SD Issue 16 Digital

PSMAS Zimbabwe

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COMMERCIAL PROFILE
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Buying or Selling?

Whether you are buying or selling goods, it will be well worth your while to find out what we can offer you.
Your vehicle, machinery, furniture, unwanted goods, you name it,
we will BUY or SELL it!

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BUSINESS HOURS : 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday
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WHAT YOU NEED AT YOUR PRICE

Text by Michael Nott | Photos by S&D
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INDUSTRIAL PROFILE

Whether you’re looking for a new
luxury vehicle, an antique walnut
dresser, or doors and window
frames for your new home, chances are you
can find it at ABC Auctions. Not only can
you find everything from the ordinary to the
unique you can buy it at the price that suits
you. ABC Auctions is conveniently located
along the Seke Road in Graniteside, Harare
and in addition, in May this year, they have
opened a brand new branch in Bulawayo at
77 Plumtree Road in Donnington.

Their regular weekly sales include household
and office goods on Mondays, a yard sale of
building equipment and supplies on Tuesdays,
and vehicle sales on Fridays. Lately they’ve
been conducting Saturday sales for a variety
of embassies disposing of furniture and other
items as they update their various offices and
residences. These are all high quality goods
many of which are not often available locally.

For the past few weeks they’ve been holding
sales on Thursdays to dispose of excess
construction equipment and materials on
behalf of the U.S. Embassy Building Contractors
as the construction of the new embassy
campus in Westgate nears completion. On
offer were cranes, Alimak and Genie hoists
and lifts and a host of other great machinery
and supplies essential for serious building
contractors. ABC Auctions has a unique one
of a kind mobile office so they can hold sales
on site for goods that cannot be moved easily.
ABC Auctions were selected by the Embassy to
host these prestigious sales because of their
outstanding and well established reputation for
integrity and reliability.

Apart from the Embassy sales, the usual
Tuesday Yard Sales offer a treasure trove
of equipment and tools for the construction
industry as well as for the mining,
manufacturing and agricultural industries –
equipment and machinery like compressors,
generators, concrete mixers and even
tractors and irrigation systems. They are
holding an entire wood laminating plant
which will be coming up for disposal soon, so
if you’re interested keep checking out their
upcoming sales. At the moment they have a
lot of scaffolding available but the beauty of
the auctions is that there’s something new
every week. You can find cut and dressed
granite, door and window frames – whether
new steel ones or old reclaimed wooden
ones – timber lots, and even steel beams
and rolls of wire. In fact, if you’re looking for
something specific that’s not immediately on
offer, have a word with them and you’ll find
they can often hook you up with the right
seller or they can let you know when what
you’re wanting comes up for sale.

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Their vehicle auctions include both luxury
and economy cars, minivans, motorbikes
and light pickup trucks. Generally they hold
a heavy/versatile vehicle and equipment
sale at least once a month. Items on
offer include trucks of various sizes –
for example 1 tonne, 3 tonne, 5 tonne
and 10 tonne trucks, horses, trailers,
rigids, tractors and farming and mining
implements. Some vehicles are accident
damaged or non-runners, some are almost
brand new and in excellent condition, so
there’s something to suit every taste and
every budget!

Sagittarian (Pvt) Ltd. t/a ABC Auctions first to provide a purpose built auction emphasises that an auction is, “the most
began way back in the early 1960s when house and the first auctioneering company honest way of price setting”. Each and
the original owner, Mr Louis Stynberg, set to be fully computerised. ABC Auctions has every sale is totally transparent ensuring
up an auction house in downtown Wynne served as the training ground for many the best prices for both buyers and sellers.
Street. In 1975 they moved to their current auctioneers who have since left to open Keep an eye out for outstanding future
premises in Hatfield House along the Seke their own auctioneering companies. Their auctions or visit the sales floors to mosey
Road, and they’ve been there ever since. current auctioneer, Mr Joseph Ndawana around and see what’s coming up. They
They have their offices there, as well as (affectionately known as Wero) is recognised even have an out of hand section were
their sales floor and extensive warehouse as the best in Zimbabwe, if not in the region. goods can be purchased without going
space and yard space to store goods coming to auction. But be warned, you might just
up for sale. ABC Auctions has brought the Kiaran Knight, Floors Sales Manager, become addicted!
people of Zimbabwe a number of firsts.
ABC Auctions was the first auction house
to bring the innovative idea of the drive
through vehicle auction to the people, the

