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The National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE) was founded to bring together those professional engineers who have attained substantial experience and recognition in forensic engineering practice. It seeks to improve the practice, elevate the standards, and advance the cause of forensic engineering. Membership in the Academy is limited to Registered Professional Engineers who are also members of the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE). They must also be members in an acceptable grade of a recognized major technical engineering society. NAFE is formally affiliated with NSPE, but is an independent organization incorporated in the State of Virginia.

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What is Forensic Engineering?

Forensic-EngineeringForensic Engineering “...is defined as; —the application of the art and science of engineering in matters which are in, or may possibly relate to, the jurisprudence system, inclusive of alternative dispute resolution.“*

If you are interested in learning more about the broad and developing field of forensic engineering, and would like to have the benefits of professional association with the Academy's members, read the Joint NSPE and NAFE statement.  Better yet, contact us.

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*[National Academy of Forensic Engineers - NAFE: 1991]

 

Membership levels

The levels of membership in the Academy are Member, Senior Member and Fellow, dependent upon experience and recommendations. At all levels, candidature for membership requires demonstration of actual experience in forensic engineering,including testimony under oath subject to cross examination. Recommendations are required from practicing attorneys or senior claims managers familiar with the candidate’s forensic experience. Copies of current professional engineering registrations, NSPE and technical membership are required.

For those persons interested in forensic engineering who are ineligible for membership in NAFE, the following affiliations are available: Correspondent, International Affiliate and Student Affiliate.


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