Civil Definition and 222 Threads

Homework Statement When building a tall support, often the self weight of the support must be considered. For an optimal support, the volume of material, and hence the cost, will be a minimum. If the maximum allowable stress in concrete is 12 MPa, determine the optimal geometry of the column...

Well, I really enjoy physics and I am interested by pretty much all of it. However, I really like the idea of civil engineering, you know, building bridges, tunnels, roads etc. But that's about it in terms of how much I know about the job. What is it really like? What are the wages like, and...

I've decided that I am going to change my major from EE to Civil Engineering and will continue to take my EE classes that only and i repeat only lead up to Power Engineering classes. In addition to the Civil Eng. degree i will have coursework in Electrical System Design, both commercial...

Hello all! Here is my first post. Anyway, I'm thinking of going back to school to finish my engineering degree. The program I'm looking at offers both electrical and civil. My studies were mostly in mechanical. Not sure which to choose if I decide to go back. Any thoughts or advise...

I have mixed thoughts about this. Some people say this is the engineering that has the most job opportunities and others say it's the worst because the field is overpopulated. At least in the United States, how do you see this field? Good, bad, average and will it stay that way?

edit: I've decided to stick with CE. Though I do love the study of the universe, I don't think I would be able to hand graduate school and all the research that is packed along with it. The books I've read are enough to satisfy my interest in space and time. During this economy, I think I'm...

Hi! As you can see from the title, I'm interested in both Electrical and Civil Engineering. I have very little time to make a decision. Saying go with what you like more wouldn't help me at all because I'm interested in both of them! Which one provides better job security and higher pay? What...

Does anyone know what sorts of opportunities are out there for CE's in Green Energy (such as solar and wind)?

Civil Engineering -- University of Waterloo Vs. University of British Columbia Im currently a high school senior in Panama. I will graduate in one month with an IB Diploma. I am considering two universities right now, Waterloo and UBC both for civil engineering. In Waterloo I got into the...

Whats the difference? i know that after 3 years you become a c.e. but what about the other one? Dont know which one to apply for.

First off, I'm an aerospace engineer so please excuse the general incompetence in all civil and concrete matters I would like to make a steel reinforced concrete anchor point to tie down an airplane. The force applied to the eye bolt tie down is 10,000 lbs at approximately a 30 degree angle...

Civil engineering ! Hello,I'm a student that is studying civil engineering and i can't see any subforum concerning civil engineering ! why is that ?:) Thanks ...and sorry if i posted this in the wrong section

Before anyone answers this, I think it is necessary to define the role of the cavalry of the time. It was a body whose job was screen their army's movement, gather information on enemy movements, raid the enemy's lines of communication and supply depots, protect their army's lines of...

Would anyone be able to give me a quick run down on what to expect from each of those disciplines and your opinion about them ? I am applying for a course and have almost decided to apply for Mechanical but would like to hear your opinions. Thanks.

Okay, I've decided to pursue Civil Engineering (Just finished my first year and part of my sophomore year) and focus in Environmental Engineering (for water/wastewater treatment). I've been operating a plant for about 8 years now, so this degree will give me a real boost in this field with more...

ok, I am doing a project called EWB (Engineers without Borders) and our group of 5 consists of the following: 2 Mech Eng students 1 Flexi first year engg student 1 biomed engineering student and 1 aeronautical engineering student (if u want to see the EWB website its here...

I'm near the end of my 1st semester of 1st year engineering and I need to decide which electives to study for next semester relevant to either major but definitely for 2nd year (provided I don't fail my current subjects and also my current subjects are common to all Engineering students). I'll...

I'm near the end of my 1st semester of 1st year engineering and I need to decide which electives to study for next semester relevant to either major but definitely for 2nd year (provided I don't fail my current subjects and also my current subjects are common to all Engineering students)...

I have read quite a few sources about the differences between them but i'm, still in a dilema. Which subject is more related to house building and structure, i know civil engineer goes way beyond houses, to huge structures etc. But can one still do a degree in architecture and be licensed to...

Hi, I am a Canadian high school student who has been admitted to the following universities: University of British Columbia (UBC), Queen's U, University of Waterloo, and University of Toronto, into the Faculty of Applied Science. I plan on being a civil engineering in the future, so...

Homework Statement We are required to write an essay about a well-recognized engineer, who has designed numorous well-known structures(bridges, monuments etc.) internationally (preferably). Homework Equations I just need a couple of NAMES of those engineers and they have to have...

I'm currently in 2nd bachelor in engineering (major mechanics and minor electrical engineering). My university offers a master in engineering with the option Aviation and Space Travel, but I can also switch to another university (in a different country) and do a master in Aerospace Engineering...

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I have read it is highly cyclical I have also heard that it is very stable. Is Civil Engineering a stable career ?

hi! i'm a 2nd yr civil engineering student. after completing my b.tech in this field is there any scope for me to make my career in space_technology or to study in astrophysics? is there any entrance exam? please... inform me.

