Guidelines to registeration

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1.0       GUIDELINES FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS AN ENGINEER

Dear Engineering Graduate

Congratulation on your decision to apply for Registration as an Engineer. You have developed your ability beyond that achieved in your academic formation to be a Registered Engineer. It is also a mark of your commitment to Continuing Professional Development of your professional expertise.

Achieving the title of a Registered Engineer is an important landmark in any Engineering career. Successful achievement of the title Engineer will require effort and determination on your part as with any internationally recognized hallmark of Professional excellence.

These guidelines will assist you with the requirements for registration as an Engineer. It is important to read the guidelines and familiarize yourself with what is required for the title. These guidelines also explain how to confirm your eligibility for the title.

1.1       Definition of a Registered Engineer

“Registered Engineer” means a person who holds an accredited Engineering qualification as defined in section 1.3 and after obtaining a minimum professional experience of FOUR years, whether working privately or in the employment of an engineering public organization, has passed the prescribed Engineering practice examination and is registered as such by the Council.

1.2       Eligibility/ Requirements for Registration as an Engineer (Engr.):

1.2.1    Category-I: An Engineering Graduate after obtaining a professional engineering experience of four years minimum.

Requirements:

  • Submission of application through COREN online Registration Portal.
  • Certified copies of engineering qualifications/certificates
  • Evidence of earning of 10 Continuous Professional Development points.
  • Professional competency profile as contained in the certificate of experience sheet as obtained from COREN website.
  • NYSC certificate.
  • He/she has passed Professional Examination conducted by COREN.

1.2.2    Category-II: Absorption: A Holder of a title of MNSE, C.Eng. or P.Eng of internationally recognized Engineering Council e.g. ECUK, PEC, Engineers Australia, etc.

Requirements:

  • Submission of application through COREN online Registration Portal.
  • Submission of MNSE certificate.
  • Submission of certified true copy C.ENG, P.ENG or such initially recognized Engineering Council certificate and academic transcript.

1.3       Acceptable Academic Qualifications for Registration as an Engineer

(a)        COREN accredited B.Eng./B.Sc./B.Tech in Engineering.

(b)        HND in an Engineering field + COREN accredited PGD in the same field of Engineering e.g. HND Civil Engineering + PGD Civil Engineering with 2 years post PGD experience. (not registrable after 2021).

(c)        HND in an Engineering field + COREN accredited B. Eng/B.Sc or B. Tech in the same field of Engineering e.g. HND Civil Engineering + B. Eng Civil Engineering with 2 years post B.Eng Experience.

(d)       Diploma – Inginuer from Continental Europe (registrable after 4 years).

(e)        Degree in Engineering from the Eastern Block translated as M.Sc. and New B. Sc. (registrable after 4 years).

(f)        HND (Engineering) + M.Eng. (Engineering) in the same field with 2 years post M.Eng experience.

(g)        Full technological certificate (obtained not later than 1999) + PGD + M. Eng. (registrable after 2 years).

(h)        B.Sc. (Science) + M.Eng. (in relevant field) + 10 years post graduate Engineering experience and not less than 50 years of age.

(i)         Those who met the requirement in h, but are less than fifty (50) years of age may be considered if is an employer of Engineering Practitioners (at least 3 Engineers) and have made outstanding contributions to the Engineering Profession OR has evidence of exceptional talents and has obtained a Ph.D, in Engineering.

(j)         COREN registered Engineering Technologist who satisfies a – i above is registrable after 1 year.

2.0       GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION:

(i)         All application and relevant attachments required for registration must be submitted at www.coren.gov.ng. Please note that you must click submit button to complete your application process. An email message will be sent to you immediately to confirm your submission.

(ii)        Application will be processed for assessment and you will be called for assessment/interview within 6 months.

(iii)       Curriculum Vitae to be submitted according to “Guideline for detailed CV” in www.coren.gov.ng.

(iv)       Technical report: Clearly defining up to date Engineering experience, and describing various projects you have been involved and your personal contribution. In addition, discuss in detail an Engineering project you have designed, implemented or supervised. You are to submit 3 duly endorsed and dated hard copies by a Registered Engineering Practitioner of your cadre or higher to the Centre’s Coordinator (See guidelines for report writing available on www.coren.gov.ng).

(v)        Physical examinations of all original credentials shall be performed. Photocopies and statements of results/transcripts are not acceptable.

(vi)       Sit for a written examination comprising of two sections (Engineer in the Society and your area of specialization).

(vii)      Sit for oral interview.

(viii)     Scoring shall be based on COREN approved guidelines comprising of 6 different sections. Candidates must score a minimum of 50% in each section in order to be registered.

(Please note that IV and VI are for prospective Engineers and Engineering Technologists only).

Also note the following specifics:

 

  • Assessment interviews will normally last between 25 and 30 minutes by minimum of two members of panel of experts having not less than ten years of professional experience. You will be provided 5 to 10 minutes at the start of interview to give an uninterrupted verbal presentation about your professional competency. No presentation equipment will be allowed.
  • The panel of experts will then question you in relation to the contents of your application, focusing on your area of expertise.
  • Panel of experts is bound by COREN code of ethics to maintain confidentiality of assessment and information/data provided.

3.0       FEE STRUCTURE FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS AN ENGINEER:

3.1       Council Shall Charge the Fees as in tables 1 and 2

 

Table 1.          Schedule of Fees for Registration (Personnel) via COREN Professional Examination.

DESCRIPTION                                                                    AMOUNT
Application & Processing Fee N 15,000 + N 70,000 = N 85,000.00
Full Registration / Induction Fee                                    = N 63,000.00
Total                                    =N 148,000.00

 

Table 2.          Schedule of Fees for Registration through Absorption (Personnel) via Professional Associations.

 

DESCRIPTION                                                                    AMOUNT
Application & Processing Fee N 15,000 + N 20,000 = N 35,000.00
Full Registration / Induction Fee                                    = N 63,000.00
Total                                     =N 98,000.00

4.0       PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION, TIMING AND PANELS

  • There shall be Professional Examination twice yearly in Abuja.
  • Three days and at least three weeks before the Council Meeting.
  • Submission of Engineering Work Experience report to COREN Coordinators at the regions/area shall be completed not later than 4 weeks before the examination date.
  • Reports shall be made available to the relevant examiners before the examination.
  • The examination Panel should consist of two Registered Engineers per 20 candidates per day.
  • Submission of the examination results by the Chief Examiner to the Registrar at the end of each examination should be done within 2 days.
  • Council shall approve the result (in March, June, September and December).
  • Notify the candidate of the Council decision.

5.0       GUIDELINES FOR REPORT WRITING

Candidate seeking for registration into any of the Engineering Personnel shall be required to produce an experience report of not less than 3000 and not more than 5000 words in three (3) copies, and submit the same to the Centre Coordinators within the date of examination.

