2.1. CIVIL ENGINEERING: SHAPING AND IMPACTING THE WORLD

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does civil engineering primarily focus on?

   Hint

   Think about the types of structures you see around you.

2. 2.

   Name one responsibility of civil engineers.

   Hint

   Consider the importance of safety and compliance.

3. 3.

   What is civil engineering primarily concerned with?

   • Farming
   • Infrastructure
   • Software Development

   Hint

   Think about the structures you see in cities.

4. 4.

   True or False: Civil engineers only focus on building structures.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider their diverse roles.

5. 5.

   Design an urban flood control system for a city facing increased rainfall. Consider environmental impact and infrastructure resilience.

   Hint

   Think about integration with existing urban structures.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of a historical building in withstanding recent earthquakes. Propose improvements based on modern engineering principles.

   Hint

   Consider how advancements in materials have changed design approaches.