20.8. Role of Civil Engineers and Planners

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the core responsibility of civil engineers in relation to accessibility?

   Hint

   Think about their main role in design.

2. 2.

   Why is stakeholder engagement important in urban planning?

   Hint

   Who should be involved in the planning?

3. 3.

   What should accessibility be considered in urban planning?

   • A feature
   • An afterthought
   • A foundational element

   Hint

   Think about what 'foundational' means.

4. 4.

   True or False: Civil engineers do not need to collaborate with stakeholders.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Do we need input from the community?

5. 5.

   Propose an urban design initiative that incorporates accessibility principles for a city park.

   Hint

   Think about the various needs in a public space.

6. 6.

   Analyze a city's current infrastructure for accessibility and identify three areas for improvement.

   Hint

   Evaluate real examples and propose solutions.