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Previous Events  04/07/2019  Lean Construction: Cost Avoidance and Margin Increase Lean Construction Ireland (LCI) Event Time: 17:45 - 20:30 Speakers: Opening & Welcome: Dr. Joe Harrington(CIT) / Aidan Mangan(CIF) Easier, Better, Faster, and Fun – Applied Lean Construction: (Felipe Engineer-Manriquez, McCarthy Building Companies, USA) Q&A: Cian Roche(SISK), Jason Collins(CIT) Villego® Last Planner Training: Maria Ryan (Crystal Lean Solutions) Conclusions and Next Steps: Jason Casey (LCI) Book Online using this Eventbrite address(Copy & paste into web browser): https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/lean-construction-ireland-regional-engagement-seminar-tickets-62568406789 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  28/06/2019  Annual Summer Table Quiz in aid of Edel House TIME: Friday 28th June @ 7:00pm (Please arrive at 6:45pm to facilitate a timely kick-off) CONTRIBUTION: €10 per person (maximum 4 per table) BOOKING: Booking not essential. However, to guarantee a place, please prebook by emailing YES@engineersirelandcoork.ie) ABOUT: All proceeds from the event will be donated to Edel House – Good Shepard Cork. Edel House provides emergency accommodation for homeless women and children. In addition to providing emergency shelter, their staff work with women, empowering them to return to independent living as soon as possible. Location: An Spailpín Fánach Click here for more information  06/06/2019  YES - Site Visit to Navigation Square Development Time: Thursday 6th June @ 4.30pm sharp About: O Callaghan Properties and contractor BAM have kindly offered Cork Young Engineers Society a tour of the exciting new Navigation Square development. Participants will be given a walk over of the site and a tour of the new LEED certified building. **Note: Attendees must bring their own PPE including safety boots, hard hat, hi-viz jacket/vest, safety glasses and gloves. Booking: Places are limited so advance booking is essential. Book your place via the following Eventbrite link: https://YES_navigation_square.eventbrite.ie Enquiries: e-mail YES@engineersirelandcork.ie or call/text 086 4547567. Location: Navigation Square, Albert Quay, Cork Click here for more information  06/06/2019  YES - Annual General Meeting Time: Thursday 6th June @ 6.30pm About: After the Navigation Square site visit, we will be having our AGM in the nearby Goldberg’s Bar to review the past year’s events, elect the society’s officers for the coming year and make plans for the year ahead. Afterwards, attendees can network and socialise over finger food and a few beverages. We are always keen to see new people getting involved with YES and this is the perfect opportunity to get to know us. Booking: Booking not necessary for AGM, all EI members are welcome Enquiries: e-mail YES@engineersirelandcork.ie or call/text 086 4547567. Location: Goldbergs bar Cork Click here for more information  30/04/2019  Cork Region Annual General Meeting The Engineers Ireland Cork Region Annual General Meeting will be held at 7:00 PM on Tuesday 30th April 2019 at the Rochestown Park Hotel. The AGM will comprise of a review of the year and the election of the 2019-2020 committee. All members in the Cork Region are invited to attend and are encouraged to get involved with their professional institution. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  18/04/2019  Guidance on Significant Modifications under the COMAH Regulations Joint Engineers Ireland, IChemE and ISA Speaker: Pat Conneely, Head of COMAH, Chemical Production & Storage Unit About this Event: Under the COMAH Regulations, modifications to notified facilities, processes or inventories require an assessment to determine whether there could be significant consequences for major accident hazards. COMAH documentation, including the Safety Report, may have to be amended before modification and sent to the Health & Safety Authority well in advance. The HSA has produced a detailed guidance document to explain and guide operators through the process. The guidance sets out the criteria the HSA uses in deciding to allow a modification to proceed (or not) or in referring it to a planning authority. We would like to provide our members with an overview of the guidance and to assist them in determining what they should do when considering a 'significant modification'. Time: 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) To register your interest in attending please Copy & Paste this link into your web browser: http://ievents.icheme.org/booking/Default.aspx?evnt=1247 ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Cork Click here for more information  16/04/2019  Conferring of Titles & Presidential Address This event is a highlight of the Cork Region calendar. The agenda for the evening is as follows: • Conferring of the titles of Associate Engineers, Chartered Engineer and Fellow on members from the Cork Region • Awards Ceremony at which presentations will be made to the top graduates from CIT and UCC Engineering Degree classes of 2018 • Presentation to Chemical & Process Division competition winners for best undergraduate article published in the Engineers Journal • Presidential Address by the President of Engineers Ireland, Peter Quinn entitled :- A Blueprint for Housing - Plans for Growth. • Reception In his Presidential address Peter will discuss the current housing crisis in Ireland, focusing on the principal contributing factors, the key stakeholders and the role that engineers can play in alleviating the problem. Geographic factors, infrastructure requirements and predicted population growth will also be explored in this most topical of presentations. This event will offer members and their guests an opportunity to celebrate the achievement of Cork Engineers, network and meet with the President. Time 20:00 ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  28/03/2019  Advances in Biopharmaceutical Practices IChemE and Engineers Ireland Joint Event Speakers: Adam Hawthorn PM-Group Kevin Gibson PM-Group Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) About this Event.. Over the past 40 years Biopharmaceutical Operations and Processes have seen a number of innovations changing the very shape and functionality of facilities. To benefit from these changes, it is prescient to share best practice and approaches across the sector. Some of the key areas of innovation include both Buffer Preparation and Single Use Technology deployment. This presentation will give a view of the current thinking from international forums such as BioPhorum and ISPE given by practitioners implementing them. Single Use technology has been a game changer in facility operation and design. Getting the right operational approach and matching that with standard approaches is a key design skill. We will take an opportunity to look back on the technologies beginnings; practice in existing and future facilities, with a review to the latest industry guidance from ISPE. Buffer Preparation is a key focus area for BioPhorum. The presentation addresses this industry challenge, providing an update on their developments. It includes a significant collaboration taking place between an innovation hub and BioPhorum whereby a prototype Buffer Stock Blending Skid is being developed. The aim is to democratise this technology using an “open source” prototype. Through testing carried out as part of the collaboration, it is expected to demonstrate the benefits of this approach, and drive adoption as an industry standard practice ALL WELCOME Please Register using the following Link (Copy & Paste into web browser): http://ievents.icheme.org/booking/Default.aspx?evnt=1236 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  26/03/2019  Evolution of Submarine Cable, Network Design and Transmission Technologies Joint IET and Engineers Ireland Event Speaker: Derek Cassidy Time: 19:00 About this Event: The submarine cable, first envisaged in the early 1830s was not feasible until the development of a proper insulation system, Gutta Perha, developed in Dublin, enabled the development of the submarine cable used in the early years of telegraph transmission. Soon cable design started to change and this was met with the development of new transmission technologies and Network Design. These leaps in developmental change are discussed along with the development in transmission technology. The submarine cable, first envisaged in the early 1830s was not feasible until the development of a proper insulation system, Gutta Perha, developed in Dublin, enabled the development of the submarine cable used in the early years of telegraph transmission. Soon cable design started to change and this was met with the development of new transmission technologies and Network Design. These leaps in developmental change are discussed along with the development in transmission technology. Derek Cassidy is a member of the Engineers Ireland, Past-Chair of the Institute of Engineering and Technology and Chairman of the Irish Communication Research Group. is researching the history of communication in Ireland and is also a Part-Time PhD student in UCD. He works full time as an Engineer within a national Communications Company and has 21 years experience with Submarine Cable Operations. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  19/03/2019  LEAN Six Sigma, The Future DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED Location:  14/03/2019  Spatial Perception for Mobile Robots School of Engineering UCC and Engineers Ireland - Cork Region Speaker: Dr Stefan Leutenegger (Imperial College London) Time : 19:00 (Reception from 18:15) Abstract: Robustness and accuracy of real-time localisation and mapping systems have dramatically improved recently, thanks to advances in processing hardware and commoditisation of sensors such as RGB-D cameras and inertial measurement units. Stefan focuses on bringing together dense geometry and semantic, object-level scene understanding: the aim being to bridge the sense-AI-gap and empower the next generation of mobile robots that need to plan and execute complex tasks in potentially cluttered, and dynamic environments. Example applications to be shown include inspection and autonomous construction with drones. Dr. Stefan Leutenegger is a Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London. He leads the Smart Robotics Lab, SRL, and co-leads the Dyson Robotics Lab with Prof. Andrew Davison. FREE EVENT - ALL WELCOME Please Register using the Eventbrite link provided (copy & paste into Browser) https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/inaugural-liebherr-lecture-spatial-perception-for-mobile-robots-tickets-57718146530 Location: Boole Lecture Theatre 3, UCC Click here for more information  12/03/2019  CANCELLED--Saving lives with Drones ######################## NOTE - EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES ######################## EI (Cork Region) and IET Joint Lecture Time: 1900 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) About the event: A joint event with IET Ireland where Oisin McGrath will discuss the latest developments in Drone technology including how to fly correctly and within the law will be covered in this wide-reaching presentation. Oisin set up FlyRyte with Gearoid Ó Briain, a fellow entrepreneur and pilot in order to train the first generation of commercial drone pilots. This journey has developed into a mission to transform how aerial search and rescue is carried out. Working with the worlds largest commercial drone manufacturer and various first response groups internationally, the team members are working tirelessly to achieve their mission of reducing the risk for first responders and decreasing search time for missing persons. About the speaker: Oisin McGrath is the co-founder at FlyRyte Drone Academy and CEO of DroneSAR Search and Rescue. DroneSAR is building revolutionary software that transforms cheap commercial drones into advanced Search & Rescue platforms. Oisin has 16 years of military experience as a flight instructor with the Irish Air Corps and has a degree in aeronautical engineering from UL. Admission Free - all welcome! Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  09/03/2019  Haulbowline Island Remediation Project Lecture and Site Visit to recently completed East Tip Remediation Project. Speakers from Cork County Council, RPS and PJ Hegarty Time 11:00 (Tea & coffee from 10:30) Synopsis: Haulbowline Island was the location of Irelands only steelworks which operated on the Island between 1939 and 2001. Waste from the steel production process was deposited on the Spit Bank, a shallow sand spit extending eastwards from the Naval Dockyard, from the early 1960s. This area of reclaimed foreshore became known as the East Tip. In July 2011, following an ECJ Judgement against Ireland, Cork County Council was requested to progress the regularisation of the site by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine. The remediation of the East Tip was substantially completed in December 2018. Members of the Cork County Council, RPS and PJ Hegarty Project team will present an overview of how the engineering and environmental challenges presented by this unique site were overcome in a collaborative manner ensuring that this remediation project was successfully delivered at all stages from planning to construction completion. The lecture will also include an opportunity to walk the site and experience first-hand how this significant project has transformed an environmental legacy into a landmark public amenity for Cork Harbour. Booking: Admission is free. Numbers are limited and booking is required. Parking & Venue details will be issued to all registered attendees in advance. Secure your place by registering via Eventbrite at (copy & paste link into Browser): http://tinyurl.com/haulbowline-site-visit Booking Required Location: Haulbowline Island Click here for more information  05/03/2019  Design Considerations for Acoustic Solutions in Different Environments Speaker: Philip Mohan (Ventac) Synopsis: This lecture will discuss: - the properties of sound - airborne noise and structure borne noise - acoustic measurement options - acoustic materials and performance - acoustic design options and outcomes - case studies - legislative considerations Time: 7:00pm (Tea & coffee from 6:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  04/03/2019  Facilities Management - 4 of 4 - Ervia 10 year Journey to Facilities Management Success Joint event organised by EI Cork Region, MEETA, IAM & BIFM Time 19:00 (Tea & coffee from 18:30) Speaker: Dermot Walsh, Energy & Systems Support Manager at Ervia SYNOPSIS: Ervia is the commercial semi-state multi-utility company responsible for the delivery of Ireland’s national gas and water infrastructure and services. Over the past 10 years Ervia has developed an award winning Facilities Management Team, with the systems and process developed for supporting two national utilities in Gas Networks Ireland and Irish Water. The presentation will provide an insight into how the Ervia Facilities Management Dept. has transformed over the last number years, through significant organisational transformational change and adapted to meet the growing needs of the organisation and workplace. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  03/03/2019  Meet the Engineers - Free Family Fun Day ENGINEERS WEEK EVENT Time 11am - 4pm Activities include: * Robotics * Hook a Duck * Hands on Activities * Roman Re-enactments * … and much more..... ALL WELCOME - FREE EVENT Location: Lifetime Lab, Lee Road Waterworks, Cork Click here for more information  02/03/2019  ENGINEERS WEEK - Starts TODAY MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW Location: Cork Region  02/03/2019  Port of Cork Operational Tour DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED Location: Port of Cork  28/02/2019  Tour of Nimbus Research Centre The Nimbus Centre at Cork Institute of Technology was established in 2007 and focuses on Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Their research is applicable to energy, industry,the built environment and water systems. The tour will give an insight into their research and applications in Engineering. This would be of interest to those studying and working in engineering and the built environment. The YES Cork meeting for February will take place following this event, inside Nimbus Research Centre. Time : 18:45 FREE EVENT - ALL WELCOME Advance Registration required - see link below Location: Nimbus, CIT Click here for more information  27/02/2019  Environmental Impact Assessment: Recent Changes & Future Challenges Joint Engineers Ireland and IChemE Event Time: 18:30 (Tea & coffee from 18:00) Speaker: Brian Tiernan (PM Group) The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Directive 2014/52/EU (amending Directive 2011/92/EU) was finally transposed by Ireland in September 2018 but what has changed? Is there now more emphasis on screening and scoping rather than actual assessment? What competent specialists are required? Does it encourage more public participation? What do developers, project managers, engineers, planners, environmental consultants now have to be aware of? In his presentation Brian Tiernan will answer these questions and outline the recent changes and future challenges in EIA from a practitioners perspective. He will give a background to EIA and what it entails; provide a practical example from a recent EIA carried out for the process industry and outline what needs to be included for future projects. Location: Theatre IT3, Library Building, Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  26/02/2019  Near Zero Energy Buildings DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED Event date may be changed to 26th March - CHECK BACK HERE LATER Location:  26/02/2019  Historic Stone Work and Conservation Measures Speaker : Christian Helling, Gebel & Helling Conservation Synopsis: This lecture will discuss historic masonry such as: * dry-stone construction * lime-mortared masonry * cut stone It will also introduce conservation techniques for historic masonry and discuss dos and dont when conserving masonry. Time: 1900 (Tea & Coffee from 1830) ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  25/02/2019  Facilities Management 3 of 4 - Overview of ISO 41000 – FM Framework Joint event organised by EI Cork Region, MEETA, IAM & BIFM Time 19:00 (Tea & coffee from 18:30) Speaker: Conor Cooney Facility Management Lead Arup SYNOPSIS: In April 2018, the ISO published the ISO 41000 - Facility Management suite of standards with the purpose of assisting Facility Management teams to achieve more efficiency in how they operate. This new standard provides a framework, similar in structure to ISO 9001 (Quality), 14001 (Environmental) and 50001 (Energy). This presentation will provide an overview of this suite of standards including forthcoming standards which are already being progressed. It will highlight why FM’s should consider their implementation, the benefits and how these can be promoted within each organisation. It will also cross reference Workplace Strategies and how these are integrated. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  18/02/2019  Overview of ISO 41000 – Facilities Management Framework Joint event organised by EI Cork Region, MEETA, IAM & BIFM Details to be confirmed Location: TBC  12/02/2019  Flood Risk Management DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED Location:  11/02/2019  Outsourcing Maintenance Contracts Joint event organised by EI Cork Region, MEETA, IAM & BIFM Details to be confirmed Location: TBC  08/02/2019  Cork Region - Annual Dinner Time: 20:00 Dress : Black Tie Tickets: €75 per person To book your tickets for this Black Tie unaccompanied dinner please contact John Lapthorne (jlapthorne@eircom.net / 021-4871026) by 3pm on Friday 1st February 2019. All Welcome. Location: Maryborough House Hotel Lodge & Spa Click here for more information  06/02/2019  Scaling up crystallisations **JOINT ENGINEERS IRELAND & ICHEME EVENT** Speaker: Jason Murtagh (DPS Group) Jason Murtagh will provide an overview of crystallisation science. The effects of particle size and shape are reviewed. The various crystallisation processes and equipment are discussed as are the impact of process conditions. Crystallisation of biopharmaceuticals is reviewed. Two case studies involving industrial processes are described. Booking: Admission is free Contact: cilian.osuilleabhain@cit.ie Location: Theatre IT3, Library Building, Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  05/02/2019  Panelised and Modular Offsite Construction Speaker: James Young BEng (Hons) CEng MIEI (Director of Engineering Services - Evolusion Innovation) This presentation will outline the technical aspects of panelised and modular offsite construction methods that can be applied to projects in Ireland with a particular emphasis on panelised Light Gauge Steel and various modular methods of construction. The presentation will cover aspects such as application, structure, fire, thermal as well as other technical performance characteristics. Time: 7.00pm (Tea/Coffee from 6.30pm) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  04/02/2019  J&Js Facilities Management Transformation Joint event organised by EI Cork Region, MEETA, IAM & BIFM Details to be confirmed Location: TBC  02/02/2019  Haulbowline Island Remediation Project DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES THIS EVENT IS DEFERRED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED TO 9th MARCH Lecture & Site Visit Speaker - Dr Cormac O Suilleabhain (Cork County Council) Time: TBC MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW Location: TBC  31/01/2019  Wärtsilä, Marine Equipment Leader, from Bow to Propeller Event organised by IMarEST Time: 1930hrs (Tea & Coffee served from 19.15hr The presentation will cover an overview of various types of engines, propulsion, automation, navigation and some other issues. This presentation will be attended by a number of Wärtsilä representative who have vast experience in the manufacturing and supply area. This talk is a great opportunity for not only maritime professionals but for facility managers and operators who rely on emergency backup generators, to gain an insight into one of the industry leaders. Tonights talk is being facilitated by Martek an Irish Company who are Wartsilas representatives in Ireland (and some overseas countries) for certain sections of equipment. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Co Cork Click here for more information  30/01/2019  NEAP Software Workshops for BER Assessors The NEAP Software for Non Residential Buildings in the form of the Simplified Building Energy Model for Ireland (SBEMie) is available on the SEAI website. https://www.seai.ie/energy-in-business/ber-assessor-support/neap/ SEAI are hosting a series of workshops to guide Non Domestic BER Assessors and Design Team Members on the changes to the software and highlight key features within the software for achieving compliance with the regulations. Please note this will not be an SBEM training course. The workshop content will include the following: * Overview of Part L to set context: DHPLG * Key changes to SBEM & Future requirements: SEAI * Update to the Survey Guide/ Guidance Documents: SEAI Registration 12.00pm, light lunch will be provided If you are interested in attending, we would ask that you register by copying and pasting the following link into your web browser: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/neap-software-workshop-cork-tickets-53991138950 Location: Clayton Hotel Silver Springs, Cork  29/01/2019  Reinforced Concrete Design - Wind farm case study Speaker - TBC Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW Location: Rochestown Park Hote  22/01/2019  Domestic scale CHP Speaker - Kevin Fortune (Fingleton White Consulting Engineers) Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) In this presentation, Kevin Fortune will discuss: * the benefits of CHP (combined heat and power) * how CHP provides primary energy savings * reduces greenhouse gas emissions * supports intermittent renewables on the grid The presentation will describe the requirements to be met for a CHP project to qualify as High Efficiency CHP. The benefits of CHP will be discussed and how these can be achieved at a domestic dwelling level, giving some results from domestic CHP system tests, which are currently underway. The event webcast will commence 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. For more information on our webcasting service, email live@engineersireland.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hote Click here for more information  15/01/2019  Recent developments in Fire Engineering Speaker - Andrew Macilwraith (Cork County Fire & Building Control Dept) Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) This presentation will address the key aspects of fire safety legislation together with common on site problems/issues. An introduction to the core elements of fire safety design will also be presented, together with a view of innovative fire resisting construction. The lecture should be of interest to all those dealing with fire safety in both domestic and commercial projects. ALL WELCOME - FREE EVENT Location: Rochestown Park Hote Click here for more information  15/01/2019  Adiabatic Cooling / Prevention of Legionnaires Disease Time: 18:00-20:00 Speakers: Seamus Kerr (RSL Ireland Ltd) & Tom Bosmans (Baltimore Aircoil International BAC) Technical Seminar organised by ASHRAE (Ireland Chapter) Location: IT2, Berkeley Building, CIT, Cork Click here for more information  06/12/2018  Visit to the LE George Bernard Shaw TIME: from 6:00pm About the event: Officer Commanding the LE George Bernard Shaw, Lieutenant Commander Frank O Connor, has kindly offered to provide a tour of the newest offshore patrol vessel which has recently joined the Irish Naval Service to members of IMarEST Cork Branch and Engineers Ireland Cork region. Location: Access to the site will only be granted to those who have confirmed their attendance. The duration of the tour is estimated at two hours. The location of the ship will be notified to confirmed attendees prior to the visit. Admission: Admission is free but as the group size is limited to 20, booking via email to Daniel Manning is essential. How to reserve your place: As the group size is limited to 20, it is requested that members confirm their intention to avail of this tour as early as possible by contacting Daniel Manning djpmanning@hotmail.com no later than Monday 3rd December Location: To be confirmed, will be either Haulbowline Naval Base or Cobh  06/12/2018  Cork YES - Christmas Party About: To commence the festive season Cork Young Engineers Society are having their Christmas social night at the Rising Sons Bar and Brewery. To begin, attendees will be taken on a guided tour of the award-winning micro-brewery’s facilities and will learn all about the history of the brewery and about the beer making processes used. There will then be a guided beer tasting where you will have the opportunity to sample two of the craft beers brewed on site. This is also a perfect opportunity for engineering students and young practicing engineers to network with and get to know others in the engineering sector in an informal and fun social atmosphere. All are welcome to come along! Time: 6:45pm Cost: The tour and tasting session will cost €6 per person Booking: Places are limited. Please register in advance using this Evenbrite link (copy & paste into browser): https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/young-engineers-society-christmas-party-tickets-53105106804 Location: Rising Sons Brewery, Cornmarket Street, Cork. Click here for more information  04/12/2018  Exploring Tactical Urbanism and Improving Mode Share Topic: Sustainable Travel for Cork with perspectives from the UK Time: 7:00pm (Tea/Coffee from 6:30pm) Speakers: Kevin Burke (Jacobs) / Stephen Kock (UCC) Synopsis: The theme of the seminar is Sustainable Travel for Cork and perspectives from the UK. This is a joint seminar between Engineers Ireland Cork and the CIHT Republic of Ireland branch. Kevin Burke is a Principal Transport Planner with Jacobs. Kevin will discuss tactical urbanism in the London context drawing from his experience and his observations of bottom up solutions and running trial mitigation measures resulting in long term solutions to transport problems. Stephan Koch is the Commuter Plan Manager at UCC. Stephan will discuss integration of sustainable travel modes for seamless multi-modal travel. Booking: Admission is free. However as numbers are limited booking is required. To Register Copy & Paste this link into Web Browser: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/exploring-tactical-urbanism-and-improving-mode-share-tickets-52083288518 Location: Council Chambers, Cork City Hall Click here for more information  27/11/2018  Irish Water Technical Documents & Quality Assurance Speaker - Tadgh O Connor & Brian Quinn (Irish Water) Irish Water has published Technical Documents comprising Standard Details and Codes of Practice which provide guidance to developers on the Irish Water’s requirements for the provision of water supply and wastewater collection infrastructure within developments. This infrastructure, on its connection to the Irish Water’s networks, will be vested and adopted by Irish Water. Irish Water applies Quality Assurance to the design and construction of the water services infrastructure. This is mandated through the Irish Water Connection Agreements. Vetting of development water services infrastructure designs will be carried out by Connection and Developer Services Design Teams and the construction of this infrastructure will be inspected by Irish Water Field Engineers, in collaboration with LA’s. This Presentation will outline the services that are provided by Irish Water’s Connection and Developer Services unit. It will also describe the design, construction and quality assurance approach that Irish Water applies to water and wastewater infrastructure in new developments. Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  22/11/2018  CIF End of Year social & networking evening The Cork Branch Chairman, Donal Cahalane, in conjunction with Engineers Ireland (Cork Region), will be hosting a special End of Year social & networking evening for members of the Construction Industry Federation and the wider construction industry on Thursday, 22nd November 2018 in the Maryborough Hotel, Cork. The event is being sponsored by our corporate partner, Fexco Asset Finance , www.fexco.com The event will commence at 7.00 p.m. Complementary drinks and finger food will be served. Location: Maryborough Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  21/11/2018  Careers & Postgraduate Opportunities Workshop This event will be of interest to all engineering graduates and final year students who intend on embarking on their engineering career or who are considering taking up postgraduate studies. Recruitment consultants from Hays Recruitment, will inform attendees of the services Hays offer and will give advice to engineering graduates on kicking off their careers in the construction, mechanical and electrical sectors. They will also give a review of the current trends in the engineering sector in Ireland. Deirdre Parker from UCC Career Services will discuss how graduates can fine tune their CV writing and interviewing skills to give them the best chance of getting that dream job in engineering! There will also be a presentation on the opportunities available to those students considering taking up postgraduate studies. Industry representatives from companies in the civil/structural and pharm-chem sectors will also be present to discuss the opportunities they offer to engineering graduates. Light refreshments will be available. Attendees are invited to chat and network with the presenters and industry reps at the event. Admission is free. All Welcome. Those wishing to attend can register using this link (copy & paste into Web Browser): https://yes_careers.eventbrite.ie Location: Civil Engineering Building UCC (Rm 110) Click here for more information  20/11/2018  Refurbishment of St Patricks bridge, Cork City Speaker - Fergus Gleeson (Senior Engineer, Cork City Council) This lecture will focus on the history of Patricks bridge and its ongoing refurbishment. The event will take place at the atrium in City Hall. Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) Admission is FREE. However as numbers are limited booking is required. To secure your place register at (copy & paste link into browser) https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/refurbishment-of-st-patricks-bridge-cork-evening-lecture-tickets-50900048415 Location: Cork City Hall Click here for more information  13/11/2018  The Celtic Interconnector Project Speaker - Eoghan Tuite (Eirgrid - Onshore Project Manager) The Celtic Interconnector project is a proposed electrical interconnector between Ireland and France. EirGrid announced earlier this year that East Cork has been confirmed as the most suitable location for the project to connect in Ireland. Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) Admission is FREE. All welcome. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  06/11/2018  Routes to Registered Professional Titles (CEng, AEng, EngTech) Speaker - Shirley McDonald (Engineers Ireland) Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  03/11/2018  SET IN STONE - Traditional Stonework in Cork City Workshop This 2 day workshop will take place in Bessborough, Mahon, Cork. The workshop is aimed primarily at heritage groups and organisations, members of the public, and property owners. However limited places are available to architects, builders, craftspeople, local authority staff, planners, and other practitioners. The city of Cork is renowned for its magnificent built heritage. However there is little information on the wealth of skills, artistry and tradition that created these buildings. This workshop will demonstrate and celebrate the rich heritage of stone mason skills in Cork City in an interactive and practical manner. It will also give advice on the care and maintenance of these important elements of the fabric of Cork Citys built heritage. The workshop will run by trainers Christian Helling, Julia Gebel, Ken Curran and in association with experts in their field Carl Kennedy, Jim Fahy, Mathew Maw, Victor Franchet and Daniel Henkel. These trainers all have expertise in traditional stonework in Cork city, local sources for stone and quarries, work fashions and styles and stone conservation techniques. Practical demonstration on topics covering lime and hot lime mortar, architectural stone carving, letter cutting, dry stone walling, stone repair and maintenance, installation of cut stone elements and an opportunity to work on a limestone arch construction. Location: Bessborough, Mahon, Cork Click here for more information  23/10/2018  Theme Park Rides Joint IStructE, Engineers Ireland & Irish Concrete Society Lecture Time 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) Speaker: Alan Mann, Fellow IStructE Synopsis: People’s demand for entertainment has existed for centuries, but for over 150 years designers have been creating ‘Rides’ specifically for amusement, for thrills and for imparting sheer terror. Theme Parks are a big business sector throughout the world and draw in vast numbers of visitors. Modern rides require extremely complex engineering across a full range of engineering disciplines and they pose specific design challenges, not least a demand for Safety. The talk will describe the history of rides, what the physics are behind them and how different engineering disciplines need to interact. Free Event. Open to ALL Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  22/10/2018  Autumn CPD Series #4 - Asset Management and Reliability Lecture #4 of 4 Speaker: Conor Cooney, Facilities & Asset Management Consultant at Arup SYNOPSIS: This lecture is the fourth in a series of four lectures by experienced professionals that will explore Asset Management and Reliability of Machinery. The lecture will introduce: * Asset recapitalisation * Sinking funds Free Event - Open to all For more details please contact Padraig Leahy (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) Lectures can also be viewed live online at the following address (copy & paste into your web browser) http://www.engineersireland.ie/live/cork Time: 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (& webcast) Click here for more information  22/10/2018  Drawing Gym for Engineers IStructE Seminar This course has been specifically developed for engineers; each attendee works from the unique Drawing Gym exercises to rapidly learn and apply techniques including axonometric, 1 and 2 point perspective, and section. The course motivates people to communicate effectively and provides a broad set of skills for expressing ideas in the design process. Practical work is supplemented with demonstrations, short films, and examples of contemporary freehand drawings from the D R A W I N G A T W O R K on‐line gallery. Individuals are encouraged to progress at a comfortable pace in a stimulating and supportive atmosphere. Prior to the classes we will discuss the kinds of drawing and visualisation strategies we can help you with and each course will be bespoke to the requirements and levels of existing abilities in the group. Time 0900-17:30 Booking Required Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  17/10/2018  STEPS volunteer workshop Time: 6pm (for 6:30 start) Are you an engineer or studying engineering? Want to find out more about inspiring the next generation of engineers? Engineers or engineering students interested in connecting with the STEPS volunteer programme, are invited to attend a volunteer workshop. Schools taking part in the Young Engineers Competition are keen to learn more about what engineers do and how they impact on society. The STEPS programme connects engineer volunteers with local teachers who have requested school visits. At the workshop, a representative from Engineers Ireland will deliver an interactive presentation for engineers about volunteering and visiting 3rd and 4th class primary schools– how and why to get involved, the latest resources for volunteers and information about matching with a STEPS registered school. Engineers Ireland will be running a volunteer workshop in the Cork region on 17th October. We are looking for volunteers to visit schools in their local area that are competing in the Young Engineers Competition. Engineers or engineering students interested in volunteering with us can find out more details and book to attend the workshop at (copy & paste link into your web browser): https://stepsvolunteeryeacork.eventbrite.ie We look forward to meeting you there! Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  15/10/2018  Autumn CPD Series #3 - Asset Management and Reliability Lecture #3 of 4 Speaker: John MacCarthy, Asset Management Consultant at Arup SYNOPSIS: This lecture is the third in a series of four lectures by experienced professionals that will explore Asset Management and Reliability of Machinery. The lecture will : * Introduce machine reliability * Provide tips and guidance for achieving reliable operations Free Event - Open to all For more details please contact Padraig Leahy (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) Lectures can also be viewed live online at the following address (copy & paste into your web browser) http://www.engineersireland.ie/live/cork Time: 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (& webcast) Click here for more information  08/10/2018  Autumn CPD Series #2 - Asset Management and Reliability Lecture #2 of 4 Speaker: Ralph Montague, Architect, BArch MRIAI Managing Partner, ArcDox BIM Consultants SYNOPSIS: This lecture is the second in a series of four lectures by experienced professionals that will explore Asset Management and Reliability of Machinery. The lecture will discuss: * The important link between Asset Management and Information Management * why we need to move away from paper-based information management to digital information management and BIM * BIMs potential for use in asset management post project phase. The lecture will be followed by a panel discussion on its content. Free Event - Open to all For more details please contact Padraig Leahy (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) Lectures can also be viewed live online at the following address (copy & paste into your web browser) http://www.engineersireland.ie/live/cork Time: 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (& webcast) Click here for more information  04/10/2018  Steam Systems – Design and Commissioning ASHRAE (http://ashrae-ireland.org/events/) are holding an event in Cork. It is open to non ASHRAE members and booked through Eventbrite (see below). Title: Steam Systems – Design and Commissioning Date/Time: 4th October 2018 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Room IT3, Berkeley Centre, Building #9 - Cork Institute of Technology, - Bishopstown Campus - T12 P928 - Ireland To book (copy and paste the following link into your web browser): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/steam-systems-design-and-commissioning-tickets-50500510386 Location: CIT  02/10/2018  Spray Drying of Pharmaceuticals Time: 18:30 (Tea & Coffee and sandwiches from 18:00) A two part presentation jointly hosted with IChemE Republic of Ireland Branch, the Cork region and the Agriculture and Food Engineering division. Hovione are world leaders in the field of spray drying of pharmaceuticals and have operated spray dryers for pharmaceuticals for many years, including contracting for other companies. Míchéal Donnellan, who manages their spray drying facility in Ringaskiddy, will outline the key challenges in spray drying pharmaceuticals. MSD site in Ballydine has both API and Drug product manufacturing facilities where they focus on both commercial supply and new product development. The site has recently installed a spray dryer. Liz Kearney will outline the key issues relating to spray drying process design. About the speakers: Míchéal Donnellan - Production Manager and Technical Lead at the Hovione spray drying facility in Ringaskiddy. Mícheál is a Cork IT marine engineering graduate who has worked in BP, ESI Technologies and for 15 years at Novartis before joining Hovione in 2016. Liz Kearney - New Product Introduction lead for Process Development and Commercialisation at MSD, Ballydine. Liz has worked in multiple technical, manufacturing and safety roles at site and has recently been involved in the design, commissioning and development work involving their recently installed spray dryer. Location: Theatre IT3, Library Building, Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  02/10/2018  Bandon Flood Relief Scheme - Site Visit Young Engineers Society Cork will be commencing their programme of2018/2019 site visits with a tour of the Bandon Flood Relief Scheme on Tuesday October 2nd at 7am (Sharp). The tour will consist of a 15-minute presentation on the design of the scheme, a progress briefing on behalf of the main contractor and a one hour walking tour of the main locations. Booking essential Location: Bandon - Site Compound Click here for more information  01/10/2018  Autumn CPD Series #1 - Asset Management and Reliability Lecture #1 of 4 Speaker: Jim Kelly, Global Director of Asset Management, Engineering and Property Services at Johnson and Johnson SYNOPSIS: This lecture is the first in a series of four lectures by experienced professionals that will explore Asset Management and Reliability of Machinery. The lecture will give an overview of asset management and discuss machine reliability. Johnson and Johnsons asset management programme and its application of Industry 4.0 and #Internet of Things# technologies in asset management will provide an exciting context for the lecture. Free Event - Open to all For more details please contact Padraig Leahy (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) Lectures can also be viewed live online at the following address (copy & paste into your web browser) http://www.engineersireland.ie/live/cork Time: 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (& webcast) Click here for more information  04/09/2018  Design, Installation, Commissioning, Operation & Maintenance of Steam Systems Daniel Wells, National Consultant Specialist at Spirax Sarco will give an introduction to steam and condensate systems, addressing the following topics: * Steam Properties & Fundamentals * Basic Design Considerations * System Commissioning * Safe Isolation & Steam Distribution * Steam & Condensate Pipe sizing * Air Venting; Strainers & Separator * Pipe Expansion & Support * Condensate Recovery * Steam Trap Design; Condition * Monitoring & Cost of Leaking Traps Time 7:00pm (Tea & Coffee from 6:30pm) ALL WELCOME. Admission free. Booking is required as numbers are limited. See Flyer. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  29/06/2018  YES Summer Table Quiz ##IN AID OF CORK SIMON COMMUNITY## ALL WELCOME! Time: 7:30pm Contribution: €10 per person Booking not essential. However to guarantee a place, please pre-book by email. Contact: YES@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Spailpin Fanac, South Main Street, Cork Click here for more information  08/06/2018  YES CORK Annual General Meeting Time: 7.00pm About: Cork Young Engineers Society will be holding our AGM on 8th June. We will review the past year and brainstorm ideas for interesting and exciting events for the 2018/2019 year. We will also be electing the committee officers for the year ahead! We are always interested in hearing from new people looking to get involved so if you are an engineering student or a young practicing engineer you are more than welcome to come along. There will also be some finger food and pizza on hand afterwards! Location: Sober Lane, Sullivans Quay, Cork Click here for more information  11/05/2018  Mr Marconi and his marvellous invention IET Event Topic: Maritime wireless telegraphy from the Kingstown Regatta in 1898 to the sinking of the Titanic in 1912 and beyond. Speaker: Dr Elizabeth Bruton is Curator of Technology and Engineering at the Science Museum, London specialising in communications. She was one of the 2014-2015 Marconi Byrne-Bussey Visiting Fellow at the Bodleian Library, University of Oxford and also catalogued and researched the Marconi Collection at the Museum of the History of Science, Oxford. Refreshments 6:00pm Commodore Hotel Lecture 6:30pm Sirius Arts Centre FREE / ALL Welcome Location: Sirius Arts Centre Cobh / Commodore Hotel, Cobh Click here for more information  10/05/2018  Irving Oil Whitegate Refinery Tour Thursday 10th May @ 5:30pm This event will entail a 20–30 minute presentation which will include a safety briefing, and a brief description of the refining business including the following: * Where the raw materials come from. * How the Oil Refinery operates and where the products go to, along with developing trends such as biofuels and how the Oil Refinery incorporates these requirements. * How the Oil Refinery enhances energy security of supply and the importance of maintaining an operating oil refinery in Ireland. This presentation will then be followed by a bus tour of the Oil Refinery Site which will show the Crude Oil tank farm, Product tank farm and Process Units. BOOKING REQUIRED Location: Whitegate Co. Cork Click here for more information  01/05/2018  Annual General Meeting Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – AGM starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  19/04/2018  Mix your Mode - Connectivity and Active Travel Seminar Event Organised by Transport & Mobility Forum Cork Mix Your Mode Connectivity and Active Travel Seminar offers stakeholders a great opportunity to hear about and discuss modern sustainable and active travel developments and goals for Cork. Given the significant increase in population projected for Cork City and County over the next 20 years, the challenge is to have sustainable economic growth whilst maintaining a good quality of life for residents, visitors, local businesses and communities. The half day seminar will be a combination of talks and discussions relevant to Cork. From these discussions we aim, with your input, to produce outcomes which will progress sustainable and active travel measures for the benefit of Cork. Time: 09:30 - 13:00 Talks and Discussions will include: * Harley St Bridge * Bandon Public Realm * Tramore Valley Park * Changing Behaviour * Clonakilty Community Cycle Scheme * Rural Accessibility Find out more and book on transportandmobilityforum.com To book your place (copy & paste link below into your web browser) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mix-your-mode-connectivity-and-active-travel-seminar-19-april-2018-tickets-43975347448 Location: Vertigo, Cork County Council Click here for more information  17/04/2018  Presidential address & Conferring of Registered Titles Time: 20:00 This event is a highlight of the Cork Region calendar. The agenda for the evening is as follows: • Conferring of the titles of Associate Engineers, Chartered Engineer and Fellow on members from the Cork Region • Awards Ceremony at which presentations will be made to the top graduates from CIT and UCC Engineering Degree classes of 2017 • Chemical and Process Division competition winners for best undergraduate article published in the Engineers Journal • Presidential Address by the President of Engineers Ireland, Dr. Kieran Feighan entitled “Fusing Transport, Energy and Technology – Engineering an Irish Revolution” • Drinks Reception This event will offer members and their guests an opportunity to celebrate the achievement of Cork Engineers. In his Presidential address Kieran will review the evolution of transport since early times and how it has influenced our past. He will consider the future of transportation, how it is linked to developments in energy generation & storage, and the opportunities for Irish technology companies to shape this future. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  16/04/2018  WiSTEM Introduction Night Time: 19:15 - 21:00 The All Ireland Member Group is pleased to support the WiSTEM Introduction night at UCC. WiSTEM is a group run by students, for students. The group is hoping to form a society in the coming months. The overall aim of WiSTEM will be to support, help and encourage women to achieve their full potential in STEM, within UCC and in the beginnings of their careers. The purpose of this event is to give a small insight into what the proposed society will be encompassing. The night will consist of a series of talks from a variety of brilliant speakers covering topics such as challenges, opportunities and careers for women in STEM. Location: UCC Campus, Boole 2 Click here for more information  10/04/2018  N25 New Ross Bypass Speaker: Mr Joe Shinkwin & Mr John Murphy, Mott MacDonald Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  28/03/2018  Environ2018 Conference (26-28 March 2018) The School of Building & Civil Engineering at Cork Institute of Technology will host the 28th Environ Conference from March 26th to March 28th next. This annual Conference, Environ2018, is being hosted in collaboration with the Environmental Sciences Association of Ireland (ESAI), the conference theme is "Arriving at a Sustainable Future". Environ2018 opens with a Question and Answer Public Event on CIT’s Bishopstown Campus on Monday, March 26th at 8pm. Flooding in the Cork Region – Impacts and Solutions will provide a forum for discussing the phenomenon of flooding and its impacts and potential solutions. Speakers include Ezra MacManamon of the Office of Public Works (OPW), Ken Leahy of Arup Consulting Engineers and Claire Nash, owner of Nash 19 Restaurant located on Princes Street in Cork City Centre, whose business has experienced firsthand the impact of flooding in the City. The event will be moderated by Johathan Healy, the well known Broadcaster and Communications Consultant. This free public event will be held in IT3 (Frank O’ Connor Theatre) with a pre-event reception from 7:15pm. The pre-booked plenary session on the morning of Tuesday, March 27th will be delivered by Eamonn Ryan, TD, and Leader of the Green Party and Dr Jonathan Derham of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). On Wednesday, March 28th, there will be a second pre-booked plenary session with Josien Ruijter from the Dutch Waste Company, NV. HVC, who will present on the Dutch experience of wastewater sludge incineration and phosphate recycling pathways. Commenting on the conference Dr Joe Harrington, Head of School of Building & Civil Engineering in CIT and organiser of the event said “Environ is the longest running, and largest forum, for environmental researchers in Ireland with over 275 delegates attending the event annually. It provides a high-visibility platform for young researchers to present their findings to an audience drawn from academia, government bodies and agencies, and industry.” Further information is available from the office of the School of Building & Civil Engineering, CIT by contacting Ms. Denise O’Keeffe on 021 4326233 or denise.okeeffe@cit.ie Further information on Environ2018 is available at http://www.esaiweb.org/environ/ Location: Cork Institute of Technology  24/03/2018  SITE VISIT - ESB hydropower station at Ardnacrusha ORGANISED by YES Cork Region About the event Marked as one of the Engineering Milestones of the 20th Century, our friends in ESB GWM have agreed to host a tour of the Ardnacrusha Hydro station. The tour will take attendees through the history of the inception of hydroelectric power, to the plant's electrification in 1927 and all the way to the day-to-day running of the 86 MW Hydro station. The tour will close with a short presentation on the activities of the Cork Young Engineers society. There is ample car parking at the station and PPE will be provided. Please note that places are limited so this tour is restricted to members of Engineers Ireland. Admission: Admission is free and all are welcome. Advance booking is required and should be made using the link provided and password HYDRO. Those not registered will not be admitted. Contact: Padraig Coughlan Cork Region Young Engineers society Tel: 086 3493610 Email: yes@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Ardnacrusha Hydro Plant, Ardnacrusha, Co Clare Click here for more information  13/03/2018  Public Procurement - Procuring for the future ### SOLD OUT ### Synopsis: In a changing procurement environment, this seminar will give participants insights into current best practice and future trends in Public Procurement from an multidisciplinary panel of experts in both the private and public sectors. Speakers will include: • Paul Quinn, CEO of the OGP; • David Browne, Barrister & Author; • John Murphy, Deputy Divisional Manager Europe, Mott MacDonald; • Billy Morrissey, Arbitrator, Chair of Dispute Avoidance SIG, CIArb Ireland; • Brian Cassidy, Senior Executive Engineer, Housing Dept., Cork City Council • Oliver Moroney, Senior Estimator/Project Manager, BAM; • Maurice Murphy, Procurement Officer, Cork County Council; • David O Brien, Chair of the Government Construction Contracts Committee at the OGP; • Finola McCarthy, Partner at Ronan Daly Jermyn • Michael O Mahony, Director of Cumnor Construction This seminar will be of interest to engineers and other procurement professionals involved in the public procurement process, from both the public and private sectors. Tickets may be purchased at (copy & paste link into your web browser): https://eicork-seminar18-publicprocurement.eventbrite.ie Member €135; Non-member €180; Student/unwaged €30. Location: Páirc Uí Chaoimh  06/03/2018  The Evolution of Communication in Ireland from 1837 to present: From Telegraph to Optical Communications Joint Lecture: Engineers Ireland & IET Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Booking: Not required. This is a public lecture open to all. Contact: iet.eireann@gmail.com or text 083-4829125 SPEAKER: Derek Cassidy has worked for 24 years in the telecommunications industry of which 19 years have been spent working for BT in their Engineering division. He is currently completing a PhD in the field of Optical Engineering and Wavelength manipulation with the College of Engineering and Architecture, UCD. He is also a Chartered Engineer with the IET and He is Past-Chair of IET Ireland; Chairman of the Irish Communications Research Group, an organisation dedicated to the promotion, protection and research of Ireland’s communication heritage and is currently researching the Communication History of Ireland. He is also a member of SPIE, OSA, IEEE and a member of Engineers Ireland. Derek holds the following Degrees; BSc (Physics/Optical Engineering), BEng (Structural/Mechanical Engineering) and BSc (Engineering Design) and has a Masters Degrees MEng (Structural, Mechanical, and Forensic Engineering) and a Masters Degree MSc (Optical Engineering. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  28/02/2018  Engineers Skill Shortage – Solutions and Actions Engineers Skill Shortage – Solutions and Actions Wednesday 28 February 2018, 13:00 sharp [Tea/Coffee 12:30] Millennium Hall, City Hall Cork Due to a skills shortage in the engineering sector, the retention of early to mid-career engineering professionals is crucial to the continued success of an organisation. However, a recent study states that women are disproportionately more likely to drop out of STEM careers, with many stating dissatisfaction over pay and promotion opportunities. This situation can impact on the diversity of a leadership team and further exacerbate the problem. There is however significant scope for improvement. This lunchtime panel discussion, comprising experts across the medical, financial and engineering fields, will explore the lessons they have learned and the benefits to their organisation in adopting a proactive approach to retention and progression of female professionals. The panel discussion will be of interest to engineers and other professionals who want to enhance their business performance. About the speakers Our panel of speakers will include: Professor Mary Horgan – President of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Donal Sullivan – VP and General Manager Johnson Controls Sinead O’Donnell – Technical Services Manager ESB Admission Admission is free and all are welcome. Places are however limited so pre-booking is required using the link provided (copy & paste into web browser) http://www.engineersireland.ie/groups/regions/cork/events/engineers-skill-shortage-solutions-and-actions.aspx Location: Millennium Hall, City Hall Cork Click here for more information  28/02/2018  Engineers Week - STEM event Engineers Work - STEM event, Cork 28 February 2018, 19:45 start The All Ireland Members Group is proud to support an Engineers Week http://www.engineersweek.ie/ STEM event at University College Cork organised by WiSTEM, a group of female university students, seeking to form a society to support, help and encourage women to achieve their full potential in STEM, within the university and at the beginnings of their careers The night itself will be a series of talks from women in STEM covering a range of topics such as careers, challenges, opportunities and the future of STEM. The event will take place on the UCC Campus on 28 February in Boole 1, doors open at 19:45, all are welcome! Challenges: 20:00-20:15 Unconscious Bias - Dr. Gillian Murphy, Applied Psychology UCC 20:15-20:30 Culturewise Interactive Talk - Culture as a lens in social perception - Dr Alvina GROSU Director Culturewise Women Working In STEM: 20:30-21.15: (Each speaking about her career) • Magaly V. Mora, WITS Executive Committee Member • Representatives from WES Industry/Research Future and Opportunities: 21:15-21:30: WiSTEM2D - Liz Dooley, Johnson&Johnson 21:30-21:45: Athena SWAN - Ann King, UCC Project Officer Athena SWAN For further information or if you would wish to support this initiative please contact: WiSTEMstudents@gmail.com Location: UCC, Boole 1  27/02/2018  Continuous API Processing Speaker : Regina Lynch, Eli Lilly About the event This presentation will give an overview of continuous processing in the pharmaceutical industry, with practical examples from Eli Lilly’s continuous manufacturing facility, “Small Volume Continuous” (SVC). Key areas to be discussed include safety, throughput, design, PAT and continuous unit operations. About the speaker Regina Lynch is a Process Engineer with the Kinsale division of Eli Lilly. Regina has been with Eli Lilly for over eight years. Regina is a graduate of UCC and is a chartered engineer. Regina has had many roles within Eli Lilly, her most recent being on their continuous API processing project, SVC. Admission Free - all welcome! Tea/coffee from 6:00 PM, presentation starts at 6:30 PM Location: Room IT3, Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  24/02/2018  Engineers Week Our annual nationwide celebration of engineering will take place between 24th February and 2nd March 2018. We call on you, the engineers and volunteers who are the driving force behind every successful Engineers Week, to mark your calendars now and begin formulating ideas and plans that will highlight engineering as a fun, interesting and achievable career option, while raising its profile nationwide. Visit www.engineersweek.ie for further details Location: Nationwide  22/02/2018  Stricter controls for wastewater and waste gas emissions in the chemical sector IChemE / Engineers Ireland Event Time: 1830 (Tea/Coffee from 1800) In May 2016, the European Commission adopted the Commission Implementing Decision (CID) 2016/902. establishing Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions and associated emission ranges, under the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) for common waste water and waste gas treatment/management systems in the chemical Sector. This presentation will give a practitioners view of the implications of this European decision and will examine who and what is in the scope. It will consider the key challenges facing industries within the chemical sector, tasked with meeting the deadline for compliance of May 2020 and provide recent examples of the strategic planning required to meet compliance. In light of what is arguably the most imposing piece of the legislation, the presentation will include a specific focus on the new emission limits for wastewater discharges to receiving waters. About the Speakers: Brian Tiernan BSc (Hons) MSc MCIWEM MCIWM AIChemE is a Senior Environmental Consultant and Deputy EHS Manager with PM Group. Brian has 15 years’ experience in environmental assessment, planning, compliance and advice for a range of clients in the Chemicals sector. His speciality in these areas has afforded him considerable experience in liaising with the Regulatory Authorities. He is a full member of both CIWEM and CIWM and is an Associate Member of IChemE. Tim O’Shea, BE (Hons), MIEI, is a Senior Environmental Consultant with PM Group with over nine years of experience in roles supporting a variety of assignments in environmental management and impact assessment, regulatory compliance, planning and technical advice for a range of clients. Tim’s experience includes Industrial Emissions licensing and regulatory consent for chemical sector clients in both Ireland and the UK. Cost: Free of charge, open to all To register Copy & Paste the following link into your web browser: http://ievents.icheme.org/booking/Default.aspx?evnt=1026 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (Syndicate Suite 2), Cork Click here for more information  20/02/2018  Cork Lower Harbour Main Drainage Speaker: Mr Shane Cosgrove, Associate Nicholas O Dwyer Ltd Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 SYNOPSIS: The Cork Lower Harbour Drainage project represents a significant investment in the infrastructure serving Cork Harbour (approx. €135m). This project for Irish Water is managed by ERVIA Major Projects team due to its scale and complexity. It is the first large water infrastructure scheme to be advanced by Ervia Major Projects and, in many ways, is at the forefront in terms of a model for delivering major infrastructure to the requirements of Major Project. The presentation will give an overview of the project, looking in more detail at the permitting and technical engineering challenges which had to be managed and highlighting some of the procurement and contractual mechanisms used to achieve this. The project includes several complex and technically challenging engineering solutions such as a 1.2km drill beneath Cork Harbour for transfer of flows from Cobh to Monkstown, micro tunnelling in soft ground in close proximity to residential developments, rehabilitation of trunk sewers within an SAC and subject to tidal influences. The project also contains many commercial and procurement challenges in terms of bundling packages of works into various Lots which are programmed to run either simultaneously or sequentially. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  09/02/2018  EI Cork Region Annual Dinner Black Tie A great networking a social event. To ensure your not disappointed please book your seat (individual or group) by 2nd February. Contact: John Lapthorne (021) 4871026 Location: The Maryborough Hotel & Spa Click here for more information  06/02/2018  Leadership for Professionals Speaker: Mr Joe McDonald, Professional Coach Create10 This presentation shall highlight the common misconception that managers and leaders should exclusively focus upon results and instead will offer participants an alternative approach. It will provide an informative introduction to concepts on both management and leadership in today’s complex environment and demonstrate the various different types of strategy that professional’s managers face. An overview of how to drive performance through people by adopting a coaching style to leadership will be explained and Joe will show some tools that can be applied in the workplace. The emphasis throughout will be to link both theory and practice to the specific competencies that are being sought after for senior positions in Ireland today Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  30/01/2018  BREXIT: Implications for the National Transport Network & Port Infrastructure Engineering - Importance to the National Economy Speakers: Mr Gerry Duggan FIEI, Transport & Energy Consultant Henry Kingston & Tim Murphy (Port of Cork) Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  16/01/2018  Industry 4.0 Speaker: Mr Wil Wilmot Milestone Automation Solutions Topics covered: ✓ What is Industry 4.0 all about? ✓ De-Mystifying the Terminology ✓ Understanding the Design Principles ✓ 9 Key Technologies Foundation ✓ What is happening out there now? ✓ What Next? ✓ Q&A’s Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  15/01/2018  Thinking Lean Construction: The Need and Opportunities for All Lean Construction Ireland and CIT are hosting an evening seminar event on Monday the 15th January on the CIT Bishopstown Campus, "Thinking Lean Construction: The Need and Opportunities for All" The seminar will run from 6pm to 9pm and will include a Keynote Presentation from Professor Glenn Ballard, University of California Berkeley on Lean Transformation. Full details (including registration) are provided at the following link (copy and paste into web browser): https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lci-cork-institute-of-technology-seminar-monday-the-15th-of-january-2018-tickets-41208600032?aff=es2 Location: Cork Institute of Technology  07/12/2017  Henry Ford – The Cork Connection Speaker: Mr Denis McSweeney, former Marketing Director Ford Some 70 years after the Ford family left Ireland Henry Ford & Son Ltd. was established in Cork in 1917. Denis McSweeney will trace the Ford journey from Ballinascarthy to America and back to Cork. He will take us through the design and construction of the factory on the site of the old Cork racecourse and the ensuing operations. This lecture will take place in the historic building setting of the original factory building and there will even be some Cork made cars on display! Venue: Marina Commercial Park (former Ford Factory), Centre Park Road, Cork City FREE event. All welcome. To register please visit our Eventbrite link (copy and paste into your web browser) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/henry-ford-the-cork-connection-tickets-40792802370 Time: 19:00 (Tea & coffee from 18:30) Location: Marina Commercial Park Click here for more information  01/12/2017  Cork YES Christmas Party Time: 19:00 Location: The Woodford, Paul Street, Cork.  30/11/2017  Routes to Registered Professional Titles Speaker: Ms Regiane Vasconcelos, Engineers Ireland Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  28/11/2017  Cork City Movement Strategy Speaker: Ms Edith Roberts, Senior Executive Engineer Cork City Council The lecture will consist of an overview of the Cork City Centre Movement Strategy and will be delivered by the Cork City Council Project Manager Edith Roberts. Cork City needs to deal with the challenges posed by growth in population, in car ownership and usage and limited capacity on our roads. Improved reliability and reduced journey times will make public transport a more viable alternative for journeys to the city centre, thereby reducing overall congestion. The 8 phases of the City Centre Movement Strategy represents the first major change to our traffic system for decades and aims to ensure a more appropriate balance between the different transport modes serving the city, through the re-allocation of road space, improved environment for pedestrians and cyclists and improvements in efficiency of the traffic signals. Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Fro more information contact Valerie Fenton (valerie_fenton@corkcity.ie) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  25/11/2017  UCC Perrott’s Inch pedestrian bridge The RIAI SOUTHERN REGION will host a site visit to the UCC Perrott's Inch pedestrian bridge by O'Donnell + Tuomey Architects and Horgan Lynch Engineers on Saturday 25th November at 11am at Western road site entrance. It is essential that anyone who wishes to attend brings full PPE Gear. Location: Western road site entrance Click here for more information  21/11/2017  Páirc Uí Chaoimh Redevelopment Engineers Ireland Joint Lecture with IStructE and Irish Concrete Society Speaker: Mr Sean Breen, Malachy Walsh & Partners Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Please register your interest using the link below (copy and paste into your web-browser) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/design-and-construction-of-pairc-ui-chaoimh-stadium-registration-39740028495 Location: Páirc Uí Chaoimh, Ballintemple, Cork City Click here for more information  16/11/2017  Engineering the Early Years of Your Career Description: Time: 18:30 (Tea & Coffee from 18:00). Science & Engineering are among the most innovative and continually evolving technological disciplines. This seminar addresses the issues of career opportunities, career progression and diversity for those interested in entering and those already working in the Pharma/Biopharma Industry. Topics: 1. The secret of getting the best career (Louise Clarke - Early Careers Program Manager AbbVIE) 2. Living life on the front line (Dan Olden - Process Engineer Janssen Sciences & Shauna Davis - Process Engineer Janssen Sciences) 3. Building on Diversity (Magaly V. Mora - Executive Committee Member WITS) 4. Taking the Stairs to Success (Jessica Mayne - Eli Lilly Kinsale) Event Type: IChemE Event Organiser: IChemE AIMG, Engineers Ireland, Abbvie, Lilly, WITS, Janssen Contact: Denis Ring (Email: d.ring@ucc.ie ) To book your place complete the booking form at this link (copy & paste into web browser): https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/IrelandMG-Early-Career Location: Western Gateway Building UCC GO5  15/11/2017  CV & Career Development Event Speakers: Treasa Morgan (Careers office CIT) Rory Walsh (Collins McNicholas Recruitment) Chris O’Donnell and Kevin Gibson (PM Group) This event is an ideal chance for students, recent graduates and practicing engineers to gain invaluable advice on the best strategies to begin or develop their careers. Including advice on CV preparation, Interview skills, an overview of the jobs market and tips on job hunting. Event of FREE however Booking is required. Location: Cork Institute of Technology (B228) Click here for more information  7/11/17  The Engineer as an Expert Witness Speaker: Mr John Garrett, Director John T Garrett & Associates Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  04/11/2017  RESCHEDULED....Cork Courthouse Refurbishment and Extension Site Visit Start Time: 10:45 Speakers: Mr Will Leahy & Ms Máire Keane BAM Engineers Ireland Cork is delighted to announce a site visit to Cork Courthouse Project on Anglesea Street, which is set to be complete by the end of the year. This is a great opportunity to observe the Courthouse under construction and to learn about the use of innovation techniques in delivering this significant project in Cork City. Cork Courthouse Project involves the refurbishment and extension of the existing courthouse building to accommodate six courtrooms, improved custody facilities, court offices, the regional office, and associated facilities. This includes a 19th century red brick building which once housed the City’s Model School. Admission Admission is free but with places limited, advance booking is required and places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. PPE Required. To register you interest please copy & paste the link below into your browser and follow the instructions. http://www.engineersireland.ie/groups/regions/cork/events/cork-courthouse-refurbishment-site-visit.aspx Location: BAM Site Offices, old Brooks Haughton Building, Copley Street, Cork City Click here for more information  26/10/2017  ##RESCHEDULED## Autumn CPD Series - Recent Advances for Best Practice in Design and Construction of Residential Buildings in Ireland ################################ RESCHEDULED EVENT Originally scheduled for Monday 16th last but postponed due to the wrath of Hurricane Ophelia ################################ Autumn CPD Series - Lecture 3 of 4 Topic: Residential Development - Policy and Processes Speaker: Gillian O Sullivan, Strategic Planning and Economic Development Directorate Cork City Council SYNOPSIS: • Overview of the process for the development of residential housing estates in Cork city from planning to taking in charge stage. • Review of the policy documents guiding developers including; o Minimum Engineering Requirements for Residential Site Development Works, o Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets o Cork City Council Taking in Charge Policy. • Requirements for development bonds. • Likely future changes to TIC procedures. Time: 19:00 (Tea/Coffee from 18:30) FREE Event Contact Kate Lehane (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) for more information Please register your intention to attend using the link below (copy & paste into your web browser and follow the instructions) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/recent-advances-for-best-practice-in-design-and-construction-of-residential-buildings-in-ireland-registration-37982048329 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  23/10/2017  Autumn CPD Series - Recent Advances for Best Practice in Design and Construction of Residential Buildings in Ireland Autumn CPD Series - Lecture 4 of 4 Topic: The Engineer and Professional Indemnity Insurance Speakers: Donal Twomey (Partner, Ronan Daly Jermyn) & Des Murphy (Director, MBC Insurances Cork) SPEAKERS: Donal Twomey, Partner, Ronan Daly Jermyn After graduating from UCC in 2002, Donal trained and worked as a solicitor in the construction/projects department of Arthur Cox. Thereafter, he worked for five years in a Dublin based law firm specialising in professional indemnity defence work before returning to Cork in 2014 to work in Ronan Daly Jermyn where he is Partner. Donal has extensive experience of professional indemnity disputes and commercial litigation. In particular, he advises insurers in the Irish Professional Indemnity market in respect of claims brought against various professionals including engineers, architects, accountants and solicitors. Des Murphy, Director MBC Insurances Cork Des has worked in the insurance industry for over 24 years. Des was President of the Insurance Institute of Cork in 2002/2003. He was one of the founding members of Broker Federation of Ireland (BFI) and was national Chairman for two years in 2010 to 2012,and he still sits on the board of directors. More Details to follow.... Time: 19:00 (Tea/Coffee from 18:30) FREE Event Contact Kate Lehane (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) for more information Please register your intention to attend using the link below (copy & paste into your web browser and follow the instructions) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/recent-advances-for-best-practice-in-design-and-construction-of-residential-buildings-in-ireland-registration-37982048329 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  14/10/2017  Port of Cork Tour Saturday 14th October 2017 at 10:00 am (Tour starting at 10:30 am sharp) The tour will commence with a presentation at Location to be confirmed. The tour will finish at 1:00 pm. The Starting Location of the Tour is being finalised and will be confirmed via. Event Brite (link below) to those registered. Location: Port of Cork Click here for more information  12/10/2017  Managing People Programme (4 Days) Dates: Thursday 12th & Friday 13th, and Thursday 19th & Friday 20th October 2017 Course Overview: The primary objective of Ibec's Managing People Programme is to enable front-line managers to make a more effective contribution to the organisation by developing core skills central to managing people at work. Learning Outcomes: On completion of this programme, participants will be able to: * Understand and appreciate the full extent and importance of your role in managing people * Improve your interpersonal skills to enable you to deal more effectively with people at all levels within the organisation and act with greater confidence * Acquire the key tools for managing people through a practical approach to skills development in such areas as motivation, managing problem behaviours, counselling, assertiveness and negotiations. * Develop an appreciation of grievance and disciplinary procedures and improve your effectiveness in handling issues in these areas. * Gain an overview of the key areas of employment legislation and become more confident when dealing with queries in relation to these. FEE APPLIES For more details please copy and paste the following link into your web browser: http://www.engineersireland.ie/cpd-training/cpd-training/training-calendar/2017/october/cork-managing-people-programme-(4-days).aspx Location: Ibec, Knockrea House, Douglas Road, Cork,  12/10/2017  National Women's Enterprise Day 2017 ### THIS IS NOT AN ENGINEERS IRELAND EVENT ## Event organised by the Local Enterprise Office "New Markets - open doors to new markets ... branding, retail and online sales" is the theme for this year's event in the South West. Organised by Cork and Kerry LEOs, our National Women's Enterprise Day line-up of speakers will be of interest to women in business across all sectors. National Women's Enterprise Day will celebrate the success stories of female entrepreneurs and encourage more women across the region to access enterprise supports for starting or growing a business. (note: prior online booking is essential). Time: 10:00 - 15:45 For booking and further information please copy and paste the following web link into your browser: https://www.localenterprise.ie/CorkCity/Training-Events/Online-Bookings/National-Women-s-Enterprise-Day-2017.html Location: Inchydoney Lodge & Spa, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.  09/10/2017  Autumn CPD Series - Recent Advances for Best Practice in Design and Construction of Residential Buildings in Ireland Autumn CPD Series - Lecture 2 of 4 Topic: Deep Retrofit Pilot Programme and also Nearly Zero-Energy Buildings (NZEB) for New Buildings Speaker: Conor Hanniffy & Orla Coyle, Programme Managers, Sustainable Energy Authority Of Ireland (SEAI) SYNOPSIS: Details to follow.... Time: 19:00 (Tea/Coffee from 18:30) FREE Event Contact Kate Lehane (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) for more information Please register your intention to attend using the link below (copy & paste into your web browser and follow the instructions) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/recent-advances-for-best-practice-in-design-and-construction-of-residential-buildings-in-ireland-registration-37982048329 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  03/10/2017  Clean-In-Place Engineers Ireland Chemical & Process Division lecture 18.30 Tuesday 3rd October Martin Quealy of Ecolab will give a talk on Clean-In-Place. It will focus on the food and beverage industries Clean In Place (CIP) is a key technology in the food and beverage industry where hygiene and quality are key priorities. Many CIP concepts are used in the Biotechnology industry. Optimum design avoids quality problems while minimising cycle time, water usage, chemical usage and energy consumption. The lecture will explain key principles and design options. Location: CIT Click here for more information  02/10/2017  Autumn CPD Series - Recent Advances for Best Practice in Design and Construction of Residential Buildings in Ireland Autumn CPD Series - Lecture 1 of 4 Topic: Health & Safety Speaker: Jim Leahy (Chartered Engineer), Technical Director with Responsibility for Health and Safety – RPS Group SYNOPSIS: This lecture is the first in a series of four lectures by experienced professionals that will explore Recent Advances for Best Practice in Design and Construction of Residential Buildings in Ireland. Current legislation, in particular the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013, imposes statutory duties on those responsible for construction projects. The lecture will review the legal framework behind the Construction Regulations, the requirements of the regulations and the roles/responsibilities identified for those involved in construction projects. Time: 19:00 (Tea/Coffee from 18:30) FREE Event Contact Kate Lehane (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) for more information Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  26/09/2017  Solvent Recovery using Pervaporation JOINT ENGINEERS IRELAND / ICHEME Speaker: David Gladman (Deltamem AG) Pervaporation and vapour permeation are often used in conjunction with distillation columns for the separation of azeotropes and for the recovery of solvents. Deltamem was is an MBO from the former membrane technology of Sulzer Chemtech. The company has over 35 years experience with these technologies and has installed up to 200 pervaporation plants to date and are actively developing the technology. Time: 18:30 (Tea/coffee from 18:00) Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  22/09/2017  YES - Bowling and Pizza Night Calendar Launch 2017/2018 About the event: Join us for a night of bowling and pizza in the Mardyke Entertainment Complex on Sheares St, Cork to launch our events calendar for 2017/2018. Why not organise some colleagues, class mates or friends (remember you dont need to be an engineer to go for bowling!!) and start your Friday night off with some friendly competition or if you are new to Cork, maybe starting a new job or starting college, this is a great opportunity to do some networking. On the night we will also launch our calendar of events for 2017/2018. We have some great site visits, lectures and social events planned for the year. Check out our Facebook page (@ Young Engineers Society Cork) for our "like and share" competition to win free bowling and pizza for you and your friends on the night. Admission A cost of €7 includes 1 hour of bowling….and pizza, however places are limited so please book using the link provided by Monday 18th September Event Contact: Chris O Donnell | Young Engineers Society Cork chris.odonnell@pmgroup-global.com Location: The Mardyke Entertainment Complex, Sheares St, Cork Click here for more information  18/09/2017  Competency Based Interview Skills Workshop As the Public Appointment Service competition for Senior Executive Engineers and Senior Engineers moves to the interview stage, Engineers Ireland will host an afternoon workshop on interview skills focusing on the Public Appointment Service’s current recruitment and selection process The workshop will be delivered by Graham Morris of Connexus Recruit and will cover: · Competency Planning using the S.T.A.R technique · The Selling of YOU – how to perform at interview, using an Elevator Pitch Format The workshop will provide opportunities to review, refine and practice your competency examples and elevator pitch Please phone/email the CPD Training Team if you would like to register CPD Training Team on 01-6651305, or email cpdtraining@engineersireland.ie to secure a place. FEE APPLIES For more details / book on line please copy and paste the following link into your browser: http://www.engineersireland.ie/cpd-training/cpd-training/training-calendar/2017/september/cork-competency-based-interview-skills-workshop.aspx Location: Clayton Hotel Silver Springs, Tivoli, Cork  14/09/2017  Negotiation & Influencing Skills Overview: We all have to Negotiate on a daily basis in both our professional & personal lives, as the things we want to acquire, or achieve are commonly owned, controlled, or influenced by someone else. We need to reach mutually beneficial agreements with these individuals in order to achieve our goals. This is the purpose of Negotiation, applied either inside or outside the workplace. Negotiation is a skill, and as such it can be learned & developed. Course aim: This one day programme will help you understand the principles & best practices of the negotiation process, how to use a structured approach, and effectively communicate your position. FEE APPLIES For more details please copy and paste the following link into your web browser: http://www.engineersireland.ie/cpd-training/cpd-training/training-calendar/2017/september/cork-negotiation-influencing-skills.aspx Location: Clayton Hotel Silver Springs, Tivoli, Cork  27/07/2017  Celebrating the anniversary of the landing of the first commercial Telegraph Trans-Atlantic cable in 1866 and the first telegraph message across the Atlantic Event organised by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Time 2pm - 5pm Please register for this event via email at iet.eireann@gmail.com or text 083-4829125 Location: Valentia Island Cable Station Click here for more information  01/06/2017  Summer Table Quiz Time: 8pm LOCATION: An Spailpín Fánac, (opposite Beamish & Crawford Brewery) 29 South Main Street, Cork Event organised by YES Cork Region Committee. ###ALL WELCOME### CONTACT: YES@engineersirelandcork.ie CONTRIBUTION: €10 per person (maximum 4 per table) BOOKING: To pre-book your table, please email the address as outlined above or alternatively, please call John on 087-9663551. ABOUT: All proceeds from this event will be donated to Cork Penny Dinners. Cork Penny Dinners currently serves over 1000 meals per week and is a walk-in service for everyone and anyone in need of a hot meal. Cork Penny Dinners provides a warm welcome to anyone hungry, lonely or just looking for a place to sit down for a while. For more information on Cork Penny Dinners, please visit www.corkpennydinners.ie. All Support welcome on the night. Location: An Spailpín Fánac Click here for more information  25/05/2017  YES AGM and Networking Event Time: 7pm ###ALL WELCOME### CONTACT: YES@engineersirelandcork.ie BOOKING: Booking is required by emailing the above address or contacting David on 087-9024408. ABOUT: Join the Cork Region Young Engineers Society for their AGM and to hear a review of the past year's events and elect officers for 2017-2018. New ideas for future events and ways of promoting the profession among younger members will be gratefully received. This event is a great opportunity to meet and socialise with fellow engineers in the Cork region, particularly those with an interest in getting involved with the Young Engineers Society. Following the meeting there will be a networking event comprising of drinks and finger food. Location: Sober Lane, Sullivan's Quay, Cork. Click here for more information  18/05/2017  Wink Lighting CPD - Basic Principles for Artificial Lighting in Architecture If you are interested in lighting design as a specifier, don't miss the opportunity to attend the upcoming RIAI and Engineers Ireland approved CPD in Cork. Wink Lighting's CPD is suitable for specifiers who wish to increase their understanding of lighting principles, terms, light output and colour, so the importance of a lighting design is more fully appreciated. This will in turn, allow the specifier to ensure that lighting becomes an integrated part of the building’s architecture. Wink Lighting invite Architects, Technologists, Interior Designers, Engineers and developers to our Lunch & Learn CPD seminar, presented by MD, Rocky Wall. Registration and light refreshments at 12.30 on Thursday 18th May, the seminar commences at 1pm sharp and CPD certificates will be issued following on from the event. This is a free event but booking is essential, for further details please contact olive@wink.ie Copy & Paste the following URL into your web browser for more details.. https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/wink-lighting-cpd-basic-principles-for-artificial-lighting-in-architectural-spaces-tickets-34233872434?utm_term=eventurl_text Location: St. Peter's, North Main Street Cork  11/04/2017  Annual General Meeting More Details to follow Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – AGM starts at 19:00 Open to all members of Engineers Ireland. Please come along and get involved in YOUR professional institution. Volunteers are always welcome. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  05/04/2017  Cork Learning Festival - See the latest in Computer Aided Design Time: 10 to 11.30am Booking via Phone or Email to Patrick O’Donoghue Tel 086-3716447 patrick.odonoghue@pmgroup-global.com (25 places max.) PM Group is an international project delivery firm providing professional services in architecture, engineering and construction. Visitors will be introduced to the world of 3D design and see how different disciplines collaborate and produce integrated solutions for the company’s clients. Navisworks allows designers to create a virtual ‘walk-through” model of a whole plant which greatly enhances communication with clients, contractors and all other parties involved. Full details of all events can be viewed at : http://cork.etb.ie/latest-news/14th-cork-lifelong-learning-festival-monday-3rd-april-sunday-9th-april-2017/ Location: PM Group (Loughmahon Technology Park next to Mahon Shopping Centre)  05/04/2017  Cork Learning Festival - Automation and Factories of the Future Time: 5pm and 6pm (two sessions each of 50 min duration) Booking via Phone or Email Brenda Cooper 021-4321266 ext 227 bcooper@hornerirl.ie (20 places max. per session) Overview of automation in the past 20 years and the future impact of the Internet of Things (IOT) on how products are designed and made. Full details of all events can be viewed at : http://cork.etb.ie/latest-news/14th-cork-lifelong-learning-festival-monday-3rd-april-sunday-9th-april-2017/ Location: Horner APG (Unit 1 Centrepoint, Centre Park Road)  04/04/2017  Presidential Address & Conferring of Registered Titles Time 8pm More Details to follow Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  04/04/2017  Cork Learning Festival - Aircraft Component Overhaul and Repair Time: 10 to 11.30am Booking via Phone or Email to Kieran Punch 021 4521230 Kieran.punch@srtechnics.com (20 places max.) SR Technics (founded originally as the maintenance wing of Swissair) is the largest independent provider of highest quality technical services for civil aircraft. SR Technics Airfoil Services in Cork is a subsidiary and repairs commercial jet engine parts for some of the world’s most prestigious airlines and overhaul shops. The facility is opened in 1983 and contains a broad range of high-tech mechanical, chemical, and testing processes reflecting the very high standards of performance and safety demanded by the aerospace industry. Full details of all events can be viewed at : http://cork.etb.ie/latest-news/14th-cork-lifelong-learning-festival-monday-3rd-april-sunday-9th-april-2017/ Location: SR Technics (Mahon Industrial Estate, Blackrock)  03/04/2017  Cork Learning Festival - An Insight into the World of Medical Devices Time: 10 to 11.30am Booking via Email to Eilish Walsh Eilish.Walsh@bsci.com 20 places max.) Production at the Cork facility began in 1998 and it now manufactures more than 5.6 million life--saving devices per year, which are shipped to all corners of the globe. The plant has over 1100 employees and the company is strongly committed to the continued personal development of it’s workforce. Visitors will be introduced to the wide range of medical devices designed and produced by Boston Scientific, the manufacturing processes involved and the positive impact they have on patient lives. Full details of all events can be viewed at : http://cork.etb.ie/latest-news/14th-cork-lifelong-learning-festival-monday-3rd-april-sunday-9th-april-2017/ Location: Boston Scientific (Model Farm Road, Cork)  27/03/2017  TUV Certified IEC 61511 Training Course We would like to make you aware of our IEC 61511 Functional Safety Training Course for Professionals in Cork Ireland on 27th to the 30th of March 2017. (NOTE this event is not an Engineers Ireland organised event.) This is the essential IEC 61511 qualification for professionals working with Functional Safety in the Process Industries. Successful attendees, who have the appropriate experience, will qualify for the TUV / FSP certificate and a personal listing on the TUV website. A 3 day course, followed by a 4 hour examination Date: March 27 @ 09:30 - March 30 @ 12:30 Cost: €2550.00 per candidate Venue: Cork Airport Hotel, Cork, Cork T12 RPP9 Ireland To discuss this, or any other course offered by Risknowlogy, please contact us: WEB: www.risknowlogy.co.uk EMAIL: rgb@risknowlogy.com PHONE: 01462 713313 Location: Cork Airport Hotel  27/03/2017  Career Development and Postgraduate Opportunities Workshop From 6:00 PM (Please arrive at 5.45 to facilitate a timely start) Book now to secure your place at the Cork region Young Engineers society careers event. It is an evening that gives a wonderful opportunity for students and recent graduates, and indeed practicing engineers, to get up to speed on the best strategies to begin or advance their careers. Attendees will also learn about the opportunities available to postgraduates. This event is an ideal chance for students, graduates and practicing engineers to get up to speed on the best strategies to begin or advance their careers and to learn about the opportunities available for postgraduate studies. Tricia O Shaughnessy of UCCs College of Science, Engineering and Food Science will inform attendees on the opportunities and aids available to those interested in pursuing postgraduate studies at Masters and PhD level. Dr Denis Ring will also give an overview of the chartered engineer application processes of Engineers Ireland and The Institution of Chemical Engineers. Jill Doherty of Hays Recruitment will give an overview of current trends in the engineering sector jobs market, advise students regarding overseas employment opportunities and inform attendees on how to use social media such as Linked-in to best effect when job-hunting. Deirdre Parker of UCC Career Services will give guidance to students, graduates and practicing engineers on building a solid and impressive CV which will improve their employment prospects by highlighting their unique selling points. Representatives from a number of prominent employers of engineering graduates, including Pfizer, will also be present to introduce upcoming graduates to their exciting and rewarding graduate programmes. All of our speakers will be on hand afterwards for networking, offering one to one advice or to answer any questions over complimentary light refreshments! Admission is free and all are welcome. Advance booking is however required and should be made using the URL provided below: http://www.engineersireland.ie/groups/regions/cork/events/career-development-postgraduate-opportunities-work.aspx Location: Room Elec Eng L2, Electrical Engineering Building, UCC Main Campus  21/03/2017  SEMINAR: Energy Policy, Standards and Innovation CORK REGION ANNUAL SEMINAR: Energy utilisation remains a key consideration in assessing the operation of any organisation, whether commercial, industrial or residential. Increasingly ambitious corporate expectations and stricter national climate change commitments combine with rising energy prices to demand a further focus. At the same time step changes in technology provide opportunities to look again at how energy is generated, purchased, stored and used. This seminar will include speakers from policy makers, energy providers, system designers and facility owners. They will discuss current trends and how implementing new technologies and approaches have resulted in real savings. OPEN TO ALL. ATTENDANCE FEE APPLIES To Book your place visit our Event link is (copy and paste this link into your browser): https://engirecorkseminar17.eventbrite.com ### Flyer updated 15-3-17 ### Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  14/03/2017  Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems: Where are we now,how we got here and where are we going Speaker : Mr. Michael (Mike) Griew M.Sc., Senior Mechatronics Researcher at the Halpin Centre, National Maritime College of Ireland Synopsis: With ink on the Irish Aviation Authority's recently published drone usage regulations now dry and with aircraft technology and data processing software rapidly reaching maturity, a well-defined landscape is forming. In this informal review the speaker will examine unmanned aircraft technology and data processing software in the context of civil Engineering, brushing aside media hype and manufacturers' claims to examine the technology's usefulness in real-life. After documenting his own journey in this field and briefly overviewing drone regulations and their implications for would-be operators, patterns that have emerged as this technology matured in recent years will be analysed and used to cast predictions for its future development. Time 19:00 (Tea/Coffee available from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  12/03/2017  ENGINEERS WEEK 2017 - Family Fun Day The “Meet the Engineers” Family Fun Day will take place on Sunday 12th March at Lifetime Lab from 11am – 4 pm and will include programming VEX robots, LEGO construction challenges, snap circuits, engineering trails, make & do, face painting and lots more. For more details copy and paste this link into your internet browser: http://www.lifetimelab.ie/events/eventslifetimelab/engineersopendaymarch12th.html THIS IS A FREE EVENT .... ALL WELCOME .... Fellow Engineers.... we are still looking for some volunteers to help out at this event. There are two time slots available for prospective volunteers: 11:00 – 13:30 and 13:30 – 16:00. Branded Engineers Week t-shirts will be provided on the day for all volunteers. For more information please visit the links below: http://www.engineersweek.ie/event-detail/#a080J00001M43xHQAR If you are interested please contact Alan Costello by email at: alan.costello@mottmac.com Location: Lifetime Lab, Lee Road Crk  07/03/2017  In the footsteps of Columbus, European Missions to the International Space Station Speaker: John O Sullivan Engineering Director at Douglas Control and Automation The European Space Agency has a long history of human spaceflight, flying in space with both NASA and the Soviet/Russian space agencies over the years. ESA contributions to the International Space Station include the Columbus science laboratory, the Copula, the Leonardo PMM and the ATV supply, but it is the human endeavour that captures the imagination. From brief visits to six month expeditions, from spacewalking to commanding the Earths only outpost in space, ESA astronauts have played a vital role in the international project. This talk is based on Johns 2016 book of the same name. It tells the story of the ESA astronauts who have visited the International Space Station over its first decade and how they have lived on board, helped construct the space laboratory and performed valuable scientific experiments. Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  04/03/2017  ENGINEERS WEEK 2017 Our annual nationwide celebration of engineering will take place between the 4th and 10th March 2017. We call on you, the engineers and volunteers who are the driving force behind every successful Engineers Week, to mark your calendars now and begin formulating ideas and plans that will highlight engineering as a fun, interesting and achievable career option, while raising its profile nationwide. Info: http://www.engineersweek.ie Location: Throughout the Cork Area Click here for more information  28/02/2017  Deep excavations in water bearing gravels in Cork Speaker: Michael Long (UCD) More details to be confirmed. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  21/02/2017  Challenges and Trends in Magnetics Joint Event with IET and IEEE Speaker: Prof. William Gerald Hurley, Dept. of Electrical Engineering National University of Ireland More details to be confirmed. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  16/02/2017  CE Marking of Structural Steelwork Course Aim: The aim of this programme is to equip candidates with the knowledge to fully understand the technical requirements and guidance on how they can ensure contracts are constructed in line with legislation and best practice. Trainer: Mr. Gerry McCarthy, BEng, MSc, CEng, MWeldI, MIEI, International Welding Engineer. Time(s): 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM FEE applies Location: The Clarion Hotel Cork, Lapps Quay, Co. Cork Click here for more information  10/02/2017  Cork Region - Annual Dinner Black Tie Event All Welcome. Tickets €65 / person Time 20:00 To book your place or even a table contact John Lapthorne (021) 4871026 Location: Maryborough Lodge and Spa Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  07/02/2017  ESI Pump & Valve School Joint IChemE and Engineers Ireland Event The presentation will give an overview in relation to pump sizing and pumping applications in the Chemical / Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industries. Time: 18:30 (Tea & Coffee and sandwiches from 18:00) Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  01/02/2017  Moneypoint and Irelands low carbon future CORK REGION MEMBERS.... Note that this event will also be webcast at the Environmental Research Institute, Lee Road UCC. All are welcome. Speaker: Dr Shane O Sullivan, ESB Abstract: Moneypoint Power Station is the Republic of Ireland’s only coal burning power station and is one of the largest power plants on the electricity system. For the last 30 years, the station has provided affordable, secure and reliable electricity to Irish consumers. However, Moneypoints high emissions of CO2 mean that it cannot continue to generate electricity in its current configuration in the long term. ESB has examined the technologies available to decarbonise the Irish electricity system and is currently undertaking a detailed study on the technical, economic and sustainability issues associated with converting Moneypoint to biomass fuel. More Information: See attached flyer or contact John Kane – Energy and Environment Division at John.Kane2@Veolia.com Location: Engineers Ireland, 22 Clyde Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 Click here for more information  24/01/2017  The Design and Construction of the Mersey Gateway Bridge Joint Engineers Ireland / IStructE / ICS Lecture SPEAKER: Paul Sanders Director, COWI Time 19:00 (18:30 Tea & Coffee) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  16/01/2017  Functional Safety Management of Legacy and Installed Safety Systems Functional safety expert Dil Wetherill (Risknowlogy) will discuss functional safety management of legacy and installed safety systems The Lecture will review the draft guidance being developed in the UK for the management of installed (“Legacy”) safety systems, where compliance to IEC 61511 was not considered at the time of installation. The lecture will review the procedures required to adequately manage these systems and ensure they provide the required risk reduction. This lecture will be of interest to automation, mechanical and process engineers, and anyone else involved in the implementation of automated safety systems. Time: 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) Note.. MONDAY LECTURE ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  08/12/2016  YES Bowling and Christmas Party More details to follow. Location: TBC Click here for more information  29/11/2016  Invasive Alien Plant Species and Engineering Projects Speaker: Dr Vincent O Malley, Head of Environmental Policy & Compliance, Transport Infrastructure Ireland Time 19:00 (18:30 Tea & Coffee) More information to follow Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  28/11/2016  Registered Titles of the Institution - Briefing SPEAKER: Shirley McDonald, Associate Director Membership Engineers Ireland's Shirley McDonald will present the requirements for the Chartered Engineer, Associate Engineer and Engineering Technician registered professional titles. During the course of the evening members will be taken through the process, from the on-line application system, right through to the professional interview. Those currently preparing their reports are particularly encouraged to attend but it is also open to anyone considering applying. Time: 19:00 (Tea/Coffee from 18:30) ### RESCHEDULED DATE ### REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT USING THE LINK BELOW... http://engineersireland.ie/groups/regions/cork/events/registered-professional-titles-information-eve-%282%29.aspx Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  22/11/2016  A remote measurement and mapping technique for orderly rapid aggregation of building stock geometry Speaker: Mr. James Pittam "Selecting Properties for Energy Retrofitting Measures" Synopsis: Traditional surveying of building façades through direct measurement are time consuming and expensive to carry out. Replacing direct measurement methods with a remote method allows for the rapid extraction of façade information. The aim of the this research is to remove the need for physical site surveys and to develop a Remote Cataloguing, Measurement and Mapping method to extract façade and roof geometry data to support the construction of detailed 2-D AutoCAD drawings and Sketch-up 3-D models. The RCMM uses photogrammetric techniques through the use of static panoramic viewports from Google Street View© and aerial spot images from Google Earth©. Time: 19:00 (Tea/Coffee from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  15/11/2016  Project Dispute Avoidance & Resolution Update Speaker: Mr. William Morrissey BE LLM CEng MIEI FCIArb, Ms. Finola McCarthy, BCL, (Dip Petroleum and Mineral Law (University of Dundee); Dip European Law Time: 19:00 (Tea/Coffee from 18:30) Time: 19:00 [tea/coffee from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  08/11/2016  Floating Production and Offshore Platform Conversion SPEAKER: Michael Pearse O’Riordan, CEng, CMarEng, MIMarEST An overview of the some of the practical aspects of the work performed during the actual conversion phase of a tanker into an FPSO including the refurbishment of Boilers, the provision of increased power generation for Essential and Emergency electrical requirements, upgrading of fire fighting and protection systems, accommodation services, etc. Time: 19:00 [tea/coffee from 18:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  03/11/2016  Managing MAjor MAritime Casualties around the Irish coast - An Operational Viewpoint Joint Engineers Ireland & IET Event Speaker David McMyler (Pollution and ships Casualty Officer, Irish coast Guard) Time : 18:30 Location: National Maritime College Click here for more information  24/10/2016  Autumn CPD Series - Project Management Essentials Lecture 4 of 4 This CPD series of four evening lectures will deal with the following areas of Project Management: 1. Project Management Essentials 2. Project Risk Management Control & Communications 3. Project Management Tools & Techniques 4. Future of Project Management Admission is FREE to Engineers Ireland Members but advance Booking is Required. Fee Applies for Non-members Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) See attached Link for Fee/ Booking details Enquiries to: cpd2016@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  17/10/2016  Autumn CPD Series - Project Management Essentials Lecture 3 of 4 This CPD series of four evening lectures will deal with the following areas of Project Management: 1. Project Management Essentials 2. Project Risk Management Control & Communications 3. Project Management Tools & Techniques 4. Future of Project Management Admission is FREE to Engineers Ireland Members but advance Booking is Required. Fee Applies for Non-members Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) See attached Link for Fee/ Booking details Enquiries to: cpd2016@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  10/10/2016  Autumn CPD Series - Project Management Essentials Lecture 2 of 4 This CPD series of four evening lectures will deal with the following areas of Project Management: 1. Project Management Essentials 2. Project Risk Management Control & Communications 3. Project Management Tools & Techniques 4. Future of Project Management Admission is FREE to Engineers Ireland Members but advance Booking is Required. Fee Applies for Non-members Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) See attached Link for Fee/ Booking details Enquiries to: cpd2016@engineersirelandcork.ie ###SEE ALSO UPDATED FLYER FOR MORE DETAILS### Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  04/10/2016  Catastrophic Heat Exchanger Failures Event organised by Engineers Ireland and IChemE Speaker: Peter Marsh, XBP Refining Consultants Ltd Synopsis: The lecture will describe 3 different temperature-related failures of shell and tube heat exchangers in gas processing and oil refining plant from around the world. Admission FREE. All Welcome Time: 18:30 (Tea & Coffee and sandwiches from 18:00) More Info: cilian.osuilleabhain@cit.ie Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  04/10/2016  Autumn CPD Series - Project Management Essentials Lecture 1 of 4 This CPD series of four evening lectures will deal with the following areas of Project Management: 1. Project Management Essentials 2. Project Risk Management Control & Communications 3. Project Management Tools & Techniques 4. Future of Project Management Admission is FREE to Engineers Ireland Members but advance Booking is Required. Fee Applies for Non-members Time: 19:00 (Tea/coffee from 18:30) See attached Link for Fee/ Booking details Enquiries to: cpd2016@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  13/07/2016  Transatlantic Telegraph Cable Festival Dates: 13th - 17th July 2016 Transatlantic Telegraph Cable Festival, celebrating 150 years since the first successful transatlantic cable was laid between Valentia Island in Ireland and Heart’s Content in Newfoundland, Canada. Connecting for the first time the old world with the new and creating a new world order. For details visit the festival website: www.telegraphcablefestival.ie Programme of events is included with on the link below... Location: Valentia Island Click here for more information  14/06/2016  Going North Initiative - Information Seminar ### EVENT ORGANISED BY Cork City Local Enterprise Office ### Time: 09:30 - 13:00 This half-day InterTradeIreland / Cork LEOs seminar is aimed at owners/managers of Cork-based businesses who want to explore new business opportunities in Northern Ireland. The Going North Initiative aims to help businesses in Cork City and County to explore and target new business opportunities. With a population of 1.75 million people, Northern Ireland is a small but attractive market for many Irish businesses. Last year over €1.1 billion of products and services were sold by Irish businesses to customers in Northern Ireland, and cross-border sales have increased significantly in the last few years. For more details copy the link below into web browser): https://www.localenterprise.ie/CorkCity/Training-Events/Online-Bookings/Going-North-Initiative-Information-Seminar.html Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  20/05/2016  Cork region Young Engineers Society - AGM From 6:30 pm Sober Lane, 5 Sullivans Quay, Cork City All members are invited to attend the Cork Region Young Engineers Society AGM. Its a great networking opportunity and you can also learn more about regional activities - past and planned. The new committee for 2016-2017 will be elected on the night so if you would like to become more involved, please come along. Event Contact: John Hennessy Cork Region Young Engineers Society yes@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Sober Lane, 5 Sullivans Quay, Cork City  16/04/2016  SITE VISIT - Boggeragh Wind Farm, Nad, Co. Cork. Cork YES Event Time: 10:30 (PPE required) This site visit entails a guided tour of Boggeragh 100 MW Wind Farm. The number of places available for this event is limited to 15. Booking is required by emailing Tom Meade on YES@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Boggeragh Wind Farm, Nad, Co. Cork. Click here for more information  14/04/2016  The call what he made; History of mobile phones Speaker: Prof Nigel Linge, Salford University Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Joint event with IET (More details to follow) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  12/04/2016  Cork Region - Annual General Meeting All Engineers Ireland Members Welcome AGENDA ATTACHED Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – AGM starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  05/04/2016  Presidential Address & Conferring of Registered Titles Time: 20:00 Synopsis: This event is a highlight of the Cork Region calendar. The agenda for the evening is as follows: • Conferring of the titles of Associate Engineers, Chartered Engineer and Fellow on members from the Cork Region • Awards Ceremony at which presentations will be made to the top graduates from CIT and UCC Engineering Degree classes of 2015 • Presidential Address by the President of Engineers Ireland, Bill Grimson entitled - Engineering: A Challenging and Challenged Profession • Drinks Reception This event will offer members and their guests an opportunity to celebrate the achievement of Cork Engineers. In his Presidential address, Bill poses some questions he feels the profession must answer. The address will: o Examine the "grand challenges" of engineering o Reflect on some contemporary thoughts by non-engineers on today's challenges o Consider the extent to which Ireland might make a contribution to addressing the challenges o Discuss why lobbying can be so destructive and o Consider whether an "ideal engineer" can exist. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  15/03/2016  Ireland & Data Hosting - Engineering the Data Centre Data centres are the vital and rapidly growing nerve centres of our global society. Are Irish engineers already leading the charge of innovation in data centre design and operation? Do we have the skills needed to deliver a world-beating data industry in Ireland? Do we have the resources? In this seminar, we will meet the engineers and managers who design, build and operate Irelands new data factories. We will look at challenges and the factors required to consolidate Irelands competitive position in this arena. And we will have insight from top industry executives as they discuss the emerging megatrends of the digital world. Time: 8:00 am breakfast for 8:30 am Start; 11:30 am End To register for this event, or for further information, please contact: Mairin Ni hAonghusa, Engineers Ireland at mairin@engineersireland.ie The event will also be available live on webcast: https://engineersireland.webex.com A live webcast will be hosted in Cork by Cork Internet eXchange (CIX), Hollyhill Industrial Estate, Cork Places limited to 30 so booking required - contact Gerry Sweeney at js@cix.ie Location: Engineers Ireland, 22 Clyde Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 Click here for more information  11/03/2016  Office in the Cloud - An Introduction Time: Friday, 11th March 10.30am - 1.30pm The Local Enterprise Office, Cork City, has included the above (free) half-day seminar in its events schedule for Local Enterprise Week 2016 for people involved in the micro business sector. Some places are still available, accordingly if you know anyone involved in the sector please feel free to forward the following link to them ..... https://www.localenterprise.ie/CorkCity/Training-Events/Online-Bookings/Office-in-the-Cloud-An-Introduction.html Location: The Lifetime Lab, Lee Road, Cork  08/03/2016  An Roth Speaker: TBA Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 (More details to follow) Location: TBC  08/03/2016  Recent developments in heat exchanger design and guidelines Speaker: Ing. Bernhard Fischer, manager of Fischer Maschinen und Apparatebau GmbH Time: 19:30 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) Location: Western Gateway Building, UCC, (Western Road) Click here for more information  04/03/2016  Table Quiz (in aid of Penny Dinners) The Engineers Ireland Cork Region Annual Table Quiz, organised by YES Cork, takes place on Friday 4th March 8.00pm at An Spailpin Fanac, South Main Street Cork. The entry fee is €10 per person (max. 4 per table). As on previous occasions, the proceeds will be donated to a local Cork Charity – Cork Penny Dinners. The event flyer will be available shortly. ALL WELCOME Location: An Spailpin Fanac South Main Street Cork  01/03/2016  Beaufort Centre Development (Lecture & Tour) Speaker: Niall McAuliffe, Capital Projects Officer, UCC & Bernard Fitzpatrick, Arup Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 UCC Capital Projects office, working with the HMRC, CMRC, and SERG departments (MaREI) in UCC developed a Project plan to deliver the 4,700 m2 five-storey Beaufort building with state-of-the-art wave simulators, test tanks, workshops and offices. The Beaufort Building is the largest integrated maritime and energy research centre in the world and home to Lir - the National Ocean Test Facility and MaREI - a marine and energy-based research, development and innovation hub. Niall will present from the Clients perspective looking at the initial brief to house the LIR national ocean test facility, 135 researchers, industry partners and support staff. The difficulty of accommodating multiple stakeholders on a challenging site will also be explored. Bernard will cover the Structural and Civil design element of the Project. Challenges included designing a building to sit on a Site reclaimed by Port of Cork in the 1960’s & 1970’s; part of the Beaufort is on the old original shoreline. Tour: The tour will be to all areas of the building including the Lir National Ocean Test facility and associated research areas. It will give ample opportunity to view the research equipment for which the building was conceived. PPE is not required. REGISTRATION REQUIRED - SEE ATTACHED Location: Beaufort Centre Development, Ringaskiddy Click here for more information  28/02/2016  ENGINEERS WEEK 2016 DATES: 28-Feb to 05-Mar FOR MORE DETAILS OF EVENTS IN CORK AREA SEE.... http://www.engineersweek.ie/ Location: CORK - various  28/02/2016  Engineers Week - Family Fun Day Engineers Week is a week-long programme of nationwide events celebrating the world of engineering in Ireland. The aim of the week is to create a positive awareness and spark enthusiasm about the engineering profession to people of all ages, especially students and their teachers and parents. The theme of Engineers Week 2016 is ‘Engineering our Future’. In Cork, Engineers Week is launching with a Free Family Fun Day at the Lifetime Lab on Sunday the 28th Feb from 11am until 4pm. Admission is free and children and adults can enjoy a series of stands and activities which will help discover more about the many different types of engineering. Exhibitors include INFANT Centre, Tyndall National Institute, Legion Ireland, Ballincollig & District Vintage Club and Lismore Primary Science Team. For more information on the Family Fun Day please log onto www.lifetimelab.ie. Other Engineering Week activities in Cork include company tours, school visits, and workshops. For a full list of Engineering Week activities in Cork please log onto www.engineersweek.ie. If anyone is interested in volunteering during Engineers Week please register your interest in the volunteer section of www.steps.ie. Location: Lifetime Lab, Lee Road, Cork  24/02/2016  ANNNUAL SEMINAR - BIM – Practical Examples & Learnings Time: 9:00 AM to 4:45 PM Synopsis: Building Information Modelling (BIM) is being rolled out across an increasingly diverse variety of projects. A wide range of software tools are used, varying levels of detail are utilised and differing contact models employed. The implication of incorporating BIM into a project is, therefore, understood differently by different organisations and sectors. This seminar will bring together a wide range of speakers, including representatives of client, designer and contractor organisations. It will focus on practical learnings made by companies executing projects across an array of sectors. Speakers will share experience and learnings from their organisations on the roll out of BIM, project scope definition, project structure, co-ordination and communication, tools and resources, and many more subjects. The seminar will give an opportunity to learn from and benchmark against others in your sector, as well as to share ideas in network sessions and to talk to exhibitors on stands reflecting a variety of related services. Booking is online at www.engineersireland.ie/events Fee applies: Members: €90*/ €135 Non-Members: €120*/ €180 Student/ Unwaged: €30 * = Early Bird (available until 03rd February 2016) (Lunch is included in course fee) 12-02-2016... FLYER UPDATED WITH SPEAKER LIST & PROGRAMME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  12/02/2016  Annual Dinner Cork Region Annual Dinner (Black Tie) Time 20:00 All welcome. To book your place/table please contact John Lapthorne (Tel (021) 4871026) Location: The Maryborough Hotel & Spa Click here for more information  11/02/2016  Processing capacity expansion in the Dairy Industry: A Kerry Ingredients Case Study Time: 19:30 Joint event with Ag & Food Division, SDT The abolition of EU milk quotas last April, has resulted in an increase of approx. 10 % in milk intake by Irish milk processors for the nine months to the end of December thus the forecasted 50% increase in milk production by 2020 could be realised if this momentum is maintained. Irish milk processors have been engaged in strategic planning in relation to expansion in processing capacity for several years and some major expansion projects have already been completed while others are due for completion later this year and in subsequent years. Kerry Ingredients is one of the “big 4” milk processors in Ireland processing 1,100 million litres of milk per annum into casein, cheese, butter, milk powders and dairy ingredients at its Listowel, Charleville and Newmarket sites. With the kind support of Kerry Ingredients, this symposium, which is jointly organised by the Southern Ireland Section of the Society of Dairy Technology and Engineers Ireland (Cork Regions and the Agricultural & Food Engineering Division), will focus on the business imperatives and engineering aspects of the recently completed expansion project at the Charleville site. The opening paper by Mr Jim Lee, Operations Director Kerry, will give an overview of the project from a strategic business perspective. This will be followed by Mr. Pat Brosnan, Engineering Projects Manager Kerry, who will give an overview of the engineering aspects of design, construction and project management of the plant. Registration for the Workshop is confined to the Membership of the SDT & Engineers Ireland and free of charge thanks to the generous support of Kerry Ingredients and UCC. However, advance registration is obligatory (booking details to follow). Location: UCC Western Gateway Building, WGB_G05  09/02/2016  Cape Clear Storm Gates Speakers: Mr. John Norris, Malone O’Regan Consulting Engineers and Mr. Richard Browne, L+M Keating Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Synopsis: The presentation will demonstrate the novel approach taken to the design and construction of the new automated storm gate harbour entrance to Cape Clear Harbour. It will detail how engineering challenges associated with underwater and overwater building works on Ireland’s most southerly inhabited island were overcome through novel design and temporary works. As part of the works, the 1000t concrete storm gate lock chamber was constructed in Cobh Dock Yard and towed over 100km to Cape Clear Island. The presentation will highlight the challenge of ensuring that this 15m x 15m x 9m high 1000t chamber ‘arrived on the right day, at the right stage of the right tide, with the right weather conditions to slot the chamber into exactly the right spot in a two hour tidal window’. The complete CE marked solution includes two 30t steel gate leaves actuated by 140t hydraulic rams and electric powered HPU’s controlled by one central computerised control panel. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  03/02/2016  Irelands Transition to a Low Carbon Energy Future Joint Event Energy & Environment division and Cork Region Time: 18:30 Speaker: Prof. Brian Ó Gallachóir (UCC) The transition to a low carbon future presents many opportunities and challenges for Ireland. The issue of how we will heat our homes, fuel our cars and generate electricity is one that is of fundamental importance to Ireland, a country that is heavily reliant on imported fossil fuels. Does a low carbon future mean a high renewables future and what does this mean for the future Irish economy? Prof. Ó Gallachóir will present insights from the EPA/SEAI funded Irish TIMES Integrated Energy Systems Modelling project in the context of the significant recent energy policy developments in December 2015 * Government White Paper on Energy Policy; and * the outcome of COP-21. Location: UCC Western Gateway Building (Cork Room G2) Click here for more information  01/02/2016  Career Development & Postgraduate Opportunities Seminar Event organised by Young Engineers Society Cork Region DATE: Monday 1st February at 6.30pm (please arrive at 6.15pm to facilitate a timely kick-off!) This event is aimed at students, graduates and practicing engineers who are interested in beginning or progressing their careers, or interested in pursuing postgraduate studies. A speaker from Cork Institute of Technology’s Faculty of Engineering & Science will inform attendees on the opportunities and aids available to those interested in pursuing postgraduate education at Masters and PhD level. Sinead Foy of gradireland will be giving a presentation on the employment opportunities available to those with an engineering qualification, how to use the gradireland website to improve your job hunt and what advisory resources are available to Engineering students and graduates. Paul Sheridan of Engineers Ireland will be giving guidance to students, graduates and practicing engineers on building a solid and impressive CV which will improve their employment prospects by highlighting their own unique selling points. BOOKING: Places allocated on first come first served basis. Register at: http://yescork.eventbrite.ie or by emailing the above address. Location: Room B190, Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  28/01/2016  Engineers Week Volunteer Session Time 18:30 About the event The STEPS team will host a networking session to help volunteer engineers based in Cork or surrounding areas prepare for Engineers Week. During the evening, attendees will be given tips on school visits and interacting with young people, learn more about Engineers Week, and meet fellow volunteers COPY and PASTE LINK TO BROWSER FOR BOOKING AND FURTHER DETAILS http://www.engineersireland.ie/groups/regions/cork/events/engineers-week-volunteer-session.aspx Location: River Lee Hotel  26/01/2016  Shard of London Speaker: Mr. John Parker, Senior Technical Director (WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff UK) Topic: The Shard, at 306m high, is the tallest building in Western Europe. In this lecture, John Parker (Project Chief Structural Engineer), will describe its design and construction, including: site history; development of the initial scheme; robustness and stability; change of material with usage and the effect of wind on both the tower and façade design. Construction challenges (including the constrained site, top-down construction of the core and basement, logistics, crane strategy, tolerances, and assembly of the spire at the top of the building) will also be covered. Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Joint Lecture with IStructE & Irish Concrete Society Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  19/01/2016  Predictive Maintenance Speaker: Neil Parkinson, AVT Reliability (UK) Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 (More details to follow) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  12/01/2016  St Angelas College, Cork Speakers: John Lee (MWP) & David McCarthy (L&M Keating) Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Joint event with Irish Concrete Society The presentation will demonstrate the Engineering challenges faced in the civil and structural design of this recently completed new build and refurbishment project as well as the hurdles encountered during its construction. The site slopes at a gradient of 1 in 5, overlooking the centre of Cork City. Four new buildings were constructed on this confined site between four refurbished listed buildings. The perspectives of the Consultant and Contractor will make for an interesting presentation. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  12/01/2016  Functional Safety for Safety Instrumented System Professionals ##Note that this is not an Engineers Ireland Event## TUV FS Engineer Course (IEC61511) Course Details (incl Booking Details and Fees) Attached. Date: 12-15 January 2016 Organiser: Risknowlogy Ltd. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  03/12/2015  Bowling & Christmas Party More Details to follow.... Location: The Mardyke, Sheares Street, Cork  02/12/2015  Bord na Móna – The Road to 2030 Engineers Ireland Energy and Environment Division Time 1830 Speaker: Dr. John Reilly Head of PowerGen Development, Bord na Móna This presentation will outline the significant changes occurring in the energy sector in Ireland, particularly in relation to the need to decarbonise our economy, and how these changes are impacting Bord na Móna. It will outline the diversification strategy the company has been pursuing over the last decade in response to changing circumstances and how it sees that ongoing transition proceeding over the period to 2030 A webcast of the Event will also take place in Cork at the UCC Environmental Research Institute at 6.30 sharp. The Environmental Research Institute is on Lee Road and there is ample free parking. Tea and coffee will be provided at the event.Contact Paul Deane by email at jp.deane@ucc.ie for details. Location: 22 Clyde Road & Webcast UCC ERI Building Click here for more information  01/12/2015  Life and Times of William Dargan Speaker: Fergus Mulligan Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 William Dargan was born in 1799 the son of a County Carlow farmer. He began working in Wales on the Holyhead road under Thomas Telford in 1819. As a Contractor he went on to build Roads, Railways, Canals and Reservoirs as well as developing Hotels and the resort towns of Portrush and Bray. He constructed the first commercial railway in Ireland from Dublin to what is now Dún Laoghaire. During the great famine he employed upwards of 50,000 men on major infrastructural projects throughout the country. He paid a fair wage, generous for the time, which allowed them to have a decent standard of living. Between 1846 and 1850 he constructed the GS&W Railway from Thurles to Cork including the tunnel through Blackpool and the Cork Blackrock & Passage Railway. William was a dynamic, engaging, bibulous figure, whose formidable abilities created the infrastructure for modern Ireland, where there is scarcely a town untouched by his genius. Williams Dargan’s story is that of a true patriot and honourable man who lived and worked for his country and its people. This lecture will cover the achievements of one of Ireland’s greatest Engineers, with a particularly focus on his legacy in Cork. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  25/11/2015  Site visit to Eli Lilly, Dunderrow, Kinsale Co. Cork This is a joint event between the Cork Region and the Chemical & Process Division of Engineers Ireland Time: 18:30 About the event: Eli Lilly are offering Engineers Ireland members the opportunity to visit the Kinsale API site and to tour the new IE43 mAb Facility. We will be hosting other visitors from the ISPE, IChemE and ISA on the same evening Agenda: • Introduction to Lilly Kinsale API Manufacturing Site and Safety Orientation • Background to IE43 mAb facility construction. • Bus Tour of site and Tour of IE43 Facility with outline of its operations • Refreshments Q&A Approx overall duration 2-2.5Hrs. Admission is free, but booking is required as numbers are limited to 15 per institution due to tour logistics etc.. We need to have a list of names by Tuesday Nov 17th so we can redistribute any undersubscribed places. The Eli Lilly site is located on the R605 Bandon to Kinsale road with the main entrance on the Kinsale side of Dunderrow village. Park in the main car park and follow the local directions. BOOKING REQUIRED Contact: Denis O Mahony (domahony@lilly.com) Location: Eli Lilly, Dunderrow, Kinsale  24/11/2015  Site Visit - One Albert Quay Development Time 18:30 Developed by John Cleary Developments, One Albert Quay is designed to Gold LEED standard and is the most significant new development in Cork City Centre in many years. Its seven floors offer over 170,450 ft2 of high quality sustainable ‘Grade A’ office space, and are located over a double level basement. This tour will include all aspects of the construction, including the double tanked basement, fast track construction, high energy efficient specifications and innovative use of new technologies. See link for details Location: Albert Quay Cork Click here for more information  24/11/2015  Shard of London #### DEFERRAL NOTIFICATION ### LECTURE RESCHEDULED TO 26th January 2016 Speaker: Mr. John Parker, Senior Technical Director (WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff UK) Joint Lecture with IStructE & Irish Concrete Society Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  18/11/2015  Process Technologies in the Dairy Industry Time 6pm John Tobin will discuss the recent developments in advanced dairy processing research and technology Speaker: John Tobin is a senior research officer in dairy science and process engineering with the food chemistry and technology department in Teagascs Moorepark facility. His primary research interests include the links between dairy science, process technology and process engineering Location: Moorpark Research Centre, Fermoy  17/11/2015  Registered Titles of the Institution - Briefing Speaker: Shirley McDonald, Associate Director Membership, Engineers Ireland Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 (More details to follow) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  12/11/2015  Technical Report Writing Engineers Ireland Technical Report Writing Course (12&13 November) To refine participants’ report writing skills and enable them to communicate more effectively with their readers. For more details visit http://www.engineersireland.ie/groups/regions/cork/events/technical-report-writing.aspx Location: Clayton Hotel Silver Springs, Tivoli, Cork  10/11/2015  Electric Vehicles & Electromobility Speaker: Ian Winning, Cork City Council Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Synopsis: The roll-out of EVs and Electromobility is set in the context of European Union policies. The experience and challenges associated with the deployment of EVs on Cork City Council’s fleet are discussed in some detail. The steps which culminated in the deployment of an EV as a ‘Cardiac First Responder’ by the Cork City Fire Brigade are presented. The Barriers to the uptake of EVs and the Successes as identified on the Green eMotion Project are highlighted as the basis for further discussion. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  09/11/2015  Functional Safety (IEC 61508 and IEC 61511) Speaker: Dil Wetherill, Risknowlogy The presentation will provide an overview of two important standards for managing hazards in process and other industries. Key concepts such as Functional Safety Management, Competency, Assessment, Verification and Validation will be discussed and the safety lifecycle will be reviewed, so that the responsibilities for various players in a typical project (design contractors, systems integrators, end users) can be understood. The legal status of the standards will also be explained. The standards being presented are complex and detailed - but they are based on a simple risk based approach, married to sound engineering practices. The presentation will focus on describing these basic elements so that the requirements of the standards can be seen in context of the overall approach. This lecture will be of interest to automation, mechanical and process engineers, and anyone else involved in the implementation of automated safety systems. Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 See Details below.. Note that the Risknowlogy eBook - SIL and Functional Safety in a Nutshell - is available online (https://risknowlogy.com/product/sil-functional-safety-nutshell/). Engineers Ireland members may enter the code “Engsireland” to get a 50% discount (list price $19.99). Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  09/11/2015  Cork Science Festival Cork Science Festival 09-20 November 2015 For more details visit http://www.corksciencefestival.ie/ Location: Cork  05/11/2015  The Essentials for Design of a Large Multi-Product Milk Processing Complex The lecture will address the fundamentals requiring consideration by clients, engineers and project management companies embarking on the development of a new milk and milk by-product processing centre. During this presentation John Dowling of PM Group will cover the essential areas including: Decisions on site Site layout design principles (including process, utility, amenities and support functions) Expandability and Future-proofing Masterplanning Health and Safety John will also discuss Market- Ready Design approach for the roll out of a standardised facility design over a number of sites. For members in the Cork region, UCC School of Engineering will host a group viewing of this event at the Western Gateway Campus to facilitate discussion and networking from 6.00pm. Queries on this live group viewing can be emailed to Ronan Duggan (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) or further information can be found at the link below http://www.engineersireland.ie/groups/divisions/agriculture-and-food/events/the-essentials-for-design-of-a-large-multi-product.aspx Location: Western Gateway Building, Western Road, UCC  03/11/2015  Eli Lilly IE43 Biotech Facility Speaker Ultan McKibben Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Joint event with Chem & Process Div, IChemE, ISPE In 2012 Eli Lilly announced the construction of a new €330m plant at their site outside Kinsale in Cork. The development, currently in late stage commissioning phase, consists of a 244,000 sq ft manufacturing facility on 3 floors including cleanroom process areas and ancillary functions including Utilities, Offices, Labs and Warehouse. This project has involved the use of a multi-continent design workshare program, procurement of equipment from worldwide vendors including China and all site elements of the project managed by the Lilly Project Team including Automation design. The lecture will be of particular interest to those in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, and to anyone responsible for the design or delivery of a complex multidiscipline capital project. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  02/11/2015  George Boole Day For more details visit http://georgeboole.com/ Location: Cork  28/10/2015  Workings of a Multi-Disciplinary Engineering Design Team PM Group, Engineers Ireland Young Engineers Society (Cork Region) and the All Ireland Member Group of the IChemE will host an information evening of interest to engineers of all disciplines. On the night, the attendee will hear information about PM Group as an organisation, sectors in which PM Group operates and examples of some flagship projects, past and present. The attendee will also hear a presentation on the ‘Workings of a Multidisciplinary Engineering Design Team’, which will aim to highlight the key stages of a multidiscipline design project and the interactions which take place among the various disciplines. Time 7pm Free. Event is open to non-members Contact: Chris O’Donnell, PM Group chris.odonnell@pmgroup-global.com, YES@engineersirelandcork.ie, or Denis Ring, d.ring@ucc.