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The table below shows all of the organisations represented within this website, along with a link to the website of the local branch. Each of the organisation names link to more detailed description of the organisation.

The AACE was first incorporated on 14th Dec 1900. Membership is open to all who are interested in civil engineering and not only civil engineers themselves.

For more information visit http://www.ice-eastscotland.org.uk/about/index.asp.

With the fourth largest membership area in the UK and overseas, the ABM is an integral part of the learned society. The Joint Branch's aim is to enhance its professional reputation by continuing to develop all aspects of naval architecture, marine and offshore engineering via regular meetings and technical visits.

For more information visit http://www.imarest.org/

The Society was formed in 1888 to enable a wide local audience to learn about and discuss the latest scientific and technical developments and to encourage education and self improvement. This is still true today and membership is open to everyone who has an interest in, or a connection with Engineering whatever their present occupation or qualification.

For more information visit http://www.abdn.ac.uk/ams

The British Computer Society (BCS) is the industry body for IT professionals, and a Chartered Engineering Institution for Information Technology (IT). With members in over 100 countries around the world, the BCS is the leading professional and learned Society in the field of computers and information systems.

For more information visit http://aberdeen.bcs.org/

The North of Scotland Branch aims to provide a local organisation to promote the aims of the CQI whilst cooperating with other organisations within the branch area. It arranges suitable programmes, visits earning CPD points and promotes efficiency, education and training in QA.

For more information visit http://www.thecqiscotland.org/

The Energy Institute was created in 2003 by a merger of two key energy organisations, the Institute of Petroleum and the Institute of Energy. Both Institutes had a proud and distinguished heritage developed over many years supporting their energy sectors. Increasingly these sectors have converged, creating an integrated global energy market that has been mirrored by the development of the Energy Institute - established to address both the depth and breadth of the subject.

For more information visit http://www.energyinst.org.uk/branches/b.cfm?page=aberdeen

For more information visit http://www.icorr.org/

IHE Scotland runs evening technical meetings in Central Scotland. In 2010 we will also offer two technical training courses, including Roads Law, to compliment IHE’s Professional Certificates (qualifying specialist highway engineers) and Chartered Professional Reviews. (For further information contact the secretary)

For more information visit http://www.ihie.org.uk/

The Institute of Physics in Scotland is the Scottish Branch of the IOP and is a charity registered in Scotland No SC040092. The IOP is a scientific membership organisation devoted to increasing the understanding and application of physics. It has extensive worldwide membership and is a leading communicator of physics with all audiences from specialist through government to the general public.

For more information visit http://iopscotland.org/

The IMechE aims to be the foremost body for the advancement of mechanical engineering. On a national level it links with Government, academia, research and industrial bodies in the support and development of key industries. Our local programme presents CPD opportunities via technical meetings and seminars.

For more information visit http://www.imeche.org.uk/

The IET is a new Institution formed by the coming together of the IEE and IIE. We aim to serve a global community engaged in engineering and technology, providing a knowledge network accessible whenever or wherever you choose.

For more information visit http://www.iee.org/OnComms/Branches/UK/Scotland/North/

The MIS supports the minerals and hydrocarbons extraction industries by providing a focus for the exchange of knowledge on all aspects of education, science, research and manufacture and to provide networking opportunities and professional development across Scotland using video conference facilities to unite members in diverse locations.

For more information visit http://www.mining-scotland.org/

The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) exists in order to promote the general advancement of Aeronautical Science and Engineering and to promote the profession of Aeronautics. The RAeS is the only multidiscipline aerospace institution embracing membership in all aerospace community sectors at all levels ranging from those embarking on their career to senior managers. Membership embraces all community sectors such as aircrew, operations staff, ATC, engineers, education, research, manufacturing, law etc. The RAeS is a nominated body of the Engineering Council and offers a preferred route to registration for aerospace engineers to provide recognition of their professional competence.

For more information visit http://www.aerosociety.com

SUT is a multi discipline learned Society bringing together individuals and organisations in more than 40 countries who have a common interest in underwater technology, ocean science and offshore engineering. The Society organises an extensive programme of events, many of which are held in Aberdeen, designed to fulfil the requirements of a diverse membership and all pockets.

For more information visit http://www.aberdeen.sut.org.uk/

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STEM Ambassadors Programme

The STEM Ambassador programme brings illumination to the classroom and switches on the minds of young people to the potential of STEM and careers.
STEM Ambassadors are everyday people from real working backgrounds who volunteer their time to act as inspiring roles to young people. They provide a refreshing change to regular classroom activities and open doors to a whole new world for young people. This helps them to see STEM subjects and careers with a fresh perspective by engaging their interest and imagination in new ways

What can an ambassador do?

• Help at careers fairs or conventions
• Give careers talks in secondary schools
• Help with interschool activities
• Develop resources to be used in schools
• Assist a school with a specific project
• Participate in mentoring senior pupils either face to face or via email
• Develop a long term link with a local school, for example helping a science club

You can register as a STEM Ambassador at; http://www.stemnet.org.uk/home.cfm


For more information please visit http://www.techfestsetpoint.org.uk/

The North Scottish Branch of the Welding & Joining Society was established in 1981 by The Welding Institute (TWI). Membership is open to everyone with a practical, technical or business interest in materials, welding and allied technologies. It provides a readily accessible package of services, benefits and club activities. Membership provides participation in national and regional meetings, a regular quality journal, a library service and reduced rates for TWI training, information services and events. TWI is a unique organisation comprising a major R&D establishment, professional engineering institute and an organisation committed to the transfer of information to industry.

For more information visit http://www.twi.co.uk/

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