Preview Questions Civil Engineer | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: How is "fatigue" considered in the design of structural steel elements subject to repeated loading?

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Steel elements are designed for static loading and do not need to consider fatigue

Fatigue is not relevant for steel, as it is a permanent material

Fatigue design takes into account the stress cycles and their impact on the material over time, ensuring durability

Fatigue only applies to reinforced concrete, not steel structures

Question 2: How does financial risk impact the budget planning of construction projects?

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Financial risk has minimal impact on the initial budget, as it is adjusted later in the project

Financial risk, including cost overruns, inflation, and unforeseen expenses, should be assessed to ensure the project stays within budget limits

Financial risk is only relevant in the final stages of construction, when cost overruns occur

Financial risk does not affect safety, only the aesthetic quality of the project

Question 3: What is the typical failure mode for a bolted steel connection subjected to high shear?

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Slippage of the plate

Bolt shear failure

Plate yielding

Bolt pull-through

Question 4: What is the primary factor that influences the "shear capacity" of a reinforced concrete beam?

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The presence of stirrups or shear reinforcement

The depth of the beam

The amount of longitudinal reinforcement

The type of aggregate used in the concrete

Question 5: What is the effect of high-performance concrete on construction costs and durability?

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High-performance concrete reduces maintenance costs but increases overall material costs

High-performance concrete provides greater durability, strength, and reduced maintenance costs, though it may increase initial costs

High-performance concrete has no impact on durability, focusing only on construction speed

High-performance concrete decreases costs by reducing the need for reinforcement but limits durability

Question 6: When designing a "braced frame" for lateral load resistance, what is the key consideration?

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The design of a braced frame is primarily based on cost minimization

The design must ensure that the braces can effectively transfer lateral loads without causing instability

Only the foundation needs to account for lateral loads, not the frame

Braced frames do not need to be designed for lateral load resistance