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Civil Engineering 101
Civil engineering is one branch of the engineering profession, and is concerned with the understanding development of structures meant for public use.
civil engineering • structural engineering • geotechnical engineering • environmental engineering • civil engineering basics
Civil engineering is one branch of the engineering profession, and is concerned with the understanding development of structures meant for public use.
civil engineering • structural engineering • geotechnical engineering • environmental engineering • civil engineering basics
The Deutsches Museum Makes HIstorical Technology Live
The Deutsches Museum in Munich, Germany provides a hands-on way to experience the evolution of technology.
museums • germany • history • technology • munich
The Deutsches Museum in Munich, Germany provides a hands-on way to experience the evolution of technology.
museums • germany • history • technology • munich
Engineering Classified
This articles defines the basic function of engineering and gives a brief description of various fields of engineering and their functions.
design • engineering • maintenance • operation • different fields of engineering
This articles defines the basic function of engineering and gives a brief description of various fields of engineering and their functions.
design • engineering • maintenance • operation • different fields of engineering
Engineering 101: The Basics
Learn about the engineering profession, including the branches of engineering, what engineers do, and the contributions of engineers to society.
mechanical engineer • electrical engineer • civil engineer • branches of engineering • what engineers do
Learn about the engineering profession, including the branches of engineering, what engineers do, and the contributions of engineers to society.
mechanical engineer • electrical engineer • civil engineer • branches of engineering • what engineers do
Green Occupations and Continuing Education
An overview of duties and education requirements for green structural and civil engineers, construction managers, and landscaping architects careers are discussed.
green industry occupations • green careers • continuing education requirements for careers in t • green collar workers • structural and civil engineers
An overview of duties and education requirements for green structural and civil engineers, construction managers, and landscaping architects careers are discussed.
green industry occupations • green careers • continuing education requirements for careers in t • green collar workers • structural and civil engineers
Infrastructure Jobs Key to Improving Economy
Engineers say the economy can improve and jobs can be created if the government acts to replace failing infrastructure, support green technologies and invest in research.
infrastructure graded d • improve infrastructure • american society of civil engineers • green technology • jobs
Engineers say the economy can improve and jobs can be created if the government acts to replace failing infrastructure, support green technologies and invest in research.
infrastructure graded d • improve infrastructure • american society of civil engineers • green technology • jobs
Stormwater Quality and Treatment
Mitigation of pollution in rivers and streams through treatment of stormwater is a growing trend. Civil engineers join with other professions to make this happen.
clean water act • stormwater treatment • stormwater quality • pl 92-500 • npdes
Mitigation of pollution in rivers and streams through treatment of stormwater is a growing trend. Civil engineers join with other professions to make this happen.
clean water act • stormwater treatment • stormwater quality • pl 92-500 • npdes
The Price of an Icon
How to customize Toolbars and Icons in AutoCAD.
autocad • cad • drafting • drafter • architect
How to customize Toolbars and Icons in AutoCAD.
autocad • cad • drafting • drafter • architect
William Rankine - A Leader in Early Thermodynamics
William Rankine is best remembered for the Rankine cycle, but he made valuable contributions to soil mechanics, civil engineering, and education.
rankine • rankine cycle • thermodynamics • scottish • physicist
William Rankine is best remembered for the Rankine cycle, but he made valuable contributions to soil mechanics, civil engineering, and education.
rankine • rankine cycle • thermodynamics • scottish • physicist
Flood Insurance is Available Through the NFIP
Since flood insurance is not part of standard property insurance policies, many people are not aware that it is available. However, Congress has filled this gap.
flood insurance • fema • nfip • 40 cfr 59 • mudslides
Since flood insurance is not part of standard property insurance policies, many people are not aware that it is available. However, Congress has filled this gap.
flood insurance • fema • nfip • 40 cfr 59 • mudslides
The Floodplain Development Permit
FEMA requires that a floodplain development permit be issued before development takes place in the floodplain. This allows for orderly development and damage mitigation.
floodplain development permit • floodplain administrator • elevation certificate • contents of a floodplain development permit • floodplain permitting process
FEMA requires that a floodplain development permit be issued before development takes place in the floodplain. This allows for orderly development and damage mitigation.
