INDUSTRIAL SITE VISIT TO TRANSALTA'S HORSESHOE AND KANANASKIS HYDROELECTRIC FACILITIES.Dress Code: Long sleeve shirt or coat and closed-toed shoes suitable for walking.Safety gear: Hard hats, safety glasses and ear plugs will be provided for the tour.Availability: Number of planned participants is limited to a maximum of 25, on a first come first serve basis.Note: Inside the facility, touring participants must be able to walk up/downstairs.Agenda: []NOTE:1) IT IS MANDATORY TO ATTEND THE SAFETY ORIENTATION BEFORE GETTING STARTED TO THE FACILITY!!!2) THE REGISTRATION FEE COVERS THE FOOD AND TRAVEL EXPENSES.Room: TBD, Bldg: TBD, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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This semi-annual LMAG lunch will have as a theme a discussion of power-system reliability.Twice north-eastern North America has undergone nearly identical major power failures, with more than 30 million people simultaneously in the dark for hours.This session will include a video and discussion of the first such failure in 1964. An almost identical event occurred in 2003. What are the chances of another?Speaker(s): Dwight Aplevich, Dwight AplevichAgenda: 11:30 Arrival at the restaurant.12:00 Lunch12:45 Discussion2:00 AdjournmentRoom: Molson Room, Southcote 53 Tap and Grill, 534 Garner Road E, Ancaster, ON, Ontario, Canada, L9G 3K9

Am I eligible to become an IEEE Senior Member? What are the benefits of becoming an IEEE Senior Member? How do I apply to become and IEEE Senior Member?This event shares with the participants the benefits of being an IEEE Senior Member, the requirements and the process to apply for it. This event also invites a recently elevated Senior Member to share his experience in the application process and what he perceives as the benefits of the IEEE Senior Membership to his career.Student Members are invited to attend too as their period of Undergraduate Studies or Graduate Studies will count towards the 10 years of Professional Experience requirement.Speaker(s): Dr. Kin-Choong Yow, Mr. Babith VargheseAgenda: - Welcome- Benefits and Process to Become an IEEE Senior Member- Sharing of Experience- Questions and AnswersVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/436379

Join us for an exciting, beginner-friendly workshop, Hands-on R! Whether you're new to R or looking to refresh your skills, this interactive session will introduce you to the basics of R programming and data analysis. You’ll learn how to manipulate data, create visualizations, and gain practical experience with RStudio. This event is perfect for students, researchers, and professionals eager to explore R's power for data analysis. No prior experience is required!Location: UofM, Fort Garry Campus, EITC building. RSVP mandatory by Oct 13. Exact location will be sent the day before the event.Note: To make the most of the workshop, we recommend bringing your own laptop with R and RStudio pre-installed. This will allow you to follow along with the exercises more smoothly.For guidance on the installation process, please find the detailed instructions in the document provided in the following link.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NtBCaB_sAzXWjEwWr6wJICGm9ONdHcgv/view?usp=drivesdkIf you’re unable to bring a laptop, a limited number of computers will be available at the venue.We look forward to seeing you there!University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

