Engineering Courses

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)

FE Exam Preparation

The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is generally your first step in the process of becoming a professional licensed engineer (P.E.). It is designed for recent graduates and students who are close to finishing an undergraduate engineering degree from an EAC/ABET-accredited program. The FE exam is a computer-based exam administered year-round at NCEES-approved Pearson VUE test centers.

FE Civil - Course Contents:

Mathematics and Statistics – Ethics and Professional Practice - Engineering Economics  - Statics – Dynamics - Mechanics of Materials – Materials - Fluid Mechanics - Structural Engineering - Geotechnical Engineering - Transportation Engineering – Water Resources and Environmental Engineering – Construction Engineering – Surveying.

FE Electrical and Computer - Course Contents:

Mathematics –  Probability and Statistics -   Ethics and Professional Practice - Engineering Economics  - Properties of Electrical Materials - Circuit Analysis (DC and AC Steady State) - Linear Systems - Signal Processing – Electronics – Power Systems – Electromagnetics - Control Systems - Communications - Computer Networks - Digital Systems - Computer Systems - Software Engineering.

FE Industrial and Systems - Course Contents:

Mathematics –  Engineering Sciences – Ethics and Professional Practice – Engineering Economics - Probability and Statistics – Modeling and Quantitative Analysis – Engineering Management – Manufacturing, Service, and Other Production Systems – Facilities and Supply Chain – Human Factors, Ergonomics, and Safety – Work Design – Quality – Systems Engineering, Analysis, and Design.

FE Chemical - Course Contents:

Mathematics –  Probability and Statistics - Engineering Sciences -  Material Science Chemistry and Biology - Fluid Mechanics/Dynamics – Thermodynamics - Material/Energy Balances - Heat Transfer - Mass Transfer and Separation - Solids Handling - Chemical Reaction Engineering – Economics - Process Design - Process Control - Safety, Health, and Environment - Ethics and Professional Practice.

FE Environmental - Course Contents:

Mathematics –  Probability and Statistics - Ethics and Professional Practice - Engineering Economics  -  Fundamental Principles – Environmental Chemistry – Health Hazards and Risk Assessment - Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics – Thermodynamics – Surface Water Resources and Hydrology – Groundwater, Soils, and Sediments – Water and Wastewater – Air Quality and Control – Solid and Hazardous Waste – Energy and Environment.

FE Mechanical - Course Contents:

Mathematics –  Probability and Statistics - Ethics and Professional Practice - Engineering Economics  -  Electricity and Magnetism – Statics - Dynamics, Kinematics, and Vibrations - Mechanics of Materials - Material Properties and Processing - Fluid Mechanics – Thermodynamics - Heat Transfer - Measurements, Instrumentation, and Controls - Mechanical Design and Analysis.

FE Other Disciplines - Course Contents:

Mathematics –  Probability and Statistics - Chemistry - Instrumentation and Controls – Engineering Ethics and Societal Impacts - Safety, Health, and Environment - Engineering Economics – Statics – Dynamics - Strength of Materials – Materials - Fluid Mechanics – Basic Electrical Engineering – Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer.

Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE)

PE Exam Preparation

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

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Petroleum

Knowledge Areas and Number of Questions:

I. Drilling: 18-27 Qs

II. Production/Completion: 19-29 Qs

III. Facilities: 11-17 Qs

IV. Project Management: 5-8 Qs

The Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam tests for a minimum level of competency in a particular engineering discipline. It is designed for engineers who have gained a minimum of four years of post-college work experience in their chosen engineering discipline. The PE exam is a computer-based exam administered year-round at NCEES-approved Pearson VUE test centers.

Agricultural and Biological

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Chemical

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Control Systems

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Environmental

Knowledge Areas and Number of Questions:

I. Water: 21-35 Qs

II. Air: 14-22 Qs

III. Solid and Hazardous Waste: 11-18 Qs

IV. Site Assessment and Remediation: 12-19 Qs

V. Environmental Health and Safety: 7-11 Qs

VI. Associated Engineering Principles: 5-9 Qs

Industrial and Systems

Knowledge Areas & Approximate Number of Questions:

I. Structure: 11-17 Qs

II. Properties: 14-21 Qs

III. Processing: 21-32 Qs

IV. Performance: 24-36 Qs

Metallurgical and Materials

Knowledge Areas & Approximate Number of Questions:

I. Structure: 11-17 Qs

II. Properties: 14-21 Qs

III. Processing: 21-32 Qs

IV. Performance: 24-36 Qs

Nuclear

Knowledge Areas and Number of Questions:

I. Nuclear Power Systems: 25-39 Qs

II. Nuclear Fuel Cycle: 11-17 Qs

III. Interaction of Radiation with Matter: 17-25 Qs

IV. Nuclear Criticality/Kinetics/Neutronics: 17-26 Qs

Structural

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Surveying

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Architectural

Knowledge Areas and Number of Questions:

I. Building Systems Integration: 11 - 17 Qs

II. Electrical Systems: 19 - 29 Qs

III. Mechanical Systems: 19 - 29 Qs

IV. Structural Systems: 14 - 21 Qs

V. Project Management & Construction Administration: 7 - 11 Qs

Civil

PE Civil is divided into the following disciplines: Construction - Geotechnical - Structural - Transportation - Water Resources & Environmental. 

Construction Exam Specifications: 

Project Planning (4-6 Qs) - Means and Methods (3-5 Qs) - Soil Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Structural Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Hydraulics and Hydrology (6-9 Qs) – Geometrics (3-5 Qs) – Materials (5-8 Qs) - Site Development (4-6 Qs) – Earthwork Construction and Layout(5-8 Qs) – Estimating Quantities and Costs (5-8 Qs) – Construction Operations and Methods (6-9 Qs) – Scheduling (5-8 Qs) – Material Quality Control and Production (5-8 Qs) – Temporary Structures (6-9 Qs) – Health and Safety (3-5)

Geotechnical Exam Specifications:

Project Planning (4-6 Qs) - Means and Methods (3-5 Qs) - Soil Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Structural Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Hydraulics and Hydrology (6-9 Qs) – Geometrics (3-5 Qs) – Materials (5-8 Qs) - Site Development (4-6 Qs) – Site Characterization (4-6 Qs) – Soil Mechanics, Laboratory Testing, and Analysis (4-6 Qs) – Field Materials Testing, Methods, and Safety (3-5 Qs) - Earthquake Engineering and Dynamic Loads (2-4 Qs) - Earth Structures (4-6 Qs) - Groundwater and Seepage (3-5 Qs) - Problematic Soil and Rock Conditions (3-5 Qs) - Earth Retaining Structures (ASD or LRFD) (4-6 Qs) – Shallow Foundations (ASD or LRFD) (4-6 Qs) - Deep Foundations (ASD or LRFD) (4-6 Qs) 

Structural Exam Specifications:

Project Planning (4-6 Qs) - Means and Methods (3-5 Qs) - Soil Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Structural Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Hydraulics and Hydrology (6-9 Qs) – Geometrics (3-5 Qs) – Materials (5-8 Qs) - Site Development (4-6 Qs) – Analysis of Structures (13-20 Qs) – Design and Details of Structures (16-24 Qs) – Codes and Construction (6-10 Qs)

Transportation Exam Specifications:

Project Planning (4-6 Qs) - Means and Methods (3-5 Qs) - Soil Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Structural Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Hydraulics and Hydrology (6-9 Qs) – Geometrics (3-5 Qs) – Materials (5-8 Qs) - Site Development (4-6 Qs) – Traffic Engineering (Capacity Analysis and Transportation Planning)(10-15 Qs) – Horizontal Design (3-5 Qs) – Vertical Design (3-5 Qs) - Intersection Geometry (3-5 Qs) - Roadside and Cross-Section Design (3-5 Qs) - Signal Design (3-5 Qs) - Traffic Control Design (3-5 Qs) - Geotechnical and Pavement (4-6 Qs) – Drainage (2-4 Qs) - Alternatives Analysis (1-3 Qs) 

Water Resources & Environmental Exam Specifications:

Project Planning (4-6 Qs) - Means and Methods (3-5 Qs) - Soil Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Structural Mechanics (5-8 Qs) - Hydraulics and Hydrology (6-9 Qs) – Geometrics (3-5 Qs) – Materials (5-8 Qs) - Site Development (4-6 Qs) – Analysis and Design (4-6 Qs) – Hydraulics-Closed Conduits (4-6 Qs) – Hydraulics-Open Channel (4-6 Qs) – Hydrology (6-9 Qs) – Groundwater and wells (3-5 Qs) – Wastewater Collection and Treatment (5-8 Qs) – Water Quality (3-5 Qs) – Drinking Water Distribution and Treatment (5-8 Qs) – Engineering Economics Analysis (1-3 Qs)

Electrical and Computer

PE Electrical and Computer are divided into the following disciplines: Computer - Electronics, Control, and Communications - Power.

