Licensure & Registration
Articles on EE, ECE, Computer and Software licensure and registration activities in the United States, and tips for preparing for the FE and PE Exams.
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Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam Takers Still Trying to Reach Pre-Pandemic Levels
The number of FE Exam takers for the Electrical & Computer module still have not returned to the highs reached before the pandemic.
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Using YouTube to Prep for the FE Exam
If you're considering taking the FE or PE exams, YouTube has some excellent resources for engineering students and young professionals.
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Five Reasons to Pursue Professional Licensure
Professional licensure offers a wide range of benefits, from increased career opportunities and earning potential to personal fulfillment and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on society.
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To P.E. or not to P.E. … the Story Continues
We revisit whether and why to seek professional licensure, look at updates to the licensure process, and share perspectives from industry and academia professionals.
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Professional Engineering Licensure Exam Dates
The National Council of Engineering Examination Services (NCEES) will be changing when some of its PE exams are offered.
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Licensure of Electronic, Computer and Software Engineers
A compelling need exists to ensure the products and services in evolving engineering fields meet public health, safety and welfare needs.
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OP-ED: Get Software Right: License Software Engineers
In this Op-Ed, past IEEE Computer Society President Jim Isaak says software PE licensing in the U.S. has been all but ignored, and then abandoned.
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The Importance of Professional Engineer (P.E.) Licensure for Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineers
Engineering licensure opens many pathways for personal growth — not just locally, but globally. It is both a rewarding experience and a mark of distinction.
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IEEE-USA Licensure & Registration Committee: PE Examination Update
IEEE-USA's Licensure & Registration Committee provides an update on changes and adjustments NCEES has made to its licensure exams.
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NCEES Fast Tracks the PE Power Exam to Computer-Based Testing
In response to COVID-19 restrictions, NCEES is fast-tracking the Electrical and Computer: Power exam's transition to computer-based testing (CBT).