Bricks: Definition, Types, Shapes, Properties, Classifications & Uses A brick is a small rectangular block commonly made of fired or sun-dried clay. Bricks are obtained by moulding clay into blocks…
Chajja (Chejja) English Meaning In Civil Engineering Construction Chajja | Image src @ebay  A horizontal or sloping structural overhang that protrudes immediately above the window is referred to as…
Prestressed Concrete (PSC) Since the strength of concrete in tension is very low, it is ignored in R.C.C. designs. Concrete in the tension zone only acts as cover…
COREN CERTIFICATION: How To Become A Registered (Certified) Engineer In NigeriaAfter graduation from a reputable and recognized institution in Nigeria, there are certain requirements still needed to make one a…
Two Aspects (Methods) Of Building Construction There are two main aspects involved in the construction of buildings: conventional or traditional methods, and modern or industrialized methods. In most construction…
Occupational Health Safety (OHS), Its Legislation (Laws Surrounding It) & The UK Building Regulations  There are several statutes enacted by Act of Parliament that have an impact on the…
How To Design, Model & Analyze Structures With Protastructures Protastructure is a power structural design software. Protastructure can design and analyze concrete structures. With the help of Protasteel, engineers are…
Two Methods for Setting Out a Building on Site Before a building can be constructed on site, it must be first set out. In civil engineering, building plans are…
The British Standard: What Is It? | What Are Design Codes & Standardization Codes? In school, students are taught based on a standard that is applicable in their country.…
Reinforced Cement Concrete (R.C.C.) | Definition, Meaning, Uses & Properties of Good R.C.C. Â Reinforced Cement Concrete (R.C.C. for short), is a combination of concrete and steel, otherwise known as…