Education Path for the Forensic Engineer

Here is a quick breakdown of what you need to do to become a forensic engineer:

• Get a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Major in an engineering sub-specialty field
• Take on an internship to gain experience
• Contact your State to find out which exams are needed
• Complete and pass your State’s examinations
• Contact the International Institute of Forensic Engineering Sciences, IIFES
• Apply to their program
• Contact your State for further requirements to become licensed
• Get your license
• Find employment and start working!

Forensic Engineer Curriculum

Universities or colleges who have a forensic engineer program should follow the following curriculum guidelines set forth by the Forensic Engineering Curriculum Committee:

• Introduction to Forensic Engineering
• Product LiabilityFE
• Forensic Engineering Project
• Advanced Forensic Engineering Techniques
• Computer Applications in Forensic Engineering
• Engineering Ethics
• Mathematics