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4 REASONS WHY YOU NEED TO SIGN YOUR BUSINESS
UP FOR DEFENSIVE DRIVER TRAINING IMMEDIATELY

The new state of the art Fawcett Security Defensive Driver Training School

1 We’re registered & licensed 3 You SAVE on insurance & vehicle repair costs
Fawcett Security hi-tech defensive driver training Because the program delivers a certified better-
school is registered with the Traffic Safety Board of performing driver, insurance premium reductions
Zimbabwe. This means your drivers are trained become a real consideration. This also means
thoroughly in a state-of-the-art facility, with the best reduced accident-damage repairs which saves your
possible practical driving course available business thousands of dollars in losses every year.

2 You get a safer, more alert & more responsive 4 You get peace-of-mind
driver Sending your drivers on this intense driving course
The training course is designed to detect and has a real and direct impact on reducing motor
highlight irregularities in driving patterns. The related accidents on the country’s roads as well as
detailed reports generated by the system provides loss of precious lives through motor accidents.
drivers with exact ways to improve and also
provides employers with a detailed assessment
of a driver’s road readiness

Fawcett Security Training Academy
5 Darwin Road Workington Harare
Quentin Mathazia 0775 553 261.or
Fawcett Security Harare 0772 161 782-91

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FAWCETT SECURITY

– MAKING OUR ROADS SAFER

Text by Michael Nott
Pictures supplied by Fawcett

Fawcett Security has a great week we hear of serious fatal accidents not riding the clutch, not breaking too hard,
reputation for keeping our homes involving buses, trucks, kombis and private or accelerating unnecessarily.
and businesses safe, and now they’re vehicles.
making our roads safer too. Although the simulator is based on a
Fawcett has a fleet of around 350 vehicles small passenger vehicle it can be set up
In June 2017 Fawcett introduced the first and they first introduced the simulator to to imitate driving a normal passenger
and only driving simulator in Zimbabwe. be used in-house. The initial idea was to vehicle, a bus or different classes of heavy
This brand new, one of a kind, initiative ensure their own drivers were driving safely, vehicles. It can also simulate different
could not have come at a better time as as well as to help reduce fleet maintenance driving conditions - night driving or driving
driving on our roads has become positively costs by training drivers to drive in rain or mist or heavy traffic, in fact it can
dangerous. It seems like almost every economically and sensibly by, for example, recreate just about any driving situation

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situation in just about any vehicle. The
machine resembles the front section of a
small sedan with a driver’s seat, steering
wheel, accelerator, clutch and brake
pedals, light switches, indicators, wiper
switches and all the correct details.

The driver or trainee sits in front of three
computer screens which are like the car’s
windscreen. The three screens create a
fully immersive, realistic experience. In
addition, at the Fawcetts driving Centre
there are three other large wall mounted
screens so onlookers can share the
experience. The instructor can observe
another screen at the back of the machine.

The machine also produces a computer
generated assessment of the driver’s
performance indicating which skills need
further training.

