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marvelwitchergilmore · 2 years ago

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The Look Of Terror

Summary: Peter Parker x Fe!Reader -> You joined Shield and when you're placed under a certain Team Leader, Peter can't help but worry about you.

Disclaimer: This is more platonic co-worker vibes, I think? Rather than romance? But there is romance in it? Fluff, angst, Peter takes care of the reader. Description of a panic attack, kidnapping, bombs and an asshole of a Team Leader. I'm a little unsure about this one. Comment if you'd like a Part 2???

You were new to the team.

It was no surprise since you joined a week late into the program that your Team Leader pushed you harder than the rest of them. But you were okay with it, most of the time. In the times where you weren’t, you’d spend a couple hours in the library reading of worlds that didn’t exist - or at least, you hoped didn’t exist. Because, for as much as seeing a fire-breathing dragon would be cool, it could also destroy most of the population of New York in one breath.

It was six months into the program that Peter finally saw you.

Not that you had noticed.

He saw you on your first day of arrival. He heard your name mentioned in passing and that was as far as it went. Until the training rooms had to be pushed into one due to a leak in the women’s bathroom. It was then that you caught Peter’s eye.

But not because of your looks, although he didn’t fail to notice your beauty. But because of the familiar look in your eyes.

It took him a while to figure it out; what exactly the look was in the beginning, he couldn’t be too sure.

For over a month, he studied you.

You weren’t a part of his team. In fact, you were with a whole other training division. But in the days when he saw you, he studied you as best as he could before it could become border-line creepy.

He saw you talk to people, but they never became friends with you. You were happy to help out people when they were struggling but most times, you were left on your own. Whilst other groups studied the Shield Handbook together, cutting the 500 page manual into respectable chunks, you sat on your own in the corner. A few people would look over to you and snigger or sneer. One trainee had said aloud about asking you to join them but everyone else shut the idea down right away. You were the rookie.

What baffled Peter was the fact that the group of trainees, who refused to collaborate with you, were rookie’s too.

Then, one day, he pulled your file.

You had the highest test score out of your group. You were intelligent and smart. You had enough strength training to be transferred into a higher level but due to your qualifying status, you would only move up when the rest of the rookie’s did, too.

So, after all of this, when he found you in the library alone one night, he decided to talk to you.

“You must know that thing like the back of your hand.”

Peter saw you jump a little and instantly regretted not making himself known to you sooner.

“Sorry, I didn’t mean to scare you.”

“Oh, no. That’s fine. I-I should be heading home now, anyway.”

“You’ve finished that book three times this week alone. Shouldn’t you be out with the others having a…drink or something?”

“Maybe, but…I kind of prefer my solitude.”

“Ah, the mysterious lonesome type?”

“Some may beg to differ.”

“I’m Peter, by the way.”

“Y/N.”

“It’s nice to meet you.”

“Likewise.”

“You’re a part of Abbot's team, aren’t you?”

“Yes. How did you know?”

“I’ve seen your file.”

“You pulled my file?”

“That and I’ve seen him train you twice a week when all agents share the training room.”

A look of realisation crossed over your face. “Oh, shit. Sorry, you’re Agent Parker.”

“Please, call me Peter. Everyone else does.”

“By the handbook says-”

“That all employees refer to their Team Leaders by their working title.” Peter sounded off. “That was something written by Fury to keep HR happy. To be honest, I’ve never really liked it. You’re meant to be a team, and how can that happen if agents are too busy worrying about calling their team leader by their official title.”

“You have a point, but Abbot-”

“Drill it into you.”

“That’s one way to put it.”

“Well, if you ever need anyone to vent to, you can talk to me.”

“Thank you.” Then after a moment of consideration you asked; “Why you?”

Peter nodded. “I worked with Abbot before Barton came back. I’ve seen how he can train those in his team. I’ve also seen that your group doesn’t exactly seem to strive for trust. It can be hard, working alone. Believe me, I would know.”

“Well, thank you.”

The next day, as you sat alone in the cafeteria, you were slightly startled to find Peter place his food tray down in front of you. “May I?”

“G-Go ahead.”

It shocked you a little; how much Peter was trying to talk to you. By this point, you had been in the program almost six months and no one, other than Abbot when he was barking orders, bothered to try and interact with you - on any scale of capacity.

And, for the following two weeks, it continued to happen.

Peter would sit down with you in the cafeteria whenever you had a break from training together. He would join you in the library on late nights when he had to make test scores and you were going over the handbook once more.

But it wasn’t until one evening when Peter noticed you had been a bit off for a couple of days, that he finally asked you what he’d been dying to ask you for weeks.

There was a distant look in your eyes. Like as if something had crept its way out of the locked box you kept it sealed in, and was slowly making its way to the front of your brain.

“What happened?”

It took you a moment to adjust back to reality before you could finally hear Peter’s question.

“What?”

“What happened?”

“When?”

“Before you joined the programme.”

Peter could see you studying him before he saw a wall go up in front of your eyes. “Nothing.”

“What happened?”

“Nothing. Nothing happened. I already told you why I joined Shield.”

Peter said your name, “I know the look of a horrible memory when I see it. What-”

“Nothing. Nothing happened, Peter. So, can you please just drop it?”

“Yes, sorry.”

You pulled the handbook back in front of you and began to skim through it again and again and again.

Except, that wall that your build would soon crumble, even as you fought for it to stay standing.

Three weeks later, and not saying a word to Peter, you found yourself in a training day that Abbot had set up without telling anyone.

“You’re gonna have to stay on your toes. It’s not easy out there, so, first up!”

Your name was called.

Others were called after you and you were given five minutes to understand your mission. And it took everything in you not to stop breathing.

As Peter made his way down to the training room, he found a “friendly” competition. The other Team Leaders had decided to get involved this time round and people were cheering and chanting and others were completely silent.

And only then did he understand why.

In the centre of the crowd, knelt three people and in the middle of them was you.

No one else noticed, but Peter did.

Your hands, despite the composure you were holding, were beginning to shake. Your eyes seemed glossier than the last time he had seen you and your breathing wasn’t like anyone else's. It was shattered.

And, as much as he wanted to stop what was happening, he knew if he did, it would probably make it worse.

Less than 30 seconds later, you were finished on the task in front of you and you stood back.

“Seven minutes and thirty-six seconds!” Abbot called out your time.

Peter watched as you turned your back and removed some of the equipment from your body before pushing your way to the back of the crowd. He rounded the corner of the crowd, but he couldn’t find you.

A few minutes later, he watched as Abbot awarded one of the Rookie’s a gift-card of some kind and a medal.

“Okay, that’s it for today! See you tomorrow!”

But you were the only one to leave.

And Peter was hot on your train.

From the moment you were given your task, your breathing was hitched in your chest and you couldn’t just quite fill your lungs with enough air to stop them from beating against your heart rapidly.

Throughout the seven and a half minutes it took you to complete the task Abbot had given to you, you had been slowly losing clear vision due to the tears of old memories ripping their way into your mind.

And once time had finally been called, you just had to force yourself to hold out a little bit longer.

But, when your legs began to give out on you, you rushed to find a wall to support you.

And, you did, for a moment.

Your breathing was unsteady and out of control. Your head felt like it was spinning and you were going to throw up, all the while you could feel every single particle of blood in your body trying to fight its way into and through your heart.

In a hazy distance, you heard someone call your name and you tried your best to focus and remain in control, but it didn’t work.

It wasn’t until you heard a door click open behind you and a steady hand lead you inside that you sank to the floor in a weak attempt to try and ground your emotions.

“Hey, look at me.”

You looked up and recognised the person who had helped you into the room.

Peter.

You couldn’t speak. So Peter tried his best to calm you.

“Just focus on my voice. Can you do that? It’s going to be okay. No one can hurt you here. You’re safe. I need you to keep looking at me. Here, pass me your hand.”

Peter took your trembling hand in his and held it against his heart.

“I need you to try and focus on the beats. Can you do that for me?”

It took you a moment, but when Peter pressed his hand over yours so it pushed further into his chest, you finally felt his heartbeat against your palm.

You tried your best to keep track of them, counting each one as they came.

“Okay, good. Now, can you follow my breaths?”

You tried your best to follow his breaths. Breathing in with him, and breathing out just the same.

It took a while but eventually your breathing returned, though it pained your chest a little when you did take in a deep breath.

At some point, Peter had moved to sit beside you, placing an arm around you, yet still holding your hand against his chest.

You didn’t know how long had passed before Peter spoke. It both felt instant and as if forever had passed.

“Do you want to talk about it?”

“Not yet.”

