- California Civil (Engineering Surveying/Seismic Principles)
- Geotechnical Engineer Examination
- State Specific Land Surveyor Examination
- Traffic Engineer Examination
- ASBOG Examinations
- California Specific Examination
- Certified Engineering Geologist
- Certified Hydrogeologist
- Professional Geophysicist
California Civil (Engineering
Surveying/Seismic Principles) Examinations
There are two (2) state-specific Civil Engineer exams: Engineering Surveying and Seismic Principles.
Process to Apply for Licensure and Take the Exams
Exam Format
The exams are multiple-choice, computer-based test (CBT), administered at Prometric testing centers.
The exams may also include alternate item type questions.
Exam Length
Candidates have two and a half (2.5) hours to complete each exam.
Test Plans
The Civil Engineering Surveying
Exam Test Plan and the Civil Seismic Principles Exam Test
Plan provides information regarding the content areas of each exam and the percentage of exam
questions in each content area.
Recommended References
The references included in this list should be considered suggested material
only.
Civil Engineering Surveying Exam and Civil
Seismic Principles Exam Reference List
Sample Exam Questions
The Civil Engineering
Surveying Exam Sample Questions and Civil Seismic Principles Exam
Sample Questions are retired questions that are provided to give candidates an idea of the
types of questions they can expect to see on the exam.
Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
Exam candidates must read the Civil Engineering Surveying Exam Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB) and the
Civil Seismic Principles Exam Candidate
Information Bulletin (CIB) carefully. It is recommended that candidates print and bring a
copy of the CIBs with them to the test center on exam day. The CIBs contain important information
including, the exam format, how to schedule, the identification (ID) requirements, approved tools and
reference materials, the calculator policy, test center regulations, etc.
Scheduling an Exam Appointment
Once an application is exam eligible the applicant will need to log in to BPELSG Connect to pay for and request to take the
exams. Applicants will have the choice to take the exams in one of two quarters
following the quarter in which the applicant makes the exam requests and pays the exam
fees in BPELSG Connect; however, the applicant will not be able to take the exams in
the same quarter in which they make the exam requests and pay their exam fees in BPELSG Connect.
For example, if an applicant makes their exam requests and pays their exam fees in Quarter 1, they will
be able to schedule their exams in Quarter 2 or Quarter 3, but not in Quarter 1. See the chart on
Applying for Licensure as a Civil
Engineer for quarter dates. Once an applicant has paid for an exam and selected a
quarter, their eligibility is only valid for the quarter they selected.
After payment, the applicant will receive Authorization to Test (ATT) notices via email with instructions on how and when to schedule the exams with Prometric. Contact the Exam Unit at (916) 999-3644 or BOEXAM@dca.ca.gov for questions about scheduling the exams or if ATTs were not received after payment was made (check SPAM and junk email boxes before contacting the Board).
Calculator Policy
The Board’s calculator policy is described in the Civil Engineering Surveying Exam and Civil
Seismic Principles Exam Candidate
Information Bulletin (CIB)s.
Exam Results
Candidates will receive their exam results via email the month following the month in which
they took the exam. The results are typically released by mid-month. For example, candidates that took
the exam in January will receive their results by mid-February. Do not contact the Board regarding the
anticipated release date, as there are several factors that can affect the release of the exam results,
and an exact date cannot be provided to candidates.
The exam is not appealable or reviewable; do not contact the Board regarding appeals or exam reviews.
Read the Next Steps After Taking Your Exam(s) for additional information.
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER EXAMINATION
Process to Apply for Licensure and Take the Exam
- Geotechnical Engineer Process
- Exam Schedule (The exam is offered once a year in the fall.)
- Re-Examination Information
Exam Format
The exam is a multiple-choice, computer-based test (CBT), administered at Prometric testing centers. The
exam may also include alternate item type questions.
Exam Length
Candidates have eight (8) hours to complete the exam.
Test Plan
The Geotechnical Engineer Exam Test
Plan provides information regarding the content areas of the exam and the percentage of exam
questions in each content area.
