The National Academy of Forensic Engineers 2018 Winter Conference

 

National Academy of Forensic Engineers
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Paul Angelides serves as president of the engineering firm Paul J. Angelides, PE, PC, in Syosset, New York. To remain current with industry-wide changes, Mr. Angelides maintains senior membership with the National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE).

Part of the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE), NAFE seeks to advance the ethical and professional aspects of forensic engineering. To fulfill its mission, NAFE offers educational sessions, networking opportunities, and peer-reviewed technical publications.

The organization will hold its annual winter conference January 12 through 14, 2018, at the Hyatt Regency Phoenix in Arizona. The three-day conference features committee meetings and round-table discussions. In addition to earning continuing professional development credits during the technical presentations, attendees have a chance to network with other forensic engineers.

The last day of the conference features a question-and-answer session moderated by Robin Davies, PE, and the 2018 NAFE president, Martin Gordon, PE, will speak.

National Academy of Forensic Engineers Hosts Educational Events

National Academy of Forensic Engineers
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With a mechanical engineering degree from New York University, Paul Angelides owns and operates an engineering firm based in Syosset, New York. Over the course of his career, Paul Angelides has maintained membership in the National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE).

In its effort to advance the knowledge and skills of forensic engineers, NAFE publishes a scientific journal and oversees two educational seminars each year. Held in the summer and winter, NAFE’s educational seminars give attendees the opportunity to earn continuing education credits and stay up to date on the latest developments in the field.

Each seminar features an education program comprising technical presentations on a range of forensic engineering topics. The seminars also include a segment on professional ethics and provide opportunities for networking and discussion among peers.

The next NAFE seminar will be held January 12-14, 2018, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona. Although the location has yet to be determined, NAFE’s Summer Meeting is scheduled to take place July 27-29, 2018. For more information, visit www.nafe.org.

Federal Communication Commission and Amateur Radio Service

Amateur Radio Service
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A professional engineer and the president of an engineering consulting firm that is registered as a special inspection agency with the New York City Department of Building, Paul Angelides has garnered over five decades of experience in his field. Outside his professional sphere, Paul Angelides also serves as an amateur radio operator with an extra class license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

The FCC is an independent federal agency overseen by Congress. It is accountable for executing and administering US communications laws and regulations pertaining to radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable. The agency also issues licenses to amateur radio operators through its Amateur Radio Service.

The Amateur Radio Service offers satellites for use to any qualified individual interested in radio techniques ranging from self-training to intercommunication and technical investigations. However, these satellite services are limited for personal and non-commercial purposes. Currently, there are millions of amateur radio operators all over the world who use the service to transmit over 1,300 digital, analog, pulse and spread-spectrum emissions. The service also provides a broad platform for all users to communicate with each other and share their messages and creations.