Knowledge Areas and Number of Questions:

Computer – 9.5 Hours – 85 Qs

I. Computer Systems: 21-32 Qs

II.  Embedded System Software: 14-21 Qs

III. Hardware: 21-32 Qs

IV. Computer Networks: 14-21 Qs 

Electronics, Control, and Communications – 9.5 Hours – 85 Qs

I. General Electrical Engineering Knowledge: 28-42 Qs

II. Digital Systems: 7-11 Qs

III. Electromagnetics: 7-11 Qs

IV. Electronics: 4-21 Qs

V. Control Systems: 7-11 Qs

VI. Communications: 7-11 Qs

Power – 9 Hours – 80 MCQ

I. General Power Engineering: 21-32 Qs

II. Circuits: 14-21 Qs

III. Rotating Machines and Electric Power Devices: 14-21 Qs

IV. Transmission and Distribution (High, Medium, and Low Voltage): 21-32 Qs

Fire Protection

Knowledge Areas and Number of Questions:

I. Fire Protection Analysis: 17-26 Qs

II. Fire Dynamics Fundamentals: 11-17 Qs

III. Active and Passive Systems: 31-47 Qs

IV. Egress and Occupant Movement: 11-17 Qs

Mechanical

PE Mechanical is divided into the following disciplines: HVAC & Refrigeration - Machine Design & Materials - Thermal & Fluid Systems.

HVAC AND REFREGERATION

I. Principles: 28-43 Qs

II. Applications: 42-64 Qs

*****3 EXAMS*****

MACHINE DESIGN & MATERIALS

I. Principles: 35-55 Qs

II. Applications: 35-55 Qs

*****5 EXAMS*****

Thermal & Fluid Systems

I. Principles: 28-44 Qs

II. Hydraulic and Fluid Applications: 21-33 Qs

III. Energy/Power System Applications 21-33 Qs

*****3 EXAMS*****

Mining and Mineral Processing

Knowledge Areas and Number of Questions:

1. Exploration: 9-15 Qs

2. Mining Planning/Operations: 27-41 Qs

3. Mineral Processing: 21-32 Qs

4. Environment and Reclamation: 13-22 Qs  

The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is the most widely used green building rating system. It provides a framework for healthy, efficient, carbon and cost-saving green buildings. LEED certification is a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement, and it is backed by an entire industry of committed organizations and individuals paving the way for market transformation.

LEED

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)

LEED - Green Associate

The LEED Green Associate will improve your professional credentials, open doors to new job opportunities, and help advance your career in the green building industry. The LEED Green Associate is a valuable certification for anyone interested in making a positive impact on the environment.

LEED Green Associates are equipped with the ability and skills necessary to facilitate and implement green building procedures in your workplace and community.

LEED - Neighborhood

LEED for Neighborhood Development is designed to certify exemplary development projects that perform well in terms of smart growth, urbanism, and green building. Projects may constitute whole neighborhoods, portions of neighborhoods, or multiple neighborhoods. Projects are often mixed-use, though small single-use projects that complement existing neighborhood uses may also use the rating system. Local jurisdictions should not use LEED-ND as a replacement for comprehensive planning, however, many local jurisdictions may find that LEED for Neighborhood Development is a meaningful tool to help promote sustainable land development if incentivized or used as a guideline when revising local codes and regulations.

LEED - Operations and Maintenance

LEED O+M offers existing structures an opportunity to pay close attention to construction operations, by supporting whole buildings and internal spaces that have been completely active and occupied for at least a year. The project may be undergoing improvement work or little to no construction.

LEED - Commissioning Implementation

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LEED - Building Design and Construction

LEED BD+C is a green building certification program used worldwide. Developed by the non-profit U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), it contains a set of rating procedures for the construction, operation, design, and maintenance of green buildings, neighborhoods, and houses, which strives to support building owners and operators to be environmentally responsible and utilize resources efficiently.

LEED - Interior Design & Construction

LEED ID+C helps project teams, who may not have control over the entire building procedures, the opportunity to create indoor spaces that are more suitable for the planet and people.

LEED - Design Implantation

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LEED - Construction Implantation

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Certificate Exam Preparation

Certifications

Certifications are designated credentials earned by an individual to demonstrate their legitimacy and competence to perform a job. Your certification is typically displayed as a record stating that as a professional, you've been trained, educated, and prepared to meet a specific set of criteria for your role. This document is awarded only after you've passed the proper assessments administered by a recognized third-party credentialing institution.

