Tamilnadu Council for Professional Civil Engineers 2023.pptx

Benifits for Tamilnadu Council for Professional Civil Engineers

1. OVERVIEW “TAMILNADU COUNCIL FOR PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS (TCPCE)”

2. INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT: Civil engineering is centre to the development and maintenance of Tamil Nadu's infrastructure, including highways, roads, bridges, ports, airports, and urban utilities. This infrastructure is vital for economic development and improving the state's quality of life . 2. ECONOMIC GROWTH: The civil engineering sector contributes to economic growth by generating employment opportunities and supporting various construction-related industries. Infrastructure development in Tamil Nadu has a direct impact on economic productivity and trade . 3. URBANIZATION: Tamil Nadu has experienced rapid urbanization in cities like Chennai, Coimbatore, and Madurai. Civil engineers are essential for designing urban areas, managing growth, and ensuring the sustainable development of cities. 4 . TRANSPORTATION: An efficient transportation network is critical for Tamil Nadu's economy. Civil engineers are responsible for designing and maintaining road networks, railways, airports, and ports, facilitating the movement of goods and people within the state and across the country. ROLE OF CIVIL ENGINEERING INDUSTRY IN NATION DEVELOPMENT

3. 5. Water Resources Management: Tamil Nadu faces water resource management challenges, including droughts and floods. Civil engineers play a crucial role in managing water resources, building reservoirs, irrigation systems, and water supply infrastructure. 6. Environmental Sustainability: Civil engineers in Tamil Nadu are increasingly focusing on sustainable practices. This includes designing eco-friendly buildings, implementing green infrastructure, and addressing pollution and waste management to mitigate environmental impacts . 7. Housing and Construction: The construction industry in Tamil Nadu is a significant contributor to the state's economy. Civil engineers are involved in building residential, commercial, and industrial structures, meeting the housing needs of the population and supporting related industries. 8. Disaster Mitigation : Tamil Nadu is susceptible to natural disasters, such as cyclones and floods. Civil engineers are involved in disaster mitigation efforts, including designing resilient infrastructure and buildings to withstand such disasters.

4. 9 . Innovation and Technology : The civil engineering industry in Tamil Nadu is adopting innovative technologies like Building Information Modeling (BIM), automation, and sustainable construction practices to enhance efficiency and quality . 10. Education and Research: The civil engineering sector supports educational institutions and research programs in Tamil Nadu. This fosters the development of skilled professionals and promotes research and innovation in the field . 11 . Social Development: Civil engineers contribute to social development by providing access to clean water, sanitation, and essential services. They are also involved in the construction of educational institutions and healthcare facilities, promoting human development. 12. Tourism and Culture: Civil engineering supports Tamil Nadu's tourism industry by maintaining heritage sites, temples, and other cultural landmarks that attract tourists and contribute to the state's economy.

5. OBJECT OF FORMING CIVIL ENGINEERS COUNCIL

6. OBJECT OF PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS’ COUNCIL 1. **Professional Development:** Provide opportunities for professional development and continuing education to enhance the knowledge and skills of civil engineers. 2. **Advocacy:** Advocate for the interests of civil engineers at the local, state, and national levels, including influencing policies and regulations that affect the profession. 3. **Ethical Standards:** Establish and uphold a code of ethics and professional conduct to ensure that civil engineers maintain high ethical standards in their work. 4. **Education and Certification:** Offer certification programs and educational resources to help civil engineers achieve and maintain professional certifications, such as Professional Engineer (PE) licenses.

7. OBJECT OF PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS’ COUNCIL 5. Networking: Create a platform for civil engineers to connect, collaborate, and network with peers, mentors, and industry experts. 6. Research and Innovation: Promote research and innovation in the field of civil engineering, supporting advancements in technology and practices. 7. Public Outreach: Raise awareness about the importance of civil engineering in society and engage in community outreach and educational initiatives. 8. Standards and Best Practices: Contribute to the development of industry standards and guidelines to ensure that civil engineering projects adhere to best practices and safety standards.

