Title: Becoming a Civil Engineer: Careers, Salary Info & Job Description
Headings: Becoming a Civil Engineer: Careers, Salary Info & Job Description
Becoming a Civil Engineer: Careers, Salary Info & Job Description
Civil Engineer Careers: Pros and Cons
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Civil Engineer Careers: Pros and Cons
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A civil engineer works on constructing roads, bridges and other transportation-related structures. Look at the following pros and cons lists to see if this career may be the one for you. PROS of Becoming a Civil Engineer
Can start career with a minimum of a bachelor's degree*
Usually requires only a standard 40-hour work week*
Large employment growth expected from 2012-2022 (20%)*
Much higher than average annual wages ($87,130 vs. national mean average $45,230)*
CONS of Becoming a Civil Engineer
Continuing education is required throughout career*
Must complete a lengthy, 2-part licensing process*
May require extensive travel to job sites*
Engineering bachelor's degree programs may take five years to complete*
Source: * U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Job Description and Duties
Civil engineers oversee the development process of building transportation structures, such as airports and tunnels, as well as systems, like water supply systems. During the development process, you'll have to look towards the future and consider the costs of upkeep, potential nature hazards, such as earthquakes, and general wear and tear from regular usage, figuring these factors into your overall design. You'll also have to consider building regulations and engineering principles. Typically, civil engineers work in an office, but some travel to job sites may be required.