floodplain development permit • floodplain administrator • elevation certificate • contents of a floodplain development permit • floodplain permitting process
Boston's Big Dig
Boston is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in America, but native Bostonians agree the city once had one scar that could only be healed through the Big Dig.
big dig • the big dig • boston's big dig • boston • transportation engineering
Boston is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in America, but native Bostonians agree the city once had one scar that could only be healed through the Big Dig.
big dig • the big dig • boston's big dig • boston • transportation engineering
Choosing an Engineering Major
Engineers use problem-solving skills to create all kinds of devices and systems that improve the quality of everyday life. Here's a guide to college engineering majors.
engineering major • college student • mechanical • industrial • electrical
Engineers use problem-solving skills to create all kinds of devices and systems that improve the quality of everyday life. Here's a guide to college engineering majors.
engineering major • college student • mechanical • industrial • electrical
Explorers of Canada, Part XXXI: Robert E. Peary
From Ellesmere Island, Northwest Territories to the North Pole, this American made a name for himself.
canada • united states • north pole • explorer
From Ellesmere Island, Northwest Territories to the North Pole, this American made a name for himself.
canada • united states • north pole • explorer
Seven Wonders of the World
There are lists highlight outstanding man-made achievements of engineering and construction of the ancient, medieval and modern world and celebrating nature's best.
seven wonders of the world • ancient medieval and modern world • ancient and modern marvels of engineering and natu • wonders of the industrial world • inspiring achievements
There are lists highlight outstanding man-made achievements of engineering and construction of the ancient, medieval and modern world and celebrating nature's best.
seven wonders of the world • ancient medieval and modern world • ancient and modern marvels of engineering and natu • wonders of the industrial world • inspiring achievements
Sustainable Building Principles
Before investigating green building options, identify ways to reduce a building's footprint and reuse existing building stock.
build sustainably with green technologies • smaller buildings make less of an impact environme • eco materials which can be recycled for future use • non-renewable energy or renewable energy • energy consumption and co2 emissions
Before investigating green building options, identify ways to reduce a building's footprint and reuse existing building stock.
build sustainably with green technologies • smaller buildings make less of an impact environme • eco materials which can be recycled for future use • non-renewable energy or renewable energy • energy consumption and co2 emissions
The Cost of Boston's Big Dig
After much debate and planning, the state of Massachusetts gave the Big Dig a green light. But little did they know the eventual financial and public relations costs.
big dig • the big dig • boston's big dig • boston • transportation engineering
After much debate and planning, the state of Massachusetts gave the Big Dig a green light. But little did they know the eventual financial and public relations costs.
big dig • the big dig • boston's big dig • boston • transportation engineering
The Three Pence Beaver
Designed by Sandford Fleming, the Three Pence Beaver was considered the first stamp of Canada, years before Confederation. Unique in its design, it set several firsts.
canadian history • designated as canada's first postage • the three pence beaver also made a couple of other • designed by the young sandford fleming • an engraving of a beaver
Designed by Sandford Fleming, the Three Pence Beaver was considered the first stamp of Canada, years before Confederation. Unique in its design, it set several firsts.
canadian history • designated as canada's first postage • the three pence beaver also made a couple of other • designed by the young sandford fleming • an engraving of a beaver
Tools for Planning a Green Community
An award-winning urban planning project mimics nature's approach to ecosystems to provide affordable housing and solve site-specific environmental issues.
house • housing project • single family homes • construction costs • stormwater
An award-winning urban planning project mimics nature's approach to ecosystems to provide affordable housing and solve site-specific environmental issues.
house • housing project • single family homes • construction costs • stormwater
Engineers and the military
Even in times of peace, the role of engineers in the various military organisations is diverse and significant.
engineer • army • navy • marine • airforce
Even in times of peace, the role of engineers in the various military organisations is diverse and significant.
engineer • army • navy • marine • airforce
The Mysterious Enchanted Rock
Explore the mystery of a natural wonder known as Enchanted Rock, the second largest granite outcropping in North America -- the true tale of a remarkable landmark.
enchanted • rock • natural • wonder • landmark
Explore the mystery of a natural wonder known as Enchanted Rock, the second largest granite outcropping in North America -- the true tale of a remarkable landmark.
enchanted • rock • natural • wonder • landmark
PRODUCTS, Products, products...