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  21/10/2015  STEPS A Volunteer Workshop will be held in the Rochestown Park Hotel on Wed 21st Oct. A Networking Event for STEPS Volunteers will also be held in the Region; refer to the website for details. ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED More details and booking details can be found by copying and pasting this link into your browser... http://steps.ie/volunteers/news/steps-volunteer-workshop-cork-region.aspx Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  19/10/2015  Autumn CPD Series #4 - Drainage Design & Flood Management This 4 night series of lectures will address all aspect of designer and operator responsibilities for drainage and flooding. Expert Speakers from Cork City Council OPW, Irish Water & Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) 28th Sept.: Local Authority Response to Flooding in an Urban Area 05th Oct. : Flood Risk Management – OPW Perspective 12th Oct. : Managing Combined Systems 19th Oct. : Drainage Standards for National Roads Time: 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) LECTURE #4 – Drainage Standards for National Roads Christian Nea - Environmental Engineer, Transport Infrastructure Ireland Admission is FREE to Engineers Ireland members (fee applies for non-members) on production of membership card/ number. Book online at www.engineersireland.ie or reserve your place by copying this link into your web browser and completing the booking details: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BPPPYPN Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  16/10/2015  "Come as quickly as possible old man" - Wireless telegraphy on board the Titanic Speaker:Dr Elizabeth Bruton, University of Oxford Location: Cobh (meeting at 18:00) Joint event with IET Assemble in Titanic centre for tea/coffee at 18:00. Tour of the Titanic centre at 18:30. Lecture in the Sirius Art Centre (formerly the RCYC) at 19:00. All are welcome, but you need to register by emailing: michael.odonovan@cit.ie Location: Titanic Centre, Cobh, Co. Cork Click here for more information  15/10/2015  National Space Centre Site Visit Site Visit organised by YES Cork Region Date & Time: October 15th at 6.15pm The number of places available for this event is limited to 20. Booking is required and on a first come first served basis, by emailing (YES@engineersirelandcork.ie) or contacting Evan on (021) 4665923. Location: Elfordstown Earthstation, Midleton Click here for more information  15/10/2015  Introduction to IGEM/G/5 - Gas in flats The Institution of Gas Engineers & Managers (IGEM) are holding a Technical guidance and development workshop designed for a broad technical audience providing a comprehensive introduction to industry standard IGEM/G/5 which addresses best practice for the design, installation, operation and maintenance of gas installations for multi occupancy buildings. On completion of this course delegates will gain: - a detailed overview of IGEM/G/5 - an appreciation of the underpinning legislation and regulations - an understanding of the relationship with other IGEM standards - recognition of the fundamental engineering principles within IGEM/G/5 COURSE FEES APPLY See Link below for booking and further details (copy and past into browser) http://events.igem.org.uk/events/introduction-to-igemg5 Location: Hilton Dublin Airport  13/10/2015  A Consistent Approach to Agitator Design Nick Burton from SPX Flow Technology will discuss SPX‘s latest design software as well as general “mixing fundamentals” highlighting aspects of particular relevance to the pharmaceutical industry. Nick will also give a good insight into the thought processes for good agitator design Time 6:30pm Contact cilian.osuilleabhain@cit.ie Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  13/10/2015  HAZOP Study, Leadership and Management Event Type: IChemE Course 3 day course 13-15 October 2015 Designed for participants experienced in the HAZOP technique, the course thoroughly revises the principles of HAZOP, the group response required for HAZOP to be most effective, and then concentrates on the organisation, leadership and management of HAZOP study teams. See full details at the web page below: http://www.icheme.org/hazopstudy#.VhGlzflVikp Fees: IChemE member - €1976 + VAT at 23% Non-member - €2225 + VAT at 23% Location: Cork, Ireland  12/10/2015  Autumn CPD Series #3 - Drainage Design & Flood Management This 4 night series of lectures will address all aspect of designer and operator responsibilities for drainage and flooding. Expert Speakers from Cork City Council OPW, Irish Water & Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) 28th Sept.: Local Authority Response to Flooding in an Urban Area 05th Oct. : Flood Risk Management – OPW Perspective 12th Oct. : Managing Combined Systems 19th Oct. : Drainage Standards for National Roads Time: 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) LECTURE #3 – Managing Combined Systems Francis Finnerty Chartered Engineer and Pat Britton - Irish Water Admission is FREE to Engineers Ireland members (fee applies for non-members) on production of membership card/ number. Book online at www.engineersireland.ie or reserve your place by copying this link into your web browser and completing the booking details: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BPPPYPN Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  07/10/2015  Subsea Compression - Game Changer for the Atlantic Margin Event organised by Energy and Environment Division & Society of Petroleum Engineers (Ireland Section) Time: 18:30 (sharp) Speaker: Ashish Jain, - Principal Engineer, GE Oil & Gas The presentation will consist of a brief introduction to the Atlantic Margin prospect and the techno-economic challenges for successful development, by the Petroleum Affairs Division of the Department of Communications Energy and Natural Resources. The second part of the presentation by GE Oil & Gas will outline the process of developing the next generation subsea wet gas compression system from the initial brainstorming to a major collaborative technology initiative. Location: Webcast at UCC ERI Building Lee Road Click here for more information  06/10/2015  Site visit to Pfizer Solvent Recovery Unit in Ringaskiddy Pfizer Ringaskiddy`s solvent recovery plant was completely renovated in 2007 with the replacement of the existing columns by three new stills as part of a full set of 8 distillation modules onsite. The plant recovers solvent for both the Pfizer Ringaskiddy and Little Island sites. The columns may be operated in batch or semi-batch mode, and over a year 12 different separations are undertaken. These range from simple distillations to azeotropic separations. An unusual characteristic of the Ringaskiddy units is a dual column arrangement that allows recovery of either or both the light or heavy solvent as a pure product stream. This visit is an opportunity to see what is perhaps the largest and most complicated solvent recovery facility in Ireland. Time: 14:00 ###Places are limited so advance booking is essential### Contact cilian.osuilleabhain@cit.ie Location: Pfizer, Ringaskiddy Click here for more information  05/10/2015  Autumn CPD Series #2 - Drainage Design & Flood Management This 4 night series of lectures will address all aspect of designer and operator responsibilities for drainage and flooding. Expert Speakers from Cork City Council OPW, Irish Water & TII 28th Sept.: Local Authority Response to Flooding in an Urban Area 05th Oct. : Flood Risk Management – OPW Perspective 12th Oct. : Managing Combined Systems 19th Oct. : Drainage Standards for National Roads Time: 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) LECTURE #2 – Flood Risk Management - OPW Perspective Mark Adamson Chartered Engineer - Head of Flood Relief and Risk Management Admission is FREE to Engineers Ireland members (fee applies for non-members) on production of membership card/ number. Book online at www.engineersireland.ie or reserve your place by copying this link into your web browser and completing the booking details: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BPPPYPN Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  03/10/2015  George Boole Tour & Documentary Screening Two special tours are being arranged for Engineer Ireland members on the 3rd October at 2:00pm and at 2:30pm. We hope many members will bring their friends and families. The tour includes a visit to the Aula Maxima, the Ogam Stones Collection, the Main Quadrangle and the refurbished Crawford Observatory. This tour also includes a visit to a special Boole Library Exhibition where you can see an actual copy of his magnum opus - An Investigation into The Laws of Thought - and a digitised version with which you can turn the pages. The tour lasts approximately 80 minutes and is largely indoors but rain gear is advised for walking between buildings. All the buildings on the tour are within a short distance of each other. The tour is non-technical and has a broad appeal to families, particularly to children - of all ages! After the tour, you can see a private screening of the George Boole documentary film that was shown on RTE1 on 1st September. This will be shown immediately following the end of the second tour at 4:05pm and lasts 58 minutes. ADMISSION IS FREE BUT BOOKING IS RECOMMENDED SEE ATTACHED FLYER OR See the following website for more details: http://www.georgeboole.com/ Location: UCC Click here for more information  01/10/2015  New Approaches and Technologies in Biopharmaceuticals Time 18:00 to 21:00 Seminar includes: 18:15 - Introduction - Caroline Spillane (DG Engineers Ireland) 18:30 - Understanding Flexible Facilities (Dr David Estape M+W Group) 19:15 - Biobruden control in Biopharmaceuticals (Chris Davis - Jacobs Engineering) 20:00 - Considerations in deciding to `go-disposable` for high volume, high value biologics production (Gerald Kierans - Pfizer Grange Castle) See attached flyer for details ALL Welcome Location: Clyde Road and Live Streaming to Jacobs (Mahon Industrial Estate) Click here for more information  30/09/2015  Brewing in Ireland and Africa-including some technical case studies Event organied by Engineers Ireland - Chemical & Process Engineering Division Speaker: Ian Hamilton, Formerly Head Brewer at Smithwick’s Brewery Time: 6:30pm Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  28/09/2015  Autumn CPD Series #1 - Drainage Design & Flood Management This 4 night series of lectures will address all aspect of designer and operator responsibilities for drainage and flooding. Expert Speakers from Cork City Council OPW, Irish Water & NRA 28th Sept.: Local Authority Response to Flooding in an Urban Area 05th Oct. : Flood Risk Management – OPW Perspective 12th Oct. : Managing Combined Systems 19th Oct. : Drainage Standards for National Roads Time: 19:00 (Tea & Coffee from 18:30) LECTURE#1 – Local Authority Response to Flooding in an Urban Area Kevin Gallagher Chartered Engineer - Cork City Council Admission is FREE to Engineers Ireland members (fee applies for non-members) on production of membership card/ number. Book online at www.engineersireland.ie or reserve your place by copying this link into your web browser and completing the booking details: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BPPPYPN Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  25/09/2015  YES Oktoberfest Event organised by YES Cork Region Franciscan Well Brewery Tour at 18:30 BOOKING REQUIRED (SEE ATTACHED FOR DETAILS) For those who cannot make the tour at 18:30, YES Cork will be launching the 2015-16 events calendar after the tour in the Franciscan Well Brewery at 20.30 where complimentary pizza will be served. This is a great opportunity to meet people involved with YES Cork and learn about events for the upcoming year. Location: Franciscan Well Brewery Cork Click here for more information  15/09/2015  Tour of Lee Road Waterworks Tour of Lee Road Waterworks, with introduction by historian Dr. Colin Rynne, a Senior Lecturer of Archaeology at UCC. Time: Tuesday, 15th September at 18:30 Admission is FREE, however as numbers are limited this event is open to members only and booking is required Contact: Pádraig Leahy, 087-2313008, padraig@plas.ie Location: Lee Road Cork Click here for more information  28/08/2015  George Boole 200 Bicentenary Celebration University College Cork invites you to celebrate the life and legacy of George Boole, first Professor of Mathematics at UCC, at the George Boole 200 Bicentenary Celebration. The event will be held in University College Cork over the weekend Friday, 28 August 2015 at 18:30 - Sunday, 30 August 2015 at 17:00 (IST) University College Cork. Distinguished international and national experts will come together to provide an invaluable insight into the legacy of the founder of Boolean algebra and the forefather of the Information Age. The conference will provide a forum for a comprehensive and accessible celebration of Boole and his legacy. The conference is FREE and is open to the Irish academic community, the public, industry, and any other interested individuals or groups. The objectives of the event are: to celebrate the life and research of George Boole; to bring together distinguished academics and personalities to mark this occasion; and to provide an insight into the legacy of George Boole. In addition to the programme of talks, the celebration will feature a set of Thematic Sessions on the UCC Library Boole Collection; the genealogy of George Boole, and the renovation of Grenville Place. There will also be a set of parallel events and activities including: The Life and Legacy of George Boole exhibition; the Boolean Expressions Exhibition at Lewis Glucksman Gallery; Boole Campus Tours from the UCC Visitors Centre; and screenings of the new Boole documentary film. The full Programme of Events can be viewed here: http://booleconferences.ucc.ie/gbbc2015programme ## ADMISSION FREE ## Registration and programme details are available at: http://george-boole-bicentenary-celebration.eventbrite.ie Location: UCC Click here for more information  22/05/2015  Networking Evening The Engineers Ireland Cork Region – Young Engineers Society will be holding a Networking Evening on Friday 22nd May at 7pm in Sober Lane. This is a great opportunity to meet and socialise with fellow engineers in the Cork Region, particularly those with an interest in getting involved with the Young Engineers Society. New ideas for future events and ways of promoting the profession among younger members will be gratefully received. For those who wish to get involved on a more regular basis, the 2015-2016 YES committee will be elected on the night. If you are interested in attending please send an email to yes@engineersirelandcork.ie to confirm your attendance as we will be organising complimentary pizza and need to get an idea of numbers Location: Sober Lane Click here for more information  06/05/2015  Which fossil fuels must remain in teh ground to limit global warming? Engineers Ireland Energy and Environment Division Speaker: Dr Christopher McGlade (Institute for Sustainable Resources, UCL) Time: 18:00-18:30 Introduction (DCENR/UCC) 18:30-19:30 Lecture See link below for full details ALL WELCOME Location: Western Gateway Building, Western Road, UCC Click here for more information  30/04/2015  Impact of Expansion in the Dairy Sector on water demand and wastewater treatment Hosted by Engineers Ireland Agriculture and Food Engineering division in association with the Energy-Environment division, Water and Environmental Engineering society and the Cork Region This event comprsies a diary wastewater and treatment symposium at Moorepark Research Centre in Fermoy where the demands for additional water and mechanisms to cater for additional wastewater from intensified dairy farms, new diary product research and treatment technologies will be explored. This will be followed by lunch and a site visit to Dairygolds state of the art anaerobic digester and wastewater treatment works at Castlefarm, Mitchelstown. Please note that places are limited and bookings must be received by Tuesday 28th April Contact: Will Curran Agriculture and Food Engineering division will.d.curran@diageo.com Progamme & Booking Info attached Location: Moorepark Research Centre, Fermoy and site visit to Dairygold, Mitchelstown Click here for more information  26/04/2015  Golf Outing Event organised in conjunction with YES Cork Format - 3 ball scramble Tee times from 1400 Booking required. All welcome. Contribution applies. Location: Douglas Golf Club Click here for more information  14/04/2015  Cork Region Annual General Meeting Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – AGM starts at 19:00 All members are welcome and indeed encouraged to attend the AGM, hear the chairman's report on activities held during the year and discuss plans for 2015-2016. The committee for the coming year will be elected at the AGM and new members are always welcome. This is an opportunity for members in the region to become actively involved with Engineers Ireland at a local level and to influence its activities for the coming year. Agenda 1. Apologies 2. Chairman's Address 3. Minutes of AGM held on 13th May 2014 4. Matters arising from minutes 5. Honorary Secretary's report 6. Matters arising from Honorary's Secretary's report 7. Honorary Treasury's report 8. Matters arising from Honorary's Treasury's report 9. Election of Chairman 10. Election of Vice Chairman 11. Election of Secretary 12. Election of Treasurer 13. Election of Council Representative 14. Election of Liaison Committee Representative 15. Election of 3rd Level Liaison officer 16. Election of STEPS Liaison officer 17. Election of CPD Liaison officer 18. Election of Committee 19. Any other business Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  28/03/2015  SITE VISIT - Inniscarra Generating Station Time: 12:00 ESB’s Inniscarra Generating Station was constructed as part of the Lee Hydroelectric Scheme between 1952 and 1957 which is capable of producing enough green electricity to supply over 15,000 homes. During this visit participants will be brought on a guided tour of the dam and the generator hall during which you will learn about the many interesting aspects of the station’s construction and operation. You will also view a short film about the history and role of the Lee and other hydroelectric schemes. FREE EVENT - BOOKING REQUIRED - PLACES LIMITED Location: Inniscarra Co. Cork Click here for more information  25/03/2015  Conferring of Registered Titles and Presidential Address Time: 8pm ** NOTE CHANGE OF DATE ** All members are invited to attend Regina Morans Presidential Address on the - Convergence of Engineering and Technology to solve the Great global Challenges. Following the address members who were successful in attaining Engineers Ireland Registered Professional Titles will be conferred by the President. There will also be a presentation to the highest achieving engineering graduates from the classes of 2014 in CIT and UCC. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  24/03/2015  “innealtóireachta sa sport” aontaithe. An Roth Lecture Speaker: An t-Ollamh Conchúr Ó Brádaigh (UCC) Summary: The engineering research that has been carried out on hurling equipment over the last 15-20 years will be described in this lecture. The mechanical and physical characterisation of hurley ash using both static and dynamic testing will also be presented, and the material described as a natural composite material. Development of composite hurleys will be presented and current artificial hurleys on the market discussed. Sliotar testing and test standard developments are presented, including water-uptake, impact, rebound and flight distance testing. The development of the new hurling helmet testing standard, IS 355 is also described. Time: 19:00 (Tea/Coffee from 18:30) Location: UCC Civil Engineering Building (Room G9) Click here for more information  11/03/2015  Annual Seminar 2015 SEMINAR DEFERRED TO APRIL/MAY 2015 More Details to follow Check our website for updates Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  10/03/2015  Electric Vehicles .... CANCELLED #### CANCELLED EVENT ### PLEASE NOTE....... The Evening Lecture scheduled for the 10th March by the Cork Region on Electric Vehicles has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. The Lecture will be rescheduled for another date in the future Speaker: Mr. Ian Winning, Eur Ing BE Chartered Engineer MIEI, Senior Executive Engineer, Cork City Council Synopsis: The roll-out of EVs and Electromobility is set in the context of European Union policies. The experience and challenges associated with the deployment of EVs on Cork City Council’s fleet are discussed in some detail. The steps which culminated in the deployment of an EV as a ‘Cardiac First Responder’ by the Cork City Fire Brigade are presented. The Barriers to the uptake of EVs and the Successes as identified on the Green eMotion Project are highlighted as the basis for further discussion. Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  04/03/2015  Developing a Product - getting your good idea to market Speaker: Padraig Leahy Time: 7:00pm The Cork region Young Engineers society are hosting a presentation on the process involved in developing an idea for a product or service and turning it a reality. The presenter on the evening will be Padraig Leahy, Chartered Engineer who has a wealth of experience in product development and manufacturing processes. Padraig will look at market research, treatment of intellectual property, route to market and finance. At the end of the lecture attendees should be able to assess the value of their idea and potentially develop it into a product. Fro further information contact: David Cotter Cork Region - Young Engineers society Tel: (021) 4665969 Email: YES@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Room G10, Civil Engineering Building, University College Cork  03/03/2015  Infrared, See the information you have been missing – Butler Technologies Speaker: David Doyle, Butler Technologies This talk will discuss how Infra-Red cameras can give you information about plant and equipment that cannot be seen with the human eye. He will demonstrate how to best use a thermal camera to collect and analyse this information to improve efficiency, contribute to preventative maintenance and improve safety. Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  24/02/2015  EU Directives - Machinery & Pressure Equipment Speaker: John Monroe Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  17/02/2015  Borders Rail Project Speaker: Brendan Meagher and Keith Tully, Bam Contractors. In 1969 the Waverley Route from Edinburgh to Carlisle closed as part of a major restructuring of the railways in the UK at the time. Almost 50 years later it is due to reopen later this year. In partnership with Network Rail, BAM have undertaken the reconstruction of this railway, which is the longest domestic railway to be constructed in the UK in over 100 years. The presentation aims to explain the development of the project, how Bam Contractors got involved. This presentation will give an insight into the design and construction challenges associated with the rebuilding of 50km of Victorian railway. Finally, we will briefly outline the construction of the rail track and associated S&T(signalling and telecoms). Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  14/02/2015  Site Visit: LÉ Samuel Beckett This event entails a tour of the engineering aspects of the recently commissioned Naval Vessel the LÉ Samuel Beckett (P61). The tour will be given by the ships Engineering Officer. Time: 11:00 BOOKING REQUIRED - SEE ATTACHED LINK Location: Cork City Centre Click here for more information  13/02/2015  Design Challenges in Sterile Manufacturing Engineers Ireland Chemical & Process Division joint IChemE event. Speakers from CIT, DPS Engineering, Janssen Biologics, Astellas and Jacobs Engineering (SEE ATTACHED FLYER FOR DETAILS) FREE EVENT  Time: Half Day Seminar (9am - 1pm) Room: IT5, Library Building Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  13/02/2015  Annual Dinner Time 8pm Tickets: €65 Dress: Black Tie        Contact: John Lapthorne (021) 4871026 Location: Maryborough Lodge and Spa Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  10/02/2015  CV & Interview Skills for Engineers Speaker: Mr. Paul Sheridan BE CEng MIEI Assoc. CIPD is Employment Services Manager with Engineers Ireland This event is aimed at students, graduates and practicing engineers who are interested in improving their employment prospects and highlighting their own unique selling points to a potential employer. Attendees will learn the best techniques for applying for a job, building a CV and developing the skills needed to succeed in an interview. BOOOKING REQUIRED. SEE ATTACHED LINK Location: Room B190, B Block, Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  09/02/2015  Emerging Membrane Technologies Engineers Ireland Chemical & Process Division Event FREE Event Speaker: Prof Eoin Casey, UCD, Chairman of OxyMem OxyMem produces highly efficient oxygen transferring membranes which significantly reduce the quantity of air required for waste treatment. The ability to conduct both aerobic and anaerobic processes in a single tank reduces the quantity of pH buffer required. This technology reduces energy consumption and operating costs. This event should be of interest to those in the Food and Pharma industries as well as those in Local Authorities. Time 18:30 Room: IT5, Library Building For Further Information Please Contact: cilian.osuilleabhain@cit.ie Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  03/02/2015  Cork City Development Plan 2015-2021 Speaker: Mr. Pat Ledwidge Director of Services – Strategic Planning and Economic Development, Cork City Council Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Pat will give a summary of the Draft Cork City Development Plan 2015-2021. The new plan will set out the overall strategy for the future development of Cork City. All Welcome & FREE to All Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  30/01/2015  Wine Tasting Time: 7:30pm with Joe Karwig, Wine Importer Booking required (places limited) This social event is open to members of all ages and will entail an evening of relaxation and fine wines,presented by an expert in world wines. Joe will explore the subtleties and character of a number of distinctive wine varieties and will offer the opportunity to broaden your horizons by tasting a selection of distinctly different wines. NOTE: As this is a social event guests are welcome, however the number of places available for this event is limited so booking is advised. See flyer for Booking Details Location: River Lee Hotel Click here for more information  27/01/2015  Developing A Product – Idea to Market Speaker: Padraig Leahy Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 (Please check website for updates) All Welcome & FREE to All Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  20/01/2015  Flooding in the Lower Lee Speaker: Ken Leahy/Kevin Gallagher LECTURE DEFERRED TO APRIL 2015 (Please check website for updates) All Welcome & FREE to All Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  13/01/2015  The Daly Suspension Bridge Speaker: Vikram Pakrashi (UCC) Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Topic: Dalys Bridge is a historic steel suspension footbridge in Ireland, known locally as the ‘Shaky Bridge’ for its noticeable movement under pedestrian loading. Daly’s bridge has been instrumented and tested recently for static and dynamic responses and a model of the bridge has been established in the process. The talk will focus on this modelling and testing. Video analysis and a new signal processing technique have been successfully applied to this bridge to identify its natural frequency. The study highlights the complexity and importance of full scale testing with good models and signal processing techniques for pedestrian bridge structures Location: Room G10, Civil and Environmental Engineering, School of Engineering, University College Cork Click here for more information  06/01/2015  Climate Change – Implications for Engineers Speaker: Owen Gaffney, Director of Communications, International Geosphere Biosphere Programme, Stockholm Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Summary: There is now overwhelming evidence that humanity’s impact on the planet is on the scale of great geological forces. This is changing Earth’s life support system in profound ways. Scientists now argue that humans have pushed Earth into a new geological epoch – the Anthropocene. Climate is perhaps the greatest challenge facing civilization. Societies must decarbonise to avoid the worst consequences. But they must also adapt to inevitable change. Nations have agreed to a global target of 2 degrees Celsius above pre-Industrial times. What will it take to meet this target? This lecture will discuss the concept of the Anthropocene, the imperative to act and potential solutions, including geoengineering – large-scale interference in the global climate system. All Welcome & FREE to All Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  10/12/2014  Indoor Karting Time : 19:30 This event entails a thrilling evening of indoor go-karting which will last for approximately 90 minutes. Each person will get a minimum of 50 laps in separate heats, culminating in a gripping 15 lap final between the top 10 racers. After karting, we will gather in the function room where complimentary finger food will be served. The event provides the perfect social platform to have some Christmas themed fun and mark the end of 2014. BOOKING REQUIRED Location: Kartmania, Little Island, Cork Click here for more information  09/12/2014  Resolving Unfinished Housing Estates Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Speaker: Felix McKenna, NAMA Content: * NAMA - The story so far * NAMA’s interaction with unfinished estates * Case Studies * Identifying responsible stakeholders * Facilitating solutions All Welcome & FREE to All Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  03/12/2014  National Maritime College Site Visit  FREE event open to members and non-members. Booking Recommended Time: 5pm Contact YES (yes.at.engineerisirelandcork.dot.ie) and see attached link for more details Location: NMCI Ringaskiddy Click here for more information  02/12/2014  Septic Tanks National Inspection Plan – The Cork Experience Speakers: Mahmoud Shaladan, Frank O Flynn Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  25/11/2014  Rana Plaza: A Catalyst for Change - Structural Safety Assessments of Textile Factory Buildings in Bangladesh Joint Lecture: EI Cork Region and IStructE Speakers : Aidan Madden and Billy Allen (ARUP Consulting Engineers) Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 All Welcome & FREE to All Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  19/11/2014  Photography for Engineers Time 19:00 This talk will give attendees an introduction to photography in a work setting with hints and tips on composition, lighting and equipment. Our speaker will run through different scenarios/issues and show how to take the optimum photos in each, with examples from engineering and forensics. The requirements for legally admissible photos will also be discussed. The talk will be followed by a Q&A session. BOOKING IS RECOMMENDED Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  18/11/2014  3D Printing – What is it and how will it affect the Built Environment & manufacturing Speker: Paul Lee Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  11/11/2014  Risk Management – Asbestos & Legionella Speaker: Paul Enright and Liam Broderick, HBE Risk Management Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  04/11/2014  Registered Titles Briefing Session Speaker: Shirley McDonald, Associate Director Membership Time: 18:30 for Tea/Coffee – Lecture starts at 19:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  28/10/2014  Fusion - powering our future? Joing lecture Engineers Ireland (Cork Region) and IET SPEAKER: Margaret Graham CEng, FIET (Culham Science Centre, Abingdon, UK) ABOUT: Where will we get our energy in the future? The presentation discusses the prospects for nuclear fusion, a hugely promising technology that is the subject of intensive research around the world. The talk will focus on work at the European JET experiment at Culham Centre for Fusion Energy in the UK. It will cover the progress and the challenges in controlling fusion plasma ten times hotter than the Sun in what has been called one of the -grand engineering challenges of the 21st century. Time: 6.30pm Tea & Coffee served, Lecture at 7.00pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  21/10/2014  CPD4 The Building Control (Amendment) Regulations The CPD series of four evening lectures will deal with changes to the Building Control Regulations introduced in March 2014. 1. Code of Practice for Inspection and Certification of Building Works - Development, Status, Overview and Framework – John O Connor, Chief Executive,Housing Agency 2. Evolution, implementation and operation of the Building Control Management System (BCMS) – Mairead Phelan, Fingal Co Council 3. Legal Liability of the Assigned Certifier (and managing this liability) – Barrett Chapman, McCann Fitzgerald Solicitors 4. Insurance implications for Engineers and others – Graeme Tinney, Griffiths & Armour Professional Risks This Course is offered FREE to current Engineers Ireland members on production of a valid Membership Card/Number. Non-Members welcome - €30 per lecture fee applies. (€100 discounted rate for complete series of 4 paid by 30/09/14) All Lectures begin at 7pm with Tea & Coffee from 6:30pm Booking Recommended – Please reserve your place by email: cpd2014@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  17/10/2014  YES Oktoberfest and Events Calendar Launch The Cork Region Young Engineers Society brings you this tour of Cork’s most loved brewery guided by the man who knows best - the Master Brewer. Lasting approximately 90 minutes, the tour will explain the general principles that are involved in brewing and conclude with a guided tasting of a number of the famous beers produced by the Franciscan Well Brewery. For those who cannot make the tour at 6.30, YES Cork will be launching the 2014-2015 events calendar after the tour in the Franciscan Well Brewery at 8.30 where complimentary pizza will be served. This is a great opportunity to meet people involved with YES Cork and learn about events for the upcoming year. Admission The cost is for the tour is €10 per person but places are limited to 20 by the venue. To book your place.... Booking is required and places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Bookings should be made by email to Alan at YES@engineersirelandcork.ie or by phone to 021 4809800 Location: The Franciscan Well Brewery, North Mall, Cork  13/10/2014  CPD3 The Building Control (Amendment) Regulations The CPD series of four evening lectures will deal with changes to the Building Control Regulations introduced in March 2014. 1. Code of Practice for Inspection and Certification of Building Works - Development, Status, Overview and Framework – John O Connor, Chief Executive,Housing Agency 2. Evolution, implementation and operation of the Building Control Management System (BCMS) – Mairead Phelan, Fingal Co Council 3. Legal Liability of the Assigned Certifier (and managing this liability) – Barrett Chapman, McCann Fitzgerald Solicitors 4. Insurance implications for Engineers and others – Graeme Tinney, Griffiths & Armour Professional Risks This Course is offered FREE to current Engineers Ireland members on production of a valid Membership Card/Number. Non-Members welcome - €30 per lecture fee applies. (€100 discounted rate for complete series of 4 paid by 30/09/14) All Lectures begin at 7pm with Tea & Coffee from 6:30pm Booking Recommended – Please reserve your place by email: cpd2014@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  09/10/2014  Advances in Transmission & Distribution Metering Solutions A one-day interactive workshop providing the latest updates and innovations in the transmission and distribution metering world. A great opportunity to understand how other groups are applying the technology and exchange ideas with leading experts in the field. Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Event organised by Institution of Gas Engineers (IGEM) Book your place at http://events.igem.org.uk Location: Park Inn Cork Airport, Cork Click here for more information  07/10/2014  Control Valves Lecture organised by the Engineers Ireland Chemical & Process Division in conjunction with the Cork Region. Speaker: Paul McCarthy (Valve Services Ltd and Samson Controls Ltd.) Time: 6:30pm More details to follow Location: Cork Institute of Technology  07/10/2014  Control Valves Joint lecture between Engineers Ireland Chemical & Process Division and the Cork Region. Speaker: Mr. Paul McCarthy / Mr. Ulrich Rohlfs Valve Services Ltd and Samson Controls Ltd Time 18:30 Room: TBC Location: Cork Institute of Technology  07/10/2014  CPD2 The Building Control (Amendment) Regulations The CPD series of four evening lectures will deal with changes to the Building Control Regulations introduced in March 2014. 1. Code of Practice for Inspection and Certification of Building Works - Development, Status, Overview and Framework – John O Connor, Chief Executive,Housing Agency 2. Evolution, implementation and operation of the Building Control Management System (BCMS) – Mairead Phelan, Fingal Co Council 3. Legal Liability of the Assigned Certifier (and managing this liability) – Barrett Chapman, McCann Fitzgerald Solicitors 4. Insurance implications for Engineers and others – Graeme Tinney, Griffiths & Armour Professional Risks This Course is offered FREE to current Engineers Ireland members on production of a valid Membership Card/Number. Non-Members welcome - €30 per lecture fee applies. (€100 discounted rate for complete series of 4 paid by 30/09/14) All Lectures begin at 7pm with Tea & Coffee from 6:30pm Booking Recommended – Please reserve your place by email: cpd2014@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  30/09/2014  CPD1 The Building Control (Amendment) Regulations The CPD series of four evening lectures will deal with changes to the Building Control Regulations introduced in March 2014. 1. Code of Practice for Inspection and Certification of Building Works - Development, Status, Overview and Framework – John O Connor, Chief Executive,Housing Agency 2. Evolution, implementation and operation of the Building Control Management System (BCMS) – Mairead Phelan, Fingal Co Council 3. Legal Liability of the Assigned Certifier (and managing this liability) – Barrett Chapman, McCann Fitzgerald Solicitors 4. Insurance implications for Engineers and others – Graeme Tinney, Griffiths & Armour Professional Risks This Course is offered FREE to current Engineers Ireland members on production of a valid Membership Card/Number. Non-Members welcome - €30 per lecture fee applies. (€100 discounted rate for complete series of 4 paid by 30/09/14) All Lectures begin at 7pm with Tea & Coffee from 6:30pm Booking Recommended – Please reserve your place by email: cpd2014@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  15/09/2014  2014-2015 - Calendar Details being Finalised - Check back shortly Location:  01/09/2014  2014-2015 Programme The Cork Region Committee is currently organising the 2014-2015 Calendar of Events. Once the details have been finalised we will publish them here. More to follow.... Location: Cork  01/09/2014  2014-2015 Programme Details are currently being prepared and will be available shortly. Check back later Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  26/06/2014  Engineers Ireland Cork Region - Young Engineers Society: Networking Evening & AGM This event is a great opportunity to meet and socialise with fellow engineers in the Cork Region, particularly those with an interest in getting involved with the Young Engineers Society. New ideas for future events and ways of promoting the profession among younger members will be gratefully received. For those who wish to get involved on a more regular basis, a new YES committee will also be elected on the night. Time: 7pm For more information contact Alan Costello Tel: 021-4809800 email: YES@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Sober Lane, Sullivans Quay, Cork.  21/05/2014  Visit to Aghada Power Station Event jointly organised by Engineers Ireland and IChemE Time: 10.30am The plant comprises two stations; the first 528MW was commissioned in 1980 with the second 435MW added in 2010. Unit 1 is a gas-fired conventional steam turbine plant of 258MW capacity. CT11, CT12 and CT14 are three open cycle gas turbines which are gas or distillate fired, each with a capacity of approximately 90MW. In April 2010, the capacity of the station was increased from 528MW to 963MW when a new state-of-the-art 435MW Combined Cycle Gas Turbine entered commercial operation. The gas-fired plant is one of the most efficient and cleanest plants in Europe and generates enough electricity to supply approximately 8% of power demand in the Single Electricity Market. Aghada Generating Station is also the only power station which serves all three market segments of baseload, mid-merit and peaking demand. The new plant, which was constructed over a 30 month period at a cost of €360m, entered commercial operations in 2010. This tour will be of interest to engineers involved in the energy, oil and gas, water treatment and facilities sectors. Numbers are limited to 20 so the tour will be filled on a first come basis. PPE will be provided onsite but safety shoes should be brought by participants if possible. Booking: Admission is free. Places are strictly limited (Max 20 persons). Advanced booking is required, Please contact Denis Ring (d.ring@ucc.ie) to register. Location: Aghada Power Station, Whitegate, Co. Cork  13/05/2014  Cork Region Annual General Meeting ### NOTE CHANGE OF DATE ### Time: 18:30 (tea/coffee from 18:00) All members are welcome and indeed encouraged to attend the AGM, hear the chairmans report on activities held and discuss plans for 2014-2015. The committee for the coming year will be elected at the AGM and new members with fresh ideas are always welcome so, if you are interested in becoming more active in the Cork region, do come along on May 13th or email the Chairman at brian_cassidy@corkcity.ie All members Welcome and encouraged to attend For more details contact Brian Cassidy (Chairman Cork Region) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  06/05/2014  Building Control (Amendment) Regulations 2014 and the Building Control Management System Speaker: Mr. Patrick Nestor, MSCSI MRICS Time: 1830 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Synopsis: The introduction of the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations, 2014 is a step change in the design and inspection of construction works in Ireland. This presentation is intended to support those using the new Building Control Management System, including designers, assigned certifiers and builders. The focus will be on; * roles and responsibilities of various parties to construction projects; * the use of the online Building Control Management System; * lodgement of commencement notices, certificates, inspection plans, drawings and other documents; * engagement with Building Control during construction; * requirements at Completion. Fee/ Booking: Admission is free. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  24/04/2014  Inspiring Change: Promoting engineering as a career choice for girls Time 18:00 About the event: 44% of secondary school students believe that STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and maths) are more suited to males than females. What’s more, a lack of female role models in this sector contributes to these negative perceptions. (ref..Accenture, Powering economic growth: Attracting more young women into science and technology, 2014) Help STEPS change that by volunteering to visit girls’ schools and talk about the opportunities open to them in engineering. This workshop is aimed at, but not exclusive to, female engineers and will: a) provide resources for presenting to a student audience and delivering hands-on activities; b) advise on best practice in communicating with a primary or post primary audience; c) look at the particular needs of female students and how to address these; d) support discussion and networking with your peers; e) outline how volunteers are matched with suitable schools and help to arrange your visit. To register your attendance... This workshop is free of charge, however please email Margot Kenny at mkenny@engineersireland.ie to reserve your place. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  22/04/2014  Conferring of Registered Titles and Persidential Address Speaker: Engineers Irleland President Dr. John O Dea Time 20:00 ALL WELCOME Presentation of Certificates to successful recipients of Fellow of the Institution (FIEI), Chartered Engineer (CEng MIEI), Associate Engineer (AEng MIEI) and Engineering Technician (EngTech MIEI) Presidential Address Synopsis: In his address President John O Dea will explore Irelands role in the thriving medical devices sector. The industry last year represented over €6.5bn of exports from Ireland (second only to Germany), and employs 26,000 people. John has always had a great love of medicine, and having chosen engineering as a career in 1980, has come to appreciate how working in this industry affords the best of both worlds, having the ability to better the healthcare of many more patients than one could ever hope to encounter in medical practice. Irish engineers play a vital role in working with physicians to develop and mature ideas into commercial reality. Medical device innovation needs both disciplines to work together, traversing the route from bedside to bench to bedside. A central theme of Johns presidency is highlighting the role the engineer plays in improvements in healthcare. With 15 of the worlds top 25 multinational healthcare companies based in Ireland, employing many engineers, it is fair to say that the new medical device technologies that will benefit patients in the next decade are already at advanced stages of manufacturing start-up around the country innovating in a variety of areas such as stroke management, cancer treatment, orthopaedics and surgery. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  09/04/2014  Annual Seminar 2014 - Digital State: Evolving Engineering As our engineering world evolves with the digital age, this seminar looks to explore how information, communication and technology (ICT) is playing an ever increasing role in traditional engineering functions, and how it can be harnessed to collective greater gain. Confirmed Speakers include: • Prof. Cian O’Mathuna (Tyndall Institute) • Dr Dominic O’Sullivan (UCC) • Dr Dirk Pesch (Nimbus Centre) • Kevin Twomey (EMC) Further details on each of the speakers can be found through this link (select, copy and paste link into your browser): http://www.engineersirelandcork.ie/files/Engineers%20Ireland%20Seminar%202014-Digital%20State%20Speaker%20Listing.pdf Time: 09.30 - 14.00 (lunch included) (Registration from 9.00am) Fee: FREE for EI Members. (€50 fee for non-members) BOOKING REQUIRED (seminar2014@engineersirelandcork.ie) See link below for more details. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  08/04/2014  Marine Renewable Energy Ireland (MAREI) Joint lecture with the IET Speaker: Prof. Conchúr Ó Brádaigh, Professor of Energy Engineering at UCC Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Synposis: Prof. Ó Brádaigh will present the recent developments in the Marine Renewable Energy Ireland (MaREI) Centre, hosted by University College Cork and involving 4 other Irish Universities and 45 SME and MNC companies. He will also cover the construction of the Beaufort Building and IMERC Campus in Ringaskiddy, and associated renewable energy research at the University. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  25/03/2014  Providence Energy - Barryroe Oilfield Speaker: John O Sullivan Technical Director Providence Resources Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Providence Resources, the leading Irish oil and gas exploration company is currently engaged in a multi-year multi-basin drilling programme around the island of Ireland. This programme has been catalysed by improvements in oil pricing, offshore technology, gas infrastructure and modern ‘fit-for-purpose’ fiscal terms. The first well which was drilled in 2011/12 as part of this programme, was on the Barryroe Oilfield, c. 50 km off the south coast of Ireland. This presentation will review the latest analysis of the data from that well together with its subsequent integration into a full field model. Potential development concepts will also be discussed for what is likely to become Ireland’s first commercial oilfield development project. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  21/03/2014  Building Regulatory Engineering With the introduction of the new builidng control inspection regime and certification process just around the corner, now is a good time to learn or refresh on all aspects of the building regulations and their associated technical guidance documents. Cork Institute of Technology are running their 6th weekend delivery of their very successful 4 weekend course in "Building Regulatory Engineering" starting on Friday night the 21st March 2014. Different areas of building regulations are covered each weekend, from 6-9pm on a Friday night, and on Saturday from 9am until 4pm. An assessment is taken at the end of each weekend, and no formal end of module examination is required. This extensive course on the building regulations is available at the very reasonably cost of 495Euro. These courses generally have a range of participants from recent graduates to very experienced practising professionals, and they get very positive feed back from all participants. Class sizes are kept small to allow active involvement and to maximise the learning experience It you are interested please visit the CIT website http://www.cit.ie/course/CRCBREG8 Location: Cork Institute of Technology  18/03/2014  Bandon Flood Relief Scheme Speaker: Kieran Thornton Technical Director, Byrne Looby Partners Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Kieran Thornton will discuss this €10m project designed to provide Bandon with localised flood relief. The project is one of the first drainage schemes to be commenced under the Arterial Drainage Act following the implementation of the Floods Directive. It is also one of the first to be designed following the pilot Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) Study. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  11/03/2014  Bandon and Sarsfield Roads Flyovers Project Speaker: TBC from SIAC / ARUP / RPS Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) More Details to follow ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  04/03/2014  Midleton Distillery Expansion Cork Region Joint event with the Chemical & Process and Food & Agriculture Divisions Time 18:00 (Tea/Coffee from 17:30) The visit will consist of a presentation by Brian Nation, Master Distiller, followed by a tour of the new Garden Stillhouse. This event follows recent completion of a €100m investment by Irish Distillers in Midleton This project doubled capacity to meet increased global demand for Irish Whiskey while maintaining production throughout. PLACES LIMITED - SEE ATTACHED TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE Location: Jameson Heritage Centre, Old Distillery, Midleton, Co. Cork Click here for more information  25/02/2014  Developments  and Applications of  Laser scanning in Engineering, Architecture and Heritage Speaker: Barry O Keeffe, Manager Cork Office, Murphy Surveys Ltd Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Murphy Surveys are dedicated to developing innovative survey outputs across a range of engineering disciplines. Laser Scanning has been central in ensuring that Murphy Surveys remains at the cutting edge of technology and committed to addressing our clients’ changing needs. The talk will trace their early use of this exciting technology on Heritage projects, to re-thinking their own approach to traditional surveying projects. It will follow their journey into 3D modelling, for Architectural, Structural and Mechanical projects and will showcase some of the more interesting projects along the way. The exciting new developments with regard to BIM and Asset Management will also be discussed. To see more about this event view this YouTube clip.... http://youtu.be/mjYGcrK8xIQ ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  21/02/2014  Table Quiz (in aid of Cork Penny Dinners) This event provides a great opportunity to meet and socialise with friends, colleagues and members of Engineers Ireland Cork Region, while also supporting a very worthy local charity. The quiz will cover a wide variety of topics such as general knowledge, history, sport, entertainment and current affairs among many others. There will be a raffle on the night and light refreshments will be provided. Penny Dinners is one of Corks oldest caring organisations with the simple aim to give everyone who calls to the Centre a hot nourishing midday meal. Serving well over 1000 meals per week, the charity is funded by individuals, companies, and local organisations. For more information please go to www.corkpennydinners.ie. Location: Larry Tompkins Bar, Lavitts Quay, Cork. Click here for more information  19/02/2014  CV Writing Skills for Engineers This FREE event is aimed at students, graduates, or practicing engineers looking to transition to new employment, or those looking to bolster their CV and better highlight their own unique selling points. Attendees will learn the best techniques for applying for a job, building a CV, and the skills needed to succeed in an interview, and will learn how to better market themselves to potential employers. Contact: YES@engineersirelandcork.ie or c.m.hanley@umail.ucc.ie Location: County Hall, Carrigrohane Road, Cork Click here for more information  18/02/2014  The Mathematics of Horse Racing Speaker: Dr Williamn Forrest (Paddy Power.Com) Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Horse racing is a multi-billion euro sport and a major part of its economic importance is the gambling industry associated with it. This presentation will review the fundamental mathematics behind the industry, discuss optimal betting strategies and examine how punters traditionally try to beat the bookmaker. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  15/02/2014  Engineers Week 9-15 February 2014 Engineers Week is a week long programme of nationwide events with the aim of celebrating the world of engineering in Ireland. The aim of the week is to create a positive awareness and spark enthusiasm about the engineering profession to teachers, students and parents across the country. Engineers Week celebrates the engineering profession, grows awareness of engineers in the community, and showcases engineering as an exciting and diverse career option for students. The week is coordinated on a national basis by Engineers Ireland as part of the STEPS programme. Engineers Week 2014 is taking place from the 9th to the 15th February 2014. This year the theme is ‘Engineers – at the heart of our community’, and will highlight the vital role played by engineers in sustaining our people, towns and cities and the limitless possibilities a career in engineering can offer. The Cork Region is currently preparing for an active week including a Free Family Fun Day at the Lifetime Lab on the 15th February, and volunteer visits to schools. If you are interested in volunteering during Engineers Week 2014 please contact either Mick O’Donovan (087 3666281) or Kate Lehane (021 4819446) for details on how to get involved. Alternatively, contact us by email at volunteer@engineersirelandcork.ie. Location: Various - throughout Cork  11/02/2014  New NavaL Offshore Patrol Vessel Joint lecture with the IMAREST Speaker: Michael Malone CDR NS Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) The presentation will deal with the requirement to replace ageing ships, the area of operations for these new Irish Naval Service vessels and the design considerations involved in designing for the expected lifespan of 25 years. Cdr Malone will outline the procedure undertaken to ensure world class vessels could be designed and built within a designated time frame and on cost and to Classification Society requirements ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  07/02/2014  API Manufacturing: Continuous Processing Seminar Joint Event between Engineers Ireland and IChemE Speakers from: Pfizer, Eli Lilly, Commissioning Agents Inc., Genzyme Europe, CIT and MSD Ireland. Friday 7th February 9.00 to 13.00pm Admission : FREE Advance Registration : cilian.osuilleabhain@cit.ie See attached flyer for full details. Location: Performance Theatre, Bishopstown Campus, Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  07/02/2014  Flood Risk Mangement Conference NOTE THIS IS NOT AN ENGINEERS IRELAND ORGANISED EVENT Open Invitation Cobh & Harbour Chamber is holding a Conference on the issue of Flood Risk Management at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Little Island, Cork on the 7th February 2014. This an extremely important issue which effects many of the people of Cork City and County and will cover various aspects of Flood Risk Management - planning, environment, insurance, impact on community and business. Minister of State Brian Hayes will deliver the opening address and the conference consists of 6 prestigious speakers: • John Martin, Flood Risk Assessment & Management, OPW. • Eamonn Walsh, Senior Drainage Engineer, Cork City Council. • Senan Colleran, Hydro Mananger, ESB. • Tadhg O’Leary, Retailer, Blackpool. • David Keane, Cork County Engineer. • Eamonn Downey, Insurance Institute of Ireland. The conference begins at 9am, finishes at 4pm and includes questions & answers sessions. Tickets are priced at €75 which includes tea/coffee and lunch. Numbers are limited so booking early is advised by calling the Chamber office at 021-4813612. Payment can be made by Visa or cheque. Location: Radisson Blu Hotel, Little Island Click here for more information  04/02/2014  The BioMarin Facility in Ringaskiddy Speakers: ** Anna Lindeberg, Director of Manufacturing at BioMarin ** Dave O’Shea, Facilities Services Engineer. ** John O’Brien, Facilities Services Engineer. ** Neil McCarthy, Lead Utilities Engineer. 18:30 (Tea & Coffee and sandwiches from 18:00) ALL WELCOME Location: CIT- Library Building Room IT5 Click here for more information  31/01/2014  Annual Dinner Time: 8pm See attached Flyer for details Any queries contact John Lapthorne / Brian Cassidy Location: Maryborough Lodge and Spa Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  31/01/2014  Green Build Centre - Open Day You are cordially invited to attend FREE open day at The Rochestown Park Hotel - Birch Room (Down the stairs to the right of Reception) On Friday coming, January 31st, 2014 From 12 Noon to 8pm, with a Presentation at 3pm Repeated at 5pm And repeated again at 7pm Topics covered include: ** Why Passive makes sense ** S.I. 80 for 2013: Why the upcoming changes in Building regulation compliance makes Timber Frame more appealing Please email your confirmation of intention to attend, and which presentation time suits you most, to ‘info@gbc.ie’, or phone/text Aidan @ 0872 537763 Please forward this invitation to other Construction Professionals you think may be interested in this event. Thank you for your interest. www.gbc.ie ## PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS NOT ORGANISED BY ENGINEERS IRELAND ## Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  30/01/2014  STEPS Volunteer Workshop Time: 6pm – 8.30pm. Tea/coffee and refreshments will be served from 5.45pm With Engineers Week fast approaching from 9th to 15th February 2014, the STEPS Programme at Engineers Ireland is hosting a volunteer induction workshop in Cork for new and existing volunteer engineers. Whether you have already signed up to volunteer during Engineers Week or would like to get involved with STEPS in the future, this workshop will prepare you with all you need to know. These informal sessions are aimed at maximising the benefits of school visits for engineers and for schools. The session will give the volunteer engineer the support and tools necessary to deliver a confident, engaging and accurate account of engineering as a career to primary and post-primary school students. Find more at http://www.steps.ie/volunteers/volunteer-workshops.aspx Bookings: To register, please email Margot Kenny at mkenny@engineersireland.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  27/01/2014  Smart Electric Thermal Storage Speaker: Mr. Jonathan Jennings Comercial Manager Glen Dimplex Time: 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) The key principles of Smart Electric Thermal Storage systems and the key system components • Wind on the Irish Grid • Key system design and installation considerations • Why have SETS been developed • Balancing the grid – storing wind energy as thermal energy • Energy Savings • Information technology and heating converge – Live System Demonstration Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  21/01/2014  CANCELLED - Energy Efficient Pumping Systems Speaker: Chris Rose, Business Manager Energy Division, SPP Pumps Time LECTURE CANCELLED Location: ---  21/01/2014  NEW... Cost effective solutions to meet TGD Part L Speaker: Mr. Jonathan Jennings Commercial Manager Glen Dimplex Time: 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Synopsis: • By the end of this presentation you will have an understanding of: • The need for renewable energy and the legislation driving its adoption • Over View TGD Part L 2013 • Building Control Act 2013 • Fabric and mechanical systems the cost optimal solution • The key principles of Heat Pump technology and the key system components • What is a Heat Pump - Video • Introduction and overview of domestic air source heat pumps • Design Considerations – Sizing and Efficiency • Information technology and heating converge – Live System Demonstration • The key principles of solar photovoltaic technology and the key system components • How Solar PV Works • Micro inverters and string inverters • Grid certification for Ireland • PV in the Irish Climate How much energy – Live System Demonstration Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  14/01/2014  Business opportunities from Big Data Speaker: Mr. Dave Clarke Director, Analytical Services, Entercoms Global Operations Ltd Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) More Details to follow ALL WELCOME Lecture will be followed by a Registered Titles Report Clinic (Shirley McDonald) - TBC Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  08/01/2014  State of Ireland Report 2014 – Transport in Cork Public Discussion Engineers Ireland’s Cork regional branch invites you to attend a debate on future investment priorities for transport infrastructure in the region. After short presentations from leading local experts on air access, the road network and the overall priorities for Cork transport infrastructure, we invite you – the audience – to grade the current infrastructure and put forward your priorities for transport infrastructure investment in the North West for the next five years. This detail will inform the transport chapter in the 2014 commentary and provide the basis for a Cork regional ‘State of Ireland 2014’ report. Light refreshments will be provided on the night. About the presenters: Denis Healy, Chartered Engineer, manager engineering services, Port of Cork and current chair of Cork Chamber’s transport infrastructure committee will give an overview on the future of transport infrastructure in Cork; John Bruen, commercial property manager Cork Airport will focus on the developments required to support the air access needed for the city and surrounding region’s business and tourism traffic; Tony O’Sullivan, Chartered Engineer, senior engineer - roads, Cork City Council will present on current and future priorities for the road national, secondary and urban roads in the area. Time/Venue: Wednesday 8th January 2014 at 6.30pm Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Admission: Admission is free and all are welcome. We would however ask that you e-mail your intention to attend to fkilbane@engineersireland.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  07/01/2014  Data and Statistics in Government Speaker: Bill McCluggage (Chief Information Officer, DPER) Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) More Details to follow ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  04/12/2013  Energy Efficient Design for new Consumer Health Care Plant at GSK Cork Speaker: Edmund Collins, Energy and Utilities Champion (GSK ) Time 18:30 Event FREE. Open to ALL Location: Clyde Road and Webcast at UCC (Civil Eng Building) Click here for more information  03/12/2013  Procuring for the Public Service Speaker: Paul Quinn, Government Chief Procurement Officer Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) More Details to follow ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  25/11/2013  The New Forth Bridge Project Joint EI(Cork Region), IStructE and ICS Lecture ### NOTE MONDAY LECTURE ### Speaker: Peter Fitzgerald, Principal Engineer, Ramboll Consultants, Copenhagen Time 18:30 The construction of a new bridge across the Firth of Forth in Scotland is underway. The new bridge pushes the boundaries of cable stayed bridge design in a location which is synonymous with innovative bridge engineering. On completion in 2016, the New Forth Crossing will take its place adjacent to the iconic steel cantilever bridge of 1890 and the record setting suspension bridge of the 1970s. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  19/11/2013  Benefits of laser scanning in the Traditional Boats of Ireland Project Speakers: Donal Lynch (ex Horgan Lynch), Pat Tanner (Traditional Boat Builders of Ireland) Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) More Details to follow ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  16/11/2013  Dr. Elmer Morrissey Memorial Scholarship Ball Dr. Elmer Morrissey was a Civil Engineer (UCC BE Civil 2002, Doctorate of Engineering 2006), an athlete, a musician and an adventurer. Elmer tragically lost his life during a sailing race off the California coast in April 2012. At the time of his death, he was a post-doctoral researcher at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in Berkeley, California. In his memory his classmates, friends and colleagues have established a fund for the provision of an annual scholarship to recognise outstanding Engineering students who have excelled academically, in addition to making a positive contribution to student life. The value of the prize is c. €1,000, but this will vary with the income from the fund. On the 16th November 2013 a Ball will be held to raise funds to support this scholarship. Festivities will commence with a drinks reception at 6.30pm, followed by a four course meal at 8pm. There will be music, raffles and entertainment throughout the evening, followed by dancing until late... Tickets cost €80 and all proceeds go towards the scholarship fund. The dress code is Lounge Suit... All profits from "ELMERBALL 13" will go directly to the scholarship fund. To purchase tickets, make a donation and learn more about the scholarship, go to www.elmermorrissey.org Location: Maryborough Lodge and Spa Hotel, Cork  12/11/2013  Data Centre Construction in Cork ### PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS LECTURE IS A CHANGE FROM THAT ORIGINALLY ADVERTISED ON THE CORK REGION CALENDAR #### Speaker: Jerry Sweeney, Cork Internet eXchange (CIX) Time 18:30 (Tea & Coffee from 18:00) Ireland has attracted many major data centre projects, every one of which is located in Dublin. This presentation identifies the size of the industry in Ireland, establishes why they are all located in Dublin and looks to see what would it take to bring data centre projects to Cork. The importance of international fibre optic cable connectivity, energy availability, and climate will be addressed as key factors. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  06/11/2013  How Robust is Irelands Oil Supply and Distribution System Joint event: Energy Cork, Engineers Ireland (Energy and environment Division), Engineers Ireland (Cork Region), UCC Time: 18:30 Speaker: Liam M. Ó Cléirigh (Byrne Ó Cléirigh) The speaker will present the findings of a Study of the Strategic Case for Oil Refining Requirements on the island of Ireland that was commissioned by the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources and published in July 2013. This is the first time that Irish oil demand, and how it is met, was examined on an all Ireland basis and the study reveals that, when looked at in this way, the system is quite robust and resilient. This will be the principal theme of the presentation. Location: Clyde Road and Webcast at UCC (Civil eng Building) Click here for more information  06/11/2013  Non-Contact Vibration measurement using Laser Vibrometry FREE to attend workshop on Non-Contact Vibration measurement using Laser Vibrometry co-hosted by University College Cork Polytec Ltd would like to invite you to a FREE to attend workshop on Non-Contact Vibration measurement using Laser Vibrometry co-hosted by University College Cork. The event will be held at University College Cork, Cork, Ireland on Wednesday 6th November 2013, from 11:00am - 4pm. You should attend if:  You are involved in vibration measurement  You need to measure small, lightweight, hot or rotating parts  You need to measure large surfaces or inaccessible areas  You want to save money by reducing setup, measurement and analysis times using traditional contact accelerometers  You are involved in general engineering or have an interest in the latest non-contact measurement techniques. In brief, the event will cover: The tutorial will consist of a series of seminars given by experts in the field on the individual techniques (including case studies), together with practical demonstrations including the latest Scanning Based Laser Vibrometer. The agenda is as follows: 11:00 Coffee and Registration 11:10 Welcome – Introduction to Workshop 11:15 Introduction by Dr Vikram Pakrashi 11:30 Polytec – Basics of Vibrometry and scanning LDV 12.00 Applications Overview of Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, Energy, MEMS, Structural Engineering and Ultrasonic applications 12.30 Long Range Laser Vibrometer 12:45 Lunch 13:30 Surface Topography Measurement Systems Principles and Practice 14:30 New Technology for Micro / Macro Applications 15:00 Instrument Demonstrations and PSV500, 534 and RSV 16:00 Close and Final Discussions PLACES ARE LIMITED PLEASE CONTACT Dr. Vikram Pakrashi (UCC) TO BOOK YOU PLACE. Email : V.Pakrashi@ucc.ie Location: Western Gateway Building, Room 405, University College Cork  05/11/2013  Registered Titles Briefing Session This is a briefing session for those wishing to apply for one of the Engineers Ireland Registered Titles (CEng, AEng or Eng Tech). A must attend lecture to find out what you need to do!!! Speaker: Shirley McDonald (Deputy Registrar Engineers Ireland) Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) More Details to follow Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  31/10/2013  STEPS Volunteer Workshops Time: Tea/coffee and refreshments will be served from 17:30. The session runs from 18:00- 20:30 About the STEPS Volunteer Workshops: These informal sessions are aimed at maximising the benefits of school visits for engineers and for schools. The session will run for approx 2 hours and is aimed at giving the volunteer engineer the support and the tools necessary to deliver a confident, engaging and accurate account of engineering as a career to primary and post-primary school students. For more information on the STEPS workshops, please copy and paste this link into your internet browser: http://www.steps.ie/volunteers/volunteer-workshops.aspx To register or if you have any questions, please contact me on 01-6651307 or email cmordan@engineersireland.ie Location: The River Lee Hotel  30/10/2013  Traces of Peter Rice Speaker: Sophie Le Bourva (Associate Director ARUP London) Venue: Webcast at Room G10 Civil Eng. Building UCC Time: 18:30 Irish engineer Peter Rice was one of the worlds foremost structural engineers in the second half of the last century. The major projects in which he was engaged include Sydney Opera House, Centre Pompidou in Paris, Lloyds Building in London and Kansai Airport in Japan. A major exhibition on his life and work is being hosted by OPW in the Farmleigh Gallery from 12th October to the end of November. Sophie Le Bourva worked in Peters team from her graduation until his untimely death in 1992. In this lecture she will outline how Peters innovative approach to interdisciplinary design of projects inspired people and how his legacy is still doing so today. Location: Clyde Road and Webcast at UCC (Civil Eng Building) Click here for more information  21/10/2013  CPD4 Passive House IMPROVING IRELANDS BUILDING STOCK Lecture No. 4 of 4 in the Autumn CPD Series Speaker: Trevor Hickey (University of Limerick) Time 18:30 (Registration from 18:00) See link below for booking and payment details Email Contact : cpd2013@engineersirelandcork.ie Fee applies. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  14/10/2013  CPD3 Draft CoP Building Control Regulations 2013 IMPROVING IRELANDS BUILDING STOCK Lecture No. 3 of 4 in the Autumn CPD Series Speaker: Cormac Bradley (RPS) Time 18:30 (Registration from 18:00) See link below for booking and payment details Email Contact : cpd2013@engineersirelandcork.ie Fee applies. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  12/10/2013  Cork Region - Annual Golf Outing Format: 3 ball scramble Tee times: from 13:00 The number of places available for this event is limited so booking is essential. Contact: sharrington@blpge.com Location: Douglas Golf Club Click here for more information  07/10/2013  CPD2 The Construction Products Regulations IMPROVING IRELANDS BUILDING STOCK Lecture No. 2 of 4 in the Autumn CPD Series Speaker: Sarah Neary (DECLG) Time 18:30 (Registration from 18:00) See link below for booking and payment details Email Contact : cpd2013@engineersirelandcork.ie Fee applies. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  02/10/2013  €2b Green Renaissance Speaker: Norman Crowley, Chairman of Crowley Carbon Time: 18:30 (sharp) The lecture will also be available live on webcast: https://engineersireland.webex.com For further information please contact: Kevin Geoghegan, Energy and Environment Division email: kevin.geoghegan@intel.com Location: 22 Clyde Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin Click here for more information  30/09/2013  CPD1 Draft CoP Energy Efficient Retrofit of Buildings IMPROVING IRELANDS BUILDING STOCK Lecture No. 1 of 4 in the Autumn CPD Series Speaker: Tom English (DECLG) Time 18:30 (Registration from 18:00) See link below for booking and payment details Email Contact : cpd2013@engineersirelandcork.ie Fee applies. ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  17/08/2013  Annual Golf Outing Organised in association with YES (Cork Region) Tee times starting from 15:20. This Annual Golf Outing has become a popular fixture in the Cork Regions calendar. Last year this was an excellent event which was attended by a wide range of engineers from all backgrounds. ALL WELCOME For further information please contact Sean Harrington (sharrington@blpge.com) Shaun O Keeffe (shaun.okeeffe@mottmac.com) Location: Douglas Golf Club Click here for more information  15/08/2013  NDFA Devolved Schools Building Programme – meet the contractor event Enterprise Ireland and the National Development Finance Agency (NDFA) will host an event to facilitate knowledge sharing and networking between the construction supply chain and the successful contractors who are on the design & build framework for the Devolved Schools Building Programme. This free event will take place on Thursday 15th August, 2013 at Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville, Co. Cork. Date: 15/08/2013 Time: 10.30 to 1.30pm Location: Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville, Co Cork Contact: Orlagh Murphy Phone: +353 (1) 7272965 Web Address: http://www.enterprise-ireland.com/EI_Corporate/en/Events/OurEvents/NDFA-Schools-Programme/Meet-the-Contractor.html Location: Charleville Park Hotel  15/08/2013  NDFA Devolved Schools Building Programme – meet the contractor event Enterprise Ireland and the National Development Finance Agency (NDFA) will host an event to facilitate knowledge sharing and networking between the construction supply chain and the successful contractors who are on the design & build framework for the Devolved Schools Building Programme. This free event will take place on Thursday 15th August, 2013 at Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville, Co. Cork. Date: 15-08-2013 Time: 10.30 to 1.30pm Location: Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville, Co Cork Contact: Orlagh Murphy Phone: +353 (1) 7272965 Web Address: http://www.enterprise-ireland.com/EI_Corporate/en/Events/OurEvents/NDFA-Schools-Programme/Meet-the-Contractor.html Location: Charleville Park Hotel  25/06/2013  Site visit to N40 Sarsfield/ Bandon Road Interchange Project SITE VISIT Time 07:30 (am) SHARP CONTACT: ronan.keane@corkcoco.ie The number of places available for this event is limited. Booking is required, on a first come first served basis, by emailing Ronan Keane at the above address. Also please include your mobile number on the mail. Location: Dunnes Stores Car Park, Bandon Road Click here for more information  21/06/2013  Tesla Workshop - Entering the Chinese Market Tesla Workshop - Entering the Chinese Market Friday June 21st 2013 at 9am in the Rubicon Centre, Cork Institute of Technology As part of the TESLA Initiative, a workshop entitled ~Entering the Chinese Market~ is planned for Friday June 21st at 9.00 am in the Rubicon Centre CIT. If you are interested in attending, please confirm by email to iseult.oconnor@cit.ie no later than 5.00 pm on Wednesday 18th June. Please be advised that there are limited spaces available for this workshop. AGENDA 9:00 Welcome & Introductions 9:05 Overview of TESLA project 9:15 Case study of Irish company in Chinese market (Irish SME) 9:30 Workshop • Overview of Chinese Market • Socialist Market Economy • Market Tiers and City Clusters • Government Role and Structure • Legal and tax considerations • Government Strategic Support Industries/Growth Areas • Source of Opportunities • Challenges • Regulation & Bureaucracy • Culture • Operation • Localisation • Setting up a new Company in China (step by step illustration) • Communication requirements 12:00 Questions & answers with Chinese Market Expert 1:00 Lunch 2:00 One to One Meetings with Chinese Market Expert (need to be booked prior to event) 4:30 Concludes Location: Rubicon Centre, Cork Institute of Technology  14/06/2013  TEC@Nimbus Industry Open Day Cork Institute of Technologys TEC@Nimbus Centre is hosting an Industry Open Day on Friday 14th June from 10am to 2pm. TEC@Nimbus is part of the Nimbus Centre, Ireland’s only research centre dedicated to networked embedded electronics and software solutions. The Centre won nearly €3 million in research funding in 2012. With 50 dedicated staff working on 30 – 40 projects at any one time, the Centre acts as a “One Stop Shop” industry technology gateway offering complete system solutions for industry. Are you looking for new ideas for technology innovation in your company? If so come and see how we can help. The Open Day will inform the innovation services offered to Start-ps, SMEs and large enterprises across Ireland. It will also be possible to see some technology demonstrations in our state-of the-art laboratory and network with some of our industry clients. This is a FREE EVENT and is open to Startups, SMEs, large multi-nationals, investors, relevant government agencies and professional service companies who want to develop or apply new ICT technologies in Energy, Water, Location Based Services or are interested in opportunities in the sectors. Tea/coffee available from 9.30am. TEC@Nimbus is funded by the Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateway Programme. Register online at www.tec-centre.ie Visit www.tec-centre.ie and www.nimbus.cit.ie for more details. Location: Cork Institute of Technology  13/06/2013  Innovations in Sustainable Timber Architecture RIAI Lecture Christoph Duenser of Hermann Kaufmann ZT GmbH architects will lecture in Cork at the Crawford Gallery Lecture Theatre on Thursday the 13th of June at 6pm. This lecture has been organised in collaboration with the Wood Marketing Federation. The practice of Hermann Kaufmann ZT GmbH architects is pioneering firm for innovative wooden architecture and passive House Technology. Christoph Duenser will discuss the practice’s projects, including LCT ONE, a timber frame tower block, in Voralberg, Austria. LCT ONE (ONE LifeCycle Tower) was completed in 2012 and is an example of Hermann Kaufmann ZT GmbH architects practice goal of developing timber construction over the course of decades of working with the material. He has been designing passive houses since the 1990s in the harsh Voralberg climate. Time 6pm (Admission FREE) Location: Crawford Art Gallery  12/06/2013  Opportunity to win €5,000 worth of Research to explore your Idea TEC@Nimbus is holding a competition for the most technically innovative idea with the best commercial opportunity. Download the application form from www.tec-centre.ie Send the completed form to sinead.rodgers@cit.ie by 12th June 2013. The winner will be announced at the Industry Open Day on the 14th June. Details can be found on http://nimbus.cit.ie/tec/tecnimbus-industry-open-day-14th-june/ This competition is open to any individual or company. TEC@Nimbus is funded by the Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateway Programme. Visit www.tec-centre.ie and www.nimbus.cit.ie for more details. Location: CIT - NIMBUS  12/06/2013  Networking Evening (in conjunction with Cork Young Engineers Society) Time: From 6:30 PM This event has been organised to allow members of the Cork Region to meet and network in an informal setting. This will be the perfect place to meet old friends, make new friends and find out more about the work of Engineers Ireland in the Cork Region (and to volunteer). A brief presentation will be given by the Young Engineers Society to highlight the good work being undertaken in the region in recent times. Tea/coffee, wine and finger food will be provided on the night and people may continue the discussions later into the evening, if desired. Location: The Roundy Bar, 1 Castle St, Cork (near Argos on the Grand Parade)  25/04/2013  CE MARKING SEMINAR Seminar organised by IChemE Speakers include: Keith Plumb (Intergral Pharma Services) Wesley O Shea (PILZ) Mark Lee (BCD Engineering) Mark Rolands (HSA) Free event - All Welcome For further information contact Denis Ring (email: d.ring@ucc.ie) Location: UCC Western Gateway Building G05 Click here for more information  16/04/2013  Cork Region Annual General Meeting Time 18:30 If you would like to contribute to the activities of your local regional branch and have a say in the direction of your membership organisation, come along to the Cork Region AGM - new committee members are always welcome. Interested in hearing about our very successful year and plans for the coming session? Then this event is also for you - all members are invited and welcome to attend. Tea/Coffee served from 6.00pm, AGM starts at 6.30pm Agenda: 1. Apologies 2. Chairmans Address 3. Minutes of AGM held on April 17th 2013 4. Matters arising from minutes 5. Honorary Secretarys report 6. Matters arising from Honorary Secretarys report 7. Honorary Treasurers report 8. Matters arising from Honorary Treasurers report 9. Election of Chairman 10. Election of Vice Chairman 11. Election of Secretary 12. Election of Treasurer 13. Election of Council representative 14. Election of Liaison Committee representative 15. Election of 3rd Level Liaison officer 16. Election of STEPS Liaison officer 17. Election of CPD Liaison officer 18. Election of Committee 19. Any other business For more information contact: Denis Crowley- Cork Region (denis.crowley@arup.com) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  02/04/2013  Conferring of Titles and Presidential Address Engineers Ireland President Mr Michael Phillips will give his Presidential Address to the Cork Region at an event that will also see over 50 members of the Region receive the Registered Titles of Fellow of the Institution, Chartered Engineer or Associate Engineer. Time - 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  20/03/2013  Engineering Water Services Reform Time: 09:30 - 16:30 (Registration from 09:00) The aim of Engineers Ireland Cork Region Annual Seminar 2013 is to inform the Cork Region of the engineering challenges of Water Services Reform. The seminar will provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing all stakeholders with the implementation of water reform. The seminar will include: • A history of water services reform • Stakeholder expert opinions • An overview of the role of the engineer within water services reform • Updates on the implementation of Irish Water. Confirmed Speakers include: • John Barry, Bord Gáis Eireann • Noel O Keeffe, Irish Water • Ray O Dwyer, WSTO • Katherine Walshe, Cork County Council • John Power, Engineers Ireland • Declan White, Veolia • Eddie Fitzgerald, T.J. O’Connor & Associates • Fergal O Leary, National Consumer Agency Fee Applies. See link below with UPDATED PROGRAMME INFORMATION for booking details... Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  20/03/2013  CITA Workshop - Detailed Design CITA workshop, Detailed Design, on March 20th at 7.45am in River House. It will be over at approx 10am. This series of CITA workshops is addressing the needs of the SME. This meeting will look at the various technologies for architectural and engineering design, the interoperability issues for successful collaboration for Level 2 BIM, with streamlined workflows and reduced duplication of effort and reduction of coordination problems that lead to cost and time overruns. For more information on the event see, http://www.cita.ie/technologyworkshop3.asp Location: viaFULCRUM, 2nd Floor, River House, Blackpool, Cork To attend please email info@viafulcrum.com Location: River House, Blackpool  12/03/2013  Lean 6 Sigma Speaker: Nick Ustianowski Time: 18:30 Synopsis: The term Lean 6 Sigma combines two quality improvement approaches: Lean and Six Sigma. Lean methodologies focus on eliminating waste and streamlining processes. Six Sigma methodologies focus on improving quality and yield while reducing defects and variation. Lean sigma is used across all industries - from manufacturing to transactional to financial services to healthcare to construction to product development to supply chain to military to call centres.......... Lean sigma drives continuous improvement to deliver more efficient and effective processes as well as positively influencing and delivering increased employee engagement and participation. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  08/03/2013  Wine Tasting Evening ALL WELCOME Social Event - open to ALL Commencing 19:30 Host : Joe Karwig, Karwig Wines Contribution €15 per person To book you place contact Shaun at YES@engineersirelandcork.ie for further details Location: River Lee Hotel Click here for more information  06/03/2013  Applying Energy Efficient Design to Achieve World Class Energy Efficiency at St James Gate New Brewery Speaker: Mr Conor Brown, Global Beer Capital Strategy Manager Diageo Diageo are currently undertaking the largest brewery investment in the world at St James Gate. This lecture will identify the design philosophies and strategies adopted, the innovative technology being deployed on the project. The lecture will also look at the role of leading edge suppliers used to deliver best in class energy efficiency, as well as the lessons learnt to date. It is considered that the approach and technologies adopted could equally be applied to the large scale milk processing plant expansions now being planned in Ireland and would also be of relevance to the pharmaceutical sector EVENT ORGANISED BY THE ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT DIVISION, ENGINEERS IRELAND For further information please contact; Mr. Gerry Duggan, Energy and Environment Division, at email: gerryduggan100@eircom.net Location: UCC Civil Engineering Building (Room CE-G10)  06/03/2013  Applying Energy Efficient Design to Achieve World Class Energy Efficiency at St James Gate New Brewery Speaker: Mr Conor Brown, Global Beer Capital Strategy Manager Diageo Diageo are currently undertaking the largest brewery investment in the world at St James Gate. This lecture will identify the design philosophies and strategies adopted, the innovative technology being deployed on the project. The lecture will also look at the role of leading edge suppliers used to deliver best in class energy efficiency, as well as the lessons learnt to date. It is considered that the approach and technologies adopted could equally be applied to the large scale milk processing plant expansions now being planned in Ireland and would also be of relevance to the pharmaceutical sector EVENT ORGANISED BY THE ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT DIVISION, ENGINEERS IRELAND WEBCAST BEING TRANSMITTED AT UCC Civil Engineering Building (Room CE-G10) - ALL WELCOME Available on Webcast - see www.engineersireland.ie TIME : 18:30 For further information please contact; Mr. Gerry Duggan, Energy and Environment Division, at email: gerryduggan100@eircom.net Location: 22 Clyde Road  05/03/2013  Planning for a more Collaborative Construction Industry in Ireland Speaker: Dr Alan V Hore (DIT Bolton Street) Alan will address why the Irish construction industry needs to become more collaborative into the future. Time: 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  28/02/2013  Oil Refining and Managing Safety Speaker: Mr Ger Downing Production Manager, Phillips 66 Whitegate oil refinery Lecture organised by CIT Chemical Engineering Society Time: 1830 (Tea/Coffee and sandwiches from 1800) ALL WELCOME Location: Theatre IT5, Library Building, Cork Institute of Technology (CIT) Click here for more information  28/02/2013  Final Year Students - Careers Seminar A fantastic opportunity to learn how to kick-start your career. The Seminar is open to all final year engineering students from both CIT and UCC. Time: 6pm Location: University College Cork (Kane G18 and G19) Click here for more information  26/02/2013  The Grid25 Project and Grid Development Speaker: John Lowry, Senior Project Manager, Eirgrid Synopsis: EirGrid, as Transmission System Operator is tasked with operating, developing and maintaining Irelands Electricity Transmission Infrastructure. To address the future needs of the network and to ensure our capacity to meet Irelands 40% renewable target, EirGrid is implementing a Grid Development Strategy called Grid25. Grid25 comprises a capital investment in the network of €3.2billion over the next fifteen years. This investment will provide an efficient and effective network for our future needs and will facilitate further interconnection to Europe providing a platform for Ireland to become a net exporter of energy. The talk will focus on The Grid25 Project and aspects of Grid development. Rochestown Park Hotel @ 6:30pm (Tea/Coffee from 6:00) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  25/02/2013  GE Healthcare Lecture More Details to follow... Location: CIT  25/02/2013  The Randomness Show Time 8pm As part of Engineers Week, Steve Humble (aka Dr. Maths) will be presenting a show entitled - The Randomness Show. He will use various puzzles and card tricks to explain some of the underlying principles behind patterns that at first appear random. In addition there will be a walk about magician presenting up close card tricks as a juxtaposition with the mathematical card tricks that will be presented. Location: Cavanaghs Bar, Liberty Street, Cork  19/02/2013  Cork Region Members Networking Evening Time 18:30 This affords you the opportunity to find out what is happening in your region and to grow your business network and professional knowledge. Meet your peers and have a say at the Cork region members evening. The Cork region committee and Shirley McDonald from Clyde Road will be present to discuss what new things are happening in the profession and in your professional body. You will also have the chance to discuss what you might like to see happen, both in the region and in Engineers Ireland as a whole. The evening will be followed by an informal reception where you can meet and mingle with your fellow members. Bookings: Admission is free and all are welcome but you should register your attendance in advance by contacting Shirley McDonald at shirley@engineersireland.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  12/02/2013  Process Analytical Technology Speaker: Dr. Adrian Daly, Pfizer Time: 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Joint Chemical & Process Division / Engineers Ireland Cork Region Event Venue: Theatre IT5, Library Building, Cork Institute of Technology (CIT), Bishopstown, Cork Synopsis: The talk will explore learnings from projects undertaken using a range of technologies across a number of sites which have resulted in both quality improvements and cost reduction. Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  08/02/2013  Annual Dinner Time: 20:00 Tickets: €60 per person Dress: Black Tie Format: Unaccompanied For Tickets & Information Contact Michelle/John (021-4871026) Location: The Maryborough Hotel & Spa, Cork Click here for more information  05/02/2013  Cloud Computing Speaker: Tim Horgan (CIT) Time: 18:30 Tim Horgan - Head of the Cloud Computing Centre at Cork IT - will chart the evolution of cloud computing and demonstrate how it is changing how information technology is delivered today Location: Cork Institute of Technology (Room B190) Click here for more information  04/02/2013  Janssen Site Visit Update 31-1-2013 ... THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY SUBSCRIBED. BOOKINGS FOR PLACES IS NOW CLOSED. ALL WELCOME This tour will include an overview of the variety of operations in a chemical synthesis plant, as well as recent site investments which include Combined Heat and Power (CHP) and Pressure Swing Absorption (PSA) plants. PLACES LIMITED - ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED If you have any queries please contact Rónan Duggan at ronan.g.duggan@gmail.com Location: Janssen (Little Island) Click here for more information  31/01/2013  Members Networking Evening Time 18:30 EVENT DEFERRED and RESCHEDULED FOR 19th FEBRUARY. This affords you the opportunity to find out what is happening in your region and to grow your business network and professional knowledge. Meet your peers and have a say at the Cork region members evening. The Cork region committee and Shirley McDonald from Clyde Road will be present to discuss what new things are happening in the profession and in your professional body. You will also have the chance to discuss what you might like to see happen, both in the region and in Engineers Ireland as a whole. The evening will be followed by an informal reception where you can meet and mingle with your fellow members. Bookings: Admission is free and all are welcome but you should register your attendance in advance by contacting Shirley McDonald at shirley@engineersireland.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  31/01/2013  Towards Greener Smartphones with Microwave Measurements Date: Thursday 31 January 2013 Time: 4.15 PM Location: West Wing 6, UCC Main Campus, College Road, Cork The UCC IEEE Student Branch and the Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering would like to invite you to join the IEEE MTT-S Distinguished Lecture "Towards Greener Smartphones with Microwave Measurements" that will be held by Prof. Dominque Schreurs (Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium) on Thursday 31 January 2013, 4.15 pm. The admission to the lecture is FREE but places are limited. Please register in advance by emailing to: ieee@umail.ucc.ie Location: West Wing 6, UCC Main Campus Click here for more information  29/01/2013  Changes to Building control Regulations Speaker: John O Connor (Housing Agency) Time: 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  24/01/2013  Engineers Week - Information Evening ENGINEERS WEEK 2013 : (25 February - 3 March) CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS If you would like to get involved in Engineers Week 2013, an Information Evening will be held at the Lifetime Lab, Old Waterworks, Lee Road, Cork on Thursday 24th January 2013 at 6pm. An Engineers Ireland STEPS representative will be available on the evening to provide help and support. Come along to find out how to get involved and: • get tips on organising an event or visiting a school • see what free resources are available to support your efforts • meet your industry colleagues and brainstorm ideas Location: Lifetime Lab, Old Waterworks, Lee Road, Cork Click here for more information  22/01/2013  Cobh Landslides Project [DEFERRED] Speakers: Noel O Keeffe (former County Engineer) & Michael Ryan (Senior Engineer) Cork County Council, Paul Collins, Malachy Walsh & Partners ### LECTURE DEFERRED TO FUTURE DATE ### More details to follow .. Check this website for updates Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  15/01/2013  Irelands Maritime and Energy Imperatives Speaker: Judy Rea, Acting Director, IMERC Time: 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  08/01/2013  Mapping Drones, GIS and Boundaries Speaker: Paudie Barry HDip GIS MCICES (Baseline Surveys Ltd.) Time : 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Summary: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, otherwise known as drones have been put to use for military purposes for the last 10 years. Now this technology has filtered down into civilian use. Drones can now be used for aerial mapping and during this presentation the audience will be taken through a brief history of aerial photography, given an introduction to a variety of drones types and applications, shown the accuracy of drone survey results and given a run down on Irish legislation with regard to flying drones in Irish airspace. Speaker Details: Paudie Barry has over a 20 year history in utilising cutting edge surveying technology in order to deliver accurate surveys to his clients. In that time he/his company Baseline Surveys has carried out over 3,500 surveys. Paudie was one of the first people to offer a total station surveying service in Ireland in 1991 and carried out one of the first commercial mapping projects using RTK GPS in 1995. In 2000, Paudie was carrying out land surveys using fully robotic total stations on a daily basis. Being no stranger to new mapping technologies he has now obtained an Irish Aviation Authority permit to operate unmanned aerial vehicles commercially in Irish Airspace. Baseline Surveys ltd is the first Irish survey company to offer a high resolution aerial photogrammetry service using aerial mapping drones. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  11/12/2012  LED Lighting and Power Supplies Speaker: Vincent Guenebaut (Nualight) and Shane Callanan (Excelsys Technologies) Time: 18:30 (Tea/coffee from 18:00) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  04/12/2012  High Performance Utility Model Speaker: John Barry Managing Director, Bord Gais Networks ### LECTURE CANCELLED ### Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  27/11/2012  Titanic Building Belfast Speakers: Don McQuillan & Paul McGettigan, RPS Time: 18:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Joint IStructE / Engineers Ireland Cork Region / ICS Event Venue: Millenium Hall (Eglington Street Entrance) FREE EVENT - ALL WELCOME Location: City Hall, Cork Click here for more information  26/11/2012  Site tour of the Eli Lilly BOOKING REQUIRED #### NOTE NEW DATE #### Event detail: Tour of the Eli Lilly manufacturing facility. Time: 2pm to 5pm PLACES ARE LIMITED - Advance booking is required. If you have any queries or to BOOK YOUR PLACE please contact: Ronan (ronan.g.duggan@gmail.com) Location: Eli Lilly, Dunderrow, Kinsale, Co. Cork Click here for more information  21/11/2012  Lisheen Mine Tailings Dam Speaker: Sean Callery, Lisheen Mine Time: 18:30 Joint Geotechnical Society / Engineers Ireland Cork Region Event More details to follow .. Check this website for updates Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  20/11/2012  Electric Cars, Past Present and Future Speakers: Dr Werner Wolfle (Convertec Ltd) & Ger Buckley (ESB Networks) Time: 18:30 Joint IET / Engineers Ireland Cork Region Event More details to follow .. Check this website for updates Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  16/11/2012  Engineers Ireland Table Quiz in aid of Marymount Hospice ALL WELCOME This event provides a great opportunity to meet and socialise with friends, colleagues and members of Engineers Ireland Cork Region, while also supporting a very worthy local charity. St Patrick’s Hospital Marymount Hospice provides specialist palliative care for Cork City & County, improving the quality of life of patients and their families facing the problems associated with life-threatening illness. This quiz, organised by Young Engineers Society (YES) Cork, will cover a wide variety of topics such as general knowledge, history, sport, entertainment and current affairs among many others. There will be a raffle on the night and light refreshments will be provided Time: 8.30 pm Admission: €20 per table (4 people) Booking: Book a table by contacting the email address below or contact Alan at the number below. For further info contact Alan Costello (021-4809800) or email YES@engineersirelandcork.ie for further details Location: Larry Tompkins Pub, Lavitts Quay, Cork Click here for more information  13/11/2012  Danone Macroom Nutritional Facility Joint Cork Region and Agriculture and Food Division Lecture The lecture will review the significant aspects of the recently constructed and commissioned €52M expansion to Danone manufacturing facility in Macroom through design, build and start-up as well as the significance of the investment within the Danone Group. Speakers: Brendan Sills – Engineering Manager, Danone Baby Nutrition Michelle Murphy – Senior Project Engineer, Danone Baby Nutrition Time: 18:30 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  09/11/2012  CEF Seminar on Water This is a Cork Environmental Forum Event Time 9:30am - 1pm Topics to be discussed include: * The changing Frameworks of Water Provision and Management in Ireland * Climate Change and Water Efficiency * Water Framework Directive * Flouride in Drinking Water See www.cef.ie for mroe details. There is no charge for attending, however, it is necessary to register by emailing bernadette@cef.ie or contacting Bernie Connolly at (083) 1468064 Location: Imperial Hotel, South Mall, Cork Click here for more information  06/11/2012  Registered Titles Briefing Session Speaker: Shirley McDonald (Engineers Ireland Membership Manager) Time: 18:30 Shirley will present details on the Routes to Registered Professional Titles within Engineers Ireland. This event is a must for anyone considering applying for CEng MIEI, AEng MIEI or EngTech IEI in the coming 12 months! Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  05/11/2012  Site Visit This is a social event to provide the engineers of the Cork Region with a networking opportunity. The Tyndall National Institute is one of Europes leading centres for Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) research and development. This tour shall provide an overview of Tyndalls research capabilities, with an emphasis on where and how science meets engineering. A short presentation on the application of ICT research to sports science shall also be included. Places are limited, thus booking is essential for this event by contacting Colm Murphy (YES@engineersirelandcork.ie) Time 6:30pm Location: Tyndall UCC Click here for more information  30/10/2012  BIM (Building Information Modelling): Overview and Opportunities Speaker: Ralph Montague, Managing Partner of ArcDox, Chairman of the RIAI practice committee for BIM and coordinator of the Construction IT Alliance (CITA) BIM Group Time: 18:30 This lecture will provide a strategic overview of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and discuss the potential opportunities for the Irish construction industry, in particular. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  23/10/2012  CPD #4 Enforcement & Litigation Legislating for Health & Safety from Design to Construction (Lecture 4 of 4) Speakers: Michael Flynn(HSA) & Finola McCarthy (Ronan Daly Jermyn Solicitors) Time: 18:30 See Link below for more details or email: cpd2012@engineersirelandcork.ie FEE APPLIES TO ASSIST REGISTRATION ON THE NIGHT PLEASE EITHER BRING THE COMPLETED REGISTRATION/PAYMENT FORM (SEE LINK BELOW) WITH YOU TO THE EVENT OR EMAIL THE COMPLETED FORM IN ADVANCE TO cpd2012@engineersirelandcork.ie PLACES AVAILABLE / BOOKINGS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON THE NIGHT Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  22/10/2012  Wind Farms: From Development to Operations Speakers: Eoin O Donovan, Operations & Maintenance Engineer, Bord Gáis Energy and Orla Nagle, Planning & Environmental Engineer, Bord Gáis Energy This talk is aimed at students / young engineers / career changers who are looking for an insight into the wind farm industry, from planning and construction to operating and maintaining a wind farm. Time: 18:00 Location: UCC, G10 Civil Eng Room Click here for more information  16/10/2012  CPD #3 Construction Regulations:Site Requirements & PSCS Legislating for Health & Safety from Design to Construction (Lecture 3 of 4) Speaker: Tim Mulhall, Tandem Project Management PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE FOR THIS LECTURE........ Time: 18:30 See Link below for more details or email: cpd2012@engineersirelandcork.ie FEE APPLIES TO ASSIST REGISTRATION ON THE NIGHT PLEASE EITHER BRING THE COMPLETED REGISTRATION/PAYMENT FORM (SEE LINK BELOW) WITH YOU TO THE EVENT OR EMAIL THE COMPLETED FORM IN ADVANCE TO cpd2012@engineersirelandcork.ie PLACES AVAILABLE / BOOKINGS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON THE NIGHT Location: Cork Airport International Hotlel Click here for more information  12/10/2012  YES Oktoberfest ALL WELCOME A great night for you to meet up again with your friends, classmates and colleagues Time 7pm. See link below for full details Contact Shaun at YES@engineersirelandcork.ie for further details Location: Franciscan Well Brewery Cork Click here for more information  12/10/2012  Construction Sector Opportunities in the UK with a Focus on Building Information Modelling (BIM) Breakfast Briefing The Enterprise Europe Network in Cork Chamber are organising a trade seminar to highlight opportunities for Irish companies in the UK construction sector on Friday 12 October at 7.30am in the Clarion Hotel, Cork. Industry experts from Ireland and the UK will provide participants with an overview of the UK construction environment, as well providing advice on future challenges in tendering for contracts in the UK, with a particular focus on the importance of Building Information Modelling (BIM). This event will also provide advice on the supports available to Irish companies in the construction sector. For further information about this event and to register please copy and paste this link into your web browser: http://www.corkchamber.ie/events/2012/10/12/Opportunities-and-Challenges-in-the-UK-Construction-Sector REGISTRATION NOW OPEN. EARLY BOOKING ADVISED FREE EVENT - ALL WELCOME Location: Clarion Hotel, Cork  09/10/2012  CPD #2 Construction Regulations: Design Requirements & PSDP Legislating for Health & Safety from Design to Construction (Lecture 2 of 4) Speaker: Niall O Donovan, Assure Health & Safety Consultants Time 18:30 See Link below for more details or email: cpd2012@engineersirelandcork.ie FEE APPLIES TO ASSIST REGISTRATION ON THE NIGHT PLEASE EITHER BRING THE COMPLETED REGISTRATION/PAYMENT FORM (SEE LINK BELOW) WITH YOU TO THE EVENT OR EMAIL THE COMPLETED FORM IN ADVANCE TO cpd2012@engineersirelandcork.ie PLACES AVAILABLE / BOOKINGS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON THE NIGHT Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  02/10/2012  CPD #1 Health & Safety at Work Act & Construction Regulations Legislating for Health & Safety from Design to Construction (Lecture 1 of 4) Speaker : Jim Leahy H&S Manager, RPS Time: 18:30 See Link below for more details or email: cpd2012@engineersirelandcork.ie FEE APPLIES TO ASSIST REGISTRATION ON THE NIGHT PLEASE EITHER BRING THE COMPLETED REGISTRATION/PAYMENT FORM (SEE LINK BELOW) WITH YOU TO THE EVENT OR EMAIL THE COMPLETED FORM IN ADVANCE TO cpd2012@engineersirelandcork.ie PLACES AVAILABLE / BOOKINGS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON THE NIGHT Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  21/09/2012  Treatment and Monitoring of Landfill Gas Event hosted by: Environmental Sciences Association of Ireland (ESAI) Cork City Council Chartered Institution of Wastes Management Irish Branch (CIWM) Seminar and Site Visit relating to an assessment of thermal treatment & biological oxidation systems and the future potential of web based sensor technology in an environment of limited financial resources. For further details see: http://www.esaiweb.org/workshops/ www.ciwm.co.uk/CIWM/RegionalCentres/ROI/CIWM_ROI.aspx- Location: Lifetime Lab (Lee Road) and Kinsale Road Landfill site Click here for more information  11/09/2012  HSA investigation into the Corden explosion Time : 18:30 Speaker: Pat Connelly (HSA) Lecture is part of Engineers Irelands Chemical & Process Engineering Division 2012-2013 lecture series. For full details copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.engineersireland.ie/groups/divisions/chemical-and-process/events/hsa-investigation-into-the-corden-pharma-explosion.aspx Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  02/09/2012  21 Bridges of Cork Young Engineers Society Cork This is a social event to provide the engineers of the Cork Region with a networking opportunity. The walking tour of the 21 bridges comprises 5km, taking about 90 minutes to complete. An additional route consisting of a further 8 bridges on the western side of the city is also available (subject to interest) covering an extra 4 km in and around 45 minutes. Time: 10:00am Contact: Colm Murphy (yes@engineersirelandcork.ie) Location: UCC Main Gate, Western Road Click here for more information  20/08/2012  Site visit to N25 Sarsfield/ Bandon Road Interchange Project DATE: 7.40am SHARP, 20th August 2012 The number of places available for this event are limited. Booking is required, on a first come first served basis, by emailing Paul O Leary at the above address. Also please include your mobile number on the mail. Location: Dunnes Stores Car Park , Bandon Road Click here for more information  11/08/2012  YES Cork Annual Golf Outing This is a social event to provide the Engineers of the Cork Region with a Networking Opportunity. Scramble format All skill levels are welcome; from Novice to Professional Booking is required Location: Douglas Golf Club Click here for more information  27/06/2012  Construction Issues Relevant to Todays Market Seminar organised by the Association of Project Safety See attached flyer for full details. Seminar will be of interest to all involved in the construction process including Clients, Designers, PSDP, PSCS, Contractors Location: Guinness Storehouse St James Gate Dublin 8 Click here for more information  25/06/2012  2012-2013 Programme of Events The new Cork Region Committee is currently finalising our programme of events for the 2012/2013 season. We hope to have our calendar largely organised by early/mid June 2012. If you have any suggestions please email the committee through the Chairman (chairman@engineersirelandcork.ie) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (or otherwise advised)  27/04/2012  Annual Conference 2012 (Day 2) Full details on http://www.engineersirelandconference.ie/programme/ Location: Europa Hotel, Belfast  26/04/2012  Annual Conference 2012 (Day 1) Full details: http://www.engineersirelandconference.ie/programme/ Location: Europa Hotel, Belfast  17/04/2012  Cork Region - Annual General Meeting Time: 7.00 p.m. (Tea & Coffee served at 6:30pm) Venue: Syndicate Room 2/3, ALL MEMBERS WELCOME Please Support Your Profession Contribute to the activities of your Region Have a say in the future direction of your Institution Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  03/04/2012  Presidential Address & Conferring of Registered Titles Mr PJ Rudden (President of Engineers Ireland) will confer titles on successful candidates for Chartered Engineer, Fellow of the Institution, Associate Engineer and Engineering Technician Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  29/03/2012  Built to Last - The Ireland-US Economic Relationship The Ireland United States Alumni Association with support from Cork City Council, Cork County Council, University College Cork, IBEC and the Embassy of the United States of America invites you to the above panel discussion Time 6pm to 8pm Chaired by Dr. Michael Murphy, President, University College Cork Panel speakers will include: Mr. Brian Cotter, American Chamber of Commerce Ireland Dr. Stephen Anderson, U.S. Foreign Commercial Services Ireland Mr. Kevin O’Leary, CEO, Qumas Mr. Brendan Keane, Regional President, IBEC & General Manager, FMC Cork Location: Council Chamber, Cork County Hall Click here for more information  27/03/2012  Flood Risk Management and the OPW in 2012 Speaker: Michael Collins, Assistant Chief Engineer(OPW) This talk will cover the range of activities of the Office of Public Works (OPW) in the area of flood risk management in Ireland. The talk will be illustrated by appropriate reference to OPW activity in the Cork Region. Time: 18:30 (Tea/Coffee) / 19:00 (Lecture) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  13/03/2012  Water Metering and Charging Speaker: Kevin Murray (Kevin J Murray & Co.) This lecture will address a wide range of practical and policy issues concerned with water pricing and metering. Time: 19:00 (Tea/Coffee from 6.30pm) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  06/03/2012  Drinking Water Safety Plans Speaker: Robert Kennedy (RPS) The Drinking Water Safety Plan is a Risk based management approach to the provision of safe and secure drinking water supplies. It is considered by the WHO as - the most effective means of consistently ensuring the safety of drinking water supply - and the EPA in its report on Drinking Water Quality for 2010 is placing priority on the adoption of the Water Safety Plan approach in the management of drinking water supplies by Water Services Authorities in Ireland. The basis of the approach is risk assessment but the primary objective is to protect human health. For further details see attached. Time 18:30 (Tea/Coffee) 19:00 (Lecture) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  05/03/2012  SITE TOUR Site visit of EMC facilities at Ovens, Ballincollig. NOTE DATE REVISED FROM 27th FEB With 48,000 employees worldwide, EMC is ranked 3rd on Fortunes list of the Worlds Most Admired Computer Companies. The Centre of Excellence in Ovens, Cork employs over 1,900 in a 650,000 square-foot campus incorporating a range of functions including manufacturing, services and R&D. This event will tour the EMC manufacturing operations, with a detailed overview of key technologies including Cloud Computing and Big Data. Time: 3pm PLACES ARE LIMITED See attached for booking details Location: EMC Ballincollig Click here for more information  28/02/2012  Microsystems Technology - Delivering Opportunities for Ireland Speaker: Dr. Cian O Mathuna (Tyndall National Institute) Microsystems are composed of miniaturized electronic components including sensors, microprocessors, wireless communications, actuators and power. This talk will present the technology, case studies of real applications and current and future opportunities for Ireland in this emerging space. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  21/02/2012  The Irish-Scottish Links on Energy Study - Testing the Supergrid Theory Speaker: Jim Gannon Associate, RPS Tea/Coffee from 18:30 Lecture start : 19:00 Further information contact: Brendan Brice (brendan.brice@rpsgroup.com) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  20/02/2012  Site Visit to Mott MacDonald Ireland Presentation and site visit to MMIs Offices in Little Island to unearth the intricacies of their work on Civil Engineering Projects Location: MMI Offices East Gate Little Island Click here for more information  10/02/2012  Annual Dinner Contact: John Lapthorne (021-4871026) Location: The Maryborough Hotel & Spa Click here for more information  10/02/2012  Septic Tank Legislation Workshop Cork Environmental Forum, supported by Engineers Ireland, Cork are hosting a FREE Information Seminar on the Water Services Amendment Bill (2011) commonly referred to as the Septic Tank legislation. The aim of the seminar is to provide a realistic understanding of the legislation and disseminate good professional information on responsibilities and implications for individuals. Speakers include chartered engineers, Kevin Murray and Michael Madden who will provide an overview of the legislation, the range of waste treatment systems available and supplier responsibility. Tim Clifford will cover site assessment whilst David Best from Kingspan will explain the possible outcomes of an assessment , including implications and associated costs. Mark Boylan from The Sustainable Water Network will focus on the need for good river basin management. The seminar is structured to allow maximum time for attendees to have queries pertinent to them discussed and answered through round table sessions facilitated by the speakers. Good practice in relation to the use and maintenance of conventional septic tanks will also be highlighted. The Seminar will take place at Oriel House, Ballincollig on Friday 10th February from 9am–1pm. There is no charge for attending, however, due to limited space it is advisable to register by emailing: bernadette@cef.ie or contacting Bernadette Connolly, Development Co-ordinator, CEF at 086 8216726. Location: Oriel House, Ballincollig, Co. Cork Click here for more information  07/02/2012  The Convention Centre Dublin Speaker: Ken Moriarty (O Connor Sutton Cronin) Joint Lecture with IStructE The Convention Centre Dublin (CCD) centrally located on Spencer Dock on the north bank of the River Liffey in Dublin City Centre is Irelands new world-class, purpose built international conference and event venue. Tea/Coffee from 6:30pm Lecture Start: 7:00pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  01/02/2012  The Internal EU Electricity Market: Implications for Ireland About the Event; Energy and Environment Division Lecture Irelands Single Electricity Market (SEM) is just four years in operation but the emerging structure of the planned Internal EU Market appears incompatible with the SEM. CER will outline their analysis of emerging EU developments and the projected timeframe for implementation in Ireland. Prof. Paul Gorecki of ESRI will present ESRI recent research findings on the implications of EU developments on Ireland’s electricity market, including the implications for Electricity Prices Interconnector requirements and funding issues Renewable electricity development and economics and will discuss the appropriateness of having to undertake fundamental and costly modifications to SEM to comply with EU market structures. For further information please contact; Gerry Duggan, email gerryduggan100@eircom.net mobile 087 2931593 Location: Engineers Ireland, 22 Clyde Road, Dublin  31/01/2012  Refurbushment of Historic Buildings Speaker: Dr. Colm Cryan (University of Limerick) Sustainable refurbishment has become a more significant component of the construction industry at a time when (and maybe because) resources have become scarce. In his talk, Dr Cryan will present the strategy that he is developing to help optimise the allocation of resources in the sustainable refurbishment of heritage buildings. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  25/01/2012  Information Evening for Construction Industry Professionals Co-Operative If you are an engineer, architect or design professional sole trader and are challenged to find business in the current economic climate you will be interested in participating in an Open Night in Maryborough House on Wednesday January 25th at 6pm. Supported by Cork Enterprise Board, Enterprise Ireland, Engineers Ireland, the Royal Institute of Architects, Cork Chamber, Cork City Partnership, Cork City Council and various educational institutions the Open Night will explore the benefits of working in a shared environment as a part of a co-operative Hub. Key note speakers on the night will include Frank O Mahony, Managing Director, Wilson Architects and Pat McGrath, Deputy Chairman – International Development, PM Group. Each speaker will share their experiences on working in international markets. We invite anyone who feels they might be interested in being a part of this initiative, to attend the evening. To learn more and to register for this free open night contact Judy Costigan on 021-4887056 or judy@costiganmarketing.com Location: Maryborough House Hotel Cork (18:00) Click here for more information  17/01/2012  Tidal Energy Technologies and Power Potential in Ireland Speaker: Donal O Sullivan (BGE) Joint lecture with Energy Division Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  16/01/2012  Membership Information Evening You are invited to attend a Membership Evening for engineers who wish to hear more about joining Engineers Ireland. On the night, the Membership Team will give a presentation on how to apply for membership, the benefits of membership and also how to apply for a Registered Title such as Chartered Engineer. Monday 16th January 6.00pm | Rochestown Park Hotel, Douglas, Cork. If you or any of your colleagues are interested in attending either event, please register your interest by emailing: membership@engineersireland.ie Places for this free event are limited so register today! Kindest Regards, The Membership Team Email: membership@engineersireland.ie Phone: 01 665 1334 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  10/01/2012  Passive House Briefings #1, 2012: Passive House Association of Ireland in association with EASCA Seminar (18:45 - 21:30) Topics to be discussed include: * Passipedia Demonstration – online knowledge source * Passive Prefabrication - getting it right, on-site and off * Crafting Passive Houses – a new generation of tradesmen & women * Mind the Gap: Part L & Passive House - new professional challenges * Climatic Influences on Part L & Passive House design Location: Room IT3, New Library Building, CIT, Bishopstown, Cork Click here for more information  13/12/2011  Lugh Lamhfhada, Nuadha Airgeadlamh agus Clann Tuireann: innealtoireacht agus draiocht in Eirinn fado AN ROTH Leachtoir: Annraoi de Paor, Ollamh Emeritus le hInnealtoireacht Leictreach, UCD Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  08/12/2011  YES Site Visit to Bord Gáis Eireann This event will provide an insight into the work that Bord Gáis undertake throughout their business. Subjects to be covered include: (1) Combined cycle gas turbines – BGE Whitegate plant; (2) Wind energy – overview of BGE portfolio; (3) Planning and environmental; (4) Commercial role within BGE; (5) New energy & technology. The number of places available for this event is constrained to 20 people. FREE EVENT. BOOKING IS REQUIRED, on a first come first served basis, by emailing the above address or contacting Shaun O Keeffe on (021) 4809800. Location: Bord Gáis Office, 5 Lapps Quay, Cork. Click here for more information  06/12/2011  The GridLink 400kV Project, Facilitating Renewable Energy, Regional Growth and Interconnection Speaker: John Lowry (EirGrid) Joint Lecture with IET Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  01/12/2011  Negotiation Skills This is the first of five 1-day courses being run in Cork as a follow-up to the Cork Regions CPD series. 9th November – Finance for Engineers - CORK 10th November – Advanced Finance for Engineers – CORK 17th November – Advanced Communication Skills – CORK 25th November – Time Management & Organisational Skills – CORK 1st December – Negotiation Skills – CORK Those who attended the Autumn CPD series can get €60 off each of the 1-day courses; i.e. €300 in total More Details to follow Contact: Kelly Scott CPD Training Executive Engineers Ireland 22 Clyde Road Ballsbridge Dublin 4 Tel: +353 1 665 1328 Location: Silversprings Moran Hotel, Tivoli Cork  29/11/2011  ESB International - Irish Engineers Overseas Speaker: Jim Murray (ESBI) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  25/11/2011  Time Management and Organisational Skills This is the first of five 1-day courses being run in Cork as a follow-up to the Cork Regions CPD series. 9th November – Finance for Engineers - CORK 10th November – Advanced Finance for Engineers – CORK 17th November – Advanced Communication Skills – CORK 25th November – Time Management & Organisational Skills – CORK 1st December – Negotiation Skills – CORK Those who attended the Autumn CPD series can get €60 off each of the 1-day courses; i.e. €300 in total More Details to follow Contact: Kelly Scott CPD Training Executive Engineers Ireland 22 Clyde Road Ballsbridge Dublin 4 Tel: +353 1 665 1328 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  22/11/2011  Introduction to Automation Speaker: Aidan Mullin (DPS) Joint Lecture Cork Region / Chemical & Process Division This lecture is intended as a high level introduction and overview of the design of Automation systems. Areas that will be addressed include: * PLCs, SCADA and DCS * Continuous and Batch systems * Automation Standards S88, S95. The goal of this lecture is to provide attending engineers with knowledge of the main solutions available in each case and enough information to begin an investigation as to what the most suitable design is for their facility or project. Time: 20:00 ###FREE EVENT### PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LINK FOR BOOKING DETAILS Location: Janssen Bio Ringaskiddy Click here for more information  17/11/2011  Wine Tasting Course All that you ever wanted to know about wine in one evening in the River Lee Hotel Places Limited so Book Early. Small Charge Applies. Contact: Shaun O Keeffe (021) 4809800 email : yes@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: River Lee Hotel Click here for more information  17/11/2011  Advanced Communication Skills This is the one of five 1-day courses being run in Cork as a follow-up to the Cork Regions CPD series. 9th November – Finance for Engineers - CORK 10th November – Advanced Finance for Engineers – CORK 17th November – Advanced Communication Skills – CORK 25th November – Time Management & Organisational Skills – CORK 1st December – Negotiation Skills – CORK Those who attended the Autumn CPD series can get €60 off each of the 1-day courses; i.e. €300 in total More Details to follow Contact: Kelly Scott CPD Training Executive Engineers Ireland 22 Clyde Road Ballsbridge Dublin 4 Tel: +353 1 665 1328 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork  15/11/2011  Re-exploring Irelands oil resource potential using current technology and pricing assumptions Speaker: John O Sullivan (Providence Resources) This is a joint lecture with the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30) Click here for more information  14/11/2011  POSTPONED....Lean Engineering – Lean Six Sigma #######PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES THIS LECTURE HAS BEEN POSTPONED######## Chemical & Process Engineering Division Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Speaker: Ray Timmins (Progressive Business Excellence) This session provides a brief introduction on why an organisation might use LSS, how it might get started and the key factors which ensure continuing success. It will provide a tour through the evolution of continuous improvement, the differences in Lean and Six Sigma approaches and an important introduction to breaking down the jargon. Time: 19:30 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  10/11/2011  Advanced Finance for Engineers This is the one of five 1-day courses being run in Cork as a follow-up to the Cork Regions CPD series. 9th November – Finance for Engineers - CORK 10th November – Advanced Finance for Engineers – CORK 17th November – Advanced Communication Skills – CORK 25th November – Time Management & Organisational Skills – CORK 1st December – Negotiation Skills – CORK Those who attended the Autumn CPD series can get €60 off each of the 1-day courses; i.e. €300 in total More Details to follow Contact: Kelly Scott CPD Training Executive Engineers Ireland 22 Clyde Road Ballsbridge Dublin 4 Tel: +353 1 665 1328 Location: Silversprings Moran Hotel, Tivoli Cork  09/11/2011  Finance for Engineers This is the one of five 1-day courses being run in Cork as a follow-up to the Cork Regions CPD series. 9th November – Finance for Engineers - CORK 10th November – Advanced Finance for Engineers – CORK 17th November – Advanced Communication Skills – CORK 25th November – Time Management & Organisational Skills – CORK 1st December – Negotiation Skills – CORK Those who attended the Autumn CPD series can get €60 off each of the 1-day courses; i.e. €300 in total More Details to follow Contact: Kelly Scott CPD Training Executive Engineers Ireland 22 Clyde Road Ballsbridge Dublin 4 Tel: +353 1 665 1328 Location: Silversprings Moran Hotel, Tivoli Cork  08/11/2011  SEVESO II / SEVESO III and land use planning Speaker: Maeve McKenna (AWN Consulting Ltd.) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30)  08/11/2011  Legislative Requirements for Compliance with European Directives Time: 09:30 to 17:00 (Registration from 09:00) This 1-day seminar on Legislative requirements for compliance with European Directives will be of interest to all Manufacturers, Importers, Distributors, Assemblers, Installers, End Users, Designers, Engineers, Public and Private sector bodies (SME’s and large corporations) who want to refresh and/or familiarise themselves on the requirements on associated EU Directives. Expert speakers will share their experiences and cover topics such as: PED / SPVD / TPED Directives, ATEX 95 & 137 Directives, Machinery Directive, Low Voltage Directive, REACH Regulation 2006/1907/EC, Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation 2008/1272/EC, Noise Directive, RoHS Directive, PPE Directive, EMC Directive, Functional Safety Standard. Contact: Denis Crowley (021) 4277670 Email : denis.crowley@arup.com Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  07/11/2011  Site Visit to Janssens Biologics Facility in Barnahely, Ringaskiddy FREE, All Welcome Time: 18:30 Presentation and site visit to Janssens Facility to discover the world of Biopharma engineering The Janssen Biologics (previously Centocor) plant is a world class manufacturing facility for the production of monoclonal antibodies, which won the ISPE Facility of the Year Award 2009 in the Sustainability Category. The tour will include both the manufacturing and support areas, and will address the roles of engineers in all aspects of operations. Contact: Shaun O Keeffe (021) 4809800 email: yes@engineersirelandcork.ie NOTE: Booking is necessary as places are limited. In case of oversubscription preference may be given to members. Location: Janssen Bio, Ringaskiddy Click here for more information  02/11/2011  IStructE - Graduate Evening On Wednesday, 2 November, The Institution of Structural Engineers (Republic of Ireland Branch) in association with the Department of Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering, Cork Institute of Technology will host a Graduate Evening. Recent graduates undertaking postgraduate research and graduates working across a range of engineering firms will give brief presentations sharing their experiences since graduating. The aim of the evening is to provide an insight for students and other members of the structural engineering fraternity into what it is like for Graduate Engineers working with Consultants today and show the opportunities that are available for research. It is intended that the evening will be relatively informal and there will be ample time for questions and discussion. Venue: Room B190, Cork Institute of Technology Date: Wednesday, 2 November 2011 Time: 18:30 For more information visit: http://www.istructe.ie/files/Graduate_Evening_Cork_2011.pdf Location: Cork Institute of Technology  01/11/2011  Registered Titles of the Institution Speaker: Shirley McDonald, Manager, Membership Growth Projects Shirley will explain the process for achieving the Registered Titles CEng MIEI, AEng MIEI and EngTech MIEI Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30)  01/11/2011  Engineers without Borders - Ireland - Sustainable Development through Engineering Speaker: Darren Mollaghan (EWB) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00)  26/10/2011  Duties of Engineers under the Construction Regulations of 2006 Chemical & Process Engineering Division Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Speaker: Eamon Egan (Egan Safety Solutions) With any construction project there are a number of parties that have an interest in the project. The following have specific legal duties under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2006 (S.I. No. 504 of 2006) * Client * Project Supervisor Design Process * Designers * Project Supervisor Construction Stage * Contractors Eamon looks at the key duties and responsibilities of engineers under these regulations. Time : 19:30 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  24/10/2011  Management Skills for Engineers (Part 4 of 4) CPD Series Autumn 2011 Lecture 5 : Negotiation Skills Time 18:30 to 20:30 (Tea / Coffee from 18:00) Speaker: Phil Kildea This session will be of interest to those, who wish to gain a greater understanding of the professional negotiation process; including the techniques and ploys commonly used by negotiators. The four (4) lectures for the CPD series will be 1½ - 2 hrs long and will be abridged versions of popular 1-day courses run by Engineers Ireland in Dublin. Engineers Ireland intends to run the four full-day courses in Cork in Nov/Dec and will offer a discount to those that have attended our October CPD series of the full €60 member rate for each course; potentially saving €240 on all four courses. See link below for the CPD Series price list. Credit Card Payment facilities will also be available Further details Contact: CPD2011@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  20/10/2011  Under the Arches - Choosing a life in the cold and damp! SPECIAL JOINT MEETING IStructE & Engineers Ireland (Cork Region) This special night lecture will hear Dr Bill Harvey, a world renowned expert in masonry bridge structures, tell about their behaviour and what we do not know about it. This promises to be a very entertaining and enlightening talk. FREE - ALL WELCOME Lecture start : 19:00 (Tea/Coffee available from 18:30) This lecture is supported by the Roads Directorate Cork City Council Location: Millennium Hall - Cork City Hall Click here for more information  17/10/2011  Management Skills for Engineers (Part 3 of 4) CPD Series Autumn 2011 Lecture 4 : Time Management and Organisational Skills Time 18:30 to 20:30 (Tea / Coffee from 18:00) Speaker: Tiernan Ivory Topics include: o Distinguishing between high and low value tasks * Identifying the categories of time usage * Understanding the five steps to prioritisation * Managing interruptions * Introducing changes to our schedules The four (4) lectures for the CPD series will be 1½ - 2 hrs long and will be abridged versions of popular 1-day courses run by Engineers Ireland in Dublin. Engineers Ireland intends to run the four full-day courses in Cork in Nov/Dec and will offer a discount to those that have attended our October CPD series of the full €60 member rate for each course; potentially saving €240 on all four courses. See link below for CPD Series price list. Credit Card Payment facilities will also be available Further details Contact: CPD2011@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  14/10/2011  YES Oktoberfest Brewery Tour & beer tasting in the Franciscan Well Places Limited. Small Charge Applies. Contact: Shaun O Keeffe (021) 4809800 email: yes@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Franciscan Well Brewery Cork Click here for more information  12/10/2011  Management Skills for Engineers (Part 2 or 4) *****NOTE RESCHEDULED DATE***** CPD Series Autumn 2011 Lecture 3 : Communication Skills Time 18:30 to 20:30 (Tea / Coffee from 18:00) Speaker: Penny Withey This 2-hour introduction to the value of good communication focuses on the process of good communication and how to influence others when communicating with them. It also considers dealing with aggressive and passive people, and how to assert oneself, especially in a meeting situation. The four (4) lectures for the CPD series will be 1½ - 2 hrs long and will be abridged versions of popular 1-day courses run by Engineers Ireland in Dublin. Engineers Ireland intends to run the four full-day courses in Cork in Nov/Dec and will offer a discount to those that have attended our October CPD series of the full €60 member rate for each course; potentially saving €240 on all four courses. See link below for the CPD Series price list. Credit Card Payment facilities will also be available Further details Contact: CPD2011@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  05/10/2011  Corrib Gas Development - Technical, Safety and Regulatory Challenges Speaker: Gerry Costello (Shell E&P Ireland Limited) Energy & Environment Division Evening Lecture The Corrib gas field was discovered in 1996 and the final investment decision was taken by the Corrib partners in late 2001. The concept adopted was a subsea offshore development tied back to an onshore gas terminal. This concept still represents best practice for developing a gas field in deep waters close to an existing gas market. The Corrib project has faced many challenges technical, safety and regulatory and the lecture will provide an insight into how the challenges have been addressed and the way forward. Lecture available live by WebEx on the Engineers Ireland website www.engineersireland.ie Time 18:30 Location: 22 Clyde Road Dublin Click here for more information  04/10/2011  Management Skills for Engineers (Part 1 of 4) CPD Series Autumn 2011 Lecture 2 : Finance for Engineers Time 18:30 to 20:30 (Tea/Coffee from 18:00) Speaker: Eugene Daly This workshop has been developed to provide the learner with an understanding of how to read financial statements and extract important data/trends relating to the performance of the business. It will provide participants with a set of core financial skills to help them communicate more effectively with colleagues in other departments, as well as external to the business. The four (4) lectures for the CPD series will be 1½ - 2 hrs long and will be abridged versions of popular 1-day courses run by Engineers Ireland in Dublin. Engineers Ireland intends to run the four full-day courses in Cork in Nov/Dec and will offer a discount to those that have attended our October CPD series of the full €60 member rate for each course; potentially saving €240 on all four courses. See link below for the CPD Series price list. Credit Card Payment facilities will also be available Further details Contact: CPD2011@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  27/09/2011  Management Skills for Engineers (Introduction) CPD Series Autumn 2011 Lecture 1 : FREE LECTURE - Managing your Career in Challenging Times Time 19:00 to 20:00 (Tea / Coffee from 18:30) Speaker: Donal Molloy This talk highlights how businesses and individuals should look to career management as a way of developing the flexibility to adapt to changing business and economic circumstances. The CPD Series will start with a free lecture on managing your career in challenging times on the 27th September. The following four (4) lectures for the CPD series will be 1½ - 2 hrs long and will be abridged versions of popular 1-day courses run by Engineers Ireland in Dublin. Engineers Ireland intends to run the four full-day courses in Cork in Nov/Dec and will offer a discount to those that have attended our October CPD series of the full €60 member rate for each course; potentially saving €240 on all four courses. See link below for the CPD Series price list. Credit Card Payment facilities will also be available Further details Contact: CPD2011@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  23/06/2011  Communicating STEM Conference 2011 The goal of this conference is to provide delegates with the tools required to create and develop partnerships that promote science, engineering, technology and maths. Case studies of successful partnerships between education, science outreach organisations and industry on a European, national and local level will be shared and discussed. Practical ways for industry to integrate these initiatives into a corporate social responsibility programme will also be presented. At a time of limited resources, the conference will focus on leveraging existing networks as a means to develop quality initiatives that engage a greater number of students, educators and families with STEM outreach activities. The conference programme and registration details can be found below. For any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me on 01-6651307 or at cgeraghty@engineersireland.ie Time... 9:45am to 5:15pm Speakers include Katerne Mathieson - director of Education, British Science Association Lionel Alexander - Chief Executive Hewlett Packard Andre Van Aperen - Jet-Net Corrdinator at Shell Katherine M. Jensen - CSR Manager, Abbott Laboratories Michelle Starr - Liasion Officer, NSE-MSTL Bernard Kierk - Director, Galway Education Centre Aoife O Donoghue / Marcella Whelan - Cork Outreach Centre Dave Fahy - Director, Dublin City of Science 2012 Peter Brabazon - Programme Director, Discover Science and Engineering 6:30 to 8pm Networking Event - Blackrock Observatory For more details log on to.... http://steps.ie/events/communicating-stem-conference.aspx Location: River Lee Hotel Cork Click here for more information  23/06/2011  Cork Chamber Business Breakfast with Bob Savage VP & General Manager EMC Time: 07:30 to 09:00 Cork Chamber is delighted to have EMC Ireland Vice President & General Manager Bob Savage address an audience of Chamber members on Thursday 23rd June in the Cork International Airport Hotel. EMC Ireland is the leader in innovating ways to store, protect, optimize and leverage your information. Bob has worked in many divisions in EMC over the years including: Engineering, Customer Service, Manufacturing and Supply Chain. Bob has a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from Cork Institute of Technology and is a Chartered Engineer with Engineers Ireland. This event is open to members of the public as well as members of the Cork Chamber Prices: €20/€35 (Members/Non-Members) Further details and booking information is available on the Chamber website at http://www.corkchamber.ie/events/2011/06/23/Business-Breakfast-with-Bob-Savage-Vice-President--General-Manager-of-EMC Location: Cork International Airport Hotel  13/06/2011  2nd Forum on Economics of Marine Renewable Energy The Hydraulics and Maritime Research Centre of University College Cork have organised the second forum that will address the challenges facing engineers/managers/economists in the economic evaluation and feasibility assessment of offshore ocean and marine renewables. The technologies addressed are wave, tidal and offshore wind. The following research areas will be discussed; Device Micro-economics, Economics grid integration of ocean renewables, Macro-economics job creation, Variability and Intermittency economics, Installation and operation and maintenance economics, Weather window economics. The official website page link is http://hmrc.ucc.ie/economics_forum.html To register to attend, please email: g.dalton@ucc.ie . Location: G10,Brookfield Science Building, University College Cork  30/05/2011  Irish Coastal Protection Strategy Study – Background, Status and Outputs Engineers Ireland, Water and Environmental Engineering Society & The Chartered Institution Of Water and Environmental Management LECTURE NOTICE Mr. Jim Casey, Office of Public Works This talk will cover the background to the Irish Coastal Protection Strategy Study together with the current status and outputs of this project. In respect of these outputs it will focus in particular on the phases of the project relating to national predictive coastal flood and erosion hazard mapping and also on the development of a tidal and storm surge forecasting model and system for Ireland. Venue: Lecture Theatre, 22 Clyde Road, Dublin 4 Date: Monday, 30th May, 2011 @ 6:30 p.m. Details from: John O Sullivan e-mail: jj.osullivan@ucd.ie Phone: (01) 7163213 Location: Engineers Ireland - 22 Clyde Road  26/05/2011  Habitats Directive Assessments (HDAs) for Natura 2000 sites, Issues in Planning The IPI Cork Branchs is hosting an evening lecture on Thursday 26 May - Habitats Directive Assessments (HDAs) for Natura 2000 sites, Issues in Planning. The new Planning and Development (Amendment) Act 2010, fully integrates requirements for the protection of European Sites designated for nature conservation (Natura 2000 sites) into the Irish planning code. Sharon Casey, Heritage Officer with Cork County Council, will provide a brief introduction to the requirements for Habitats Directive Assessment in relation to development management and planning policy. This is something many of us will have to deal with increasingly, so please come along with your questions and your opinions. Time 6:30pm Fee: FREE to Engineers Ireland members (others €5) Location: Civic Trust House, 50 Popes Quay  11/05/2011  Engineers Ireland Membership Evening Invitation to Engineers Ireland Membership Evening Engineers Ireland will be holding an information session for engineers who wish to hear more about joining Engineers Ireland. On the night, the Membership Team will give a presentation on how to apply for membership, the benefits of membership and also how to apply for a Registered Title such as Chartered Engineer. The session will take place on Wednesday 11th of May at 6.00pm in the Rochestown Park Hotel, Douglas, Cork. To Register your Interest: · Please email membership@engineersireland.ie or phone 01 665 1334. Places for this FREE event are limited so register today! We look forward to meeting with you soon but in the meantime if you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us. Feel free to invite your colleagues! Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  09/05/2011  Legal & Procurement Seminars On 9th May 2011, Quigg Golden will host free seminars in Cork for both Employer and Contractor-side professionals. SEMINAR 1 (1:00pm to 4:30pm) "Legal Update for Public Sector Architects, Engineers and their Consultants." Topics include.. PROCUREMENT LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION SEMINAR 2 (6.00pm – 8.00pm) "Maximising Chances of Securing Public Sector Work A guide to the completion of PQQ and Quality Submissions" Booking Details.. Should you wish to reserve a free place on a seminar, please email Seminars@QuiggGolden.com. If you have and queries in relation to reserving a place telephone Rachael at ((01) 676 6744. Location: Gresham Hotel, Cork; Click here for more information  05/05/2011  it@cork Technology in Business Conference 2011 Venue :  Maryborough Hotel, Douglas, Cork. Date/Time:   Thursday, 05 May 2011, 08:00 - 16:00 Fees: €195 Members   €295 Non-members    Students  € 50 Technology in Business Conference 11 - Growth Through Innovation it@cork announces conference line up of thought leaders to discuss d riving growth in Ireland through innovation . The need to grow and enhance our indigenous and multinational ICT sector has never been more urgent. Through increased competitiveness, a global focus and a renewed spirit of entrepreneurship, the Irish ICT industry is primed for growth through innovation. This conference will highlight and explore some of the key factors that will enable this growth, namely (i) learn from key global innovation success stories, (ii) exploit new innovative technologies, (iii) develop robust innovation systems, and (iv) regain competitive advantage and leverage from current technology multinationals. This years Technology in Business Conference, Growth Through Innovation , will go to the very heart of these issues and will focus on growth areas such as Cloud Computing and Mobile Applications as well as focussing on the economic outlooks and success stories of companies and entrepreneurs who have overcome difficulties and prospered in challenging times. Keynote Speakers Include: Mark Little , Broadcaster, Author & Social Media Entrepreneur. Brian Caulfield , Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist & Partner, DFJ Esprit. For a full line up of this years revised programme along with speaker profiles Book Now to Avail of Early Bird Rates before : Monday, 18 April 2011. For additional information, please contact Marie Fitzpatrick by telephone : 021 230 7011 or alternatively, by email : marie@itcork.ie  Location: Maryborough Hotel, Cork  03/05/2011  Nuno Brandão Costa RIAI South in association with Architecture Society UCC Nuno Brandão Costa is one of the foremost architects working in Portugal today. Born in Porto, Portugal, in 1970, he graduated from FAUP in 1994. He worked with Herzog & de Meuron and with José Fernando Gonçalves & Paulo Providencia in Porto. In 1998, after winning the 1st prize for project of the Central Library of the Faculdade de Ciências Humanas da Universidade Nova in Lisbonand the 2nd prize for the Project of the Portuguese Embassy in Berlin, he opened his office in Porto. In November 2004 Costa won the Jornal Expresso/Sic.12 anos award. He also won the Secil 2008 award, the premier prize in Portuguese architecture for the Building - Móveis Viriato. He has been nominated for the Mies Van der Rohe 2008 award for the Farm in Bouçós. He is a Professor of Architecture at FAUP. The lecture will be filmed so please arrive early. This lecture is in conjunction with UCC Architecture society. Time... 6:30pm More info... www.riaisouth.com ALL WELCOME Location: Cork Centre for Architectural Education, Copley St, Cork Click here for more information  19/04/2011  Annual General Meeting ALL MEMBERS WELCOME (Agenda Attached) Time.. 20:00 For further details contact: Adrian Cunningham (acunningham@bamcontractors.ie) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  13/04/2011  Energy@Cork Workshop Cork Chamber in association with the Cork Area Strategic Plan (CASP) partners invites you to this half day workshop bringing together the diversity of suppliers, customers, researchers and businesses involved in all aspects of energy in the region. The workshop aims to increase awareness amongst those concerned with energy matters in the region and offers an opportunity for those involved to work together to realise the economic potential associated with the energy sector in Cork. Time..... 1:30pm -5pm Register at http://www.corkchamber.ie/events/2011/04/13/EnergyCork-Workshop Location: Radisson Blu Hotel, Little Island, Cork Click here for more information  12/04/2011  Presidential Address & Conferring of Registered Titles Engineers Ireland President Martin Lowery will present his Presidential Address and confer Registered Titles on members of the Cork Region. The Cork Region will also present prizes to the top 2010 graduates from each engineering discipline in both UCC and CIT. Time: 20:00 For further details contact... John Justin Murphy (john.justinmurphy@cit.ie) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  11/04/2011  IBM Global Entrepreneur initiative 2011 You are invited to join us for the launch of it@cork/ IBM Global Entrepreneur initiative 2011 . Date: Monday, 11 April 2011. Time:  09:30am Venue: Cork City Hall This event is FREE to attend but delegates must register in advance. IBM launched the Global Entrepreneur initiative in early 2010. This initiative is designed to help start-up companies capture emerging business opportunities in fast-growing industries like energy and utilities, healthcare, communications and government, and work with a new generation of entrepreneurs to tackle some of the worlds most pressing issues — like water, transportation, healthcare and the environment — that will transform the way people live and work. Part of the IBM Global Entrepreneur initiative is IBM SmartCamp. This is an exclusive networking and mentoring event that identifies early-stage entrepreneurs who are developing business ventures that complement our Smarter Cities efforts by bringing together business, venture capital, academic, civic and government leaders for a conversation about innovation, human capital and economic development in a city environment. To participate in this initiative, a start-up must be: Privately held, In business for less than five years, Actively developing a solution on an open platform - or willing to move to an open platform, Turnover less than $1,000,000. Please contact Marie Fitzpatrick by telephone 021 230 7011 or alternatively, by email: marie@itcork.ie Location: City Hall, Cork  06/04/2011  Wind Energy in the SEM: A Projection of the Impact of Increased Wind Penetration in the SEM to 2020 Energy & Environment Division Lecture by Michael Walsh, Chief Executive Officer, Irish Wind Energy Association (IWEA) IWEA recently commissioned a study on the impact of wind on the Single Electricity Market, and specifically on the wholesale price of electricity and the level of the Public Service Obligation (PSO). The work looks at the impact of different levels of installed wind in 2011, 2015 and 2020. It estimates the change in System Marginal Price and in the revenues and market share of all SEM generation classes. This lecture will outline the results of the study and enable people to understand the impact of wind on the SEM market and vice versa. It will also provide a good overview of how the market dynamics could evolve over time and how the support systems for wind will impact on the PSO. The lecture will be made available live by WebEx on the Engineers Ireland website www.engineersireland.ie . For password details please contact Jim Gannon, Chairman, Energy and Environment Division: jim.gannon@rpsgroup.com Location: Clyde Road (18:30) Click here for more information  05/04/2011  The Design of the M50 Upgrade PPP Scheme - Improving Irelands Busiest Motorway Speaker: Richard Neuling - Technical Director Atkins This lecture will discuss this project with involved the design and construction of 23km of motorway widening and upgrade works to seven interchanges, including conversion of the M1, N2 and N3 Interchanges to full or partial free-flow junctions. Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  22/03/2011  Best Practice for Water Services Network Management Speakers: Grellan McGrath, Operations Director RPS Steven Blennerhassett, Senior Engineer RPS This lecture will provide an overview of network management planning, look at the principle legislation impacting water network operation and examine common water network quality and operational issues and how best to manage them. Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  22/03/2011  Consulting Ireland Seminar Consulting Ireland is holding a FREE seminar in Cork for Irish companies interesting in tendering for opportunities with International Financial Institutions (IFIs), such as the European Commission and World Bank. The morning seminar will introduce the activities of Consulting Ireland (including its online database), describe the international opportunities available and provide practical advice on how best to capitalise on them. A provisional agenda for the seminar and directions to the NMCI are found overleaf. Free parking is available on the day on a first come first served basis. Seamus McCann +353 1 6618950 smccann@astecglobal.com Michael Browne +353 1 727 2795 michael.browne@enterprise-ireland.com Location: National Maritime College of Ireland, Ringaskiddy Click here for more information  15/03/2011  The Internet of Things Speaker: Dr John Barrett, Head of Studies at the Nimbus Centre for Embedded Systems Research (Cork Institute of Technology) This lecture will focus on the Internet of Things, the technologies that are being put in place to build it, the impact it will have on its users and the opportunities it offers for innovation. Time: 18:30 Location: NIMBUS Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  08/03/2011  New Mizen Head Footbridge - Design & Construction Speakers will be from the Project Steering Group: Murt Coleman (Carillion Irishenco) Enda Collery (Carillion Irishenco) Eoghan Lehane (Commissioners of Irish Lights) Brendan Minihane (Cork County Council) Ross O Donovan (RPS) Noel O Keeffe (Cork County Council) Kevin Power (RPS) Kieran Ruane (RPS) This is a Joint lecture with IStructE & ICS Time: 20:00 (Tea/Coffee from 19:30) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  04/03/2011  Irelands Energy Opportunity – Corks Response Cllr Jim Daly, Mayor of the County of Cork, will be hosting a Conference at the Inchydoney Hotel, Clonakilty, Co. Cork, on Friday March 4th 2011 entitled: Irelands Energy Opportunity – Corks Response. The aim of the conference is to showcase a new era of energy projects coming on-stream from Cork, and to highlight the opportunity for a strategic response from the Cork region, to the national energy agenda. Conference Fee €50 (includes lunch) Contact: Mary Murphy (Secretary to the Mayor) Cork County Council Tel: 021 - 4285457 Email: mayor@corkcoco.ie Location: Inchydoney Hotel, Clonakilty Click here for more information  02/03/2011  SITE VISIT Curraheen Hospital Ltd. is developing a hospital/hospice facility measuring 15,209 m2 in Curraheen, Bishopstown Cork. This facility will replace the existing Marymount Hospice/St. Patrick’s Hospital on Wellington Road. The Cork Region of Engineers Ireland is organising a Site Visit at 4pm on 2nd March 2011. If you would like to attend please register your interest as soon as possible as places are limited. Details are attached. Location: Curraheen Hospital Click here for more information  22/02/2011  Natural Gas Vehicles Speaker: Fergal McGrath, (Bord Gáis Networks) Joint lecture with Energy & Environment Division Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  21/02/2011  Building a business on your ideas The Patents Office are holding a seminar entitled - Building a business on your ideas. The seminar takes place in the Rochestown Park Hotel on Monday February 21st. The Patents Office are taking this event around the country and it has been held in Dublin, Donegal and Thurles to date. Topics covered during the day include: What is IP, the patent application process, Patent searches and supports available. The Seminar is free but you must pre-register on http://www.sceb.ie/online-booking. For Further Details contact Ciara McGee Business Adviser South Cork Enterprise Board Unit 6A, South Ring Business Park Kinsale Rd Cork T: 021 4975 281 F: 021 4985 287 E: ciara@sceb.ie W: www.sceb.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Cork  11/02/2011  Annual Dinner Dress: Black Tie Further Details Contact: John Lapthorne (021) 4871026 Location: The Maryborough Hotel & Spa Click here for more information  08/02/2011  Cork Harbour Project Speaker: Paschal Buckley (ESB) Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  25/01/2011  Biomethane: source of renewable transport, thermal energy and electricity Speaker: Dr. Jerry Murphy (UCC) Joint lecture with IChemE Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  18/01/2011  Edmund Edward Fournier d Albe (1868-1933) - Gaeilgeoir agus Innealtóir Athshlánúcháin DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES THIS LECTURE IS CANCELLED AN ROTH Léachtóir : Annraoi de Paor, Ollamh Emeritus le hInnealtóireacht Leictreach, UCD Láthair & Am : To Be Confirmed Location: To be Confirmed Click here for more information  11/01/2011  Sustainable, durable and architectural concrete construction using GGBS cement Speaker: David O Flynn (Ecocem) Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  14/12/2010  Underground gas storage Speaker: Henry Smyth (BGE) Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  07/12/2010  Large Turbo-Generators and Auxiliary Systems Speaker: John Doyle (ESBI) Joint lecture with IET Time: 18:15 (Light Refreshments from 18:00) Location: Cork Institute of Technology (Room B263) Click here for more information  30/11/2010  Developing a world class Maritime & Energy Research Campus in Ireland Speakers: Valerie Cummins (MERC3) & Capt Mark Mellett (Irish Naval Service) Joint lecture with IMarEST Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  23/11/2010  Delivering on discovery: how industry leaders make it happen Chemical & Process Division Inaugural Event About the event: The Chemical and process engineering division is delighted to invite you to their inaugural lecture to introduce professional representation in a new era for engineers in the biopharma, pharma, medical technologies, chemicals and food and beverage industries in Ireland. Admission: Free. All welcome. Time: 18:30 WHERE: Blackrock Castle Observatory Castle Road Cork CONTACT: Justine Butler (justine.butler@dpseng.com) Location: Blackrock Castle Observatory  22/11/2010  Energy Efficiency in Historic Houses Seminar : Cork Presented by the Irish Georgian Society, Cork City County & Cork County Council The half-day seminar (1pm to 5pm) will provide practical, appropriate and easy to understand advice and guidance on how to thermally upgrade historic buildings and reduce energy costs whilst ensuring that no damage occurs to their historic fabric and character. Crucially, attendance will equip the homeowner with the knowledge of how to obtain the most return for the least cost by doing ‘as much as necessary and as little as possible’ to ensure a comfortable and sustainable home to live in. Location: Millennium Hall, Cork City Hall, Cork Click here for more information  16/11/2010  Wind Power for medium sized industry Speaker: Brian Costello (Wind Energy Direct) Joint lecture with Energy & Environment Division Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  08/11/2010  Innovation – how to turn your bright idea into revenue This 1-day seminar will be of interest to all those in both SME and large corporations who wish to maximise revenue through innovation. Expert Speakers will cover topics such as: * The Politics of Innovation * Innovation for Leaders; * How to Innovate; * Commercialising your idea; * The Role of Enterprise Ireland & Enterprise Boards; * Patent Process; * What to expect when trialling new products. A number of case studies will also be presented. Speakers will include: John Mullins (BGE) Denise Kennedy (Cork Rubicon Centre) Pat O Brien (Enterprise Ireland) Michael Weldon (Patent Expert) Padraig Leahy (Product Development Consultant) Ronan Keane (Collaborative Dynamics) etc.. Time: 9:15 – 17:10 (Registration from 8:30) See attached Seminar Fees & Booking Details Contact: Brian Cassidy or Michael O Driscoll (innovation2010@engineersirelandcork.ie) for further information Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  04/11/2010  Cork Chamber of Commerce - Annual Conference In association with HSBC "New Reality / Big Opportunities Two Way Traffic East and West" Cork Chamber will hold it’s 2010 Annual Business Conference sponsored by HSBC on Thursday 4th November 2010 in the Rochestown Park Hotel. The Conference will run from 12.30pm to 5.30pm. This conference will explore, with the benefit of industry expertise from a local, national and international perspective, the opportunities and challenges that exist and point a way forward for the Cork Region and businesses in Cork. Further details can be found on the Cork Chamber website just follow this URL: http://www.corkchamber.ie/events/2010/11/04/Cork-Chamber-Annual-Conference-2010 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  02/11/2010  Information Evening Registered Titles of the Institution Shirely McDonald, Deputy Registrar Engineers Ireland, will provide details of how to obtain the Institutions Registered Titles: Chartered engineer (CEng MIEI) Associate engineer (AEng MIEI) Engineering technician (Eng Tech IEI) Time : 6:30pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  02/11/2010  Rapid Response & Emergency Engineering in Haiti Speakers: John Jefferies (Consultant for Irish Aid Emergency Telecommunications Cluster) & Capt Tim O Connor (Defence Forces Eng Corps) Time: 20:00 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  26/10/2010  Alternative Dispute Resolution (Part 4) Autumn CPD Series Title: Alternative Dispute Resolution Dates: Tue. 5th, Mon. 11th, Tue. 19th & Tue. 26th October 2010 The CPD series of four evening lectures will be on the theme of Alternative Dispute Resolution, covering Mediation, Conciliation, Arbitration, etc. Each week experts in the area will give an update on different aspects of ADR in Ireland, including case studies. The series will include information on ADR career opportunities for Engineers Course fees will apply and booking is recommended. Further details to follow. Venue: Rochestown Park Hotel Time : 6:30pm Further Information contact Kevin Murray / Michael O Driscoll Email: cpd2010@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  19/10/2010  Alternative Dispute Resolution (Part 3) Autumn CPD Series Title: Alternative Dispute Resolution Dates: Tue. 5th, Mon. 11th, Tue. 19th & Tue. 26th October 2010 The CPD series of four evening lectures will be on the theme of Alternative Dispute Resolution, covering Mediation, Conciliation, Arbitration, etc. Each week experts in the area will give an update on different aspects of ADR in Ireland, including case studies. The series will include information on ADR career opportunities for Engineers Course fees will apply and booking is recommended. Further details to follow. Venue: Rochestown Park Hotel Time : 6:30pm Further Information contact Kevin Murray / Michael O Driscoll Email: cpd2010@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  13/10/2010  Arbitration Act 2010 & the new Superior Court Rules Lecture to be given by: Mr Joseph Behan, BE, CEng, FIEI, DLS, FCIArb, the International President of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Joe Behan is a Fellow of both the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and Engineers Ireland; a Council member of the Irish Commercial Mediation Association and a former Board member and Treasurer of Mediators Institute Ireland. Joe is a Director of J P Behan Associates, Consulting Engineers. He is an experienced practitioner in mediation, conciliation, arbitration and adjudication Time: 17:30 to 19:00 Event organised by Bill Holohan, Secretary of www.commercialmediators.ie Location: Law Society Lecture Hall, Courthouse Chambers, Washington Street, Cork  11/10/2010  Alternative Dispute Resolution (Part 2) Autumn CPD Series Title: Alternative Dispute Resolution Dates: Tue. 5th, Mon. 11th, Tue. 19th & Tue. 26th October 2010 The CPD series of four evening lectures will be on the theme of Alternative Dispute Resolution, covering Mediation, Conciliation, Arbitration, etc. Each week experts in the area will give an update on different aspects of ADR in Ireland, including case studies. The series will include information on ADR career opportunities for Engineers Course fees will apply and booking is recommended. Further details to follow. Venue: Rochestown Park Hotel Time : 6:30pm Further Information contact Kevin Murray / Michael O Driscoll Email: cpd2010@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  05/10/2010  Alternative Dispute Resolution (Part 1) Autumn CPD Series Title: Alternative Dispute Resolution Dates: Tue. 5th, Mon. 11th, Tue. 19th & Tue. 26th October 2010 The CPD series of four evening lectures will be on the theme of Alternative Dispute Resolution, covering Mediation, Conciliation, Arbitration, etc. Each week experts in the area will give an update on different aspects of ADR in Ireland, including case studies. The series will include information on ADR career opportunities for Engineers Course fees will apply and booking is recommended. Further details to follow. Venue: Rochestown Park Hotel Time : 6:30pm Further Information contact Kevin Murray / Michael O Driscoll Email: cpd2010@engineersirelandcork.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  24/09/2010  International Conference 2010 Event organised by The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators CIArb Presidents Event THE GLOBAL GROWTH OF ADR Details available at www.arbitration.ie Location: Davenport Hotel Dublin Click here for more information  03/09/2010  BCRI 2010 BRI 10 - Bridge & Infrastructure Research in Ireland CRI 10 - Concrete Research in Ireland The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, UCC and the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, CIT are pleased to host the 2010 joint symposium on: Bridge and Infrastructure Research in Ireland BRI ‘10 Concrete Research in Ireland CRI ‘10 State of the art research in these areas will be complemented by presentations from leading keynote speakers. This event will present practitioners and researchers with an opportunity for dialogue on topics of mutual interest. Further Details and Information on how to register can be found at www.bcri.ie Location: UCC (Day 1) & CIT (Day 2)  02/09/2010  BCRI 2010 BRI 10 - Bridge & Infrastructure Research in Ireland CRI 10 - Concrete Research in Ireland The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, UCC and the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, CIT are pleased to host the 2010 joint symposium on: Bridge and Infrastructure Research in Ireland BRI ‘10 Concrete Research in Ireland CRI ‘10 State of the art research in these areas will be complemented by presentations from leading keynote speakers. This event will present practitioners and researchers with an opportunity for dialogue on topics of mutual interest. Further Details and Information on how to register can be found at www.bcri.ie Location: UCC (Day 1) & CIT (Day 2)  28/08/2010  Water Open Day at Lifetime Lab Lifetime Lab at the Old Waterworks will host a family fun Water Open Day on Saturday 28th August from 11am to 4pm. Admission is free and children and adults can enjoy a series of stands and activities which will help them find out more about water. Activities will include launching water rockets from the Lifetime Lab garden, arts and crafts, science activities, falconry, learning how to be a water detective, blowing giant bubbles and lots more Location: Lifetime Lab, Wateworks, Old Lee Road, Cork Click here for more information  29/06/2010  Design Risk Management The APS (Association for Project Safety) will be providing the following seminar: DESIGN RISK MANAGEMENT SEMINAR “Things that Designers and PSDP need to know” 2.00pm Tuesday 29 June 2010 Location : CITYWEST Hotel, Dublin Topics will include : Demonstrating Competence, Designing for Height Safety, Designing buildings so that they can be safely cleaned and maintained. This will be a good opportunity for Designers and PSDPs to meet the principals of the APS and to create a discussion forum for common interests. Costs will be minimal, approximately €30 per delegate See attached for further details. For additional details or to preregister please contact: Jim Leahy Tel: 021-4665900 Email: jim.leahy@rpsgroup.com Location: CITYWEST Hotel, Dublin Click here for more information  10/05/2010  Committee Meeting Cork Region Committee Meeting Rochestown Park Hotel Time: 17:45 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  27/04/2010  Annual General Meeting Cork Region AGM (MEMBERS ONLY) New Committee Members Welcome Time: 20:00 ENGINEERS Please Support Your Profession Contribute to the activities of your Region Have a say in the future direction of your Institution Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  23/04/2010  Cork / Kerry Engineers Golf Society Contact: Captain: Terry Hourihan Hon. Sec. Denis Crowley Location: Killarney Golf Club  23/04/2010  Annual Conference - Day 2 Parallel Session & Conference Resolutions Full Details www.engineersirelandconference.ie Location: Silver Springs Moran Hotel  22/04/2010  Annual Conference - Day 1 Plenary Session & Gala Dinner Full Details www.engineersirelandconference.ie Location: Silver Springs Moran Hotel  21/04/2010  Economics of Ocean and Marine Renewable Energy The Hydraulics and Maritime Research Centre of University College Cork have organised a seminar that will address the challenges facing engineers/managers/economists in the economic evaluation and feasibility assessment of offshore ocean and marine renewables. This seminar will contain 15 presentations that will deal with the economics of: • Wave/tidal technologies as well as • Offshore wind. Additionally, the seminar addresses the economics of ancillary factors necessary for deployment success: • Grid integration, • Storage and • Interconnection. Location: UCC Click here for more information  21/04/2010  Jump Start Your Career Please read carefully... If you are employed at present... please pass this note onto someone who is unemployed or about to be in your community either family, friend, colleague or acquaintance. If you are unemployed please... join Engineers Ireland Cork Region Jobseekers Network Meeting in Silversprings Hotel Cork, Fortwilliam Houses Annex on Wednesday 21st April at 4pm sharp until 6pm. Guest Speaker: Therese McCarthy (MAC Consulting) RVSP email to : jobseekers@engineersireland.ie Location: Silversprings Moran Hotel  21/04/2010  AVEVA Marine (12 Series) Product Demonstration Members of Engineers Ireland are invited to a demonstration of the AVEVA MARINE (12 Series) Software Agenda: * Understand the benefits of a fully integrated CAD/CAM solution * AVEVA technology update and direction * Capabilities of AVEVA Marine * The Business Benefits * AVEVA GLOBAL * Why AVEVA Marine? * AVEVA NET All welcome Time: 14:30 RSVP by April 7th email: avriljquinn@resources.ie Tel: (021) 4815325 www.resources.ie Location: National Maritime College Ringaskiddy  13/04/2010  Conferring of Titles & Presidential Address Time: 20:00 Dr Chris Horn, President of Engineers Ireland Denis McGrath, Registrar, Engineers Ireland Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  27/03/2010  Cork / Kerry Engineers Golf Society Contact: Captain: Terry Hourihan Hon. Sec. Denis Crowley Location: Fota Golf Club  23/03/2010  SITE VISIT Joint event with Energy & Environment Division Speakers: Brian Sheehan (Bord Gáis Networks) & Declan Lynch (Bord Gáis Investments) Time 16:00 (Lecture), 17:00 (Site Visit) Location: Whitegate Independent Power Plant Site Offices Note that places are Limited so please contact Brian Cunningham (details below) to reserve a place. Attendees should be at the Whitegate Power Plant Entrance before 4.00pm. Introductory presentation will commence at 4.00pm sharp. Site Tour is expected to finish at 6.00pm. If possible attendees are requested to bring their own PPE, particularly footwear and glasses. Contact: Brian Cunningham (021) 4517300 (bcunningham@bamcontractors.ie) Location: Witegate Power Plant & East Cork Transmission Pipeline Click here for more information  22/03/2010  World Water Day Event Engineers Ireland Cork Region will co-host an evening event with the Cork Environmental Forum to celebrate World Water Day Presentations will be given on the following topics.... 1) Flood Risk Management: An examination of the Bandon Flood event of Nov 19th 2009 including land use planning and disaster management. Speaker: Declan Waugh - Chartered Water Manager and Environmental Manager, Chartered Environmentalist, Environmental Scientist; Director EnviroManagement Services, Founder Partnership for Change a not for profit Climate Change organisation 2)Sustainable Drainage Systems and Rainwater Harvesting: An overview of the Types, Design, Environmental Benefits of SUDS and Rainwater Harvesting Systems. Speaker: Tony Cain - Associate Engineer; Associate Member of Engineers Ireland; Principal of H2O Consult. ALL WELCOME. Time 7pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  09/03/2010  Revised FDA Guidelines for Process Validation - Impact on C&Q Programmes Time: 8:00pm Speaker: Alice Redmond (Technical Director PM Group) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  02/03/2010  UCC Building Programme Time: 8:00pm Speaker: Niall McAuliffe (UCC) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  23/02/2010  Suir River Bridge - Waterford Bypass Time: 8:00pm Speakers: J Shinkwin & J Murphy (MMPI) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  16/02/2010  Castletownbere Harbour Project - Aspects of the Design Summary: Development plans for Castletownbere Harbour, one of Ireland's major fishing ports, include the construction of 200 metres of new quayworks dredged to a depth of -10mOD. The paper describes the planning and development of the project and some of the issues that arose during the design and construction - for example the assessment of the contaminated silts and their subsequent removal and treatment and the design basis of the two new quays for the development. Presented jointly by Simon Brewitt BA,BAI, C.Eng. FIEI, MIStructE Director Mott MacDonald Ireland Robert Dunsire BSc (Hons) C. Eng. M.I.C.E. Director of Operations Jacobs Engineering UK Ltd For further information contact: Brendan Brice (brendan.brice@rpsgroup.com / (021) 4665900) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (8pm) Click here for more information  12/02/2010  Annual Dinner Contact: John Lapthorne (021) 4871026 Our Annual Dinner will be held in Maryborough House Hotel on Friday the 12th February. This is the highlight of our year and we are hoping that as many of our members will attend as possible. Please note that this Dinner is for all members (and their business guests) and not simply for those attending as part of corporate groups. The only stipulation is that this is a Dinner and not a Dinner Dance, and is intended for members and their guests more so than their partners. Every effort will be made to accommodate those who attend. This is an ideal opportunity to have mini-reunions of classmates and the organising committee would be pleased to facilitate such arrangements where we can. Location: Maryborough Hotel and Spa Click here for more information  11/02/2010  Design & Construction of Inner City Commercial Developments in Cork Joint lecture with IStructE Time: 8:00pm Speakers: Ken Griffin, Director, Niall Fitzsimons & Co. Martin Murphy, Senior Design Engineer, Niall Fitzsimons & Co. Paul Matson, Senior Design Engineer, Niall Fitzsimons & Co. The presentation will include – deep basement construction including dewatering, basement and foundation design, structure. Dunnes (on site of first Dunnes Stores) and Half Moon Street are purely commercial/retail developments. Opera Avenue has commercial and residential NOTE THAT THIS LECTURE WAS RESCHEDULED FROM THE 12TH JAN 2010 DUE TO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  09/02/2010  Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Initiatives Time: 8:00pm Speaker: Pat Casey (Cork City Council) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  02/02/2010  Microgeneration Time: 8:00pm Speaker: Brendan Fitzgerald (Atkins) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  28/01/2010  Professional Engineers – a resource for secondary school science and mathematics education Event orgainsed in conjunction with STEPS Time: 8pm The objective of this event is to bring potential volunteer engineers and secondary school teachers in the Cork region together and give them a forum to discuss the challenges in the Irish education system. The event will be chaired by Dr Jim Robinson and will include a presentation by Mr. Paul Sheridan, Manager Engineers Ireland STEPS programme, followed by on open forum discussion. In particular, there will be discussion on how professional engineers can be a resource to improve the uptake of higher level mathematics and science subjects. Following the event it is hoped to establish a group/network of volunteer engineers and teachers who can work together on an ongoing basis to create events and programmes in the region to promote and enhance the teaching of science and mathematics. Science and mathematics teachers are also encouraged to attend. For queries/additional information please contact : Nicola Mullins (nicola.mullins@rpsgroup.com / 021 4702652) Jim Robinson (j.robinson@kepler-systems.com / 087-2393010) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  26/01/2010  Grid Connected High Voltage Power Transformers Joint Lecture with IET and Energy & Environment Division Time: 8:00pm Speakers: Ken Lynch (ESBI), Simon Tweed (EIRGRID), Brendan Diggin (ESBI) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  26/01/2010  Local Area Plans - Public Consultation As part of the review of the Local Area Plans Cork County Council will host public informaton sessions in January and February 2010. A session will be held in the Rochestown Park Hotel between 2pm and 8pm on the 26th January. Details attached - All welcome. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  19/01/2010  Water Services Strategic Planning Time: DEFERRED Speaker: Grellan McGrath (Operations Director RPS) DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES THIS LECTURE HAS HAD TO BE DEFERRED TO A LATER DATE. Location: CANCELLED  16/12/2009  Disability Access Certificate - Information Session NOTIFICATION FROM CORK COUNTY COUNCIL Re: Disability Access Certificate Information session Disability Access Certificates will be required for new buildings other than dwellings from January 1st 2010 under the Building Control Act, (S.I. 351, 20 D (1)) Cork County Council Building Control Department propose to hold an Information session on Disability Access Certificates in Midleton Fire Station (Market Green) at 10:00am on Wednesday 16th December 2009 for those who intend preparing applications during 2010 and beyond. If you would like to attend please reply by email to Siobhan.Mccarthy@corkcoco.ie to confirm your attendance as numbers are limited to 40 persons. The Information session will cover: Introduction & Background Outline of Regulations, Forms & Fees Key Areas of Part M 2000 Proposed Part M 2010 Questions Depending on the level of interest, alternative times or venues may be considered. Siobhán McCarthy, Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Cork County Fire and Building Control Department. Email: siobhan.mccarthy@corkcoco.ie Web: http://www.corkcoco.ie Phone: 022-21475 Fax: 022-51358 Location: Midleton Fire Station  15/12/2009  Large Scale Renewable Energy Projects Speaker: Sean Doyle, BE CEng MIEI Associate Director, Malachy Walsh & Partners Synopsis: This fascinating presentation will outline a number of large scale energy projects throughout the world and will specifically cover projects that Malachy Walsh & Partners are currently working on. Some interesting facts will be presented relating to tidal energy, the nature of tidal cycles and how the production of tidal energy will ultimately increase the length of the mean solar day in the future. Time: 8pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  01/12/2009  Luchtaire Cadhnra a Fhorbairt do Sholáthar Cumhachta i gCás Éigeandála do Chórais Rialaithe an Chlaonta i dTuirbíní Gaoithe Amach ón gCósta AN ROTH Am: 6:30pm An tOllamh William Gerard Hurley (NUIG) Location: : Institiúid Teicneolaíochta Chorcaí Click here for more information  20/11/2009  Cork / Kerry Engineers Golf Society Contact: Captain: Terry Hourihan Hon. Sec. Denis Crowley Location: Lee Valley Golf Club  17/11/2009  Road Map for Smart Networks Joint lecture with IET Time: 6:00pm (Tea/Coffee provided) Speaker: John Shine (ESB Networks) Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  10/11/2009  Chicago Spire (Joint Lecture with IStructE) Speaker: David McLean (Thornton Tomasetti) ***PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO UNFORESEEN THIS LECTURE HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED*** Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  10/11/2009  Eurocode EN 1997 Geotechnical Design 1 day course For further details please go to http://www.engineersireland.ie/cpd/cpd-training/courses/eurocodeen1997geotechnicaldesigncourse/#d.en.2456 The course is available at a special reduced rate of €200. Contact: Aidan O’Flaherty, Engineers Ireland, 22 Clyde Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Phone: 01 665 1348, Fax: 01 665 1370 Location: Cork International Airport Hotel  05/11/2009  Eurocode EN1993 Design of Steel Structures 1 Day course This course is designed to provide delegates with the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to be a proficient designer using Eurocode 3 Design of Steel Structures. The course will rely on practical application of knowledge acquired using a series of workshops (a calculator is required). Contact: Aidan O’Flaherty, Engineers Ireland, 22 Clyde Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Phone: 01 665 1348, Fax: 01 665 1370 Location: Cork International Airport Hotel Click here for more information  03/11/2009  Registered Titles & Further Education Evening 6:30pm Registered Titles of the Institution 8:00pm Further Education & Aid Agencies Speakers to be confirmed Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  28/10/2009  Synthetic Natural Gas and Fuel Cell Technologies Event organised by The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (Republic of Ireland Region) Speaker: Mr Dermot Killeen, Customer Engineering Manager, Calor Gas Time: 18:30 to 20:00 (light refreshments provided) RSVP: Tuesday 27th October – Numbers need to be confirmed. Anna Maria Murphy, Arup, Tel No. 021 422 3274 or email anna-maria.murphy@arup.com Location: Life time lab Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, Cork Click here for more information  27/10/2009  SITE VISIT In association with IChemE "Eli Lilly Biotechnology Tour" Site tour will take place at 6:30p.m. sharp. Pre-booking is Essential. Numbers are limited. Contact: Nicola Mullins (021) 4702652 Location: Eli Lilly Bio Plant Click here for more information  22/10/2009  Concept to Commercialisation of Biomedical Devices Lecture organised by Engineers Ireland Biomedical Division Speaker: Mr Pat O'Connor (Manager, MEDIC Centre) http://www.medic.ie/index.html Time: 7:00 to 8:00pm For further details contact Dr. Keith Bryan (email Keith.Bryan@cit.ie) Location: Rubicon Centre, CIT Click here for more information  20/10/2009  Eurocodes - A Practical Introduction (SESSION 4) CPD Series SESSION 4 - Designing in Timber & Masonry This is a series of practical courses to assist those familiar with the application of existing design codes in advance of the withdrawal of the old codes in 2010. Course fees will apply and booking is recommended. Details attached. Note that fees paid by members for attending this evening CPD series will be taken as a discount off the €200 fee for the 1-day Eurocode Seminar to be held on 20th Octber 2009 (see Diary for details) Bookings: John J Murphy Tel:(021) 4326741 Email: john.justinmurphy@cit.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  20/10/2009  Eurocode EN 1992 - Design of Concrete Structures Eurocode EN 1992-1-1 Design of Concrete Structures sets out general rules for the design of concrete structures and rules for the design of buildings, providing a common approach across the European market. From March 2010 all EU Government contracts will be in Eurocodes. In response for the need for training on Eurocode 2 , the Irish Concrete Society in conjunction with Engineers Ireland have arranged for 1-day training courses to be in Cork 20th of October 2009. The aim of this course is to introduce, in some detail, the design approach of Eurocode 2. Significant Fee Reductions. See attached for details Location: The Cork International Airport Hotel  15/10/2009  Technical Report Writing AIMS To refine participants' report writing skills and enable them to communicate more effectively with their readers. OBJECTIVES On completing this programme, participants will be able to: - Plan reports in a more effective manner - Recognise the generic features underlying all report structures - Understand and overcome their own writing difficulties - Structure reports more clearly - Write with greater confidence - Make more key decisions earlier in the reporting process - Present information in a more reader-friendly style For more information please contact Kelly Scott Tel: 01 6651305 Location: Cork  12/10/2009  Eurocodes - A Practical Introduction (SESSION 3) CPD Series SESSION 3 - Designing in Concrete (NOTE: THIS SESSION IS ON MONDAY) This is a series of practical courses to assist those familiar with the application of existing design codes in advance of the withdrawal of the old codes in 2010. Course fees will apply and booking is recommended. Details attached. Note that fees paid by members for attending this evening CPD series will be taken as a discount off the €200 fee for the 1-day Eurocode Seminar to be held on 20th Octber 2009 (see Diary for details) Bookings: John J Murphy Tel:(021) 4326741 Email: john.justinmurphy@cit.