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F.E. EXAM
• The F.E. is designed for students who are close to completing their undergraduate degree
• The exam is split into two sections:•Four-hour morning session• 120 multiple-choice questions• Mathematics, engineering probability, chemistry, computers, ethics and business, engineering economics, engineering mechanics (statics and dynamics), material strength and properties, fluid mechanics, electricity and magnetism, and thermodynamics
F.E. EXAM
•Four-hour afternoon session•60 multiple-choice questions•Subject specific: chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, industrial, mechanical, and other disciplines (general)
WHAT IS A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER?
A professional engineer (P.E.) is a person who is licensed to practice engineering in a particular state or US territory after meeting all requirements of the law. To practice in multiple states or territories, the P.E. must be licensed in each state in which he or she wishes to practice.
REQUIREMENTS TO BECOMING A P.E.
1.Education (ABET/EAC)
2.FE Exam (EIT)
3.Experience (4 years)
4.PE Exam (P&PE)
• Agricultural• Architectural• Civil• Control Systems• Electrical/
Computer• Environmental• Fire Protection• Industrial• Mechanical
• Metallurgical and Materials
• Mining and Mineral Processing
• Naval Architecture and Marine
• Nuclear• Petroleum• Software• Structural
P.E. EXAMS OFFERED
REASONS WHY TO BECOME ALICENSED ENGINEER
1. If you ever want or need to become a consulting engineer, you must be licensed as a P.E.
2. Only a P.E. can sign and seal engineering documents that are submitted to a public authority or for public and private clients.
3. Restructuring, downsizing and outsourcing ARE REAL! A P.E. license may make the difference in finding new employment.
4. Industry and utility exemptions are being eliminated in some jurisdictions.
REASONS WHY TO BECOME ALICENSED ENGINEER
5. Continuing education is required for a professional engineer-- in some states by law but in all states in practice.
6.Many companies encourage licensure and some even pay a bonus for becoming a P.E.
7. In education, more colleges are requiring a P.E. license for engineering faculty or for holding certain titles.
8.In many industry, utility, and government positions, a P.E. is required for specified jobs or levels.
REASONS WHY TO BECOME ALICENSED ENGINEER
9. With the engineering profession now operating in an international environment, licensing may be required to work in or for other countries. You will be prepared in the event your career moves in this direction.
10. Licensure is the mark of a professional. Ethical standards, continuing education, and professional competency are expected. P.E. after you name indicates you have met the standards and can be respected as a professional.
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Median Income of Engineers
EXAM STRATEGIES
• Watch the time
• THINK before you start
• Eliminate incorrect choices
• Answer all questions
• Prepare for the test
STUDY MATERIALS
• NCEES• FE Sample Examination Book• FE Exam Supplied Reference Book• PE Sample Examination Book
