Event Type: Technical visit

12 January 2022 18:30 to 20:00

Unfortunately, we have had to cancel this tour through COVID affecting the Energy for Waste facility, we will look to rearrange this tour in the future. Apologise for any inconveniences. Join the IMechE Devon and Cornwall Committee for an in-depth tour of the Energy from Waste plant located in Devonport, Plymouth. Tour will start at 18:30PM. Limited spaces so please book online.

Industry: Power Industries

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

06 January 2022 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

05 January 2022 17:45 to 19:15

How the inspection of track and overhead line equipment can be achieved from service trains is explained by Jason Saxon (Director Asset Information Systems - NR) and David Eveleigh (GWR). Click title for joining instructions.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

15 December 2021 10:30 to 11:30

This webinar has been designed to help you prepare for your Professional Review Interview. Following the presentation we will be available to answer any specific questions regarding application forms and general questions about the PRI.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

09 December 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Join the IMechE Devon and Cornwall Committee for an in-depth tour of Applied Automation's factory based in Plymouth. The visit will involve a presentation about Applied Automation followed by a tour of the facility.

Industry: Machine systems informatics & control

Event Type: Technical visit

09 December 2021 17:30 to 20:30

Come and join the Bath and Bristol Young Members Panel at the Bristol Blue Glass factory in Brislington, Bristol. The evening will begin with a talk about the history of glass blowing, with a chance to watch a glass-blower in action. We will then have the opportunity to each make our very own glass Christmas bauble, under the instruction of one of the glass blowers.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

07 December 2021 18:30 to 20:00

Due to a Covid issue at the University of Exeter, we have had to reluctantly decide to cancel this event. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social event

07 December 2021 18:30 to 20:00

Annual family-friendly Christmas themed lecture from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and The University of Exeter. What will it mean for the UK's energy system, could it create issues, or could it be of benefit? Our experts tackle that and other electric car-related concerns. Free event: Please book via https://t.co/DolBkYELdq?amp=1 This event is both an in-person event and available via a live stream.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

06 December 2021 17:00 to 19:00

Dr Greg Morse of RSSB gives an entertaining and comprehensive insight into how previous incidents have shaped today’s railway. Our traditional Christmas family friendly event will be held at The Steam Museum in Swindon and followed by a Buffet. All welcome

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Careers & education

02 December 2021 18:00 to 21:00

Careers & Beers is an informal high-speed career advice service for undergraduates, college students and young professionals looking to get an insight into engineering careers from young professionals & IMechE young members in the local area.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

01 December 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Workshop

24 November 2021 19:00 to 20:30

Help inspire and enthuse children about STEM. This event consists of an on-line practical workshop for adults in which participants will construct a vibrating brush monster, balloon buggy and Cartesian diver. Materials will be sent out to participants in advance. If you have a child (about 7-13 years old) you are welcome to build the models together. (Note: If you have any problems booking onto this event please email me (Caroline) at technologyforfun@hotmail.co.uk and I will book you on.)

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

24 November 2021 18:00 to 19:00

Join us on the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel Committee meeting to find out more about what we do in the area and get involved with the IMechE! We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

24 November 2021 12:00 to 13:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For apprentices and students who are actively seeking to become an affiliate member. We are offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

18 November 2021 18:30 to 21:00

Discussion of how AI will help the Mayflower autonomous Ship navigate the Atlantic

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

08 November 2021 17:00 to 19:00

GBRf Engineering Strategy Director Bob Tiller explains the re-engineering of a 1970’s class 56 locomotive to modern standards. Please note this will be an actual meeting.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

03 November 2021 14:00 to 16:30

For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered or Incorporated Member, we are offering free online events and support. This 2.5 hour workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

02 November 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

29 October 2021 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

21 October 2021 19:00 to 21:00

Talk on the status of the EVs. History, present and prediction of whatteh future holds.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical lecture

13 October 2021 19:00 to 20:15

The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) investigates civil aircraft accidents and serious incidents. Its work includes conducting thorough, independent, impartial and timely investigations, producing reports that explain the circumstances and causes of accidents and serious incidents. Six teams of inspectors carry out this work. Our speaker, a senior AAIB member, will talk about the work of the AAIB and how it goes about that work. He will support this with case studies.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical lecture