The simulator has three main functions: to evaluate the trainee’s trainees who have a fear of driving.
as a tool to train learner drivers; as a pre- performance in • Driving simulation integrates with
employment assessment for employers to a methodical manner. classroom sessions.
make sure the driver has the necessary • The trainee can be put
skills; and it can be used to train licensed in and made accustomed Fawcett Security has the sole rights for the
drivers to drive defensively. Defensive to situations that do not driving simulator in Zimbabwe.
driving is becoming more and more occur frequently on the
important on the roads these days as road. A simulator training Booking is essential and sessions can usually
the standard of driving has dropped so environment is without be accommodated within a few days.
dramatically and there are so many more risk and thus authorises
vehicles on our roads. experimentation in For more information call Fawcett Security on:
dangerous situations. Tel: 621131-9, 086 7004888/9
The simulator was displayed at the recent • A simulator ensures Cell: (Quentin Mathazia) 0715 722 525
Harare Agricultural Show in a shared standardised driver Or visit their website: www.fawcetts.co.zw
stand with the Automobile Association of training, thereby
Zimbabwe. The simulator is easily moved guaranteeing a level
to different off site locations so it can be of quality for all students,
used to train senior students in schools,
companies with large fleets, or wherever resulting in safer driver
it’s needed, provided there is an adequate behaviour.
Internet connection. Classes of up to eight • Simulation can
trainees can be easily accommodated at the immediately output the results of the
Fawcett Training School. Quentin Mathazia training.
attended a training course in South Africa This means that a trainee can quickly
and is a skilled and experienced Simulator know his mistakes and take
Instructor who can guide trainees through corrective action.
the whole process. • Fewer hours on the road reduces
fuel consumption, which is good for the
The advantages of the simulator are: environment. One hour in the simulator
gives a CO2 emission of 13 times less
• The anxiety of the pupil is decreased. than one hour in a car.
Training happens in a safe environment • The simulator ensures high quality
without stress, which enhances learning. training in less time and at lower cost.
• Situations which one cannot see while • The driving simulator is very suitable for
driving (skidding of the clutch for
example) can now be visualised.
• Because the driving environment is
entirely controlled, the focus on
progressive teaching objectives is more
concentrated.
• A simulator makes it possible to follow
a progression established in advance and

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Contact- +263 772 216643

Certified

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Accuracy – Quality – Variety - Expertise

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MATERIAL FOCUS

Five tips

to Prepare your Buildings for the Rainy Season

THE RAINY SEASON IS ALMOST UPON US AND, UNFORTUNATELY, RAIN MIGHT RESULT IN WATER DAMAGE TO YOUR BUILDINGS AND PROPERTY.
WE AT UNION HARDWARE HAVE COMPILED A LIST OF FIVE TIPS TO KEEP YOUR BUILDINGS SAFE AND, IN THE PROCESS, PROTECT YOUR HOME, FAMILY,
EMPLOYEES, AND POSSESSIONS.

1Inspect your Roof

Walk around your home’s exterior, inspecting your roof to make
sure your roof is in good condition. Do this at least twice a year
to avoid costly problems that could escalate into a much greater
expense.

As you walk around your house be sure to:

● Inspect the roof from the ground. Look for signs of damage, 3Inspect the inside of your buildings
sagging, and aging.
● Check for skew, loose or missing tiles and for any cracks in the Check all windows and doors. Make sure that they both close and
chimney. Missing roof tiles means your roof is directly exposed to seal properly, and make any repairs or improvements as necessary.
adverse weather conditions. Inside your home, check your ceilings to make sure that you are
● Look for cracks along the ridge of your roof and along parapet not experiencing signs of roof, or other, leakage. Be on the lookout
walls. Damaged mortar joints on ridge capping tiles will result in for water rings, mould, or dark spots and trails. Wall or ceiling
roof leaks. discoloration could also be an indication that there is a problem.
● Inspect the valleys of your roof. This is the area of your roof with a Black mould spots on your curtains or fabric could also indicate damp
downward slope). Make sure that any flashing does not have any or a high moisture content in the wall.
holes or rusty spots.
● Take notes of any possible problem areas or areas in need 4Surrounding Trees and Foliage
of closer inspection.
It would be prudent to consider cutting back any trees and foliage that
2Inspect your Gutters hang over the house and gutters as their branches and leaves will
most likely cause blockages and guttering problems. Additionally, it
Gutters are an essential part of your roofing system. The purpose will reduce the risk that they will fall during a storm and damage your
of the gutter is to collect and funnel away any water that lands home.
on the roof, taking water away from the building’s foundations
and protecting your exterior surfaces while stopping water from 5Collect and recycle water
entering the home. If water penetrates your home, woodwork
can perish, mould will begin to grow, condensation will form and Consider installing a rainwater collection tank to help you harness the
brickwork will erode and damp patches, which can cause health potential of your home to provide its own water, and cut unnecessary
issues, will spread quickly. waste. We really only need the expensive municipal water for drinking
and cooking. Most of the household water we consume is to flush
This is how you can protect your home and health: toilets, wash cars and water plants and gardens. Rainwater is perfect
for filling your pool, watering the garden, or washing cars and dogs.
● Ensure the guttering outside your home isn’t broken or leaking. Collection tanks come in different sizes and can be connected to your
● Clear out any leaves or other debris. This will reduce the risk of guttering system without much effort. Some tanks have built-in pumps
blockages during heavy rain, which could cause your guttering to so you could connect it directly to your garden sprinkler systems.
overflow and create problems for your home. (You can use a trowel
to scoop out debris which is clogging your gutters, or purchase a
cleaning tool specifically designed for your gutters that is attached
to your hosepipe).
● Additionally, check that there are not a lot of little granules
collecting in gutters and down-pipes. Finding granules is a good
indicator that your roof’s coating needs to be resealed and
painted. To reduce the risk of blockages there are preventative
measures you can follow: tight-fitting wire mesh or plastic caps are
available to fit most types of down-pipe. They allow water through
but trap leaves and dirt.