In addition to fulfilling the requirements stated in the Guidelines for registration, candidates are advised to take note of the following hints on how to produce a report of the quality and format acceptable to COREN:

(a)        The report shall have a minimum of five chapters including introduction, summary (in tabular form), details, conclusion, and appendices (endorsed by supervising engineers).   More chapters are acceptable as long as they conform to the approved style of report presentation.

(b)        The summary of Work Experience (to be presented in tabular form) should conform to the table below:

Table 3:          Summary of work Experience

 

PERIOD EMPLOYER/ POSITION/ ACTIVITIES DURATION (MONTHS) SUPERVISING ENGINEERS
NAME SIGNATURE & STAMP

(c)        The report must be written in font size 12, Times New Roman, tidy, well typed, and spiral bound to A4 size booklet.

(d)       For all activities or project outlined in Table 3, important engineering aspects such as project name, objective, Bill of Engineering Measurement and Evaluation (BEME),  locations, engineering specifications, codes, standards, quality control, management system, your role and participation, and important   lessons/experience   gained  as   result   of   your involvement should be included.

(e)        The report shall closely take into account the details stated in the Report Guidelines for specific Engineering disciplines such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural.

(f)        The report shall be signed by the writer at the end and dated.

(g)        The writer shall list at the end of the report the names of two Registered Engineers who shall endorse and certify for the Work Experience attained and reported.

COREN Guidelines for Report Writing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POST GRADUATE

WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT

 

BY

 

(………………………….)

 

SUBMITTED TO

COUNCIL FOR THE REGULATION OF ENGINEERING IN NIGERIA

 (COREN)

6.0      GUIDELINE FOR THE WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT

Title Page

FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA

COUNCIL FOR THE REGULATION OF

ENGINEERING IN NIGERIA

 

WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT

 

BY

 

(…………………………….)

 

SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION AS AN

ENGINEER/ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

 

 

(ENGINEERING DISCIPLINE)

By: NAME (Candidate)

Application Id. No: XXXX

Mobile No.: 080 XXXX XXXX

Email:name@yahoo.com                                                                                  Day, MM,YYYY

6.1       Certification

I certify that this report was written by me and it is a record of my post graduate work experience.

______________________                                                    ______________________

Name                                                                          Signature and Date

 

 

 

 

I, the undersigned, have gone through the report that has been prepared and I endorse the experience attained and reported by the writer. Based on my personal knowledge of the character and professional reputation of the applicant, I recommend for acceptance of this work Experience report by the COREN in partial fulfillment of the requirements for registration as Registered Engineer/Engineering Technologist.

______________________                                                    ______________________

Name                                                                          Stamp and Date

______________________

Date                                                               

CHAPTER ONE

 

1.0       INTRODUCTION

  • Summary of your academic and professional Engineering Work Experience (Maximum of one page).

Practice and understanding of Engineering in: planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research and/ or sales of Engineering Products

CHAPTER TWO

 

2.0       SUMMARY OF WORK EXPERIENCE

Period Detail of Projects/Activities Duration

(Months)

Supervisor
Name Signature
EMPLOYER:

Position:       Trainee

Project:

Activities undertaken were for examples: –

(i)              Preparation   of   annual   maintenance plan.

(ii)           Prioritizing the road to be maintained.

(iii)         Prepare 3year strategic plan for road

works.

(ii)           Conduct     Annual     District     Road

Inventory and Condition Survey.

(iii)         Categories maintenance work into different interventions i.e. Periodic, Spot improvement and routine maintenance.

CHAPTER THREE

3.0       DETAILS OF ENGINEERING WORK EXPERIENCE

3.1       Project: Design of bridge along Abuja – Lafia Road (193km)

3.1.1    Project Particulars (e.g.)

Client:  Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, Abuja

Project cost: N80 Billion

Consultant: Etteh Aro & Partners

Position held: Trainee

Period:  6 Months

3.1.2    Project description

  • Introduction of the project
  • Objective

3.1.3    Feasibility Study

3.1.4    Applications of Health, Safety and Environmental Standards to the Area of Practice

3.1.5    Scope of the Works

To be defined by applicant. Design and preparation of detail drawings (ability to interpret/calculate/analyze the basic equipment/process parameters).

Example: carrying out of feasibility study so as to prepare design equitable for a bridge of total length of 33m long, Design and preparation of detail drawings, prepare bills of quantities; cost estimation, preparation of proposal to solicit funds and preparing tender documents.

3.1.6    Preparation of BEME and Tender Documents:

3.1.7    Proffering Solutions to Engineering Problems

CHAPTER FOUR

4.0       CONCLUSION AND EXPERIENCE GAINED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

APPENDICES

Design Calculations     –           To be signed and sealed by a Registered Engineer on every page.

Design Drawings          –           To be signed and stamped by a Registered Engineer

7.0       GUIDELINES FOR DETAILED CURRICULUM VITAE

  1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

NAME SEX

PRESENT EMPLOYER MARITAL STATUS NATIONALITY

ADDRESS AND TEL.

E-MAIL:

  1. ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

(Degrees and memberships: state place obtained, Reg. Nos., date, class)

  1. FURTHER TRAINING (Seminars, Workshops, Conferences attended)
  2. PUBLICATIONS (If any)
  3. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
a. Period: e.g. 2000 -2003
b. Employer: e.g. DANGOTE Cement Industry
c. Position: e.g. Design Engineer in Directorate of Designs
d. Project: e.g. Installation of Kiln (describe project briefly)
e. Involvement: e.g. What you were assigned to do in this project and what
responsibilities you took.
  1. f. Achievements:

Engineering skills gained (in Design, Construction, maintenance, Installation, Research, Planning, Operations, etc), what you believe you now know as an engineering problem encountered and solutions you suggested.

  1. Repeat from a to f as necessary.

8.0       CONDUCT OF PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION (PE)

8.1       Oral Interview- Areas of Focus

(i)         Knowledge and practice of engineering in: planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research, entrepreneurship, teaching and/ or sales of Engineering Products.

(ii)        Knowledge and understanding of:

(a)        Standards, Codes, Manuals, Handbooks and other documents that contain the body of knowledge and practice relevant to the field of engagement

(b)        Health, Safety and Environmental issues relevant to the area of practice.

(c)        The Engineers Code of Ethics, regulations and COREN Act.

