Civil Engineering

What Is Civil Engineering?

Civil engineering is a professional engineering discipline that deals with the planning, designing and executing structural works. The profession deals with a wide variety of engineering tasks including designing, supervision and construction activities of public works like roads, bridges, tunnels, buildings, airports, dams, water works, sewage systems, traffic and transportation systems, irrigation and power plants, ports and harbours, oil rigs etc. Civil Engineers are responsible to develop and maintain the nation’s vital transportation and other infrastructure networks, improve public services, optimise the use of water and energy resources, upgrade housing and mass transportation systems, and protect natural environment.

When Can I Enroll for Civil Engineering?

COURSE	ELIGIBILITY	DURATION	ENTRANCE EXAM
Diploma	SSC	4 Yrs.	No Entrance Exam
B.E./B.Tech.	HSC with PCM	4 Yrs.	JEE (Main), JEE (Advanced)
*AMIE	HSC with PCM/B.Sc./Diploma Engg.	4 Yrs.	No Entrance Exam
M.E./M.Tech.	B.E./B.Tech.	2 Yrs.	GATE
Ph.D	M.E./M. Tech.	3-5 Yrs.	JEST

*AMIE – Associate Membership of the Indian Institute of Civil Engineer

NOTE: Candidates can get Direct Entry in 2nd Year of B.E / B. Tech [Civil] after Diploma in related Field.

What Personality Traits are Required to Become a Civil Engineer?

Excellent communication skills
Good Physical Stamina
Excellent Organizing & Problem Solving Skills
Alertness & Practical thinking
Ability to keep calm during crisis

What Aptitude is required to Become a Civil Engineer?

High Abstract Reasoning
High Numerical Ability
Above Average Mechanical Reasoning
Above Average Spatial Ability
Average Closure Ability
High Psychomotor Ability

Note: Civil engineers need to know building & safety regulations, local authority & government regulations, acceptable standards for construction etc.

IQ Required to Become a Civil Engineer?

Minimum Above Average Intelligence level preferred along with sufficient amount of Hard Work.

Job Prospects for Civil Engineer

Private Construction Companies
Architecture Firms
Engineering Services
Construction & Chemicals Industry
Cement Industry
Consultancy Services
Quality Testing Laboratories
Housing Societies

Regulatory Body

All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) & Directorate of Technical Education (DTE)

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