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Board adopts certified hydrogeologist exam specs; public raises concerns about computer-based testing for complex engineering exams
Summary
The board approved new test specifications for the certified hydrogeologist exam effective October; public commenters and board staff discussed continuing issues with computer-based testing for complex exams such as structural engineering, and urged vendor and NCEES engagement.
The Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists voted April 3 to adopt updated test specifications for the certified hydrogeologist examination, with the new specifications to take effect in October 2025.
Larry Kerest, the board's examination manager, briefed members on the spring 2025 examination administration, listing dates: the state geology exam was administered March 4; ASBOG national exams took place in March; the state land-surveyor exam was scheduled for April 9; and the NCEES national one-day exams were set for April 15. Kerest told the board the new certified hydrogeologist test specifications were on page 29 of…
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