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My Personal Experience in Preparing for the CA ...

My personal experience in preparing for the CA Seismic exam was a really rocky road. I hope that by sharing some of the lessons I learned along the way, you'll...

My Personal Experience in Preparing for the CA ...

My personal experience in preparing for the CA Seismic exam was a really rocky road. I hope that by sharing some of the lessons I learned along the way, you'll...

Why It's So Important to Take the FE Exam in Un...

The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is a comprehensive test of the knowledge and experience that is obtained in undergraduate education. The FE is the first step to becoming a...

Why It's So Important to Take the FE Exam in Un...

The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is a comprehensive test of the knowledge and experience that is obtained in undergraduate education. The FE is the first step to becoming a...

What is the difference between the PE Civil Bre...

Are you thinking about taking the PE Civil exam? If so, you may be wondering what the difference is between the breadth section of the exam and the depth section....

What is the difference between the PE Civil Bre...

Are you thinking about taking the PE Civil exam? If so, you may be wondering what the difference is between the breadth section of the exam and the depth section....

What are PDH Engineering Credits?

If you're familiar with the engineering world or industry, you've probably heard the term "PDH." This three-letter acronym plays a big part in engineering license renewal. If you're wondering what...

What are PDH Engineering Credits?

If you're familiar with the engineering world or industry, you've probably heard the term "PDH." This three-letter acronym plays a big part in engineering license renewal. If you're wondering what...

Chemical Admixtures in Concrete

Chemical Admixtures in Concrete Concrete is composed of Portland cement, water, and coarse and fine aggregates. Chemical admixtures are added to the mix immediately before or during placement. These are...

Chemical Admixtures in Concrete

Chemical Admixtures in Concrete Concrete is composed of Portland cement, water, and coarse and fine aggregates. Chemical admixtures are added to the mix immediately before or during placement. These are...

Reducing Utility Cuts

If you've ever driven in an urban or residential area, you've probably encountered a utility cut. A utility cut is a section of pavement that has been removed to perform...

Reducing Utility Cuts

If you've ever driven in an urban or residential area, you've probably encountered a utility cut. A utility cut is a section of pavement that has been removed to perform...

Full Depth Reclamation: Sustainable Pavement Re...

According to the 2017 ASCE Infrastructure Report Card, our nation's roadway infrastructure is in poor condition. There is an ever-increasing backlog of rehabilitation needs with minimal resources. In fact, this...

Full Depth Reclamation: Sustainable Pavement Re...

According to the 2017 ASCE Infrastructure Report Card, our nation's roadway infrastructure is in poor condition. There is an ever-increasing backlog of rehabilitation needs with minimal resources. In fact, this...

Taking the FE Exam While You're Still in College

As an NCEES exam prep provider, we are often asked by potential students when they should take the FE exam. Should they take it after gaining some experience after college?...

Taking the FE Exam While You're Still in College

As an NCEES exam prep provider, we are often asked by potential students when they should take the FE exam. Should they take it after gaining some experience after college?...

The Architect's Role with Means and Methods

The activities of the contractor during construction are often referred to as the means and methods. Scenario: The architect comes to the site for construction observation and notices that there are...

The Architect's Role with Means and Methods

The activities of the contractor during construction are often referred to as the means and methods. Scenario: The architect comes to the site for construction observation and notices that there are...

Guaranteed Maximum Price vs. Estimated Maximum ...

  Building construction is not an easy task. There are not only a lot of moving parts in the process of construction; behind the scenes, there is a flurry of...

Guaranteed Maximum Price vs. Estimated Maximum ...

  Building construction is not an easy task. There are not only a lot of moving parts in the process of construction; behind the scenes, there is a flurry of...

Pure CM vs. Construction Manager-as-Agent vs. C...

Construction managers (CMs) are often involved in large and complex construction projects. CMs offer a unique skill set and experience as they are trained specifically for building construction management through...

Pure CM vs. Construction Manager-as-Agent vs. C...

Construction managers (CMs) are often involved in large and complex construction projects. CMs offer a unique skill set and experience as they are trained specifically for building construction management through...

ARE Study Materials

NCARB offers a list of study materials for each exam in the ARE 5.0 Handbook (downloadable as a PDF on its site). However, if you add up the costs of all the...

ARE Study Materials

NCARB offers a list of study materials for each exam in the ARE 5.0 Handbook (downloadable as a PDF on its site). However, if you add up the costs of all the...

Featured Famous Engineer: The Father of the Iro...

Do you live by a river, stream, or any other waterway? If so, chances are you cross a bridge often during a commute- whether it be to work, to school,...

Featured Famous Engineer: The Father of the Iro...

Do you live by a river, stream, or any other waterway? If so, chances are you cross a bridge often during a commute- whether it be to work, to school,...

What is Control Systems Engineering?

Have you ever heard of Control Systems Engineering? The field of Control Systems Engineering is a great, integrated field to go into. You can learn about the field below: Table...

What is Control Systems Engineering?

Have you ever heard of Control Systems Engineering? The field of Control Systems Engineering is a great, integrated field to go into. You can learn about the field below: Table...

Risk Management in Engineering

An example of Why Risk Management is Important in Engineering You were granted your first project as an engineer. Excited and confident in your project planning abilities, you get to...

Risk Management in Engineering

An example of Why Risk Management is Important in Engineering You were granted your first project as an engineer. Excited and confident in your project planning abilities, you get to...

Benefits of Architect Licensing: Salary, Career...

As an ARE 5.0 exam prep provider, we often get asked what the benefits are of becoming a licensed architect. Becoming a licensed architect may seem like a daunting task,...

Benefits of Architect Licensing: Salary, Career...

As an ARE 5.0 exam prep provider, we often get asked what the benefits are of becoming a licensed architect. Becoming a licensed architect may seem like a daunting task,...

Cloverleaf and Diamond Interchanges: Advantages...

Did you know that the average American drives 13,474 miles a year?  That equates to over 1,000 miles a month and almost 40 miles a day! As a society that...

Cloverleaf and Diamond Interchanges: Advantages...

Did you know that the average American drives 13,474 miles a year?  That equates to over 1,000 miles a month and almost 40 miles a day! As a society that...

Everything to Know about FE CBT Exams: Pass Rat...

So, you're thinking about taking the FE exam? Great! You are on the first step of becoming a Professional Engineer. The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE, previously known as EIT) exam...

Everything to Know about FE CBT Exams: Pass Rat...

So, you're thinking about taking the FE exam? Great! You are on the first step of becoming a Professional Engineer. The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE, previously known as EIT) exam...

"Which FE Exam Should I Take?": Taking the FE O...

When I was a kid, I remember going to my family reunion every summer and getting asked TONS of questions about what I wanted to do with my life -...

"Which FE Exam Should I Take?": Taking the FE O...

When I was a kid, I remember going to my family reunion every summer and getting asked TONS of questions about what I wanted to do with my life -...

The History and Evolution of Engineering Techno...

When one thinks of engineering, they most likely think of Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or another division of engineering. Did you know that engineers have been around since the Ancient Era (c 2600 B.C)? Although...

The History and Evolution of Engineering Techno...

When one thinks of engineering, they most likely think of Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or another division of engineering. Did you know that engineers have been around since the Ancient Era (c 2600 B.C)? Although...