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What is a primary responsibility of civil and construction engineers?
What is a primary responsibility of civil and construction engineers?
- Providing financial audits for construction projects
- Designing, constructing, and maintaining infrastructure (correct)
- Selecting landscaping materials for aesthetic purposes
- Planning urban zoning regulations
Which material is NOT commonly used in civil and construction engineering?
Which material is NOT commonly used in civil and construction engineering?
- Steel
- Fiber-reinforced composites
- Gold (correct)
- Wood
What ethical issue was added to the ASCE Code of Ethics in 1997?
What ethical issue was added to the ASCE Code of Ethics in 1997?
- Sustainable development (correct)
- Labor practices
- Project management certifications
- Cost estimation
What is a fundamental aspect that materials engineers must consider when selecting materials?
What is a fundamental aspect that materials engineers must consider when selecting materials?
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In addition to traditional criteria, what must civil engineers be knowledgeable about regarding materials?
In addition to traditional criteria, what must civil engineers be knowledgeable about regarding materials?
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Overview of Civil and Construction Engineering
- Essential function: Providing and maintaining societal infrastructure.
- Types of infrastructure include:
- Buildings
- Water treatment and distribution systems
- Wastewater removal and processing
- Dams
- Bridges and pavements for highways and airports
- Civil and construction engineers primarily focus on:
- Design
- Construction
- Maintenance of facilities
- Key requirement: Understanding material behavior and performance.
Role of Materials Engineers
- Responsibilities include:
- Selection of appropriate materials
- Specification for specific applications
- Quality control during use
- Materials must conform to established criteria or properties.
- Environmental considerations have become critical in engineering practices:
- ASCE Code of Ethics updated in 1997 to address sustainable development as an ethical issue.
Commonly Used Materials in Construction
- Frequently utilized materials:
- Steel
- Aggregate
- Concrete
- Masonry
- Asphalt
- Wood
- Less common materials include:
- Aluminum
- Glass
- Plastics
- Fiber-reinforced composites
- Understanding the characteristics and applications of these materials is essential for civil engineers.
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