Registered with the Registrar of Societies on 6th November 1987, the Malaysian Materials Science & Technology Society (MMS) changed its name to the Institute of Materials, Malaysia (IMM) on 16th June 1997. The objectives of the IMM include the training and development of individuals and companies in Malaysia to attain professional recognition in various fields of materials science, technology and engineering. IMM is administered by a council of 30 members, with volunteers leading 12 materials committees, and 7 regional chapters, and supported by a secretariat with full time staff. Membership of IMM is categorised into 7 different grades and open to anyone above the age of 17 years – individuals and companies keen in developing and contributing towards the growth of materi­als science, technology and engineering in Malaysia. Over the years, IMM have conducted courses on coatings, corrosion and welding in support of the oil and gas industry in Malaysia. Over 600 Coating Inspectors have been trained and certified as well as 2,500 Blasters & Painters, supervisors and Corrosion technicians. Its certification programmes are recognized by PETRONAS and all oil & gas operators. Since January 2011, 42 Associate Welding Engineers, 33 Welding Engineers and 8 Senior Welding Engineers were trained and certified. The courses and programmes are being organised by Materials Technology Education Sdn Bhd (MTE), a joint-venture between IMM and InterMerger Group. For any inquiries/registration , directly email to Ms. Aisya (aisya.azlin@mte.com.my) / Mr. Ikmal (ikmal@mte.com.my) / Mr. Faaris (faaris@mte.com.my)