Mechanical PE Exam Prep Podcast

Mechanical PE Exam Prep Podcast

por Dan Molloy, PE

Carreras Educación

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MPEP-E25: How to Crush the Mechanical PE Exam: A Complete Guide

Are you preparing for the PE exam as a mechanical engineer? This video provides a comprehensive guide to help you succeed, covering everything from the benefits of licensure and the application process to proven study strategies and essential resources. Whether you're focusing on HVAC & Refrigeration or Thermal and Fluids Systems, you'll find actionable tips to streamline your preparation and boost your confidence. Watch to learn how to create an effective study plan, avoid common pitfalls, and ace the PE exam on your first try! ENROLL IN FE & PE EXAM PREP COURSES Enroll in FE Mechanical Exam Prep Course here: https://bit.ly/3PkilH7 Enroll in PE HVAC & Refrigeration Full Access Bundle here: https://bit.ly/4gHLVlu Enroll in PE Thermal Fluids & Systems Full Access Bundle here: https://bit.ly/4iJQKwm ABOUT OUR CHANNEL Hey future professional engineers, welcome to my channel! My name is Dan and I’m the guy behind the whiteboard. On my YouTube channel, I solve a variety of mechanical engineering problems, talk with engineers who have passed the PE exam, and give you insights on how to prepare and study for the FE and PE exams. Check out our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@MechanicalPEExamPrep Don’t forget to subscribe! FIND US AT https://www.mechanicalpeexamprep.com GET IN TOUCH Contact us on Dan@mechanicalPEexamprep.com

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MPEP-E24: From Skeptic to Success: Rafek’s Journey to the PE License

In this episode, Dan Molloy, PE, interviews Rafek, a mechanical engineer who recently passed the HVAC & Refrigeration PE exam after initially resisting the idea of becoming licensed. Rafek shares his career journey, from learning the ropes at small firms to co-founding his own business, and the pivotal decision to pursue the PE to unlock new opportunities. Through humor and candid reflections, Rafik discusses the challenges of balancing work, life, and study—complete with unexpected setbacks like kitchen renovations and even a house fire. This inspiring story highlights the power of persistence, the value of professional growth, and the transformative impact of embracing the PE exam.

MPEP-E23: Mechanical PE Exam Strengths and Weaknesses

In this episode, we discuss how preparing for the PE exam can be challenging, but it’s also an opportunity to assess your strengths and weaknesses as an engineer. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, this journey allows you to refresh and deepen your technical knowledge. Embracing both your strengths and challenging topics is crucial for becoming a well-rounded engineer. In this post, we’ll discuss how to leverage your strengths, address weaknesses, and develop a balanced approach to mechanical PE exam preparation. To learn more, visit www.mechanicalPEexamprep.com.

MPEP-E22: Lifestyle Adjustments for Becoming a Professional Engineer

In this episode, I talk with professional engineer Giles Hardy. Giles talks about adjustments that allowed him to improve on his FE experience and make his PE study journey effective and successful on the first try. We discuss calibrating expectations, making sacrifices, navigating the exam day, enjoying the feeling of relief and pride after passing, and adapting to the responsibility that comes with those two letters. Enjoy this conversation with Giles.

MPEP-E21: Motivation Mailbag

In this mailbag episode we cover questions from industry professionals in the program, several dealing with motivation and confidence during the PE exam prep process. What resources can be used for establishing requirements for HVAC system uptime? How to feel more prepared in the final month of prep? How to deal with exam anxiety, even on practice tests? How to prepare for conceptual problems and low scores on practice exams?

MPEP-E20: Taking the 20+ Years Experience Route to the PE

In this episode, I talk with professional engineer Bryan Hermany. Bryan's story is unique because his degree is in architectural engineering and he took the 20 plus years experience route to become eligible for the HVAC and Refrigeration PE exam. With a full plate of responsibilities personally and professionally, Bryan stresses the importance of accountability as a key factor in passing the PE exam. Enjoy this conversation with Bryan.

MPEP-E19: Balancing Parenthood and the PE Exam

There is nothing quite like finding out that you are becoming a parent to light a fire under anyone with significant goals. Many of the engineers I’ve had the privilege of supporting in the last few years became highly motivated to pass the PE exam prior to the arrival of a new baby. This is undoubtedly a wise approach as the addition of a new person in your life brings about a reorganization of priorities, and rightfully so. As a recent father myself, I have a newfound appreciation for how challenging studying can be with a little one in the house. Some days it is hard to get around to washing the dishes, much less carve out blocks of time for deep critical thinking.

MPEP-E18: Crushing the Thermal and Fluids Systems PE Exam with an Accountability Partner

In this episode, Dan speaks with Nate and Joe, mechanical engineers working in the utility power industry in California. As college friends, roommates, and colleagues, Nate and Joe were the ultimate accountability partners for each other during the PE exam study process, which enabled them to pass on the first try. Their story illustrates how a successful study journey can be balanced and rewarding by focusing on consistency and avoiding burnout. I know you are going to be excited to get started after listening to my conversation with Nate and Joe!

MPEP-E17 Mailbag #1

In this episode, we answer several questions submitted by recent PE candidates, such as what percent score you need to be getting on practice exams to be ready, how to study for conceptual questions, whether you can get a raise for having your PE in two disciplines, and my feedback on a typical study schedule. To get in touch, email Dan@mechanicalPEexamprep.com. I welcome feedback and questions.

MPEP-E16: PE Exam Recap - 5 Years Later

In this episode, Dan speaks with Cat, a Professional Engineer who has been practicing in the state of Washington for 5 years. We look back on Cat's exam preparation including her strategy and mindset, how she avoided burnout, and how she dealt with exam anxiety and imposter syndrome and is now thriving in her her career. This episode is full of key themes and common challenges candidates encounter so I know you're going to get alot out of this one. So with that, here's my conversation with Cat.

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