Module

Question 1

These services usually precede the authorization of a capital project and may involve extensive investigations, analyses of conditions, and comparison of several possible plans. These studies may include the impact of a project upon the cycle costs, financing considerations, and expected revenues as bases for conclusions and recommendations regarding the advisability of undertaking a project.

Answer 1

Preliminary and Feasibility Investigations and Reports

Question 2

These services may include the broad areas of developing the engineering requirements of master plans for long-range capital improvement programs; preparation of preliminary engineering of land development plans, urban plans, and regional plans; and environmental conditions and preparation of environmental impact studies with subsequent engineering planning to improve or maintain existing conditions

Answer 2

Planning Studies

Question 3

The client may engage the engineer to present a project concept, technical analysis, or planning study to the public. In addition, the client may use the engineer to solicit public involvement on a particular project or study. These services require the engineer to be familiar with the array of public involvement techniques in order to achieve the desired result.

Answer 3

Public Involvement

Question 4

These services may include investigations and analyses of existing conditions; capital and operating costs; overhead costs and costs of financing; and revenues as needed to evaluate a property or to recommend the establishment of prospective rates.

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Appraisals, Valuations, and Rate Studies

Question 5

The Civil Engineer may be engaged by a client who is planning to issue bonds, particularly revenue bonds, to finance a capital project. The scope of services may include an evaluation of capabilities of existing or proposed facilities to meet present and projected future needs, statements of probable construction costs, and an estimate of annual revenue requirements, with a determination of appropriate rates to provide this income.

Answer 5

Assistance in Financial Matters

Question 6

These services include tests of materials and equipment under established codes and standards, specialized examination of equipment and materials used in construction and industry, and other inspections and monitoring required by a client.

Answer 6

Materials Engineering and Equipment Tests

Question 7

This includes services such as assistance in preparation for legal proceedings. Appearances before courts or commissions to render expert opinions and conclusions, and investigation of technical matters where specialized civil engineering knowledge, experience, and judgment is required.

Answer 7

Direct Personal Services

Question 8

a specialized investigation and gathering of data from existing resources or through laboratory works and processes related to the purpose and object of the research. Research and development may cover the following:

Answer 8

Research

Question 9

Development of new construction materials and methods from concept to commercialization.
Improvement of construction materials and methods through exhaustive studies to reduce total construction cost and at the same time improve quality.

Answer 9

Research and Development

Question 10

Give 5 services that suit the special needs of the client and can include such diverse activities

Answer 10

Value engineering
Appraisal and valuation
Load testing
Environmental evaluations
Traffic engineering
Forensic engineering for structural and other failures
Operational assistance
Materials process design
Pilot studies
Computer modeling
Safety engineering
Topographic, sounding and boundary survey engineering
Toxic and hazardous waste evaluation
Permit and application services
Sales and marketing services
Expert witness
Representation of municipal or private entities in the project proposed for privatization

Question 11

Civil engineering services are required for each of the_________of a construction project. .

Answer 11

six typical phases

Question 12

This phase involves the determination of project scope and economic and technical evaluation of feasible alternatives. The services performed during this phase

Answer 12

Study and Report Phase

Question 13

Reviewing available data and consulting with the client to clarify and define the client’s requirements for the project.

Answer 13

Study and Report Phase

Question 14

Advising the client as to the necessity of providing or obtaining from other additional data or services and assisting the client in obtaining such data and services

Answer 14

Study and Report Phase

Question 15

Identifying and analyzing requirements of governmental authorities having jurisdiction to approve the design of the project and participating in consultations with such authorities.

Answer 15

Study and Report Phase

Question 16

Providing analyses of the client’s needs, planning surveys, comparative evaluations of prospective sites, and solutions.

Answer 16

Study and Report Phase

Question 17

Providing a general economic analysis of the client’s requirements applicable to various alternatives.

Answer 17

Study and Report Phase

Question 18

Preparing a report and presenting alternative solutions available to the client with the Civil Engineer’s findings and recommendations.

Answer 18

Study and Report Phase

Question 19

This phase involves the establishment of the general size and scope of the project and its location on the selected site. The preliminary design services

Answer 19

Preliminary Design Phase

Question 20

Consulting with the client, reviewing preliminary reports, clarifying and defining project requirements, reviewing available data, and discussing general scheduling.

