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• Title:Civil engineer's handbook of professional practice / Karen Lee Hansen and Kent E. Zenobia.
  
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• Author/Creator:Hansen, Karen Lee.
  
• Other Contributors/Collections:Zenobia, Kent.
  
• Published/Created:Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley, ©2011.
  

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  • Location:WOODWARD LIBRARY stacksWhere is this?
    
  • Call Number: TA151 .H295 2011
    
  • Number of Items:1
    
  • Status:Available
    

   
• Library of Congress Subjects:Civil engineering--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
  
• Description:xxx, 714 pages : ill ; 25 cm.
  
• Summary:There is a growing understanding that to be competitive at an international level, civil engineers not only must build on their traditional strengths in technology and science but also must acquire greater mastery of the business of civil engineering. Project management, teamwork, ethics, leadership, and communication have been defined as essential to the successful practice of civil engineering by the ASCE in the 2008 landmark publication, Civil Engineering Body of Knowledge for the 21st Century (BOK2). This single-source guide is the first to take the practical skills defined by the ASCE BOK2 and provide illuminating techniques, quotes, case examples, problems, and information to assist the reader in addressing the many challenges facing civil engineers in the real world. -- Book Description.
  
• Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
  
• ISBN:9780470438411 (cloth)
  047043841X (cloth)
  
