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PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems Exam Prep

Comprehensive study materials for the PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems exam.

Explore PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems Exam Bundle Options

The NCEES PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems exam is a closed book computer-based exam. Our Exam Prep Bundles are designed to make sure you have everything you need for exam-day success. Explore each bundle option below, or compare our bundles, to find the right study option that fits your learning style.

About the Live Online Course Bundle

If you are looking for an instructor-guided review (with a passing guarantee!) for your NCEES PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems Exam, the Live Online Course Bundle is for you.

Why Enroll in a Course Now?

  • Immediate Access to Online Study Tools: As soon as you enroll, you'll get immediate access to OnDemand lectures and online study tools so you can start preparing now before live lectures begin.
  • Monthly Payment Options: New payment options are available with Affirm so you don't have to pay the full amount upfront.
  • Risk-Free Enrollment: We offer Risk-Free Enrollment should you need to transfer or cancel your enrollment because you are not able to sit for your exam.
  • Secure Your Spot: Courses fill up fast! By enrolling now, you don’t have to worry about your course potentially being full closer to the start date.

What Sets PPI Apart?

  • Our newly-redesigned eLearning platform. The easy-to-navigate interface, exam-like features, and expert design of our new eLearning platform give you the best possible exam prep experience.
  • Instruction from professional engineers. Learn directly from industry experts with a unique mix of lectures, problem-solving demonstrations, exam strategy sessions, and office hours.
  • Complete coverage of every topic on the NCEES PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems Exam. Our lectures, course materials, and homework assignments thoroughly cover every topic you’ll see on exam day.
  • Trusted exam prep materials designed to help you pass. You'll receive reference materials, homework assignments, detailed class notes (plus NCEES handbook), as well as access to online quizzes, practice exams, flashcards, and more.
  • Access to prep materials before and after your course. Start preparing right away with early access to study tools, plus access your course for one additional month after it ends to ensure you can study up to your exam date.
  • Schedules that span 4 to 6 months. We want to ensure you can properly retain information and allow enough time for homework. With our decades of instructional design experience, you don't have to worry about “cramming” for your exam.
  • Prep materials that are always updated. Our content is always updated to the most current NCEES exam specifications and codes.
  • Our reputation as leaders in FE and PE exam prep. We have been preparing engineers for their FE and PE exams since 1975. Our courses are high quality and based on decades of experience.
  • A passing guarantee. When you take a Live Online course, we guarantee you will pass, or you can take the OnDemand course for free.

Live Online Lecture Demo

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What's Included:

Course Features

Interact with your instructor and other classmates during Live Online lectures. Watch bite-sized video lectures in between classes, then ask the instructor questions during live lecture. Live Lecture also features exclusive problem-solving content to review during class. Live lectures on scheduled dates/times help provide structure throughout your course. 

Connect with your instructor on discussion forums and by email. Your instructor is an expert with years of real-world professional experience and is here to guide you every step of the way.

We’re so confident in our program that should you fail your exam, you can repeat the OnDemand course for free. Simply complete all homework assignments to qualify for the Passing Guarantee.
The course calendar is a convenient central hub for all your studies. Each week, your calendar displays all your weekly assignments and live lectures. Stay on top of your studies by reading the relevant Web Book chapters and solving associated practice problems before class, and then complete the corresponding homework assignment after class.

Live office hours, strategically placed in the schedule, provide time for additional Q&A and problem solving with your instructor.

All Live Online lectures are recorded and posted the next day for additional viewing in case you are unable to attend or want to re-watch an important topic. 

Interact with your classmates on forums and live lecture chats to discuss your exam prep experiences and talk through exam topics.

Did you recently take your exam and aren't sure if you passed? Or, are you waiting to hear if your exam application was accepted? We've got you covered! We'll provide you with a full refund if you let us know before the first live class date. We can also transfer you to a future session free of charge at any time.

New Videos Available! Watch new, bite-sized video lectures to help understand key concepts for the exam.

Upon registration for your course, you will gain instant access to OnDemand lectures to get your exam prep started.

All presentation slides are downloadable, providing you the opportunity to take notes as you follow along with your instructor.