Recommended References
The references included in this list should be considered suggested material
only.
Geotechnical Engineer Exam Reference
List
Sample Exam Questions
The Geotechnical Engineer Exam
Sample Questions are retired questions that are provided to give candidates an idea of the types
of questions they can expect to see on the exam.
Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
Exam candidates must read the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
carefully. It is recommended that candidates print and bring a copy of the CIB with them to the
test center on exam day. The CIB contains important information including, the exam format, how to
schedule, the identification (ID) requirements, approved tools and reference materials, the calculator
policy, test center regulations, etc.
Calculator Policy
The Board’s calculator policy is described in the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB).
Scheduling an Exam Appointment
Once an application is exam eligible the applicant will need to log in to BPELSG Connect to pay for and request to take the
exam. Applicants who have yet to schedule and pay their exam fee by September 2nd, will be
required to take the exam in a subsequent exam window.
After payment, the applicant will receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) notice via email with instructions on how and when to schedule the exam with Prometric . An applicant may not be able to schedule their exam with Prometric until 120 days before the start of the exam window. Contact the Exam Unit at (916) 999-3644 or BOEXAM@dca.ca.gov for questions about scheduling the exam or if an ATT was not received after payment was made.
Exam Results
Exam results will be released to candidates by email 6-8 weeks after the exam window. Do not contact
the Board regarding the anticipated release date, as there are several factors that can affect the
release of the exam results, and an exact date cannot be provided to candidates.
The exam is not appealable or reviewable; do not contact the Board regarding appeals or exam reviews.
Read the Next Steps After Taking Your Exam(s) for additional information.
STATE SPECIFIC LAND SURVEYOR
EXAMINATION
Process to Apply for Licensure and Take the Exam
Exam Format
The exam is a multiple-choice, computer-based test (CBT), administered at Prometric testing centers. The
exam may also include alternate item type questions.
Exam Length
Candidates have four (4) hours to complete the exam.
Test Plan
The Professional Land Surveyor Exam
Test Plan provides information regarding the content areas of the exam and the percentage of
exam questions in each content area.
Recommended References
The references included in this list should be considered suggested material
only.
Professional Land Surveyor Exam Reference
List
Sample Exam Questions
The Professional Land
Surveyor Exam Sample Questions are retired questions that are provided to give candidates an
idea of the types of questions they can expect to see on the exam.
Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
Exam candidates must read the Professional Land Surveyor Exam Candidate Information Bulletin
(CIB) carefully. It is recommended that candidates print and bring a copy of the CIB
with them to the test center on exam day. The CIB contains important information including, the
exam format, how to schedule, the identification (ID) requirements, approved tools and reference
materials, the calculator policy, test center regulations, etc.
Calculator Policy
The Board’s calculator policy is described in the Professional Land Surveyor Exam Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB).
Scheduling an Exam Appointment
Once an application is exam eligible the applicant will need to log in to BPELSG Connect to pay for and request to take the
exam. Applicants will have a choice between the spring or fall exam
dates. Applicants who have yet to schedule and pay their exam fee in BPELSG Connect by March
9th for the spring exam, or September 9th for the fall exam, will need to choose
the next exam date. For example, if it is past the current fall exam date,
the applicant should choose spring; otherwise, they will be scheduled for the fall of
the following year. After payment, the applicant will receive an
Authorization to Test (ATT) notice via email with instructions on how and when to schedule the exam
with Prometric. Applicants should
contact the Board if they do not receive the ATT after payment is made (check SPAM and junk email
boxes before contacting the Board).
Applicants may not be able to schedule their exam with Prometric until 120 days before the exam date. Contact the Exam Unit at (916) 999-3644 or BOEXAM@dca.ca.gov for exam scheduling questions or if an ATT was not received after payment was made.
Exam Results
Candidates will receive their exam results via email. Spring results are typically released in mid
to late May, and fall results are typically released in early to mid-December. Do not contact the
Board regarding the anticipated release date, as there are several factors that can affect the release
of the exam results, and an exact date cannot be provided to candidates.