(d)       Current Affairs (as related to Engineering Profession)

8.2       Oral Interview– Scoring Guide

  1. Clarity of Expression (5 Marks)

(i)         Communication Skills (2)

(ii)        Interpersonal Skills (1)

(iii)       Use of Technical Terminology (1)

(iv)       Grammar (1)

  1. Performance on Technical Questions (13 Marks)

Planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research, teaching services, entrepreneurship, sales of Engineering Products, etc. (13)

  1. Candidate’s Exposure in his chosen Field in the following areas? (12)

(i)         Health, Safety and Environment (3)

(ii)        Ethics and relationship with Society (4)

(iii)       Standards, Codes, Specifications, Manuals, Handbooks etc. (3)

(iv)       Current Affairs (2)

9.0       PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION EVALUATION SHEET

ENGINEER’S/TECHNOLOGIST’S CADRE

  1. CANDIDATE’S NAME:…………………………………………………………………….
  1. CANDIDATE ID NO.:………………………………………………………………………
  1. QUALIFICATION(S):………………………………………………………………………
  1. CADRE:……………………………………………………………………………………..

MAX. SCORE      ACTUAL SCORE

(5) QUALIFICATIONS (ENGINEER)

1st Class Degree

2nd Class Degree

Other Classes of Degree

TECHNOLOGIST

Distinction

Upper/Lower Credit

Other Classes of Diploma

(6) AFFILIATION TO APPROVED PROFESSIONAL BODIES

(a)               Graduate/Membership of Professional bodies

(7) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Engrs: 4 years/ Technologist 3 years minimum

(8) QUALITY OF WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT.

(i)     Certification

(ii)   Introduction (Practice and understanding of Engineering).

(iii) Summary of Work Experience

(iv) Detail of Work Experience:

(a)   Feasibility study.

(b)   Design and preparation of detail drawings (ability to interpret/calculate/analyze the basic equipment/process parameters).

(c)   Preparation of BEME and tender documents.

(d)   Proffering solutions to Engineering problems.

(e)   Applications of Health, Safety and Environmental Standards to the Area of Practice

(v)   Conclusion.

(vi) Appendices (relevant design calculations and drawings)

(9) WRITTEN EXAMINATION

Engineers in Society

Area of Specialization

(10) ORAL INTERVIEW

(ix)       Clarity of Expression.

(ii)        Performance on Technical Questions.

(iii)      Has the Candidate Adequate Exposure in his chosen Field in the following areas:

(a)         Health, Safety and Environment.

(b)         Ethics and relationship with Society.

(c)         Standards, Codes, Specifications, Manuals, Handbooks etc.

(d)         Current Affairs

TOTAL  

 

*For pass in the Professional Examinations, a candidate must score a Yes in (7) and (8i), and score at least 50% in all sections and an overall score of 60%

Report template can be assessed on COREN Website

REMARKS:………………………………………………………………………………………..

 

RECOMMENDATION:…………………………………………………………………………..

 

NAME……………………………………………SIGN……………………DATE………………

ASSOCIATE EXAMINER                                                                          

 

 

NAME……………………………………………SIGN……………………DATE………………

ASSOCIATE EXAMINER                                                                          

                                   

NAME……………………………                                        SIGN/DATE:……………………….

10.0     GUIDELINES FOR THE REGISTRATION OF PERSONNEL BY ASSOCIATIONS

In exercise of the powers conferred on it by the new Act (Section 6 (3)(f) “specifying the manner in which professional associations may certify their members for the purpose of registration ….”, and to facilitate absorption of members of the professional associations, Council approves the following guidelines for registration of Engineering Practitioners by the Nigerian Engineering Associations;

  1. That the Associations shall adopt Council’s approved guidelines for professional examinations for their respective cadres.
  2. That the Associations shall give a 2-weeks notice to Council on the date and venue of their examinations.
  3. That a Council Monitor appointed by the Chairman of the Engineering Practitioners Assessment Committee shall monitor the examination process of an association.
  4. That the Associations shall endeavor to keep the total financial burden(inclusive of branch charges) on prospective registrants at a reasonable level and in no case more than these;

Engineers              N50,000.00

Technologists        N30,000.00

Technicians           N20,000.00

Craftsmen             N10,000.00

1.0       GUIDELINES FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS AN ENGINEERING

            TECHNOLOGIST

Dear Technologist Graduate

Congratulation on your decision to apply for Registration as an Engineering Technologist. You have developed your ability beyond that achieved in your academic formation to be a Registered Engineering Technologist. It is also a mark of your commitment to Continuing Professional Development of your professional expertise.

Achieving the title of a Registered Engineering Technologist is an important landmark in any Engineering career. Successful achievement of the title Engineer will require effort and determination on your part as with any internationally recognized hallmark of Professional excellence.

These guidelines will assist you with the requirements for registration as an Engineering Technologist. It is important to read the guidelines and familiarize yourself with what is required for the title. These guidelines also explain how to confirm your eligibility for the title.

1.1       Definition of a Registered Engineering Technologist (Engn. Tech.)

“Registered Engineering Technologist” means a person who holds a COREN Accredited HND Engineering Qualification, its equivalent or full Technological Certificate (FTC) + PGD in relevant Field and after obtaining a minimum professional experience of three years, whether working privately or in the employment of an engineering public organization, has passed the prescribed engineering practice examination and is registered as such by the Council.

1.2       Eligibility/ Requirements for Registration as an Engineering Technologist (Engn. Tech):

1.2.1    Category-I:    An HND Graduate or its equivalent after obtaining a professional experience of 3 years minimum.

Requirements:

  • Submission of application through COREN online Registration Portal.
  • Certified copies of Engineering Qualifications Certificates.
  • NYSC Certificate.
  • He/She has passed Professional Exam conducted by COREN
  • Evidence of earning of 6 Continuous Professional Development points.
  • Professional Competence as contained in the certificate of experience sheet as obtained from COREN website.

1.2.2    Category-II: Absorption:

(i)         Submission of application through COREN online registration Portal.

(ii)        Submission of certified true copy of NATE Certificate.

(iii)       Submission of certified true copy Incorporated Engineer (UK) Certificate or its equivalent.

1.3       Acceptable Academic Qualifications for Registration as an Engineering Technologists

(i)         HND in Engineering from COREN accredited Polytechnics or Monotechnic.

(ii)        Degree in Engineering from Eastern Europe translated as B.Sc. before 1993.

(iii)       Ingr-Grad from Continental Europe.

(iv)       Full Technological Certificate+ PGD in relevant field.

  • Sc in Engineering Technology from accredited American Universities as Contained in ABET List.

2.0       GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION:

(i)         All application and relevant attachments required for registration must be submitted at www.coren.gov.ng. Please note that you must click submit button to complete your application process. An email message will be sent to you immediately to confirm your submission.

(ii)        Application will be processed for assessment and you will be called for assessment/interview within 6 months.

(iii)       Curriculum Vitae to be submitted according to “Guideline for detailed CV” in www.coren.gov.ng.