You didn’t want to recount, just yet. You didn’t want to remember, just yet.

Eventually the light in the room dimmed and you found yourself standing. Peter had taken off his jumper before placing it on you. He had felt you shivering for the last hour but every time he went to move and give you his zip-neck jumper, he felt your hand hold him tighter not wishing him to move.

At some point, you found yourself inside of your home with Peter by your side, switching the kettle on without having to ask which is your favourite mug.

Peter didn’t say anything. He just let you sit by your kitchen island and stare at your hands for as long as you needed.

“It all started about two years ago.” you started, without even meaning to. “I, uh, I had been working the night shift. I worked in an emergency vet surgery. Anyway, one night, two guys came in. They said they had a horse outside that was giving birth but they couldn’t deliver the foul. It wasn’t rare that we got cases like this, so I grabbed my bag and rushed outside. But, instead of a horse trailer with a labouring mare, I found myself being carted off to a farm ten miles out of town.”

Peter slid the freshly made tea across to you before sitting down on one of the stools allowing the corner of the island to come between the both of you.

“I had…”

“It’s okay. You don’t have to tell me everything. You don’t have to tell me anything.”

You gave Peter a small nod, too emotionally exhausted to try and fight.

You took a breath. “I had…found myself on a farm and all I remembered was getting hit over the head and when I woke up I was strapped into a ticking bomb.”

You recounted everything to Peter, from the moment when you woke up and what was going through your head, to managing to find your medical bag which they hadn’t hid well, if at all. And, how, from that, you had tried your best to get out and stop the bomb from going off whilst it was still attached to you.

The fact that you had, by some miracle, managed to get away before it went off and blew up the barn was beyond you. But once Barton had found out, he wanted you in Shield. You had most of the medical training and with some training, you could become a major asset within Shield, helping eventually train medics in the organisation - even if you had started out as a Vet.

It was safe to say Peter was pissed about Abbot's actions.

Hell, it was even in the handbook and probably within the file that Abbot would have full access to since he was your Team Leader.

You, under no circumstance, were to be put into a situation like you had been put in just hours earlier until you had clearance from a licensed medical therapist. And, after a few questions, Peter found that you hadn’t.

Yes, you had clearance to train. You had clearance to practise. But when it came to something you had been so close with facing yourself? No.

Again, time passed and before you knew it, you had come back around and your wall had slowly started to build back up.

“I should probably go to bed. I’ve got a long day tomorrow.”

“Oh, yeah. Are you sure you’re going to be okay?”

“Yeah, of course.” You tried to assure him.

Eventually, Peter got up to leave but looking down at your top, you called out to him.

“Sorry, here’s your top.”

“Oh, uh, thanks.” Peter turned to leave once again but then turned back. “Oh, here…just in case.”

You looked down and found Peter’s card. It contained his name, office address and his phone number.

“If Abbot tries something like today again…”

“I’ll be sure to call.” you nodded, though Peter feared that what you were saying had no meaning. That you would continue through it, pushing your emotions against your brick wall as hard as you could before you broke again.

“I mean it, Y/N. He shouldn’t have done that today.”

“I’ll be okay, Peter. I promise.”

AS the door closed behind him, Peter feared that you had made a promise you couldn’t keep, despite how much he knew you would try to.

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school-of-pe · 6 days ago

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coursesfe · 5 months ago

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studyforfe · 8 months ago

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coursespe · 11 months ago

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reaperofsassgard · 5 years ago

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the function stack problem

~Dedicated to those who take MBTI or the cognitive functions way too seriously~

About the basics

Let’s just say, Jung’s theories are nearly 100 years old and the subjects of his studies were patients and hence they did not authentically represent adult behavior in terms of their condition.

Myers was not unerring either. She read Jung’s study, but the “E-I-E-I” and “I-E-I-E” concept came from one single sentence in a ~600 pages long book and how Myers interpreted that one sentence in Chapter X.

How Chapter X (General Descriptions of the Types) was mistreated: “Far too many readers have succumbed to the error of thinking that Chapter X represents the essential content and purpose of the book, in the sense that it provides a system of classification”.

Myers committed a cherry-picking fallacy, which led to her stack (see below).

Jung’s comment that Myers missed: “This regrettable misunderstanding completely ignores the fact that this kind of classification is nothing but a childish parlour game...”

