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What is one of the primary responsibilities of a civil engineer in his/her role?
Which act created the Philippine licensing board for contractors?
Which of the following is NOT considered a special service for construction projects?
What role does a civil engineer play in engineering support services?
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How can a civil engineer assist a client in litigation?
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Which of the following is a form of academic service provided by civil engineers?
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What is involved in the establishment of design criteria for construction projects?
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Which of the following is an example of engineering support services?
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Which category includes services related to preparing for legal proceedings?
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What type of investigation precedes the authorization of a capital project?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of infrastructure under civil engineering according to RA 544?
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Which service category deals with analyzing existing conditions and costs?
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Which of these services involves developing master plans for long-range capital improvements?
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What kind of testing is part of Materials Engineering?
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Which of the following services is included in the special services for construction projects?
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Which category encompasses providing various engineering support services?
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What is the primary objective of the Development phase in Research and Development?
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During which phase of a construction project are preliminary drawings and outline specifications prepared?
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Which of the following is NOT a special service provided in the context of construction engineering?
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In which phase do the design calculations and construction drawings get prepared?
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What is the focus during the Operation Phase of a construction project?
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Which service is specifically concerned with assessing the environmental impact of construction activities?
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What does Value Engineering aim to achieve?
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Which phase focuses on consulting with the client during the construction of the project?
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Study Notes
Classification of Civil Engineering Services
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Seven Broad Categories:
- Consultations, research, investigations, and reports
- Design Services for construction projects
- Construction services
- Special services for construction projects
- Engineering support services
- Academic Services
- Services as employee
Consultations, Research, Investigations, and Reports
- Services focus on collecting, interpreting, and reporting information.
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Types of Services:
- Preliminary and Feasibility Investigations and Reports
- Precede capital project authorization
- Involve investigations, analyses and comparisons
- Planning Studies
- Develop engineering requirements for master plans
- Appraisals, Valuations and Rate Studies
- Analyze existing conditions, costs, and revenues to evaluate properties
- Materials Engineering and Equipment Tests
- Test materials and equipment according to codes and standards
- Direct Personal Services
- Include services like assistance in legal proceedings
- Research and Development
- Specialized investigations and data gathering
- Develop new construction materials and methods
- Improve existing methods for cost reduction and quality enhancement
- Preliminary and Feasibility Investigations and Reports
Design Services for Construction Projects
- Services required for each phase of a construction project.
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Six Standard Phases and Engineering Services:
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Study and Report Phase
- Analyze conceptual design and estimate construction cost
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Preliminary Design Phase
- Create design criteria, preliminary drawings, and outline specifications
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Final Design Phase
- Produce design calculations, construction drawings, specifications, and estimated construction cost
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Bidding or Negotiating Phase
- Assist with bidding or negotiating for construction
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Construction Phase
- Provide advice and consultation during construction
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Operation Phase
- Assist with project start-up and operation, including periodic inspections
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Study and Report Phase
Construction Services
- Registered Civil Engineers can engage in construction contracting after obtaining a contractor's license.
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Relevant Laws:
- RA 544: Only registered civil engineers can supervise construction or alterations.
- RA 4566: Established the Philippine Licensing Board for Contractors.
Special Services for Construction Projects
- Services beyond basic engineering services.
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Types of Special Services:
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Surveying works
- Shop or laboratory inspections
- Value Engineering
- Redesign to reflect changes
- Assistance in litigation
- Preparation of environmental assessments
- Additional studies for special conditions
- Assessment of project completion
- Computer simulation and modeling
Engineering Support Services
- Involve activities like drafting, surveying, and data gathering.
- Services are guided by the Civil Engineer who utilizes the collected data.
Academic Services
- Services related to teaching and lecturing on civil engineering topics.
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Examples:
- Teaching civil engineering courses in colleges/universities
- Lecturing in civil engineering courses for practicing engineers
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Description
Explore the seven broad categories of civil engineering services, including consultations, design, and construction. This quiz will cover various aspects of research, investigations, and reporting that support engineering projects. Test your knowledge on how these services contribute to efficient engineering practices.