(iv)       Technical report: Clearly defining up to date Engineering experience, and describing various projects you have been involved and your personal contribution. In addition, discuss in detail an Engineering project you have designed, implemented or supervised. You are to submit 3 duly endorsed and dated hard copies by a Registered Engineering Practitioner of your cadre or higher to the Centre’s Coordinator (See guidelines for report writing available on www.coren.gov.ng).

(v)        Physical examinations of all original credentials shall be performed. Photocopies and statements of results/transcripts are not acceptable.

(vi)       Sit for a written examination comprising of two sections (Engineer in the Society and your area of specialization).

(vii)      Sit for oral interview.

(viii)     Scoring shall be based on COREN approved guidelines comprising of 6 different sections. Candidates must score a minimum of 50% in each section in order to be registered.

(Please note that IV and VI are for prospective Engineers and Engineering Technologists only).

Also note the following specifics:

 

  • Assessment interviews will normally last between 25 and 30 minutes by minimum of two members of panel of experts having not less than ten years of professional experience. You will be provided 5 to 10 minutes at the start of interview to give an uninterrupted verbal presentation about your professional competency. No presentation equipment will be allowed.
  • The panel of experts will then question you in relation to the contents of your application, focusing on your area of expertise.
  • Panel of experts is bound by COREN code of ethics to maintain confidentiality of assessment and information/data provided.

3.0       FEE STRUCTURE FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS A TECHNOLOGIST:

3.1       Council Shall Charge the Fees as in tables 1 and 2

 

Table 1.          Schedule of Fees for Registration (Personnel) via COREN Professional

Examination

DESCRIPTION                                                                    AMOUNT
Application & Processing Fee N 10,000 + N 60,000 = N 70,000.00
Full Registration / Induction Fee                                    = N 35,000.00
Total                                    =N 105,000.00

 

 

 

Table 2.          Schedule of Fees for Registration through Absorption (Personnel) via Professional Associations.

DESCRIPTION                                                                    AMOUNT
Application & Processing Fee N 10,000 + N 10,000 = N 20,000.00
Full Registration / Induction Fee                                    = N 35,000.00
Total                                    = N 55,000.00

4.0       PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION, TIMING AND PANELS

  • There shall be Professional Examination twice yearly in Abuja.
  • Three days and at least three weeks before the Council Meeting.
  • Submission of Engineering Work Experience report to COREN Coordinators at the regions/area shall be completed not later than 4 weeks before the examination date.
  • Reports shall be made available to the relevant examiners before the examination.
  • The examination Panel should consist of two Registered Engineers per 20 candidates per day.
  • Submission of the examination results by the Chief Examiner to the Registrar at the end of each examination should be done within 2 days.
  • Council shall approve the result (in March, June, September and December).
  • Notify the candidate of the Council decision.

5.0       GUIDELINES FOR REPORT WRITING

Candidate seeking for registration into any of the Engineering Personnel shall be required to produce an experience report of not less than 3000 and not more than 5000 words in three (3) copies, and submit the same to the Centre Coordinators within the date of examination.

In addition to fulfilling the requirements stated in the Guidelines for registration, candidates are advised to take note of the following hints on how to produce a report of the quality and format acceptable to COREN:

(a)        The report shall have a minimum of five chapters including introduction, summary (in tabular form), details, conclusion, and appendices (endorsed by supervising engineers).   More chapters are acceptable as long as they conform to the approved style of report presentation.

(b)        The summary of Work Experience (to be presented in tabular form) should conform to the table below:

Table 3:          Summary of work Experience

 

PERIOD EMPLOYER/ POSITION/ ACTIVITIES DURATION (MONTHS) SUPERVISING ENGINEERS
NAME SIGNATURE & STAMP

(c)        The report must be written in font size 12, Times New Roman, tidy, well typed, and spiral bound to A4 size booklet.

(d)       For all activities or project outlined in Table 3, important engineering aspects such as project name, objective, Bill of Engineering Measurement and Evaluation (BEME),  locations, engineering specifications, codes, standards, quality control, management system, your role and participation, and important   lessons/experience   gained  as   result   of   your involvement should be included.

(e)        The report shall closely take into account the details stated in the Report Guidelines for specific Engineering disciplines such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural.

(f)        The report shall be signed by the writer at the end and dated.

(g)        The writer shall list at the end of the report the names of two Registered Engineers who shall endorse and certify for the Work Experience attained and reported.

COREN Guidelines for Report Writing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POST GRADUATE

WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT

 

BY

 

(………………………….)

 

SUBMITTED TO

COUNCIL FOR THE REGULATION OF ENGINEERING IN NIGERIA

 (COREN)

6.0     GUIDELINE FOR THE WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT

Title Page

FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA

COUNCIL FOR THE REGULATION OF

ENGINEERING IN NIGERIA

 

WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT

 

BY

 

(…………………………….)

 

SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION AS AN

ENGINEER/ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

 

 

(ENGINEERING DISCIPLINE)

By: NAME (Candidate)

Application Id. No: XXXX

Mobile No.: 080 XXXX XXXX

Email:name@yahoo.com                                                                                  Day, MM,YYYY

6.1       Certification

I certify that this report was written by me and it is a record of my post graduate work experience.

______________________                                                    ______________________

Name                                                                          Signature and Date

 

 

 

 

I, the undersigned, have gone through the report that has been prepared and I endorse the experience attained and reported by the writer. Based on my personal knowledge of the character and professional reputation of the applicant, I recommend for acceptance of this work Experience report by the COREN in partial fulfillment of the requirements for registration as Registered Engineer/Engineering Technologist.

______________________                                                    ______________________

Name                                                                          Stamp and Date

______________________

Date                                                               

CHAPTER ONE

 

1.0       INTRODUCTION

  • Summary of your academic and professional Engineering Work Experience (Maximum of one page).

Practice and understanding of Engineering in: planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research and/ or sales of Engineering Products

CHAPTER TWO

 

2.0       SUMMARY OF WORK EXPERIENCE

Period Detail of Projects/Activities Duration

(Months)

Supervisor
Name Signature
EMPLOYER:

Position:       Trainee

Project:

Activities undertaken were for examples: –

(j)              Preparation   of   annual   maintenance plan.

(jj)           Prioritizing the road to be maintained.

(jjj)         Prepare 3year strategic plan for road

works.

(v)            Conduct     Annual     District     Road

Inventory and Condition Survey.

(vi)          Categories maintenance work into different interventions i.e. Periodic, Spot improvement and routine maintenance.

CHAPTER THREE

3.0       DETAILS OF ENGINEERING WORK EXPERIENCE

3.1       Project: Design of bridge along Abuja – Lafia Road (193km)

3.1.1    Project Particulars (e.g.)

Client:  Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, Abuja

Project cost: N80 Billion

Consultant: Etteh Aro & Partners

Position held: Trainee

Period:  6 Months

3.1.2    Project description

  • Introduction of the project
  • Objective

3.1.3    Feasibility Study

3.1.4    Applications of Health, Safety and Environmental Standards to the Area of Practice

3.1.5    Scope of the Works

To be defined by applicant. Design and preparation of detail drawings (ability to interpret/calculate/analyze the basic equipment/process parameters).

