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REGISTRATION FORM HERE

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The PE Review is a comprehensive 9 week course that effectively prepares young engineers for the national and California State administered Civil Professional Engineer exams. Taught by local and highly regarded industry professionals, courses cover the NCEES 8-hr PE exam Civil Breadth & Depth exam sections as well as the Survey and Seismic principles required on the California State exams. Courses are also offered during the weekend to help balance your work-life schedule!
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Benefits of the YMF PE Review Course:
-Stay on track with your study plan
-Focus your study material and topics to subjects you need to know for the PE
-Get helpful study prep and advice from people who have taken the exam before
-Live online review courses and notes to refresh and/or learn new topics
-Live online practice problems to help make those topics stick
-Ask questions and interact directly with instructors

Location:
Online Zoom Conference Meetings

Classes Offered:
-NCEES Civil Breadth – In the morning of exam day, examinees work the same breadth portion in the morning, covering all five areas of Civil Engineering: Construction, Water Resources and Environmental, Transportation, Structures, and Geotechnical.
-NCEES Civil Depth – In the afternoon of exam day, examinees select one depth module concentrating on their intended practice area of expertise. The Civil Depth Courses for each of the five areas of Civil Engineering (Construction, Water Resources and Environmental, Transportation, Structures, and Geotechnical) will be offered if more than 5 students register by the course registration deadline.
​-California State Seismic and Survey Principles – In addition to the 8-hour NCEES Civil PE exam, examinees must also pass the California-Specific Seismic and Survey exams in order to receive their California license. Seismic and Survey review courses will be offered if more than 5 students register by the course registration deadline.

 

INSTRUCTOR BIOS

Lianne Bell, PE, SE
lianne.bell@kpff.com
Teaches: Seismic
Lianne Bell is a structural engineer who has been designing buildings and equipment for earthquake forces for over 20 years. She has enjoyed teaching the ASCE YMF seismic review course for at least half of those years, as well as being a volunteer with the ACE Mentor program.​
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​Dr. Lima Saft, PE, PMP
lsaft@mail.sdsu.edu
Teaches: Transportation
Dr. Lima Saft, PE, PMP, is a Transportation Engineer with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) in San Diego.  She has been working for the Department almost 23 years and is presently a Transportation Management Center Lead Engineer.  Dr. Lima Saft is also an adjunct professor of Transportation and Traffic Engineering at San Diego State University.  She received her Bachelor and Master Degrees in Civil Engineering from San Diego State University, and a PhD in Transportation Science from the University of California, Irvine. Lima is a member of Women Transportation Seminar (WTS) and Intelligent Transportation System California Chapter.
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Anthony E. Farmand, PE
afarmand@cox.net
Teaches: Hydraulics & Hydrology/Environmental
Engineering Manager with over 30+ years of experience in Civil & Environmental Engineering, Program & Project Management, Land Development, Supervision, Design & Construction.
Instructor of Hydraulics, Hydrology and Environmental Engineering for the Civil PE Exam since 2002
Registered Professional Civil Engineer in all 50 States, Washington DC, Guam and US-Virgin Islands
Adjunct Faculty at Norco Community College
PhD - Technology & Innovation Management - Northcentral University
MS – Environmental Engineering – CSU Fullerton, CA
MBA – National University – Fresno, CA
BS – Civil Engineering – CSU Fresno, CA
LEED GA – Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design, Green Associate
QSD/P – Qualified Stormwater Developer / Practitioner
CPESC – Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control​
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Bobby Sokolowski, PE
bobby.sokolowski@tylin.com
Teaches: Structures
Mr. Sokolowski is an Associate and Senior Bridge Engineer with T.Y. Lin International. He has over 13 years of design experience in transportation and transportation structures, focusing primarily on complex and aesthetically appealing bridges. Mr. Sokolowski has has also served as a part time lecturer in the past, teaching fluid dynamics at Cal State Long Beach.
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Ali Shafiee
ashafiee@cpp.edu
Teaches: Geotechnical
I am an assistant professor of civil engineering at Cal Poly Pomona and a board member of ASCE Geo-Institute Los Angeles chapter.
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Rob McMillan, EIT, PLS
robert.m.mcmillan@dot.ca.gov
Teaches: Survey
Rob McMillan, PLS, EIT, is a Professional Land Surveyor with over 35 years experience. He taught college Land Surveying classes and PE Engineering Surveying Prep courses in Sacramento and San Diego counties. He is currently the President-Elect of the California Land Surveyors Association, and their former liaison to BPELSG and NCEES.
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Eric Kelley, PE
ekelley@hazardcon.com​
Teaches: Construction
Eric Kelley, PE is a licensed civil engineer and has been teaching the construction breadth review session for 5 years. After graduating from Cal Poly SLO in 2010, he has spent 12 years in the construction engineering field. He is currently a project manager with Hazard Construction, a San Diego area contractor since 1926.
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Course Schedule & Fees