The differences between the systems

Jungian “functions”* (1923/1971/2008*): E-E-I-I or I-I-E-E /*subsequently remodeled by Reynierse/

Grant “type dynamics” (1987): E-I-E-I or I-E-I-E

Myers stack (1985/1998): E-I-I-I or I-E-E-E

Conclusion: you cannot be the same type in all systems. For example:

Grant’s INTJ: Ni-Te-Fi-Se,

Myers’ INTJ: Ni-Te-Fe-Se,

Jung’s INTJ*: Ti-Ni-Se-Fe. (*as Js are leaded by T/F)

About Beebe

He created the known ‘shadow functions’ arrangement (with edgy archetype names like “witch”, “trickster”, “demon”) to provide a window into the unconscious, however, Jung referred to the tertiary and inferior (sometimes to the auxiliary too) as unconscious or shadow functions.

If we stick to Jung, the complications come from the complete unconsciousness (tertiary+inferior), working in the opposite direction as the consciousness (primary+auxiliary) and not from the shadow functions.

The “function” hierarchy according to Jung:

Primary (dominant) = conscious, the most differentiated, its direction defines the other three functions’ focus.

Auxiliary = conscious or unconscious (compared to the primary)

Tertiary (unconscious 1) = undifferentiated (undeveloped) in the unconsciousness

Inferior (unconscious 2) = undifferentiated in the unconsciousness, the most childlike/archaic

Despite all this, Beebe thought we could consciously improve all the 8 functions. Unfortunately, he was not aware that the conscious self has a particular direction (introvert or extravert) and the unconscious functions can’t be “better” or “more mature” than they already are, so his hierarchy is based on a flawed concept.

With that being said, your “shadow type” has the same functions with a different focus, so an INFP’s shadow is simply just ENFP, not ENFJ.

About Reynierse’s study

His research about why the popular MBTI should not be used (personally, I loved it).

A summary of his studies (since most of his detailed works can’t be accessed freely)

Basically, the studies encourage the use of individual differences by strength, providing another 24 sub-types such as in the case of ISTPs, there may be STPI, STIP, TSPI, TSIP, etc. This method would help to distinguish introverts (one’s more introverted than others), Sensors, and so on.

If we multiply 24 by 16 (the number of “function orders”), we get 384 possible variations. Much better than the 16 stand-alone MBTI types, isn’t it?

Tritype theory is even better in this regards, resulting in 110592 possible sub-types. What a veritable plethora.

The most useful book I found understandable of the stacks and whatnot was the Handbook of Personality at Work, which includes the criticism regards MBTI. The part where they were discussing MBTI is quite long, so I’ll cite some quotes on my Blogger page later on, avoiding a longer post here than planned.

Which system is better?

Nobody agrees completely, but one is certain: the most popular MBTI (a mix of Myers’, Keirsey’s, and Grant’s) system is outdated, the facts contradict each other, and not just within respondents.

McCrae & Costa:

The dynamic character of type theory is commonly overlooked by people new to typology and the MBTI personality inventory. This accounts for their often simplistic, categorical approach to the sixteen types.

My favorite: psychometric specialist Robert Hogan wrote that "Most personality psychologists regard the MBTI as little more than an elaborate Chinese fortune cookie.”

Or even the “most scientific” Big Five system is faulty since it only works in Western, educated, industrialized, rich, and democratic countries, so it’s basically as useful outside of the US and Western Europe as toilet paper: to wipe your ass with.

In the case of discussing Reynierse’s arguments against type dynamics (cognitive stack), the INTs on a personality forum argued for ages but haven’t arrived to an intelligent conclusion in the end and become entangled in their own logic.

My personal view

Most systems used today are flawed, but I've rolled my eyes so many times seeing things like "INTP/INFP", "ENFP-A”, or clearly mixing the systems at a venture, that my eyes would already be living an independent life in space, orbiting the Sun...

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rellawsoc-byholly · 6 years ago

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Is the United States truly secular?

The United States (US) purports to be a secular nation, but one which holds tolerant neutrality, i.e. pro religion. The First Amendment seeks to establish state neutrality through preventing government from any religious endorsement but whilst also still protecting religious freedom. The Establishment Clause of the First Amendment was implemented to ensure [N]either a state nor the Federal Government ... can pass laws which aid one religion, aid all religions, or prefer one religion over another. It features 5 core principles; Neutrality, Separation, Equality, Liberty and Civil Peace; all derived from court decisions and academic sources. Additionally there are 4 tests to determine whether the Establishment Clause has been breached. This demonstrates that the US government has gone to a great extent in attempting to protect the secularism of the US. However, despite calling itself secular, I would question how secular the country really is.