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MATERIAL FOCUS

G&T SCALES

G&T Scales Services’ vision is to be the partner of depending on the size of the materials being measured.
choice in providing professional weighing solutions These serve different purposes depending on size of what is
in Southern Africa. We have all the tools required to being measured.
serve the whole industry and we are capable of supplying a
wide variety of scales (weighbridge, platform, precision and The construction industry has equivalent needs to that of
crane scales) to all sectors of industry, including mining and the mining sector. Heavy vehicles bearing loads of cement or
construction. bricks can be measured on weighbridge scales to determine

The mining industry has a variety of needs in terms of weighing load quantities. Crane scales are used to give the digital
solutions which vary depending on the nature of the material being measure of the mass of the material being used to
measured. Large boulders of mineral rocks can be weighed on accomplish a specific task or role in the construction
surface heavy-duty scales which are available in different sizes process.
and dimensions. The idea is to have the most reliable measure
of the inertia of each object of interest. Mining requires the most G&T Scale Services is here to ensure all measurable
accurate scales for measuring granules of minerals quantities are evaluated with a high degree factor for the
such as diamonds, gold etc. To accomplish this, durability of structures, increasing business viability. We
we use precision scales which offer a high supply and service all the heavy-duty scales required. The
degree of accuracy and these operate in an service department is well equipped with enough tools and
environmentally controlled space as slight
windy, noisy or vibrational conditions assuring our customers of less downtime in the event of
affect the readings of the scale. weighing system failures. We are always open to inquiries and

We at G & T Scales have a number suggestions. Feel free to visit
of good brands of precision our premises where you will
weighing scales. We offer highly receive a hospitable
reliable calibration services to welcome, it is you,
ensure consistent and accurate our customers,
readings. Several factors affect the who drive us
accuracy of every weighing machine and forward.
machines require servicing and calibration
within stipulated periods of time. Technical
adjustments on the surfaces and surroundings of the scale are
put into consideration to ascertain a reliable and best measure of
the quantity being measured.

Weighbridge scales are the largest group of the scales in our
product range. G&T Scales Services offers this solution from
civil works to the installation of the weighbridge itself. Training
for all users of the system is conducted to ensure effective
use of all functions of the weighbridge. There are a number of
categories in this group of scales where we have movable and
non-movable weighbridges. These serve different purposes,

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CITY GLASS HOSTS GLAZING SYMPOSIUM

AS PART OF THE CONTINUING CIFOZ 3030 LECTURE SERIES

C ITY GLASS recently held a glazing symposium construction industry professionals are on the same page.
in partnership with the Construction Industry
Federation of Zimbabwe (CIFOZ) at the CIFOZ In the past, there have been issues where constructors use the
headquarters in Eastlea. The main aim of the wrong building materials and, therefore, the 3030 Lectures are
symposium was to explain the importance of a perfect solution as they give suppliers a chance to educate the
using the correct glazing products in completing project public about their products and construction professionals the
builds. City Glass is the leading supplier of glass and glazing chance to utilise materials from an informed position. Issues have
solutions, not only in Zimbabwe but in the Southern African also arisen regarding to pricing and the 3030 Lectures are also
region as well. meant to clear up any confusion resulting from the disparity in
pricing options between materials supplied by private companies
This particular symposium was part of the 3030 Lecture series and the government.
being hosted by CIFOZ to educate the public about the use of
different building materials. In his opening remarks, Institute of Brandon Samuels, an expert glazer brought in from PFG South
Architects in Zimbabwe (IAZ) President Emiel Murwira spoke about Africa, gave a detailed presentation on glass products and glazing.
the technological advances that are taking place at a rapid pace
and how they affect the construction industry. He emphasised that He stressed the importance of asking qualified architects to
there is a greater need for sharing information to ensure that all recommend the correct glass laminates as each of their products