The exam is not appealable or reviewable; do not contact the Board regarding appeals or exam reviews.
Read the Next Steps After Taking Your Exam(s) for additional information.
TRAFFIC ENGINEER EXAMINATION
Process to Apply for Licensure and Take the Exam
- Traffic Engineer Process
- Exam Schedule (The exam is offered once a year in the fall.)
- Re-Examination Information
Exam Format
The exam is a multiple-choice, computer-based test (CBT), administered at Prometric testing centers. The
exam may also include alternate item type questions.
Exam Length
Candidates have eight (8) hours to complete the exam.
Test Plan
The Traffic Engineer Exam Test
Plan provides information regarding the content areas of the exam and the percentage of exam
questions in each content area.
Recommended References
The references included in this list should be considered suggested material
only.
Traffic Engineer Exam Reference List
Sample Exam Questions
The Traffic Engineer Exam Sample
Questions are retired questions that are provided to give candidates an idea of the types of
questions they can expect to see on the exam.
Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
Exam candidates must read the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
carefully. It is recommended that candidates print and bring a copy of the CIB with them to the
test center on exam day. The CIB contains important information including, the exam format, how to
schedule, the identification (ID) requirements, approved tools and reference materials, the
calculator policy, test center regulations, etc.
Calculator Policy
The Board’s calculator policy is described in the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB).
Scheduling an Exam Appointment
Once an application is exam eligible the applicant will need to log in to BPELSG Connect to pay for and request to take the
exam. Applicants who have yet to schedule and pay their exam fee by August 26th, will be
required to take the exam in a subsequent exam window.
After payment, the applicant will receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) notice via email with instructions on how and when to schedule the exam with Prometric. An applicant may not be able to schedule their exam with Prometric until 120 days before the start of the exam window. Contact the Exam Unit at (916) 999-3644 or BOEXAM@dca.ca.gov for questions about scheduling the exam or if an ATT was not received after payment was made.
Exam Results
Exam results will be released to candidates by email 6-8 weeks after the exam window. Do not contact
the Board regarding the anticipated release date, as there are several factors that can affect the
release of the exam results, and an exact date cannot be provided to candidates.
The exam is not appealable or reviewable; do not contact the Board regarding appeals or exam reviews.
Read the Next Steps After Taking Your Exam(s) for additional information.
ASBOG
FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOLOGY AND PRACTICE OF GEOLOGY EXAMINATIONS
The ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology (FG) and Practice of Geology (PG) are national exams required for Professional Geologist licensure.
Process to Apply for Certification and/or Licensure and Take the Exams
- Geologist-in-Training and Professional Geologist Application Information
- Exam Schedule
- Re-Examination Information
Exam Format
Both exams are multiple choice, computer-based tests (CBT) that are administered at testing centers.
Testing centers are located throughout the US and Puerto Rico.
Exam Length
Candidates will have four (4) hours to complete each examination.
Test Blueprints, Study Material, Sample Questions, Calculator Policy
Test Blueprints, study material, sample questions, the calculator policy and other resources for exam
preparation are available in the ASBOG
Candidate Handbook and the ASBOG website.
Scheduling an Exam Appointment
All approved applicants will pay exam fees and seat fees directly to ASBOG’s exam vendor
Prometric/Iso-Quality Testing (IQT) and sign up for the exam(s) through Prometric/IQT upon email
notification. Prometric/IQT will send an email to all eligible exam candidates in early February for
the spring exam and in late August for the fall exam (from the following email address:
registrations@isoqualitytesting.com). Applicants should not contact ASBOG or Prometric/IQT regarding
their eligibility; they must wait for their email notification. Applicants who believe they are
eligible, but do not receive an email notification in the timeframe described above, may contact the
Exam Unit at (916) 999-3644 or BOEXAM@dca.ca.gov. Applicants
should check their SPAM and junk email boxes before contacting the Board.