The course syllabus and homework assignments help you stay on track and reinforce key concepts.
Maximize your time on exam day by knowing how to use your Casio FX-115 ES Plus Calculator. These 12 easy-to-follow video lessons will provide you with the training, tips, and shortcuts necessary for exam success.

Proven test-taking and time-management tips from your instructor are provided throughout your course to prepare you for exam-day success.

Digital Materials
Practice using NCEES-like exam simulations. Each exam contains a unique set of questions. To simulate an exam-day experience, you can reference your copy of the NCEES Handbook on the left, and answer questions on the right.
PE Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual
Michael R. Lindeburg, PE’s PE Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual web book offers focused review of all exam topics with NCEES PE Mechanical Reference Handbook call-outs in detailed problem solving examples.
PE Mechanical Engineering Practice Problems
Michael R. Lindeburg, PE's PE Mechanical Engineering Practice Problems web book contains problems similar in length and format, references to NCEES PE Mechanical Reference Handbook, and step-by-step solutions to ensure confidence on exam day.
Begin your studies efficiently by assessing your knowledge of NCEES exam topics. Use this information to focus your studies.
Your Learning Path is a study calendar that acts as a central hub and takes you week-by-week through your studies. It links you directly to all your study materials from one central location. For Live Online students, your schedule is automatically customized to your class schedule. For OnDemand and Learning Hub students, you can customize the number of hours you want to study per week, as well as any days off, and your Learning Path will automatically update to match your availability.
The Activity Library contains all the same study materials that are available in your Learning Path in an easy-to-search interface. Filter by exam topic to see all available activities in that topic. You can also search by activity name for easy lookup.

Updated with new questions for a more targeted exam practice

Create custom quizzes from a database of hundreds of exam-like problems to master problem-solving skills for each topic. The Qbank allows you to filter by exam topic, as well as quantitative and non-quantitative questions.

Purchase Options

September - December Course
Live Online Course: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems (September 2025 - December 2025) (Access Your Course Starting 9/8/25)
September - December Course
$2,595.00

We leverage 50+ years of PE exam prep experience when designing our Live Online Course Bundle, offering you a thorough review of every NCEES exam topic. Our professional engineers have real-world experience and will guide you through each step of your exam prep. Your live online review covers all NCEES PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems exam topics.

Every PPI Live Online course comes with:

  • Instruction from professional engineers. Includes 70+ hours of lectures, problem-solving demonstrations, exam strategy sessions, and office hours.
  • Trusted exam prep materials designed to help you pass. You'll receive reference materials, homework assignments, detailed class notes plus NCEES handbook, as well as access to PPI’s Learning Hub for quizzes, practice exams, and more.
  • A passing guarantee. When you take a Live Online course, we guarantee you will pass, or you can take the OnDemand course for free.
$2,595.00
January - April Course
Live Online Course: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems (January 2026 - April 2026) (Access Your Course Starting 10/1/25)
January - April Course
$2,595.00

We leverage over 50 years of PE exam prep experience when designing our Live Online Course Bundle, offering you a thorough review of every NCEES exam topic. Our professional engineers have real-world experience and will guide you through each step of your exam prep. Your live online review covers all NCEES PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems exam topics.

Every PPI Live Online course comes with:

  • Instruction from professional engineers. Includes 70+ hours of lectures, problem-solving demonstrations, exam strategy sessions, and office hours.
  • Trusted exam prep materials designed to help you pass. You'll receive reference materials, homework assignments, detailed class notes plus NCEES handbook, as well as access to PPI’s Learning Hub for quizzes, practice exams, and more.
  • A passing guarantee. When you take a Live Online course, we guarantee you will pass, or you can take the OnDemand course for free.
$2,595.00

About the OnDemand Course Bundle

This OnDemand Course Bundle was created to help you study at your own pace, but also choose the course time frame that works best for you. We leverage 50 years of PE exam prep experience when designing our OnDemand courses, offering you a thorough review of every NCEES exam topic. Our professional engineers have real-world experience and will guide you through each step of your exam prep. Choose between the 3-month, 6-month, or 1-year options. Our course will completely prepare you for the closed-book PE Mechanical CBT exam.