WELL Courses

  • WELL Building Standards Awareness 

  • WELL AP Exam Preparation Course

Certified Cost Professional (CCP)

CCP is a title that demonstrates that you possess the essential knowledge to integrate compensation programs with business strategy, design, and administer base and variable pay programs. It also verifies that you comply with legal and regulatory requirements and that you effectively communicate compensation information.

Business Statistics

Various techniques and principles of statistics are applied to gain insights that help to make better decisions. Our course helps students analyze past performance, predict future business practices, and lead organizations effectively. Business statistics is a fairly competitive field. While many jobs are available, the high-stakes nature of business management means that employees tend to be highly vetted. 

Certified Cost Engineering (CCE)

CCE will be very informative and beneficial for a wide range of engineers working in many areas related to project costs. The CCE course will help you develop your professional skills and competencies to be a successful cost controller, cost estimator, and planner in a wide range of project types.

Graduate Record Examinations (GRE)

GRE is an important step in the graduate school or business school application process. The GRE is a multiple-choice, computer-based, standardized exam that is often required for admission to graduate programs and graduate business programs (MBA) globally.

 FAQs

  • Short answer: Yes, of course; no question about it. You should consider it strongly in your best interest to take the exam and to do so this year.

    Here are some reasons:

    1) Professional licensure will enhance your future career progress.

    2) Passing the FE Exam will take your engineering degree to a higher level of engineering position.

    3) You will study some engineering subjects that should cover the essential requirements to be a qualified engineer. Some of these engineering subjects are not available in many of the engineering curricula in many universities.

    4) Your engineering degree from any local university or institute will be considered an equivalent engineering degree from universities and engineering colleges in the United States of America.

    5) FE status is considered to be a strong plus by employers even now as you graduate and seek your first job.

    6) The exam covers recent academic material that is still fresh in your mind, making the chances of your passing the exam now extremely high.

  • The recommended advice is 12 to 14 weeks of serious study for a minimum of 3-4 hours a day.

  • FE exam scores are based on the total number of questions answered correctly, with no deductions made for questions answered incorrectly. Raw scores may be adjusted slightly, and the adjusted scores are then scaled. In the past, NCEES has rarely announced a minimum required passing score for the FE exam, ostensibly because the average score changed slightly with each administration of the exam. However, inside information reports that the raw percentage of questions that must be answered correctly was low—hovering around 50%

  • The NCEES FE Exam is a 6-hour-long, computer-based exam given over two consecutive sessions separated by a break. There are 110 questions total, split evenly between the two sessions. Questions will be multiple choice or AITs (Alternative Item Types). Questions with the same exam-specified knowledge area may not be grouped, but no knowledge area will span both sessions.

    You will have to register to take the exam beforehand on the NCEES website at NCEES.org. NCEES partners with Pearson VUE to administer their exams at their test centers. You may have to travel a long distance away from where you live to arrive at the closest one to you. In that case, it is recommended you get a hotel nearby. It is also highly recommended that you visit the testing center before exam day to ensure that day goes smoothly.

    The exam includes a 2-minute nondisclosure agreement, an 8-minute tutorial, a 25-minute break between the two sessions, and a brief survey after the exam. You will have 5 hours and 20 minutes to answer the questions, working out to approximately 3 minutes per question. You may work through the problems in any sequence and may return to questions within the same session. Once the session is submitted, you will not be able to return to those questions.

  • The FE exam is administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). This national nonprofit organization requires all potential examinees to read the NCEES Examinee Guide before registering for the exam. As of January 2016, FE exams are administered year-round.

  • The NCEES FE Handbook was never intended to be something you study or learn from, so it is most definitely inadequate for that purpose. Background, preliminary and supporting material, explanations, extensions to the theory, and application rules are all missing from the NCEES Handbook. Many subtopics (e.g., contract law) listed in the exam specifications are not represented in the NCEES Handbook.

  • It is an 8-hour exam. It contains 80 total questions: 40 multiple-choice questions in the 4-hour AM session, and 40 multiple-choice questions in the 4-hour PM session.

  • The PE structural exam is the only open-book exam remaining. All other PE exams are now closed-book computer-based exams.

  • The recommended advice is 12 to 14 weeks of serious study for a minimum of 2-3 hours a day.

  • According to NCEES stats, the structural depth and geotechnical exams are the hardest of civil PE exams. Only 64% and 55% of students managed to clear it in the first attempt.