FAQs
Q: Can I get involved in research or other group projects?
A: Yes you can be involved. Undergraduates have worked on research projects from mine drainage to construction robots to design methods aided by computers.
Q: What is the difference between civil and environmental engineering?
A: Civil engineers focus on the development of various structures, including roads, buildings, and airports, while environmental engineers create different projects that can solve environmental issues.
Q: What is the work of a civil engineer?
A: Civil engineers are responsible for creating, protecting, and improving the environment where we live. They design, plan, and oversee the construction and maintenance of building construction and structures. They also plan and design some systems like roads, airports, railways, harbors, budges, power plants, dams, bridges, and sewage systems.
Q: What is the average salary of a civil engineer?
A: Civil engineers earn an average salary of 3 - 6 lakh rupees per annum.
Q: What is the admission process of M.Tech in Civil Engineering?
A: The admission process generally consists of a written examination and an interview thereafter. Most institutes provide direct admission to candidates who have a relatively high percentage in academics in their 10, +2, and B.Tech. But, to apply for IITs, the candidate must have a valid GATE score.
Q: Is Civil Engineering a good career?
A: To earn a high-level civil engineer salary you must largely contribute to the environment and buildings around us. Such structures include roads, bridges, canals, dams, and buildings. Due to its strict requirements, civil engineering is one of the highest-paid careers you can find.
Q: In which areas I can get a job after completing Civil Engineering?
A: After completing civil engineering, one can get a job in the following areas:
- Civil & Interior (Projects)
- Water Resources (Public Infrastructure
- Engineering Transportation
- Tunnel Engineering
- Constructer Companies
- Roadway Engineering
- Land Development/Site Design
- Colleges & universities (As professors)
A: Skills required to become a civil engineer are:
- Research, Planning, designing, management of the structure.
- Monitoring developments and analysis.
- Construction, installation, and modification of the structure.
- Rectifying issues and problems using scientific principles/fundamentals.
- Execution/implementation, the operation of the defined plan.