[SystemSafety] Software exam gets low grade in first test

[Chuck_Petras at selinc.com]

There has been a move afoot to create a licensed software engineer here in 
the states.  Those efforts are coming to fruition. <
http://cdn1.ncees.co/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Exam-specifications_PE-Software-Apr-2013.pdf
>

"Many state licensing boards have long said code developers should be 
regulated the same way as other engineering disciplines. Their expanding 
work in areas such as electric grids, traffic control systems and water 
treatment plants argues for such an exam." <
http://www.eetimes.com/electronics-news/4375226/Sharpen-your-pencils-for-2013-software-exam
>

"SAN JOSE, Calif. ? Only 12 people took the first exam given in the U.S. 
to certify software engineers working on safety-critical systems, and only 
six passed it. The National Council of Examiners for Engineering and 
Surveying is driving ahead with plans to offer the exam again next April 
while educating engineers and employers about its significance." <
http://www.eetimes.com/electronics-news/4416387/Software-exam-gets-low-grade-in-first-test?goback=%2Egde_114902_member_249939440
>



Chuck Petras, PE**
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc
Pullman, WA  99163  USA
http://www.selinc.com
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