Civil Engineer Reacts to Taking the Toughest Board Exam | S.E. Exam (Structural)
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- Civil Engineer Reacts to Taking the Toughest Engineering Board Exam - S.E. (Structural Engineering) Licensing Exam. Find out my experiencing taking the S.E. exam, what the exam is, why it's so difficult, how I studied, and how I think I did on it on the S.E. Licensing Exam.
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Hey Mat, would love to know more about afternoon portions of SE exam. I'm planning to take it next year and I'm nervous! Thank you!
Do you need to have a master's degree before taking SE exam?
recommended books for Professional structural engineering please.
Slabs and coulmns design by ACI & BSI
Wood design examples please
SE license is only required for Hospitals and Schools in California. I think it's important to note that the SE license is not required for almost all projects structural projects. A PE license can design a skyscrapper or a bridge the same as an SE and has the same weight.
True! Another thing to keep in mind for mid-larger size firms, depending on their policies and where they have projects, the S.E. license may also be required (or highly valued) to be promoted to higher up positions, especially to the principle levels.
@@MatPicardal are work experiences required in order to take the exam?
@Jetsun Leonhardt Ty Thinley ty
In GA, beginning Jan. 1, 2021, SE license is required for designated structures. Here are the examples of designated structures (from GA statues). It is very easy to get with an occupied floor above 45 ft.
- Buildings in Risk Category III or IV as defined by the International Building Code
- Buildings with a covered gross area of 100,000 square feet or more
- Buildings with an occupied floor elevation 45’ or more above the average ground level
- Buildings with a height to least width aspect ratio of the structural lateral load resisting buildings system is great than or equal to seven
- Buildings designed using nonlinear time history analysis or special seismic energy dissipation systems
- Bridges designated as “complex bridges” by the Georgia Department of Transportation
@@denfl6605 more than likely this came about because people were not practicing within their field of experience and requirements needed to be pushed legislatively. Same thing happened with Civil Engineers and Land Surveyors. To many screw ups happen when individuals are given the right to choose what is considered adequate experience and competency.
I am encouraged by my manager to read ACI 318 before I go to bed everyday. I find it pretty effective getting me to sleep.
I took the PE in Phoenix on the same weekend as you took the SE. One day is brutally long. I can't imagine time getting doubled up.
Nice work Matt! I hope you pass in one shot!
Haha true about the ACI. Awesome, hope you passed the PE as well Steve!
Interesting, and a different style from the IStructE exam that we have in the UK (and various other countries) We have a 7 hour exam day where you get to choose from 1 of 5 questions which gives you an architectural brief and you have to do a couple of developed scheme designs, justify your choice for which to take to detailed design, then write a letter to the client usually about a change to the design and the repercussions or options available then detailed calculations, drawing for tender and a construction programme and method statement. The test is less about knowing certain code clauses, more about showing how you scheme design and what elements you consider important to design for and what to show in a tender pack. It's also around 30% pass rate as the speed you have to work at to do all that is intense. Good to know you guys also have challenging exams too!
Thanks for your response Chris, I'm not too familiar with other country's licensing exams so I appreciate the info, that's pretty interesting!
It’s 30 years since I did mine. But what I recall is the design process has to be intuitive. This only comes with several years of the right experience. I was lucky in that I spent a few years doing design and build tenders for contractors. So essentially a quick design solution for a complex building or bridge, good enough for costing in a few days that wins the tender but is safe and makes the contractor money.
Nothing like experience. I went into the exams with loads of books but you don’t have the time to read them, hand calcs, sketches, commercial skills, contracts. Also best to do it with 5-10 years experience, any later you won’t be fast enough. Today I am a fellow of istructe so I just direct others to do the hard work.
Good luck bro. I hope you pass. The feeling of being in that seat during the exam day is really tense. And AISC and ACI codes are really a lot to read and understand.
Thanks Stuart! They are difficult, I opted for classes that simplified and explained it instead of me reading it 1000 thousands.