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has different properties. He explained the requirements ensuring that CityFloat is For users who value their privacy, CityLam
danger of buying cheaper glass products completely safe and reliable. Translucent is the ultimate solution as it
to cut costs as products that are different allows light to enter buildings but detailed
from the ones specifies in an architect’s Other patented City Glass products have been shapes cannot be seen from outside. In
concept might compromise the standard and produced by leveraging polymer technology addition to the signature strength of the
functionality of a building in the long run. to manipulate attributes such as security, entire CityLam range, CityLam Translucent
light reflection, UV resistance, sound control, laminates filter out noise and stop ultraviolet
Over the years, City Glass has established decorative properties, building aesthetics and light from damaging artworks and fabrics.
a good reputation by providing world- energy efficiency to suit specific construction
class products and providing exceptional requirements. Glass is inter-layered with the CityLam CoolVue products have been
customer services, underscored by polymer polyvinyl butyral (PVB) to produce manufactured to block heat from the sun
competitive prices. Most recently, glass products of varying strength and light whilst transmitting light which makes them
they have used polymer technology resistance. the perfect laminates to use in industrial
to produce modern glazing solutions, and roofing glazing as well as shop
which are detailed in The Glass Guide, a Exciting products offered include CityLam display windows and curtain walls used in
comprehensive brochure that City Glass which is mainly marketed for buildings in commercial buildings.
has introduced for the first time ever. the city that require greater security than
other buildings. CityLam has considerable CityLam Low E Glass increases the insulation
In addition to their vast range of products, tensile strength and is resistant to value of a window by keeping the heat out in
City Glass offers the most extensive range of burglary. Polymer inter-layer coheres to the summer and in during the winter months. By
stock sheet sizes and thicknesses available two glass layers preventing shards from reducing ultraviolet radiation, the Low E Glass
in the nation. Their edge working services falling and causing injury in the event of range assists in the preservation of textiles
encompass polishing, edging, beveling and an accident. used in curtains, carpets, and furniture. The
drilling. Finished sheets either have arrissed, CityLam Solarshield range, on the other hand,
polished (standard profile) or flat ground The basic CityLam products are clear with reduces glare in buildings and is used in
finishings. three strength options: normal strength, curtain walls and lift interiors. The SolarVue
high performance, and high impact. range blocks heat from the sun whilst letting
The guide informs prospective buyers and CityLam also has a tinted range with light in and is perfect for glazed partitions
industry professionals about City Glass’s float shades such as Aquamarine, Coolblue, and screens.
and architectural glass applications. Glass Coolgrey, Regal Blue, Coolbronze and Although glass is commonly viewed as a
solutions covered in the guide include; clear Shadowlite. fragile material, glass structures such as
glass, patterned glass, tinted glass, mirrors, balustrades, sliding doors, shower doors,
laminated safety glass, toughened glass, and CityLam’s ColourVue range either combines and balcony enclosures don’t break easily.
safety bullet resistant glass. two layers of clear float glass between one Panels used for such applications are made
or more polymer inter-layers or by using two by subjecting sheets of CityFloat glass to a
Float glass, or as the proprietary name sheets glass (clear and tinted) with a PVB rapid sequence of heating and brisk cooling,
would have it, CityFloat, is a basic clear glass layer. This offers a wider range of tints and, resulting in CityTough glass which is five times
that is made by pouring molten glass onto a therefore, a wider selection of applications. stronger than CityLam and can be used in
flat tin bed. This glass can be used in most For instance, lighter tints are ideal for refrigerators and ovens.
regular applications and is manufactured eliminating solar energy while deeper tints
according to ISO9001 standards which are best for glare control and eliminate a CityBRG is a specialised bullet resistant
dictate Quality Management System greater amount of heat. glass made with polycarbonate technology.

