APEC is the premier event in Applied Power Electronics and one of the most important North American technical conferences and expositions for anyone who is involved in any aspect of power electronics design and application.
APEC 2012 continues the long-standing tradition of addressing issues of immediate and long-term interest to the practicing power electronics engineer. Outstanding technical content is provided at one of the lowest registration costs of any IEEE conference. APEC 2012 will provide:

• The best power electronics exposition.
• Professional development courses taught by world-class experts.
• Presentations of peer-reviewed technical papers covering a wide range of topics.
• Time to network and enjoy the company of fellow power electronics professionals in a beautiful setting.

APEC focuses on the practical and applied aspects of the power electronics business. This is not just a designer's conference. APEC has something of interest for anyone involved in power electronics:

• Equipment OEMs that use power supplies and dc-dc converters in their equipment
• Designers of power supplies, dc-dc converters, motor drives, uninterruptable power supplies, inverters and any other power electronic circuits, equipment and systems
• Manufacturers and suppliers of components and assemblies used in power electronics
• Manufacturing, quality and test engineers involved with power electronics equipment
• Marketing, sales and anyone involved in the business of power electronics
• Compliance engineers testing and qualifying power electronics equipment or equipment that uses power electronics

In addition to a world-class program offering attendees over 300 high-quality technical papers, APEC will again this year offer a slate of Professional Education Seminars on Sunday and Monday. The ever-popular Micro-Mouse Contest will be held on Monday night after the opening evening exhibit. On Tuesday evening, after the exhibits close, everyone is invited to sit in on one of the engaging Rap Sessions that always generate a lot of dialog. The Wednesday evening Gala is always popular and this year will be no exception.  Check back with the www.apec-conf.org website for details.

About 3,000 power electronics industry professionals attended APEC 2011 at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Texas.

Disney Coronado Resort Offers Great Venue for APEC 2012
One of five hotels located within Walt Disney World® Resort, Disney’s Coronado Springs is a Southwest-themed hotel encircling Lago Dorado -- a glimmering 22-acre lake that evokes the spirit and romance of Spanish-colonial Mexico. From the welcoming spring-fed Fountain of the Doves to the hidden treasures of the Mayan-ruin themed Dig Site pool, the resort offers an escape to a tranquil lakeside vacation destination.  A serene atmosphere infuses the guest rooms, conference facilities, shops, restaurants and cantinas, inspired by faraway places where time goes by just a little bit slower than usual.

With its world-famous theme parks, premiere resorts, championship golf, unlimited recreation and world-class shopping, dining and nightlife, Walt Disney World® Resort provides attendees with everything they need to make their stay unforgettable. From one of a kind networking opportunities with colleagues to a magical vacation experience with family and friends before or after your meeting, to simply finding time to relax and unwind, Walt Disney World Resort is one of the most magical meeting destinations on earth.
 
Once you arrive, you'll discover that the Walt Disney World® Resort offers more magical experiences than you ever dreamed possible. Spectacular recreation, one-of-a-kind Theme Parks and exciting nightlife make this vacation kingdom a treat for every one of every age.

Don’t pass up the chance to add a few extra days before or after your event!  We’ll even extend the same room rates you received for your event, subject to availability.

For more information or to register for APEC 2012, please visit www.apec-conf.org.