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PE Civil (NCEES Principles and Practice of Engineering) Study Guide (2026)

This is the free study guide for the PE Civil (NCEES Principles and Practice of Engineering) exam — the same content areas the exam tests, written to the official outline. Read any chapter online free below, then drill the material with 409+ free practice questions and a full timed mock exam.

Last updated: August 2026.

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The 6 chapters

  1. 1Structural Engineering22% of the exam
  2. 2Geotechnical Engineering20% of the exam
  3. 3Water Resources and Environmental18% of the exam
  4. 4Transportation Engineering15% of the exam
  5. 5Construction Engineering and Management15% of the exam
  6. 6Engineering Materials10% of the exam

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