Various products from Autodesk, Smoothmove, Kenetix, McNeel, etc.
autodesk • smoothmove • kenetix • mcneel • cad
Various products from Autodesk, Smoothmove, Kenetix, McNeel, etc.
autodesk • smoothmove • kenetix • mcneel • cad
What Are You Worth? - Part I
If you’re exploring different careers, salary is sure to be a point of interest. Find out the current median wages for 30 occupations, and the value of college education.
earnings • earnings and education • wages • income • career planning
If you’re exploring different careers, salary is sure to be a point of interest. Find out the current median wages for 30 occupations, and the value of college education.
earnings • earnings and education • wages • income • career planning
African-American Children's Authors
afro-american authors • afro-american writers • children's literature • biography • black authors
afro-american authors • afro-american writers • children's literature • biography • black authors
Gen. Mansfield Lovell, CSA
Mansfield Lovell was a West Point educated engineer whose career as a Confederate general was tarnished by losing the port city of New Orleans to Admiral David Farragut.
mansfield lovell • csa • general • confederate • new orleans
Mansfield Lovell was a West Point educated engineer whose career as a Confederate general was tarnished by losing the port city of New Orleans to Admiral David Farragut.
mansfield lovell • csa • general • confederate • new orleans
Home Waste Control
Local governments and town planners can work with home owners to create residential waste water systems that minimise environmental effects.
waste • water • civil • sewage • waterway
Local governments and town planners can work with home owners to create residential waste water systems that minimise environmental effects.
waste • water • civil • sewage • waterway
Lydia Latrobe Roosevelt
Lydia Latrobe met her future husband, Nicholas Roosevelt, when she was a child and he was 25 years her senior. She would become the great grand aunt of Theodore Roosevelt
lydia latrobe roosevelt • roosevelt • theodore roosevelt • benjamin henry latrobe • washington d c
Lydia Latrobe met her future husband, Nicholas Roosevelt, when she was a child and he was 25 years her senior. She would become the great grand aunt of Theodore Roosevelt
lydia latrobe roosevelt • roosevelt • theodore roosevelt • benjamin henry latrobe • washington d c
Palm Springs Aerial Tram
Soaring 8,516 ft during its ten-minute ascent, The Palm Springs Aerial Tram offers visitors an alternative to the heat of the desert valley.
palm springs aerial tram • mount san jacinto state park • sonora desert • palm springs • chocella valley
Soaring 8,516 ft during its ten-minute ascent, The Palm Springs Aerial Tram offers visitors an alternative to the heat of the desert valley.
palm springs aerial tram • mount san jacinto state park • sonora desert • palm springs • chocella valley
Passaic River Home to Native American Artifacts
Fishing weirs - stone structures designed by Native Americans to help catch fish - are still found in the Passaic River in Northern New Jersey.
fishing weir • native american fishing weir • indian fishing weir • native american weir • indian weir
Fishing weirs - stone structures designed by Native Americans to help catch fish - are still found in the Passaic River in Northern New Jersey.
fishing weir • native american fishing weir • indian fishing weir • native american weir • indian weir
Peru's Ports Archaeology and Earthquakes
Port construction booming as the country effectively rebuilds it infrastructure have specific problems- history and the risk of earthquakes- they must address.
archaeology and earthquakes • maritime builders • portconstruction booming • country effectively rebuilds • like iraq
Port construction booming as the country effectively rebuilds it infrastructure have specific problems- history and the risk of earthquakes- they must address.
archaeology and earthquakes • maritime builders • portconstruction booming • country effectively rebuilds • like iraq
Peru's Ports Problems With History and Land
Port construction booming as the country effectively rebuilds it infrastructure have specific problems- history and the risk of earthquakes- they must address.
archaeology and earthquakes • maritime builders • portconstruction booming • country effectively rebuilds • like iraq
Port construction booming as the country effectively rebuilds it infrastructure have specific problems- history and the risk of earthquakes- they must address.
archaeology and earthquakes • maritime builders • portconstruction booming • country effectively rebuilds • like iraq
Quality Land Developments
To make real estate development projects work, developers need to position their projects so they stand out from the crowd. It's easy to do, but many fail to do so.
quality land developments • land developers • real estate development • land planning • development program
To make real estate development projects work, developers need to position their projects so they stand out from the crowd. It's easy to do, but many fail to do so.