12 October 2021 19:00 to 21:00

Event cancelled. Apologies

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

07 October 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. Location is Devonport Energy from Waste Facility, PL5 1FL. Virtual connection also avaliable for those who can’t join us Face-to-Face. Please see below.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

29 September 2021 10:00 to 11:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become a Fellow of the Institution, we are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

28 September 2021 18:30 to 20:30

Ariel Motor Company is a niche vehicle manufacture known for its lightweight sports cars. Based in Somerset the company produces around 100 cars a year. This talk will overview the history and current workings of Ariel Motor Company, their profile within the industry and how low volume vehicle manufactures will need to adapt to electrification.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Professional development event

28 September 2021 12:00 to 13:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For apprentices and students who are actively seeking to become an affiliate member. We are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

27 September 2021 17:00 to 19:00

New railway division chairman James Collinson gives his chairman’s address entitled “Dots and Boxes: What it can teach railway engineers and organisations”. Click title for joining instructions

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

18 September 2021 09:00 to 11:30

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member, we are now offering free online events and support. This workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

15 September 2021 19:00 to 20:15

Despite the human tragedy of COVID, this crisis has shown how the capabilities of engineers can be deployed at speed, to complex problems, to deliver great positive impact. But what are these capabilities, and can they also be used to help us address the existential challenges presented by climate change? If so, how do we ensure that the next generation of engineers have these capabilities?

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

06 September 2021 12:30 to 13:30

In this webinar, we will share how you can get the best start on your journey towards Professional Registration as a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer, using the tools available through your Associate membership to record your development.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

01 September 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Conference

04 August 2021 00:00 to 06 August 2021 00:00

The purpose of this conference on Materials Science and Smart Materials is to provide a forum for both researchers and practitioners around the world to present papers on recent developments in the fields of Materials Characterisation, Design, Development Manufacturing and Application. The conference will provide a forum for presenting research papers by internationally recognised experts and young scientists working in the field of Materials Science and Smart Materials.

Industry: Research & development

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

03 August 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

15 July 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social event

08 July 2021 19:00 to 22:00

A visit to the Robey Trust Steam Museum. A social event between Devon & Cornwall and Devon & Somerset Committees. We will then head to the Local Stannary Brewery for food and drink.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social event

08 July 2021 19:00 to 22:00

18th June 2021 “Given the Government delay in to the relaxing of the Covid guidelines we have checked with the Robey Trust and they are happy that the event can proceed as planned”. Dear Engineers, We are pleased to annouce our first face to face event. This is a visit to the Robey Trust Steam Museum, social get together between Devon & Somerset and Devon & Cornwall branches and food and drink at the local Stannary Brewery (PL19 8DH)

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

26 June 2021 10:00 to 12:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member, we are now offering free online events and support. This 2 hour workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

14 June 2021 13:00 to 16 June 2021 15:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered or Incorporated member, but do not meet the academic requirements, however can demonstrate this via their work based learning, we can offer a free Career Learning Assessment (CLA). Let us help you complete your CLA application in 2 x 2 hour workshops

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

09 June 2021 19:00 to 20:00

Come along to our monthly meeting to help us decide on what events to put on and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! *Note* The AGM will now be held virtually. Link to Meeting Below : https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZmYwZWM2NTMtNTEzYi00ZWViLThlNDMtNDBiYTY5MjQ4M2Jh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22efd8ddfb-b094-4938-9b36-c77112f290af%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%227fd924d8-9326-459a-aead-70f05cb2e8de%22%7d

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

09 June 2021 19:00 to 20:30

Among the world’s biggest defence projects, the F-35 Lightning II is a single-seat, single-engine, all-weather, stealth, 5th-generation, combat aircraft, for ground-attack & air-superiority tasks. The RAF & RN will fly this most complex and advanced aircraft ever. Over 500 UK firms are in the supply chain. The talk, covering the aircraft as a whole with an engineering emphasis, is a unique chance to hear about this exciting project from an expert intimately involved; he will take questions.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

02 June 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

26 May 2021 19:00 to 20:15

Environmental concerns are receiving widespread media coverage, and targets are being set locally, nationally and globally to mitigate environmental damage. However, often the targets are narrow, do not take into account wider sustainability and are not accompanied by clear routes to implementation.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Careers & education

26 May 2021 19:00 to 20:00

This is a virtual workshop hosted by Midlands Region aimed at encouraging adult participants to inspire and enthuse the next generation about STEM through fun, engaging design and build experiences and is sponsored by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. There are a few places left