Answer 20

Preliminary Design Phase

Question 21

Advising the client as to whether additional data or services of the type described under the study and report phase above are required and assisting the client in obtaining such data and services.

Answer 21

Preliminary Design Phase

Question 22

Preparing preliminary design documents consisting of final design criteria, preliminary drawings, outline specifications, and written descriptions of the project.

Answer 22

Preliminary Design Phase

Question 23

Preparing revised estimates of probable total project costs.

Answer 23

Preliminary Design Phase

Question 24

Providing periodic status reports.

Answer 24

Preliminary Design Phase

Question 25

This phase of project development is usually undertaken only after the client has approved the preliminary design phase material

Answer 25

Final Design Phase

Question 26

Preparing construction drawings and specifications showing the character and extent of the project based on the final accepted preliminary design documents.

Answer 26

Final Design Phase

Question 27

Preparing and furnishing to the client a revised estimate of probable total project costs based on the final drawings and specifications.

Answer 27

Final Design Phase

Question 28

Furnishing the necessary engineering data and assisting in the application for regulatory permits from local, or national authorities. This is distinguished from and does not include detailed applications and supporting documents for government grants-in-aid or planning grants that would be furnished as additional services described later in this section.

Answer 28

Final Design Phase

Question 29

Preparing basic documents related to construction contacts for review and approval by the client (and the client’s legal and other advisors). These include contact agreement forms, general conditions and supplementary conditions, invitations to bid, instructions to bidders, insurance and bonding requirements, and other contract-related documents.

Answer 29

Final Design Phase

Question 30

Furnishing to the client a specified number of copies of drawings, specifications, and other contract documents.

Answer 30

Final Design Phase

Question 31

Providing final design and construction services for design-build contracts. The engineer generally serves as a subcontractor to a general contractor during the initial planning and design phases. Services provided by the engineer may be extended through the construction phase, as appropriate.

Answer 31

Final Design Phase

Question 32

Providing periodic status reports.

Answer 32

Final Design Phase

Question 33

Assisting the client in advertising for and obtaining bids or negotiating proposals for each separate prime construction contract, maintaining a record of prospective bidders to whom bidding documents have been issued, attending pre-bid conferences, and receiving and processing deposits for bidding documents.

Answer 33

Bidding or Negotiating Phase

Question 34

Issuing addenda as appropriate to interpret, clarify, expand, or amend the bidding documents.

Answer 34

Bidding or Negotiating Phase

Question 35

Assisting the client in determining the qualifications and acceptability of prospective contractors, subcontractors, and materials suppliers.

Answer 35

Bidding or Negotiating Phase

Question 36

Consulting with and advising the client as to the acceptability of alternative materials and equipment proposed by the prospective construction when substitution prior t the award of contracts is allowed by the bidding documents.

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Bidding or Negotiating Phase

Question 37

Attending the bid opening, preparing bid tabulation sheets, and providing assistance to the client in evaluating bids or proposals and in assembling and awarding contracts for construction, materials, equipment, and services.

Answer 37

Bidding or Negotiating Phase

Question 38

Reviewing, for compliance with design concepts, shop, and erection drawings submitted by the constructors.

Answer 38

Construction Phase

Question 39

Reviewing laboratory, shop, and mill test reports on materials and equipment.

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Construction Phase

Question 40

What is this phase : Visiting the project site at appropriate intervals

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Construction Phase

Question 41

Providing services during construction by a full-time resident project representative, and by supporting staff as required Issuing instruction from the client to the contractors, issuing necessary interpretations and clarifications of contract documents, preparing change orders, requiring special inspections and testing of the work, and making recommendations as to the acceptability of the work.

Answer 41

Construction Phase

Question 42

Making recommendations to the client on corrective actions or contractual measures that may be exercised by the owner.

Answer 42

Construction Phase

Question 43

Preparing sketches required to resolve problems due to actual field conditions encountered.

Answer 43

Construction Phase

Question 44

Determining amounts of progress payments due, based on the degree of completion of the work, and recommending issuance of such payments by the client.

