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The competition occurs annually in the first week of January, with participants residing in a hotel together throughout the 4 days of the event. The community extends far beyond the competition itself, as students stay connected throughout the year with social events, and other activities that foster friendships and camaraderie.
==Participants==
===Delegation===
[[File:McGillEngGames2023.jpg||right|thumb|McGill delegation at Eng Games 2023|400px]]Each participating school sends a delegation of 44 students, plus 2 graduated ambassadors from other schools, known as godparents (parrains/marraines). Each delegation is made up of one (or two) chief(s), the executive committee, the godparents, and general members selected by the execs.
[[Category:VP External Groups]]
[[Category:Competitions]]
=== Selection Process ===
The selection process for the Games is known as "The Race" (also referred to as "La Course"). It consists of a series of events organized by various schools, including parties, trivia or improv practices, sports days, and more. These events offer chances for individuals interested in participating in the Games to connect with participants from other schools and get engaged. To join The Race, students need to purchase a race shirt and fill out an interest form. Another way to join the delegation is by contributing to the preparation of the Machine or Entrepreneurship competitions. Stay informed about events and engagement opportunities by joining the Facebook group linked [https://www.facebook.com/groups/448308848541809/ here].
===Executive Committee===
At McGill, the Eng Games executive committee is generally composed of the following:
* 1-2 chief(s)
* VP Social
* VP Internal
* VP Competition
* VP Finance
* VP Sponsorship
* VP Gear
* VP Entrepreneurship
* 2 VP Machine
* Two godparents (ambassadors from other schools)
The chief or co-chiefs are chosen by a selection committee during the winter semester. The rest of the executive team are selected by the chief or co-chiefs in the following weeks. The executive members can be general members of the [[EUS]] or of BESS (bioresource engineering students).<br> Since Jeux de Génie is an event that is overseen by [[QCESO]], the Eng Games committee falls under the [[VP External]]'s portfolio.
==Competitions==
[[File:Eng Games machine 2019.jpg|left|thumb|Machine Competition|375x375px]]
The Eng Games organizes a diverse range of competitions, each designed to highlight the multitude of skills necessary for one to excel as an engineer. These competitions encompass a wide array of disciplines such as robotics, academics, consulting, entrepreneurship, debates, improvisation, trivia, and sports.
===Academic Competition===
Eng Games hosts six distinct academic competitions: chemical, electrical, civil, mechanical, software, and industrial engineering. Each discipline is divided into two components: practical and theoretical. The practical component is assessed through a three-hours open book exam, while the practical side consists of a lab or a small design competition. Each challenge is undertaken in teams of three or four participants.
[[File:Improv2023.jpg|right|thumb|Improv competition|400px]]
===Majeure and Capitale Competitions===
The Majeure and Capitale competitions are intensive design challenges lasting for a duration of 4 to 6 hours, requiring a team of six participants. In the Majeure competition, teams are assigned the objective of constructing a small robotic device using a restricted set of materials, while also addressing specific challenges. As for the Capitale competition, it made its debut at the 2023 Games and focuses on civil engineering. In both competitions, teams are required to present their solutions before a panel of judges.
===Consulting Competition===
In the consulting competition, a team of four students collaborates to conceive and deliver their most effective solutions for a significant engineering problem. Social, economic, environmental, and political aspects of the solution must be considered when presenting to the judges, who represent potential clients. The quality of the solution, the written report, as well as the presentation are all graded to determine the best team.
[[File:Sports2023.jpg|left|thumb|McGill delegates during sports day|400px]]
===Cultural Competitions===
The Games host 3 types of cultural competitions: debates, improvisation, and trivia. In debates, a team of two students put their public speaking skills and sharp minds to the test by partaking in a classical debate on a topic chosen by the organizers. During the improv competition, a team of 4 participants demonstrate their imagination, creativity, and quick thinking in head-to head matches against opponents. During the trivia competition, teams of 4 students are tested for their general knowledge in a classic “génie en herbe” match. There are different rounds of questions and the team who wins a match advance to the next round in the hopes of winning the tournament.
===Sports Day===
During the sports day, every participant is required to compete as delegations go head-to-head, highlighting the importance of team spirit. The sporting challenges not only test individual physical abilities but also assess the cohesion and teamwork among team members. In addition to a mystery sport and an outdoor sport, an e-sport competition also takes place.<br>
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