When I took Statics, Strenght of Mat and Structural Analysis and Det, I decided to chose Engineering Mngmt😅. Not because I failed but because I realized that it's too much stress. Later I met ACI, ASCE and ASTM at work🤭
CONGRATULATIONS Mat on a momentous achievement.
Thanks Francisco, appreciate the support!
Fellow SE. took one of the first iterations. It is a beating. Sound understanding of first principles and fundamentals is key to being able to properly apply and follow the intent of the many codes. Always keep that in mind. Great work and hope to see your reaction video when you pass!
And here I am doing my level 3 engineering course, learning about simple truss analysis... LOL
Desiging Steel structure is boring!!😒😒😪
👍👍👍
Am here doing my second year of civil engineering course😩
@@derickmutuma3012 I started my Engineering HNC last week 😃
I’m sharing your vid. I took the SE in 2012 and studied for about 1 year. I’m sure you’ve passed. Sometimes it’s apparent when someone is not in the path long enough or even on the right path. That makes a big difference. It seems like you’re there my friend. ;)
Thanks for sharing Ryan! Hoping to get more exposure to the structural engineer!
The FE exam seems like a quiz compared to this S.E. Exam. Great video Mat and the next topic is exactly what I need. Looking forward to that.
Gawing, thanks, looking forward to making it.
And youtubers make $150k a month doing "tinder in real life" videos or "catching gold diggers".
The only down to earth comment of all the above (or below). You nailed down to the core of the issue my friend.
Its not the money its the experience.
Well I agree if we are only concerned about the money. But the passion and sense of purpose on engineering that you feel when your project saves lives is far better than earning a huge amount of money from doing non sense things.
Congratulations Mat! Hope to give this exam on the future, gotta get the FE and some experience first!
You got this!
I teach structural design to undergrad students in Panama, we cover the ACI and AISC codes, we go all the way to seismic design of buildings. By law as soon you get the CE diploma you can design, however, I believe it should be mandatory to take the EIT and PE exams, there is too much responsability...
Looolll with you speeding through (what I still and will probably always call) appendix d.
I took the pe (civil structural) for the bajillionth time in October too. Fingers crossed for both of us.
Best of luck Jenna!
I took SE exam vertical on October 2020. Congratulation Mat! I think it was really tough. I hope to pass it at this time.
Thanks Aiden, best of luck to you as well!
God im scared to take my F.E on april and you take this true beast. Mad props man!
You got this! Stepping stones!
It's kinda intimidating, what's the approximate anual salary of an engineer with SE in California? Nice video Mat🔥
Last I checked, new S.E. license is around $100k+ if you're around 6 years of of experience, but depends on the company.
@brandon thats engineer life lol
Interesting video. I've been working as a structural engineer in Ontario for almost 15 years. British Columbia has something similar, but it's an additional program that new engineers need to take if they want to practice there. Though this is 10 courses that are fairly practical, I've audited a couple of them and they are rather useful in professional development as they will use updated codes (like designing concrete structures for seismic requirements to the updated CSA A23.3-14).
Studying is great but IMO there is no alternative to having a good background you get from practicing.
This exam sounds similar to one that I plan on taking, which is internationally recognized, which is the MIStructE through the Institute of Structural Engineers. This is an exam plus an interview.
Hope you passed the board exam, it sounds like you've definitely put in a lot of effort into it!
I’m very nervous as a sophomore in engineering when I’m learning things online. I’m afraid I won’t know anything by the time I graduate
I graduated this spring and I'll tell you right now, fresh out of school I felt like I didn't know anything. I actually started working in January but I wasn't taking any major structural classes during my last semester. I know everyone says this, but your learn so much more on the job than in school. Make sure you grasp the fundamental concepts and when you start in the industry make sure you ask every question that comes up. If you ever are unsure on something or you have an engineering question, ask. A year ago I had no idea I would be where I am today.
Know your statics, strength of materials, and steel/concrete classes. They won't be enough to prepare you for real work, but that's the minimum you should know. Every engineer goes through it, no one knows anything going in, but keep curious, ask questions, and you'll get through it.
