Frequently Asked Questions

What is ASME?  Where does ASME Atlanta fit?

  
We typically meet for dinner the second Monday of the month September through May at the Callaway Manufacturing and Research Center (MaRC Building) on the Georgia Tech campus.  The meetings have a networking session followed by a dinner buffet and a technical program.  Subject matter of our programs attempts to comply with the requirements for most states’ Professional Development Hours (PDHs). We occasionally join with other area technical societies to expand our focus and content.

Why should I be an ASME member?

  
Everyone has different reasons some that we often hear at ASME Atlanta: a network of technical professionals in a number of fields, access to good insurance, regular publications, leadership opportunities, encouraging the next generation of engineers, ... more

What qualifications do I need to join?

  
We welcome professionals and students alike. You can join ASME at any stage of your career and reap the benefits that range from professional development to networking opportunities for job search.

How do I become a member of the Atlanta Section?

  
Membership and dues are paid at the national level. You become a member of the Atlanta Section based on your address. You can also pick several area of technical concentration. Join ASME

Where do my membership dues go? How do I become a member?

  

When and where is the next meeting?

  
Typically meetings are the second Monday of the month between September and May on Georgia Tech’s Campus. However this can change with tours, social events, speaker availability, and joint events. Check the calendar.

How do I register for an event?

  
Typically we handle registration on-line using Acteva with options for members and guest registration. A listing of our current meetings and events is here. You can often register at the door for dinner meetings on a first come first serve basis. Tours almost always require pre-registration as companies and organizations have to approve the tour group.

Can you change my email address, mailing address etc on file with ASME?

  
Unfortunately we cannot, but there are three ways you can do so:
• On the web at http://my.asme.org/
• E-mail any changes to membership@asme.org
• Call the 800 number at 1-800-843-2763

How do I get involved?

  
There are so many possibilities... more

Who can I contact about __________?

  
Our Executive Committee’s email addresses are available here. If you are not sure who to reach out to, contact the current Chair, who will forward your message to the right person.