In God We Trust is Americas national motto and is printed on all US currency. God bless America is how every US President ends their speeches. The Presidential proclamation on Thanksgiving for 2019 mentions God 6 times. These few examples conveying the heavy use of the word God, I would argue, are a clear religious reference. I would even go further to purport that the word God holds strong Christian connotations. This is unsurprising considering the Christian influence and majority in American history, however this does not exhibit a secular state. Even the U.S. Supreme Court fell victim to this mentality in 1892, with Justice David Brewer declaring in Holy Trinity v. United States that America is a Christian nation. [1] At the time the traditions first began they were arguably very appropriate, representing US history, however as time has gone on they simply are not representative of a secular society.

The US does not deny its affiliations with religion We are a religious people whose institutions presuppose a Supreme Being, a declaration made by the US Supreme Court in Zorach v. Clauson, which as Bacquet conveys captures the essence of the United States Government relationship with religion. [2] Religious authority is considered a competing sovereign within the US. [3] There is a historical commitment to religious authority, as reflected in the demographics with over half of the American population considering themselves religious and believing religion to play an important part in their lives, as opposed to 28% in Poland, being the highest in Europe. [4] Congress even passed a resolution proposing a national day of public prayer and thanksgiving, provided land for churches and specified the necessity of religious education.These factors create significant barriers to the application of a genuinely secular state.

It must be conceded that in terms of American schooling and education, secularism stands ground. Stone v. Graham prevented state schools from posting the Ten Commandments in their classrooms, furthermore, Santa Fe Indep. Sch. Dist. v. Doe disallowed prayers prior to high-school football games. But having said this the words In God We Trust are displayed on many public-school buildings, and in the state of Kentucky a bill has been drafted to make it compulsory. Over a dozen US states have either passed or considered religious liberty laws. For example, whilst in Roe v Wade the Supreme Court ruled abortion legal, some states still essentially ban it on religious grounds. �� Using the Wilke’s ‘Handbook on Abortion’ aka Bible of the pro-life movement [5], forty two abortion restrictions were enacted between 01/01/19 and 15/05/19 alone. Even President Trump has an anti-abortion agenda, with the enactment of the global gag rule. With the majority of anti-abortion arguments stemming from religion, how does this imply a secular state. Furthermore, since Trumps election, over 75 bills have been brought forward which appear to be modelled on Project Blitz, a Playbook developed by a set of Christian groups setting out pro-Christian model bills.

There is a continual persistence of religion within the US as demonstrated above, I have only touched upon some of the many examples. Perhaps with a country so big and one that pertains such a high number of religious believers, it is impossible to prevent. The founders of the constitution arguably never intended to exclude religion from public life, but merely prohibit the national government from establishing a state church. Whether they have succeeded there is an endless debate, but regardless it is not representative of a secular state. I would like to emphasise that this is not to be criticised. The US certainly has its own understanding of secularism, different to understandings which prevail elsewhere in present day. This is why I would argue that the US cannot be classified as a ‘secular’ state.

Sources with private access

[1] Mokhtar Ben Barka, « The Christian Nation Debate and the U.S. Supreme Court », European journal of American studies [Online], 6-2 | 2011, document 1

[2] Bacquet, Sylvie. Religious Symbols and the Intervention of the Law (Routledge 2020)

[3] Conkle, Daniel O. (2006) "Religious Expression and Symbolism in the American Constitutional Tradition: Government Neutrality, But Not Indifference," Indiana Journal of Global Legal Studies: Vol. 13 : Iss. 2 , Article 4.

[4] Theodorou, Angelina. 2015. Americans Are in the Middle of the Pack Globally When It Comes to Importance of Religion. Washington: Pew Research Center, December 23.

[5] Dr. and Mrs. J.C. Willke, Handbook on Abortion, 8th rev. Cincinnati, OH: Hiltz Publishing Co. 1972

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Your Roadmap to FE Civil Exam Excellence

Are you gearing up for the FE Civil exam? Your dedicated preparation requires an effective study strategy and a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the exam questions to boost your chances of success. In this article, you will discover a key study approach designed to enhance your preparation and help you navigate the exam effectively.