@@MatPicardal thank you very much. Makes me feel better lol
@@civeng1357 As long as you're up for it and willing to work, listen and work hard you won't go too far wrong in a good company. Good luck!
Pay attention on zoom. I graduated this year and still haven't passed my EIT and I was on the same boat as you. Just do your best and start studying ASAP. It's all about the manual.
Man i can tell from your face the amount of time you stayed up studying, and how hard you worked. I’m a senior civil engineer student. I wish you all the best in your career 🤛🏼🤛🏼
Thanks Smoke, all worth it! Enjoy the process!
Great video sir, I enjoy the fact that you are increasing awareness of the industry/profession. I was fortunate enough to take/pass the SE exam back before COVID, so good luck on your results - hopefully you do not have to go through a second round.
Great to hear Stephen and congrats!
Lawyers and Doctors earn much more than Civil-Structural Engineers at any level of their career. I'm glad you compared the statistics on the board exam difficulty level. However, $100k+ after 6 years does not commensurate to the above-mentioned professions. Doctors earn $250k+ while corporate Lawyers earn $400K+.
$100k is not a lot of money in California or New York. ASCE needs to have this conversation.
Definitely agree on that. Up to us as an industry to try and resolve it.
@@MatPicardal True!
Hi Matt! I really hope that you get your SE license.
In your videos you have mainly spoken about going into a career track of buildings and bridges.
What do structural engineers need to do in order to enter the oil and gas industry?
Really hoping for you to answer this
Hmm, wish I could help on that, I'm not familiar. My suggestion is to find engineers that work in that industry (LinkedIn, alumni, professional organizations), and ask for 10-15 minute informational interview so you can find out about it and how they got in.
Codes are interesting...they indirectly shape u to be a perfect engineer.
Just took it (October 2023) and passed both components on the first try. I took the bridges exam. I found the morning sessions to be WAY more difficult than the afternoon sessions. The afternoon sessions were on topics that I understand well because it is what I do on a daily basis. The morning sessions were very tough for me because most of it is about buildings and non-bridge structures that I don't design.
Good luck. I passed the vertical (bridges) right away but the lateral (bridges) portion took me a few tries since I don't deal with earthquakes. Now that I passed it, I am thankful for it because it really and truly has helped me with my career, especially on the technical side. However, when I was taking it (and failing lateral), I though why the hell would anyone want to take this, if their state does not require it. I am in Chicago, and Illinois requires ALL structures be sealed by a licensed SE, so I had no choice.
This exam is still far more difficult than it should be and it is not offered enough. The pass rates are abysmal. The rates you showed in your video were actually on the high-side, if you can believe it. (Check April 2018 rates).
Lastly, I also took the AEI course (EET when I took it) and I would recommend that course to anyone. In my opinion it is far superior to PPI or School of PE (I took them both as well).
Again, good luck, and hopefully you get those two ACCEPTABLES.
I am a 16 years old girl from the Philippines and an aspiring engineer...
I am always searching for the answer to my question "Is it possible for a girl to be an Engineer?"
I always want to be one because I want to build strong buildings or structures but I don't know what it is called until I saw your channel 1 year ago Mr. Mat Picardal, and it inspire me to be a Structural Engineer and make changes in the future.
Please give me some advice...
Goodluck. I recommend you to study in advance for the lessons to be taken engineering.
Absolutely! My "bosses" are both female and they've had a big impact in my structural engineering career. You can do it!
@@clintjhanruales4679 Thank you!
@@MatPicardal Thank you Mr. Mat! Hope to learn more from you☺️
I am a retired Civil with a PE License, but never went after my SE. I regret it. I worked in a field that really didn't require an SE, but it was challenge I regret not taking. Kind of felt unfulfilled.
Congratulations !! you rocks! I see all your videos from Bolivia!
You rock!
Great video Mat! I'll be gearing up to take the SE exam next fall/winter. Not looking forward to hermit mode...
Thanks Chris, you got this! #hermitcrabbing
Why is UPSC so tough?
