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Principles and Practice of Engineering exam
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<p>The Principles and Practice of Engineering exam is the examination required for one to become a <a href="/facts/Professional_engineer/qfGudU03">Professional Engineer</a> (PE) in the United States. It is the second exam required, coming after the <a href="/facts/Fundamentals_of_Engineering_exam/HYsEkS0u">Fundamentals of Engineering exam</a>. </p><p>Upon passing the PE exam and meeting other eligibility requirements, that vary by state, such as education and experience, an engineer can then become registered in their State to stamp and sign engineering drawings and calculations as a PE. </p><p>While the PE itself is sufficient for most engineering fields, some states require a further certification for structural engineers. These require the passing of the <a href="/facts/Structural_I_exam/VP84k5A8">Structural I exam</a> and/or the <a href="/facts/Structural_II_exam/VP84k5A8">Structural II exam</a>. </p><p>The PE Exam is created and scored by the <a href="/facts/National_Council_of_Examiners_for_Engineering_and_Surveying/ftk1yxXB">National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying</a> (NCEES). NCEES is a national non-profit organization composed of engineering and surveying licensing boards representing all states and U.S. territories. </p>