- Purpose of the FE Exam
- Eligibility criteria
- Exam duration and format
- Total number of questions: 110 multiple-choice questions
- Computer-based testing
- Administered at NCEES-approved testing centers
- Two main sections: General Engineering and Mechanical Engineering
- Morning and afternoon sessions
No. | Knowledge Area | Subtopics | Question Probability |
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1. | General Engineering | ~55 questions | |
1.1 Mathematics | - Algebra - Trigonometry - Calculus - Linear Algebra - Numerical Methods |
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1.2 Engineering Probability and Statistics | - Descriptive Statistics - Probability Distributions - Estimation - Hypothesis Testing |
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1.3 Engineering Economics | - Time Value of Money - Project Evaluation - Depreciation - Inflation |
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1.4 Statics | - Equilibrium of Rigid Bodies - Frames and Trusses - Area Moment of Inertia |
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1.5 Dynamics | - Kinematics - Kinetics - Work, Energy, and Power - Impulse and Momentum |
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1.6 Mechanics of Materials | - Stress and Strain - Axial Loading - Torsion - Bending - Combined Loads |
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1.7 Fluid Mechanics | - Fluid Properties - Fluid Statics - Fluid Dynamics - Turbomachinery |
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1.8 Thermodynamics | - Energy, Work, and Heat - First Law - Second Law - Cycles - Mixtures |
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1.9 Material Science | - Structure of Materials - Properties - Processing - Performance |
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2. | Mechanical Engineering | ~55 questions | |
2.1 Heat Transfer | - Conduction - Convection - Radiation - Heat Exchangers - Mass Transfer |
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2.2 Mechanical Design and Analysis | - Static Failure Theories - Fatigue - Design Concepts - Engineering Standards |
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2.3 Control Systems | - Modeling - Time Response - Frequency Response - Stability - Controllers |
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2.4 Vibration | - Single Degree of Freedom Systems - Multi Degree of Freedom Systems - Continuous Systems |
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2.5 Mechanical Measurement and Instrumentation | - Sensors - Measurement Systems - Data Acquisition - Uncertainty Analysis |
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2.6 HVAC and Refrigeration | - Psychrometrics - Heating and Cooling Loads - Systems and Equipment - Energy Conservation |
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2.7 Energy Conversion Systems | - Power Cycles - Combustion - Renewable Energy - Energy Storage Systems |
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2.8 Manufacturing Processes | - Material Removal - Forming - Joining - Additive Manufacturing - Quality Control |
Note: The question probability indicates the approximate number of questions per topic on the FE Exam - Mechanical. The exact number of questions per topic may vary, as the distribution is based on the exam specifications provided by NCEES.
- Mathematics
Mathematics is a crucial topic for the FE Mechanical Exam. It forms the basis for understanding and solving engineering problems. Let's dive into the subtopics with some emojis.
- Linear Equations and Inequalities
- Quadratic Equations
- Systems of Equations
- Polynomials
- Exponents and Logarithms
- Complex Numbers 🔢
Here are quiz questions for each topic, formatted in LiaScript Markdown:
Linear Equations and Inequalities 📐
Solve the linear inequality:
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Quadratic Equations 🎯
What are the solutions for the quadratic equation
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Systems of Equations 🧮
Solve the following system of equations:
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2 { x+y=6 x−y=2
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Polynomials 🔢
What is the degree of the polynomial
[[2 | ( 4 ) | 3]]
Exponents and Logarithms 🔥
Simplify the expression:
[[1 | ( 1 ) | 2]]
Complex Numbers 🔢
What is the conjugate of the complex number
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- Trigonometric Functions (sin, cos, tan, etc.)
- Inverse Trigonometric Functions
- Trigonometric Identities 🆔
- Right Triangle Trigonometry
- Laws of Sines and Cosines
- Limits and Continuity
- Differentiation (Derivatives) 💹
- Integration (Integrals) 📉
- Applications of Integration
- Multivariable Calculus
- Differential Equations (ODEs and PDEs) 🌀
- Matrices and Matrix Operations
- Systems of Linear Equations
- Determinants
- Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors
- Vector Spaces and Linear Transformations
- Root Finding (Bisection, Newton-Raphson)
- Interpolation and Curve Fitting
- Numerical Differentiation and Integration
- Numerical Solutions of ODEs and PDEs
- Optimization (Linear and Nonlinear Programming)
- Heat Transfer
- Mechanical Design and Analysis
- Control Systems
- Vibration
- Mechanical Measurement and Instrumentation
- HVAC and Refrigeration
- Energy Conversion Systems
- Manufacturing Processes
- General Engineering: Approximately 55 questions
- Mechanical Engineering: Approximately 55 questions
- Exact number of questions per topic may vary; weightage is based on the exam specifications provided by NCEES
Note: The FE Exam - Mechanical consists of 110 multiple-choice questions, divided into two sections: General Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Each section contains approximately 55 questions, covering a range of topics as outlined above. The exact number of questions per topic may vary, as the distribution is based on the exam specifications provided by NCEES.
By the end of this module, you should have a strong foundation in high school physics and be able to apply your knowledge to solve real-world problems.