13 IPEA Engineering Competencies (EC1–EC13) adopted by BPERB
BPERB has adopted the thirteen Engineering Competencies (ECs) defined by the International Professional Engineers Agreement (IPEA) in alignment with GAPC Version 4. These competencies form the basis for the assessment of all PEng and IntPE applicants.
Every applicant's Competence and Commitment Report (3,000–5,000 words) must holistically demonstrate how their professional activities map to these competencies. Assessors evaluate candidates against all 13 ECs during both the written examination and oral interview.
Engineering Competencies (EC1–EC13)
Core Professional Competence Standards (CPCS)
Comprehend and apply advanced knowledge of the widely-applied principles underpinning good practice.
Comprehend and apply advanced knowledge of the widely-applied principles underpinning good practice specific to the jurisdiction of practice.
Define, investigate and analyze complex problems using data and information technologies where applicable.
Design or develop solutions to complex problems considering a variety of perspectives and taking account of stakeholder views.
Evaluate the outcomes and impacts of complex activities.
Recognize the foreseeable economic, social, and environmental effects of complex activities and seek to achieve sustainable outcomes.
Meet all legal, regulatory, and cultural requirements and protect public health and safety in the course of all activities.
Conduct activities ethically.
Manage part or all of one or more complex activities.
Communicate and collaborate using multiple media clearly and inclusively with a broad range of stakeholders in the course of all activities.
Undertake CPD activities to maintain and extend competences and enhance the ability to adapt to emerging technologies and the ever-changing nature of work.
Recognize complexity and assess alternatives in light of competing requirements and incomplete knowledge. Exercise sound judgement in the course of all complex activities.
Be responsible for making decisions on part or all of complex activities.
General and specialist knowledge and understanding to optimise the application of existing and emerging technology for solving problems.
Application of theoretical and practical knowledge to the analysis and solution of engineering problems.
Technical, commercial, and managerial leadership skills with a sound understanding of economic and procurement policies.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with professional commitment.
Professional conduct, commitment to society, health and safety, environment, and regulation.
| Core Competence Standard | Requirements | EC Mapping |
|---|---|---|
| CPCS A: Knowledge & Understanding | Comprehend and apply advanced knowledge of widely-applied principles underpinning good practice. | EC1 |
| Apply knowledge specific to the jurisdiction of practice. | EC2 | |
| CPCS B: Design, Development & Problem Solving | Define, investigate, and analyse complex problems. | EC3 |
| Design or develop solutions considering stakeholder views. | EC4 | |
| Evaluate the outcomes and impacts of complex activities. | EC5 | |
| Recognise environmental effects and seek sustainable outcomes. | EC6 | |
| CPCS C: Responsibility, Management & Leadership | Meet all legal and regulatory requirements; protect public health and safety. | EC7 |
| Manage part or all of complex activities. | EC9 | |
| Recognise complexity and exercise sound judgment. | EC12 | |
| Be responsible for decisions on complex activities. | EC13 | |
| CPCS D: Communication & Interpersonal Skills | Communicate and collaborate clearly and inclusively with a broad range of stakeholders. | EC10 |
| CPCS E: Personal & Professional Commitment | Conduct activities ethically. | EC8 |
| Undertake CPD to maintain and extend competences. | EC11 |
Download the Competence and Commitment Report template and the CPD Log template from our Downloads page, then apply through the BPERB portal.