I passed the P.E. test!
Timothy D. Swieter
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As the subject said, I passed the professional engineering test. YEAH!! I thought I would offer some insight into what this was, for those that are curious, and offer some advice, for those that may be considering taking the tests.
E.I. or E.I.T. is a legal definition for Engineering Intern or Engineer In Training. This is a title that is granted to an individual that passes a broad topic engineering test called the Fundamentals of Engineering or FE. There are several qualifications that have to be in place to take the FE such as graduating from an ABET accredited engineering school. I took the FE test my senior year at college. The test is an 8-hour test, taken in one day, and covers topics from math to physics to chemistry to dynamics/statics to basic circuits to computer programming, etc. The test is on general engineering knowledge and science.
P.E. is a legal definition for Professional Engineer. This is a title that is granted to an individual who has passed the Principals and Practice Exam. In order to take this exam an individual has to have passed the FE and has to have had five years of verified experience working in their field as well as several recommendations from other P.E.s. The test is detailed, in-depth test focused on the field of the engineering study, in my case it was electrical and electronics. The test is a 8-hour test taken in one day. As a P.E. I can take responsible charge over a design, review them, approve them, etc. For some organizations, contracts or specific clients they may require a P.E.
For the USA, each individual state governs its professional engineers and usually has a professional engineering board or licensing board. In other countries the P.E. may also be called a Qualified Person and the regulations/testing may be determine by the country's government.
So.....for those engineers or soon-to-be-engineers out there I recommend taking the tests for the FE and PE. At a minimum take the FE, especially if you are still in college studying as it is easy to pass it while the knowledge is fresh in your mind. For taking either test, prepare in advance for the application. The application can be due three to six months before the test, so plan ahead. Do also plan to study and delegate time for review. Do buy the review books that include practice exams and review any materials published by the NCEES (the organization that prepares and administers the tests). For test day, plan your routine ahead of time and be prepared. Follow the rules published - the NCEES and the proctors take these tests seriously!
If you are considering taking the test and want more advice, feel free to PM me.
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Timothy D. Swieter, P.E.
www.brilldea.com - Prop Blade, LED Painter, RGB LEDs, 3.0" 16:9 LCD Composite video display, eProto for SunSPOT, PropNET, PolkaDOT-51
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E.I. or E.I.T. is a legal definition for Engineering Intern or Engineer In Training. This is a title that is granted to an individual that passes a broad topic engineering test called the Fundamentals of Engineering or FE. There are several qualifications that have to be in place to take the FE such as graduating from an ABET accredited engineering school. I took the FE test my senior year at college. The test is an 8-hour test, taken in one day, and covers topics from math to physics to chemistry to dynamics/statics to basic circuits to computer programming, etc. The test is on general engineering knowledge and science.
P.E. is a legal definition for Professional Engineer. This is a title that is granted to an individual who has passed the Principals and Practice Exam. In order to take this exam an individual has to have passed the FE and has to have had five years of verified experience working in their field as well as several recommendations from other P.E.s. The test is detailed, in-depth test focused on the field of the engineering study, in my case it was electrical and electronics. The test is a 8-hour test taken in one day. As a P.E. I can take responsible charge over a design, review them, approve them, etc. For some organizations, contracts or specific clients they may require a P.E.
For the USA, each individual state governs its professional engineers and usually has a professional engineering board or licensing board. In other countries the P.E. may also be called a Qualified Person and the regulations/testing may be determine by the country's government.
So.....for those engineers or soon-to-be-engineers out there I recommend taking the tests for the FE and PE. At a minimum take the FE, especially if you are still in college studying as it is easy to pass it while the knowledge is fresh in your mind. For taking either test, prepare in advance for the application. The application can be due three to six months before the test, so plan ahead. Do also plan to study and delegate time for review. Do buy the review books that include practice exams and review any materials published by the NCEES (the organization that prepares and administers the tests). For test day, plan your routine ahead of time and be prepared. Follow the rules published - the NCEES and the proctors take these tests seriously!
If you are considering taking the test and want more advice, feel free to PM me.
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Timothy D. Swieter, P.E.
www.brilldea.com - Prop Blade, LED Painter, RGB LEDs, 3.0" 16:9 LCD Composite video display, eProto for SunSPOT, PropNET, PolkaDOT-51
www.tdswieter.com
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But what they don't tell you - and what they keep a deep dark secret - is that your final REAL test happens late at night, after they show up at your door and drag you outside. I am sworn to secrecy but I can tell you this: the final exam involves your leaping through a flaming hoop multiple times backwards while naked except for the magnesium wool that they superglue to your groin and hind quarters.
