2.5. EXERCISES

Try these first

1. 1.

   Name one specialization in civil engineering.

   Hint

   Think about engineering that deals with soil and rock.

2. 2.

   What does SDG 11 focus on?

   Hint

   Consider urban development.

3. 3.

   Which of the following is not a specialization in civil engineering?

   • Geotechnical Engineering
   • Hydraulic Engineering
   • Environmental Engineering
   • Medicine

   Hint

   Think about what civil engineering focuses on.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Industrial Revolution had no effect on civil engineering.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the impact of new technologies.

5. 5.

   Design a small-scale water management system for a community with limited resources. Consider the materials and engineering branches involved.

   Hint

   Think about local resources and engineering solutions available.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effects of historical architectural styles on modern infrastructure design. Provide specific examples.

   Hint

   Look for parallels in design philosophy and engineering practices.