CCE: Civil Engineering

Which of the following is NOT considered a work of civil engineering?

• Roads and bridges

• Sewerage systems and canals

• Dams and airports

• Computer software development

Who was the planner of the first Egyptian pyramid, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara?

• Aristotle

• Hippodamus of Miletus

• Imhotep

• King Djoser

What is the primary difference between structural engineering and construction engineering?

• Structural engineering focuses on building roads, while construction engineering focuses on bridges.

• Structural engineering designs the framework of structures, while construction engineering builds them.

• Structural engineering deals with ancient buildings, while construction engineering deals with modern ones.

• Structural engineering is a newer field than construction engineering.

Who is known as the "father of city planning" for his influential urban design concepts like rectangular city blocks and straight streets?

• Imhotep

• Aristotle

• Hippodamus of Miletus

• King Hammurabi

What materials did the Romans mix to create their form of concrete for impressive structures?

• Sand, gravel, and water

• Lime, small rocks, and volcanic ash

• Clay, straw, and mud

• Cement, steel, and aggregate

Who patented Portland cement in early 19th century England?

• John Smeaton

• Henry Winstanley

• Joseph Aspdin

• Sir Joseph William Bazalgette

What innovative material did John Smeaton use to construct the third Eddystone Lighthouse?

• Wood

• Steel

• Hydraulic lime

• Volcanic ash

What significant civil engineering project did Sir Joseph William Bazalgette design to combat a cholera epidemic in London?

• A new bridge across the River Thames

• A system of aqueducts for fresh water

• A sewer network for Central London

• A fire-resistant lighthouse