Article Index
Article I - IEEEP By Laws
Article II - Name and Territory
Article III - Interpretation
Article IV - Purpose of the Section
Article V - Officers and Members of the Executive Committee
Article VI - Standing Committees
Article VII - Management of the Section
Article VIII - Nomination and Election of Officers
Article IX - Finances
Article X - Membership Data
Article XI - Section Records
Article XII - Formation of Chapters / Affinity Groups
Article XIII - Travelling Expenses of Officers
Article XIV - Annual Report of Activity
Article XV - Amendments
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ARTICLE IV - Purpose of the Section

Section 1 The Section shall have as its objectives the advancement of the theory and practice of IEEEP designated fields and the maintenance of high professional standards among its members. The above shall be realised, among other ways, by holding lectures, issue of newsletters, conferences, discussions, exchange of knowledge, continuing education programs etc., thus aiding Section members with their day-to-day operating problems and contributing to their long term professional development. The Section shall also endeavor to promote understanding of the influence of technology (in its of field of competence) on daily life and public welfare.

Section 2 The Section may cooperate with other national and international organisations having similar objectives as IEEEP, provided always that no financial liabilities are placed on IEEEP without advance approval from the IEEEP Executive Committee.

Section 3 The Section may participate in organising / sponsoring technical lectures, conferences or seminars with other national or international organisations or IEEEP entities provided always that :-

  1. IEEEP Policy and Procedures Manual (Referred to at Article III, Section 2(iii) above) and reporting requirements as per form L-35 shall be met.
  2. Prior budget approval as required by (i) above shall be arranged.
  3. Section Chair shall consult the Executive Committee for policy approval for each instance, which shall be conveyed to the participating entity in writing.
  4. In case permanent arrangement for holding joint sessions, technical or otherwise, is made, in addition to all above requirements, a memo of understanding shall be signed prior to the go-ahead for holding joint sessions.
  5. Report of the Conference shall be sent to IEEEP following Policy / Procedures as outlined by IEEEP.