Week
Date 
Time
Topic
Instructor
1
Sat 6/18/2022
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Transportation (Breadth)
​Transportation (Depth)*
Lima Saft
2
Sat 6/25/2022
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Geotechnical (Breadth)
Construction (Breadth)
Ali Shafiee
Eric Kelley
3
Sat 7/02/2022
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Geotechnical (Depth)*
​Ali Shafiee
4
Sat 7/09/2022
​8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Surveying (Sessions #1)*
Robert McMillan
5
Sat 7/16/2022
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Surveying (Sessions #2)*
Robert McMillan
6
Sat 7/23/2022
​8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hydraulics & Hydrology (Breadth)
Anthony E. Farmand
7
Sat 7/30/2022
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hydraulics & Hydrology (Depth)*
Environmental (Breadth)
Anthony E. Farmand
8
Sat 8/06/2022
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
​1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Seismic (Session #1)*
Structural (Breadth)
Lianne Bell
Bobby Sokolowski
9
Sat 8/13/2022
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Seismic (Session #2)*
Structural (Depth)*
Lianne Bell
Bobby Sokolowski
10
Sat 8/20/2022
​8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Mock Exam
Nadia
*Depth & Seismic & Surveying Courses will only be scheduled if 5+ students enroll. 
Enrollment Option
​Member Price
Non-​Member Price
​Comprehensive NCEES Exam Review Course
(All Breadth AND 1 Depth)
$500 + $250
$600 + $350
Seismic
$300
$350
Survey
$300
$350
Seismic & Survey
$500
​$600
Additional Notes:
  • A late fee of $50 will apply to payment after registration deadline, as specified on the registration form.
  • Students may retake breadth courses. See Terms & Policies for additional information and timeframes.
  • Minimum of 5 students must be registered to offer Depth, Seismic, and Survey courses. Under these circumstances, full refunds will be issued for courses not offered due to insufficient registration numbers.
 

USEFUL LINKS:

ADDITIONAL GO-TO RESOURCES:

National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
- PE Civil Exam Information, Test Specifications & Design Standards
- Videos featuring computer-based testing (CBT) exam changes 
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-MyNCEES – create an account and access the new and latest Civil FE/PE eHandbooks provided during the CBT exams by logging in and navigating to Common Tasks > Useful Documents > View Reference Handbooks
- Examinee Guide 
- Calculator Policy 
- Test Center Locations  
California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists (BPELSG)
Application Process
- EIT Certification 
- PE License
- BPELSG Forms 
Seismic & Surveying Principles Exams
- Calculator Policy 
- Sample CBT Questions 
- Reference Materials & Exam Specifications 
​-Message boards with helpful information, answers, and tons more from other test takers past and present 
-Engineering forum; a helpful resource while studying 
-Helpful study tips to pass the PE 
-PPI's Ultimate Guide to the PE Civil Exam 
-Tips for Passing the PE 
-Tips on how to prepare for the PE Exam 
-Kristine Wood’s Personal Experience Studying and Passing the PE  
 

