What is Forensic Engineering?
Forensic 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]
NAFE Books
NAFE Journal Papers are available in the following books priced at $95.00 each including shipping:
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Accident Reconstruction Edition, Vol I.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-4-2.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF) 
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Accident Reconstruction Edition, Vol II.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-5-9.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
BioMedical Edition.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-0-4-
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Civil Engineering Edition, Vol I.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-1-1.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Civil Engineering Edition, Vol II.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-2-8.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Civil Engineering Edition, Vol III.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-3-5.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Electrical Engineering Edition, Vol I.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-2-8.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Electrical Engineering Edition, Vol II.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-3-5.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Legal/Ethical Edition.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-6-6.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Edition, Vol I.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-7-3.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Edition, Vol II.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-8-0.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Edition, Vol III.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-9-7.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Edition, Vol IV.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-0-4.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
NAFE Journal Papers on
Forensic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Edition, Vol V.
ISBN: 978-0-9839548-1-1.
National Academy of Forensic Engineers, 2011.
Table of Contents (Adobe PDF)
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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.