quality land developments • land developers • real estate development • land planning • development program
Science, Tech and Math Careers
For anyone who has dreamed of working in the fields of science, technology, engineering or mathematics, here is a look at STEM careers.
careers in science • careers in technology • careers in engineering • careers in mathematics • stem careers
For anyone who has dreamed of working in the fields of science, technology, engineering or mathematics, here is a look at STEM careers.
careers in science • careers in technology • careers in engineering • careers in mathematics • stem careers
Writing Families: A Natural Partnership Part 2
Part Two in a series on African-American authors/illustrators of award-winning children's books who work with family members as their writing partners. This article focuses on the collaborative wife and husband team of Patricia and Frederick McKissack.
writing • writing partners • children's books • awards • illustrators
Part Two in a series on African-American authors/illustrators of award-winning children's books who work with family members as their writing partners. This article focuses on the collaborative wife and husband team of Patricia and Frederick McKissack.
writing • writing partners • children's books • awards • illustrators
A Quick Guide To Hurricane Categories
Weather anchors refer to developing or impending hurricanes using a "category" scale. The categories define in detail potential property damage and flooding.
hurricane categories • category 1 hurricane • hurricane kyle • category 2 hurricane • category 3 hurricane
Weather anchors refer to developing or impending hurricanes using a "category" scale. The categories define in detail potential property damage and flooding.
hurricane categories • category 1 hurricane • hurricane kyle • category 2 hurricane • category 3 hurricane
Ancestors who Left Brome Co. Quebec for US
During the 1800s thousands of Canadians left to search for advancement opportunities in the United States. Here are some of them from Brome Co., Quebec.
ancestors • quebec ancestors • canadian emigrants • from canada to us • where canadians went
During the 1800s thousands of Canadians left to search for advancement opportunities in the United States. Here are some of them from Brome Co., Quebec.
ancestors • quebec ancestors • canadian emigrants • from canada to us • where canadians went
ATAS: Visas for UK Science PhDs
ATAS, the Academic Technology Application Scheme, is the new post-9/11 visa requirement for international postgraduate students seeking to study science in the UK
atas • academic technology application scheme • international postgraduate science students visa • uk student visa requirements • uk student visa aplication
ATAS, the Academic Technology Application Scheme, is the new post-9/11 visa requirement for international postgraduate students seeking to study science in the UK
atas • academic technology application scheme • international postgraduate science students visa • uk student visa requirements • uk student visa aplication
Austria Travel: Historic Sights
Travelers to Austria experience spectacular scenery , enjoy the beautirul cities, experience culture and see some of the greatest historic sites in the world.
vienna austria • europe • united nations • unesco world heritage list • european travel
Travelers to Austria experience spectacular scenery , enjoy the beautirul cities, experience culture and see some of the greatest historic sites in the world.
vienna austria • europe • united nations • unesco world heritage list • european travel
Barefoot Deep Tissue Massage
Ever wondered what it would be like to give or receive a massage barefoot?
barefoot deep tissue massage • massage therapist • massage technique • train in barefoot deep tissue massage • type of massage
Ever wondered what it would be like to give or receive a massage barefoot?
barefoot deep tissue massage • massage therapist • massage technique • train in barefoot deep tissue massage • type of massage
Best Water Delivery Companies
Kinetics Water Infrastructure Fund's top holdings reveal specific companies positioned to gain from the urgent upgrade required to America's leaky water delivery systems.
best water delivery companies • kinetics water infrastructure fund • environmental engineer bill brennan • aqua terra asset management • connecticut water company ctws
Kinetics Water Infrastructure Fund's top holdings reveal specific companies positioned to gain from the urgent upgrade required to America's leaky water delivery systems.
best water delivery companies • kinetics water infrastructure fund • environmental engineer bill brennan • aqua terra asset management • connecticut water company ctws
Cusco UNESCO World Heritage Site
Cusco, once the Inca's mountain capital now reigns as Peru's tourist central and starting point for explorations of The Sacred Valley, the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
cusco • cusco peru • world heritage sites peru • unesco peru • cusco peru travel
Cusco, once the Inca's mountain capital now reigns as Peru's tourist central and starting point for explorations of The Sacred Valley, the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
cusco • cusco peru • world heritage sites peru • unesco peru • cusco peru travel
Five Categories of a Hurricane
By assigning a category to a hurricane, scientists are able to warn coastal populations as to the probable intensity of the hazard and help prepare residents.
