Approval to sit for the fundamentals-of-engineering examination (FE) is based upon satisfactory evidence that the applicant has completed a minimum of four years of practical engineering experience or four years of engineering education or a combination of both, as approved by the board.

1. (1) Experience: Qualifying practical experience should include some or all of the following:

   1. (a) Preparation of technical reports and specifications, including graphics;
   2. (b) Application of mathematical techniques to problem solving;
   3. (c) Application of the basic physical sciences (chemistry, physics, statics, and dynamics, etc.) in tasks;
   4. (d) Performing assignments, experiments and tests to general specifications;
   5. (e) Compilation and interpretation of data (statistical analysis, etc.);
   6. (f) Executing engineering tasks according to instructions;
   7. (g) Effective communication with associates and presenting recommendations and conclusions to supervisor;
   8. (h) Knowledge of the impacts of the products of technology on society (i.e., energy/environmental considerations).
2. (2) Education: A baccalaureate in engineering from an ABET accredited program meets the four-year requirement. Other education will be evaluated by the board.
3. (3) Any qualifying practical engineering experience may be combined with education to meet the four-year requirement as approved by the board.
4. (4) Approval to take the FE exam cannot be relied upon for approval to take the professional engineer (PE) examination.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.43.035. WSR 21-22-093, § 196-20-007, filed 11/2/21, effective 12/3/21.]