English versionJoin us in celebrating IEEE Day 2024, an event that brings together students from all levels to commemorate the achievements and advancements of IEEE. This is a unique opportunity to network, learn, and celebrate the spirit of IEEE.Highlights of the Event:-Showcase of Student Branch Activities: Experience a diverse range of activities as student branches from various regions present their achievements and projects from the past year.-Talks on IEEE Membership: Discover the myriad advantages of being an IEEE member. Whether you're a student, a professional, or someone with a keen interest in the field, there's something for everyone.-Contests and Competitions: Showcase your skills and knowledge in our exciting contests. Stand a chance to win exclusive gifts and prizes.-Refreshments: Enjoy a selection of snacks, soft drinks, coffee, and more as you mingle and network with fellow attendees.---------------------------------------------------------------All students, regardless of their academic level, are cordially invited. This is a golden opportunity to get a glimpse of the vast world of IEEE, its contributions, and how you can be a part of this global community.Mark your calendars and stay tuned for the venue announcement. We look forward to celebrating with you!Version françaiseRejoignez-nous pour célébrer l'IEEE Day 2024, un événement qui rassemble des étudiants de tous niveaux pour commémorer les réalisations et les progrès de l'IEEE. Il s'agit d'une occasion unique de réseauter, d'apprendre et de célébrer l'esprit de l'IEEE.Points forts de l'événement :1. Vitrine des activités des branches étudiantes : Découvrez une gamme diversifiée d'activités alors que les branches étudiantes de diverses régions présentent leurs réalisations et leurs projets de l'année écoulée.2. Discussions sur l'adhésion à l'IEEE : Découvrez les innombrables avantages d'être membre de l'IEEE. Que vous soyez étudiant, professionnel ou passionné par le domaine, il y en a pour tous les goûts.3. Concours et compétitions : mettez en valeur vos compétences et vos connaissances dans nos concours passionnants. Courez la chance de gagner des cadeaux et des prix exclusifs.4. Rafraîchissements : profitez d'une sélection de collations, de boissons gazeuses, de cafés et bien plus encore tout en vous mêlant et en réseautant avec les autres participants.Tous les étudiants, quel que soit leur niveau académique, sont cordialement invités. C'est une occasion en or d'avoir un aperçu du vaste monde de l'IEEE, de ses contributions et de la manière dont vous pouvez faire partie de cette communauté mondiale.Marquez vos calendriers et restez à l'écoute de l'annonce du lieu. Nous avons hâte de célébrer avec vous !Speaker(s): Thomas Micallef, Tarek DjerafiRoom: Conference Center, Bldg: John-Molson Business School, 1450 Rue Guy, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3H0A1

This talk will cover principles and application of current mode design techniques for ultra low power transceivers/signal generators. Current mode design techniques are becoming popular in recent times due to emergence of beamforming and AI/ML applications. In this talk, a few novel constructs for current mode designs shall be presented that are implemented using 14nm CMOS FinFET technology for qubit state controller (QSC) used for next generation quantum computing applications. The QSC includes an augmented general-purpose digital processor that supports waveform generation and phase rotation operations combined with a low power current-mode single sideband upconversion I/Q mixer-based RF arbitrary waveform generator (AWG). Implemented in 14nm CMOS FinFET technology, the QSC generates control signals in its target 4.5GHz to 5.5 GHz frequency range, achieving an SFDR > 50dB for a signal bandwidth of 500MHz. With the controller operating in the 4K stage of a cryostat and connected to a transmon qubit in the cryostat’s millikelvin stage, measured transmon T1 and T2 coherence times were 75.7μs and 73μs, respectively, in each case comparable to results achieved using conventional room temperature controls. In further tests with transmons, a qubit-limited error rate of 7.76x10-4 per Clifford gate is achieved, again comparable to results achieved using room temperature controls. The QSC’s maximum RF output power is -18 dBm, and power dissipation per qubit under active control is 23mW.Speaker(s): , Sudipto ChakrabortyRoom: 516, Bldg: ICT, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The IEEE Vancouver Joint Power and Energy/Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society Chapter is pleased to welcome Distinguished Visitor John D. McDonald.The presentation titled "Grid Modernization: Technological Advancements Beyond Smart Grid" will familiarize participants with a vision for Grid Modernization, focusing on technological advancements beyond Smart Grid. The technological advancements include discussions of key industry/societal trends, Smart Grid concepts, holistic solutions, integration of microgrids and distributed generation, and Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) software applications. The talk will also cover feeder automation business models, managing different types of data, big data, analytics, enterprise data management, Smart Grid standards and interoperability, and Smart Grid deployments and lessons learned.Date: Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pmPlace: Edmonds Auditorium-Centre Room - BC Hydro Edmonds building (6911 Southpoint Drive , Burnaby, BC )Parking: Visitor Parking is available at a charge in BC Hydro Edmonds Campus . The location is easily accessible through Skytrain.This is a technical event, and snacks is included in the registration cost.Admission:- IEEE Member: $0- IEEE Student Members: $0- Members from the Industry (Non-IEEE Member): $10- Non-IEEE Members: $10Note: Attendees will receive a certificate of participation, which may count toward Professional Development Hour (PDH) credits. Please complete the evaluation form after the event to receive your certificate.If you are interested, please register as soon as possible!The registration deadline is Monday , October 21 at 4:00 pmSpeaker(s): John D. McDonald, Agenda: - 4:00 - 4:15 PM: Networking and refreshment- 4:15 - 6:00 PM: Technical talk on Grid Modernization: Technological Advancements Beyond Smart Grid followed by Q/ARoom: Centre Room, 6911 Southpoint Drive , Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, V3N 4X8