Review the FE Civil Syllabus

Check the exam syllabus - your first step to accelerate prep. With this process, you can develop a study plan complying with your difficulty level. Identify the high-priority topics from the syllabus and decide time allotment to prepare each subject and accelerate exam success.

Create a Targeted Study Plan

Creating a study plan helps you keep track of your exam preparation. Break down the syllabus and allocate time to each topic based on your strengths and weaknesses. Plan a solid study schedule with the inclusion of:

Weekly goals

Practice problem sessions

Regular review and self-assessments

Full-length practice exams

Regularly evaluate your schedule. If you cannot finish the subjects within a limited time, make sure to adjust your schedule and prepare accordingly.

Study Materials

Reference Handbook

Visit the NCEES website to download the digital version of the FE Civil Reference Handbook. Familiarize yourself with the exam content using this guide, which provides up-to-date information that aligns with NCEES standards.

Online FE Civil Sources

Gather effective study materials online, such as study notes, video lectures, practice exams, and question banks, to enhance your understanding of the exam concepts. Alternatively, you can invest in a top FE Civil prep course, which serves as a comprehensive resource for all your study needs and can significantly improve your learning efficiency.

Join a Study Group

Collaborating with peers can greatly improve your learning experience and help you grasp even complex concepts more easily. Online forums and study groups offer valuable support, share resources, and provide motivation throughout your exam preparation.

Revision is a Key to Consistency

Regularly reviewing your study material reinforces your understanding and helps you remember information when needed. Utilize your study notes or online resources to go over key concepts. If you find studying to be overwhelming, try skimming through the material. This approach will aid your recall and allow you to grasp each concept effectively, ultimately helping you achieve a high score on your exam.

Frequent Practice

Problem-Solving Skills

Utilize online practice sets or workbooks to practice all aspects of exam problems and be familiar with formulas/solution procedures. This practice enables you to develop a strategy for solving problems faster.

Practice Exam

One of the best ways to prepare is by solving practice questions that mirror the exam format. This boosts your testing skills and improves your speed and accuracy. Identify your mistakes and learn from them to achieve mastery.

Finally

Accelerate your preparation with the right strategy for success. By understanding the exam structure, utilizing reliable resources, and adhering to a structured study plan, you can enter the exam center with confidence. Follow this roadmap to take a significant step towards becoming a licensed professional engineer.

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Electrical Power PE Exam Insights: Tips to Excel in Your PE Electrical Power Test

Preparing for the PE Electrical Power exam can feel like a daunting challenge, especially when balancing work, studies, and personal life. However, with the right strategies and resources, you can excel in the Electrical Power PE Exam on your first attempt. Below are actionable tips and insights to help you confidently approach the test.

Understand the Exam Structure

The PE Electrical Power exam follows the NCEES specifications, testing a broad range of topics, including circuit analysis, power system protection, machinery, and codes. Familiarize yourself with the Computer-Based Testing (CBT) format and practice navigating the reference manual provided during the exam.

Knowing the structure helps you prioritize areas of study, especially if you're weaker in specific sections like fault analysis or power electronics.

Create a Study Plan

A robust study schedule is essential for success in the Electrical Power PE Exam. Allocate sufficient time to cover each topic systematically. Break your plan into smaller, manageable tasks:

Week 1-4: Focus on core topics like power systems analysis and circuit theory.

Week 5-8: Tackle advanced subjects, including grounding and protection systems.

Week 9-12: Practice mock exams under timed conditions.

Review progress weekly and adjust the plan based on your strengths and weaknesses.

Leverage Reliable Study Resources

One of the main challenges for PE examinees is finding quality study materials tailored to the exam’s CBT format. Courses like those offered on Study for FE provide comprehensive guidance, designed by licensed engineers like Wasim Asghar.

With Wasim’s practical experience and deep understanding of the PE Electrical Power exam, the course covers all critical topics and provides real-world examples to enhance your learning experience.

Practice Problem-Solving

The Electrical Power PE Exam is not just about theoretical knowledge but also practical problem-solving skills. Aim to solve as many practice questions as possible, focusing on:

Time management during calculations.

Efficient use of the NCEES Reference Handbook.

Identifying common pitfalls and how to avoid them.

Mock exams help simulate actual testing conditions, improving both accuracy and speed.