Example: carrying out of feasibility study so as to prepare design equitable for a bridge of total length of 33m long, Design and preparation of detail drawings, prepare bills of quantities; cost estimation, preparation of proposal to solicit funds and preparing tender documents.

3.1.6    Preparation of BEME and Tender Documents:

3.1.7    Proffering Solutions to Engineering Problems

CHAPTER FOUR

4.0       CONCLUSION AND EXPERIENCE GAINE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

APPENDICES

Design Calculations     –           To be signed and sealed by a Registered Engineer on every page.

Design Drawings          –           To be signed and stamped by a Registered Engineer

7.0       GUIDELINES FOR DETAILED CURRICULUM VITAE

  1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

NAME SEX

PRESENT EMPLOYER MARITAL STATUS NATIONALITY

ADDRESS AND TEL.

E-MAIL:

  1. ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

(Degrees and memberships: state place obtained, Reg. Nos., date, class)

  1. FURTHER TRAINING (Seminars, Workshops, Conferences attended)
  2. PUBLICATIONS (If any)
  3. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
a. Period: e.g. 2000 -2003
b. Employer: e.g. DANGOTE Cement Industry
c. Position: e.g. Design Engineer in Directorate of Designs
d. Project: e.g. Installation of Kiln (describe project briefly)
e. Involvement: e.g. What you were assigned to do in this project and what
responsibilities you took.
  1. f. Achievements:

Engineering skills gained (in Design, Construction, maintenance, Installation, Research, Planning, Operations, etc), what you believe you now know as an engineering problem encountered and solutions you suggested.

  1. Repeat from a to f as necessary.

8.0       CONDUCT OF PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION (PE)

8.1       Oral Interview- Areas of Focus

(i)         Knowledge and practice of engineering in: planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research, entrepreneurship, teaching and/ or sales of Engineering Products.

(ii)        Knowledge and understanding of:

(a)        Standards, Codes, Manuals, Handbooks and other documents that contain the body of knowledge and practice relevant to the field of engagement

(b)        Health, Safety and Environmental issues relevant to the area of practice.

(c)        The Engineers Code of Ethics, regulations and COREN Act.

(d)       Current Affairs (as related to Engineering Profession)

8.2       Oral Interview– Scoring Guide

  1. Clarity of Expression (5 Marks)

(i)         Communication Skills (2)

(ii)        Interpersonal Skills (1)

(iii)       Use of Technical Terminology (1)

(iv)       Grammar (1)

  1. Performance on Technical Questions (13 Marks)

Planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research, teaching services, entrepreneurship, sales of Engineering Products, etc. (13)

  1. Candidate’s Exposure in his chosen Field in the following areas? (12)

(i)         Health, Safety and Environment (3)

(ii)        Ethics and relationship with Society (4)

(iii)       Standards, Codes, Specifications, Manuals, Handbooks etc. (3)

(iv)       Current Affairs (2)

9.0       PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION EVALUATION SHEET

ENGINEER’S/TECHNOLOGIST’S CADRE

  1. CANDIDATE’S NAME:…………………………………………………………………….
  1. CANDIDATE ID NO.:………………………………………………………………………
  1. QUALIFICATION(S):………………………………………………………………………
  1. CADRE:……………………………………………………………………………………..

MAX. SCORE      ACTUAL SCORE

(5) QUALIFICATIONS (ENGINEER)

1st Class Degree

2nd Class Degree

Other Classes of Degree

TECHNOLOGIST

Distinction

Upper/Lower Credit

Other Classes of Diploma

(6) AFFILIATION TO APPROVED PROFESSIONAL BODIES

(b)               Graduate/Membership of Professional bodies

(7) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Engrs: 4 years/ Technologist 3 years minimum

(8) QUALITY OF WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT.

(vii)          Certification

(viii)        Introduction (Practice and understanding of Engineering).

(ix) Summary of Work Experience

(x)   Detail of Work Experience:

(f)    Feasibility study.

(g)   Design and preparation of detail drawings (ability to interpret/calculate/analyze the basic equipment/process parameters).

(h)   Preparation of BEME and tender documents.

(i)     Proffering solutions to Engineering problems.

(j)     Applications of Health, Safety and Environmental Standards to the Area of Practice

(xi) Conclusion.

(xii)          Appendices (relevant design calculations and drawings)

(9) WRITTEN EXAMINATION

Engineers in Society

Area of Specialization

(10) ORAL INTERVIEW

(ix)       Clarity of Expression.

(jj)        Performance on Technical Questions.

(jjj)      Has the Candidate Adequate Exposure in his chosen Field in the following areas:

(e)         Health, Safety and Environment.

(f)          Ethics and relationship with Society.

(g)         Standards, Codes, Specifications, Manuals, Handbooks etc.

(h)         Current Affairs

TOTAL  

 

*For pass in the Professional Examinations, a candidate must score a Yes in (7) and (8i), and score at least 50% in all sections and an overall score of 60%

Report template can be assessed on COREN Website

REMARKS:………………………………………………………………………………………..

 

RECOMMENDATION:…………………………………………………………………………..

 

NAME……………………………………………SIGN……………………DATE………………

ASSOCIATE EXAMINER                                                                          

 

 

NAME……………………………………………SIGN……………………DATE………………

ASSOCIATE EXAMINER                                                                          

                                   

NAME……………………………                                        SIGN/DATE:……………………….

15.0     GUIDELINES FOR THE REGISTRATION OF PERSONNEL BY ASSOCIATIONS

In exercise of the powers conferred on it by the new Act (Section 6 (3)(f) “specifying the manner in which professional associations may certify their members for the purpose of registration ….”, and to facilitate absorption of members of the professional associations, Council approves the following guidelines for registration of Engineering Practitioners by the Nigerian Engineering Associations;

  1. That the Associations shall adopt Council’s approved guidelines for professional examinations for their respective cadres.
  2. That the Associations shall give a 2-weeks notice to Council on the date and venue of their examinations.
  3. That a Council Monitor appointed by the Chairman of the Engineering Practitioners Assessment Committee shall monitor the examination process of an association.
  4. That the Associations shall endeavor to keep the total financial burden(inclusive of branch charges) on prospective registrants at a reasonable level and in no case more than these;

Engineers              N50,000.00

Technologists        N30,000.00

Technicians           N20,000.00

Craftsmen             N10,000.00

1.0       GUIDELINES FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS AN ENGINEERING

            TECHNICIAN

Dear Technician Graduate

Congratulation on your decision to apply for Registration as an Engineering Technician. You have developed your ability beyond that achieved in your academic formation to be a Registered Engineering Technician. It is also a mark of your commitment to Continuing Professional Development of your professional expertise.

