January 24, 2026

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Civil Engineering Graduates Job Readiness

by Admin082

Welcome to your Civil Engineering Graduates Job Readiness Test

Instructions:

  • This is a FREE online test
  • Total number of questions: 20
  • Time allotted: 20 minutes
  • Each question carries 1 mark, no negative marks
  • DO NOT refresh the page
  • All the best!
1. 
What is the main purpose of a reinforced concrete beam in structural engineering?

2. 
What is the primary function of a retaining wall?

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3. 
Which of the following tests is used to determine the workability of concrete?

4. 
Question 4 What is the characteristic strength of concrete?

5. 
Which soil type has the highest bearing capacity?

6. 
In the design of a one-way slab, what is the primary direction of load transfer?

7. 
What is the primary function of stirrups in a reinforced concrete beam?

8. 
Which of the following is a non-destructive test to assess the quality of concrete?

9. 
What is the main purpose of using admixtures in concrete?

10. 
What is the unit weight of reinforced concrete?

11. 
Which method is used to determine the in-situ density of soil?

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12. 
What is the main factor affecting the shrinkage of concrete?

13. 
Which of the following is used to measure the compressive strength of concrete?

14. 
What is the purpose of curing concrete?

15. 
Which of the following is not a type of foundation?

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16. 
What does the term "aggregate gradation" refer to?

17. 
In which type of construction project is pre-stressed concrete commonly used?

18. 
What is the main advantage of using a flyover in urban areas?

19. 
Which of the following is a sustainable building material?

20. 
What does the term "factor of safety" mean in structural engineering?

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