Good luck!
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Timothy D. Swieter, P.E.
www.brilldea.com - Prop Blade, LED Painter, RGB LEDs, 3.0" 16:9 LCD Composite video display, eProto for SunSPOT, PropNET, PolkaDOT-51
www.tdswieter.com
As a fellow PE (or as here in Canada it's called a P.Eng.) congratulations on achieving that distinction. I'm certain you will do your profession proud.
As I have now had the pleasure of practicing the profession for 43 years, I'm still working and remarkably, learning every day. I expect you will be fully exhillarated by your profession, and will also learn more every day. You are very lucky.... your journey is just beginning.
Next time I'm in Singapore (I still stay in touch with a company I owned there years ago), which might possibly be as early as the next several months, I would like to look you up and trade some "war stories".
Cheers
Peter (pjv)
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Timothy D. Swieter, P.E.
www.brilldea.com - Prop Blade, LED Painter, RGB LEDs, 3.0" 16:9 LCD Composite video display, eProto for SunSPOT, PropNET, PolkaDOT-51
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Timothy D. Swieter, P.E.
www.brilldea.com - Prop Blade, LED Painter, RGB LEDs, 3.0" 16:9 LCD Composite video display, eProto for SunSPOT, PropNET, PolkaDOT-51
www.tdswieter.com
Congratulations! You've been in pursuit of the PE for quite some time and we're happy that you achieved the goal! Nice work!
I had meant to write you a message about Spinneret software. We need to send you a couple of boards. Thomas is having them built this week.
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Ken Gracey
Parallax Inc.
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BTW) Dowsing yourself in an inert oil might solve the magnesium issue, at least until the magnesium can safely be removed ... the oil might even help you out with the super glue. So quite literally you could kill two (ahem) birds with one stone
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Beau Schwabe
IC Layout Engineer
Parallax, Inc.
Just take a swim in the gulf to get coated with oil.
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The P.E. (or P. Eng. here in Canada) is a significant accomplishment and will only grow in value as you gain experience.
Now, get involved with the professional association wherever you may be. The contacts you make will help your career down the road.
Tom Sisk, P. Eng.
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Tom Talbot
New Market, MD, USA
Erco - why not take the PE? At least start reading and studying and maybe this fall or next spring you can take it.
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Timothy D. Swieter, P.E.
www.brilldea.com - Prop Blade, LED Painter, RGB LEDs, 3.0" 16:9 LCD Composite video display, eProto for SunSPOT, PropNET, PolkaDOT-51
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But having read it, and seeing the OP was nearly 8 years ago, I'm curious...
So Timothy, what happened? Where did your PE lead you to? Good things I hope.
Thanks for asking, and for taking care of the SPAM.
Has it been 8 years already?
One of the reasons I wanted the PE was for a personal satisfaction on engineering.
Another reason is that it is looked highly upon in the theme park industry, if you are designing rollercoasters and safety systems, it is a good credibility. Though we don't usually stamp drawings for control systems as they aren't submitted to a governing authority for review.
In 2015 I left working full-time in entertainment industry. For nearly three years now I've been designing businesses and working with startups at Steelcase. This role doesn't require a PE, however there are some circles and startups that I get talking to and I can proudly wear the engineering hat. My role now covers a wide gamut from user desirability to financial modeling to prototyping and building. The PE doesn't specifically lend to any of this, yet the curiosity I have from engineering and the drive to achieve and meet my goals are components that matter a lot in business and building something of value for others.
I keep my PE up in the state of Florida, which involves continuing education. I still do some theme park consulting too. Maybe I will return to that some day. I'm still proud of the PE and encourage other engineers to pursue. Some careers it is a must, I have a couple friends who are Civil Engineers, others it is a nice to have.
I think personal satisfaction is the best reason to do such a thing. If one is not curious or passionate about it and only doing it for the job prospects then it is going to be a drudge and probably lead one to a job that is a misery.
Certainly demonstrating one has some brains, but more importantly has enthusiasm and staying power to get the thing done carries a lot of weight and earns respect. Even if one ends up doing something only tangentially related.
Anyway, after all this time, well done!