Engineering

Many fields of engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Civil Engineering Architectural Engineering Energy Engineering Power Engineering Chemical Engineering Environmental Engineering Sustainable Engineering Designers Operations and Maintenance Lesson 3 Intro Eng

What is a Professional Engineer ? A Professional Engineer ( P.E.) is a person who is licensed to practice engineering in a particular state after meeting all the requirements of the law. To practice in multiple states, the P.E. must be licensed in each state in which she or he wishes to practice.

Legal Requirements All states have registration laws, regulating the practice of engineering Most states prohibit persons who are not registered PE’s from: - advertising, using a business card, or otherwise indicating to the public that the are an engineer - assuming the title of engineer - practicing engineering Exemptions for Industrial Practice Stamp a drawing as approved

Professional License equals: Greater Authority Enhanced Career Development Higher Pay Expanded Career Options Prestige

Economy: The ever changing tide... Restructuring, downsizing, outsourcing Stay marketable, assure yourself flexibility. Get licensed and avoid the probubility if being unemployed. Join Engineers Without Borders and you may assist in meaningful humanitarian efforts Stay abreast of the latest technology within your field

As a Professional Engineer….. Laid off from industry, become their consultant Plateaued with employer, start your firm Become a consultant Taken seriously as construction engineer, gain credibility and learn more Become a government engineer at the local, state or federal levels

What is an “accredited” degree? Ascertain that your college’s engineering degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. If you do not have a degree accredited by EAC/ABET additional experience may be necessary.

The FE or E.I.T. exam format (most states) normally two four-hour sessions administered in a single day The morning session includes about 120 multiple-choice questions, worth one point each The afternoon session includes about 60 multiple choice questions, worth two points each NOT EASY!!!

The FE or E.I.T. exam format the morning session – most states Chemistry (9%) Computers (5%) Dynamics (8%) Electr. Circuits (10%) Eng. Economics (4%) Ethics (4%) Fluid Mechanics (7%) Materials Science(7%) Mathematics (20%) Mat. Mechanics(7%) Statics (10%) Thermodynamics(9%)

The FE or E.I.T. exam format the afternoon session, take one of seven tests – most states Chemical Civil Electrical Environmental Mechanical Mechanical Industrial General

The P.E. exam format two four-hour sessions administered in a single day – most states The morning session is a “breadth” exam, which consists of 40 questions drawn from all five areas of civil engineering The afternoon session is a “depth” exam,which consists of 40 questions of the module selected from the five areas of civil engineering All questions are multiple choice

The P.E. exam format Example of civil engineering P.E. Environmental Geotechnical Structural Transportation Water Resources

Professional Engineer Status Licensure is the the mark of a professional. Ethical standards, continuing education, and professional competency are expected. P.E. after your name indicates you have met the standards and can be respected as a professional.

Can you become licensed nationally? No. Just as with other professions, the requirements for licensure are left with states. However, most state laws are similar.

Benefits Can prepare, sign and seal engineering work products Can become a project manager, director, associate, partner and owner can earn way more $$$

Benefits Review Can prepare, sign and seal engineering work products - work independently, receive recognition, create a reputation Can become a project manager, director, associate, partner and owner - choose your field of expertise, gain experience in responsible charge, become a business person can earn more $$$ - Area salary surveys show an average 30% differential among engineers with comparable experience

Why Should You Get Licensed? To prepare yourself for an ever-changing environment of job opportunities To prosper with them by staying marketable To maximize your professional growth and independence

Web site Resources www.nspe.org www.pspe.org www.ncees.org www.ppi2pass.com

We will be reviewing three important engineering fields Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering Energy – Power Engineering Lesson 3 Intro Eng