Your PPI OnDemand course comes with:

  • Instruction from professional engineers. Includes 60+ hours of recorded lectures, problem-solving demonstrations, and exam strategy sessions.
  • Trusted exam prep materials designed to help you pass. You'll receive reference materials, detailed class notes, and the NCEES handbook. 
  • PPI’s Learning Hub with a study plan, practice exams, quiz generator, and so much more!

Access Time

Access to your OnDemand Course begins immediately upon purchase. For 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year courses, access ends automatically at the end of your chosen duration. For monthly and weekly courses, access renews monthly or weekly until you cancel the subscription.

Live Online Lecture Demo

Learning Platform Demo

 

What's Included:

Course Features

New Videos Available! Watch new, bite-sized video lectures to help understand key concepts for the exam.

Upon registration for your course, you will gain instant access to OnDemand lectures to get your exam prep started.

All presentation slides are downloadable, providing you the opportunity to take notes as you follow along with your instructor.

The course syllabus and homework assignments help you stay on track and reinforce key concepts.
Maximize your time on exam day by knowing how to use your Casio FX-115 ES Plus Calculator. These 12 easy-to-follow video lessons will provide you with the training, tips, and shortcuts necessary for exam success.

Proven test-taking and time-management tips from your instructor are provided throughout your course to prepare you for exam-day success.

Digital Materials
Practice using NCEES-like exam simulations. Each exam contains a unique set of questions. To simulate an exam-day experience, you can reference your copy of the NCEES Handbook on the left, and answer questions on the right.
PE Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual
Michael R. Lindeburg, PE’s PE Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual web book offers focused review of all exam topics with NCEES PE Mechanical Reference Handbook call-outs in detailed problem solving examples.
PE Mechanical Engineering Practice Problems
Michael R. Lindeburg, PE's PE Mechanical Engineering Practice Problems web book contains problems similar in length and format, references to NCEES PE Mechanical Reference Handbook, and step-by-step solutions to ensure confidence on exam day.
Begin your studies efficiently by assessing your knowledge of NCEES exam topics. Use this information to focus your studies.
Your Learning Path is a study calendar that acts as a central hub and takes you week-by-week through your studies. It links you directly to all your study materials from one central location. For Live Online students, your schedule is automatically customized to your class schedule. For OnDemand and Learning Hub students, you can customize the number of hours you want to study per week, as well as any days off, and your Learning Path will automatically update to match your availability.
The Activity Library contains all the same study materials that are available in your Learning Path in an easy-to-search interface. Filter by exam topic to see all available activities in that topic. You can also search by activity name for easy lookup.

Updated with new questions for a more targeted exam practice

Create custom quizzes from a database of hundreds of exam-like problems to master problem-solving skills for each topic. The Qbank allows you to filter by exam topic, as well as quantitative and non-quantitative questions.

Purchase Options

Select an Access Period
Save 57% vs Monthly
OnDemand Course: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems - 1 Year Access (Digital Only)
1-Year Access (Non-Renewing)
$2,795.00
This course is a 12-month subscription that begins upon purchase. This course will not renew.
$2,795.00
OnDemand Course: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems - 6 Months Access (Digital Only)
6-Month Access (Non-Renewing)
$2,295.00
This course is a 6-month subscription that begins upon purchase. This course will not renew.
$2,295.00
OnDemand Course: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems - 3 Months Access (Digital Only)
3-Month Access (Non-Renewing)
$1,365.00
This course is a 3-month subscription that begins upon purchase. This course will not renew.
$1,365.00
Recurring Subscription (Digital Only)
OnDemand Course: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems - Monthly Renewing (Digital Only)
$545.00

Study at your own pace with PPI’s OnDemand Prep Course. Not only do OnDemand courses thoroughly cover every topic, but they also provide you with all the NCEES-approved materials you need.

PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems Prep Course Overview

  • Provides focused review of all topics on the NCEES PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems exam
  • Includes 60+ hours of lectures, problem solving demonstrations, exam strategy sessions, and office hours
  • Gives you everything you need to pass—from reference materials to homework assignments to detailed class note

Benefits Include:

  • Watch lectures and problem solving demonstrations on your own schedule
  • Stay on track with structured and focused reading and problem assignments
  • Download presentation slides for easy note-taking
  • Assess your exam readiness with digital resources in the PPI Learning Hub
  • Learn tips and tricks for how to use your Casio FX-115 ES Plus Calculator
  • Hone your test-taking and time management skills

This course is a monthly renewing subscription that will automatically renew each month until canceled.

$545.00
Looking for monthly access?

About the Self-Study: Learning Hub and Print Bundle

The learning hub and print bundle is perfect for those who need a refresher before the exam. The review materials in this bundle are updated to the current PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems exam specs, contain thorough coverage of mechanical engineering principles and codes, and include numerous practice problems to challenge your knowledge of the concepts. This curated bundle includes Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual, practice problems, and the most realistic practice exams on the market.

PPI Learning Hub is the go-to destination for PE Mechanical exam prep. The Learning Hub is more than an eLearning platform—it is a time-tested program that guides examinees through their exam prep from start to finish. Our philosophy has a simple framework: kick-off your studies with a personalized PPI Study Plan, then “Assess, Review, Practice” until you are ready for exam day.

PPI Learning Hub is ideal if you need to review key knowledge areas and would like extensive practice to be part of your exam preparation.

Access Time

Access to Learning Hub begins immediately upon purchase. For 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year Learning Hub products, access ends automatically at the end of your chosen duration. For monthly and weekly Learning Hub products, access renews monthly or weekly until you cancel the subscription. 

Passing Guarantee

Learning Path Demo


What's Included:

Digital Materials
Practice using NCEES-like exam simulations. Each exam contains a unique set of questions. To simulate an exam-day experience, you can reference your copy of the NCEES Handbook on the left, and answer questions on the right.
PE Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual
Michael R. Lindeburg, PE’s PE Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual web book offers focused review of all exam topics with NCEES PE Mechanical Reference Handbook call-outs in detailed problem solving examples.
PE Mechanical Engineering Practice Problems
Michael R. Lindeburg, PE's PE Mechanical Engineering Practice Problems web book contains problems similar in length and format, references to NCEES PE Mechanical Reference Handbook, and step-by-step solutions to ensure confidence on exam day.
Begin your studies efficiently by assessing your knowledge of NCEES exam topics. Use this information to focus your studies.
Your Learning Path is a study calendar that acts as a central hub and takes you week-by-week through your studies. It links you directly to all your study materials from one central location. For Live Online students, your schedule is automatically customized to your class schedule. For OnDemand and Learning Hub students, you can customize the number of hours you want to study per week, as well as any days off, and your Learning Path will automatically update to match your availability.
The Activity Library contains all the same study materials that are available in your Learning Path in an easy-to-search interface. Filter by exam topic to see all available activities in that topic. You can also search by activity name for easy lookup.

Updated with new questions for a more targeted exam practice

Create custom quizzes from a database of hundreds of exam-like problems to master problem-solving skills for each topic. The Qbank allows you to filter by exam topic, as well as quantitative and non-quantitative questions.

Purchase Options

Select an Access Period
Save 41% vs Monthly
Learning Hub Bundle: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems - 1 Year Access (Digital Only)
1-Year Learning Hub Access
$1,049.00
PPI’s Self-Study: Learning Hub & Print Bundle gives you 12 months of access to all of the powerful features and learning hub study materials. No need to worry about renewing or cancelling a subscription. Get started today!
$1,049.00
Learning Hub Bundle: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems - 6 Months Access (Digital Only)
6-Month Learning Hub Access
$659.00
PPI’s Self-Study: Learning Hub & Print Bundle gives you 6 months of access to all of the powerful features and learning hub study materials. No need to worry about renewing or cancelling a subscription. Get started today!
$659.00
Learning Hub Bundle: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems - 3 Months Access (Digital Only)
3-Month Learning Hub Access
$399.00
PPI’s Self-Study: Learning Hub & Print Bundle gives you 3 months of access to all of the powerful features and learning hub study materials. No need to worry about renewing or cancelling a subscription. Get started today!
$399.00
Recurring Subscription (Digital Only)
Learning Hub: PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems - Monthly Renewing (Digital Only)
$149.00

This monthly renewing subscription is the ideal choice if you are seeking flexibility or do not know when your exam date is quite yet.