EXAM TIPS

Tips for Studying:
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1. Put together a study schedule and stick to it. If necessary, find someone to study with and hold each other accountable.
2. Put together all your study materials:
                a. Calculators - bring two in case one fails. See Useful
                    Links for Calculator Policies.
                b. CA Seismic & Surveying Exams: Exam materials must fit
                    in one "Bankers Box" (10"H x 15"W x 24"D)
                             o Create a cheat sheet for every subject with
                                 important formulas and references
                             o Design Standards/References/Books/Binders
                                 /Class Notes - no loose or stapled sheets and
                                 tabs/post-its must be attached
                             o Know where to look. If you’ve got references,
                                 make sure they are appropriately tabbed so you
                                 can find what you’re looking for quickly.
                             o Up to two rulers, protractors, or scales
                             o Practice Exams and Solved Problems - Some
                                 students have even separated practice problems
                                 into binders per subject listed in the Exam
                                 ​Specifications and used them on the exam.
                c. NCEES FE/PE CBT Exams: Make sure you have the
                    latest Civil FE/PE Handbook (see Useful Links) and use it
                    as you study and do all of your practice problems. As of
                    January 2022, no physical reference materials may be
                    brought into the exam. The NCEES Handbooks and
                    select Design Standards are the only reference
                    materials allowed in CBT Exams and will be provided
                    electronically on your exam's computer. The more
                    familiar you become with accessing information in the
                    Handbooks, the more efficient you will be during the
                    exam!
3. Go online and search engineering boards/forums to help answer questions when you’re stuck
4. Practice, practice, practice. Do tons of practice problems. When you think you’ve done enough, do more.
5. ​Take at least one practice exam sometime during the time you’re studying before the test. Focus on the sections you are weakest.
Preparing for Test Day:
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1. Check you’ve received your exam authorization/testing notification from NCEES/BPELSG upon registering for the exam. Print and read through all the instructions.
2. Know where the test site is and how to get there (print directions if needed). Consider booking a hotel room or getting to the test location early on test day.
3.  If planning to drive: Fill car gas tank, check traffic, and research parking options prior to test day to make sure you will be there on time. Bring money (cash) for parking, if applicable.
4. Organize and pack your exam day and study materials a day or two before test day. Here’s a sample checklist, feel free to add or use your own:
      a. 2 approved calculators
      b. Photo ID that matches the information on your application
      c. Official NCEES/BPELSG “exam day” information and exam
          authorization letter
      d. Snacks, lunch, water bottle
      e. Glasses (if applicable)
      f. Sweater/sweatshirt
      g. Watch
      h. Cough drops/gum
      i. All your references (can make a separate checklist for these
          too)

Tips for Test Day:
1. Make sure all your materials are packed and ready the night before
      a. No loose leaf or unbound sheets are allowed!
2. Get a good night’s sleep
3. Set your alarm (or two, or three) or ask a friend to wake you up
4. Eat a good breakfast
5. Relax, breathe, and be confident
6. Go through the test three times:
      a. First Time: Read through all the problems and do the ones
          you find easiest, mark the ones you can do but will take time.
          Make sure to fill in the appropriate answers (skip the ones
          you didn’t answer!)
      b. Second Time: Go through and work on the second level of
          questions. If you get stuck on one, skip and move on.
      c. Third Time: Work on the more challenging problems
      d. If you have time at the end, review your answers to make sure
          ​you haven’t missed anything!
 

TERMS & POLICIES 

1. Fees
a.  $50 late fee applies for registration after the deadline.
b. Student will be responsible for any additional transaction fees or penalties due to delayed or unacceptable payment fees (bounced checks, late fees, etc.).

2. Reference Materials
a. ASCE offers 15% discount on PE Review materials through PPI.
b. A list of reference materials may be provided upon request, based on the list provided by NCEES.

3. Depth Courses (PM Courses)
a. Available per subject if 5 or more students register.
b. Students will be refunded payment if the course is canceled.
c. A list of course offerings will be available the day after the registration deadline.

4. Course Materials
a. Course materials are provided for the review session.
b. Course materials are distributed on the first day of class.
c. No additional course materials will be provided for students who are retaking the course.
d. Class notes, Mock exam booklet or any other reference material will not be mailed to any students; students have to be physically present in the class to receive these materials.
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5. Retaking the Review Course
a. Must provide proof of not passing the exam.
b. May only retake the paid-for course once within a 12-month period.
c. No course materials provided.
d. Free retakes are not offered for the Depth review courses.

6. Refunds
a. Cancellation 2 weeks or more prior to the beginning of the review course - 100% refund
b. Cancellation less than 2 weeks prior to the beginning of the review course - 75% refund
c. Cancellation less than 1 week prior to the beginning of the review course - 50% refund
​d. No refunds will be offered after the review course has started.
 

CONTACT US

Questions? Contact Allison Ribachonek and Nadia Shihabuddin at ymfsd.pereview@gmail.com

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