conversant with the design of some specific engineering system,
product or component in his own area.

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2B. Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to engineering design (to meet specific needs: purpose and performance). [Minimum 15
weeks]
Area *4 Tick tested item Finding
(MANDATORY At least one item from 2B1 to 2B4) U A S

From a design brief to design:

2B1 task required and applicable criteria
identifying parameters influencing design
alternative design schemes

Analysing and Selecting a particular technical solution and other criteria influencing
2B2
use and marketing of the end product.

Problems likely to arise during design, and envisaging solutions to these eventualities.
2B3
Making an engineering judgment under uncertainty.

Understanding design methodologies: application of knowledge to design solutions to

2B4
unfamiliar problems, possibly involving other disciplines.

Checking a design produced from using proprietary software against design by

2B5
conventional method.

2B6

Note4: Applicant must have undertaken or reviewed some design, be it minor AND under supervision, and must be able to discuss the
influence of controllable and uncontrollable parameters on the performance of the designed objective or product.

2C. Ability to conduct investigations of technical issues consistent with applicants level of knowledge and understanding, and ability
to design and conduct experiments, analyse and interpret data towards designing and developing an engineering solution [15 weeks
equivalent]

Tick tested item Finding

Area *5
(Assess Applicant under any one item) U A S

2C1 Explaining observed performance; Formulating a hypothesis involving significant

dependent and independent parameters influencing for the result.

Testing a hypothesis accounting for a departure from expected performance (viz 2C1):
2C2 - defining tasks to be carried out; scientific and engineering principles involved;
identifying parameters likely to influence the value/outcome of the experiment

Conducting an experiment (as in 2C2) - recording and evaluating and presenting data;
2C3 analyse, interpret, explain results, and draw conclusions. Discuss possible design
review or justify design.

2C4

Note5: Applicants with limited experience under either 2A or 2B may be offered opportunity to demonstrate their ability under this part of
Assessment.

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C.3 Management and Leadership Skills [at least 40 weeks]

3A Knowledge and understanding of, and ability to use, the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools, including management
practices and procedures, necessary for engineering practice.

Area *6 Tick tested item Finding

(Assess Applicant under any one item) U A S
Project Management tools and techniques: software applications, Gant Chart,
3A1
PERT/CPM, mathematical modelling, computer simulation, and their
applications.

Project Management; Programming and control of resources; decision

3A2
processes (use of statistics, uncertainty, probability, curve fitting)

Basic Financial Statements (Balance Sheet), Cashflows and budgets;

3A3
identifying elements affecting profitability.
Ability to carry out Project Appraisal and costing using discounted cash-
3A4
flowtechniques-NPV, IRR

3A5 Assessment of service quality and performance; methods and procedures.

3A6

Note 6: Applicant must display working knowledge of project appraisal.

3B. Ability to see through the operation of supply and execution of a contract.

Area * 7 Tick tested item Finding

(Assess Applicant under any one item)
U A S
3B1 Procurement: Procedures, Specifications, Conditions of Contract for Engineering
works.
Contract pricing; safeguarding against market trends influencing cost; raw materials,
3B2
labour, manufacturing processes, taxes, etc;

3B3 Monitor/control activities and events influencing costs and profitability of business.

3B4 Ability to Produce Design brief; procurement of design and construction services;

3B5 Production techniques - (manufacture, assembly, etc), material testing procedures, etc.

Risks management and assessment in project management and business; Limitations

3B6
of Risks assessment and management techniques.

3B

Note 7: Applicant must be knowledgeable about contract execution. Working knowledge should be demonstrated on at least one of the issues.

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C.4. Engineer's Responsibility for Environment, Health, and Safety [involvement over at least 10 weeks]

4A Applicant to demonstrate that he/she has knowledge of the impact of engineering design on quality of environment, health and
safety, and quality of life, and,
4B Applicant is able to recognise and assess risks to quality of life, and, consequently, to design and implement measures and
safeguards to enhance quality of environment and life, and ensure sustainability.

Area *8 Tick tested item Finding

(Assess Applicant under any one item) U A S

4A1 Common environmental threats to quality of environment and life;applicable control

procedures and safeguards.

Legislation (relevant to applicants practice) governing quality of environment, safety,

4A2
health, and welfare of society; - influence on design process and solutions.

Awareness of Environmental and sustainability issues affecting implementation

4B1
methods, procedures, and material choice.

Impact of Design and operation on energy consumption and emission of greenhouse

4B2
gases. Effects and constraintsof impact assessment on design.

Recognise, monitor,assess, and prioritise risks to the quality of environment in own

4B3
area of practice, as well as hazards to safety, welfare and health.

4B4

Note 8: Applicant must demonstrate his/her awareness of environmental and sustainability related issues encountered in his practice.

C.5 Interpersonal Skills and Communications [Equivalent 5 weeks]

5A Applicant to have awareness of need for developing and enhancing his/her ability to interact with individuals and groups,
including peers, subordinates, clients, administrators, policy makers and the public:
Note: Interviewers should expect knowledgeable responses from Applicants with at least 2 years practice / training.

Area *8 Tick tested item Finding

(MANDATORY: Item 5A1 and 5A3) U A S
Applicant demonstrates a good command of Language and writing skills; is
5A1 knowledgeable of techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools, (Auto-Cad or
similar package, Spreadsheets, Word processing, graphics and communication), etc.,
for improving productivity and efficiency.

Applicant should be aware of Management information systems and intellectual

5A2
property rights issues

5A3 Applicant should display Leadership skills and ability to handle meetings; etc.

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C.6 Recognition of Need for Broad Education, Recognition of Limits of Professional Competence, Values and Ethics in Professional
Practice, and Commitment to Life - Long learning. [Equivalent 5 weeks]

Area *8 Tick tested item Finding

(REQUIRED : All Items) U A S
6.1 a broad education in engineering and allied fields, as may be necessary, for optimum
performance in the course of his/her professional practice,

ability to recognise limits of personal knowledge and skills, while exercising

6.2
independent judgement;

a commitment to a high ethical standard, responsibility in professional practice, and

6.3
commitment and ability to engage in a process of life long learning;

6.4 a knowledge of contemporary issues.

SECTION D: Summary and Conclusion

The undersigned Registered Professional Engineers, after undertaking an assessment of Applicants Professional Engineering
Competence, as evidenced by his Technical Report and his Responses to queries related thereto, and stated in this
Assessment form, are satisfied that the Applicant:

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has successfully demonstrated that he/she satisfies Councils requirements for

1
Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer under Section 13.2.b(ii) of the Act.

2 has failed to demonstrate that he/she satisfies Councils requirements for

Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer under Section 13.2.b.(ii) of the Act.
Applicant lacks competence in

We recommend a fresh interview after [ ] Months, or

(i) Panel Members Name: Signature:

(ii) Panel Members Name: Signature:

(iii) Panel Members Name: Signature:

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