PPI Learning Hub is the go-to destination for NCEES PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems exam prep. Our philosophy has a simple framework: kick-off your studies with a personalized PPI Study Plan, then “Assess, Review, and Practice” until you are ready for exam day. 

PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems Learning Hub includes:

  • PE Mechanical Learning Path is a study calendar that acts as a central hub and takes you week-by-week through your studies. It links you directly to all your study materials from one central location. For Live Online students, your schedule is automatically customized to your class schedule. For OnDemand and Learning Hub, you can customize the number of hours you want to study per week, and any days off, and your learning path will automatically update to match your availability.
  • Two Diagnostic Exams with exam-like questions that will test your knowledge and assess your skill level.
  • Michael R. Lindeburg, PE’s PE Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual Web Book offers focused review of all exam topics with NCEES PE Mechanical Reference Handbook call-outs in detailed problem solving examples.
  • Michael R. Lindeburg, PE’s PE Mechanical Engineering Practice Problems Web Book contains problems similar in length and format, references to NCEES PE Mechanical Reference Handbook, and step-by-step solutions to ensure confidence on exam day.
  • Qbank lets examinees create custom quizzes with unique problems to master problem-solving skills for each exam topic. Choose from a database of over 560 problems and filter by exam topic as well as quantitative and non-quantitative questions.

  • Two Full Practice Exams each with 80 multiple-choice problems consistent with NCEES exam format, scope of topics, number of problems, and level of difficulty. To simulate an exam-day experience, you can reference your copy of the NCEES Handbook on the left, and answer questions on the right.

Additional Features:

  • Performance reports that let you track your weakness and strengths for each section
  • Take your review on-the-go with access anytime, anywhere on your computer, tablet or phone

This subscription is for 1 month and begins on the date of purchase. It will renew each month until canceled.

$149.00
Looking for monthly access?

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Class Options for the Live Online Course Bundle

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PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems Live Online Course (September 2025 - December 2025)
Schedule
September 17 - December 8, 2025
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PE Mechanical Thermal & Fluid Systems Live Online Course (January 2026 - April 2026) (Access Your Course Starting 10/1/25)
Schedule
January 21 - April 20, 2026
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Location:
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Exam Details for the PE Mechanical Exam

The PE Mechanical exam is an 8-hour computer-based exam with 80 questions relevant to Mechanical engineering practices in HVAC and Refrigeration, Machine Design and Materials, or Thermal and Fluid Systems. You are not allowed to bring your reference materials into the exam with you. Your only reference will be the supplied NCEES reference handbook. For more exam information click below.

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PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems Exam FAQs

You will have 8 hours to complete the exam which contains 80 questions.
Unfortunately, no. In April 2020, the exam changed to a closed book Computer-Based Test (CBT) that is available to take year-round. The exam topics have not changed; however, you will not be able to bring any books into the exam. Your only reference will be an electronic reference supplied by NCEES.
According to NCEES, there isn't a specific pass or fail score. You can view how NCEES scores the exam by visiting here.

Pass rates for the last PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems exam were:

  • First-time test takers: 69%
  • Repeat test takers: 48%

The PE Mechanical Thermal and Fluid Systems exam covers the following topics:

  • Basic Engineering Practice
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Heat Transfer Principles
  • Mass Balance Principles
  • Thermodynamics
  • Supportive Knowledge
  • Hydraulic and Fluid Applications
  • Energy/Power System Applications
For more information, you can visit ncees.org or view this PDF.

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PE Mechanical Customer
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PE Mechanical Customer
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PE Mechanical Customer
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PE Mechanical Customer
“The interaction with the instructor and other students was very helpful and gave some great insights for preparation as well as content and problem solving methods. You will not regret taking this prep course because it will make you feel absolutely ready when you enter those doors on exam day."
Michael
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