Space Habitat Designers

Certification or Licensing

Certification is available from several organizations, such as SME (previously known as the Society of Manufacturing Engineers) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. To become certified, applicants need to meet education and experience requirements and pass an examination. 

All states and the District of Columbia require architects to be licensed. Requirements typically include earning a degree in architecture, obtaining relevant experience through a paid internship, and passing a qualifying exam.

Engineers whose work may affect the life, health, or safety of the public must be registered according to regulations in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Licensing requirements vary by state. In general, however, they involve graduating from an accredited school, having four years of work experience, and passing the six-hour Fundamentals of Engineering exam and the eight-hour Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. The National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying provides information about licensure on its Web site, https://ncees.org.