COUNCIL OF REGISTERED

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
OF MAURITIUS

FORMAT OF TECHNICAL REPORT

TO BE SUBMITTED FOR REGISTRATION

Amended: 21 January 2008

Please take an appointment with the Registrar preferably by email: kbhujun@mail.gov.mu or by phone on
698-8376 prior to coming over to the Council to submit your report
1. COVER AND BINDING
• The technical report is to be submitted in
a bound form. While the CRPE prefers
the original training report to be in a hard
bound format, the choice on the type of
binding to be used is nevertheless left to
the applicant.
• The front cover shall be of rigid paper
and shall bear at least 24 pt font type.
2. PAPER AND TYPOGRAPHY
• The document shall be typed, and printed
on one side of the paper only with 1½
line spacing. Font used shall be “Arial”
and shall not be less than 12 pt in size.
Copies produced by xerographic
processes are acceptable.
• The size of the paper used shall be
international A4 (297 x 210mm). Paper
shall be of good quality and of sufficient
capacity for normal reading.
• Margins at the binding edge shall be not
less than 40mm and other margins not
less than 20mm.
3. PAGINATION
• Pages shall be numbered consecutively
through the document starting with the
title page, including appendices.
• Page numbers shall be located centrally
at the bottom of the page, approximately
10mm above the edge.
• If there is more than one volume, each
volume shall have its own pagination.
4. PRELIMINARIES
THE REGISTRAR, COUNCIL OF REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
c/o MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, LAND TRANSPORT & SHIPPING, Civil Engineering Section, Planning& Design Section, Phoenix, Mauritius
(phone) 698-8376  (FAX) 686-4506
• The title page and the front cover of the
document shall give the following
information in the order listed:
i) The full name of the author;
ii) The branch of engineering for
which registration is sought;
iii) The department or organisation
in which training was received;
and
iv) The month and year of
submission.
• The table of contents shall follow the title
page. It shall list in sequence with page
numbers all sub-divisions of the technical
report.
• The lists of tables and illustrations, if any,
shall follow the table of contents.
• Any acknowledgement shall be on the
page following the lists of tables and
illustrations.
• When submitting the technical report, the
author shall indicate in a declaration that
the report submitted is indeed his/her
own work, and that there has not been
any plagiarism or infringement of
copyrights in preparing the same. The
declaration shall be as per the format
enclosed, shall be signed and dated and
shall follow the acknowledgements.
• The Supervisor’s signed certificate shall
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follow the applicant’s declaration. The
declaration shall be as per the format
enclosed. The Supervisor should be a
registered Professional Engineer with at
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least 4 years of post-registration
experience in engineering and should be
duly registered during the period when
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 imparting training and when certifying the illustration which is bound sideways shall
Technical Report. be to the left of the page).
• Where symbols and/or abbreviations are • Tables shall be numbered consecutively
used, a list of such symbols and throughout the thesis in Arabic numbers;
abbreviations along with their full forms the numbers and captions shall be at the
shall be provided. This list shall follow the top of the tables.
supervisor’s certificate.
7. DIRECTIVES ON TEXT
Chapter 1
5. TEXT The Applicant’s Background
• The main body of the document shall be In the first chapter, the applicants shall:
preceded by an introduction. a. Summarise, in chronological
• The document shall be divided as order, all their engineering
appropriate into chapters, sections and employment after graduation,
subsections. stating the precise title of post
• The summary of competences shall held, with specific durations
follow the main text. including dates;
b. Make an assessment of their time
• Appendices shall follow the summary of
utilisation within each organisation
competences.
as a percentage of time spent on
• A list of references, if any, shall be i. Engineering Design,
arranged in alphabetical order. This list
shall follow the appendices and shall ii. Engineering functions
precede any annexes. of their own discipline,
iii. Allied engineering
• An index (if provided) shall follow the
discipline,
annexes (if any).
iv. Administrative and
other functions.
6. ILLUSTRATIONS (Kindly refer to the CRPE
• Whenever practicable, drawings, Standard for Professional
diagrams, maps, illustrations, computer Engineering Competence for more
printouts and tables shall have a binding details on the matter)
margin of at least 40mm. Computer
printouts should be burst before binding.
Chapter 2
• Photographic prints shall be on single
The Training Environment
weight paper or permanently mounted on
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appropriate paper for binding and shall The candidates are required in this chapter
be securely fixed in the document. describe:
a. the nature of the engineering
• Illustrations shall be numbered
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environment to which the

