Civil Engineering
Cody Denton
What is Civil Engineering?
Civil Engineering is the process of designing and creating large construction projects that are occupied by humans on a daily basis. Examples of these projects include: Office buildings, dams, bridges, highways, airports, etc.
Why am I interested in this field?
This particular field interests me because it allows me to take advantage of my creativity skills to design and construct a work of art that will benefit or entertain the people of my community, therefore improving their way of life. I excel in Math and Science, skills required as a Civil Engineer, so I felt like this field would be the right fit for me.
Additional Information
Daily Duties:
- Analyze the cost of a particular project and ensure you are not going over your limit.
- Ensure the project is safe for both the environment and people.
- Acquire and test multiple building materials to see which material is best for the project.
- Check the soil at the project site to ensure a strong foundation.
- Use design software to design the project.
- Follow government regulations.
- Manage the repair of a project.
- Share your progress with the public and consider their opinions and recommendations.
- And many more!
Starting Salary:
The starting salary for most Civil Engineer is $49,540.
Education Requirements:
To become a Civil Engineer, one must graduate from an ABET accredited school (to be eligible for a Professional Engineer License) with at least a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. However, a master's degree is recommended. Classes that should be taken during education include: Math, Statistics, Engineering Mechanics and Systems, Fluid Dynamics, and other classes depending on the civil engineer's specialty. These classes will include traditional learning, lab work, and fieldwork.
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