Overview
Civil engineering encompasses the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure. It includes structural engineering for buildings and bridges, geotechnical engineering for foundations, transportation engineering for roads and railways, and water resources engineering for dams and water treatment.
Core Concepts
Structural Analysis
Determination of forces and deformations in structures under load.
Soil Mechanics
Behavior of soil under stress and its application to foundation design.
Hydraulics
Behavior of water in pipes, channels, and open flows.
Surveying
Measurement and mapping of land and construction sites.
Concrete Design
Design of reinforced and prestressed concrete structures.
Traffic Engineering
Design and management of road networks and traffic flow.
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