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Associations
MICHAEL YOUNG
Michael Young is a trainer , coach and a pre-sales engineer in the HVAC industry . He graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand in the field of Mechanical Engineering ( B . Sc Mech Eng ) in 2008 and qualified as a Professional Engineer ( Pr . Eng ) in 2013 . Michael is passionate about promoting knowledge and helping other young engineers grow within the industry through his training workshops and coaching sessions .
WHY ONE SHOULD CONSIDER ECSA REGISTRATION
The following Johannesburg Centre SAIRAC presentation was delivered by Michael Young on 15 February 2024 , and from that , compiled by Eamonn Ryan .
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The design of certain HVAC systems needs to be checked and verified by an Engineering Council of South Africa ( ECSA ) accredited professional before a system can be installed and commissioned . So , what is involved to become ECSA registered and what benefit does it hold for those who wish to excel within this industry ?
The presentation covered : 1 . What are the benefits of ECSA registration and is it really for you ? 2 . What are the requirements to become ECSA registered and why are they important after you qualify as a professional ?
3 . Why are the 11 ECSA outcomes so important and how does accomplishing these outcomes help you become a better engineer / technologist / technician within the HVAC industry ?
As you embark on your journey towards registration , remember to focus on understanding and demonstrating competency across all 11 outcomes .
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4 . What actions can you immediately start doing so that you can take the first step to becoming ECSA registered ?
ECSA registration should be the next logical step in your journey towards success . In my career , I developed a new skill set during the ECSA registration process , granting me the opportunity to apply and be considered as a candidate within this company . Things began to transition from working solely domestically to now traveling internationally , receiving training in countries like Italy . I noticed that all the skill sets that I honed as I was becoming a Pr . Eng started to open up new opportunities .
One thing that ECSA requires from you is competence . Many of us believe competence is solely about showing proficiency in design work or specific tasks related to our field . However , ECSA ' s expectations go beyond that to a wide range of skills and knowledge across all 11 outcomes outlined in the ECSA documentation . So , it ' s not just about ticking off one or two boxes ; it ' s about demonstrating proficiency in each area , showing that you are capable of managing and executing tasks across the board .
Comprehensive documented evidence is a crucial part of the process . ECSA also looks for professional endorsement , training records and a comprehensive report . These documents serve as evidence of your experience , competence and commitment to your profession .
Lastly , ECSA seeks evidence of ongoing professional development – this means demonstrating that you ' re committed to staying current in your field , continually improving your skills and keeping up with industry advancements . This could include
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