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

17 May 2021 14:00 to 16:30

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered or Incorporated Member, we are now offering free online events and support. This 2.5 hour workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

04 May 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Seminar

28 April 2021 19:00 to 20:00

An Interview Webinar with Dr Helen Meese We will be joining Dr Helen Meese in a webinar interview where we will be asking her questions about her career in Medtech, founding and managing the The Care Machine Ltd company, her connection with the IMechE, her podcast and more. Join us on the 28th April to learn more about Helen's amazing career.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

20 April 2021 17:30 to 19:00

AGM of SW Centre Railway Division, followed by symposium on future on board power

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical lecture

14 April 2021 19:00 to 20:30

Fielding & Platt Ltd was an engineering firm based in the docks area of Gloucester from 1866 until 2003.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

08 April 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

31 March 2021 19:00 to 20:30

Devon and Cornwall Area Annual General Meeting (AGM), Open to all. This year AGM will be hosted virtually, with a guest speaker followed by a round up of the year and committee elections. More Details to follow.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

30 March 2021 10:00 to 15:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

26 March 2021 10:00 to 15:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

26 March 2021 10:00 to 11:30

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. We are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

24 March 2021 18:00 to 19:30

MPDS Mentor Training Refresher: A hour presentation with Craig Davies to refresh your knowledge on MPDS Mentoring. The session will cover membership classes and requirements, the benefits of being professionally recognised, MPDS and how it works, report structuring and the roles and responsibilities of a mentor. Sign up here: https://imecheevents.webex.com/imecheevents/j.php?MTID=mf7f32a45347d8eea86b70c862d631d6c

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Competition event

16 March 2021 17:30 to 19:00

Aspiring young engineers describe the technical challenges they have addressed in a presentation competition with monetary prizes and the chance to progress to the national final at Birdcage Walk. WE ARE KEEN TO ENCOURAGE ASPIRING ENTRANTS - PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN THE COMPETITION

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical lecture

10 March 2021 19:00 to 20:30

HyNet is the UK’s leading low carbon hydrogen & CCS Cluster, led by Progressive Energy

Industry: Energy transfer & thermofluid mechanics

Event Type: Professional development event

09 March 2021 10:00 to 15:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

03 March 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

28 February 2021 18:00 to 19:00

This webinar was delivered and recorded in September 2020 and is available to view immediately. The presentation introduces the thermal battery technology by explaining the concept, ease of integration and operation; the markets and technical applications. The discussion includes existing projects and how the Thermal Battery can contribute to decarbonising the industrial and energy sectors, today - and in the future.

Industry: Power Industries

Event Type: Technical lecture

28 February 2021 18:00 to 19:00

This webinar was delivered and recorded in October 2020 and is available to view immediately. The presentation focus is on the Morecambe Bay Tidal Project, with an update on progress and discussion of the project's potential and the likelihood of the project becoming a reality. The lecture also covers relevant aspects of Professor Aggidis' research on Tidal Energy at Lancaster University.

Industry: Power Industries

Event Type: Technical lecture

23 February 2021 17:30 to 19:00

David Shirres will present his considered take on the future direction for on-board power for trains and locomotives. To join the meeting click the title and click the link in the description

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Competition event

05 February 2021 19:00 to 20:00

Lockdown online quiz: hosted by IMechE / RINA / IMarEST The event will be live-streamed over on or Facebook page https://fb.me/e/3W3eje8c5 Create a team, watch the live-streamed event as a household or join together virtually and submit your answers as a team. Answers will be submitted through our google form Answer Sheet: https://forms.gle/Vv6JyjJnTkuAckXy9

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

03 February 2021 17:30 to 19:00

It is hoped to hold a virtual railway industry careers fayre (commencing 16.00) followed by lecture (commencing 17.30) on GWR depot strategy

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

02 February 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Workshop

27 January 2021 19:00 to 20:00

Help inspire and enthuse children about STEM. This IMechE funded event consists of an on-line practical workshop for adults in which participants will construct a vibrating brush monster, balloon buggy and Cartesian diver. Materials will be sent out to participants in advance. If you have a child (about 7-13 years old) you are welcome to build the models together. Some class packs of materials are available to those who wish to run an activity in school.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