consecutively in Arabic numbers. The
candidates were exposed;
numbers and captions shall be at the
bottom of the illustrations. (The top of an b. the complexity of the activities or
operations of the training firm or
organisation;
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THE REGISTRAR, COUNCIL OF REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
c/o MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, LAND TRANSPORT & SHIPPING, Civil Engineering Section, Planning& Design Section, Phoenix, Mauritius
(phone) 698-8376  (FAX) 686-4506 @ (E-mail) kbhujun@mail.gov.mu  (webpage) www.crpemauritius.com
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 c. the professional competence or selection of certain activities,
standard of the persons with operations, systems, plant and
whom the candidates worked. The machinery and the ‘reporting’ on
applicants shall name their their engineering features, with
supervising engineers and state the help of drawings, sketches,
their engineering qualifications schematics or block diagrams,
and registration number. etc;
Exceptionally, the Council may e. The candidates will be expected
accept distant supervision, to be very familiar with technical
provided that it was advised of the terms, including units and
distant supervision arrangement dimensions as applicable to
and had agreed to the his/her discipline.
arrangement (Kindly refer to the
CRPE Standard for Professional
Engineering Competence for more Chapter 4
details on the matter); The Trainee’s own contribution /
d. the organisational structure of the involvement in engineering
training organisation with Council expects Trainee Engineers not to
emphasis on the division and area remain as silent spectators of their
where the candidates worked, or ‘supervisor’. The candidate should
were trained, showing levels of demonstrate in this chapter that they have
responsibility and authority and been actively involved in the engineering that
numbers of persons involved. goes on in their environment and to that
effect they have:
Chapter 3 a. contributed to the design activities
being undertaken by their office
The Nature of Training Received colleagues or seniors (all design
a. Candidates are required in this calculations are to be hand-written
chapter to show their initiation into and worked out from first
the activities of the organisation; principles. These are to be
b. The applicants shall include in this included in the technical report,
chapter a list of all the projects on though a computer-generated
which training has been received output may be submitted as a
during the training period, with support and confirmation of the
cost estimates and duration of the results of calculations);
project (wherever applicable); b. monitored engineering quality,
c. They must display awareness, efficiency and productivity at
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familiarity with and appreciation of various levels (namely planning,

the engineering activities involved procurement, installation,
in the projects in which they were execution, maintenance,
involved.
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improvement, etc.)
d. Applicants must demonstrate their c. made proposals and submitted
understanding and application of reports or comments on
basic engineering principles and engineering aspects and problem
laws of physics through the solving to seniors;
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THE REGISTRAR, COUNCIL OF REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
c/o MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, LAND TRANSPORT & SHIPPING, Civil Engineering Section, Planning& Design Section, Phoenix, Mauritius
(phone) 698-8376  (FAX) 686-4506 @ (E-mail) kbhujun@mail.gov.mu  (webpage) www.crpemauritius.com
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 d. been able, where authorised, to
bring in significant improvement to
their engineering environment,
which was measurable either
through cost monitoring, quality of
product, impact upon environment
etc.
Council expects that the candidates will
demonstrate their involvement on the various
projects by reference to data tables,
statistics, charts, engineering formula and/or
specifications, diagrams, schematic etc.
Chapter 5
Analytical Tools
The Engineering process almost always end
up in a decision being taken and such
decisions can have as basis the engineer’s
assessment of the probability of occurrence
of some events, and the relation between
certain events and their time of occurrences,
and their time of appraisal of investments
over machinery, payback periods, etc, etc.
It is expected therefore that the candidates
for registration demonstrate that they are
familiar with techniques that are utilised in
the decision process, and know at least a
particular technique and its applications.
Candidates should develop awareness of the
use of computers within their own branch of
engineering and in particular the use of
application software in their day to day work.
This chapter on Analytical Tools may not
necessarily be a chapter on its own. It can
be an Appendix to the Report and consist of
a collection of formula, techniques, etc which
are better located here than in chapter 3 and
4.
THE REGISTRAR, COUNCIL OF REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
c/o MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, LAND TRANSPORT & SHIPPING, Civil Engineering Section, Planning& Design Section, Phoenix, Mauritius
(phone) 698-8376  (FAX) 686-4506
Chapter 6
Conclusion
A concluding chapter, where the applicant is
expected to tell about his own perception of
his training period, as well as any short-
comings therein, any anticipated fields of
improvement, etc.
Note1 Each page of the report MUST be initialled
by the Supervisor. The Supervisor shall be
a registered Professional Engineer, qualified
in the applicant’s field of expertise and with
at least 4 years of qualified Post-
Registration experience in engineering.
Note 2 Each applicant shall submit one original and
two copies of his / her technical report and
his / her training log-book along with the
application for registration.
Note 3 Council encourages applicants to include
their own drawings in their report. Council
will NOT accept any drawings which have
been drafted for a purpose other than the
registration report, unless specific
permission from the owner(s) of the
drawings are included as part of the report.
Chapter 7
Summary of Competences
A last chapter of the report shall be a
summary of the competences claimed in the
training report, indexed with the core
competences required in the “CRPE
Standard for Professional Engineering
Competence”
The format of the competences claimed is
included in the next section. The Summary
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of Competences is indexed to the
candidates’ assessment sheets, available for
download from the Council’s website.
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 COUNCIL OF REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERS OF MAURITIUS

SUMMARY OF STATEMENT OF COMPETENCIES

24 April 2008

Summary Statement of Competencies Claimed 1

 Summary Statement of Competencies Claimed
Applicant’s Theoretical Knowledge, Understanding, and Ability
Competency Paragraph reference in Training Report
Description of Requirement
Element (insert paragraph number )
1A. Applicant’s ability to apply that knowledge to optimisation of existing and emerging technologies in their
own area of practice.

Applications of Materials (properties and processes) in Applicant’s

1A1
area of practice.

Application of Scientific and engineering principles in innovative and

1A2
creative activities in Applicant’s discipline.

Assessment of users’ needs; formulating marketing strategies,

1A3 identifying constraints, exploiting opportunities. Theoretical approach
to new technology, quality improvement and innovation.

Application of theoretical knowledge to Engineering Solutions, Design and Research [at least 40 weeks]
Competency Paragraph reference in Training Report
Description of Requirement
Element (insert paragraph number )

2A. Analysis and Solving of Engineering Problems

Appraising and reviewing engineering design; enhancing efficiency,

2A1
performance, capacity and productivity.

Use of theoretical knowledge (mathematical analysis and modelling,

2A2 etc) to analyse the design of engineering products, processes and
methods, etc.

Investigating engineering problems, incl. departures from designed

2A3 performance: failure, unreliability, instability; Identifying contributory
causes/sources - solutions.

Recognise an engineering problem as an opportunity for innovation

2A4
and improvement.

Summary Statement of Competencies Claimed 2

 Competency Paragraph reference in Training Report
Description of Requirement
Element (insert paragraph number )
2B. Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to engineering design (to meet specific needs: purpose and
performance). [Minimum 15 weeks]
From a design brief to design:
2B1 task required and applicable criteria
identifying parameters influencing design
alternative design schemes

Analysing and Selecting a particular technical solution and other

2B2
criteria influencing use and marketing of the end product.

Problems likely to arise during design, and envisaging solutions to

2B3 these eventualities. Making an engineering judgment under
uncertainty.

Understanding design methodologies: application of knowledge to

2B4 design solutions to unfamiliar problems, possibly involving other
disciplines.

Checking a design produced from using proprietary software against

2B5
design by conventional method.

2C. Ability to conduct investigations of technical issues consistent with applicant’s level of knowledge and
understanding, and ability to design and conduct experiments, analyse and interpret data towards
designing and developing an engineering solution [equivalent to 15 weeks]
Explaining observed performance; Formulating a hypothesis involving
2C1
significant dependent and independent parameters influencing for the
result.

Testing a hypothesis accounting for a departure from expected

performance (viz 2C1): - defining tasks to be carried out; scientific and
2C2
engineering principles involved; identifying parameters likely to
influence the value/outcome of the experiment

Conducting an experiment (as in 2C2) - recording and evaluating and

2C3 presenting data; analyse, interpret, explain results, and draw
conclusions. Discuss possible design review or justify design.

Summary Statement of Competencies Claimed 3

Management and Leadership Skills [at least 40 weeks]
Competency Paragraph reference in Training Report
Description of Requirement
Element (insert paragraph number )
3A Knowledge and understanding of, and ability to use, the techniques, skills, and modern engineering
tools, including management practices and procedures, necessary for engineering practice
Project Management tools and techniques: software applications,
3A1
Gant Chart, PERT/CPM, mathematical modelling, computer
simulation, and their applications.

Project Management; Programming and control of resources;

3A2 decision processes (use of statistics, uncertainty, probability, curve
fitting)

Basic Financial Statements (Balance Sheet), Cashflows and budgets;

3A3
identifying elements affecting profitability.

Ability to carry out Project Appraisal and costing using discounted

3A4
cash-flowtechniques-NPV, IRR

Assessment of service quality and performance; methods and

3A5
procedures.

3B. Ability to see through the operation of supply and execution of a contract.

3B1 Procurement: Procedures, Specifications, Conditions of Contract for

Engineering works.

Contract pricing; safeguarding against market trends influencing cost;

3B2
raw materials, labour, manufacturing processes, taxes, etc;

Monitor/control activities and events influencing costs and profitability

3B3
of business.