Achieving the title of a Registered Engineering Technician is an important landmark in any Engineering career. Successful achievement of the title Engineer will require effort and determination on your part as with any internationally recognized hallmark of Professional excellence.

These guidelines will assist you with the requirements for registration as an Engineering Technician. It is important to read the guidelines and familiarize yourself with what is required for the title. These guidelines also explain how to confirm your eligibility for the title.

2.0       GUIDELINES FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS AN ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

2.1       Definition of a Registered Engineering Technician

“Registered Engineering Technician means a person who holds a COREN Accredited ND Engineering Qualification, Full Technological Certificate (FTC) or their equivalents and after obtaining a minimum professional experience of two years, whether working privately or in the employment of an engineering public organization, has passed the prescribed Engineering Practice Examination and is registered as such by the Council.

2.2       Eligibility/ Requirements for Registration as an Engineering Technician

2.2.1    Category I:     ND graduate or its equivalent after obtaining a minimum of 2 years relevant Professional Engineering Experience.

Requirements:

(i)         Evidence of earning of 2 Continuous Professional Development points.

(ii)        Submission of application through COREN online Registration Portal.

(iii)       Copy of required Engineering Qualification Certificate.

  • Experience sheet as per format available on COREN website.
  • Has passed Professional Exam conducted by COREN.

2.2.2    Category II: Absorption.

(i)         Submission of application through COREN online registration Portal.

(ii)        Submission of certified true copy of NISET Certificate.

2.3       Acceptable Academic Qualifications for Registration as an Engineering Technician

(a)        ND in Engineering from accredited polytechnics or Monotechnic.

(b)        Full Technological Certificate (FTC) Advance Technician Diploma.

(c)        Advanced NABTEB in Engineering Related subjects.

(d)       Advanced C & G (WAEC).

(e)        Professional Diploma in Engineering from Polytechnics. E.g. Higher Technician. Diploma of NTA TV College, Jos.

(f)        Works Superintended Certificate from Works Training Schools.

(g)        NCE Technical Education.

(h)        Appropriate Certificate from Specialized Institutions such as National Power Institute of Nigeria, (NAPTIN).

3.0       GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION:

(i)         All application and relevant attachments required for registration must be submitted at www.coren.gov.ng. Please note that you must click submit button to complete your application process. An email message will be sent to you immediately to confirm your submission.

(ii)        Application will be processed for assessment and you will be called for assessment/interview within 6 months.

(iii)       Curriculum Vitae to be submitted according to “Guideline for detailed CV” in www.coren.gov.ng.

(iv)       Technical report: Clearly defining up to date Engineering experience, and describing various projects you have been involved and your personal contribution. In addition, discuss in detail an Engineering project you have designed, implemented or supervised. You are to submit 3 duly endorsed and dated hard copies by a Registered Engineering Practitioner of your cadre or higher to the Centre’s Coordinator (See guidelines for report writing available on www.coren.gov.ng).

(v)        Physical examinations of all original credentials shall be performed. Photocopies and statements of results/transcripts are not acceptable.

(vi)       Sit for a written examination comprising of two sections (Engineer in the Society and your area of specialization).

(vii)      Sit for oral interview.

(viii)     Scoring shall be based on COREN approved guidelines comprising of 6 different sections. Candidates must score a minimum of 50% in each section in order to be registered.

(Please note that IV and VI are for prospective Engineers and Engineering Technologists only).

Also note the following specifics:

  • Assessment interviews will normally last between 25 and 30 minutes by minimum of two members of panel of experts having not less than ten years of professional experience. You will be provided 5 to 10 minutes at the start of interview to give an uninterrupted verbal presentation about your professional competency. No presentation equipment will be allowed.
  • The panel of experts will then question you in relation to the contents of your application, focusing on your area of expertise.
  • Panel of experts is bound by COREN code of ethics to maintain confidentiality of assessment and information/data provided.

4.0       FEE STRUCTURE FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS A TECHNICIAN:

4.1       Council Shall Charge the Fees as in tables 1 and 2

Table 1.          Schedule of Fees for Registration (Personnel) via COREN Professional Examination.

DESCRIPTION                                                                    AMOUNT
Application & Processing Fee N 7,000 + N 30,000  =  N 37,000.00
Full Registration / Induction Fee                                    = N 22,000.00
Total                                    = N 59,000.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 2.          Schedule of Fees for Registration through Absorption (Personnel) via Professional Associations.

DESCRIPTION                                                                    AMOUNT
Application & Processing Fee N 7,000 + N 5,000  =  N 12,000.00
Full Registration / Induction Fee                                    = N 22,000.00
Total                                    = N 34,000.00

5.0       PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION, TIMING AND PANELS

  • There shall be Professional Examination twice yearly in Abuja.
  • Three days and at least three weeks before the Council Meeting.
  • Submission of Engineering Work Experience report to COREN Coordinators at the regions/area shall be completed not later than 4 weeks before the examination date.
  • Reports shall be made available to the relevant examiners before the examination.
  • The examination Panel should consist of two Registered Engineers per 20 candidates per day.
  • Submission of the examination results by the Chief Examiner to the Registrar at the end of each examination should be done within 2 days.
  • Council shall approve the result (in March, June, September and December).
  • Notify the candidate of the Council decision.

6.0       CONDUCT OF PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION (PE)

6.1       Oral Interview- Areas of Focus

(i)         Knowledge and practice of engineering in: planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research, entrepreneurship, teaching and/ or sales of Engineering Products.

(ii)        Knowledge and understanding of:

(a)        Standards, Codes, Manuals, Handbooks and other documents that contain the body of knowledge and practice relevant to the field of engagement

(b)        Health, Safety and Environmental issues relevant to the area of practice.

(c)        The Engineers Code of Ethics, regulations and COREN Act.

(d)       Current Affairs (as related to Engineering Profession)

6.2       Oral Interview– Scoring Guide

  1. Clarity of Expression (5 Marks)

(i)         Communication Skills (2)

(ii)        Interpersonal Skills (1)

(iii)       Use of Technical Terminology (1)

(iv)       Grammar (1)

  1. Performance on Technical Questions (13 Marks)

Planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research, teaching services, entrepreneurship, sales of Engineering Products, etc. (13)

  1. Candidate’s Exposure in his chosen Field in the following areas? (12)

(i)         Health, Safety and Environment (3)

(ii)        Ethics and relationship with Society (4)

(iii)       Standards, Codes, Specifications, Manuals, Handbooks etc. (3)

(iv)       Current Affairs (2)

7.0       PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION EVALUATION SHEET

ENGINEER’S/TECHNOLOGIST’S CADRE

  1. CANDIDATE’S NAME:…………………………………………………………………
  1. CANDIDATE ID NO.:……………………………………………………………………
  1. QUALIFICATION(S):……………………………………………………………………..
  1. CADRE:…………………………………………………………………………………….