Answer 44

Construction Phase

Question 45

Observing and assisting performance tests and initial operation of the project. Preparing record drawings from information submitted by the contractor.

Answer 45

Construction Phase

Question 46

Making a final inspection and reporting on completion of the project.

Answer 46

Construction Phase

Question 47

Making a final inspection and reporting on completion of the project.

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Construction Phase

Question 47

Making a final inspection and reporting on completion of the project.

Answer 47

Construction Phase

Question 48

At the completion of construction, the Civil Engineer may as basic service, assist in the star-up of project operations. The Civil Engineer may be commissioned to prepare a manual for both operation and maintenance requirements, and may also provide assistance in adjusting and balancing equipment, identifying deficiencies and assisting in obtaining corrections, and performing inspection prior to the end of the project warranty period.

Answer 48

Operation Phase

Question 49

What is the meaning of PCAB?

Answer 49

Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB)

Question 50

A registered Civil Engineer may engage in construction contracting after being licensed as a contractor by ________

Answer 50

Contractors Accreditation Board

Question 51

Provides that no contractor (including sub-contractor and specialty contractor) shall engage in the business of contracting without first having secured a PCAB license to conduct business.

Answer 51

R.A. 4566 as amended by P.D. No. 1746

Question 52

It is an offense to engage in contracting business without a license first being obtained. True or False?

Answer 52

True

Question 53

What is the purpose of the Contractors License Law (R.A. 4566)

Answer 53

to ensure, for the safety of the public, that only qualified and reliable contractors are allowed to undertake construction in the country.

Question 54

A Civil Engineer may be employed in a project as:

Answer 54

Construction engineer Resident Civil Engineer Project engineer Quality control engineer Cost engineer Engineer inspector .

Question 55

In accordance with ___________only registered Civil Engineers can take charge or supervise construction or alteration of any building or structure and any other civil engineering works mentioned in Section 2 of the mentioned Republic Act.

Answer 55

Section 23 of RA 544

Question 56

In accordance with Section 23 of RA 544, only registered Civil Engineers can take charge or supervise construction or alteration of any building or structure and any other civil engineering works mentioned in ______ of the mentioned Republic Act.

Answer 56

Section 2

Question 57

including test borings, sampling and analysis, and recommendations.

Answer 57

Geotechnical engineering

Question 58

The engineering support services in general civil engineering practice may involve_________________________ activities for specialized purposes.

Answer 58

drafting, land and construction surveying, and the other data gathering

Question 59

These services involve full or part-time teaching or training of prospective professionals and also the upgrading of knowledge and skills of fellows professionals.

Answer 59

Academic services

Question 60

In general civil engineering practice may involve drafting, land and construction surveying, and the other data gathering activities for specialized purposes.

Answer 60

The engineering support services

Question 61

all subjects for licensure examinations shall be taught by persons who are holders of valid certificates of registration/professional licenses and professional identification cards, or special temporary permits, or a valid certificate of competency for the profession issued by the Commission, and who comply with the other requirements of the CHED.

Answer 61

RA 8981

Question 62

This phase involves the preparation of documents consisting of final design criteria, preliminary drawings, outline specifications, and written descriptions of the project.

Answer 62

Preliminary Design Phase

Question 63

A specialized investigation and gathering of data from existing resources or through laboratory works and processes related to the purpose and object of the research. May do development and/or improvement of new construction materials and methods

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Research and Development

Question 64

The services performed during this phase may include, preparing construction drawings and specifications showing the character and extent of the project based on the final accepted preliminary design documents. Usually undertaken only after the client has approved the preliminary design phase material.

Answer 64

Final Design Phase

Question 65

This phase services may include, reviewing laboratory, shop, and mill test reports on materials and equipment and reviewing, for compliance with design concepts, shop, and erection drawings submitted by the constructors

Answer 65

Construction Phase

Question 66

These services include tests of materials and equipment under established codes and standards, a specialized examination of equipment and materials used in construction and industry, and other inspections and monitoring required by a client.