Exam Results
Exam results will be released to candidates by email 8-10 weeks after the exam. Do not contact
the Board regarding the anticipated release date, as there are several factors that can affect the
release of the exam results, and an exact date cannot be provided to candidates.
The exams are not appealable or reviewable; do not contact the Board regarding appeals or exam reviews.
Read the Next Steps After Taking Your Exam(s) for additional information.
PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGIST CALIFORNIA SPECIFIC EXAMINATION
Process to Apply for Licensure and Take the Exam
Exam Format
The exam is a multiple-choice, computer-based test (CBT), administered at Prometric testing centers. The
exam may also include alternate item type questions.
Exam Length
Candidates have three (3) hours to complete the exam.
Test Plan
The California Specific Exam Test
Plan provides information regarding the content areas of the exam and the percentage of exam
questions in each content area.
Recommended References
The references included in this list should be considered suggested material
only.
California Specific Exam Reference List
Sample Exam Questions
The California Specific Exam
Sample Questions are retired questions that are provided to give candidates an idea of the types
of questions they can expect to see on the exam.
Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
Exam candidates must read the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
carefully. It is recommended that candidates print and bring a copy of the CIB with them to the
test center on exam day. The CIB contains important information including, the exam format, how to
schedule, the identification (ID) requirements, approved tools, the calculator policy, test center
regulations, etc.
Calculator Policy
The Board’s calculator policy is described in the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB).
Scheduling an Exam Appointment
Once an application is exam eligible the applicant will need to log in to BPELSG Connect to pay for and request to take the
exam. The applicant will have a choice between the spring or fall exam
dates. Applicants who have yet to schedule and pay their exam fee in BPELSG Connect
by January 27th for the spring exam, or August 27th for the fall exam, will need to choose
the next exam date. For example, if it is past the current fall
date (August 27th), the applicant should choose spring; otherwise, they will be scheduled for the fall
of the following year. After payment, applicants will receive an
Authorization to Test (ATT) notice via email with instructions on how and when to schedule the exam
with Prometric. Applicants should
contact the Board if they do not receive the ATT after payment is made (check SPAM and junk email
boxes before contacting the Board).
Applicants may not be able to schedule their exam with Prometric until 120 days before the start of the exam date. Contact the Exam Unit at (916) 999-3644 or BOEXAM@dca.ca.gov for exam scheduling questions.
Exam Results
Exam results will be released to candidates by email 8-10 weeks after the exam. Do not contact the
Board regarding the anticipated release date, as there are several factors that can affect the release
of the exam results, and an exact date cannot be provided to candidates.
The exam is not appealable or reviewable; do not contact the Board regarding appeals or exam reviews.
Read the Next Steps After Taking Your Exam(s) for additional information.
CERTIFIED ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST EXAMINATION
Process to Apply for Licensure and Take the Exam
Exam Format
The exam is a multiple-choice, computer-based test (CBT), administered at Prometric testing centers. The
exam may also include alternate item type questions.
Exam Length
Candidates have three (3) hours to complete the exam.
Test Plan
The Certified Engineering Geologist
Exam Test Plan provides information regarding the content areas of the exam and the
percentage of exam questions in each content area.
Recommended References
The references included in this list should be considered suggested material
only.
Certified Engineering Geologist Exam Reference
List
Sample Exam Questions
The Certified Engineering
Geologist Exam Sample Questions are retired questions that are provided to give candidates an idea
of the types of questions they can expect to see on the exam.
Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
Exam candidates must read the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
carefully. It is recommended that candidates print and bring a copy of the CIB with them to the
test center on exam day. The CIB contains important information including, the exam format, how to
schedule, the identification (ID) requirements, approved tools, the calculator policy, test center
regulations, etc.
Calculator Policy
The Board’s calculator policy is described in the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB).
Scheduling an Exam Appointment
Approved applicants will receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) notice via email 4-6 weeks prior to the
exam date, with instructions on how and when to schedule the exam with Prometric. Applicants should contact the
Board if they do not receive their ATT (check SPAM and junk email boxes before contacting the
Board).
