The Institute ofConcrete Technology

Raman Mangabhai

President of ICT

The Institute ofConcrete Technology

Delivering experience andprofessionalism to theconstruction industry

What is the ICT?The concrete sector’s professional

development body since 1972.A professional institute for suitably

qualified individuals.An awarding body for qualifications in

concrete technology.A facilitator of CPD and networking

opportunities.

What does ICT do?The Institute's mission is:

“to preserve and promote concrete technology as arecognized engineering discipline and consolidate

the professional status of practicing concretetechnologists worldwide.”

It fulfils a range of functions to enhance the professionalstatus and career prospects of its members.

Development of Knowledgein the field of cement & concreteOrganises an annual convention and other

technical meetings throughout the year, often withworld-class experts in their fieldPublishes technical notes, articles and conference

papers in a Yearbook and on its websiteGenerates an archive of original research

ContinuingProfessional Development

ICT organises technical events, assessed forCPD value.Certificates are available to participants andthe Institute upholds a requirement formembers to maintain a record of CPD.

Networking opportunitieswith professional contacts

Professional Statusas a Chartered Engineer

The Institute of Concrete Technology is proud to be aProfessional Affiliate of the Engineering Council.

Corporate Members of the Institute can achieveregistration with the Engineering Council, as aChartered or Incorporated Engineer, via our jointmembership arrangement with the Society ofEnvironmental Engineers.

To achieve this the ICT offers a range ofqualifications

Qualifications in ConcreteThe ICT provides a framework to qualify inconcrete technology at a number of occupationallevels:Sets the syllabuses for qualificationsGuides on appropriate course providersHelps with mentors and sponsorsHolds and marks examinationsAwards qualifications and designatory letters

Concrete Technology& ConstructionThe ICT’s scheme operatesin four seamless stagesallowing progress throughto your required level ofqualification. Membershipof the ICT brings theentitlement to adddesignatory letters to yourname.

Stage 1 Concrete Practice19 Units containing :-

composition & properties, productionand quality control

Examination with multiple choicequestions and lasting 1.5 hours

Stage 2- General Principles1 Constituents of concrete - 11 units2 Properties of Concrete – 8 units3 Concrete Production and use – 9 units4 Construction practice – 8 units

As Stage 1 but covered in more detail andadditional topicsWritten paper lasting 3 hours

Stage 3 Practical applicationsFive modules:New developments in materialConcrete performanceTesting and quality controlConstruction ManagementSpecial processes

Written paper lasting 3 hours

Stage 4 Advanced Diploma inConcrete Technology

MSc level study of an extensive range of aspects ofconcrete: Materials, properties, mix design, production,special concretes, quality concrete, durabilityPrivate study and group assignments or individual

assignment or projectTwo written examination papers, each lasting 3 hours-

Paper 1 Material TechnologyPaper 2 Application and process

Additional assessment by extended project or individualassignments

ICT Examinations

Stage 1Concrete PracticeExamination – 10 June 2015Closing date forregistration:29 May 2015

Stage 4AdvancedConcrete TechnologyExaminations – 7 & 8 July 2015Closing date forregistration:12 June 2015

Interested? Who should join?Anyone involved in the specification, supply orconstruction of concrete or its constituent materials,who wishes to attain a qualification in the subject ofconcrete technology and receive recognition andreward for their expertise.

Membership is available at appropriate grades to suitsuccessive stages on your career path.

Qualifications are linkedto Membership Grades

STAGE 3Practical Applications

STAGE 2General Principles

STAGE 1Concrete Practice

STAGE 4Advanced Concrete

Technology

MemberMICT

AssociateAMICT

AffiliateAffICT

TechnicianTechICT

FellowFICT

Membership in EducationStudent membership

is available for school leavers working in theconcrete industry towards technician grade andundergraduates working towards an appropriateuniversity degree containing a significant concretetechnology component.Graduate membership

is available for those holding a relevant degreecontaining a significant concrete technologycomponent.

Getting involvedYour experience of the Institute can range from thepurely passive, to the involved and active,dependent on your circumstances and inclination:Study and/or research for qualificationsUse of designatory letters and receipt of Yearbook,

newsletters and other communicationInformal networking on occasionAttendance at Convention and technical meetingsActive roles on Council and committees

Benefits ofmembership

LearningQualificationsRecognition of statusProfessional developmentNetworkingCareer progressionAchievement

ICT NewsletterPublished Quarterly

ICT Year bookPublished annually

• ‘Face to Face’interview

• Papers from ICTConvention andTechnical meetings

• ‘Milestones inConcreteTechnology’ series

• Summary of ACTreports

Annual ICT Convention

Recognition by peersElection as Honorary Fellow

The Institute ofConcrete Technology

Edwin TroutExecutive Officer

ict@concrete.org.uk

http://www.ict.concrete.org.uk