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This laminate is 250 times stronger than glass sheets of the same Manufacturers of: Fireplaces, Garage Doors, Sliding Gates, Braai Stands,
thickness. City Glass also manufactures mirrors (CityMirror) which are Waste Incinerators, Expanda Screens, Palisade Fencing, Fireplace Decorations
produced using a palladium substrate, unlike traditional mirrors that
are made using copper and lead. These mirrors last longer and are & Metal / Steel Fabrication
more environmentally friendly than their copper/lead predecessors.

City Glass also supplies glazing accessories such as CityPutty and
their Glass Guide provides comprehensive glazing and maintenance
advice including detailed diagrams illustrating the proper installation
of balustrades to ensure that buildings are glazed properly and that
installed CityGlass products last for a long time.

All in all, the City Glass Symposium was an invaluable opportunity
for professionals in the construction industry to learn a thing or two
about recent technological advances in the glazing industry. The
first lecture in the 3030 series was given by Beta Bricks and a third
symposium is to be held towards the end of October.

Visit City Glass at 16792 Bessemer Road, Graniteside, Harare

Workshop: 174 Gleneagles Road, CSC Complex, Willowvale, Harare
Tel: 04-2926200 / 756128 HOTLINES: 0772 446 633, 0732 446 633, 0719 446 633

Whatsapp no. 0776 735 669
Email: [email protected], [email protected]

Website: www.moushtecfireplaces.com

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ZBCA ANNUAL
CONFERENCE 2018

ZBCA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2018

VENUE : ELEPHANT HILLS HOTEL (VICTORIA FALLS)

DATES : Wednesday 10th October to Friday 12th October 2018

BOOKING FORM

Names of Delegates: 1 ......................................................... MEMBERS NON-MEMBERS
(Tick Appropriate box) (Tick Appropriate box)
CONFERENCE PARTICIPATION FEES $300.00 $500.00
$520.00 $720.00
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$570.00 $770.00
1. Participation Fees

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2. Participation Fees + Accommodation BB

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Address Early Birds paid by 15th September 2018

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Banking Details: Zimbabwe Building Contractors Association, ZB Bank, Account Number: 4144 121 884 202, Rotten Row Branch.

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CONSTRUCTION COUNCILS

Report Guidelines: ZIE Training
and Experience Report & Technical
Project Report

seasons greetingsBy Dr Wilson Banda and Eng. Peter Smith (Pr. chronologically, starting with your current
and their solutions. This description should

Eng; MZweIE) [email protected] position. be in addition to the report on Training

and Experience of 1500 to 2000 words

1.0 PREAMBLE 1.1. GENERIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ZIE mentioned above.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE REPORT

For purposes of membership admission d. If a project is required refer to the requisite

into either the Technician/Technologist or Applicants should refer to the booklet guidelines.

Member Grade of the Zimbabwe Institution ‘General Requirements for the Training of State clearly the extent of your involvement,

of Engineers (ZIE), applicants are advised Engineering Graduates’. A comprehensive your responsibilities (technical and

to submit Training and Experience Report, training report of 2000 words is required. The managerial), who was your supervising

plus a Technical Project Report, where report must include the following: engineer/tutor, mistakes made and what you

applicable. Exemption is only extended to learned from them, problems encountered

applicants who are certified members of a. Work experience from the first working and their solution.

engineering institutions that are recognised day (post college/university) to time of

by ZIE. In essence the membership application. e. Your work experience should be listed,

thereof should have been conferred upon together with the projects/work undertaken,

submission of a technical project, and b. Description of projects/works that you have in chronological order with the most recent

member subjected to an interview. This been involved with during your working life. experience first.

implies that all online membership is not

recognised by ZIE. If one is a member of a c. If a project is not required, expand on at f. In this report you should also include any

recognized engineering institution, attach least one recent project in technical detail. details of courses attended and how these

certified copy of the membership certificate Describe the background for the project, helped you in your working experience.

as evidence thereof. In cases where the two assumptions made, design principles

reports are not required, as outlined above, (if applicable), technical details (include g. If you have registered with ZIE as a

provide a detailed CV, where you report your sketches or photographs, as necessary, for Graduate under training, your training diary

work experience in retrospect, which is, better understanding), problems encountered summaries signed by your supervising

