Civil Engineering Quiz

Which factor is considered under financial considerations in civil engineering?

• Aesthetics

• Ground conditions

• Cost including labour, plant, materials

• Pollution

Which factor is NOT a part of life cycle issues in civil engineering?

• Future requirements

• Maintenance and repair

• Noise

• Re-use, deconstruction and demolition

Which of the following is a financial consideration in civil engineering?

• Noise

• Ground conditions

• Quality of materials and workmanship

• Future requirements

What is an example of an environmental factor in civil engineering?

• Timescale

• Pollution

• Ground conditions

• Cost including labour

What is the purpose of a site investigation report?

• To increase project costs

• To highlight findings affecting construction and identify health and safety concerns

• To design the building layout

• To manage project timelines

What do building and construction case records show about ground conditions?

• They are irrelevant to project success

• They often cause large cost and time overruns

• They always improve project efficiency

• They are easy to manage

What can temperature extremes cause during the build phase?

• Improved structural integrity

• A variety of problems

• Faster construction times

• Reduced material costs

Which structures are particularly affected by cold temperatures and freeze/thaw cycles?

• Wooden houses

• Glass buildings

• Bridges and foundations

• Plastic shelters

What could increased temperatures induce in concrete?

• Lower density

• Higher rate of creep

• Reduced strength

• Faster curing

What is a potential impact of more frequent heatwaves on civil structures?

• Increased cooling efficiency

• Long-term deformations

• Enhanced structural integrity

• Reduced thermal expansion