Publisher's Synopsis
Problems and Detailed Solutions for Comprehensive Exam Prep
Please note: As of October 25, 2019, the NCEES PE Mechanical Exam is NO LONGER open book.
Up to date to the NCEES exam specifications and codes*, Thermal and Fluids Systems 6-Minute Problems contains 100 multiple-choice problems representative of the NCEES PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluids Systems exam format, scope of topics, and level of difficulty. Comprehensive step-by-step solutions for all problems demonstrate accurate and efficient solving approaches to be used on exam day.
Pair these problems with the Thermal & Fluids Systems Reference Manual and Practice Exams for a comprehensive review. This book is included in the PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluids Systems Exam Navigation Bundle.
Topics Covered
- Energy/Power System Applications
- Hydraulic and Fluid Applications
- Principles
About the Exam
The NCEES PE Mechanical Exam is an 8-hour closed-book exam. It contains 40 multiple choice questions in the 4-hour morning session and 40 multiple choice questions in the 4-hour afternoon session.
*NCEES does not specify which codes and standards the PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluids Systems exam will use. It is likely that the codes and standards needed are not affected by the differences from one edition to the next.
Key Features:
- Organized into three sections: Principles, Hydraulic and Fluid applications, and Energy/Power System Applications.
- Each section contains problems pertaining to the knowledge areas within that division of the NCEES specifications.
- Each problem statement in this book, with its supporting information and answer choices, is presented in the same format as the problems encountered on the PE exam.
- Each problem includes a hint to provide direction in solving the problem. In addition to the correct solution, you will find an explanation of the faulty reasoning leading to the three incorrect answer choices.
- Binding: Paperback
- Publisher: PPI, A Kaplan Company
