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Civil engineers have a duty to protect public safety and welfare. They provide services like design, construction supervision, and environmental assessment. Engineers may specialize in areas like transportation or geotechnical engineering. Clients should consider an engineer's experience and track record when selecting one for a project. Civil engineers can work in various settings, including government, private firms, and consulting.

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The Practice of Ce

Civil engineers have a duty to protect public safety and welfare. They provide services like design, construction supervision, and environmental assessment. Engineers may specialize in areas like transportation or geotechnical engineering. Clients should consider an engineer's experience and track record when selecting one for a project. Civil engineers can work in various settings, including government, private firms, and consulting.

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The

Practice
of Civil
Engineering
The Practice of Civil Engineering

• Professional Responsibility:
• Client-Civil Engineer Relationships:
• Civil Engineering Services:
• Specialization of a Civil Engineer:
• Selection of a Civil Engineer:
• Prime Professional Practice:
• Employment
• Design Competition:
• Contingency Basis of Employment:
The Practice of Civil Engineering
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:
of Civil Engineering • Civil engineers have an assurance
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duty to act in the best interests of the


public, ensuring safety, sustainability,
and ethical conduct. They must adhere
to professional codes of ethics and
prioritize public welfare.
CODE OF ETHICS
1. Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and

RESPONSIBILITY
PROFESSIONAL
welfare of the public and shall strive to comply with the
principles of sustainable development in the performance
of their professional duties.
2. Engineers shall perform services only in areas of their
competence
3. Engineers shall issue public statements only in an
objective and truthful manner.
4. Engineers shall act in professional matters for each
employer or client as faithful agents or trustees, and shall
avoid conflicts of interest.
CLIENT-CIVIL ENGINEER RELATIONSHIPS

of Civil Engineering • Effective communication and


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transparency are essential. Civil


engineers collaborate closely with
clients to understand project
requirements, goals, and constraints.
Trust and mutual respect are key.
CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES:
of Civil Engineering • DESIGN AND PLANNING: Creating
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detailed plans and specifications for


infrastructure projects.
• CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION:
Overseeing the execution of
construction work.
CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES:
of Civil Engineering • PROJECT MANAGEMENT:
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Coordinating resources, schedules, and


budgets.
• ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Assessment: Evaluating the effects of
projects on the environment.
• STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS: Ensuring the
safety and stability of structures.
SPECIALIZATION OF A CIVIL ENGINEER:

of Civil Engineering • STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING:


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Designing and analyzing buildings,


bridges, and other structures.
• GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING:
Dealing with soil mechanics,
foundations, and earthworks.
SPECIALIZATION OF A CIVIL ENGINEER:

of Civil Engineering • TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING:


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Planning and designing transportation systems.


• WATER RESOURCES ENGINEERING:
Managing water supply, drainage, and flood
control.
• ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING:
Addressing environmental issues and
sustainability.
SELECTION OF A CIVIL ENGINEER:
of Civil Engineering • Clients should consider factors such as
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experience, expertise, track record, and


compatibility when choosing a civil
engineer for their project.
PRIME PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE:
of Civil Engineering • Civil engineers must maintain
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competence, stay updated with industry


advancements, and engage in lifelong
learning. They should also collaborate
with other professionals.
EMPLOYMENT:
of Civil Engineering • Civil engineers can work in various
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settings, including government agencies,


private firms, and consulting companies.
Some may choose self-employment.
DESIGN COMPETITION:
of Civil Engineering • Competitions allow civil engineers to
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showcase their creativity and problem-


solving skills. Winning designs often
lead to real-world projects.
CONTINGENCY BASIS OF EMPLOYMENT:

of Civil Engineering • Some civil engineers work on a


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contingency basis, where their


compensation depends on project success
or completion.
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE OF

of Civil Engineering
FOREIGN CIVIL ENGINEERS:
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• Foreign civil engineers working in a


different country must understand local
regulations, cultural nuances, and
engineering practices.

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