15 January 2021 10:00 to 15:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

07 January 2021 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

06 January 2021 17:45 to 19:30

Matthew will describe the history of railways in the Auckland area from their inception in the 19th century to the present day. The talk will outline the technical track standards used in the design of the route and the obstacles encountered, together with the interfaces with new rolling stock, electrification and signalling systems. Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/394831501

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

18 December 2020 10:00 to 15:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

15 December 2020 19:00 to 20:00

The Aerospace sector is experiencing the most severe downturn in the last 50 years. This lecture will summarise the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, spanning the airlines, aircraft OEMs and their suppliers, and other associated organisations.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical lecture

15 December 2020 17:30 to 19:00

This event is a webinar and registration is essential - joining instructions will be sent to you. Graham Nicholas will update us on the progress of this innovative project to construct a brand new LNER design P2 locomotive. The team that successfully built the A2 go one step further.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk or debate

08 December 2020 19:00 to 21:00

PLEASE BOOK USING THE EVENTBRITE LINK BELOW: ON-LINE THIS YEAR. Join us for our annual family-friendly evening of fun, facts and physics about how our star creates and controls the giant bubble of plasma that surrounds the whole Solar System and influemnces the planets within. This will be fun for the kids and includes some interasction you can follow-along with at home.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

03 December 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

02 December 2020 18:30 to 19:30

IET Gloucestershire Network webinar. An opportunity to learn about Darkweb. Including a short darkweb tour.

Industry: Other Industries / Sectors

Event Type: Competition event

26 November 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Speak Out for Engineering 2020 Area Heats Speak Out for Engineering is a competition for young engineers designed to help develop verbal and visual communication in explaining technical mechanical engineering related subjects.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Workshop

25 November 2020 19:00 to 20:00

Help inspire and enthuse children about STEM. This UWE funded event consists of an on-line practical workshop for adults in which participants will construct a vibrating brush monster, balloon buggy and Cartesian diver. Materials will be sent out to participants in advance. If you have a child (about 7-13 years old) you are welcome to build the models together. Some class packs of materials are available to those who wish to run the activity in school when it is safe to do so.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

10 November 2020 19:00 to 21:00

WE ARE EXTREMELY SORRY, BUT SADLY THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED Malcolm Simpson of Transport for London will present his view of the history of the London Underground system

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

04 November 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

02 November 2020 19:00 to 20:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. Whether you're working towards professional registration, undertaking Initial Professional Development (IPD) or keen to demonstrate your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) we can help.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

28 October 2020 18:00 to 19:00

Join us on our virtual monthly meeting to help us decide on what events to put on and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Careers & education

22 October 2020 17:30 to 20:00

The IMechE are delighted to be supporting Chain Events for what promises to be an exciting virtual event. CHAIN is a series of events that connects young engineers and early career professionals with their local engineering community. We forge inspirational events to provide continuing professional development and networking opportunities.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Conference

22 October 2020 17:30 to 20:00

Bristol 20 has moved online and we’ve got some fantastic speakers lined up. Taking place on the 22nd October, in one evening we’ll go from disaster response to jet packs!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

20 October 2020 19:15 to 21:00

‘Are you ready for the new rules for unmanned Aviation?’ The lecture will give an outline to the background and principles surrounding the new unmanned aircraft systems (Unmanned aircraft and Drones) regulations that will be introduced in the UK and Europe in the New Year.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Professional development event

20 October 2020 12:00 to 13:00

Find out how the Institution supports members with carrying out and recording their Continuing Professional Development. Hear from engineers in the MOD and the Chair of the Western region about the opportunities and tools that they have found useful in addressing their CPD.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

19 October 2020 14:00 to 15:00

This course will provide top tips and best practices for how to fill out your MPDS quarterly reports.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

14 October 2020 18:30 to 20:00

The decarbonisation of heat is hard and the UK has a strong gas usage heritage with over 86% of all homes, some 23m, being connected to the gas grid. We also have around 2m homes not on the gas grid using even higher carbon emitting heating products such as oil and Lpg. It is looking like the choice of options for the majority of homes is narrowing down to either electricity or a carbon free gas such as hydrogen.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical lecture

13 October 2020 17:30 to 19:00

Nasser Majothi of WSP Rail UK explains the myths and legends of the ‘system’. Please go to the address shown here: https://imeche-events.webex.com/imeche-events/onstage/g.php?MTID=e53b0751e90917e5b34697af02845315d and then click on the button ‘register’.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk or debate

13 October 2020 15:00 to 16:00

Zoom talk about the history of the famous ship SS Great Briatain, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunell. The ship was wrecked in the Falkland Islands and brought back to Bristol in the early 70s and is now restored and open to visitors. An excellent attraction for all the family and will keep the engineers occupied.

