One material property that is widely used and recognized is the strength of a material. But what does the word "strength" mean? "Strength" can have many meanings, so let us take a closer look at what ...

Lectures and readings focus on bridges, railroads, power plants, steamboats, telegraph, highways, automobiles, aircraft, computers, and the microchip. Historical analysis provides a basis for studying ...

When civil engineers go to plan the roads that we drive, they’re doing so using materials and technology that have advanced significantly in recent history. Some of the biggest advancements in road ...

Sustainability is a growing topic in civil engineering because of the industry's carbon emissions. There are new technologies and processes to help make construction more sustainable. Challenges ...