The IET was formed in 2006 from two separate institutions: the Institution of Electrical Engineers, dating back to 1871, and the Institution of Incorporated Engineers dating back to 1884.
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10 Facts About The IET
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The IET is governed by the President and Board of Trustees.
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The IET represents the engineering profession in matters of public concern and assists governments to make the public aware of engineering and technological issues.
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The IET grants Chartered Engineer, Incorporated Engineer, Engineering Technician, and ICT Technician professional designations on behalf of the Engineering Council UK.
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The IET has several categories of membership, some with designatory postnominals:.
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The IET has a journals publishing programme, totalling 24 titles such as The IET Software as of March 2012 .
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The IET offer Diamond Jubilee undergraduate scholarships for first year students studying an The IET accredited degree.
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The Australian Local Network of the IET has representation in all the states and territories of Australia.
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