Industry: Other Industries / Sectors

Event Type: Professional development event

12 October 2020 12:30 to 13:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered or Incorporated Member, we are now offering free online events and support. Let us help you complete your application in 5 x half hour workshops

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

06 October 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

29 September 2020 17:30 to 19:00

This event is a webinar and registration is essential - joining instructions will be sent to you. This is the AGM from last season followed by the Railway Division Chair's address to the south west centre - The Long History and Exciting Future of Railway Systems Thinking . The Railway Division chair and presenter is Professor Felix Schmid.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

10 September 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

09 September 2020 19:30 to 21:00

The Gloucester IMechE committee is excited to invite you to our first ever webinar in collaboration with Vertical Aerospace. Vertical Aerospace is a Bristol based designer and manufacturer of electrical vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Since it was established in 2016, the company has grown to over 100 engineers and technical experts.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Professional development event

08 September 2020 10:00 to 15:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

05 August 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

13 July 2020 12:00 to 14:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered or Incorporated Member, we are now offering free online events and support. This webinar has been designed to give you guidance and information to help you complete an application, followed by individual support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

07 July 2020 18:00 to 18:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. Due to circumstances regarding COVID-19 and current Government guidelines, this meeting will take place through Zoom Online Meeting Platform. Please email devcornsec@imechenearyou.org for meeting details. Please contact devcornsec@imechenearyou.org or visit our social media pages for more details.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

01 July 2020 12:00 to 13:00

Are you a Royal Navy engineer with years of experience but no engineering degree? Find out how to demonstrate the required level of engineering knowledge through your work-based learning in order to apply for IEng or CEng registration.

Industry: Defence

Event Type: Professional development event

25 June 2020 17:00 to 18:00

This introductory one-hour session will cover the academic requirements for IEng and CEng registration as well as different ways to meet these requirements without necessarily having an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. The session will also introduce the RAF and Royal Navy specially authorised process (SAP) and the Standard route for applying for IEng or CEng.

Industry: Defence

Event Type: Talk or debate

19 June 2020 12:00 to 13:00

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers is launching a series of webinars focusing on diversity and inclusion in engineering.

Industry: Other Industries / Sectors

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

16 June 2020 18:00 to 19:30

Come along to our monthly (now virtual) meeting to help us decide on what events to put on and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

11 June 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. Due to circumstances regarding COVID-19 and current Government guidelines, this meeting will take place through Zoom Online Meeting Platform. Please email devcornsec@imechenearyou.org for meeting details. Please contact devcornsec@imechenearyou.org or visit our social media pages for more details.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

29 May 2020 12:00 to 14:00

At this challenging time, we are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered or Incorporated Member, we are now offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

13 May 2020 19:00 to 21:00

Craig Davies - IMechE Southern Business Development Executive HQ will give apresentation. A number of experienced engineers will be on hand for telephone one to one sessions to discuss the process of progressing membership and offer their advice.

Industry: Other Industries / Sectors

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

06 May 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. Please contact devcornsec@imechenearyou.org or visit our social media pages for more details.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

29 April 2020 19:30 to 21:00

*** EVENT POSTPONED due to Coronavirus. A new date will be advised in due course. ***

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

29 April 2020 19:00 to 19:30

Due to Coronavirus the business of the AGM will be conducted by email. The committee seeks new members and new ideas for events.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

28 April 2020 17:00 to 19:00

DUE TO CURRENT WORLDWIDE SITUATION THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED The AGM of the Railway Division South Western Centre will be held at the first meeting of next season in September..

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Careers & education

24 April 2020 09:00 to 25 April 2020 16:00

The Big Bang is a national programme which celebrates Science Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) careers.

Industry: Other Industries / Sectors

Event Type: Technical visit

23 April 2020 19:00 to 20:00

The program will be: Arrive between 18:30 and 19:00 coffee would be available. At 19:00 there would be a brief talk (Circa 20 Minutes or so) about the RNLI, the lifeboat, launch and recovery procedures, maintenance etc. followed by the tour of the facilities and the lifeboats which takes about 40 minutes with a Q&A to follow.