Answer 66

Materials Engineering and Equipment Tests

Question 67

Services including test borings, sampling and analysis, and recommendations of appropriate foundation type and solutions

Answer 67

Geotechnical engineering services

Question 68

These services may involve drafting, land and construction surveying, and the other data gathering activities for specialized purposes.

Answer 68

Engineering support services

Question 69

These services involve full or part time teaching or training of prospective professionals and also the upgrading of knowledge and skills of fellows professionals.

Answer 69

Academic services

Question 70

Services under this phase may include assisting the client in advertising for and obtaining bids or negotiating proposals for each separate prime construction contract, maintaining a record of prospective bidders to whom bidding documents have been issued, attending pre-bid conferences, and receiving and processing deposits for bidding documents. Final Design Phase

Answer 70

Bidding or Negotiating Phase

Question 71

These services deal primarily with collecting, interpreting, and reporting information, together with formulating conclusions and making recommendations.

Answer 71

Consultation, research, investigation, and reports.

Question 72

No two Civil Engineers have the same:

Answer 72

training experience capabilities personnel workloads particular abilities.

Question 73

Client's First step

Answer 73

to define the proposed scope of the project.

Question 74

In big organizations, the person designated to select the civil engineer should be ____________

Answer 74

familiar with the project requirements

Question 75

Considerably enhanced when the client is fully familiar with the purpose and nature of the proposed project, can describe the project in detail, and can prepare a project scope and outline of services expected of the Civil Engineer.

Answer 75

selection procedure

Question 76

What is RFQ

Answer 76

Request for qualifications

Question 77

Request for general qualifications in a selected area of expertise.

Answer 77

Request for qualifications

Question 78

What is RFP

Answer 78

Request for proposals

Question 79

Shortlist for selecting a civil engineer for a specific project.

Answer 79

Request for proposals

Question 80

Each civil engineer or firm should be given the opportunity to visit the site, review data and obtain clarification of any required items. TRUE OR FALSE?

Answer 80

TRUE

Question 81

Each civil engineer or firm should not be given the opportunity to visit the site, review data and obtain clarification of any required items.

Answer 81

FALSE

Question 82

A contract termed as __________ is a type that has a procedure similar to cost reimbursement.

Answer 82

level of effort

Question 83

Payment under this contract is based on the effort expended and not on the results achieved. TRUE OR FALSE

Answer 83

TRUE

Question 84

Payment under this contract is based on the result expended and not on the effort achieved. TRUE OR FALSE

Answer 84

False

Question 85

What is QBS

Answer 85

QUALITY BASED SELECTION

Question 86

Start with cost estimate from blueprints and material takeoffs

Answer 86

Bidding

Question 87

Process of Submitting proposal to undertake or manage the undertaking of the construction

Answer 87

Bidding

Question 88

Selection of CE and related service professionals, including consultants and sub-consultants on construction projects, should result from the competition based on the qualifications and resources best suited to complete a project successfully in terms of performance quality and cost-effectiveness. True or False

Answer 88

True

Question 89

Selection of CE and related service professionals, including consultants and sub-consultants on construction projects, should not result from the competition based on the qualifications and resources best suited to complete a project successfully in terms of performance quality and cost-effectiveness. True or False

Answer 89

False

Question 90

Essential ingredient in quality engineering services

Answer 90

Judgement

Question 91

This system involves submission of a technical proposal in one envelope and a price proposal in a second envelope.

Answer 91

Two-Envelope System

Question 92

The client then evaluates the technical proposals and selects the best-qualified CE based on that consulting CE's technical proposal.

Answer 92

Two-Envelope System

Question 93

At this point in the selection procedure, the client opens the price proposal submitted in the second envelope and uses this as a basis for the negotiation of contractual scope and fees.

Answer 93

Two-Envelope System

Question 94

The second envelopes submitted by the unsuccessful proposers are returned unopened.

Answer 94

Two-Envelope System

Question 95

The two-envelope system is not recommended. If used as intended, it is similar to the recommended QBS procedure except that the added cost to prepare a comprehensive scope and price discourages some consulting CE from participating. True or False

Answer 95

True

Question 96

The QBS procedure is characterized by _____ basic steps

Answer 96

3

Question 97

The application of each method or combination of methods is dependent on the _______, scope, and complexity of the required engineering services.

