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This Page contains the 16 most asked questions about the International Institute of Women in Engineering (IIWE)
What does the IIWE do ?
The IIWE encourages the full participation of women in the engineering profession.
Why?
Remember that the users of technology are both men AND women so we obviously need both sexes involved in the development and delivery of technology/products and services. Also, new skills and competencies are in demand in today's world; women often have a different vision as well as competencies and technical skills. Women definitely need to be encouraged to go into engineering! The world needs more engineers and women can fill the gap... but that's not the only reason.
How ?
We offer seminars for students, confirmed engineers, and industry. Participants learn about the challenges women face as engineers and prepare for the future.
About the next seminar ... when is it?
The IIWE 2006 seminar takes place from June 30 - July 21, 2006.
Where ?
EPF Ecole d'Ingénieurs Paris, France.
What's the IIWE's official language ?
English.
Can men participate ?
Sure! and those expecting to manage diverse workforces wouldn't miss it.
Who's invited to the next seminar?
We're looking for students who have completed at least 3 years of engineering education... but younger students can apply.
How many people will be there ?
We've set a limit on 75 student participants. But numerous student and faculty alumni will also be back, so there will be about 100 of us.
What's covered in this IIWE 2006 seminar?
Going International in Engineering, Ethics, Sustainable Development, Balancing Engineering, Family, and Career
How will you do this ?
- Initiation into what it means to be « international »
- Presentation of engineering in different countries and geographical areas.
- Industrial visits to international engineering firms.
- Panel discussions and one on one conversations with confirmed women engineers.
- Exchanges with other participants coming from all corners of the globe.
Is credit granted?
Yes: 6 ECTS credits and 3 US credits
Any side benefits to attending the IIWE 2006 ?
A personal international engineering network
A host of new friends
How much does it cost?
How much does it cost?
The total tuition fee of 600 euros payable to EPF/IIWE which covers:
· registration
· tuition
· all materials
· a July local public transport pass
· double occupation dormitory housing from June 30th - July 21st
· some lunches
Tuition does not cover travel to and from Paris, meals or personal expenses. If you are on a "student starvation budget", foresee an extra 275 euros to cover meals.
Who is behind this ?
EPF Ecole d'Ingénieurs, other engineering schools worldwide, international industries, practicing engineers around the globe, and former IIWE student + faculty participants.
But is this fun ?
You bet! check some photos!
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