The Exam Pattern
The first factor that makes the IAS exam tough is the UPSC exam pattern. It consists of three stages:
UPSC Prelims
UPSC Mains
UPSC Board Interview
You have to cross each stage to move onto the next. And it can be rightly said that the difficulty factor increases with each stage. The last stage can also be a tough nut to crack because here the UPSC tests not only your knowledge and ability to write but even your personality and ability to deal with situations. It takes a special kind of preparation to overcome the UPSC interview stage
The pass percentage
If you look at the success rate in the IAS exam, you will understand why it is considered one of the toughest exams in India and some say, the world. Every year, lakhs of people take the IAS prelims exam. Out of this, only about 25% clear it and move onto the IAS mains. Again, from this number, roughly 15% make it to the interview stage. In the interview stage, the success rate is about 50%. So, if you see, on the whole, the pass percentage in the UPSC exam is less than 1%. This is a disheartening figure. But cheer up, with the right kind of IAS preparation, you can fall within this 1%.
Prelims is not cleared by 25 percent. When I appeared 5 lac had appeared in prelims and 12000 qualified which is 2.4 percent. Was fortunate to bee among those 12000
Hoping you did well. I passed the Structural P.E. last year and that was intense.
Thanks Darren, and a big congrats to you!
Cong's Mat. You paid the Price and you made it.
From Uganda
Thank you Sempijja!
Good Luck. I'm sure you passed. I've only taken the first day vertical. Passed it. But surprisingly enough I came out of the morning session questioning my sanity and also whether I should even sit for the afternoon. Ironically with COVID I've been too busy to study for the 2nd day exam. Was going to take in April that was canceled. Now shooting for Next Spring. I also have two strikes against me, as I'm a Railroad Bridge Engineer, so not much experience with Buildings (pre 08-09 recession) and a little bit with Highway Bridges. Railroads are a little different ball game and something the SE does really lend itself to code wise. Although if I had my SE license I could have already stamped multiple railroad bridges in Illinois that I was the lead designer on.
O my idol structural engineer i miss you engr hahaha
Btw first 😁😁😁
Thanks for the support Rasmil!
@@MatPicardal hope you pass🙏🙏☝️
The State of Illinois also has a Structural Engineering (SE) license similar to California. In most other states a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) who has a specialty of structural engineering can design buildings and bridges. Thanks for the video Mat.
I am a professional structural engineer in Canada. Hopefully here only a P Eng is required. We have no S.Eng
Thanks for the info and comment Brian!
Great to have you back Mat!
Thanks Hector, looking forward to it!
I'm in Vancouver (Canada). I don't think we have an 'F.E.'. The equivalent of that here is simply obtaining a bachelor's degree, and afterwards you're given 'EIT' status by your employer. We have a 'P.E.' exam. But it's really just an ethics exam. Sadly, people just use a question bank to memorize the answers (engineering ethics are in the dumpster here sadly). Anyone can pass the P.E. exam once they have enough hours to qualify, and therefore there are people doing structural engineering with very little engineering knowledge. Some engineers graduate and think they don't have to keep learning. Instead they use their computer programs to churn out their work (with very mixed results). These types of engineers would not have a chance at the S.E. exam (or an F.E. exam for that matter).
In Vancouver, you need an S.E. designation (or IStruct. E. - the U.K. equivalent) to stamp certain buildings in certain municipalities. Typical examples would be occupancy types, exceeding a certain number of floors, etc... Some Canadian engineers also take exams to qualify as a Professional Engineer in certain U.S. states. These are also very hard exams to pass. I would say at least 50% of structural engineers in Canada right now cannot pass them. I kind of wish that instead of simply having an ethics exam to obtain P.E. status, it would also include something similar to the F.E. exam in the U.S.
Thanks for the informative comment! Always interesting to see how other countries approach their engineering licenses!
@@MatPicardal You're welcome! I should mentioned that like each State (I'm assuming) each individual Canadian province will have their own protocol. I'm enjoying the heck out of your videos. Structural Engineering is just a hobby of mine. But I can say for certain that you have a natural gift for describing engineering concepts very clearly.
