My Qualifications
Ph.D. in Civil Engineering
University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA
M.Sc. in Civil Engineering
University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA
Doctoral Minor Degree in Statistics
University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA
Graduate Certificate of Business, Environment, and Social Responsibility (BESR)
University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)
National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
What I offer
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Civil Exam Prep: Forget about one-size-fits-all prep courses that rush through content without focusing on you. My personalized 1:1 FE Civil Engineering Exam prep sessions are designed to help you truly succeed through clear explanations of core concepts, guided practice with NCEES-style problems, and weekly accountability to reinforce what you’ve learned. With my experience as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, I bring both academic depth and real-world insight so you understand why solutions work, not just how. Together, we’ll strengthen your problem-solving strategies, reference handbook navigation, and exam pacing, while following a customized study plan built around your timeline. Each session ends with a focused action plan and practice roadmap to ensure steady progress, measurable improvement, and genuine confidence on test day. ​
PE Civil: Construction Exam Prep: Earning your Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is one of the most important milestones in a civil engineering career. It demonstrates not only technical competence but also the ability to take responsibility for engineering decisions that affect public safety and real construction projects. Preparing for the exam requires more than memorizing formulas—it requires understanding how engineering concepts are applied in practice and how to navigate the exam materials efficiently. My tutoring focuses specifically on the PE Civil: Construction exam, which aligns with my professional background and the path I personally took to obtain my license. Because of this, I know the ins and outs of the exam materials, reference codes, and industry standards that appear on the test. During our sessions, you will learn how to work through problems efficiently, understand where key information is located, and prepare using the same standards and references that the exam expects you to know.
What Past Students Say
I wanted to share my experience working with Dr. Iskandar while preparing for the FE Civil Exam. The sessions were extremely helpful, especially in strengthening subjects I struggled with. Each session was well structured and organized, allowing us to cover a large number of problems with clear, thorough explanations.
Dr. Iskandar consistently came prepared with a lesson plan, which ensured that no time was wasted and every session was productive. His explanations for each solution made a real difference in my understanding and confidence. The time I spent in these sessions significantly improved the quality of my studying and gave me a much stronger sense of exam readiness. After taking the exam multiple times, I ultimately passed, and I strongly credit Dr. Iskandar's sessions for helping me get there.
Mike T.
Dr. Iskandar is an excellent mentor with extensive knowledge in engineering. He has been instrumental in helping me prepare for the FE civil exam. He breaks down complex concepts into easily understandable explanations. I highly recommend him for anyone seeking guidance in their studies!
Trevor M.
Dr. Iskandar is absolutely amazing. He is one of the best instructors
I have had!
Jessica H.
He pushes you to truly understand the why and how so that you are able to approach any problem, even unfamiliar ones, with high confidence.
Matt D.
Why Work with Me?
Expert Credentials
I hold both a Ph.D. in civil engineering and a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. Most mentors don't have this combination of advanced academic expertise and professional licensure.
Personalized Roadmap
I evaluate your strengths and weaknesses to create a focused study plan tailored to you.
Confidence Building
My sessions emphasize confidence-building through clear frameworks and measurable progress. You will finish each meeting with actionable next steps and the assurance to execute them.