Cork Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering – Stage 1
(CCIVL_7_Y1)
Autumn 2008
Professional Studies – Old Syllabus
(Time: 3 Hours)
Instructions
Answer any FIVE questions.
All questions carry equal marks.
Examiners: Mr. J. J. O Connor
Mr. J. Lapthorne
Mr. J. Kindregan
.
Q1. “Civil Engineering is one of the oldest disciplines in the world”.
Write an essay on the achievements of civil engineers throughout history.
(20 Marks)
Q2. You are interested in securing employment with a civil engineering company based in
London.
Write a letter to the personnel department of this company (select company title) in
which you introduce yourself, outline your educational achievements, give information
on work experience and ask to be granted an interview. (20 Marks)
Q3. In the modern world the main task of a professional engineer is to protect the
environment. Discuss the appropriateness of the above statement. (20 Marks)
Q4. (a) A meeting has been defined as an “assembly of people for a lawful purpose”. Outline
three situations where you, working with an engineering firm, would feel that holding a
meeting would be necessary and effective. (8 Marks)
(b) What is the role of the secretary:
(i) before a meeting
(ii) during a meeting. (6 Marks)
(c) Give a brief explanation of each of the following terms:
(i) notice of meeting
(ii) agenda (6 Marks)
