FE and PE Exam Preparation, Licensing and Continuing Education

Engineering is one of society's most important professions. With a professional license, you demonstrate your commitment to high standards as well as to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare. Earning the distinction of professional engineer (P.E.) can lead to better job opportunities, increased pay, and much more. The following are the steps you must take to become licensed:

Step 1
Graduate from an accredited engineering program.

Step 2
Take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam to earn the Engineering Intern (EI) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) credential. Success rates are higher for those who take the exam right out of college. Learn how to prepare for the FE.

Step 3
Get four years of engineering experience. Requirements for the type of experience vary by jurisdiction.

Step 4
Take the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam. Upon successful completion you will be granted licensure and the designation of "professional engineer" (P.E.). Learn how to prepare for the PE.

Once you are licensed, you must take professional development courses in order to renew your license. Requirements may vary by jurisdiction.

FE and PE Exam Preparation

Kaplan AEC Education

Through a new strategic partnership with Kaplan AEC Education, SWE members can now receive a 20% discount on all exam preparation materials for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE) and Principles and Practice of Engineering exam (PE) the two exams necessary to become a licensed engineer.

Kaplan is the leader in standardized test preparation, and has been for nearly 70 years. Kaplan AEC Education, part of the Kaplan Professional division, is dedicated to exam preparation for Engineering, Architecture and Contracting licensure.

Professional licensure in Engineering will provide you:

Greater career opportunities

A competitive advantage in the job market

Higher salaries with the PE license

Freedom to have a portable license, open a private practice, enter into contracts and more.

To take advantage of this special 20% SWE discount on exam prep materials, visit www.swe.org/kaplan.

Kaplan AEC Education

SWE members save $50 (one-time only) off all Kaplan GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, SAT, or TOEFL classroom courses, premium online courses, or private tutoring programs. Visit www.kaptest.com/swe or call 1-800-KAP-TEST to enroll and use promotional code SWE50.

Additional FE and PE Exam Preparation Resources

Licensing

Continuing Education