Basic Civil Engineering Quiz

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1. When was this course established at this University?

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This course was established at this university in 1838.

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Do you know about the facts related to the introduction of Civil Engineering? Take this basic civil engineering quiz, and see how much you know. Civil engineering is... see morea well-established career now that it is often hard to believe it never existed. Do you know all about the career you dream of following? Let's test your knowledge with this little quiz! If you like the quiz, do not forget to share it with others associated with Civil Engineering.
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2. Who was the first woman to receive a civil engineering degree?

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Nora Stanton Blatch was the first woman to receive a civil engineering degree.

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3. Who was the founder of this University?

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Captain Alden Partridge is the founder of this University.

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4. Which was the first University in America to offer civil engineering as a course?

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute was the first university in America to offer civil engineering as a course.

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5. When did she receive this degree?

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The correct answer is 1905.

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6. When was civil engineering officially recognized as a career?

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In 1828, civil engineering was officially recognized as a career. This means that it was at this time that the field of civil engineering gained recognition and acceptance as a distinct and important profession. Prior to this, civil engineering may have existed in some form, but it was not recognized as a separate profession with its own set of skills and expertise. The recognition of civil engineering in 1828 marked an important milestone in the development of the field and solidified its status as a legitimate career choice.

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7. When did this University start teaching this course?

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The University started teaching this course in 1819.

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8. Which University in England was the first to teach civil engineering?

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Norwich University was the first university in England to teach civil engineering.

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9. When was the Class of Civil Engineering and Mining founded?

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The Class of Civil Engineering and Mining was founded in 1838.

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10. Where was this class founded?

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King's College London is the correct answer because it is stated in the options as one of the possible locations where the class was founded.

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When was this course established at this University?
Who was the first woman to receive a civil engineering degree?
Who was the founder of this University?
Which was the first University in America to offer civil engineering...
When did she receive this degree?
When was civil engineering officially recognized as a career?
When did this University start teaching this course?
Which University in England was the first to teach civil engineering?
When was the Class of Civil Engineering and Mining founded?
Where was this class founded?
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