IAC Alumni Feedback

The manufacturers that implement energy, waste, and productivity saving recommendations are not the only benefactors of the IAC experience. In a recent survey conducted by Oak Ridge National Laboratory, IAC alumni were asked to reflect on the benefits of their program experience. Over 78 percent stated that participation improved their ability to communicate ideas in writing and to work in teams. Additionally, over 70 percent noted an increased ability to solve problems within the constraints of time, money and human resources, as well as improved confidence in their ability to make appropriate recommendations.

The survey also focused on alumni demographics including current employers, memberships in professional organizations ASHRAE, AEE, ASME, SAE and ASEE. Thirty five percent are employed in a manufacturing environment (many were actually recruited by their former IAC clients), while 20 percent are active consultants. The most impressive statistic found that over 50 percent of IAC alumni are either registered Professional Engineers (PE) or Engineers In-Training (EIT).