Your videos are very educational. I love them. Looking forward to your next video.
More to come!
Great video Mat! For your next video, do you mind sharing your interning experience? How far we're you in your engineering career, how long we're you an intern, did you enjoy those days?
I'm really glad I caught this video so soon after your upload! Congrats on finishing your studying for the S.E. btw!
That's a great suggestion Robert, maybe My Structural Engineering Career Path video.
Thanks for inspiring Civil Engineers and Future Civil Engineers around the World👍🏻👍🏻 keep it up
It's my pleasure!
Yeah👍👍👍
I’ve been doing structural engineering for the past twenty. It is a very rewarding profession for me. We’re geeks and we love it. Good luck buddy. It only took me ten years to get my PE. HAHA
very nice video dud! thanks for sharing this information
Glad you liked it!
Missed you much Matt!
More to come!
How much is mechanics of materials implemented in structural analysis and civil engineering in comparison to structural engineering specifically? One part of me is thinking that all the information we need for material properties is given to us in the form of a manual, but another part of me is like “if you wanna be a SE, you gotta know this stuff regardless”
That's very low pass rate, can't wait to take it! BTW great lighting 👍
Thanks! 👍
Matt you have a wonderful page. I would like to tell you about Structural engineering in my country😔. In Iran, there is a similar precodure(basically we use a translation of American codes); however, a little bit more disastrous, you're gonna have to wait three years after your B.Sc. and have your mandotary military service finished inorder to getthe permission to take F.E. exam(FYI, the salary during M.service is less than 20 dollars in a month). The next problem is that inorder to upgrade your status you should wait for years to have permission to take the next level exam.All this alongside the fact that with the economical crysis people are facing, a professional SE's annual salary would not even reach 5k dollars😑 due the collapse of Iranian currency. It is basically living in hell in the real life.
My condolences Amir, that does not sound like a good situation at all 🙁.
Welcome back! Hope you’re happy with the results!
Thanks Ryan!
Congratulations Eng. Mat, I'm really happy for you.
Excuse me, do you think applying of a master's degree help us a lot to increase our knowledge in structural engineering or it just help us to build an academic career?
I found a master's really helped me out in seismic design philosophies and structural dynamics that's used in earthquake design in the industry. Not a requirement, but in seismic states such as California, an MS is almost a requirement because of seismic design.
@@MatPicardal Thanks a lot Eng. Mat; I wish you be the best of bests, and I'm waiting on fire for your next video; I think it will contain some valuable tips for fresh graduate like me, in co-operation with Eng. Abdelrahman Omar 💓.
I took the istructe years ago. Hardest exam ever, 8 hours.
Heard that exam is tough also!
@@MatPicardal it's the UK equivalent.
It would also be good if you could make a video solving some typical questions of this exam mat. As a structural engineer from India, I am curious about the type of questions being asked in this exam
Why though
Taking AEI for seismic with my exam this Saturday! Ahmed is an amazing professor, hope you passed man
He's one of the best!
Is it better to take the webinar or on-demand course?
congratulations for getting through it!
Thanks! The exam continues to you haunt you as you're waiting for results lol.
So... i just applied to 3 different types of engineering and this shows up in my recommended 🤔 i wonder whats going on
Best of luck on results from a fellow UCSD SE alum!
Thanks Dan!
I recall that I was using that anchor design formula in ACI 314 months ago, but now I’m back in school and pursuing a PhD for a career in environmental eng + data science...
Best of luck Gary! That sounds cool!
@@MatPicardal You too! Hope I can visit Southern California in the future when this pandemic is over. I spent 6 years in California studying Civil Eng.
Wahh!! I'm gonna take my CE Licensure Exam this May!!! Wish me luck 🥰
Good luck!!
I looked at the passing rate for the SE, the second time and is worst than the first...Translates to you know what you are doing study hard and still may not pass. The test is designed for you to failed not to test if you know what you are doing.
first time seeing your yt channel find this video valuable, currently studying bachelors degree at mexico (civil engineering) personally im loving structual engineering but i find some topics in materials engineering a bit difficult next semester will start with structural analysis, i would like to have a master and maybe a phd in civil engineering (S.E), have plans to migrate to canada with my bachelors degree and do a master about structural calculus or engineering,
Thanks Alex, wish you the best in your career path!
