The OIQ recommends that junior engineers familiarize themselves with the preparatory materials
for the professional examination as soon as they are entered on the roll and register for the next session available in the Québec region of their choice.
The examination is not technical, but is designed to test whether candidates are familiar with the following:
• the laws and regulations governing professional practice in Québec
• principles of professional practice, ethics and professionalism, and other professional obligations
• the basic legal issues inherent to the professional practice of Engineering
Passing the professional examination is one of the eligible activities under the Règlement sur la formation continue obligatoire des ingénieurs (regulation concerning compulsory continuing education). This regulation sets out a variety of educational activities, including self-learning for a maximum of 5 hours during the reference period. As a result, you will receive 5 hours of continuing education under this regulation for passing the professional examination. Learn how to make the most of your educational activities and take advantage of this.
You can find all the necessary information about the professional examination in the following sections:
• Preparing for the professional examination
• Self-directed tutorial (access to members only)
• Registering for the professional examination
Candidates who are certified members of another Canadian engineering association may be exempted from the second part of the professional examination. All Canadian engineering associations require members to pass similar examinations, which facilitates engineer mobility across Canada. In such cases, the candidates must still pass the first and third parts of the OIQ’s examination.
For more information, contact our office at 514 845-6141, extension 3158.