Unit group 2142

PSOC Unit group 2142 — Civil engineers

Civil engineers conduct research, advise on, design, and direct construction; manage the operation and maintenance of civil engineering structures; or study and advise on technological aspects of particular materials. Their tasks include: a) conducting research and developing new or improved theories and methods related to civil engineering; b) advising on and designing structures such as bridges, dams, docks, roads, airports, railways, canals, pipelines, waste-disposal and flood-control systems, and industrial and other large buildings; c) determining and specifying construction methods, materials and quality standards, and directing construction work; d) establishing control systems to ensure efficient functioning of structures as well as safety and environmental protection; e) organizing and directing maintenance and repair of existing civil engineering structures; f) analyzing the behavior of soil and rock when placed under pressure by proposed structures and designing structural foundations; g) analyzing the stability of structures and testing the behavior and durability of materials used in their construction. Examples of the occupations classified here: Aerodrome construction engineer, Airport engineer, Bridge/drainage engineer, Building construction engineer, Civil engineer, Cost engineer, Geotechnical engineer, Geodetic engineer, Highway and street construction engineer, Hydraulic engineer, Railway construction engineer, Site engineer, Soil mechanics engineer, Structural engineer Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Civil engineering project manager - 1323, Geoscientist - 2114, Metallurgist - 2146, Mining engineer - 2146, Town and traffic planners - 2164

Level Unit group
Code 2142
Children 0
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Civil engineers conduct research, advise on, design, and direct construction; manage the operation and maintenance of civil engineering structures; or study and advise on technological aspects of particular materials. Their tasks include: a) conducting research and developing new or improved theories and methods related to civil engineering; b) advising on and designing structures such as bridges, dams, docks, roads, airports, railways, canals, pipelines, waste-disposal and flood-control systems, and industrial and other large buildings; c) determining and specifying construction methods, materials and quality standards, and directing construction work; d) establishing control systems to ensure efficient functioning of structures as well as safety and environmental protection; e) organizing and directing maintenance and repair of existing civil engineering structures; f) analyzing the behavior of soil and rock when placed under pressure by proposed structures and designing structural foundations; g) analyzing the stability of structures and testing the behavior and durability of materials used in their construction. Examples of the occupations classified here: Aerodrome construction engineer, Airport engineer, Bridge/drainage engineer, Building construction engineer, Civil engineer, Cost engineer, Geotechnical engineer, Geodetic engineer, Highway and street construction engineer, Hydraulic engineer, Railway construction engineer, Site engineer, Soil mechanics engineer, Structural engineer Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Civil engineering project manager - 1323, Geoscientist - 2114, Metallurgist - 2146, Mining engineer - 2146, Town and traffic planners - 2164

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Engineering professionals (excluding electrotechnology).

Selection note

How to choose it

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Engineering professionals (excluding electrotechnology) grouping.

FAQ

What does PSOC 2142 cover?

Civil engineers conduct research, advise on, design, and direct construction; manage the operation and maintenance of civil engineering structures; or study and advise on technological aspects of particular materials. Their tasks include: a) conducting research and developing new or improved theories and methods related to civil engineering; b) advising on and designing structures such as bridges, dams, docks, roads, airports, railways, canals, pipelines, waste-disposal and flood-control systems, and industrial and other large buildings; c) determining and specifying construction methods, materials and quality standards, and directing construction work; d) establishing control systems to ensure efficient functioning of structures as well as safety and environmental protection; e) organizing and directing maintenance and repair of existing civil engineering structures; f) analyzing the behavior of soil and rock when placed under pressure by proposed structures and designing structural foundations; g) analyzing the stability of structures and testing the behavior and durability of materials used in their construction. Examples of the occupations classified here: Aerodrome construction engineer, Airport engineer, Bridge/drainage engineer, Building construction engineer, Civil engineer, Cost engineer, Geotechnical engineer, Geodetic engineer, Highway and street construction engineer, Hydraulic engineer, Railway construction engineer, Site engineer, Soil mechanics engineer, Structural engineer Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Civil engineering project manager - 1323, Geoscientist - 2114, Metallurgist - 2146, Mining engineer - 2146, Town and traffic planners - 2164

Where is PSOC 2142 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Engineering professionals (excluding electrotechnology).

How do I choose PSOC 2142 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Engineering professionals (excluding electrotechnology) grouping.