Answer 97

Nature

Question 98

The application of each method or combination of methods is dependent on the nature, ________, and complexity of the required engineering services.

Answer 98

SCOPE

Question 99

The application of each method or combination of methods is dependent on the nature, Scope, and ________ of the required engineering services.

Answer 99

complexity

Question 100

or "direct salaries plus employee benefits"

Answer 100

Salary Cost

Question 101

which is applied to salary cost is a factor that compensates the CE for overhead plus a reasonable margin for contingencies, interest, or invested capital readiness to serve and profit.

Answer 101

multiplier

Question 102

the size of multiplier may vary, but the average multiplier may be between ____ and ___ times the average salary cost.

Answer 102

2.5 and 3.0

Question 103

usually incurred in engineering engagements

Answer 103

Direct non-salary expenses

Question 104

A procurement process for the competitive selection of engineering services under which the most appropriate professional or firm is selected based on qualifications such as knowledge, skill, experience, and other project-specific factors, rather than on fees.

Answer 104

Qualifications-Based Selection

Question 105

Possession of financial and business resources to accomplish the assignment is a factors that should be considered in the selection process. TRUE OR FLASE

Answer 105

TRUE

Question 106

The client's first step in the selection of civil engineer is to define the proposed scope of the project.TRUE OR FLASE

Answer 106

TRUE

Question 107

The reputation of the civil engineer as referred by the previous clients is not a factor that should be considered in the selection process.TRUE OR FLASE

Answer 107

FALSE

Question 108

This system involves the submission of a technical proposal in one envelope and a price proposal in a second envelope.

Answer 108

Two-Envelope System

Question 109

Qualifications and expertise in performing services is not a factor that should be considered in the selection process.TRUE OR FLASE

Answer 109

FALSE

Question 110

In QBS the owner evaluates and selects the professional engineer based on demonstrated qualifications and experience in the required types of services without considering fee.TRUE OR FLASE

Answer 110

TRUE

Question 111

normally refers to an eight-hour day

Answer 111

Per diem

Question 112

offers some guiding principles for how people can be and belong in their community, society, organization, or even family.

Answer 112

Ethics

Question 112

offers some guiding principles for how people can be and belong in their community, society, organization, or even family.

Answer 112

Ethics

Question 113

Six Pillars of Character

Answer 113

Trustworthiness,Respect,Responsibility,Fairness,Caring,Citizenship

Question 114

they give us greater leeway because they feel we don’t need monitoring to assure that we’ll meet our obligations.

Answer 114

TRUSTWORTHINESS

Question 115

most complicated of the six core ethical values and concerns a variety of qualities like honesty, integrity, reliability, and loyalty.

Answer 115

TRUSTWORTHINESS

Question 116

The Golden Rule — do unto others as you would have them do unto you — nicely illustrates the________

Answer 116

Pillar of Respect.

Question 117

prohibits violence, humiliation, manipulation and exploitation. It reflects notions such as civility, courtesy, decency, dignity, autonomy, tolerance, and acceptance.

Answer 117

Respect

Question 118

means being in charge of our choices and, thus, our lives. It means being accountable for what we do and who we are

Answer 118

RESPONSIBILITY

Question 119

also means recognizing that our actions matter and we are morally on the hook for the consequences

Answer 119

RESPONSIBILITY

Question 120

another tricky concept, probably more subject to legitimate debate and interpretation than any other ethical value.

Answer 120

Fairness

Question 121

The basic concept seems simple, even intuitive, yet applying it in daily life can be surprisingly difficult

Answer 121

Fairness

Question 122

the heart of ethics and ethical decision-making.

Answer 122

CARING

Question 123

includes civic virtues and duties that prescribe how we ought to behave as part of a community.

Answer 123

CITIZENSHIP

Question 124

________& related terms in the Middle Ages was associated with a monk's public "profession" of a way of life that carried with it stringent moral requirements.

Answer 124

"profess"

Question 125

By a Socratic dialogue program, Philosopher_________ has derived the following definition: A profession is a number of individuals in the same occupation voluntarily organized to earn a living by openly serving a moral ideal in a morally permissible way beyond what law, market, morality, and public opinion would otherwise require.

