📝 Full-Length Practice Exam

Geotechnical Engineer (GE) — state authority

Administered by State board (e.g., California, Oregon)

50
Questions
150 min
Time limit
70%
Pass mark
Open-reference
References
What this is

A full-length practice exam for the state Geotechnical Engineer (GE) authority, covering advanced geotechnical practice including deep foundations, liquefaction and seismic design, ground improvement, earth retention, engineering geology, and slope stability. The GE is a state-specific authority offered in a limited number of states.

References you may use
  • NCEES PE Civil — Geotechnical depth specifications
  • FHWA GEC reference manuals (deep foundations, ground improvement, retaining walls)
  • ASCE 7 / state seismic provisions and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design
Topics covered
Deep FoundationsLiquefaction & Seismic DesignGround ImprovementEarth RetentionEngineering GeologySlope Stability & Settlement
⚠️ These are original practice questions written to mirror the published topic areas and difficulty of advanced geotechnical licensure; they are not reproductions of actual exam questions. GE licensing is a state-specific authority and requirements vary substantially by state — only some states (such as California and Oregon) offer a separate Geotechnical Engineer title or authority. Always confirm your state board requirements, applicable codes, and current standards before testing.

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