Ability to Produce Design brief; procurement of design and

3B4
construction services;

Production techniques - (manufacture, assembly, etc), material

3B5
testing procedures, etc.

Risks management and assessment in project management and

3B6 business; Limitations of Risks assessment and management
techniques.

Summary Statement of Competencies Claimed 4

Engineer's Responsibility for Environment, Health, and Safety [at least 10 weeks]
Competency Paragraph reference in Training Report
Description of Requirement
Element (insert paragraph number )

4A Applicant to demonstrate that he/she has knowledge of the impact of engineering design on quality of
environment, health and safety, and quality of life

4A1 Common environmental threats to quality of environment and

life;applicable control procedures and safeguards.

Legislation (relevant to applicant’s practice) governing quality of

4A2 environment, safety, health, and welfare of society; - influence on
design process and solutions.

4B Applicant is able to recognise and assess risks to quality of life, and, consequently, to design and
implement measures and safeguards to enhance quality of environment and life, and ensure
sustainability

Awareness of Environmental and sustainability issues affecting

4B1 implementation methods, procedures, and material choice.

Impact of Design and operation on energy consumption and emission

4B2 of greenhouse gases. Effects and constraintsof impact assessment on
design.

Recognise, monitor,assess, and prioritise risks to the quality of

4B3 environment in own area of practice, as well as hazards to safety,
welfare and health.

Summary Statement of Competencies Claimed 5

Interpersonal Skills and Communications [Equivalent 5 weeks]
Competency Paragraph reference in Training Report
Description of Requirement
Element (insert paragraph number )

5A Applicant to have awareness of need for developing and enhancing his/her ability to interact with
individuals and groups, including peers, subordinates, clients, administrators, policy makers and the
public
Applicant demonstrates a good command of Language and writing
skills; is knowledgeable of techniques, skills, and modern engineering
5A1 tools, (Auto-Cad or similar package, Spreadsheets, Word processing,
graphics and communication), etc., for improving productivity and
efficiency

Applicant should be aware of Management information systems and

5A2
intellectual property rights issues.

Applicant should display Leadership skills and ability to handle

5A3
meetings; etc

Recognition of Need for Broad Education, Recognition of Limits of Professional Competence, Values and Ethics
in Professional Practice, and Commitment to Life - Long learning. [Equivalent 5 weeks]
Competency Paragraph reference in Training Report
Description of Requirement
Element (insert paragraph number )

a broad education in engineering and allied fields, as may be

6.1 necessary, for optimum performance in the course of his/her
professional practice,

ability to recognise limits of personal knowledge and skills, while

6.2 exercising independent judgement;

a commitment to a high ethical standard, responsibility in professional

6.3 practice, and commitment and ability to engage in a process of life
long learning;

6.4 a knowledge of contemporary issues

Summary Statement of Competencies Claimed 6

 APPLICANT’S DECLARATION

I, …………………………….…………………………………………………………..…………………. (insert name in full)

hereby declare that the contents of my training report are accurate and true, and reflect exactly the scope and
quality of the training received and represent the depth of the knowledge that I have acquired during my
engineering training. This report represents projects undertaken by myself and is free from plagiarism.

I declare having read the Council’s Code of Ethics and I understand that the CRPE is committed to
competence, meritocracy and professional behaviour.

I agree that any attempt to influence the Council or panel members or knowledge that my report contains
misreported facts or plagiarism will lead to the automatic cancellation of my scheduled interview, and
postponement of the same for a later date, to the Council’s entire discretion, but not less than six months from
the date of the originally scheduled interview.

In the event I am found worthy to become a Registered Professional Engineer, I agree on my honour to abide
by the CRPE Code of Ethics and any regulations and bye-laws which it may publish.

……………………………………………………………………………….. (Name)

……………………………………………………………………………….. (Signature)

Date: …………………………………………………..

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 SUPERVISOR’S DECLARATION
(in case of more than one Supervisor, include a fresh page for each one of them)

I, …………………………….…………………………………………………………..…………………. (insert name in full),

registered with the Council of Registered Professional Engineer as

………………………………………………………………………………….. (insert registration title, eg. Civil Engineer) with

Registration Number ………………………………… hereby declare that I was on the CRPE roll during the

applicant’s training period and was entitled to practice engineering in that period.

I further declare having read the training report of …………………………………………..…………………….…...

………………………………………………………………………………………………………. (insert applicant’s name)

and that it is a true and accurate report of the depth of the engineering training received while under my

supervision.

I am satisfied with the ethics and professional conduct of the applicant in view of an eventual registration as a

Professional Engineer.

……………………………………………………………………………….. (Name)

……………………………………………………………………………….. (Signature)
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Date: …………………………………………………..
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