About the IEEE Communications Society
Founded in 1952 with the formation of IRE’s (the Institute
of Radio Engineers) Professional Group on Communications Systems (PGCS), IEEE
Communications Society has evolved into a diverse group of global industry
professionals with a common interest in advancing all communications
technologies. Members interact across international and technological borders
to:
· produce publications
· organize conferences
· foster educational programs
· promote local activities
· work on technical committees
Since the Communications Society began operations
in January 1972 as an independent Society of The Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers (IEEE) with over 8,800 members, ComSoc has
become the premier international forum for the exchange of ideas on
communications technologies and information networking.
IEEE
GLOBECOM, ICC,
and other conferences have earned international reputations. Publications
increasingly support local and international coverage of important issues, and
the Board of Governors reflects the changing direction of global communications
technology.
Volunteer members of the Society shape the course of ComSoc,
its publications, technical activities, and conferences while the Society’s
strength comes from the vision and dedication of its members and staff.
ComSoc members stay on top of the world of
communications technology by accessing up-to-the-minute technical information,
networking with other experts in the field, and leveraging many other exclusive
benefits.
Today, IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc) is a
leading global community .
The IEEE Communications Society is community
comprised of a diverse group of industry professionals with a common interest
in advancing all communications technologies. To that end, the Society sponsors
publications, conferences, educational programs, local activities, and
technical committees that:
Foster original work in all aspects of communications
science, engineering, and technology.
Encourage the development of applications that use signals
to transfer voice, data, image, and/or video information between locations.
Promote the theory and use of systems involving all types of
terminals, computers, and information processors; all pertinent systems and
operations that facilitate transfer; all transmission media; switched and
unswitched networks; and network layouts, protocols, architectures, and
implementations.
And strongly advance developments toward meeting new market
demands in systems, products, and technologies such as personal communications
services, multimedia communications systems, enterprise networks, and optical
communications systems.
ComSoc Vision and Mission
Vision Statement
The Vision of the IEEE Communications Society is to be the
organization of choice for communications and related professionals throughout
the world.
Mission Statement
The IEEE Communications Society promotes the advancement of
science, technology and applications in communications and related disciplines.
It fosters presentation and exchange of information among its members and the
technical community throughout the world. The Society maintains the highest
standard of professionalism and technical competency.
Benefits, programs and member activities for individuals,
chapters and sections.
IEEE Fellows
Membership
Join IEEE at Half Year Rate, and Get Free ComSoc Membership.
Offer expires 15 July 2011.
As a member of IEEE, you will receive several benefits,
including:
· Monthly issues of IEEE Spectrum Magazine.
· Access to IEEE memberNet – the IEEE member directory and
professional network connecting members worldwide.
· Savings on conferences ranging from US$300 - US$1,500.
· Member-only programming at IEEE.tv - the IEEE internet
based television network, with special-interest programming about technology
and engineering.
As a member of the IEEE Communications Society you will
receive:
· Digital delivery of IEEE Communications Magazine and
ComSoc Community Directory, as well as monthly ComSoc e-News issues.
· Online access to industry resources and technical papers.
· Networking opportunities with communications experts
around the world.
· Discounts on conferences, publications, Certification
program and training courses and other member-only products.
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IEEE Communications Society
the Global Community of Communications Professionals
P.S. This offer is only available to individuals who are not
IEEE Members and wish to join IEEE as a professional member. Valid only for the
2011 membership year. Offer expires on 15 July 2011. Students please create new
Web Account. Web offer only. Void where prohibited by law.
Questions? Please direct your inquiries to the IEEE Contact
Center: contactcenter@ieee.org or call Member Services
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Free with your membership
Free Publications
IEEE
Communications Magazine Subscription - The flagship magazine, covering
the latest hot areas of the industry. Digital delivery or add print, IEEE
Communications Magazine keeps you up-to-date on key industry specialties.
ComSoc
e-News - Updates for what’s going on - Spotlight on profession,
industry news, new ComSoc activities and events, calls for papers, calendars,
exclusive offers for members.
Global
Communications Newsletter - It provides an excellent opportunity to
present news and events related to communications around the world, as well as
activities carried out by IEEE Communications Society chapters in greater
detail.
A
Brief History of Communications - Released at ComSoc’s 50th
anniversary, this illustrated 132 page book scans the history of modern
communications technology.
ComSoc
Community Directory - Walks you inside the Society - organizational
structure, contacts, products & services.
IEEE
Communications Surveys & Tutorials - An all-electronic
publication, peer-reviewed, comprehensive, leading-edge surveys covering all
active areas of communications.
Free professional training and resources
ComSoc
Personal Email Alias - Any ComSoc member can have a @comsoc.org e-mail
address.
Free
tutorials - Selected voice over PowerPoint™ presentations from recent
ComSoc conferences.
Tech
Focus - Exclusive, free access on a single topic from all IEEE
Communications publications, journals and conferences.
Keynote
webcasts - Free keynote speeches of ComSoc conferences.
Opportunities to connect and contribute
Chapters -
The Communications Society sponsors more than 100 chapters throughout the
world. These local chapters provide the opportunity to participate in the
Society and meet other members in your area.
Technical
Committees - The IEEE Communications Society sponsors a comprehensive
list of technical committees, offering its members a wide range of
opportunities to exchange ideas and information in specialized areas of
communications technology.
Standards -
IEEE Communications Society members can participate in the development and
implementation of standards in the communications field in areas such as
network management and optical communications.
Awards -
The Communications Society sponsors awards for outstanding achievement in the
communications field. And the Society's scholarship program provides funding
for students to continue their professional development.
COMSOC Career Home
In addition to the publications and conferences the IEEE
Communications Society produces each year, training based on the technical
areas ComSoc covers is now also available. Offered in both online and
in-person formats, getting the training you need has never been this easy.
A collection of recorded sessions of keynotes, plenaries,
forums, panels, workshops and tutorials given at ComSoc sponsored conferences
-- CCNC, DySPAN, GLOBECOM, ICC and WCNC.
Are free corporate-sponsored, ComSoc organized
online, multimedia panel sessions open to all members.
Is a certification program and an examination that reflects
the realities of what wireless professionals need to know and be able to do on
the job.
Each month, IEEE Communications provides a selection of FREE
tutorials, thanks to our corporate sponsors.
Each tutorial consists of the PowerPoint™ slides used for
the original tutorial augmented with new audio recordings by the original
presenters.
These broadcast sessions provide an opportunity for remote
conference participation by IEEE Communications Society members and interested
web viewers.
MEMBERSHIP DUES
Student member full year- $ 13.00
Student member half year- $ 6.50
Member full year- $ 25
Member half year- $ 12.50