Industry: Other Industries / Sectors

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

07 April 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

31 March 2020 14:00 to 16:00

*** Update 11/03/20, EVENT POSTPONED in reaction to Coronavirus, a new date will be advised in due course ***

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

26 March 2020 19:00 to 21:00

Home to the familiar face of the Henry vacuum, it’s true to say that you never have to look far to find a Numatic product keeping all industries clean. Whether it be a hotel, hospital, kitchen or public transport, Numatic provide a cleaning solution. A simple formula is the basis of all Numatic Products... Innovation, Quality and Price.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Talk or debate

19 March 2020 19:30 to 21:00

*** EVENT POSTPONED in reaction to Coronavirus. A new date will be advised in due course. ***

Industry: Other Industries / Sectors

Event Type: Talk or debate

18 March 2020 19:00 to 21:00

Digital twins could provide a structured model based approach to represent the product throughout its lifecycle. Fast feedback of measured data would be used to calibrate the digital twin (integrated set of design models), then ran as a simulation to predict the outcome of any decisions made.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

17 March 2020 19:00 to 21:00

Come along to our monthly meeting to help us decide on what events to put on and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

13 March 2020 09:30 to 16:30

Complete your IEng or CEng application with support from Institution staff, and have it practically ready to submit by the end of the day.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

12 March 2020 18:00 to 20:30

IMechE Devon and Cornwall area committees AGM and a talk from Abigail Netcott, the Marketing and Development Manager for The Box which opens in May.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Competition event

03 March 2020 17:00 to 19:00

Aspiring young engineers describe the technical challenges they have addressed in a presentation competition with monetary prizes and the chance to progress to the national final at Birdcage Walk.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Careers & education

26 February 2020 14:00 to 16:00

Want to enthuse children about STEM? This is an opportunity for adults to come and have a go at some fun, engaging design and make projects and find out how the activities can be used to inspire the next generation of girls and boys. Create your own electric fan boats and balloon buggies, whilst learning how to conduct these activities with young people. They are designed to tie in with curriculum learning objectives in forces, electricity and materials.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

25 February 2020 18:30 to 20:00

Uniting a range of engineering disciplines and other expertise, the world-wide team collaborated on a sustainable design for the classroom block, as well as working closely with Malawian construction contractors, the local workforce and the wider community, to share expertise and assist with the final stages of construction. £17,500 was raised to cover the build cost; and a further £3,000 crowdfunding campaign enabled the classroom to be furnished and equipped.

Industry: Other Industries / Sectors

Event Type: Talk or debate

19 February 2020 19:00 to 21:00

In this talk Dr Steve Wright will present the technologies that make drones possible, and then introduce his work at the University of the West of England to exploit these capabilities further and create the drones of the future.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical lecture

18 February 2020 17:00 to 19:00

David Clarke of RIA having reviewed the current scene will explain the case for everything from 25kV continuous electrification to self-powered electric trains. Joint event with IET

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

12 February 2020 19:30 to 21:00

Come along to our monthly meeting to help us decide on what events to put on and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

12 February 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Conference

06 February 2020 09:15 to 16:00

Women in Engineering South West is an event to empower, inspire and connect people across the industry. A day of bespoke ‘Influencing and Personal Impact’ training from Graham Proud; inspirational talks from leading females in the industry. You have the opportunity to connect with like-minded peers.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

05 February 2020 19:00 to 20:30

Tour of Spirax Sarco’s extensive steam testing laboratory in Cheltenham. This event will give an insight into how is steam generated, distributed, controlled and used; how the condensate is recycled and a basic overview of a steam system.

Industry: Process Industries

Event Type: Careers & education

05 February 2020 16:00 to 19:00

16.00 career fayre, 17.30 lecture Railway industry employers’ careers fayre followed by lecture on the innovative electrification project for the Cardiff Valleys rail network.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical lecture

21 January 2020 18:30 to 20:30

The IMechE Bristol & Bath YMP and CIBSE are hosting a lecture on Bristol's proposed Heat Network: The talk will cover Bristol's Heat Networks: Plans, Progress and Challenges.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

20 January 2020 19:30 to 21:00

Come along to our monthly meeting to help us decide on what events to put on and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

14 January 2020 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

08 January 2020 17:00 to 19:30

Note change of speaker, but the same lecture theme. Now Dr Will Midgley will explain his research at Loughborough University and what he thinks the future could look like. Joint event with PWI Click on event title for more details

