FE Electrical and Computer Review Manual (FEEERM)

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Really good book, covers all the topic on the test Review by Amazon.com Customer

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Really good book, covers all the topic on the test. I will say that some of the problem on the book, were much easier than the actual questions on the test but definitely gave me some confidence with the book. I passed my exam on the first try and I would recommend this book to anyone planning on taking the test. Just this book along with the formula manual, might not be enough to ace the test, but it more than enough to pass it, if the book is well read through. (Posted on 9/16/2015)

Fabulous book. Well put together. Review by Amazon.com Customer

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In a former life I wanted to be an engineer, I like designing and tinkering with things... so maybe you'd consider me an inventor. I like receiving these manual books because they help me not forget all of the mathematics I learned, and this book is FULL of mathematics -- I love it! This particular book includes Free Web Access so you can read the book online, add notes, perform text searches, and answer questions. I did not sign up for the web access, which I believe is just a trial and you must pay additional for the full service.

That aside there are many topics covered: Mathematics, Probability & Statistics, Properties of Electrical Materials, Electromagnetics, Circuit Analysis and Linear Systems, Power, Electronics, Control Systems, Communications and Signal Processing, Computer Networks and Systems, Digital Systems, Software Development, Engineering Economics, and Ethics and Professional Practice.

The table of contents is well laid out and the Preface the author notes that this is book is "as unconventional as the exam." It includes "all of the equations, tables, and figures presented in the NCEES Handbook" but better organized, as well reviews the "terms, variables, and formatting of the NCEES Handbook equations." It is not a magic book, it's a review book, so you must have the foundation of knowledge to use this. There are no practice tests. But it will help you prepare for the test by giving you lots of advice (things to do/think about/and bring to the exam), as well arm you with knowledge, and an important Sample Study Schedule! So that technically, if you follow it, in 45 days you can complete the "crash course," 59 days you can complete the review but have to work weekends and get a few rest days in between, or 82 days gives you a bigger breather with weekends off and rest days. I haven't seen a book provide a schedule like that before, so that was quite ingenious!

The author seems quite genuine and passionate about his work, and I appreciate that. There's information on how to contact the author if you find a mistake in the book -- very cool. I will not presume to know so much that I find an error, but if I am so lucky, I will report it.

The author notes that the exam is sort of limited because you do not have the time to fully answer complicated equations, so therefore questions on the test are answered in "question statement." Doesn't mean you don't need to work out the solution, but it does mean it's multiple choice, like most computer tests these days. I like that each question is fully answered with solutions showing how the answer was arrived at. I also appreciate that each chapter is nicely divided and starts with a brief synopsis of the subject so you get a quick review of the important elements.

This is a fabulous book. I have nothing to compare it to, but it's so nicely laid out, well thought out, with lots to work through it's going to be a fun summer for me -- a light read :) (Posted on 6/1/2015)

Great choice for the Island game Review by Amazon.com Customer

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That there are still a few people who can follow along this material is a good sign for humanity. I wanted to be an engineer once upon a time but got sidetracked. I like to read along and stay dimly aware of the basics and this is a great book for this as well as for studying for the FE. If the old what books would you take to the Island game were still played, I'd choose one of these. (Posted on 6/1/2015)