MAX. SCORE      ACTUAL SCORE

(5) QUALIFICATIONS (ENGINEER)

1st Class Degree

2nd Class Degree

Other Classes of Degree

TECHNOLOGIST

Distinction

Upper/Lower Credit

Other Classes of Diploma

3

2

1.5

3
(6) AFFILIATION TO APPROVED PROFESSIONAL BODIES

(c)               Graduate/Membership of Professional bodies

2 2
(7) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Engrs: 4 years/ Technologist 3 years minimum

Yes/No
(8) QUALITY OF WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT.

(xiii)        Certification

(xiv)         Introduction (Practice and understanding of Engineering).

(xv)           Summary of Work Experience

(xvi)         Detail of Work Experience:

(k)   Feasibility study.

(l)     Design and preparation of detail drawings (ability to interpret/calculate/analyze the basic equipment/process parameters).

(m) Preparation of BEME and tender documents.

(n)   Proffering solutions to Engineering problems.

(o)   Applications of Health, Safety and Environmental Standards to the Area of Practice

(xvii)      Conclusion.

(xviii)    Appendices (relevant design calculations and drawings)

Yes/No

2

3

2

10

5

3

2

3

10

40
(9) WRITTEN EXAMINATION

Engineers in Society

Area of Specialization

15                     10 25
(10) ORAL INTERVIEW

(ix)       Clarity of Expression.

(kk)     Performance on Technical Questions.

(kkk) Has the Candidate Adequate Exposure in his chosen Field in the following areas:

(i)           Health, Safety and Environment.

(j)           Ethics and relationship with Society.

(k)         Standards, Codes, Specifications, Manuals, Handbooks etc.

(l)           Current Affairs

5

13

3

4

3

2

30
TOTAL 100

 

*For pass in the Professional Examinations, a candidate must score a Yes in (7) and (8i), and score at least 50% in all sections and an overall score of 60%

Report template can be assessed on COREN Website

REMARKS:………………………………………………………………………………………..

 

RECOMMENDATION:…………………………………………………………………………..

 

NAME……………………………………………SIGN……………………DATE………………

ASSOCIATE EXAMINER                                                                          

 

 

NAME……………………………………………SIGN……………………DATE………………

ASSOCIATE EXAMINER                                                                          

                                   

NAME……………………………                                        SIGN/DATE:……………………….

8.0       GUIDELINES FOR THE REGISTRATION OF PERSONNEL BY ASSOCIATIONS

In exercise of the powers conferred on it by the new Act (Section 6 (3)(f) “specifying the manner in which professional associations may certify their members for the purpose of registration ….”, and to facilitate absorption of members of the professional associations, Council approves the following guidelines for registration of Engineering Practitioners by the Nigerian Engineering Associations;

  1. That the Associations shall adopt Council’s approved guidelines for professional examinations for their respective cadres.
  2. That the Associations shall give a 2-weeks notice to Council on the date and venue of their examinations.
  3. That a Council Monitor appointed by the Chairman of the Engineering Practitioners Assessment Committee shall monitor the examination process of an association.
  4. That the Associations shall endeavor to keep the total financial burden(inclusive of branch charges) on prospective registrants at a reasonable level and in no case more than these;

Engineers              N50,000.00

Technologists        N30,000.00

Technicians           N20,000.00

Craftsmen             N10,000.00

1.0       GUIDELINES FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS AN ENGINEERING

            CRAFTSMAN

Dear Craftsman Graduate

Congratulation on your decision to apply for Registration as an Engineering Craftsman. You have developed your ability beyond that achieved in your academic formation to be a Registered Engineering Craftsman. It is also a mark of your commitment to Continuing Professional Development of your professional expertise.

Achieving the title of a Registered Engineering Craftsman is an important landmark in any Engineering career. Successful achievement of the title Engineering Craftsman will require effort and determination on your part as with any internationally recognized hallmark of Professional excellence.

These guidelines will assist you with the requirements for registration as an Engineering Craftsman. It is important to read the guidelines and familiarize yourself with what is required for the title. These guidelines also explain how to confirm your eligibility for the title.

2.0       GUIDELINES FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS AN ENGINEERING CRAFTSMAN

2.1       Definition of Registered Engineering Craftsman (Craftsman):

“Registered Engineering Craftsman” means a person who holds an Accredited Engineering Qualification of WAEC Technical, NABTEB (Engineering related) or Trade Test Grade I after obtaining a minimum Professional engineering experience of TWO years, whether working privately or in the employment of an engineering public organization, has passed the prescribed engineering practice examination and is registered as such by the Council.

2.2       Eligibility Requirements for Registration as an Engineering Craftsman

2.2.1    Category I:     Holders of WAEC Technical, NABT (Engineering related) and Trade Test certificate.

Requirements:

(i)         Submission of application through COREN online Registration Portal.

(ii)        Certified copies of related Engineering Qualifications Certificates.

(iii)       Professional competency profile as contained in the Certificate of Experience sheet as obtained from COREN website.

(iv)       Has passed one Professional Exam conducted by COREN.

2.2.2    Category II: Absorption.

(i)         Submission of application through COREN online registration Portal.

(ii)        Submission of certified true copy of NAEC Certificate.

2.3       Acceptable Academic Qualifications for Registration as an Engineering Craftsman

(i)         WAEC Technical/NABTEB.

(ii)        Trade Test Grade 1.

(iii)       Craft Certificate from City & Guilds.

3.0       GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION:

(i)         All application and relevant attachments required for registration must be submitted at www.coren.gov.ng. Please note that you must click submit button to complete your application process. An email message will be sent to you immediately to confirm your submission.

(ii)        Application will be processed for assessment and you will be called for assessment/interview within 6 months.

(iii)       Curriculum Vitae to be submitted according to “Guideline for detailed CV” in www.coren.gov.ng.

(iv)       Technical report: Clearly defining up to date Engineering experience, and describing various projects you have been involved and your personal contribution. In addition, discuss in detail an Engineering project you have designed, implemented or supervised. You are to submit 3 duly endorsed and dated hard copies by a Registered Engineering Practitioner of your cadre or higher to the Centre’s Coordinator (See guidelines for report writing available on www.coren.gov.ng).

(v)        Physical examinations of all original credentials shall be performed. Photocopies and statements of results/transcripts are not acceptable.

(vi)       Sit for a written examination comprising of two sections (Engineer in the Society and your area of specialization).

(vii)      Sit for oral interview.

(viii)     Scoring shall be based on COREN approved guidelines comprising of 6 different sections. Candidates must score a minimum of 50% in each section in order to be registered.