Hi, I was wondering something, since my uncle is a civil engineer. Well last week I was talking to him about his job, and he told me he's a civil engineer, and he mentioned water something, and told me he works with the drainage systems in cities and such, and helps increase the effect of...

Hey there's no civil forum so I just wanted to ask. Whats better EE or civil eng. I'm interested in both pretty much. Only exposure I've really had has been with electrical glossing over a couple of friend notes (not understanding them at all but parts of it look interesting), and civil I get...

Just curious, why is there no civil engineering forum ?

I'm a senior in high school and I live near the University of Illinois so I'm going to go there next year assuming I get accepted and everything. I'm not too passionate for anything but I like math and science so I figured engineering might be good. If I find out engineering isn't for me but I...

Why exactly was it so necessary to decide the future of executive power and civil rights legislation over a hasty friday evening? http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/08/03/AR2007080302296.html?hpid=topnews Is it just that we're approaching election season, and the Dems...

Well, I'm going to a big University this upcoming fall. I'm at a crossroads on what and where I want to go in terms of Engineering. I'm planning to shoot for my masters. Civil vs Mechanical. I'm a bit sad that Civil Engineers get paid crap and it takes so long to get paid well (not sure?)...

Homework Statement cAN SOME ONE POST LINKS TO USEFUL TECHANICAL CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAWINGS SITES OR ANYTHING. Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution

Good morning all, Well it's finals week at my school and I've been studying for the past few days. Anyway, a dillema that I've been trying to deal with is deciding whether or not to switch over to electrical engineering. I've been a civil because I wanted to design buildings as a kid. Now...

What's the difference between an architect and civil engineer. WHo has harder work?

To all the civil/mechanical uni. grads out there, So after u have completed your Bachelor's degree in civil/mechanical engineering and u work for 4 years as an assistant engineer, can u apply to take the FE/FS exam to become a professional engineer? The total fees (registration + exam) is...

Hello everyone! I am currently finishing up my physics and calc, and although it's been a little tough, I am determined to complete my studies. I don't know of any civil majors in this forum, however, I was hoping someone could share their experiences with me regarding the major. Thanks in...

I was curious if anyone has this as a job/major? I'm 100% sure I'm going into it. I haven't done any job shadowing =(. I really want to, but, I personally don't know anyone who does it. For those who do it: How are the working conditions? I heard you work with a lot of people also. I was...

Does anybody know what the expression CIVIL means when dealing with reactance, capacitors etc? Thanks S Browitt

What do you think? A. BSc in Physics with Medical applications@Kings College, University of London or B. Double Major Physics with Civil Engineering @ University of Miami (FL) Note option B takes 4 years while option A 3. Both options are identical financially because expenses are...

Hey everybody, i am an undergraduate student of Civil Engineering. I'll be graduating in August 2007, hopefully. I am currently looking for Universities in Spain, USA and Canada for my graduate studies. I'll be focusing on Structural Engineering and Geomechanics. So far my list of...

Hi all. I'm a junior at University of Colorado at Denver and am studying civil engineering. I was a little confused about which is the broadest of engineering. I've heard that civil is because it's been around the longest and also have heard that mechanical is. Which one do you guys think is...

convection question?? MechE or Civil? I'm just asking out of curiosity, and I'm just a first year engg student...so it maybe non-senses... In an enclosed system, with heat being generated. Let's say a very fancy toast factory, where bread becomes toast. The factory itself have already...

For the sake of the millions of Iraqis caught in the middle of this, I hope and pray that they can see this through. But from the start my perception has been that civil war is inevitable as soon as we leave; no matter when we leave. I forget him name, but in the words of one noted military...

As a hobby, you like to participate in reenactments of Civil War battles. Civil War cannons were muzzle loeaded, meaning that the gunpowder and the cannonball were inserted into the output end of the muzzle, then tamped into place with a long plunger. To recreate the authenticity of...

I've got a question on these large consortiums (of US and some French firms) that have been formed to work on nuclear constructions in the US. I wasn't sure where exactly to post, so please feel free to move. NuStart is an example of the type of consortium I'm wondering about. It appears to...

Hi everyone! First of all let me say how happy i am that there is such a place where i can ask help with homework. I am studing civil engineering and i am having problems with chemistry :frown: :shy: I got homework to do and i finished all the tasks except this one and i would reallllyyyy be...

Does anybody knows of a good hydrology book?? I am a civil engineering student, i want mostly applied stuff and at the undergraduate level.

Hello I am a sophmore Civil student and I was thinking about talking to some small architectural firms in my area about possible internships or workstudy options. How do you think they will react? I chose Civil Engineering because I felt like it would allow me a wide range of...

http://www.cnn.com/2005/US/10/24/parks.obit/index.html

Some papers are being released at present, that indicate that the FBI has not been following the 'rules.' Most notably from my perspective, they have been keeping people under surveillance without proper paperwork to do so...