hurricane • saffir-simpson scale • hurricane categories • natural hazard • hurricane hazard
By assigning a category to a hurricane, scientists are able to warn coastal populations as to the probable intensity of the hazard and help prepare residents.
hurricane • saffir-simpson scale • hurricane categories • natural hazard • hurricane hazard
Flood Protection for New Orleans
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed three flood prevention structures in New Orleans. Massive steel gates and auxiliary pumps highlight the structures design.
flood prevention structures in new orleans • federal governments response to hurricane katrina • canal system failure after hurricane • corps of engineers rebuild levees • blame for levee failure in new orleans
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed three flood prevention structures in New Orleans. Massive steel gates and auxiliary pumps highlight the structures design.
flood prevention structures in new orleans • federal governments response to hurricane katrina • canal system failure after hurricane • corps of engineers rebuild levees • blame for levee failure in new orleans
Henry David Thoreau: Pencil Revolutionary
Early in US history, American-made pencils were vastly inferior compared to those from Europe. It was Thoreau who discovered the secret to European pencil quality.
henry david thoreau • pencils • pencil making • pencil maker • graphite
Early in US history, American-made pencils were vastly inferior compared to those from Europe. It was Thoreau who discovered the secret to European pencil quality.
henry david thoreau • pencils • pencil making • pencil maker • graphite
Hydroelectric Power Generation
Hydroelectric power is one of the oldest power generation methods and is a critical part of world electricity generation.
hydroelectric power generation • hydroelectric power • generating electricity from water • renewable energy sources • controversies with hydroelectric power systems
Hydroelectric power is one of the oldest power generation methods and is a critical part of world electricity generation.
hydroelectric power generation • hydroelectric power • generating electricity from water • renewable energy sources • controversies with hydroelectric power systems
Important Women in Arizona History
Arizona didn't become the 48th state until 1912, but when it did, success for women followed close behind, giving women the right to vote the same year.
women arizona history • important women arizona • rachel emma allen berry • lorna lockwood • jane h. rider
Arizona didn't become the 48th state until 1912, but when it did, success for women followed close behind, giving women the right to vote the same year.
women arizona history • important women arizona • rachel emma allen berry • lorna lockwood • jane h. rider
Important Women in California History
As with many Western States, the Gold Rush brought people to California in large numbers, opening up a whole new opportunity for women to shine.
important women in california history • women in california history • women in history california • california women's history • california women making a difference
As with many Western States, the Gold Rush brought people to California in large numbers, opening up a whole new opportunity for women to shine.
important women in california history • women in california history • women in history california • california women's history • california women making a difference
Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
The illegitimate son of a legal adviser and a peasant girl, da Vinci began his apprenticeship in painting but is remembered for being a most brilliant universal genius.
leonardi da vinci painter • leonardo da vinci talents • leonardo da vinci rennaissance man • leonardo da vinci studies • leonardo da vinci drawings
The illegitimate son of a legal adviser and a peasant girl, da Vinci began his apprenticeship in painting but is remembered for being a most brilliant universal genius.
leonardi da vinci painter • leonardo da vinci talents • leonardo da vinci rennaissance man • leonardo da vinci studies • leonardo da vinci drawings
London's Victoria & Albert Museum
Alice in Wonderland, the Supremes, the Beauharnais Emeralds and Salginatobel Bridge are among the diverse subjects covered by exhibitions at the V&A Museum during 2008/9.
salginatobel bridge • the supremes • mary wilson • diana ross • florence ballard
Alice in Wonderland, the Supremes, the Beauharnais Emeralds and Salginatobel Bridge are among the diverse subjects covered by exhibitions at the V&A Museum during 2008/9.
salginatobel bridge • the supremes • mary wilson • diana ross • florence ballard
Middle School Students and Career Choices
Even though the current labor market is a bit tight, young students might want to start thinking now about their future career path.
career choices • youth and careers • middle school students and careers • business education for young students • career guidance for middle young people
Even though the current labor market is a bit tight, young students might want to start thinking now about their future career path.
career choices • youth and careers • middle school students and careers • business education for young students • career guidance for middle young people
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