Led by Dr. Harvey Hensley, this course refreshes key concepts you may not have used since graduation. You'll solve problems mirroring the CBT format for hands-on experience and take timed quizzes to practice under exam conditions. After completing AIChE’s Chemical PE Exam Review Course, you will be able to:
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Reinforce and apply core chemical engineering principles, including mass and energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, and plant design and operations.
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Navigate the NCEES Chemical Reference Handbook efficiently to locate essential formulas and data during the computer-based PE exam.
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Develop effective time management strategies to confidently complete the exam within the allotted time frame.
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Familiarize yourself with the structure and types of questions presented on the PE exam, enhancing your test-taking skills.
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Engage with practice problems and timed quizzes that mirror the exam format, allowing you to assess your readiness and identify areas for improvement.
What you can expect:
- Course content includes online PDF lectures, sample problems with solutions, timed quizzes, and a final exam
- Presented in a format that’s easy to scroll, read, and search
- Practice using the reference manual provided during the NCEES computer-based test
- Feel confident and prepared by learning to manage your time and complete the exam within the allotted time frame
Topics covered in the course:
- Mass/Energy Balances
- Thermodynamics
- Fluids
- Heat Transfer
- Mass Transfer
- Chemical Reaction Engineering (Kinetics)
- Plant Design and Operations
Time Commitment
You can expect to spend approximately 70 hours in order to successfully complete the course, with the goal of passing your exam. The course is self-paced so you can set the number of hours/week that best fits your needs. A typical range is 4 hrs/week (for 18 weeks) to 9 hrs/week (for 8 weeks).
AIChE’s Chemical PE Exam review course is your comprehensive guide to acing the PE Chemical Exam. Carefully aligned with the exam topics published by NCEES, this course ensures you're fully prepared for the challenges ahead.
- Relearn material from undergraduate classes that you have not used on-the-job
- Learn the types of problems and questions to expect on the PE exam
- Learn how to find material in the NCEES Chemical Reference Handbook
- Learn that you can comfortably work the exam in the time allotted
TESTIMONIAL: "The AIChE PE prep course was my primary study tool and I condensed the material into a shorter window of time in an effort to have the freshest refresh possible at the time of the test. I highly recommend this course to others who prefer to study at their own pace and have the discipline to read and practice the material on their own. The PE Course was very helpful for me.It covered all the main topics for the exam. The practice problems were to the point and relevant for the examination. Practice those problems along with the explanation from the teacher/coordinator and you will do well!! Many thanks for those that prepared this course."
- Irina, PE Chemical
This course is designed for chemical engineers who are preparing to take the PE Chemical Exam and are seeking a structured, in-depth review of key engineering principles and problem-solving strategies. Ideal participants include:
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Early- to Mid-Career Chemical Engineers — Those with a B.S. or equivalent degree in chemical engineering and preferably four or more years of relevant work experience in areas such as process design, operations, safety, and environmental engineering.
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Professionals Pursuing Licensure — Engineers aiming to meet state requirements for professional licensure, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the PE exam confidently.
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Industry Practitioners Seeking Certification — Those working in chemical manufacturing, petrochemicals, energy, water treatment, and other sectors where a PE license is a recognized mark of expertise and professionalism.
Eligibility Requirements:
To sit for the PE Chemical Exam, candidates must hold a B.S. or equivalent degree in chemical engineering and typically have four or more years of professional engineering experience. For specific state requirements and further details, visit the NCEES website.
Module 1: Mass and Energy Balances
- Lesson 1: Mass Balances without Reactions
- Lesson 2: Mass Balances with Reactions
- Lesson 3: Energy Balances without Reactions
- Lesson 4: Energy Balances with Reactions
Module 2: Thermodynamics
- Lesson 1: Work and Energy
- Lesson 2: Ideal Fluids
- Lessons 3: Real Fluids
- Lesson 4: Phase Equilibria
Module 3: Fluids
- Lesson 1: Flow Behavior
- Lesson 2: Mechanical Energy
- Lesson 3: Pumps and Compressors
- Lesson 4: Flow Networks and Fluid Measurements
Module 4: Heat Transfer
- Lesson 1: Without Phase Change
- Lesson 2: With Phase Change
- Lesson 3: Equipment Design
- Lesson 4: Analysis of Performance
Module 5: Mass Transfer
- Lesson 0: Fundamentals
- Lesson 1: Distillation
- Lesson 2: Absorption and Stripping
- Lesson 3: Liquid Extraction
- Lesson 4: Miscellaneous Processes
Module 6: Chemical Reaction Engineering (Kinetics)
- Lesson 1: General Definitions
- Lesson 2: Chemical Equilibrium, Complex Rate Expressions
- Lesson 3: Single Reactors
- Lesson 4: Complex Reactors, Ionic Equilibrium
Module 7: Plant Design and Operation
- Lesson 1: Economics
- Lesson 2: Design
- Lesson 3: Operation, Safety and Environment
- Lesson 4: Plant Troubleshooting
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