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Foundations of Civil Engineering
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Foundations of Civil Engineering
Foundations of Civil Engineering
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1
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What is the primary purpose of engineering?
Answer
To solve technical problems using science and design.
2
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Name three traditional main branches of engineering.
Answer
Chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical.
3
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What is the field of Civil Engineering concerned with?
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Design, construction, maintenance of infrastructure.
4
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List a few examples of public works under civil engineering.
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Roads, bridges, canals, dams, airports, sewage systems, pipelines.
5
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What is a civil engineer responsible for besides construction?
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Planning, maintaining, operating infrastructure; protecting public health.
6
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Which ancient structures illustrate early civil engineering?
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Pyramids, Parthenon, Appian Way, Great Wall.
7
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What is the Parthenon a symbol of?
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Ancient Greece, democracy, Western civilization.
8
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What is an aqueduct and where does the term come from?
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A water-transport structure; from Latin aqua and ducere.
9
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Who is called the father of civil engineering?
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John Smeaton.
10
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What is the Eddystone Lighthouse known for?
Answer
Innovative masonry; designed by John Smeaton.
11
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When did the term engineer begin to distinguish from architect?
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In antiquity; the two were often interchangeable; later distinctions emerged.
12
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What is the earliest era of civil engineering in the Philippines indicated?
Answer
Spanish colonial period (1565-1898).
13
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Which institution first offered a Civil Engineering course in the Philippines?
Answer
University of Santo Tomas (UST) in 1907.
14
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What organization was formed in 1928 as an early civil engineers group in the Philippines?
Answer
Philippines Society of Civil Engineers (PSCE).
15
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What is the modern acronym PICE?
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Philippines Institute of Civil Engineers.
16
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Which government act empowered the professional boards in the Philippines?
Answer
Public Act No. 2985 (1921).
17
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What is Intramuros historically known for?
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Seat of government; walled city.
18
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What is significant about San Agustin Church in Intramuros?
Answer
One of the oldest churches; survived WWII.
19
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What is Cape Bojeador Lighthouse also known as?
Answer
Burgos Lighthouse.
20
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Where is the Burgos Lighthouse located?
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Ilocos Norte.
21
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Who designed the Main Building of the University of Santo Tomas?
Answer
Rev. Fr. Roque Ruaño.
22
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What earthquake event influenced the design of the UST Main Building?
Answer
Great Kantō earthquake (1923).
23
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What is the fundamental domain of civil engineering?
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Public works like roads, bridges, dams, etc.
24
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Explain the concept of 'silent force' in civil engineering.
Answer
Civil engineers quietly enable structures foundational to society.
25
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What historical period saw the merging of civil engineering organizations in the Philippines?
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Martial Law era; 1973 formation of PICE.
26
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What is the meaning of the term 'insula' in ancient Rome?
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A multi-story urban block housing many residents.
27
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What is the significance of the Great Wall in civil engineering history?
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Fortifications across northern borders; large-scale construction.
28
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What is the Appian Way?
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Ancient Roman road connecting Rome to the East.
29
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What is a core function of civil engineers in urban areas?
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Design and maintain infrastructure for public welfare.
30
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How did Spanish colonial rule influence Philippine engineering?
Answer
Engineering and architecture practiced; no Filipino civil engineers initially.