Definition Of P E
Question:
What does “P.E.” stand for in building construction?
Answer:
P.E. stands for professional engineer. It applies to licensed engineers across all disciplines. Engineering is a profession devoted to designing, constructing and operating the structures, machines and other devices of industry and everyday life.
The primary types of engineering are chemical, civil, electrical, industrial and mechanical. An engineering education is based on a foundation of mathematics and science, followed by courses emphasizing the application of this knowledge to a specific field.
Before obtaining professional status, one must (1) obtain an engineering degree from an accredited university, (2) pass an Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) exam based on theoretical knowledge, (3) work for four years under a P.E., and (4) pass another exam based on practical experience.