• Contents:Machine generated contents note: ch. 1 Introduction
  Background
  Need for Accreditation
  ABET Outcomes
  American Society of Civil Engineers
  21st Century Engineer
  Goal of This Book
  Readers' Guide
  Summary
  References/Further Reading
  ch. 2 Background and History of the Profession
  Background
  Civil Engineering as a Profession
  Civil Engineering's Historical Inheritance
  Ancient Engineers
  Persian Engineers
  Greek Engineers
  Roman Engineers
  Indian Engineers
  Chinese Engineers
  African Engineers
  American Engineers
  Engineering in Medieval Times
  Engineering in the Renaissance and the Age of Enlightenment
  Industrial Revolution
  Modern Civil Engineering
  Civil Engineering Education
  Civil Engineering Careers
  Summary
  References
  ch. 3 Ethics 63
  Introduction
  Defining the Engineer's Ethical Code
  American Council of Engineering Companies Ethical Conduct Guidelines
  ACEC Guidelines
  American Society of Civil Engineers Code of Ethics
  ASCE Code of Ethics
  Guidelines to Practice under the Fundamental Canons of Ethics
  National Society of Professional Engineers Code of Ethics
  NSPE Code of Ethics for Engineers
  International Federation of Consulting Engineers
  Important and Relevant Policy Statements by ASCE and NSPE
  ASCE Policy Statement 376-Continuing Education in Ethics Training
  ASCE Resolution 502-Professional Ethics and Conflict of Interest
  ASCE Policy Statement 433-Use of the Term "Engineer"
  NSPE Position on Potential Incidents of the Unlicensed Practice
  Case Studies
  Citations Issued to Board Licensees
  NSPE Ethics Case Study
  Summary
  References
  ch. 4 Professional Engagement
  Introduction
  Qualifications-Based Selection-The Federal Government Process
  Development of a Short List
  Interviews/Discussions with Firms
  Ranking of the Top Three Firms
  Negotiation with the Top-Ranked Firm
  Fee-Based Selection
  6 Percent Fee Limitation on Federal Design Contracts-Excerpts from ACEC
  Writing Engineering Proposals
  Problem Identification
  Background Knowledge, Teamwork, and Scope of Work
  Client Requirements and Constraints
  Clear Communication
  Technical Alternatives
  Alternative Evaluation
  Design, Plans, Specifications, and Cost Estimates
  Construction Assistance, Monitoring, and Management
  Start-Up and/or Operations and Maintenance Assistance
  Scheduling
  Contract
  Budgeting
  Enhancing the Engineering Firm's Probability for a Successful Professional Engagement
  Working Examples of RFPs
  Typical Civil Engineering Example RFP
  Summary
  References
  ch. 5 Engineer's Role in Project Development
  Background
  Participants in the Process-The Players
  Flow of Work
  Predesign
  Design
  Design Process
  Design during Bid and Construction
  Postconstruction Activity
  Summary
  References
  ch. 6 What Engineers Deliver
  Background
  Contract Documents
  Drawings
  Specifications
  Specification Format
  Methods of Specifying
  Drawings and Specifications-Final Thoughts
  Technical Memos and Reports
  Calculations
  Other Deliverables
  Summary
  References
  ch. 7 Executing a Professional Commission-Project Management
  Introduction
  Project Management Background
  Discipline, But Not a Theory
  Basics of Project Management
  Definition of a Project
  Scope/Schedule/Budget Triangular Relationship
  Major Parties on a Project
  Owner's Role
  Designer's Role
  Contractor's Role
  Brief Summary of the Basics
  Project Sectors
  Project Teams
  Project Initiation
  Project Estimates
  Early Estimates
  Project Budget Estimates
  Project Management Plan Components
  Plan Purpose
  Staff Selection Guidelines for the PM
  Project and Client Needs
  Staff Availability
  Previous Experience and Qualifications
  Staff Development
  Project Budgets and/or Staff Rates
  Project Manager's Responsibilities
  PM's Time Commitment
  Work Breakdown Structure
  Tracking Methods
  Project Risk Management
  Design Coordination
  Team Management
  Evaluation of Design Effectiveness
  Summary
  References
  ch. 8 Permitting
  Introduction
  Accept the Requirements for Permits
  Respect the Staff Implementing the Permits
  Initiate the Permitting Processing Early
  Managing Permits
  Streamlining Permits
  Sample Permit Table
  Summary
  References
  ch. 9 Client Relationship and Business Development
  Introduction
  Foundation of a Lasting Relationship
  Building upon the Relationship-The Superstructure
  Maintaining the Relationship
  Cultivating Business Opportunities
  Business Development
  Conflict Management
  4 Cs of Conflict Management
  Summary
  References
  ch. 10 Leadership
  Introduction
  Leadership Styles
  Autocratic Leadership
  Democratic Leadership
  Deiegative Leadership
  Tools for Leadership and Management
  Planning
  Organizing
  Leading
  Controlling
  Four Quadrants of Effective Leadership
  Strategic Leadership
  Financial Leadership
  Technical Leadership
  Marketing Leadership
  Public Service (for Government Employees) or Marketing Leadership (for Consulting Engineers)
  Secret Recipe for an Effective Leader
  Summary
  References
  ch. 11 Legal Aspects of Professional Practice
  Introduction
  U.S. Legal System
  Statutes
  Common Law
  Tort Law
  Negligence
  Strict Liability
  Warranty
  Deceit
  Defamation
  Unfair Competition
  Statutes of Limitation and Repose
  Contract Law
  Contract Formation
  Contract Wording
  Typical Contract Formats
  Contract Interpretation
  Contracts in Project Delivery
  Project Delivery Systems
  Procurement Method
  Contract Format
  Risk Management
  Dealing with Risk in General
  Establish a Risk Management Program
  Insurance and Bonds
  Professional Liability Insurance Industry
  Liability Insurance Coverage
  Bonds
  Dispute Resolution
  Civil Litigation
  Alternative Dispute Resolution
  Mediation
  Arbitration
  Mini-Trial
  Dispute Review Board
  Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Diversity
  U.S. Anti-Discrimination Laws
  Enforcement of Anti-Discrimination Laws
  Affirmative Action Requirements
  Summary
  References
  ch. 12 Managing the Civil Engineering Enterprise
  Introduction
  Influence of Economics on Project Development
  Go/No-Go Decision Process
  Overhead and Direct Labor
  Multipliers
  Financial Reporting
  Income Statement (Profit and Loss)
  Statement of Financial Position (Balance Sheet)
  Professional Human Resources Management
  Career Planning and Execution
  Specialization
  Certification and Registration
  Professional Services Marketing
  Resume Updates
  Project Descriptions
  Business Planning
  Professional Business Development
  Professional and Trade Organization Activities
  Voluntary Activities and Sponsorship
  Summary
  References
  ch. 13 Communicating as a Professional Engineer
  Introduction
  Communication Conduits
  E-mail Usage and Limitations
  Use Clear Subject Lines
  Conflict Resolution
  4 Cs of Conflict Resolution
  Behaviorial Characteristics of Team Members, Friends, or Family
  Typical Report Format
  Typical Report Sections or Chapters
  Useful Forms for the Engineer
  Sample PowerPoint Presentation
  Summary
  References
  ch. 14 Having a Life
  Introduction
  Mind
  Command Center of the Body and Our Inner Self
  What About Stress?
  Stress Response
  Body
  Eat Well-The Balanced Diet
  Sleep Well-Save Space for Dreams
  Exercise Well-A Healthy Body Will Facilitate a Healthy Mind
  Spirit
  Effective Combination of Mind, Body, and Spirit
  Laugh and Have Fun
  Laughing-Don't Be Too Serious
  Personalize Your Fun Time
  Self-Assessment Test-Please Challenge Yourself
  Mind: What Do You Think, Really?
  Body: How Does Your Body Feel, Really?
  Spirit: How Do You Feel, Really?
  Analysis of the Assessment Test
  On a Scale of 1 to 10
  Summary
  References
  ch. 15 Globalization
  Introduction
  Globalization Process
  Global Climate Change-A World View and a State Perspective
  Potential Global Impacts
  Potential Impacts on California and the Western States
  Preliminary Recommendations
  Outcomes of Globalization and Climate Change
  Summary
  References
  ch. 16 Sustainability
  Introduction
  Sustainability Defined
  Sustainable Engineering
  Systems Thinking
  Ecodesign
  Toward New Values and Processes
  Expanded Project Delivery Process
  Integrative Approaches
  Sustainable Design and Materials Strategies
  Sustainable Design Strategy
  Lifecycle Cost Analysis
  Costs
  Residual Value
  Study Period
  Discount Rate
  Constant versus Current Dollars
  Present Value
  Future Costs
  Alternatives
  Limitations of LCCA
  Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
  Future Directions
  Summary
  References
  ch. 17 Emerging Technologies
  Introduction
  Nature of Change
  Information Technology-Enabled Process Change
  Early Developments
  Building Information Modeling
  Integrated Project Delivery
  FIATECH Roadmap-An Organizing Principle
  Engineering Thinking
  Summary
  References.