8. OBJECT OF PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS’ COUNCIL 9.Career Support: Provide career support services such as job postings, mentoring, and resources for professional advancement . 10. Safety and Sustainability: Promote safety practices and sustainable engineering solutions to protect the environment and public health . 11. Knowledge Sharing: Facilitate the sharing of knowledge, research findings, and best practices among members through publications, conferences, and events . 12. International Collaboration: Foster collaboration with international organizations and professionals to stay updated on global engineering trends and standards.

9. OBJECT OF PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS’ COUNCIL 13. Diversity and Inclusion: Promote diversity and inclusion within the profession, encouraging underrepresented groups to pursue careers in civil engineering . 14. Public Safety: Prioritize public safety by ensuring that civil engineering projects are designed, constructed, and maintained to the highest safety standards . 15. Quality Assurance: Set guidelines and mechanisms for quality assurance in civil engineering projects to maintain high standards of work.

10. An act to provide for registration of professional civil engineers and for matters connected here with. I t is here by enacted in the 77th year of the republic of India as follows. This act may be called the “Tamil Nadu Professional Civil Engineers Act 2023 ” It extends to the whole of the state of Tamil Nadu. It shall come into force on such date as the state government may, by notification in the official gazette, appoint

11. COMMON BENEFITS OF PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS COUNCIL

12. BENEFITS FOR GOVERNMENT 1. The Engineering Council ensures accountability for all government projects, fostering transparency and responsible resource management.   2. Increased GST revenue can be expected due to the higher quality and quantity of construction activities led by qualified engineers.   3. Government projects will witness a reduction in construction accidents as qualified engineers oversee construction processes, prioritizing safety.   4. Graduates facing unemployment challenges will find opportunities in the construction sector, contributing to economic growth and addressing joblessness.   5. The Council aids in identifying reputable consulting engineers and contractors for government works, ensuring project excellence.   6. Quality standards for government buildings will be elevated, enhancing public infrastructure through the involvement of professional engineers.

13. BENEFITS FOR THE PUBLIC 1. The Engineers’ Council guarantees the delivery of high-quality construction projects , benefiting the public with safer and more durable infrastructure.   2. Adoption of advanced technologies by engineers will lead to cost-efficient construction practices , ultimately lowering expenses for the public.   3. Disputes between contractors and owners will diminish, resulting in smoother construction processes and more reliable project outcomes by maintaining proper documents.   4. Engineer-led pre-designed buildings enhance public safety during natural disasters, providing peace of mind to property owners .   5. The exclusive use of ISI standard materials by professional engineers ensures the longevity and reliability of public construction projects.

14. BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS 1. The involvement of Council members in educational institutions elevates the quality of teaching and learning in engineering colleges.   2. Students and freshers can access in-plant and apprenticeship training opportunities with basic stipends, enhancing their practical skills.   3. Successful completion of training allows students to Take off well their careers by joining professional engineers immediately after graduation .   4. Civil engineering graduates can begin their careers in the field immediately after completing their degree or diploma, offering them a seamless transition into the workforce .

15. BENEFITS FOR ENGINEERS 1. The Engineering Council restricts non-civil engineers from participating in construction activities, safeguarding the profession's integrity .   2. Government employees are barred from engaging in private construction activities, ensuring engineers receive more public sector projects.   3. Engineers benefit from increased opportunities for construction work and access to skilled and qualified staff .   4. Assistants must obtain experience certificates from Council members, ensuring a qualified workforce .   5. Engineers can maintain project records, facilitating timely payments and reducing outstanding dues.   6. Practicing engineers gain valuable knowledge and experience before embarking on their careers as professional engineers.   7. Engineers can participate in national and international infrastructural projects, extending their horizons and professional experiences.

