February 2015 ASCE visitation to Magnolia High School

1. Civil Engineering as a Career
Presented By: Hugo Pineda, PE, MS, QSD/QSP
Presented To: Magnolia H.S.
February 20, 2015

2.  Introduction
 What is an Engineer?
 Do You Like To…
 What is a Civil Engineer?
 Benefits
 Q&A Session
Discussion Topics

3. Introduction

4.  Engineers are people who use math, science,
and technology to solve problems
 Engineers develop creative solutions to all
sorts of problems
 Engineers make a difference in the world
What is an Engineer?

5.  Engineering uses technology to solve problems
everyday
 Use math, science and technology
 Renewable Energy: solar, wind, hydro
 Clean Water: treatment plans, desalinization
 Transportation: highways, bridges, airports, trains
What is an Engineer?

6.  Solve problems
 Ask questions
 Work in a team environment
 Make things work better
 Communicate
 Learn new things, adapt, and improve
Do You Like To…

7.  Aerospace
 Architectural
 Chemical
 Civil
 Electrical
 Environmental
 Geotechnical
Types of Engineers
 Industrial
 Manufacturing
 Mechanical
 Nuclear
 Petroleum
 Systems

8.  Clean up and protect the environment from
harmful waste
 Design and build sustainable roads, bridges,
buildings, airports, ports, and rail systems
 Provide clean water
 Provide energy & power
 Enable communication
What is a Civil Engineer?

9.  Civil Engineering Specialties
 Construction
 Flood Control
 Urban Planning
 Geotechnical
 Transportation
 Site Development
Types of Civil Engineers
 Coastal
 Structural
 Environmental
 Land Surveying
 Water Resources

33.  Change the world
 Be creative
 Work with great people
 Make a difference
 Never be bored
 Make a good salary
Benefits
 Solve problems
 Travel
 Enjoy job flexibility
 Love your work & live life
too!

35. Q&A Session
Created By: Hugo Pineda, P.E.
Thank Ms. B for having me in
your class today!