(Please note that IV and VI are for prospective Engineers and Engineering Technologists only).

Also note the following specifics:

  • Assessment interviews will normally last between 25 and 30 minutes by minimum of two members of panel of experts having not less than ten years of professional experience. You will be provided 5 to 10 minutes at the start of interview to give an uninterrupted verbal presentation about your professional competency. No presentation equipment will be allowed.
  • The panel of experts will then question you in relation to the contents of your application, focusing on your area of expertise.
  • Panel of experts is bound by COREN code of ethics to maintain confidentiality of assessment and information/data provided.

4.0       FEE STRUCTURE FOR REGISTRATION WITH COREN AS A CRAFTSMAN:

4.1       Council Shall Charge the Fees as in tables 1 and 2

 

Table 1.          Schedule of Fees for Registration (Personnel) via COREN Professional Examination.

 

DESCRIPTION                                                                    AMOUNT
Application & Processing Fee N 5,000 + N 20,000  =  N 25,000.00
Full Registration / Induction Fee                                    = N 13,000.00
Total                                    = N 38,000.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 2.          Schedule of Fees for Registration through Absorption (Personnel) via Professional Associations.

DESCRIPTION                                                                    AMOUNT
Application & Processing Fee N 5,000 + N 3,000     = N 8,000.00
Full Registration / Induction Fee                                    = N 13,000.00
Total                                    = N 21,000.00

5.0       PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION, TIMING AND PANELS

There shall be Professional Examination twice yearly in Abuja.

  1. Three days and at least three weeks before the Council Meeting.
  2. Submission of Engineering Work Experience report to COREN Coordinators at the regions/area shall be completed not later than 4 weeks before the examination date.
  3. Reports shall be made available to the relevant examiners before the examination.
  4. The examination Panel should consist of two Registered Engineers per 20 candidates per day.
  5. Submission of the examination results by the Chief Examiner to the Registrar at the end of each examination should be done within 2 days.
  6. Council shall approve the result (in March, June, September and December).
  7. Notify the candidate of the Council decision.

6.0       CONDUCT OF PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION (PE)

6.1       Oral Interview- Areas of Focus

(i)         Knowledge and practice of engineering in planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research, entrepreneurship, teaching, and/ or sales of Engineering Products.

(ii)        Knowledge and understanding of:

(a)        Standards, Codes, Manuals, Handbooks, and other documents that contain the body of knowledge and practice relevant to the field of engagement

(b)        Health, Safety, and Environmental issues relevant to the area of practice.

(c)        The Engineers Code of Ethics, regulations, and COREN Act.

(d)       Current Affairs (as related to the Engineering Profession)

6.2       Oral Interview– Scoring Guide

  1. Clarity of Expression (5 Marks)

(i)         Communication Skills (2)

(ii)        Interpersonal Skills (1)

(iii)       Use of Technical Terminology (1)

(iv)       Grammar (1)

  1. Performance on Technical Questions (13 Marks)

Planning, design, production, construction, installation, fabrication, testing, commissioning, maintenance, operations, research, teaching services, entrepreneurship, sales of Engineering Products, etc. (13)

  1. Candidate’s Exposure in his chosen field in the following areas? (12)

(i)         Health, Safety, and Environment (3)

(ii)        Ethics and relationship with Society (4)

(iii)       Standards, Codes, Specifications, Manuals, Handbooks, etc. (3)

(iv)       Current Affairs (2)

7.0       PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION EVALUATION SHEET

ENGINEER’S/TECHNOLOGIST’S CADRE

  1. CANDIDATE’S NAME:…………………………………………………………………
  1. CANDIDATE ID NO.:……………………………………………………………………
  1. QUALIFICATION(S):……………………………………………………………………..
  1. CADRE:…………………………………………………………………………………….

MAX. SCORE      ACTUAL SCORE

(5) QUALIFICATIONS (ENGINEER)

1st Class Degree

2nd Class Degree

Other Classes of Degree

TECHNOLOGIST

Distinction

Upper/Lower Credit

Other Classes of Diploma

3

2

1.5

3
(6) AFFILIATION TO APPROVED PROFESSIONAL BODIES

(d)               Graduate/Membership of Professional bodies

2 2
(7) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Engrs: 4 years/ Technologist 3 years minimum

Yes/No
(8) QUALITY OF WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT.

(xix)         Certification

(xx)           Introduction (Practice and understanding of Engineering).

(xxi)         Summary of Work Experience

(xxii)      Detail of Work Experience:

(p)   Feasibility study.

(q)   Design and preparation of detailed drawings (ability to interpret/calculate/analyze the basic equipment/process parameters).

(r)    Preparation of BEME and tender documents.

(s)    Proffering solutions to Engineering problems.

(t)     Applications of Health, Safety, and Environmental Standards to the Area of Practice

(xxiii)    Conclusion.

(xxiv)     Appendices (relevant design calculations and drawings)

Yes/No

2

3

2

10

5

3

2

3

10

40
(9) WRITTEN EXAMINATION

Engineers in Society

Area of Specialization

15                     10 25
(10) ORAL INTERVIEW

h.            Clarity of Expression.

(ll)        Performance on Technical Questions.

(lll)      Has the Candidate Adequate Exposure in his chosen field in the following areas:

(m)       Health, Safety, and Environment.

(n)         Ethics and relationship with Society.

(o)         Standards, Codes, Specifications, Manuals, Handbooks, etc.

(p)         Current Affairs

5

13

3

4

3

2

30
TOTAL 100

 

*For a pass in the Professional Examinations, a candidate must score a Yes in (7) and (8i), and score at least 50% in all sections and an overall score of 60%

The report template can be assessed on COREN Website

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8.0      GUIDELINES FOR THE REGISTRATION OF PERSONNEL BY ASSOCIATIONS

In exercise of the powers conferred on it by the new Act (Section 6 (3)(f) “specifying the manner in which professional associations may certify their members for the purpose of registration ….”, and to facilitate absorption of members of the professional associations, Council approves the following guidelines for registration of Engineering Practitioners by the Nigerian Engineering Associations;

  1. That the Associations shall adopt the Council’s approved guidelines for professional examinations for their respective cadres.
  2. That the Associations shall give a 2-weeks notice to the Council on the date and venue of their examinations.
  3. That a Council Monitor appointed by the Chairman of the Engineering Practitioners Assessment Committee shall monitor the examination process of an association.
  4. That the Associations shall endeavor to keep the total financial burden(inclusive of branch charges) on prospective registrants at a reasonable level and in no case more than these;

Engineers              N50,000.00

Technologists        N30,000.00

Technicians           N20,000.00

Craftsmen             N10,000.00

Engineers:

Secondary, Tertiary, NYSC, Passport, Certificate of Experience, Proposer Form, Professional Certification

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