No, it’s not a nightmare; it’s just that time of year again – your first year of engineering studies at the University of Auckland is about to wrap up, and it’s time to face those semester two exams. If you’re feeling a mixture of anticipation and anxiety, you’re not alone. But here’s the good news:…Continue Reading Wrap up: exam season
Intro The first semester of your Civil/Structural engineering journey might have feel like a daunting uphill climb with its heavy theoretical load. But let me assure you, Semester 2 is a breath of fresh air! In this blog post, we’ll delve into what makes this semester enjoyable and why it’s worth looking forward to. In…Continue Reading Discovering New Horizons in Semester 2: A Glimpse of the courses
Welcome back, folks! I hope you had a fantastic midsem break to recharge. Today, I’m here to discuss a compelling topic: Why choose Civil/Structural Engineering? Ever dreamed of driving past a magnificent building you helped design and proudly pointing it out? Do you wish to unravel the mysteries of construction construction sites and really understand…Continue Reading Why you should choose Civil/Structural!
So, you’re at that crucial crossroads where you’re eyeing the fields of Civil and Structural Engineering, yet you’re grappling with understanding the differences that set the two apart. Hey, we’ve all been there! If you’re seeking clarity, you’re in for a treat as we construct an understanding of the two disciplines. First off, let’s get…Continue Reading Civil, Structural – Whats different !?
Part II Semester 1…. Well you’re probably wondering how the Civil program is structured….. Heres a rundown of Part II Semester 1: Two Civil papers (Civil 203& Civil 203). A structural paper (Strcteng 200), and a general engineering paper (Engsci 211). Allow me to break them down for you. ENGSCI 211 (Mathematical Modelling II aka…Continue Reading Part II Semester 1 overview
Welcome to my blog! I’m Alex, currently in my second year specialised in Civil Engineering. It feels like just yesterday where I was in your shoes completing Part I. My academic journey began at Rosmini College on the North Shore where in Year 13, I discovered my passion for technology and Earth & Space science,…Continue Reading Backstory and Intro – Why did I choose Civil?
Civil is Broad! One of the main appeals of civil engineering is undoubtedly its flexibility. Water, transport, environment, geotechnical, construction and everything in between. But with so many options, which is the right one for you? My opinion? Just decide later! Throughout your civil engineering degree, you’ll be exposed to many different courses that cover…Continue Reading Career in Civil: What type of jobs can you get?
It seems like all that everyone talks about is internship. If the prospect of applying to lots of companies, knowing you have very little to offer, is daunting to you, welcome to Part II Engineering! My Experience Internship hunting is hard, especially for someone who has only worked in a family business and never had…Continue Reading Internship hunt as a second year civil student!
If I am to describe the second semester for Civil and Structural engineering in one word, it would be “teamwork”. In contrast to the calculation-heavy semester one, semester two revolves around group projects and reports. There are fewer assignments but each assignment is worth a lot in terms of grade and almost always involves other…Continue Reading Everything you need to know about Second Sem Civil and Structural!
A wise man once said, “If you squeeze information in, you squeeze your audience out”. So here’s a “concise” blog about roughly what we learned in each course in the first semester. CIVIL 203 – The half survey and half transport course The first half of the semester was solely dedicated to geomatics, i.e. surveying….Continue Reading What do you actually study? Sem One Edition