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The construction and geotechnical PM exams vary in certain respects, such as the various code books that are required when taking the construction module. When taking the AM exam, did you do well in the geotechnical or structural portions? This can potentially give you an indication on whether...

Before moving to WA, I originally passed the PE exam in Michigan. After submitting my documents, it took eight weeks to receive approval from the state.

From the Amazon product page: This book was written specifically for those taking the Civil: Geotechnical PE Exam. The multiple-choice sample exam, similar in format of the actual exam, provides additional practice to help you succeed. Features: • A 40 question Civil breadth exam covering all...

Looks like you are on the right track. You already have the advantage of taking a similar exam (congratulations by the way on passing the Mechanical PE exam). If you have the time and money, I would recommend taking a review course. Experts (licensed engineers or academic faculty) provide...

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Hello everyone, I used this forum back when I was studying for the PE exam and found it very helpful. A lot of good information on here. I am now hoping I can assist others who are studying for the PE. Since I was unable to locate my previous username, I created a new one. Good luck to...

Given your background, it appears that you would like to allocate more of your time to study for the Breadth exam. As others have suggested, the CERM has some excellent information but can be time consuming to review all of the chapters, and so taking a couple sample exams will assist in...

I would recommend the following resources: -CERM -Metcalf & Eddy textbooks -Review course notes (typically a binder is provided since looseleaf paper is not permitted) -Dictionary to solve qualitative questions -NAVFAC Soils Manuals -Hydraulics textbook Make sure you have references...

While my MS degree was full-time and in a classroom setting, upon graduation, I enrolled in an online Graduate Certificate Program in Heavy Construction Project Management at the University of Washington. Since this was not a Masters Degree, I won't fill out the entire questionnaire but instead...

There are several excellent resources on this topic (i.e. forming a new engineering business), including information that can be found through the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the American Consulting Engineers Council (ACEC). If you're also looking to take Business and Management...

Using the entire 4 hour time limit is wise for each session. The units should be noted as the exam uses both the International System of Units (SI) and the US Customary System (USCS). I would also recommend re-reading the problem to clarify a question or find information that is needed to...

For additional reference on MSE walls, please refer to Sections 12-2 and 12-3 from Bowles, J.E. (1996), Foundation Analysis and Design, 5th edition. It provides a great description on design procedures, for both internal and external stability, including selecting spacing for reinforcement...

It appears that you are on the right track. Please keep in mind that having too many books on the desk will only consume valuable time in sorting through the stack. Since an average of six minutes should be spent per problem, choosing a few main reference manuals that have been tabbed will allow...