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  06/10/2009  Eurocodes - A Practical Introduction (SESSION 2) CPD Series SESSION 2 - Designing in Steel This is a series of practical courses to assist those familiar with the application of existing design codes in advance of the withdrawal of the old codes in 2010. Course fees will apply and booking is recommended. Details attached. Note that fees paid by members for attending this evening CPD series will be taken as a discount off the €200 fee for the 1-day Eurocode Seminar to be held on 20th Octber 2009 (see Diary for details) Bookings: John J Murphy Tel:(021) 4326741 Email: john.justinmurphy@cit.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  30/09/2009  Legionnaires’ Disease - New National Guidelines for Ireland Event origanised by The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers(Republic of Ireland Region) Lecture Presented by Seamus Kerr, RSL Dublin Dr Bill Thomas, ISHEM. Time: 18:30 to 20:00 light refreshments provided Location: Life time lab Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, Cork Click here for more information  29/09/2009  Eurocodes - A Practical Introduction (SESSION 1) CPD Series SESSION 1 - Introduction / Overview & Basis of Design This is a series of practical courses to assist those familiar with the application of existing design codes in advance of the withdrawal of the old codes in 2010. Course fees will apply and booking is recommended. Details attached. Note that fees paid by members for attending this evening CPD series will be taken as a discount off the €200 fee for the 1-day Eurocode Seminar to be held on 20th Octber 2009 (see Diary for details) Bookings: John J Murphy Tel:(021) 4326741 Email: john.justinmurphy@cit.ie **OVERHEADS AVAILABLE ON THE DOWNLOADS PAGE** Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  26/09/2009  Cork / Kerry Engineers Golf Society Contact: Captain: Terry Hourihan Hon. Sec. Denis Crowley Location: Dooks Golf Club  21/07/2009  Interview Skills Workshop Organised by the Cork Region, Engineers Ireland. The aim is to improve the interview skills of engineers, so that they will present themselves to best advantage at job interview. The event is primarily aimed at job seekers and is a day long event. See details below and the attachment for information on the workshop. Interested members are asked to email this address (events@ieicork.ie). Places are strictly limited. Please feel free to circulate this email to other Engineers Ireland members who may be interested. Time: 9.30 - 17.00 Cost: Free for Job Seekers / Contribution of €50 requested for members in full time employment. Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  24/06/2009  Support for Unemployed Members The Cork Region of Engineers Ireland is holding this FREE 1-day seminar in conjunction with the South Cork Enterprise Board. Topics to be covered as part of the Seminar include: * Support and Information for Start Up Companies; * Employment & New Opportunities in Ireland; * Employment & New Opportunities Abroad. All are welcome. However, if you are interested in attending please Register your interest via the "Contact Us" page of this Website or alternatively contact: Bernadette Janeczek (Tel 021-4665902) Email: Bernadette.Janeczek@rpsgroup.com UPDATED PROGRAMME UPLOADED 22-06-2008 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  12/06/2009  Chairing Meetings Aims To enhance engineers' chairing skills and develop their management skills more fully. Benefits On completing this programme, participants will be able to: - Prepare more effectively for meetings - Use a range of strategies to resolve issues - Manage difficult people and situations more effectively - Make more decisions and with greater consensus at meetings - Chair meetings that achieve more results For more information please contact Kelly Scott Tel: 01 665 1305 http://www.engineersireland.ie/trainingDirectory/trainingDirectoryDetails.pasp?eventid=3618&recordsperpage=10&pagenumber=3&ShowTab=1&MenuID=4 Location: Cork  11/06/2009  Organisational Skills Aims: The aims of this course are to improve participants' organisational skills by focusing on the practical aspects of dealing successfully with increasing workloads. Objectives: On completion of the course, participants will be able to: - Identify their strengths and weaknesses regarding time management - Understand the different categories of time usage - Identify ways in which they can save and create time - Prioritise tasks and delegate more effectively - Work more effectively with their teams - Develop better organisational habits For further information: http://www.engineersireland.ie/trainingDirectory/trainingDirectoryDetails.pasp?eventid=3575&recordsperpage=10&pagenumber=3&ShowTab=1&MenuID=4 Location: Cork  22/05/2009  Ladies Committee - Lunch The Engineers Ireland Ladies Committee have arranged to hold a lunch at the Kingsley Hotel Cork on Friday 22nd May commencing at 12:30pm. For further details please contact Joan Malone, Chairperson (087 9112303) Location: Kingsley Hotel, Cork  11/05/2009  Lee Catchment Flood Risk Management Study The OPW, and its partners Cork City Council and Cork County Council, invite you to a series of public information days to inform you of the identified flood risks in the Lee catchment and to hear your views on a range of potential flood risk management options. Flood maps showing areas at risk of flooding from rivers in the Lee catchment as well as from tidal flooding from Cork Harbour have now been prepared. Where the risk of flooding is significant, a range of potential options have been identified to manage this flood risk. Public Information Days will be held at four locations throughout the Lee Catchment between the 6th and 11th May, when members of the project team will be available for questions and to discuss the work done on the Study. Midleton Wednesday, 6th May, 11am to 8pm Macroom Thursday, 7th May, 11am to 8pm Cork City Hall Friday, 8th May, 11am to 6pm Carrigaline Monday, 11th May, 11am to 8pm The feedback received from this public consultation, together with further analysis, will be used to select the preferred flood risk management options for the catchment and prepare a Catchment Flood Risk Management Plan. For further information, please visit our project website: www.leecframs.ie. Location: Various Dates & Locations (see link) Click here for more information  30/04/2009  Job Seeking Seminar Engineers Ireland are offering this free, one-day seminar designed for our members who are unemployed or are likely to be so in the near future. The purpose is to assist individuals to plan and organise themselves, write a strong letter of application and CV in order to obtain the interview and then optimise the interview with effective communication skills. The three tutors are all registered with Engineers Ireland and are providing the time and expertise on a volunteer basis. The seminar will focus on three key competencies – Organisational Skills, Interviewing Skills and Communication Skills. Location: Clyde Road, Dublin Click here for more information  28/04/2009  SITE VISIT Career Development Section Site tours will take place 18:00 & 19:00 hrs. Pre Booking is essential. Numbers Limited. For Bookings / Queries contact: Nicola Mullins (nicola.mullins@rpsgroup.com) Location: Bottlehill Landfill Click here for more information  07/04/2009  Conferring of Titles & Presidential Address Time: 20:00 Jim Browne, President of Engineers Ireland Denis McGrath, Registrar, Engineers Ireland Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  07/04/2009  Annual General Meeting Time: 18:30 CORK REGION AGM Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  25/03/2009  BER’s for Non Domestic Buildings – Routes to Accreditation – Implementation in Ireland – Costs and Benefits The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers Republic of Ireland Branch Jointly presented by Jacqueline Balian – Director of Information - CIBSE Chris Hughes – Programme Manager - Sustainable Energy Ireland Time: 18:30 for 19:00 (Light refreshments provided beforehand) Location: Life time lab Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road Cork Click here for more information  23/03/2009  Meeting with Director General - John Power Engineers Ireland Director General Mr John Power will address a special meeting of the members of the Cork Region to discuss and take opinions on the issue of ‘Growing Engineers Ireland’. This meeting will take place in Jury's Hotel at 6:30pm on Monday 23rd March 2009. ALL members in the Region are encouraged to attend so that our opinions on this key issue can be reported by the Director General to Engineers Ireland Executive in early April 2009. Location: Jury's Hotel, Cork  10/03/2009  Brownfield Remediation SEMINAR This seminar will be of interest to anyone who is currenly, or potentially may be, involved with the redevelopment of brownfield sites. This one-day seminar will have speakers covering the following ‘broad‘ topics:- 1. Assessment of previous site uses and associated impacts 2. Typical investigations and fieldwork procedures 3. H&S issues 4. Remediation measures 5. Case histories and legislation Seamus Coghlan and Gerry Walsh from Cork City Council will present a keynote address to the seminar and highlight chalenges facing developers in the Cork Region. EPA representatives will speak on the legislatative framework surrounding the re-deveopment of brownfield sites. Speakers from both the Consulting and Contracting communities will present their views which will ensure that all topics of interest will be discussed. For further information please contact Simon Brewitt (Simon.Brewitt@mottmacpettit.ie) Brendan Brice (Brendan.Brice@rpsgroup.com) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  04/03/2009  Geothermal Awareness Day The Geothermal Association of Ireland has arranged an awareness day on the 4th March 2009 to coincide with their Annual General Meeting. The day will include a visit to three projects in Cork prior to the AGM, which is to be held at 6.00pm in the Lifetime Lab, Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road. Site Visit, AGM & Guest Lecture Site Visits:- 1. Cork County Hall & Library 2. UCC IT Building 3. UCC Glucksman Art Gallery Guest Lecture:- Geothermal Water In Crystalline Rocks In Portugal, Its Development And UseEurGeol Dr. José Martins Carvalho Location: Cork (various venues see attached) Click here for more information  03/03/2009  Glounthane to Midleton Railway Development Time: 20:00 Speakers: Tony Gerig & Peter Ó Donnghaile, Iarnrod Eireann Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  25/02/2009  Design team collaboration....Why should the engineer play Iago? RIAI Spring Lecture Series The talk will strive to examine the collaboration between Architect and Engineer on modern buildings, review some international examples and share some reminiscences Speaker: Peter Anthony (Horagn Lynch Engineers) ALL – Engineers, Planners, Public – ARE WELCOME! Time : 6.30pm (WINE RECEPTION from 6pm) Full information including directions on www.riaisouth.com Location: St. John's College, Cork  24/02/2009  CASP Update 2008 - Cork Area Strategic Plan Time: 20:00 Speakers: Conall Macaongusa & Aiden O'Neill (RPS) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  19/02/2009  Landfills in Cork: Past, Present & Future **NOTE CHANGE OF DATE** Career Development Section Speaker: Michael O'Brien, Cork City Council Further information contact the CDS Committee Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  17/02/2009  Technical Report Writing 2 day course Aims: To refine participants' report writing skills and enable them to communicate more effectively with their readers. OBJECTIVES On completing this programme, participants will be able to: - Plan reports in a more effective manner - Recognise the generic features underlying all report structures - Understand and overcome their own writing difficulties - Structure reports more clearly - Write with greater confidence - Make more key decisions earlier in the reporting process - Present information in a more reader-friendly style For further information http://www.engineersireland.ie/trainingDirectory/trainingDirectoryDetails.pasp?eventid=3580&recordsperpage=10&pagenumber=2&ShowTab=1&MenuID=4 Location: Cork City  13/02/2009  Annual Dinner Time: 20:00 Further Information & Bookings Contact John Lapthorne Location: Maryborough Hotel and Spa Click here for more information  10/02/2009  Design and Implementation of the Mallow Flood Relief Scheme Time: 20:00 Speakers: Ken Leahy (Arup) & Luke Ballantyne (Arup UK) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  04/02/2009  Energy saving using Ice Storage and Adiabatic cooling Joint event: The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (Ireland Region) & Engineers Ireland Agricultural and Food Division Lecture Presented by Robert Macleod-Smith and Glenn D Comisac Time: 18:30 to 21:00 light refreshments provided Location: Life time lab Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road Cork Click here for more information  04/02/2009  Nuclear Generation - Is it right for Ireland now? This lecture is hosted jointly by Engineers Ireland (Cork Region) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (Ireland Network). Speaker: Professor Peter Mitchell PhD CPhys FInstP MRIA School of Physics, University College Dublin Time: 6.00 p.m. for 6.30 (Light refreshments served at 6.00 p.m.) Location: Cork Institute of Technology (Room B263) Click here for more information  03/02/2009  Energy Costs - Recent Trends and Future Prospects Joint Lecture with Energy-Environment Division Time: 20:00 Speaker: Cathal Gallagher - Bord Gáis Eireann Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  27/01/2009  Overview of Cork Docklands Developments Time: 20:00 Speaker: Seamus Coughlan, Senior Engineer, Cork City Council Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  20/01/2009  Biopharmaceuticals - What are they all about Joint Meeting with Institution of Chemical Engineers Time: 20:00 Speakers: Prof. Gary Walsh (Biotechnology UL) Prof. Ian Marison (Bioprocess Engineering DCU) Mr Dave Murphy (Project Management) Contact: Dr. Ian O’Sullivan, Dept. of Chemical & Biopharmaceutical Engineering, Cork Institute of Technology (ian.osullivan@cit.ie) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  01/01/2009  Furthering your Education Career Development Section Date, Venue & Details to be Confirmed Further information contact the CDS Committee Location: TBA  01/01/2009  SOCIAL EVENING Career Development Section Date, Venue & Details to be Confirmed Further information contact the CDS Committee Location: TBA  12/12/2008  Negotiation Skills Engineers Skillsnet Funded This one day programme will help you understand the principles and best practice approach of the negotiation process, how to use a structured approach, and effectively communicate your position. At the end of this programme attendees will achieve an understanding of the principles and best practices of professional negotiations. They will: Develop a structured approach using a step-by-step process Enhance verbal and non-verbal communication skills Learn how to use and recognise different negotiation techniques and ploys Who should attend This workshop combines action learning, practical insights, and leading edge theoretical concepts. It is targeted at Engineers and Project Managers who wish to enhance their negotiation skills and make negotiation a more rewarding, effective and enjoyable part of their job. Course Content Understanding what negotiating involves: Why negotiations fail Attributes of a good negotiator How to improve your negotiation skills A structured approach to negotiating Communication skills (verbal & non-verbal) Being assertive Tips & techniques for negotiating Understanding what negotiating involves Course duration: 1 day For further details http://www.engineersireland.ie/trainingDirectory/trainingDirectoryDetails.pasp?eventid=3524&recordsperpage=10&pagenumber=1&ShowTab=1&MenuID=4 Location: Cork  02/12/2008  CASP – Plean Straiteiseach Cheantar Chorcai AN ROTH Am: 20:00 Léachtóir: Conall MacAongusa (RPS) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  25/11/2008  Design and Construction of the Elysian Building Joint Lecture with Institution of Structural Engineers Time: 20:00 Speaker: Hugh O'Dwyer (Arup) & Sean Carrigy (PJ Hegarty & Co. Ltd.) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  22/11/2008  Annual Dinner Dance Time: 20:00 Further Incormation & Bookings Contact John Lapthorne Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  18/11/2008  Bologna Process – Masters Degree necessary for CEng Registration from 2013 onwards Joint Meeting with IET Time: 18:00 Speaker: Dr Barry O’Connor, Chartered Engineer, Head of School of Mechanical and Process Engineering, Cork Institute of Technology Location: Cork Institute of Technology (Room B263) Click here for more information  14/11/2008  Golf Society Tee Times: 10:00 - 12:00 Further Information: Pat Sheppard (Capt.) Tom Curran (Hon. Sec.) Location: Lee Valley  04/11/2008  Briefing Session on achieving Registered Titles of the Institute Time: 18:30 Shirley McDonald, Deputy Registrar, Engineers Ireland Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  04/11/2008  Furthering your Education Evening Colleges attending to be confirmed but may include the following:- Queens University Belfast Sligo IT Tralee IT University College Cork University of Limerick University of Ulster Event will follow the "Briefing on Registered titles of the Institution" (approx 20:00). Colleges will be offering their Post-graduate & Master Courses. This will include full-time, part-time & sitance learning courses, with particular emphasis on the latter Further details to be confirmed by the CDS Committee Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  29/10/2008  Commercial Building Energy Ratings & the SBEM Calculation Method The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (Ireland Region) Presented by: Niall Coughlan (BREEAM and BER Assessors) Time 18:30 to 21:00 (light refreshments provided) RSVP Location: Life time lab Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, Cork Click here for more information  21/10/2008  Carbon Critical Design 2008 Time: 19:00 (NOTE CHANGED TIME!!) CPD Series Module 4: "Carbon Critical Design – A Discussion on the Way Forward" Speaker: Anthon Iles (Atkins) Further information & Bookings Contact Kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Jurys Hotel, Western Road, Cork Click here for more information  14/10/2008  Carbon Critical Design 2008 Time: 20:00 CPD Series Module 3: "Carbon Critical Design - The Carbon Manual and Tools for Design" Speakers: Gavin Bollan & Julian Sutherland (Atkins) Further information & Bookings Contact Kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Jurys Hotel, Western Road, Cork Click here for more information  07/10/2008  Carbon Critical Design 2008 Time: 20:00 CPD Series Module 2: "Developing an holistic approach towards a Carbon Critical and Climate Change Strategy." & "Integrated Energy Efficient Building Design and Management" Speakers: Arthur Thornton (Atkins) & Ken Bruton (RPS) Further information & Bookings Contact Kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Jurys Hotel, Western Road, Cork Click here for more information  30/09/2008  Carbon Critical Design 2008 Time: 20:00 CPD Series Module 1: "Carbon Critical Design - Why it is important for Engineers. Climate Change Impacts and Policy" Speakers: Frank McGovern (Senior Scientific Manager EPA) & Joseph Curtin (Senior Researcher Institute of International and European Affairs) Registration from 7:30 pm Further information & Bookings Contact Kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Jurys Hotel, Western Road, Cork Click here for more information  26/09/2008  Golf Society Tee Time: 11:30 - 13:00 Further Information: Pat Sheppard (Capt.) Tom Curran (Hon. Sec.) Location: Dooks Click here for more information  25/07/2008  Engineers Ireland-Golf Championship 2008 FORMAT: Team of 4 - At least one Engineers Ireland Member - Men and Ladies with official club Handicaps - Men max 22, Ladies max 30 Prizes will be presented in the clubhouse at 10pm. The winning team will qualify for the Engineers Ireland Roadstone / Wood Group Golf Championship at Faithlegg House Hotel & Golf Club, Waterford on Sept 27th 2008. Profit from this outing goes to the Engineers Ireland Benevolent Fund. It is an ideal opportunity for client, staff and friends entertainment. Cost per team payable in advance €450 (meal included) To book tee times contact: Michael O’Driscoll, Mobile: 086 8550670 Email: michael@sorensen.ie Location: Douglas Golf Club Click here for more information  21/06/2008  Golf Society Tee Times: 10:30 - 12:30 ; 14:30 - 16:00 Further Information: Pat Sheppard (Capt.) Tom Curran (Hon. Sec.) Location: Cork Golf Club  15/05/2008  ICE Presidential Address - At the Heart of Society ‘At the Heart of Society’ Synopsis: ICE President, Mr David Orr, will present his thoughts on how engineers should be at the heart of society. He looks at four perspectives – the unsung heroes of our profession, what being a professional means, excellence in procurement and the value that civil engineering brings to the local community. Contact: Bernadette Janeczek t 021 466 5900 (Switchboard) or 021 466 5902 (Direct) f 021 487 3742 e bernadette.janeczek@rpsgroup.com Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  13/05/2008  Concrete - An Essential Update Joint Irish Concrete Society & Engineers Ireland Seminar April 29 - May 13, 2008 (16:00 - 20:00) Concrete - An Essential Update A Modular Course in Concrete Technology Part 3 Tuesday 13th May Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  07/05/2008  Geothermal District Heating, Paris Basin - a Learning Curve Joint Meeting The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (Ireland Region) & The Geothermal Association of Ireland Lecture Presented by Pierre Ungemach, Chairman/CEO of GPC IP Please contact by email anna-maria.murphy@arup.com if attending Location: Life time lab, Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, Cork Click here for more information  06/05/2008  Concrete - An Essential Update Joint Irish Concrete Society & Engineers Ireland Seminar April 29 - May 13, 2008 (16:00 - 20:00) Concrete - An Essential Update A Modular Course in Concrete Technology Part 2 Tuesday 6th May Part 3 Tuesday 13th May Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  29/04/2008  Concrete - An Essential Update Joint Irish Concrete Society & Engineers Ireland Seminar April 29 - May 13, 2008 (16:00 - 20:00) Concrete - An Essential Update A Modular Course in Concrete Technology Part 1 Tuesday 29nd April Part 2 Tuesday 6th May Part 3 Tuesday 13th May Location: Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  25/04/2008  Golf Society Tee Times:- 09:45 - 12:45 (Killeen); 14:00 - 16:00 (Lacabane) Further Information: Pat Sheppard (Capt.) Tom Curran (Hon. Sec.) Location: Killarney  24/04/2008  Site Visit Organised by the Career Development Section (CDS) ****NOTE REVISED DATE**** Presentation on the construction of "The Elysian" @ 17:30 in The Clarion Hotel Site visit @ approx 18:15 through "The Elysian" Numbers Limited Pre-Booking Essential Contact:- nicola.mullins@rpsgroup.com Location: The Elysian, Cork Click here for more information  15/04/2008  Cork Region - AGM Time: 8:00pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  15/04/2008  Thomond Park New Covered Stadium: Design, Procurement and Construction Career Development Section Speaker: Thomas H. Cosgrove BE MEngSc CEng EurIng MIEI MIStruct (Director Michael Punch and Partners Limited, Project Manager, Thomond Park) Time: 18:30 to 20:00 Further Information: Brian Murphy, bmurphy@mhl.ie Paul Cawley, paul.cawley@atkinsglobal.com ALL WELCOME Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  07/04/2008  Conferring of Titles Ceremony & Presidential Address Jack Golden, Preident, Engineers Ireland Denis McGrath, Registrar, Engineers Ireland Time: 8:00pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  03/04/2008  Cork Engineering Exhibition Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  29/03/2008  Golf Society Tee Time 11:00 to 12:20 Further Information: Pat Sheppard (Capt.) Tom Curran (Hon. Sec.) Location: Fota Island  22/03/2008  Golf Society Further Information: Pat Sheppard (Capt.) Tom Curran (Hon. Sec.) Location: Fota Island Golf Club  11/03/2008  Deep Basement Design and Construction Joint Seminar with IStructE Further Details: Martin Mannion (021) 4326312 and Darren Twomey (023) 20600 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  04/03/2008  Peter Rice - Life and Work Joint Meeting with IStructE Speaker: Prof. Philip O'Kane, University College Cork Time: 8:00pm ***NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE*** Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  19/02/2008  EU Floods Directive - Pilot Implementation in the Lee Catchment Speaker: Mark Adamson, Office of Public Works Time: 8:00pm **NOTE REVISED DATE** Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  19/02/2008  Radio Frequency Interference - What you should know Joint Lecture with IET and Engineers Ireland Speaker:- Mr . Tom O’Brien, Managing Director, Electromagnetic Technologies Ltd Time:- 18:00 Contact:- Kevin O’Riordan (Tel 021-4672069 e-mail: koriordan@theiet.org) Barry Leach (Tel 021-4326606 e-mail: bleach@cit.ie) Location: Cork Institute of Technology (Room B263) Click here for more information  19/02/2008  Graduate Evening Recent graduates working across a range of engineering firms in the Cork Region will give brief presentations sharing their experiences since graduating. Time: 19:00 Venue: Room B190 Location: Cork Institue of Technology Click here for more information  15/02/2008  Annual Dinner The Annual Dinner is our main social function in the year and we would like to encourage all our membership to attend. Further Information: John Lapthorne (021) 4871026 Location: Maryborough Hotel and Spa Click here for more information  05/02/2008  Sterile Technology in API Manufacturing - Janssen P3 Joint Meeting with IChemE Speaker: John Kelly (Janssen) and Mike Law (Project Management) Time: 8:00pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  29/01/2008  ECO Office Building: Realised Project: Navan Speaker: Paul Leech - GAIA Ecotecture, Kevin O'Brien - PJ Hegarty Time: 8:00pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  23/01/2008  Energy Efficiency in the Retail Sector The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (Ireland Region) Presented by Michael McNerney, Energy Manager, Tesco Ireland Time- 18:30 to 21:00 light refreshments provided RSVP Anna Maria Murphy Tel: 021-4223274 Email: anna-maria.murphy@arup.com Location: Lifetime Lab, Lee Road, Cork (18:00) Click here for more information  22/01/2008  N18 Ennis By-Pass Due to unforeseen circumstances this lecture has been CANCELLED Location: -----  04/12/2007  Ceol agus an Teicneolaiocht AN ROTH Dr. Matt Crannitch Am: 6:15in **NOTE TIME & VENUE** Location: Instituid Teicneolaiochta Chorcai Click here for more information  27/11/2007  Towards a more Sustainable Built Environment Speaker: Prof. Phil Jones, Cardiff University Time: 8:00pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  20/11/2007  Microgeneration of Electricity Speaker: Tony Hearne (ESB Networks) & Frank Daly (Kinviro Ltd.) Time: 6:30pm (light refreshments from 6:00pm) **NOTE TIME & VENUE** Location: Cork Institute of Technology Click here for more information  17/11/2007  Golf Society Further Information: Pat Sheppard (Capt.) Tom Curran (Hon. Sec.) Location: Lee Valley Golf Club  10/11/2007  Annual Dinner Dance Further Information: John Lapthorne (021) 4871026 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  06/11/2007  Briefing Session on achieving the Registered Titles of the Institution Speaker:- Shirley McDonald, Deputy Registrar, Engineers Ireland Time:- 5:30pm for AEng & EngTech Time:- 6:30pm for CEng **NOTE UPDATED TIMES** Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  06/11/2007  The Forming of the Bridge Piers of the Millau Viaduct, France Joint Lecture - ICE (Rep. of Ireland Region) and Engineers Ireland (Civil Division) Speaker: Russell Stanley, Civils Manager, PERI Further information Contact: Bernadette Janeczek (bernadette.janeczek@rpsgroup.ie) or Brian Sexton (bsexton@bsa.ie) Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  25/10/2007  Seminar - Deign and Construction of Precast Walling in Medium and High Rise Developments This event which was previously held in Dublin and it will now be re-run in Cork on 25th October 2007. See attached flyer for full details For Further Information Contact Jimmy Kinahan Ancora Imparo CPD Manager Engineers Ireland 22 Clyde Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Ireland. Tel: 00 353 (0)1 609 0227 Fax: 00 353 (0)1 668 5508 Location: International Airport Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  24/10/2007  The River Lee Hydro-Electric Scheme- 50 Years in Operation The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (Ireland Region) are delighted to present the CIBSE Annual Heritage Lecture The River Lee Hydro-Electric Scheme- 50 Years in Operation Wednesday 24th October 2007 Boole Library Lecture Theatre Lobby, University College Cork Tours of the Inniscarra Dam from 2.30pm and 3.30pm (numbers limited) For further information please see attached flyer or contact Anna Maria Murphy (021 422 3274) anna-maria.murphy@arup.com Location: Boole Library Lecture Theatre Lobby, University College Cork Click here for more information  23/10/2007  Construction Procurement Reform 2007 CPD Series SESSION 4 - Forum – What will be the impact of the New Construction Contracts? Chairperson: Finola McCarthy (Ronan Daly Jermyn Solicitors) Bookings: Kevin Murray Tel : (021) 4290300 Email : kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  15/10/2007  Construction Procurement Reform 2007 CPD Series SESSION 3 - Forms of Construction Contracts – An Employer’s perspective Speaker: Eamonn Conlon (A&L Goodbody Solicitors) Bookings: Kevin Murray Tel : (021) 4290300 Email : kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com **NOTE DATE MONDAY 15 Oct.** Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  09/10/2007  Construction Procurement Reform 2007 CPD Series SESSION 2 - Forms of Construction Contracts – A Contractor’s perspective Speaker: Anthony Hussey / Siobhan Kenny(Hussey Fraser Solicitors) Bookings: Kevin Murray Tel : (021) 4290300 Email : kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  02/10/2007  Construction Procurement Reform 2007 CPD Series SESSION 1 - Introduction / Background; Conditions of Engagement for Construction Consultants Speaker:- Kevin Kelly (McCann Fitzgerald Solicitors) Bookings: Kevin Murray Tel : (021) 4290300 Email : kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  22/09/2007  Golf Society Further Information: Pat Sheppard (Capt.) Tom Curran (Hon. Sec.) Location: Muskery Golf Club  01/09/2007  2007/2008 PROGRAMME OF EVENTS ***** NOTE **** The Cork Regions Committee are currently finalising the 2007/2008 Programme of Events. The New programme will be uploaded to this website as soon as it becomes available. Suggestions Welcome through our 'Contact Us' page. Location:  01/09/2007  YOUNG ENGINEERS The Engineers Ireland Cork Region Committee would like to hear from recent Engineering graduates who are willing to become involved in promoting and organising activites of interest to the younger members in the Cork Region. If you would like to become actively involved with us we want to talk to you!! Please contact the Committee through the 'Contact Us' web page. Location:  01/09/2007  INTERNATIONAL SITE VISIT The Cork Region committee is considering organising a day/overnight site visit to a location in either the UK or Northern Ireland later in 2007. Although the details are still being considered it is envisaged that the trip would take in a site visit to one or more major Civil/Structural enginering projects. In order to guage the interest of the members in the Cork Region we like members to register their interest in such an event through the 'Contact Us' page on this Website. Location: International  01/09/2007  INTERNATIONAL SITE VISIT The Cork Region committee is considering organising a day/overnight site visit to a location in either the UK or Northern Ireland later in 2007. Although the details are still being considered it is envisaged that the trip would take in a site visit to one or more major Civil/Structural enginering projects. In order to guage the interest of the members in the Cork Region we like members to register their interest in such an event through the 'Contact Us' page on this Website. Location: TBC  17/04/2007  ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00)  17/04/2007  CORK REGION - AGM Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  27/03/2007  Conferring of Institution Titles & Presidential Address John McGowan, President, Engineers Ireland Denis McGrath, Registrar, Engineers Ireland Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  26/03/2007  Cork on the Up? - Designing for the Future Speakers: Frank O’Mahony, Principal Architect, Wilson Architecture Dan Boyle, TD for Cork South Central, Green Party Contact : Conor Mooney Email : conor.mooney@coillte.ie Location: Lifetime Lab, Lee Road, Cork (18:00) Click here for more information  14/03/2007  Construction Safety - Implementing the 2006 Regulations Professionals in the Design and Construction Industry are faced with new changes to the way in which safety in construction is managed. This morning seminar will examine the roles of some of the main participants in the construction process and their opportunity to contribute to improved construction safety. Further Details: Simon Brewit (021) 4809800 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  13/03/2007  Data Growth and the Challenges of the Information Age Mark Kelleher, EMC Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  06/03/2007  Kinsale Road Fly-over Speakers: Adrian Cunningham, Ascon; Denis Crowley, Arup Consulting Engineers Time: Wine Reception at 7.30p.m Paper Presentation at 8.00p.m. Location: Cork City Hall, Millennium Wing, Cork Click here for more information  27/02/2007  The Modular API Facility - 14 Months from start of design to production Speaker: Mr. Kevin McCarthy, Process Engineering Manager, Proscon Ltd. Joint Meeting with IChemE Contact : Gavin Murphy Email : gavin.murphy@pmg.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  19/02/2007  STEPS - ‘Engineered! A Week of Wonder’ The inaugural ‘Engineered! A Week of Wonder’ will take place nationwide from the 19th – 23rd February 2007. The celebrations will involve a weeklong programme of interactive events aimed at the 8 to 14 year old age group. Events in the Cork area include:- ** WOW Magic Show ** Cork WOW Treasure Hunt ** Lifetime Labs ** National Maritime College of Ireland - Open day Further Information log on to www.weekofwonder.ie Location: Cork (various)  19/02/2007  Sustainable Drainage Systems The Institution of Civil Engineers REPUBLIC OF IRELAND REGION In association with Engineers Ireland, Local Government Division Speakers: Mr. Don McEntee, Dublin City Council. Mr. Brian Hennelly, Dublin City Council Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  19/02/2007  Sustainable Drainage Systems The Institution of Civil Engineers REPUBLIC OF IRELAND REGION In association with Engineers Ireland, Local Government Division Speakers: Mr. Don McEntee, Dublin City Council. Mr. Brian Hennelly, Dublin City Council Location: Rochestown Park Hotel Click here for more information  16/02/2007  Annual Dinner Contact : John Lapthorne Tel : (021) 4871026 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  13/02/2007  Laser Applications in Micro-manufacturing Leo Sexton, LaserAge Limited Joint Meeting with IMechE Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  06/02/2007  Sustainable Drainage Systems The Institution of Civil Engineers REPUBLIC OF IRELAND REGION In association with Engineers Ireland, Local Government Division Speakers: Mr. Don McEntee, Dublin City Council. Mr. Brian Hennelly, Dublin City Council Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  30/01/2007  Wind Generation of Electricity Doireann Barry, ESB National Grid Joint Meeting with IEE **NOTE VENUE & TIME** Location: Cork Institute of Technology (18:15) Click here for more information  25/01/2007  Strategic Planning in the Cork Region Irish Planning Institute Event Time:- 18:00 Speakers:- Paul Murphy – Cork County Council Ann Bogan – Cork City Council Roddy Hogan – Hogan Associates Location: Imperial Hotel – Morgan Suite Click here for more information  23/01/2007  Cork County Hall Re-development Frank Brennan, Rohcon Ltd Shay Cleary, Shay Cleary Architects Robert Buck/Simon O’Hea, Colt International Further information contact Brian Cunningham [bcunningham@ascon.ie] Location: Cork County Hall (19:30) Click here for more information  05/12/2006  Innealtoireacht agus an Dli Dr. Barra O Conchuir, Institiuid Teicneolaiochta Chorcai **NOTE VENUE** Location: Institiuid Teicneolaiochta Chorcai (18:15) Click here for more information  28/11/2006  Bathing Water Directive (2006/7/EC) Donal Cronin, Engineering Inspector, Department of the Environment, Heritage & Local Government Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  25/11/2006  Annual Dinner Dance Contact : John Lapthorne Tel : (021) 4871026 Location: Silversprings Moran Hotel, Cork  17/11/2006  Golf Society Captain : Michael Heffernan Location: Lee Valley Golf Club  14/11/2006  Beijing Olympic Terminal Dr. Holger Falter, Arup Joint Meeting with IStructE & Irish Concrete Society Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  07/11/2006  Briefing Session on Achieving Registered Titles Shirley McDonald, Deputy Registrar, Engineers Ireland NOTE TIME :- 6:30pm Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (18:30)  23/10/2006  The EU Energy Performance Building Directive Session 4 : Discussion Forum on EU EPBD Speakers : Kevin O'Rourke, SEI; Gerry Mc Caughey, Kingspan Century Homes; Dr. Marcus Keane, UCC; Irish Concrete Society representative; RIAI representative Contact : Kevin Murray Email : kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  16/10/2006  The EU Energy Performance Building Directive Session 3 : The Dwelling Energy Assessment Procedure (DEAP) Speaker : Paul Monaghan, CEO, QSet Contact : Kevin Murray Email : kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  10/10/2006  The EU Energy Performance Building Directive Session 2 : EU EPBD and its relationship to the Building Regulations Speaker : Dr. Marcus Keane, Director, Informatics Research Unit for Sustainable Engineering, Dept. of Civil & Environmental Eng., UCC Contact : Kevin Murray Email : kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  03/10/2006  The EU Energy Performance Building Directive Session 1 : An Introduction to the EU Energy Performance Building Directive (EPBD) Speaker : Kevin O'Rourke, Manager, Built Environment, SEI Contact : Kevin Murray Email : kevin.murray@atkinsglobal.com Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  29/09/2006  Golf Society Sponsor: Irish Tar & Bitumen Captain : Michael Heffernan Location: Dooks Golf Club  28/09/2006  Engineers Skillnet – Cork Region Group/Network A workshop on the Information and Consultation Directive Contact:- Grace Grennan Email:- grace.grennan@ftco.ie Location: The Clarion Hotel, Cork Click here for more information  07/07/2006  Engineers Ireland - Golf Championship 2006 Team of 4 To book tee times contact Michael O’Driscoll Mobile: (086) 8550670 Email: michael@sorensen.ie Location: Douglas Golf Club Click here for more information  24/06/2006  Golf Society Sponsor: John Sisk & Co. Captain : Michael Heffernan Location: Cork Golf Club  28/04/2006  Golf Society For more information please contact Michael Heffernan email: michael.heffernan@CorkCoCo.ie Location: Killarney Golf Club  25/04/2006  Cork Airport’s New Terminal Site Visit organised by the Career Development Section, Cork Region Booking Essential For more information please contact Conor Mooney 087-9102125 or e-mail: cdscork@gmail.com Location: Cork Airport (20:00) Click here for more information  17/04/2006  Cork Region - AGM Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00)  11/04/2006  Annual General Meeting - Cork Region For more information please contact Jim Williamson Tel: (023) 20600 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  04/04/2006  Conferring of Titles & Presidential Address For more information please contact Jim Williamson Tel: (023) 20600 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (19:45) Click here for more information  03/04/2006  The Tale of Two Towers (Big Ben & Leaning Tower of Pisa) Presented by Prof. John Burland, Imperial College, London Co-hosted with the IStructE and Concrete Society NOTE...Lecture to be held on MONDAY 3rd April For more information please contact: Martin Mannion (CIT) Tel: (021) 4326312 Email: mpmannion@cit.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  28/03/2006  ENGINEERS SKILLNET - Cork Cluster Launch Engineers Skillnets provides engineers with the very best non-technical tailored training. This training programme is supported by Engineers Ireland and is funded to a level of 60% by Skillnets, which is supported by the National Training Fund Event Date & Time:- Tuesday 28th March 2006 @ 6:30pm Location: PJ Hegarty & Sons, Carroll’s Quay, Cork Click here for more information  24/03/2006  Golf Society For more information please contact Michael Heffernan email: michael.heffernan@CorkCoCo.ie Location: Fota Golf Club  21/03/2006  Engineering a Successful Career CDS Lecture For more information please contact Conor Mooney Tel: (087) 9102125 Email: conor.mooney@coillte.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  14/03/2006  Centocor Bio Cork Project by Dave Murphy, Director Project Management Group Joint Lecture with IChemE For more information please contact Gavin Murphy Tel: (021) 4328338 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  07/03/2006  Procurement Forms of Contract For more information please contact Simon Brewit Tel: (021) 4966400 Location: Cork Click here for more information  28/02/2006  An Roth - Lecture Details for follow For more information please contact Michael O'Driscoll Tel: (086) 8503476 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00)  21/02/2006  Developments in the Irish Gas Industry Presented by Kieron Carroll, Business Development Manager, Marathon Joint Lecture with the Energy Division For more information please contact Michael O'Driscoll Tel: (086) 8503476 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  16/02/2006  How Project Management Managers In The Construction Industry Get Sued Presented by Jacqueline Griffin of A & L Goodbody An evening CPD seminar for both ICES members and the Irish construction industry For more information contact:- Mark McGreevy Tel: (025) 40108 Email: m.mcgreevy@sisk.ie Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (6:30pm) Click here for more information  10/02/2006  Annual Dinner For more information please contact John Lapthorne Tel: (021) 4871026 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel  07/02/2006  Cork Airport Redevelopment Presented by Howard McDonogh (Rhocon), Mark Foley (Aer Rianta), Michael Martin (Jacobs) For more information please contact Brian Cunningham Tel: (021) 4517300 **NOTE VENUE LOCATION & TIME** Location: Cork Airport (19:00) Click here for more information  24/01/2006  The Art of Theatre and Entertainment Lighting Presented by Ian Scott For more information please contact Barry Leach Tel: (021) 4326606 Location: CIT Theatre, Cork (20:00) Click here for more information  17/01/2006  The Cork Strategic Water Plan Presented by Grellan McGrath, RPS Consulting Engineers For more information please contact Brendan Brice Tel: (021) 4870200 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  06/12/2005  Condition Based Maintenance - Principles and Application at Cara Partners Presented by Jerry Larkin, Engineering Team Leader, Cara Partners Pharmaceuticals, Cork. Co-hosted with IMechE For more information please contact Barry Leach Tel: (021) 4326606 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  29/11/2005  Prot of Cork Strategic Development Plan Presented by Denis Healy, Port of Cork. For more information please contact Jim Williamson Tel: (023) 20600 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  26/11/2005  Annual Dinner Dance For more information please contact John Lapthorne Tel: (021) 4871026 Location: Silversprings Hotel, Cork  18/11/2005  Golf Society For more information please contact Michael Heffernan email: michael.heffernan@CorkCoCo.ie Location: Lee Valley Golf Club  15/11/2005  Patrick Street Redevelopment Simon Brewitt – EG Pettit & Company Location:  15/11/2005  Patrick Street Development Presented by Simon Brewit, EG Pettit & Co. For more information please contact Simon Brewit Tel: (021) 4966400 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  01/11/2005  Briefing Session on Achieving Registered Titles Presentation by Shirley McDonald, Deputy Registrar, IEI For more information please contact John J Murphy Tel: (021) 4326741 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00)  25/10/2005  Environmental Impact Assessment - Module 4 - Human Beings For more information please contact John J Murphy Tel: (021) 4326741 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  17/10/2005  Environmental Impact Assessment - Module 3 - Water & Landscape For more information please contact John J Murphy Tel: (021) 4326741 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  11/10/2005  Environmental Impact Assessment - Module 2 - Heritage For more information please contact John J Murphy Tel: (021) 4326741 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  04/10/2005  Environmental Impact Assessment - Module 1 - Opening Lecture by EPA For more information please contact John J Murphy Tel: (021) 4326741 Location: Rochestown Park Hotel (20:00) Click here for more information  30/09/2005  Golf Society For more information please contact Jim Williamson Tel (023) 20600 Location: Castleisland Golf Club  25/06/2005  Golf Society For more information please contact Jim Williamson Tel: (023) 20600 Location: Cork Golf Club