I skipped the PE (I'm not in Cali) because I didn't want to learn civil stuff. Luckily I passed the SE, but 0/10 would not recommend for anyone unless you really need it.
Nicely done Matt! Keep it up!
oh my God. I need to stay single until I make it to be SE. lol. You'll gonna pass it in God's grace.
lol thanks Julius!
I absolutely love your videos Mat!
I'll just say this much: I am not there yet, but I believe an "mr. incredible becoming uncanny" would apply for this exam near the end of that meme video. lol
Your videos are great, can you let us know how you did on the F.E. exam? Also would love to see a video on wood design!
Thanks Rey, the FE was a long time ago for me, but I know I studied pretty poorly (definitely did not study as intensely as the PE or SE), but still managed to pass somehow. I think if you're taking the FE seriously and study a decent amount, you should pass. Don't be the person that takes the FE just to see what it's like. Take it to pass the first time.
Just started studying for my FE! I got 7 weeks til testing day and studying slowly but surely
Mat, if you could, what books do you recommend for the lateral (especially seismic) for the SE exam?
I want to know more about the exam for P.E in Florida and also geotechnical ENG. In Florida thank you. I'm in first year of grad school (Geotechnics) and would like to start preparing now!
congratulations..! This system has to come to Turkey
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Hi sir mat. Long time no vlogging... Just kidding I know your busy for the preparation of you exam and here it is you’re back... anyway I have a question, does anyone can take a S.E. exam even I didn’t yet working there in the US and preparing to work there maybe year from now. My apologies for this question.
The S.E. is U.S. specific based. You need your F.E. and then P.E. licenses first, then work for a few years (3?) under a structural engineer. Then you're eligible to take it.
@@MatPicardal thanks for the info sir...
Hi again sir Mat, my apologies if I'm bothering you, I would like to ask, even I take Masters degree probably in the US, that still requires to undertake F.E, P.E and then S.E? or even aside from Masters degree, if I have APEC Engineers Accreditation, will that still needs those exams?
Hello Mat, I’m a big fan and have been following you for a while now. I am also considering to take my SE in April and I was wondering if you have come up with your own summaries (I believe you shared your masonry design summary notes before in one of your videos). If so, would you be willing to share them? I’m certain many people would be delighted.
I'd still have to make more of my own. AEI courses actually provide you summary sheets that I used for most of the exam.
Hi, great video dude, thanks.
Do you have to have a PE before you take the SE?
How long before you took the test did you take your refresher course?
Yup, PE then 3 years in industry. Usually 3 to 6 months depending on how hardcore you want to study. Average 300 hrs to stand a chance
You will do well Mat Picardal.
Thanks!
Then you never knew about mighty UPSC Indian exam. only 1000-1200 Maximum gets selected out of 1.2 Million applicants. What is the percentage. 0.001% pass rate.
It consists of 3 Sections:
1)Prelims(Objective - 1 paper - 3hr exam)
2)Mains(Descriptive - 6 papers | 3hr/exam)
3)Interview
This is the toughest exam IMO
İt's a kind of my dream to work with u in America. I don't even want anything in return. Just come there and learn something from u. Thanks a lot for ur advices bro
Funny dream!
Always welcome!
@@MatPicardal you are a great man Mat thank you. :)
Best of luck m8 you've got this in the bag
Hi Matt,
I watched this video and your video with Alexis on EMI. I am in the very early stages of preparation and putting my reference list together.
So far I have the SERM and all of the applicable codes.
My question is this - If you intend on taking the building depth module for Day 1 and 2, what additional studies should you be doing? Or is it enough to study the SERM?
One thing I considered was adding a few books on more sophisticated building analysis:
Tall building structures by Bryan Stafford Smith
Matrix analysis of framed structures by weaver and gere
Can you provide some insight? Again - Building depth modules for Day 1 and 2, additional study materials.
