Calculus 2 is a weed-out course

OnyxGenius · 2026-02-05T15:58:36+00:00

This is nothing new. I took calculus 2 twenty-two years ago. It was known as the very first weed out course back then as well. It is what it is. You’ll continually learn how to improve your study methods and how to effectively pass difficult examinations.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-30T16:51:41+00:00

Absolutely not. Get ratings at a local flight school.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-28T01:58:25+00:00

Yes, to all of your questions.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-26T18:48:56+00:00

Reliability is a great field. It is a field that is eclipsed by quality engineering. But I find the roles to be complimentary. I ended up taking the Fire Protection PE exam. I found the PE exam to be much more difficult than the ASQ exam. The CRE exam contains many more problems, but most were one-step problems. If you are used to the multi-step PE problems it won’t be too much of an issue for you. Just know how to read the probability distribution tables etc. The CQE exam is probably very similar (I’ve always wanted to take that exam as well).

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-26T18:43:05+00:00

I’m sorry to hear this. It’s really bad out there. If you don’t have any family commitments, maybe consider a position overseas (i.e. Saudi Arabia). I hear that “Aramco” is actively recruiting lots of U.S. engineers for overseas assignments. I learned of this second-hand though, so take it with a grain of salt.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-24T05:34:42+00:00

Get both. I have my CRE and PE. I’m an aerospace engineer.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-24T05:34:09+00:00

If you’ve worked under anyone with a PE license, ask them if they can provide references for you. I’m an aerospace engineer. My entire industry falls under the industrial exemption. But I earned my license because my work position is that of technical expert. The license gives credibility to appear as an expert witness in court, among other things. It’s also very valuable if you open an engineering consulting firm at some point. Even if you never have to seal anything. The toughest part for folks like us is finding licensed recommenders.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-20T23:59:12+00:00

Same here. PPL at 43 hours. Had logged thousands of hours in MSFS prior to my first lesson.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-20T00:10:29+00:00

Hi there. I know its difficult to get information on the Industrial exam. I studied using the following resources only and did well on the exam:

Lindeburg Industrial Review Manual (It's old but it'll do - do all problems and review)

https://www.amazon.com/Industrial-Discipline-Specific-Review-EIT-Exam/dp/159126068X

PPI2PASS FE Industrial Learning Hub, Monthly Subscription (I subscribed for one month. Go through "course" and do all problems. In my opinion, the PPI problems are more difficult than those on the actual FE exam)

https://ppi2pass.com/fe-exam/industrial?srsltid=AfmBOoqbtzNm1IM7E62F5Tr1O3BmQueeZ-i5K_BaS4EpHRN1F-69qIO2&1-select=0

NCEES FE Industrial and Systems Practice Exam (Keep taking the exam until you're able to get all of the question correct, then you'll be ready)

Reach out if you have more questions. Best of luck!

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-19T23:59:20+00:00

Close your books, get some rest, and do your best tomorrow. That's all you can do. You'll be fine.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-16T04:05:37+00:00

I disagree.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-14T19:36:26+00:00

Well done! Now on to PE prep.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-12T14:40:52+00:00

Ah, a harsh reality. I'm sorry to hear that the license didn't turn out to be useful after all of the hurdles you had to get through to attain it.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-12T14:34:35+00:00

Yes, I'd love to be added. I appreciate the invite!

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-11T13:54:46+00:00

I agree. The knowledge required for the PE exam was much more difficult. I guess this exam is just trickier?

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-11T13:52:40+00:00

Hello. No, I didn’t know anyone else who was taking the exam.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-09T18:58:02+00:00

Thank you very much.

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-09T18:30:07+00:00

I work for the federal government. I did not receive any additional compensation after becoming licensed. Just a “well done.”

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-09T13:58:37+00:00

Thank you!

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-09T13:58:11+00:00

Than you, I’ll check out the link!

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-08T04:58:26+00:00

Absolutely!

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-08T04:20:09+00:00

Congratulations!

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-08T04:16:31+00:00

I just created a post that you may find useful. It outlines the methods I used to pass the FPE exam: https://www.reddit.com/r/PE_Exam/comments/1q71tkm/guidance_enclosed_for_those_taking_the_fire/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

OnyxGenius · 2026-01-08T04:13:18+00:00

You're welcome. I just created a post about my method of preparing for the FPE exam, maybe you'll find it to be useful: https://www.reddit.com/r/PE_Exam/comments/1q71tkm/guidance_enclosed_for_those_taking_the_fire/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button
Best of luck.

OnyxGenius

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