Answer 125

Michael Davis

Question 126

is a group activity, which openly professes special knowledge, skill, and judgment. It is the occupation by which most engineers earn their living, and it is entered into voluntarily.

Answer 126

Engineering

Question 127

is the set of moral beliefs shared by almost everyone

Answer 127

Common Morality

Question 128

It is the basis, or at least the reference point, for the other two types of morality that we shall discuss.

Answer 128

Common Morality

Question 129

is the set of moral beliefs that a person holds.

Answer 129

Personal Morality

Question 130

is the set of standards adopted by professionals insofar as they view themselves acting as professionals. Every profession has its professional ethics.

Answer 130

Professional Ethics

Question 131

When a ________ or employer reveals details of a business relationship to an engineer, he can expect the engineer to keep these details in confidence, even though he knows nothing about the personal morality of the engineer.

Answer 131

Client

Question 132

The word “_______ “ is considered to be inclusive of the meaning of the word employers .”

Answer 132

clients

Question 133

provides guidance for engineers’ personal and professional conduct. The first canon of the code of ethics, holding “paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public,” should be at the forefront of all decisions, designs, and execution of responsibilities

Answer 133

ASCE Code of Ethics (Appendix A)

Question 134

Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public and shall strive to comply with the principles of sustainable development in the performance of their professional duties.

Answer 134

CANON 1

Question 135

Engineers shall perform services only in areas of their competence.

Answer 135

CANON 2

Question 136

Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.

Answer 136

CANON 3

Question 137

Engineers shall act in professional matters for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees, and shall avoid conflicts of interest.

Answer 137

CANON 4

Question 138

Engineers shall build their professional reputation on the merit of their services and shall not compete unfairly with others.

Answer 138

CANON 5

Question 139

Engineers shall act in such a manner as to uphold and enhance the honor, integrity, and dignity of the engineering profession and shall act with zero tolerance for bribery, fraud, and corruption.

Answer 139

CANON 6

Question 140

Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers, and shall provide opportunities for the professional development of those engineers under their supervision.

Answer 140

CANON 7

Question 141

addresses the procurement of civil engineering services for a quality project.

Answer 141

Manual of Professional Practice for Civil Engineers by PICE, Inc

Question 142

means of: meeting both the expectations of the client or employer; and meeting the requirements of the project.

Answer 142

QUALITY

Question 143

Civil Engineers are therefore bound by the ___________-- contained in this manual.

Answer 143

Fundamental Canons of Ethics

Question 144

The Client may suspend all or part of the Services or terminate the Agreement by written notice of ___________to the Civil Engineer who shall immediately make arrangements to stop the services and minimize further expenditure.

Answer 144

not less than 30 days

Question 145

Talents of the various discipline of Professional Civil Engineering firms

Answer 145

economists, planners engineers and designers estimators architects scientists technical analysts specification writers drafters field representatives surveyors

Question 146

one of the implementation approach used by clients wherein they retain a program manager to perform a specialized task

Answer 146

Program Management –

Question 147

who has specialized in any area of civil engineering may be considered as a specialist in the appropriate field as enumerated.

Answer 147

Civil Engineer

Question 148

____________of the life-cycle cost of most construction projects

Answer 148

not less than 1 to 2%

Question 149

protects both the client and the consultants because it may greatly reduce the potential for misunderstandings or confusion

Answer 149

Detailed scope of services

Question 150

the process through which a Civil Engineer is selected above other competitors based on a proposal or innovative approach to solving a client’s needs

Answer 150

Design Competition

Question 151

Foreign Civil Engineers are allowed by law (x_________) to practice civil engineering in the Philippines under the following instances: The laws of the foreigner’s state or country allow the citizens of the Philippines to practice civil engineering on the same basis and grant the same privileges as those enjoyed by the citizens of such foreign state or country.

Answer 151

(RA 8981)

Question 152

Agencies, organizations or individuals, whether public or private, who secure the services of a foreign Civil Engineer, are made responsible by __________ for securing a special permit from the PRC and the Department of Labor and Employment pursuant to their respective rules.

Answer 152

law (R.A. 8981- Modernization Act 2000)