Thank you!
If you're committed to self-study and not doing any courses, here's a good list: www.ncsea.com/downloads/committee/docs/SE%20Exam%20Study%20Guide%20-%20rev.%2011.25.18.pdf
Every time I watch your videos carefully & take your words seriously.
Appreciate it!
brutal, brutal exam
The hardest part of the code are words. It can be applied easily in solutions. I didnt read all of the code but we are required to know how to use them when i took my board exam.
I hope you passed the test. I passed the SE Lateral last time, now beginning to prepare for SE gravity.
Been wanting to do this one for years. However, in my line of work there isn't much benefit to having my SE, and there's no one in my USACE district (out of 100+ engineers) who has it, so no one can sign off on my experience. The exam costs $1k to take and has a low pass rate, so I'll probably never end up getting it. Best of luck to you though!
Did you have to learn how to use any references that you hadn't used on the job?
Hi Alex, agreed definitively industry dependent and where you see yourself in the industry in the next 10+ years. In terms of time investment and even $$$ investment, it's a lot so a big decision and for sure not worth it for everybody and their situation.
Haha, yeah, I learned how to use all those tables in the AISC, etc.. I found out I've been doing steel bearing stiffener checks by hand for years like a sucker when there were tables for that :)
@@MatPicardal I learned about the bearing stiffeners when preparing for the PE!
I am from India my goal is to be structural engineer.. now I have completed my diploma .. now going to do degree.. looking forward to your guidance 😅
Wishing you the best! Hopefully my future videos can help.
good luck , wish you the bests
Thanks Iman!
I believe the SE is going all multiple choice in a few years. At that point I may consider taking it.
Hey dude, Have you ever seen the pass rate for Indian entrance exams? be it in any field of study, your country has high pass rates! Nice video by the way!!!❤️
Yes, been seeing some stats on those! That's pretty bad, so this videos primarily U.S. based and the exams here.
I'm a fresh graduate of civil engineering in the Philippines. Your videos inspire me :) Keep uploading, sir 😊
I'm preparing for the board exam here, and upon knowing how hard it is in the US, my knowledge is a dust lol
You can do it!
Is it true that in California, you can take your PE after 2 years of experience? I'm from Washington and I think they require 4 years
NY is 4 years also, i thought it was 4 years in all the states but maybe not
You'd have to check your states, I know the PE requirements keep changing. For me, my master's counted as 1 year of work experience, and I worked another year, then I took my P.E.
Yes, I flew down from Washington State to take the PE in California. I was able to obtain my PE license 2 years earlier.
Sounds about right haha. I am studying to take the SE in October 2021.
Best of luck Scott!
Thanks for sharing this information Mat. Is it possible to take F.E, P.E and S.E exams if I have my bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from another country rather than USA? Let's say, a Latin American country.
Hey Mat, currently a PE and am hoping to take the vertical portion of the SE this year. Maybe I'm being a chicken but did you consider splitting the vertical and horizontal portions of the exam?
in my country, pass rates are 0.1 percent and they take this exam in 4 hrs also we use adapted US building code. :|
it was very good in the past but I don't know what happened to them but they change the questions and now passing rates are very low. literally, you don't have time to open the code and calculations are extremely heavy.
The beginning of the video gave me anxiety cause I would love to be a structural engineer
Man . With all your knowledge, you think it’s hard then it’s impossible for me.
You got this!
@@MatPicardal I was not expecting you to reply my comment. As for suggestion, can you make some courses teaching structural designing or may you direct me to the right place( CZcams channel or website) to learn these stuffs. Thank you in advance!
Congratulations! 👏👏
Thank You Mat!
My pleasure!
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I'm a civil engineer in Perú. I graduated a year ago and I'm 25 now. I'm working as an structural civil engineer in a peruvian mining company, but i'll like to work someday in the US. Do you think is posible that foreign civil engineers can work in the US? Do you know anyone working as an engineer from this part of the world? By the way, i love your channel!!
I wish you success.mat
Thanks Joe!