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Have any unlikely subjects in school influenced or helped with your career in civil engineering? Stay tuned this week for the next episode of #TheEngineerExchange where we discuss all-things civil engineering careers for National Careers Week. Here's another sneak peak from Liam Simpson GMICE! Jack Graham, Esther Lawton, Simon Hassan IEng FICE #NCW2024 #STEMcareers #STEMeducation #Engineering

Sharing with you the free access (available for 50 days only) links to download our paper published in Elsevier entitled: A Comprehensive Approach for Understanding Debris Flow Interaction with Pipelines through Dynamic Impact Pressure Modeling [https://lnkd.in/gv8gUf_4] Awesome 'integrated engineering, pipeline engineering, civil engineering' Have a great day, everyone!

Online class today with Civil, Environmental & Geospatial Engineering from Michigan Technological University. Even see some familiar names!!! Shoutout to all those balancing continuous education with busy schedules.

In celebration of National Engineers Week 2024’s theme of “the future is here”, we had our employees ask the children in their lives a few questions about civil engineering. See if you can guess which answers fit which questions. • What do you think civil engineers do at work all day? • Why do you think engineers want to do the work that they do? • How do you think civil engineers help minimize flooding when it rains so much? #idseg #Eweek2024 #WelcometotheFuture

🔧 Introducing "Civil Engineering Fundamentals" Series 🚧 Hello, LinkedIn community! 🌍 I’m excited to launch a new series focused on the fundamental concepts of civil engineering, where I'll be sharing key insights, principles, and techniques that form the foundation of this essential field. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a student, or simply curious about how infrastructure shapes our world, this series will explore the basics that drive our industry forward. From structural design to materials science and fluid mechanics, we’ll cover it all. Stay tuned for valuable tips, real-world examples, and a breakdown of how these fundamentals impact the safety, sustainability, and innovation behind every project. Let’s build a stronger foundation of knowledge together! 🏗️ #CivilEngineering #EngineeringFundamentals #Infrastructure #EngineeringBasics #StructuralEngineering #Sustainability #InnovationInEngineering

Excellent article. No place is communication more important than on a construction project, where it is the key to success. Clear, concise and effective communication between all the players involved...the Owner, the Engineer, the Contractor and other stakeholders will lead to partnerships, collaborative problem solving, instead of finger pointing, and, ultimately, a successful project.

🌟 Embracing Challenges to Fuel Innovation 🛠️ 🌃 As a Civil Engineering student, I've always been fascinated by the intricacies of infrastructure projects. Recently, I had the privilege to work on the seismic analysis of tall buildings as per IS 1893(PART 1)-2016. This project challenged me to dive deep into advanced structural stability concepts and innovate solutions to withstand seismic forces. Here's what I learned: >The critical importance of accurate seismic data analysis. >The value of collaborative teamwork in managing complex tasks. >The role of software like STAAD.Pro in modern civil engineering. Building resilient structures is more than a technical feat; it's about ensuring safety and reliability. I'm excited to contribute to innovative infrastructure projects in the near future! 🛠️ What challenges have you faced in your projects, and how did you overcome them? Share your experiences! 🌆 #CivilEngineering #SeismicAnalysis #InnovationInConstruction #StructuralStability #EngineeringChallenges

🎉Celebration and reflection: I can't believe it has already been 15 years since I took my first civil engineering class. A Journey of Uniqueness and Ingenuity! As I reflect on my incredible journey since my first year at California Baptist University, one profound truth stands out: In civil engineering, no two projects are ever the same. This uniqueness is what sets our field apart and keeps the passion burning in our hearts! 🌉 Every site we work on has its own character and its own challenges. It's like unlocking a new story with every project. Whether it's the natural landscapes that shape our designs or the utilities we weave our plans into, each site demands a unique approach. But here's the real game-changer: Constraints. They're not just obstacles; they are the plot twists in our engineering stories. Physical boundaries push us to rethink the boundaries of creativity. Time and financial limits? They're our cues for efficiency and innovation. 💡💼 15 years down this path, each project has been a masterclass in ingenuity. From the drawing board to the field, it's a narrative of overcoming, adapting, and succeeding. 🛠️📈 To all the aspiring civil engineers out there, remember: Every constraint is a chapter in your engineering story waiting to be written. Embrace it, learn from it, and let your ingenuity shine! ✨ #CivilEngineering #EngineeringStories #Innovation #CareerReflections #15YearsStrong #CivilEngineeringPhilosophy

It’s important to be safe when working in the lab and field within engineering. Dr Eva Lantsoght, professor in civil engineering, take us through her top tips for being safe in the lab. Find out more and share: https://lnkd.in/eh4HhpFB #engineering #labwork #careeradvice

Guest Speaker Seungwon Lee, PhD, PE, will present a graduate seminar about "Lessons Learned from Engineering Challenges: Navigating Unprecedented Geological Conditions and Ensuring Project Feasibility". Civil engineering often strives to achieve safe and efficient solutions within standard code requirements. However, certain projects present unique challenges, pushing engineers to design for extreme conditions. Through these endeavors, valuable lessons have been gleaned from unprecedented scenarios, including instances of project collapse during or after construction. This presentation delves into the insights gained from confronting and overcoming such engineering hurdles, highlighting strategies for ensuring project viability in the face of adversity. John A. Reif, Jr. Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering