"Civil Engineers solve problems; make the things happen; bring thoughts into reality… Every great idea always needs someone to carry it out".
Nowadays is really easy to twist the thought about what an engineer must be. There are many people and government agencies trying to explain it… but "they don't really care about us".
"The more you see the less you know". So the aim of this section is to give the new generations the principles have guided our profession throughout the ages. In this blog you will find some "must read" .
No so time ago spanish engineers were the best. Today still remain our high profile standing all over the world, in spite of some mediocre persons are doing their best in cut us off. Actually we have no leaders, we have no public help but our own History and hard work.
"The more you see the less you know". So the aim of this section is to give the new generations the principles have guided our profession throughout the ages. In this blog you will find some "must read" .
No so time ago spanish engineers were the best. Today still remain our high profile standing all over the world, in spite of some mediocre persons are doing their best in cut us off. Actually we have no leaders, we have no public help but our own History and hard work.
...as a civil engineer, at the end of every project I can physically see the fruits of my labour and leave a legacy behind that benefits society.
I don’t think I have a typical day. I could be in on a teleconference with a contractor in Korea in the morning, visiting a construction site in Liverpool in the afternoon and making a presentation over the web to a client in New York in the evening.
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The art of civil engineering “requires a broad understanding of scientific principles, a knowledge of materials and the art of analysis and synthesis”. The professional civil engineer is the custodian (on behalf of the general public) of the integrity, functionality and safety of all ‘structures’ that are designed and built.
Civil Engineers possess a sound understanding of the applicable principles and theory relating to ‘how things behave’ e.g. those that apply to structures, geotechnics, hydraulics or transportation.
Studying or producing design calculations alone is insufficient for signing off objectives at the ‘Experience’ and ‘Ability’ levels. A clear understanding of the core engineering principles needs to be demonstrated. You should therefore be able to give examples of how engineering principles were applied in developing practical solutions to problems you have encountered. It is most unlikely that the entry and extraction of data into and from commercial software programmes will provide suitable evidence of the required attributes.
You must be able to understand the behaviour of the physical world you encounter and have the ability to visualise this world in terms of loads, forces, deflections and movements.
(taken from "Membership Guidance Note MGN 47 – Engineering Principles. ICE").
Civil Engineers possess a sound understanding of the applicable principles and theory relating to ‘how things behave’ e.g. those that apply to structures, geotechnics, hydraulics or transportation.
Studying or producing design calculations alone is insufficient for signing off objectives at the ‘Experience’ and ‘Ability’ levels. A clear understanding of the core engineering principles needs to be demonstrated. You should therefore be able to give examples of how engineering principles were applied in developing practical solutions to problems you have encountered. It is most unlikely that the entry and extraction of data into and from commercial software programmes will provide suitable evidence of the required attributes.
You must be able to understand the behaviour of the physical world you encounter and have the ability to visualise this world in terms of loads, forces, deflections and movements.
(taken from "Membership Guidance Note MGN 47 – Engineering Principles. ICE").
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On leaving college or university, you will be expected to possess a knowledge and understanding of the core engineering and scientific principles that support a broad spectrum of civil engineering practice. You will be expected to apply your theoretical knowledge in the development or implementation of engineering solutions. This will include evidence of continuous improvement and an awareness of new and advancing technology.
As a prospective professional civil engineer, in order to fulfil your obligation to society and to meet the requirements of Health, Safety and Welfare legislation, you must have a sound knowledge and understanding of the construction process together with the activities connected to it. You must have an appreciation of and be able to identify and manage risks arising as a consequence of your actions. Site experience will ordinarily be required. The construction process is held to include the conception, design, construction, commissioning, maintenance, decommissioning, removal, management and procurement of civil engineering works.
As a prospective professional civil engineer, in order to fulfil your obligation to society and to meet the requirements of Health, Safety and Welfare legislation, you must have a sound knowledge and understanding of the construction process together with the activities connected to it. You must have an appreciation of and be able to identify and manage risks arising as a consequence of your actions. Site experience will ordinarily be required. The construction process is held to include the conception, design, construction, commissioning, maintenance, decommissioning, removal, management and procurement of civil engineering works.
The required attributes are as follows:
(taken from "ICE 3001A - Routes to Membership (MICE)").
(taken from "ICE 3001A - Routes to Membership (MICE)").
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1. Knowledge and Understanding of Engineering. 2. Technical and Practical Application of Engineering. 3. Management and Leadership. 4. Independent Judgement and Responsibility. 5. Commercial Ability 6. Health, Safety and Welfare. 7. Sustainable Development. 8. Interpersonal Skills and Communication. |
A) Ability to maintain and extend a sound theoretical approach to the application of technology in engineering practice.
B) Ability to use a sound evidence based approach to problem solving and be able to contribute to continuous improvement. A) Ability to identify, review and select techniques, procedures and methods to undertake engineering tasks.
