what is a civil engineer? one of the oldest types of engineering works on public works projects...

What is a civil engineer?

• One of the oldest types of engineering

• Works on public works projects

• Projects help community

College Background

• Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from George Washington University

• Master of Science in civil engineering with specialty in environmental engineering from the University of Maryland College Park

Steps to Become an engineer

• Must be good in math and science

• Worked at engineering consulting firm-CDM (Camp Dresser Mckee)

• Worked in coop at GW• Worked for US army

corps of engineers• Now works for city of

Rockville in dept. of public work

Why civil engineering

• Originally wanted to be biomed engineer

• No strong biomed programs at the time

• Noticed civil engineers can do things with environment such as water treatment

Past Projects

• Design of 12 inch water main

• Sewer projects• Cleaning up

hazardous materials waste site

• Uses GIS CAD for computer design

Outside Work

• Has two kids in middle school

• Has been able to arrange schedule so she is home for kids

• Very happy with her job