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engineer/tutor) should be submitted with CONSTRUCTION COUNCILS 1.2.4.6 Description of the other parties that
your application and you should bring your were involved such as clients, contractors,
diary along with you to the interview. but must be indicative and illustrative of colleagues etc.
the current or recent engineering work
h. If you are in the teaching profession, undertaken by the applicant. For this 1.2.4.7 General technical contents including
information about the level of responsibility reason it is not acceptable to reproduce calculations, graphs, drawings, photos etc.
in the department, the level of the course a report or thesis that was written whilst This will be the main body of the report and
and perhaps a summary syllabus would be attending full time education or training. demonstrates the applicant’s
helpful. engineering prowess
The project described in the report can be
i. Where applicable, published papers, either entirely the work of the applicant, in 1.2.4.8 Problems encountered and the
reports and patents should be listed. the case of a smaller project, or be a larger solutions to them. Very few engineering
project in which the applicant played a commissions go exactly to plan and it is
1.2 ZIE TECHNICAL PROJECT REPORT significant role. important that the applicant
WRITING GUIDELINES demonstrates their ability to overcome
1.2.3 ROLE AND POSITION OF THE adversity
1.2.1 PREAMBLE APPLICANT IN THE PROJECT
1.2.4.9 Lessons that have been learnt. The
Most applicants for the positions of Member/ It is important that the project as a whole applicant should sit back and review what
Technologist or Technician will be expected to is described from the point of view and happened during the course of the project
attend an interview and submit a Technical written in the first person singular. In the and how it could have been done
Project Report. This section offers guidelines case where the project is relatively large and differently and the related justification.
to the applicant on the form and content of where the applicant was part of a team the
the Project Report. All applicants must bear report must make clear where the applicant 1.2.5 CONCLUSION
in mind that the Project Report is probably stood in terms of the team hierarchy.
the most important component of their It may help for the applicant to put himself/
application in that it proves the applicant’s Examples of this would be descriptions herself in the position of the interviewer. One
general engineering suitability for acceptance of who the applicant reported to, such as will be interviewed by engineers/technologists/
by the institution. the senior engineer, and who reported in technicians that have wealthy of engineering
turn to the applicant, such as technicians, experience and genuine professional interest in
During the interview the applicant draughtsmen, site staff and the like. most of the projects submitted by applicants.
will be questioned on the report and Although the report is to be technical the
be expected to describe in detail any applicant should demonstrate managerial, The interviewers will want to know more
matters arising from the report. There administrative and financial responsibilities about what you learned, how you overcame
will inevitably be differences in reports where appropriate. In the case of published the inevitable problems that arose and
submitted by academic applicants, such papers submitted by academic applicants, how you exhibited engineering expertise in
as those working in tertiary educational especially co-authored, the applicant should problem solving. The interview will not be an
establishments, and those submitted describe which elements of the report was interrogation in the aggressive sense of the
by non-academic applicants. Where primarily their responsibility. This can take word but will want to dig deeper in order to
appropriate, the different requirements are the form of a simple description outside of assess your engineering capabilities/prowess.
outlined in the specific sections below. It the main body of the paper.
cannot be over-underscored that the report
must be the work of the applicant and be 1.2.4 CONTENTS
technical in nature. Documents that have
been downloaded from the internet or are Obviously the actual contents of the report
general company documents relating to will vary. However, there are a number of
a specific commission or task will not be common features that should be included.
accepted. In general the Project Reports A useful guideline for both contents and
should be approximately 2000 words in format would be the final year thesis
length and can be supported by drawings, paper that under-graduates produce. As
sketches and supporting documentation a guideline the applicant should consider
and photographs. The applicant should the bullet points below although it must
feel free to ask for assistance from either be remembered that this list is not
existing members of ZIE with regards to the exhaustive.
drafting of the report.
1.2.4.1. Cover page with full names of the
applicant and the title of the project

The report must be written in English 1.2.4.2 Contents page
language, that is, British or American. The
adopted language should be consistently 1.2.4.3 Abbreviations
used for each submission.
1.2.4.4 Executive summary
1.2.2 TYPE OF PROJECT
1.2.4.5 Introduction with a general
The project can be of the applicant’s choice description of the project

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