B) Ability to contribute to the design and development of engineering solutions. C) Ability to implement or construct design solutions and contribute to their evaluation. A) Ability to plan for effective project implementation.
B) Ability to manage the planning and organisation of tasks, people and resources. C) Ability to manage teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs. D) Ability to manage quality processes. A) Ability to identify the limits of personal knowledge and skills.
B) Ability to exercise sound independent engineering judgement and take responsibility. A) Ability to prepare and control budgets.
B) A sound knowledge of statutory and commercial frameworks within own area of responsibility. A) A sound knowledge of legislation, hazards and safe systems of work.
B) Ability to manage risks. C) Ability to manage health, safety and welfare within own area of responsibility. A) A sound knowledge of sustainable development best practice.
B) Ability to manage engineering activities that contribute to sustainable development. A) Ability to communicate well with others at all levels.
B) Ability to discuss ideas and plans competently and with confidence. C) Personal and social skills. D) Ability to deal with diversity issues. |
C) Ability to maintain and extend a sound theoretical approach in empowering the introduction and exploitation of new and advancing technology.
D) Ability to engage in the creative and innovative development of engineering technology and continuous improvement systems. D) Ability to conduct appropriate research, relative to design or construction and appreciate its relevance within own area of responsibility.
E) Ability to undertake the design and development of engineering solutions and evaluate their effectiveness. F) Ability to implement or construct design solutions and evaluate their effectiveness. E) Ability to plan direct and control tasks, people and resources.
F) Ability to lead teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs. G) Commitment to continuous improvement through quality management. C) Ability to identify the limits of a team’s skill and knowledge.
D) Ability to exercise sound holistic independent judgement and take responsibility. C) A high level of commercial and contractual understanding and an ability to use it within own area of responsibility.
D) Commitment to leading continuous improvement in health, safety and welfare.
C) Committed to leading continuous improvement in sustainable development.
E) Ability to communicate new concepts and ideas to technical and non-technical colleagues.
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9. Professional Commitment. |
A) Understanding and compliance with the Deontology Code of Conduct.
B) Commitment to current and future Continuing Professional Development of self and others. C) A personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment. |
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Structures: Bridges, viaducts, oil platforms, electricity distribution grids, foundations and structural frameworks for buildings of all types from houses and schools to offices and factories, sports stadiums and hospitals, flood and coastal protection, land drainage, river embankments, breakwaters and sea walls.
Transport systems: Roads, railways, airports, canals, harbours, jetties, bridges and tunnels to transport goods and people swiftly and safely.
Public health services: Water supplies, dams, reservoirs, pipelines to provide safe water and hydroelectric power; sewers, sewage treatment works, sewage outfalls to prevent pollution and disease; irrigation and drainage schemes to increase arable land.
Clients: Organisations or individuals that commission a project. You could get involved with feasibility studies and outline design, detailed design, project management and, ultimately, managing the finished asset. Usually once a project has been planned by in-house engineers, the client hands it over to consultants and contractors to construct the detailed design and building.
Consultancy firms: Consultants get involved with planning and designing projects. Consulting engineers may be hired at the start of a project to help with feasibility and costing, or may be hired later, when the client wants detailed design work carried out. Work includes preparing tenders, technical design, preparing design, etc. Much of a consultant’s work is office-based, but they also supervise on-site work.
Contractors: Contractors build the projects, employing labour and bringing in equipment and materials to translate the designer’s plans into reality. Contractors employ engineers to implement the designs and manage the work on-site, do calculations, site surveys and detailed drawings.
(taken from "Civil Engineering in the UK - Guidance for Ingenieros de Caminos", June 2014. ICE).
Transport systems: Roads, railways, airports, canals, harbours, jetties, bridges and tunnels to transport goods and people swiftly and safely.
Public health services: Water supplies, dams, reservoirs, pipelines to provide safe water and hydroelectric power; sewers, sewage treatment works, sewage outfalls to prevent pollution and disease; irrigation and drainage schemes to increase arable land.
Clients: Organisations or individuals that commission a project. You could get involved with feasibility studies and outline design, detailed design, project management and, ultimately, managing the finished asset. Usually once a project has been planned by in-house engineers, the client hands it over to consultants and contractors to construct the detailed design and building.
Consultancy firms: Consultants get involved with planning and designing projects. Consulting engineers may be hired at the start of a project to help with feasibility and costing, or may be hired later, when the client wants detailed design work carried out. Work includes preparing tenders, technical design, preparing design, etc. Much of a consultant’s work is office-based, but they also supervise on-site work.
Contractors: Contractors build the projects, employing labour and bringing in equipment and materials to translate the designer’s plans into reality. Contractors employ engineers to implement the designs and manage the work on-site, do calculations, site surveys and detailed drawings.
(taken from "Civil Engineering in the UK - Guidance for Ingenieros de Caminos", June 2014. ICE).
