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If we look at any
attractive mosque, building, road or bridge, we normally
think, that in whose mind, this marvel has incepted. Whether
we are standing at the airport, are passing by a well
constructed passage in a mountainous area while spending
holidays, watching an exciting match in a stadium, or standing
on top of a lofty building; they all witness the creativity of
civil engineers. Civil engineers employ natural resources to
construct various useful structures, which can be beneficial
for people, living in any society. Main functions of civil
engineers include, preparing blue prints, planning,
construction, and maintenance of buildings. Previously,
constructional engineering was mainly associated with
constructing bridges for military purposes. However, with the
passage of time, this body of science and art proved
beneficial also for common man, and thus, this branch of
engineering came to be known as Civil Engineering at the
conclusion of the 18th century, having an entirely
separate identity from military engineering. Civil engineering
can be divided into various categories,
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Transportation
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Tele communication
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Environmental
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Public Health
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Irrigational etc.
By December 2003, around 81,726 engineers
were registered with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), out
of which 30,991 were civil engineers. This figure also
included 668 females.
After acquiring formal education in civil
engineering, you have several paths available to follow. You
can start a job in the public sector, start your own private
practice, or can also enter the field of teaching. If
employment in the government sector is preferred, then even
though the salary structure will not be as striking, however,
benefits and perks will be quite attractive, along with bright
prospects of promotion. On the other hand, there is private
practice, where one can start as an intern, and may finally
establish his own consultancy firm. Out of a total of 27
universities operating in the country, 10 are offering degrees
in civil engineering. Civil engineers are responsible for the
completion of projects, proper use of raw material, and
managing laborers and contractors.
Some people believe that the demand for
civil engineers has reduced to a sufficient extent; however,
this perception is not true. Civic necessities are also
increasing with an increase in population. Roads, bridges,
buildings, and water and sewerage systems are being
constructed. This gives rise to an acute need for civil
engineers. Moreover, with the passage of time, latest
techniques and tools are being invented for construction and
design, to the extent that now computers and architectural
softwares are also being extensively employed in this field.
Initiators in this field must be aware of latest knowledge of
the current era, apart from formal education.
Therefore, if you think that you possess
capabilities to transform bricks, stones, cement and iron bars
into an alluring building, then this field is ideal for you. |
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