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How do I become licensed?
Each state and territory
varies slightly, but in general, there is a four-step process required to obtain
engineering licensure.
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Graduation
The first step is graduating from an ABET-accredited engineering program at
a college or university.
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FE Exam
The first exam in the licensure process is the Fundamentals
of Engineering (FE). This exam is offered in April and October every year.
Most students take the exam right before graduation or soon after while the technical
information they've studied is still fresh in their minds.
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Work Experience
Many jurisdictions have specific requirements about the type of experience you
need to gain. Most require that you gain experience under the supervision of someone
who is already licensed, and that your experience involve increasing levels of
responsibility. Once you begin work, contact your licensing
board to find out what experience is needed and talk with professional engineers
in your company to find out how you can gain this experience.
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PE Exam
Once you have gained the appropriate experience, you can take the second exam in the licensure process, the Principles
and Practice of Engineering (PE). This exam is given in a variety of engineering
disciplines. Most disciplines are offered
in both April and October, but some are offered only in October. |
After completing all the steps in the engineering licensure process—education,
experience, and examinations—you are eligible for licensure by your licensing
board.
Are there any special requirements for foreign applicants?
You may be instructed to have your education credentials evaluated by the Center for Professional Engineering Education Services or another evaluation service.
Engineers
who wish to obtain their license to practice must apply to the licensing
board in the state or territory in which they plan to practice.
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