Learn the NEC and Standards

The National Electrical Code (NEC) is an integral part of the PE Electrical Power exam. Ensure you’re familiar with its application in design and analysis problems. Focus on frequently tested areas like:

Load calculations.

Short-circuit analysis.

Grounding and bonding requirements.

Additionally, understand IEEE and ANSI standards relevant to the field.

Join a Study Group or Course

Collaborating with others preparing for the Electrical Power PE Exam can provide valuable perspectives and shared resources. Enroll in a structured course like the PE Power Exam Preparation Course by Wasim Asghar to benefit from expert guidance and proven strategies.

Stay Consistent and Confident

Consistency is the key to mastering the PE Electrical Power exam material. Avoid cramming and dedicate regular hours to studying. Confidence in your preparation will significantly impact your performance on exam day.

By following these insights and utilizing expert resources such as the courses available at Study for FE, you can streamline your preparation and increase your chances of success. The Electrical Power PE Exam may be challenging, but with determination and the right guidance, achieving your PE licensure is well within reach.

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How to Manage Time During the FE Exam?

The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam can be daunting for engineering students and professionals. With 110 questions to answer in a limited time frame, efficient time management is essential for success.

In this blog, we will discuss how to manage time during the FE exam with four specific and technical strategies to help you navigate the FE Electrical and Computer or any other FE exam effectively.

5 Tips to Manage Time During the FE Exam

Below are the helpful FE exam time management tips that help you prepare for your FE electrical and computer exam and crack it on the first attempt. Read these tips to help maximize your chances of success by precisely determining how to manage time during the FE exam.

Calculator Efficiency: Maximizing Your Time-saving Tool

One of the most underutilized assets during the FE Exam is your calculator. To make the most of it, follow these steps:

Familiarity is Key – Choose a calculator you’re comfortable with, preferably one you used during college. Being familiar with its functions can save you precious seconds.

List Calculator Features – Create a list of functions relevant to your specific FE exam. Features like rectangular-to-polar conversion, matrix calculations, and number systems are invaluable.

Time Savings – Consider this scenario: manually solving a problem takes three minutes, but with your calculator, it only takes 30 seconds. Mastering your calculator saves 2.5 minutes per question, potentially adding up to 25 extra minutes for tackling more challenging questions.

Applying these techniques helps you solve the critical puzzle that makes up an equation to determine how to manage time during the FE exam effectively.

NCEES® Reference Handbook: Your Ultimate Resource

The NCEES® Reference Handbook is the only resource available during the exam. Here’s how to efficiently use it:

Deep Dive into Exam Specification – Thoroughly understand the exam specification topics before diving into technical details. This will help you map out the exam’s scope.

Identify Relevant Sections – Different FE exams share the same NCEES® Reference Handbook. Ensure you identify the sections applicable to your specific exam. Bookmark relevant pages for quick access.

Effective Navigation – Avoid relying solely on the “Ctrl+F” feature. Instead, use bookmarks to categorize and locate information faster. Understanding the layout of the handbook is crucial for quick problem-solving.

In-Depth Study and Active Learning

In the FE Electrical Exam, in-depth study is your secret weapon for efficient problem-solving. This approach involves complex concepts, creating mental connections, and building a structured knowledge base. Let’s explore why and how in-depth study can significantly benefit your FE Electrical Exam preparation with relevant examples.

Consolidating Knowledge: The Power of Deep Understanding

Immediate Problem-Solving: Connecting Concepts

Study Aids: Mind Mapping and Conceptual Chains

Application of In-Depth Study:

Flag and Prioritize: Smart Question Selection

During the exam, be strategic in handling questions:

Flag Difficult Questions – If you encounter a challenging question that seems time-consuming, flag it and move on. Spending too much time on one question can be counterproductive.

Solve Easier Questions First – Prioritize questions you can solve quickly. Knocking them out early leaves more time for challenging ones.

Never Leave Questions Blank – Make an educated guess even if you’re unsure. There’s no penalty for wrong answers, but unanswered questions guarantee no points.

Speed Up Your Preparation Through Morning Sessions

While technical knowledge is crucial for taking the FE Exam, the psychological aspect of the FE exam time management strategy shouldn’t be underestimated. Lets discuss why speeding through the morning session can give you significant psychological and mental health advantages.

Confidence Booster

Psychological Momentum

Time Allocation Confidence

Psychological Resilience

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