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Below you can find the FE review material for each discipline. In each section, you will find the corresponding PDF notes as well as the recorded review lecture(s).
Additional information about the requirements for the FE exam can be found in the Introduction to Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam section.
Introduction to Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam
What is the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam?
The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is the first of two examinations that engineers must pass in order to be licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States. It is designed for recent graduates and students who are close to finishing an undergraduate engineering degree from an EAC/ABET-accredited program.
The FE exam is a computer-based exam administered year-round at NCEES-approved Pearson VUE test centers. The NCEES policy allows examinees to take the FE exam once during any two-month testing window, and no more than three times in a twelve-month period.
More information about the FE Exam requirements can be found here: https://engineering.tamu.edu/academics/fe-exam.html
Why should I take the FE Exam?
- Taking the FE exam is the first step towards obtaining a Professional Engineering (PE) license
- After taking and passing the FE exam, applicants are encouraged to take the PE exam
- Those that pass FE exam, can request and obtain an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification
- EIT certification is viewed very favorably by employers
- After taking and passing PE exam, and meeting all the requirements (i.e. years of experience), applicants can obtain PE license
- PE license helps with consulting opportunities and career advancement
- Some employers pay engineers more if they have the EIT certification and/or PE license
When should I take the FE exam?
An undergraduate student who is within two full-time semesters (not including summer sessions) of graduating and who is enrolled in an EAC/ABET-accredited engineering program, or an ETAC/ABET-accredited four year baccalaureate engineering technology program. The best time to take the FE is during the student’s last semester.
How do I register for taking the FE exam?
Register for the FE exam by creating and logging in to a MyNCEES account and following the onscreen instructions.
What should I expect in the FE exam?
The FE exam includes 110-questions. The exam takes about 6 hours to complete and includes the following:
- Nondisclosure agreement (2 minutes)
- Tutorial (8 minutes)
- Exam (5 hours and 20 minutes)
- Scheduled break (25 minutes)
What version of the FE exam is more appropriate for me?
The FE is offered in seven disciplines. Specifications for each discipline are as follows:
- FE Chemical
- FE Civil
- FE Electrical and Computer
- FE Environmental
- FE Industrial and Systems
- FE Mechanical
- FE Other Disciplines
How do I prepare or study for the FE exam?
In general, most students need to set aside about 8 weeks, 4-6 hrs/week to review all the material necessary for the FE exam. Setting time aside each Saturday or Sunday works best for most students. As part of this website, you can find review notes and recorded lectures prepared by TAMU faculty at no cost to you. Also, after registering or logging in to MyNCEES, you should be able to download a free copy of the FE Reference Handbook. Also, it is highly recommended that you obtain a practice exam from NCEES as follows:
https://account.ncees.org/exam-prep/
Where can I find more information about the FE exam?
The National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) is the entity responsible for preparing and administering the exam. More information about the FE exam can be found here:
https://ncees.org/engineering/fe/
- NCEES Examinee Guide: https://ncees.org/examinee-guide/
- YouTube videos for examinee from NCEES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiZ0hjHNi9jwKIYzX6dyB6rhiEPOP9o87
Once I pass the FE exam, what steps do I need to follow to obtain the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification?
Only the corresponding state licensing board can grant an EIT certification. In Texas, please use the following site to apply for the EIT certification: https://pels.texas.gov/lic_eit_exinfo.htm
What do I need to do to obtain a professional engineering license?
To obtain a professional engineering license, first the applicant should take the Professional Engineering (PE) exam in the corresponding discipline. NCEES also administers the PE exam for each State in the USA. More information about the PE exam can be found here: https://ncees.org/engineering/pe/
Once I pass the PE exam, how do I apply for the PE license?
Information about the requirement for the PE license in the State of Texas can be found here: https://engineers.texas.gov/app/
Where can I find more information about the PE license application process?
Information about the PE license application process in the State of Texas can be found here: https://pels.texas.gov/lic_app.htm
Recorded Informational Session with Questions and Answers (Q&A) (← click this link)
Power Point Presentation with Information about FE and PE Exams: FE-Exam-Overview
Introduction to FE Review Material (Legacy)
Introduction (PDF notes)
Chemistry
chem0-60 (chemistry: recorded review 1)
Chem60-94 (chemistry: recorded review 2)
Chem94-132 (chemistry: recorded review 3)
Math
Computers
Dynamics
Economics
Economics 1 (0-10): recorded review 1
Economics 1 (10-20): recorded review 2
Economics 1 (20-30): recorded review 3
Economics 1 (30-40): recorded review 4
Economics 1 (40-50): recorded review 5
Economics 1 (50-60): recorded review 6
Economics 1(60-70): recorded review 7
Economics 1 (70-80): recorded review 8
Economics 1 (80-90): recorded review 9
Economics 1 (90-103): recorded review 10
Economics 2 (0-30): recorded review 11
Economics 2 (30-end): recorded review 12
Electricity
Ethics
Fluids
Materials
Materials 0-116a: recorded review 1
Materials 0-116b: recorded review 2
Materials 116-150: recorded review 3
Statics
Statics 1 (0-30): recorded review 1
Statics 1 (30-60): recorded review 2
Statics 1 (60-90): recorded review 3
Statics 1 (90-120): recorded review 4
Statics 2 (0-30): recorded review 5
Statics 2 (30-60): recorded review 6