16. COMPARING CIVIL ENGINEERS’ COUNCIL WITH EXISTING PROFESSIONAL ACTS IN FORCE

17. COMPARING CIVIL ENGINEERS’ COUNCIL WITH EXISTING PROFESSIONAL ACTS IN FORCE ADVOCATES ACT ARCHITECTS COUNCIL ACT DOCTORS COUNCIL ACT GUJARAT PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS COUNCIL ACT TAMIL NADU PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS COUNCIL ACT NATURE OF THE PROFESSION Regulates the legal profession, including lawyers, advocates, and attorneys. Regulates the field of architecture and the practice of architects. Governs the practice of medicine, including medical practitioners and healthcare providers. The practice of civil engineering in the state of Gujarat was regulated . A hypothetical act that would regulate the practice of civil engineering in the state of Tamil Nadu. REGULATORY AUTHORITY Establishes bar councils responsible for regulating lawyers. Creates an architecture council or authority to oversee architects. Establishes a medical council or board to oversee the medical profession. Established a council or regulatory authority for civil engineers in Gujarat. Would establish a council or regulatory authority for civil engineers in Tamil Nadu. MEMBERSHIP AND LICENSING Specifies requirements for becoming a licensed advocate, including education and bar examinations. Defines criteria for obtaining an architect's license, often involving education, experience, and examinations. Sets out the process for obtaining a medical license, typically based on medical education and internship. Formed an outline educational and experience requirements for becoming a licensed civil engineer and detail the licensing process. Likely to outline educational and experience requirements for becoming a licensed civil engineer and detail the licensing process. CODE OF ETHICS Contains provisions for lawyers' ethical conduct and client representation. Establishes ethical standards for architects, including client relationships and design integrity. Outlines ethical obligations and professional conduct for medical practitioners. Ethical standards and professional conduct guidelines included for civil engineers in Gujarat. Would include ethical standards and professional conduct guidelines for civil engineers in Tamil Nadu. DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS Provides a framework for disciplinary actions against lawyers who violate professional standards. Contains provisions for disciplinary actions in cases of professional misconduct by architects. Establishes a mechanism for addressing misconduct or violations of professional standards by doctors. A system established for addressing misconduct or violations of professional standards by civil engineers, including disciplinary proceedings. Would establish a system for addressing misconduct or violations of professional standards by civil engineers, including disciplinary proceedings. CONTINUING EDUCATION: May require lawyers to participate in continuing legal education. Often includes requirements for architects to engage in continuing professional development. May mandate ongoing medical education and training to keep practitioners updated. provisions made for ongoing professional development and training to keep civil engineers updated in their field. Could include provisions for ongoing professional development and training to keep civil engineers updated in their field. SCOPE OF PRACTICE: Defines the scope of legal practice and the rights and responsibilities of lawyers. Delineates the scope of architectural practice and project types architects can undertake. Defines the practice of medicine, outlining responsibilities and limitations. the scope of civil engineering practice in Gujarat was delineated . Would likely delineate the scope of civil engineering practice in Tamil Nadu.

18. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL ( GCPCE)

19. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL (GCPCE) PRELIMINARY AN ACT to provide for registration of professional engineers and for matters connected herewith .   1. (1) This Act may be called the Gujarat Professional Civil Engineers Act, 2006. (2) It extends to the whole of the State of Gujarat Establishment and composition of Council The Council shall consist of the following member s, namely:-   five professional civil engineers elected by professional civil engineers from among themselves . AND Five State Government Offices from amongst the engineers not below the level of Chief Engineer.   b) two persons to be co-opted by the Council from amongst professional civil engineers .

20. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL (GCPCE) Functions of Council .   Subject to the provisions of this Act, the Council shall perform the following functions, namely:- to manage the property of the Council; to manage and control the fund established under sub-section (1) of section 12; to keep proper accounts of the fund; to hold examinations prescribed by regulations; to cause to prepare and maintain a register of professional civil engineers; to grant or refuse certificate of practice; to levy and collect fees from examinees, civil engineers applying for registration, professional civil engineers and others; to remove from the register the names of professional civil engineers and to restore to the register the names of professional civil engineers which have been removed ; to prescribe standards of professional conduct and etiquette and code of ethics for professional civil engineers; to exercise disciplinary powers conferred by this Act, and to perform such other functions as are laid down in this Act and in the rules and regulations .

21. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL (GCPCE) Functions of the Council Entry of names in register   All moneys standing at the credit of Council which cannot immediately be applied shall be deposited in the State Bank of India or in any scheduled bank specified in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.   Subject to the provisions of this Act, the Council shall perform the following functions namely :- (a) to manage the property of the Council; ( b) to manage and control the fund established under sub-section (1) of section 12; ( c) to keep proper accounts of the fund; ( d) to hold examinations prescribed by regulations; ( e) to cause to be prepared and maintain a register of professional civil engineers ; ( f) to grant or refuse certificate of practice; ( g) to levy and collect fees from examinees, civil engineers applying for registration , professional civil engineers and others; (h) to remove from the register the names of professional civil engineers and to restore to the register the names of professional civil engineerswhich have been removed; ( i ) to prescribe standards of professional conduct and etiquette and codes of ethics for professional civil engineers. ( j) To exercise disciplinary powers conferred by this Act and ( k) To perform such other functions as are laid down in this Act and in the rules and regulations .

22. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL (GCPCE) REGISTRATION OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS person – (a) on whom a degree of Master in Civil Engineering is conferred by a recognized engineering institution and who possesses experience of working as a civil engineer for a period of not less than three years after such conferment , or (b) on whom a degree of Bachelor in Civil Engineering is conferred by a recognized engineering institution and who possesses experience of working as a civil engineer for a period of not less than four years after such conferment, or

23. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL (GCPCE) Certificate of Practice Preparation and maintenance of register   (c) on whom a diploma in civil engineering is conferred by a recognized engineering institution and who possesses experience of working as a civil engineer for a period of not less than six years after such conferment, or ( d) who possesses such other qualification as is recognized as being equivalent to the qualification mentioned in clause (a) or (b) and experience of working as a civil engineer for such period as may be prescribed byregulations , shall be eligible to appear for such examination as may be prescribed by regulations, on payment of such fees as may be prescribed by rules, and held by the Council and on passing such examination, such person shall be entitled to have his name entered in the register . FINANCIAL COMMITMENTS Every person entitled under sub-section (1) or (2) to have his name entered in the register shall have his name entered in the register on application being made and granted in such manner as may be prescribed by regulations and on payment of such fees shall be Rs. 15000 fees as may be prescribed by rules.   Every such person shall pay annual fee Three thousand rupees as may be prescribed by rules and such fee shall be payable on or before the 1st day of April in each year.  

24. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL (GCPCE) Removal from register Surrender of Certificate   The Council may, by order, remove from the register the name of any professional civil engineer--   a) from whom a request has been received to that effect, or   b) who has died since the last publication of the register, or   c) who has failed to pay annual fee for three consecutive years.   Subject to the provisions of this section, the Council may order that the name of any professional civil engineer shall be removed from the register where it is satisfied, after giving him a reasonable opportunity of being heardand after such further inquiry, if any, as it may think fit to make--   a) that his name has been entered in the register by error or on account of misrepresentation or suppression of a material fact; or   b ) that he has been convicted of any offence which, in the opinion of the Council, involves moral turpitude or has been guilty of any infamous conduct in any professional respect or has violated standards of professional conduct and etiquette or the code of ethics which, in the opinion of the Council , renders him unfit to be kept in the register;   c) that he is an undercharged insolvent; or   d) that he has been adjudged by a competent Court to be of un sound mind.

25. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL (GCPCE) Fund of Council   There shall be established a Fund under the management and control of the Council, consist of all moneys received by the Council and out of which shall be met all expenses and liabilities properly incurred by the Council. The Council may invest any money for the time being standing to the credit of the Fund in any Government security or in any other security approved by the State Government. The Council shall keep proper accounts of the Fund distinguishing capital from revenue . The annual accounts of the Council shall be subject to audit by an auditor to be appointed annually by the Council. As soon as may be practicable at the end of each financial year, but not later than the thirtieth day of September of the year next following, the Council shall cause to be published in the Official Gazette, a copy of the audited accounts and the report of the Council for that year and copies of the said accounts and report shall be forwarded to the State Government. The Fund shall consist of- ( a) all moneys received from the State Government by way of grant; ( b) any sums received under this Act whether by way of fee or otherwise. All moneys standing at the credit of Council, which cannot immediately be applied, shall be deposited in any bank specified in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.

26. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL (GCPCE) Functions of Council . ( a) to manage the property of the Council; ( b) to manage and control the fund established under sub-section (1) of section 12; ( c) to keep proper accounts of the fund; (d) to hold examinations prescribed by regulations; ( e) to cause to prepare and maintain a register of professional civil engineers; ( f) to grant or refuse certificate of practice; ( g) to levy and collect fees from examinees, civil engineers applying for registration, professional civil engineers and others; ( h) to remove from the register the names of professional civil engineers and to restore to the register the names of professional civil engineers which have been removed ;

27. KEY POINTS IN GUJARAT COUNCIL (GCPCE) Unqualified persons not to certify engineering designs . Notwithstanding anything contained in any law for the lime being in force, after the expiry of two years from the commencement of this Act, no person shall certify an engineering design of- a building the plinth area of which exceeds one hundred and forty square meters; or a building the height of which exceeds the normal height of a building having the ground floor and first floor; or a building which does not have load bearing type masonry structure; or a building which is a part of a larger housing project comprising not less than three buildings, notwithstanding the plinth area of such building is one hundred and forty square meters, or less than one hundred and forty square meters; unless he is a professional civil engineer. Any person contravening the provisions of sub-section shall , without prejudice to any other proceedings which may be taken against him, be punishable with fine which may extend on first conviction to five thousand rupees and on any subsequent conviction with imprisonment which may extend to six months or with fine not exceeding ten thousand rupees or with both.

28. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED TAMILNADU COUNCIL FOR PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS ( TCPCE )”

29. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) A Council shall be established to be called the Tamilnadu Council of Professional Civil Engineers (TCPCE ) BOARD MEMBERS Fifteen Professional Affiliate Association members Five Govt . Ex-Officio members( Rtd Engineer) shall be appointed by the State Government Two board members to be co-opted by the board of Council from amongst Professional civil engineers. POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE PRESIDENT AND VICE-PRESIDENT 1. The President shall exercise general control and supervision over the affairs of the Council. 2. The President have power to pass interim orders in revisional and other matters arising out of the supervisory jurisdiction of the Council. 3. The President have power to punish any employee of the Council by way of censure or reprimand and may initiate proceedings for suspension, removal or dismissal . 4. The President is the authority to sanction the disbursement of salaries of the staff and to order payment of any bill outstanding against the Council. 5.   The Vice-President shall exercise all the powers and discharge all the functions of the President in his absence and under his direction. 6. On a motion of "No Confidence" brought by, not less than 3/4th Members of the Tamilnadu Council of Professional Civil Engineers (TCPCE). And in voting such "No Confidence Motion" will passed when majority is more than 2/3rd of the total number of members, the President or Vice-President or any other office bearer against whom the motion is passed shall cease to hold office forthwith. 7. Notwithstanding anything contained in the Act or the rules made thereunder, the President or Vice-President shall not preside over the meeting in which motion of "No Confidence " is discussed against him and such meeting shall be convened on a notice of at least one month. The President or the Vice-President shall have the right to vote, speak or take part in the proceeding of the meeting. Establishment and composition of Council

30. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) ELECTION OF BOARD MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL The election of a Board member of the Council shall be conducted by the Secretary of the Council who shall act as the Returning Officer. Existing President can form an election committee of five amongst existing board member of Council. The name of each candidate for the election shall be proposed by one member and seconded by another member of the Council at the meeting. No member shall propose or second more than one name. If the number of candidates duly nominated is more than one, there shall bean election by secret ballot or postal voting. A copy of the Order of the existing board of Council or the election Committee may be sent to the State Government. The State Government concerned shall cause such fresh election to be held as may be ordered under sub-rule (3) of this rule. ELECTION OF PRESIDENT AND VICE-PRESIDENT The election of the President and Vice-President shall be held at a meeting of the Council . EXPIRY AND TERM OF OFFICE FOR PRESIDENT, VICE-PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF COMMITTEES The President or the Vice- President shall hold office for a period of two years, or until his term of office as member of the Tamilnadu Council of Professional Civil Engineers (TCPCE)ceases, whichever is earlier. Election and Term of office

31. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) 1. The President, the Vice-President and other Board members of the Council shall be entitled to such fees and allowances as the Council may, with the previous sanction of the State Government, fix in this behalf All the persons appointed under this section shall be the employees of the Council. There shall be a Fund established under the management and control of the Council by the payments received by the Council and out of which shall be met all expenses and liabilities properly incurred by the Council. The Council shall prepare and maintain the accounts of the Fund in such form and manner as may be prescribed by regulations . The annual accounts of the Council shall be subject to audit by an auditor who is a Chartered Accountant within the meaning of the Chartered Accountants Act, 1949, to be appointed annually by the Council As soon as may be practicable at the end of each financial year, but not later than the thirtieth day of September of the following year, the Council shall publish in the Official Gazette, a copy of the audited accounts and the report of the Council for that year and copies of the said accounts and report shall be forwarded to the State Government. The Fund shall consist of— all Funds received from the State Government by way of grant or gift; any sums received under this Act whether by way of fee or otherwise. All Funds standing at the Council which cannot be used immediately shall be deposited in any scheduled bank specified in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. FEES, ALLOWANCES ANDFINANCES OF COUNCIL

32. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) PROFESSIONAL SENIOR ENGINEER(PSE ): Registration based on their academic qualifications and experience, Engineers shall be "Registered" in “Professional Senior Engineer Grade”. The eligibility criteria for registration and the “Scope of Work” which can be entrusted to the Engineer are given below. Scope of Work: To prepare Plans, Designs, and Drawings for any type of buildings and Construction developments including High rise buildings and any type of Infrastructures developments and layout developments without any limit; Eligibility and Experience: (a) M.E. in Civil Engineering or equivalent Civil Engineering degree with a minimum of 10-year experience (b) B. E. Civil Engineering or A.M.I.E. Civil Engineering with a minimum of 15-year experience (after obtaining the degree) in professional work . 2. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (P.E.): Registration based on their academic qualifications and experience, Engineers shall be "Registered" in “Professional Engineer Grade”. The eligibility criteria for registration and the “Scope of Work” which can be entrusted to the Engineer are given below. Scope of work: To prepare Plans, Designs, and Drawings for Non-High rise buildings and Construction developments (i.e. up to 18.30m. in height) and Up to 10 Crore worth Infrastructures developments and layout developments on lands up to 25 Acre. in extent. Eligibilityand Experience: (a) M.E., Civil Engineering or equivalent civil engineering degree with a minimum of 5-year experience (b) B.E. Civil or equivalent degree or A.M.I.E. with a minimum of 10 year experience (after obtaining the degree) in professional work. (c) Diploma in Civil Engineering with 20-year experience (after obtaining the diploma) in professional work, or Registrations

33. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) PRACTICING ENGINEER (PR.E.) Registration based on their academic qualifications and experience, Engineers shall be "Registered" in “Practicing Engineer Grade”. The eligibility criteria for registration and the “Scope of Work” which can be entrusted to the Engineer are given below. Scope of work: To prepare plans, designs and drawings for small Construction Developments Maximum Height – 12 M up to 16 dwellings or up to 300 square meters of commercial use and excluding the above-mentioned structures for Professional Senior Engineers and Professional Engineers and layout developments on lands up to 10 Acres in extent . Eligibility and Experience : Diploma in Civil Engineering with 7-year experience (after obtaining the diploma) in professional work, or (b) B. E. Civil or equivalent degree with minimum 3-year experience (after obtaining the degree) in professional work Registrations

34. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) ATTENDING REGIONAL SEMINAR/WORKSHOP ATTENDANCE IS IMPORTANT FOR RETAINING THE MEMBERSHIP . For renewal of council membership, every member should obtained twenty four points per annum Attending Live seminar or Workshop – two points per hour, Attending Online Seminar – one point per hour Presenting a Research Paper or Publishing a Research paper in reputed journal – twelve Points Submitting a dissertation on Own Construction Project (with evidence) – twelve Points Experience Certificate is not required for the First two Years. Beyond two years’ Experience certificate is Compulsory from the Registered Council Member. The Live seminar points should be minimum fifty percent of total points per annum. When training civil engineers, teaching can be done at any educational institution affiliated with a university. The purpose of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956 (3 in 1956), and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) Act, No. 52 of 1987, is that he may engage in teaching up to three hours a day in civil engineering technical education. Do not engage for more than three hours. If any professional civil engineer is employed in such educational institution to teach civil engineering technical education, such employment, if the time he engages in teaching does not exceed three hours, shall be deemed subject to Council law. The salary payable by a civil engineer (either on a fixed amount or on the basis of part-time pay or any other form) should be part-time employment. PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL FOR PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS

35. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) CIVIL ENGINEERS CONFERENCE SHALL BE ORGANIZED REGULARLY FOR THE COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR UPDATING KNOWLEDGE AT REGULAR INTERVALS, WHERE THE SUITABLE PLACE AND TIME AS DECIDED BY THE COUNCIL. The expense of the State Conference shall be borne completely by the Organizing body. The Council shall not be responsible for any part of the expense. The Conference is open to all Members of TCPCE . There shall be an Organizing Committee which may be formed by the Organizing body to conduct the Annual General Body and Conferences. The Organizing body of the Conference shall appoint Office Bearers and Sub- Committees for conducting the Conference. They shall be the members of the member associations affiliated under professional affiliates or members of the associations affiliated with federations registered under professional affiliates. The Organizing body shall decide the rate of Fees to be levied on the Organizing Committee members also the delegate Fees to be collected from the members attending the Conference. The State President, State Secretary, Finance Secretary, and Past State Presidents shall not be charged any Fee. They shall be provided free accommodation and food. Any expenses incurred by the Principle Office bearers of the Council towards the Conference shall be met by the branch holding the Conference. The Council shall not be liable for any loss incurred by the Host association affiliated under professional affiliates or association affiliated with federations registered under professional affiliates. The Organizing Committee shall submit a Statement of Accounts relating to the Annual Conference to the State Council within 90 days from the Conference Date. The Council shall render every possible assistance to the Organizing Committee of the Conference. The Council Vice President shall render all possible assistance to the host association affiliated under professional affiliates or association affiliated with federations registered under professional affiliates holding the Conference and he shall be in constant touch with them. Civil Engineering Dept. Professors, Lecturers, Scholars, and Final Year Students may be permitted to the Conference at a concessional delegate fee viz., not more than 50% of the Delegate fees Fixed for the regular members. Conference

36. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) The Council may impose regulations to prescribe the standards of professional conduct and etiquette and a code of ethics for professional civil engineers. Regulations made by the Council, may specify which violations thereof shall constitute infamous conduct in any professional respect, that is to say, professional misconduct, and such provisions shall affect anything contained in any law for the time being in force. When on receipt of a complaint made to it, the Council is prima facie of the opinion that any professional civil engineer has been guilty of professional misconduct which, if proved, will render him unfit to practice as a professional civil engineer, and the Council may hold an inquiry in such manner as may be prescribed by rules. If , after conducting an inquiry into a professional civil engineer under the Council, may, by order, reprimand a professional engineer if he believes that the professional civil engineer is guilty of professional malpractice, or suspend him from practice as a professional engineer You can delete the name, or send other orders that you think are appropriate. Regulations

37. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) The Council may at any time approval Professional Society as a Professional Affiliate, provided that the TCPCE is satisfied that: It has been stable for at least ten years and possible in all cases, and has been consistent with the unionization of professional associations for at least ten years. It prescribes such standards of conduct for its members (if any),as are acceptable to the Council; It is not a trade association and is not, in the opinion of the Council, engaged (as a principal part of its activities) in activities carried on by trade unions or employee's organisations Its principal object or, if the Council should so determine, one of its principal objects is the advancement of engineering, technology or applied science or of the better utilization of engineers in industry and commerce (which may include education and training thereof); In nature it consists of academic and social activities, and should keep engineers in its specific engineering field in development activities (if any); It has under taken that it will not seek to change its governing document, or any related requirements in matters relating to qualification, registration or any other relevant matters required of it by the Council without prior consultation with the Council. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATES

38. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) Every building above 100 Square meters should be maintained with the interval of 5 years. The council member should issue the maintenance certificate in the interval of Five years. The fees structure for the maintenance certificate should be fixed by the council. The fees structure for the maintenance certificate is not more than Rupees Ten per square Meter for residential Buildings at the maximum of Rupees Two Thousands for each dwelling unit and Rupees Fifteen per square meter for Commercial buildings at the maximum of Rupees Five thousands for each block or building after the commencement of this act. The council may revise the fees structure at regular interval MAINTANANCE AND REGULATION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS

39. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) The activities of the PCEPA shall be confined to the State of Tamilnadu only. Only members of TCPCE are eligible to become members of this Act. Only an individual Engineer can be admitted to this act and no Firm or Company can be a member of this Act. Even if an engineer heads such an administration, the act of failing to renew members does not protect the individual engineer. To protect from any incident that occurs during Professional duty, the concerned member must be a member of Professional Civil Engineers Protection Act of TCPCE For the renewal of membership of any member, who has been penalized by any competent authority, shall be at the sole discretion of the Council. The concerned member shall inform the President and the Board members of the act with in ten days of the occurrence of the incident. The member shall obey instructions given by the Council of the act regarding the case. In Any Dispute and Incident related with council members, nobody should take action against members without the knowledge of Council. PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERS PROTECTION ACT (PCEPA) of TCPCE

40. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) Subject to the provisions of this Act, the Council shall perform the following functions namely:- (a) to manage the property of the Council; (b) to manage and control the fund established under sub-section (5) of section (5); (c) to keep proper accounts of the fund; (d) to hold examinations prescribed by regulations; (e) to prepare and maintain a register of professional civil engineers; (f) to grant or refuse certificate of practice; (g) to levy fees from civil engineers applying for registration of professional civil engineers and others; (h) to remove from the register the names of professional civil engineers and to restore to the register the names of professional civil engineers which have been removed ; ( i ) to prescribe standards of professional conduct and etiquette and codes of ethics for professional civil engineers. (j) to exercise disciplinary powers conferred by this Act and (k) to perform such other functions as are laid down in this Act and in the rules and regulations .   FUNCTION OF COUNCIL.

41. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) Family insurance scheme The activities of the Council shall be confined to the State of Tamilnadu . Only members of the TCPCE are eligible to become the members of this Scheme. The Scheme covers reimbursement of Hospitalization Expenses for illness/diseases or injury sustained the member, spouse, or children below twenty one years. The scheme shall reimburse rupees Five Lakhs for the Hospitalization expenses incurred in that year for the member and spouse . Also shall reimburse rupees Two Lakhs for the Hospitalization expenses incurred in that year for the two children below twenty one years. (Renewal of Subscription without break is essential) The Scheme shall not be liable to make any payments for the following. Any hospitalization expenses incurred in the first one hundred and eighty days from the date of joining in TCPCE Family insurance scheme. . Cost of spectacles and contact lenses, hearing aids. Dental treatment or surgery of any kind unless requiring hospitalization. Charges incurred at Hospital or Nursing Home primarily for diagnostic . COUNCIL MEMBERS WELFARE AGE ANNUAL FEE PREMIUM AMOUNT GST (Rate 18%) TOTAL Rs. Rs. Rs. Up to 45 years 3500 630 4130 46 - 55 years 4500 810 5310 56 - 65 years 5500 990 6490 66 - 70 years 6000 1080 7080 71 - 75 years 6500 1170 7670 76 - 80 years 7000 1260 8260

42. KEY POINTS IN PROPOSED COUNCIL ( TCPCE) The activities of the Council shall be confined to the State of Tamilnadu . Only members of the TCPCE, are eligible to become the members of this Scheme. The Scheme covers reimbursement of First Own House construction which he or she has an Own land/plot. The scheme shall reimburse Rupees five lakhs for the First Own House construction Subsidy under the nationalized Bank Loans. (Renewal of Subscription without break is essential) The Scheme shall not be liable to make any payment, Members are eligible to avail subsidies only after First Five Years from the date of joining. It shall not be clubbed with any other Government Housing scheme availed. HOUSING SCHEME OF TCPCE