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What is the main focus of civil engineering?
What is the main focus of civil engineering?
- Analyzing and developing the physical environment (correct)
- Creating software systems
- Developing military applications
- Designing spacecraft
Why was the term 'civil engineering' created?
Why was the term 'civil engineering' created?
- To focus on societal benefits
- To honor the civil engineers of the past
- To differentiate between different types of roads
- To separate civilian and military engineers (correct)
What was the primary focus of engineering until the 19th century?
What was the primary focus of engineering until the 19th century?
- Environmental conservation
- Space exploration
- Military applications (correct)
- Civil infrastructure
What does civil engineering involve?
What does civil engineering involve?
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Which branch of engineering deals with roads, dams, bridges, and canals?
Which branch of engineering deals with roads, dams, bridges, and canals?
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Civil Engineering Overview
- The primary focus of civil engineering is the design, construction, and maintenance of physical infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, canals, and buildings.
History of Civil Engineering
- The term 'civil engineering' was created in the 18th century to distinguish it from military engineering.
- Until the 19th century, the primary focus of engineering was military engineering, which dealt with the design and construction of fortifications, weaponry, and other military infrastructure.
Scope of Civil Engineering
- Civil engineering involves the planning, design, construction, and operation of infrastructure, including roads, dams, bridges, canals, and buildings.
- It is a branch of engineering that deals with the built environment, focusing on the development and maintenance of infrastructure for public use.
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