Join the IEEE Toronto Instrumentation & Measurement – Robotics & Automation Joint Chapter for a talk on the Building Inclusivity into Software Engineering, presented by Dr. Mariam Guizani from Queen's University.[]Tuesday, October 22, 2024 @ 5:30 – 6:30 PMAbstract: Individuals often develop software based on their own cognitive preferences and perspectives. However, given the diverse ways in which people process information, it becomes crucial to examine how we can effectively test and implement software with inclusivity in mind.This presentation will delve into the relationship between inclusivity and technology, addressing two main questions: What are inclusivity bugs? And how can we find and fix them in software products?In this presentation, Dr. Guizani will introduce a Why/Where/Fix systematic inclusivity debugging process to help find inclusivity bugs (using the GenderMag cognitive walkthrough method), localize the Information Architecture (IA) faults behind them, and then fix the IA to remove the inclusivity bugs found. Additionally, she will share insights from various teams using GenderMag to enhance inclusivity in their products and processes.Speaker(s): Mariam Guizani, Ph.D.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/432370

Mr Al Shpuntoff will do a deep dive into his career as a consultant in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, High Performance Computing (HPC), Sequencing informatics, including Coding and Design. He will cover his work as a consultant, contracts with various government organizations, and government projects of special interest including but not limited to projects to identify remains. For example, he will cover his work with The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, where he worked with the DPAA project at Offutt, as data science and bioinformatics specialist, on a project identifying remains of casualties and MIAs from past combats. He will also incorporate his background, how he prepared for this career, and a discussion about Technical Marketing, Exceptional Customer Support, and first-class technical training and education.Speaker(s): Albert Shpuntoff, PhDVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/434309

The IEEE NSS IAS/PES Joint Chapter is pleased to welcome Distinguished Visitor John D. McDonald. The presentation titled "Grid Modernization: Technological Advancements Beyond Smart Grid" will familiarize participants with a vision for Grid Modernization, focusing on technological advancements beyond Smart Grid. The technological advancements include discussions of key industry/societal trends, Smart Grid concepts, holistic solutions, integration of microgrids and distributed generation, and Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) software applications. The talk will also cover feeder automation business models, managing different types of data, big data, analytics, enterprise data management, Smart Grid standards and interoperability, and Smart Grid deployments and lessons learned.Date: Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024Time: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pmPlace: University of Saskatchewan- College of Engineering- Room 1B71 (57 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK)Parking: Visitor Parking is available at meters throughout University.This is a technical event, and snacks is included in the registration cost.Admission:- IEEE Member: $0- IEEE Student Members: $0- University of Saskatchewan Students: $0- Members from the Industry (Non-IEEE Member): $10- Non-IEEE Members: $10Note: Attendees will receive a certificate of participation, which may count toward Professional Development Hour (PDH) credits. Please complete the evaluation form after the event to receive your certificate.If you are interested, please register as soon as possible!The registration deadline is Wednesday, October 23 at 4:00pmSee additional details below.Speaker(s): John D. McDonaldAgenda: - 4:15 - 4:30 PM: Networking and refreshment- 4:30 - 5:30 PM: Technical talk on Grid Modernization: Technological Advancements Beyond Smart Grid followed by Q/A- 5:30 - 6:00 PM: Networking and refreshmentRoom: 1B71, Bldg: College of Engineering, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

The KIEEE student branch welcomes you to our "Third Thursday" event series. Each month, we hold an event focused on delivering value to our student members. In September, we enjoyed a night at the Grizzly Grill. This month, we are excited to invite an industry speaker for a discussion about career trajectories, including a Q&A session. If you are interested in learning more about industry career paths, this talk is for you.NOTE: The October "Third Thursday" event is taking place on the FOURTH Thursday (Oct 24th) due to reading week.Co-sponsored by: Zameeha JiffryRoom: 501, Bldg: Stirling Hall, 64 Bader Ln., Kingston, Ontario, Canada