Join the Electrical Engineering Group as they host Shane Townsend presenting the fundamentals of transfer switching equipment. Transfer switching equipment finds itself to be a necessity in critical power applications where reliable, safe and rapidly available sources of electrical supply are paramount to maintaining the operation of equipment on site. You’ll find such equipment in healthcare, airports, data centres, transport and infrastructure, to name a few. But how does it work and how is it implemented? Please join us as we go through the fundamentals of transfer switching equipment to understand: Modes of transfer switching Transfer switching architecture Practical approaches to implementing transfer switching equipment Relevant standards and clauses Presenter Bio: Shane began working with NHP over 11 years ago as Application Engineer. Before this, he worked as a Licensed Electrician and Project Engineer for a reputable generator supplier in NSW. Throughout his career, he has developed a broad knowledge covering power quality, low voltage networks, power system protection, switchboards and motor control among other interests. Shane currently holds the role of Application Engineering Supervisor for NHP. He has a keen interest in the safety and quality of low voltage power distribution systems by employing SMART Strategies to ensure reliability and performance for critical infrastructure. If you are interested in attending, please sign up via ENZ, here.

The IEEE South Australia Section will host the Australian and New Zealand Student and Young Professional Conference (ANZSCON) at the University of Adelaide, Australia. This unique event brings together the leadership from two Regional Councils and 10 IEEE sections across Australia and New Zealand. ANZSCON is an event where engineering students and young professionals can meet and network with local industry and academic leaders. The event runs for two days over a weekend and covers a wide range of activities from technical talks, workshops and networking opportunities. Delegates will explore trends in science and technology, discuss present and future engineering challenges, develop new skills and share technical, social and professional experiences.  There will be both in-person and virtual attendance possible.The ANZSCON program includes several key components: An IEEE overview – R10 President, R10 President Elect and other key Australian members will discuss the benefits of IEEE and chapter membership. Technical talks that focus on areas within electronics and computer engineering, cutting-edge innovations and developments in the fields such as Artificial Intelligence, sustainable energy, computer architecture and space. A special Women in Engineering (WIE) session looking at challenges faced by women in the engineering world. Presentations from well-established engineers sharing their career experiences to help guide the younger generations to develop their own career. Workshops covering areas such as python programming, AI/machine learning, leadership, robotics and other topics of interest. A networking dinner on the first night. Confirmed speakers include: Deepak Mathur, R10 Director Lance Feng, R10 Director-Elect Professor Nelson Tansu, Fellow of IEEE and the Head of School of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the University of Adelaide. Professor Sharath Sriram from RMIT University, who jointly leads a team in 'Functional Materials and Microsystems' that translates discoveries at extremely small size scales into technology for electronics, communication, and biomedicine.  Dr Dale Lambert from the Defence Science and Technology Group who is the Chief of the Information Sciences Division. Please refer to the event website for further information.   We look forward to seeing you there!Regards   Xin Yuan (Vernon) and Luke Rosenberg ANZSCON General Chairs Please see our Events Page for information regarding future events affiliated with the IEEE New Zealand Central Section.