( From the NCEES publication LICENSURE EXCHANGE, June 2010, ISSN NO. 1093-541X, VOLUME 14, ISSUE 3 – PAGE 8 ) Researching Closed-Book Policy for PE and PS Exams In order to address security concerns and computer-based testing issues, the EPE and EPS committees were charged with recommending a transition plan to move open-book exams to closed-book exams [...]
( From the NCEES publication LICENSURE EXCHANGE, June 2010, ISSN NO. 1093-541X, VOLUME 14, ISSUE 3 – PAGE 12 ) NCEES: Weighing the Impact of Criminal Convictions on Licensure By Rick Huett Committee on Law Enforcement Member The NCEES Model Law contains language that specifically addresses a board’s authority to take action relative to criminal convictions. In Section [...]
(From the NCEES publication LICENSURE EXCHANGE, June 2010, ISSN NO. 1093-541X, VOLUME 14, ISSUE 3 – PAGE 7) Key changes ahead for NCEES exams Policies and procedures introduced to increase security and improve exam offerings TIM MILLER, P.E. NCEES Director of Exam Services The October 2010 exam administration brings some important changes, including the introduction of new [...]
Perhaps you have wondered exactly when you should apply for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE aka “Engineer-in-Training” (EIT)) or Profesional Engineer (PE) exam. For example, if you want to take the exam in October 2010, when should you submit your application? The short answer is “it depends on your state” – but it really is never [...]
Check out this interesting and informative article in IEEE-USA Today’s Engineer Online <excerpt> Why Should You Become a Licensed Professional Engineer? by Mitchell A. Thornton When contemplating professional licensure, the central question for many electrical, computer and software engineers is: How will licensure benefit me? I will answer that question in this article, but first I’m [...]