Exam Results
Exam results will be released to candidates by email 8-10 weeks after the exam. Do not contact
the Board regarding the anticipated release date, as there are several factors that can affect the
release of the exam results, and an exact date cannot be provided to candidates.
The exam is not appealable or reviewable; do not contact the Board regarding appeals or exam reviews.
Read the Next Steps After Taking Your Exam(s) for additional information.
CERTIFIED HYDROGEOLOGIST EXAMINATION
Process to Apply for Licensure and Take the Exam
Exam Format
The exam is a multiple-choice, computer-based test (CBT), administered at Prometric testing centers. The
exam may also include alternate item type questions.
Exam Length
Candidates have three (3) hours to complete the exam.
Test Plan
The Certified Hydrogeologist Exam Test
Plan provides information regarding the content areas of the exam and the percentage of exam
questions in each content area.
Recommended References
The references included in this list should be considered suggested material
only.
Certified Hydrogeologist Exam Reference
List
Sample Exam Questions
The Certified Hydrogeologist
Exam Sample Questions are retired questions that are provided to give candidates an idea of the
types of questions they can expect to see on the exam.
Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
Exam candidates must read the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
carefully. It is recommended that candidates print and bring a copy of the CIB with them to the
test center on exam day. The CIB contains important information including, the exam format, how to
schedule, the identification (ID) requirements, approved tools, the calculator policy, test center
regulations, etc.
Calculator Policy
The Board’s calculator policy is described in the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB).
Scheduling an Exam Appointment
Approved applicants will receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) notice via email 4-6 weeks prior to the
exam date, with instructions on how and when to schedule the exam with Prometric. Applicants should contact the
Board if they do not receive their ATT (check SPAM and junk email boxes before contacting the
Board).
Exam Results
Exam results will be released to candidates by email 8-10 weeks after the exam. Do not contact
the Board regarding the anticipated release date, as there are several factors that can affect the
release of the exam results, and an exact date cannot be provided to candidates.
The exam is not appealable or reviewable; do not contact the Board regarding appeals or exam reviews.
Read the Next Steps After Taking Your Exam(s) for additional information.
PROFESSIONAL GEOPHYSICIST EXAMINATION
Process to Apply for Licensure and Take the Exam
Exam Format
The exam is a multiple-choice, computer-based test (CBT), administered at Prometric testing centers.
The exam may also include alternate item type questions.
Exam Length
Candidates have four (4) hours to complete the exam.
Test Plan
The Professional Geophysicist Exam
Test Plan provides information regarding the content areas of the exam and the percentage of
exam questions in each content area.
Recommended References
The references included in this list should be considered suggested material
only.
Professional Geophysicist Exam Reference
List
Sample Exam Questions
The Professional Geophysicist
Exam Sample Questions are retired questions that are provided to give candidates an idea of the
types of questions they can expect to see on the exam.
Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
Exam candidates must read the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)
carefully. It is recommended that candidates print and bring a copy of the CIB with them to the
test center on exam day. The CIB contains important information including, the exam format, how to
schedule, the identification (ID) requirements, approved tools, the calculator policy, test center
regulations, etc.
Calculator Policy
The Board’s calculator policy is described in the appropriate Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB).
Scheduling an Exam Appointment
Approved applicants will receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) notice via email 4-6 weeks prior to the
exam date, with instructions on how and when to schedule the exam with Prometric. Applicants should contact the
Board if they do not receive their ATT (check SPAM and junk email boxes before contacting the
Board).
Exam Results
Exam results will be released to candidates by email 8-10 weeks after the exam. Do not contact
the Board regarding the anticipated release date, as there are several factors that can affect the
release of the exam results, and an exact date cannot be provided to candidates.
The exam is not appealable or reviewable; do not contact the Board regarding appeals or exam reviews.
Read the Next Steps After Taking Your Exam(s) for additional information.