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

12 December 2019 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

11 December 2019 18:30 to 20:00

Join us for an interactive family-friendly evening of fun, facts and physics about how sound in the sea affects the marine environment and its inhabitants.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Careers & education

05 December 2019 19:30 to 21:30

Careers and Beers gives you an opportunity to engage with recent graduates from engineering companies in the Bristol area.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

05 December 2019 19:00 to 19:30

Come along to our monthly meeting to help us decide on what events to put on and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! This meeting shall be a shorter one that usual. We will spend 30 minutes going through our key post Christmas events. Our Careers and Beers event shall start immediately after.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Careers & education

04 December 2019 18:00 to 21:00

Interested in a career in engineering? Looking to employ the next generation of engineers? Come along to hear about Engineering and Technology training opportunities available in Gloucestershire, developed with local industry to address local skill shortages. Quiz the heads of engineering from the University of Gloucestershire and Gloucestershire College.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

03 December 2019 18:30 to 20:30

‘The First Men on the Moon: 50 Years On’ is on Tuesday 3 Dec at 18.30-19.00 This is the 2019 Family Christmas Lecture, all are welcome. It is being held in the excellent Chancellors' Building at the University of Bath which is near the East car park where there is ample room.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

03 December 2019 17:00 to 20:00

Adrian Shooter will describe the Vintage Trains train operating company, and the history, facilities and workload of Tyseley depot. Followed by complementary hot buffet

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk or debate

27 November 2019 19:00 to 21:00

A presentation to convey current Cyber Security threats, risks and issues effecting Critical National Infrastructure organisations, and how to communicate effectively to senior decision makers not only the need for ownership and action but what governance and operational actions to take and when. Supporting IMechE members and guests in being able to address technically complex and challenging messages to a senior audience whose priorities and attention may be elsewhere

Industry: Management

Event Type: Careers & education

27 November 2019 14:00 to 16:00

Want to enthuse children about engineering? Come and have a go at some fun, engaging design and make projects and find out how the activities can be used to inspire the next generation. and listen to a talk on STEM engagement. Create your own electric fan boats and vibrating brush monsters. Class packs will be available for attendees to conduct the activities in school.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Seminar

21 November 2019 18:00 to 20:00

A joint event with the IMechE Food and Drink Engineering Committee, Exeter University Renewable Energy Group and the IMechE Devon and Cornwall Area Committee. This Talk from Dr Mike Inkson, CEO of Sugar Knowledge International Ltd, will cover Practical Implications of Thermodynamics for Generation and Cogeneration as well as Commercial and Environmental Factors.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical visit

19 November 2019 18:30 to 20:30

The Bath and Bristol YMP would like to invite you on a tour of the Brabazon Hangars in Filton, Bristol. This will be one of the final opportunities to tour the hangars before the airfield is renovated for the new arena.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

13 November 2019 19:30 to 21:00

Come along to our monthly meeting to help us decide on what events to put on and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

13 November 2019 18:30 to 19:45

Dr Colin Brown the Chief Executive Officer (Interim) of the IMechE will explore the IMechE's future position and discuss the unique features and strengths of the IMechE that are argued still give it a relevance in the 21st Century, thereby answering the question: ‘2020: Does the IMechE have a clear vision?’. Talk to start at 6:30pm with refreshments from 6pm.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

13 November 2019 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

07 November 2019 19:00 to 21:00

A brief journey through the world of vehicle electrification. From the technologies common place in leading electric cars to emerging trends in non-road mobile machinery. Visions of upcoming technology goals and the regulatory landscape sculpting vehicle propulsion of the future.

Industry: Motor vehicle parts

Event Type: Social event

07 November 2019 19:00 to 21:00

Come and join us for this years Plymouth Engineering Institution Pub Quiz!!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Careers & education

06 November 2019 17:45 to 20:00

17.45 career fayre, 18.30 lecture Railway industry employers’ careers fayre followed by lecture by SWR and Siemens on the successes and failures of this manufacturer maintained fleet.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk or debate

01 November 2019 00:00 to 03 November 2019 00:00

Three days of interesting talks and workshops relating to design. The 2019 festival's theme is 'together', exploring how design and creativity create positive relationships. Expect engineering design to feature in the festival's programme.

Industry: Cross-sector