Excerpt from How to Become an Engineer, or the Theoretical and Practical Training Necessary in Fitting for the Duties of the Civil Engineer: The Opinions of Eminent Authorities, and the Courses of Study in the Technical Schools
The relative merits of different sys tems of conveying goods or passengers must be determined by the engineer.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book outlines the best path to becoming a Civil Engineer, defining the field and distinguishing it from other branches of the profession. The author discusses the expansion of the profession and the increased scientific rigor it now requires. The author describes in great detail the best preparatory course of study for prospective engineers and the practical work that augments that study. Chapters outline the various branches of Civil Engineering, including Sanitary, Hydraulic, and Electrical Engineering. The author concludes by noting that this field is suited to those with Special aptitudes in math and science who have a love of learning. Given the growing complexity of engineering projects, the author's insights on training are more relevant than ever. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334737268_0
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