Engineering vs. Other (appropiatly placed this time, I hope)

[jaer57]

Would the PE be the same for an EET as it is for an EE? There seems to be alot of debate out there as to wether or not EETs are "real engineers". If the licencure is the same, I think that should settle the debate.

Thanks so much for the encouragement and advice.

It depends on the state. Here in Maryland the answer is yes; ABET accredited EET degrees can sit for the EIT and PE exams without any extra experience. I suggest googling the licensure body for your state and asking them directly before you decide. Also, if you get licensed in one state, it seems that all the states will reciprocate it with just a fee and no need for extra exams if you move to another state.

I do hear this debate alot, too, especially since I have a non-engineering degree and do engineering work half the time. I don't take it personally; academic snobbery exists in all professions. I will never have an engineering bachelor's degree, but that doesn't mean I can't be a good engineer. I've worked with several who don't have engineering degrees but are great engineers. Good luck!