1. Engineering

2. 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
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3. 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.

4. 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

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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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.

9. 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!!!

10. 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%)

11. 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

12. 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

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

14. 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.

15. 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.

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

17. 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

18. 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

19. Web site Resources www.nspe.org www.pspe.org www.ncees.org

21. We will be reviewing three important engineering fields
Electrical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Energy – Power Engineering
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