CEE 101 — Introduction to Civil Engineering

About this course

CEE 101 Introduction to Civil Engineering is a 100 Level course in the Civil Engineering department, taught in the First Semester. On La-Net Hub you can watch all 21 recorded lectures for free, grouped into 7 series, read the course lecture note online or download it as a PDF, and test yourself with practice questions.

Foundations and evolution of civil engineering

Civil engineering is one of the oldest engineering disciplines, rooted in humanity’s need to build shelters, roads, bridges, water systems, and other essential infrastructure for growing societies. Its foundations can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome, where early engineers developed innovative construction techniques and monumental structures. Over time, civil engineering evolved through advances in mathematics, materials science, and technology, leading to the development of modern infrastructure systems. Today, the field encompasses the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of structures and public works, integrating sustainable practices, digital tools, and innovative materials to address the complex challenges of urbanization, environmental protection, and economic development.

Lectures in this course

Series 1: Foundations and evolution of civil engineering

1. CEE 101 M SERIES 1.1 9 minutes 2 seconds
2. CEE 101 M SERIES 1.2 10 minutes 29 seconds
3. CEE 101 M SERIES 1.3 9 minutes 12 seconds

Series 2: Foundations and Evolution of Civil Engineering (series 1)

1. Foundations and Evolution of Civil Engineering 1 9 minutes 2 seconds
2. Foundations and Evolution of Civil Engineering 2 10 minutes 29 seconds
3. Foundations and Evolution of Civil Engineering 3 9 minutes 12 seconds

Series 3: Branches and specialisations in civil engineering (series 2)

1. Branches and specialisations in civil engineering 1 8 minutes 19 seconds
2. Branches and specialisations in civil engineering 2 9 minutes 57 seconds
3. Branches and specialisations in civil engineering 3 9 minutes 57 seconds

Series 4: Tools, Techniques, and Materials in civil Engineering practice (series 3)

1. Tools, Techniques, and Materials in civil Engineering practice 1 7 minutes 22 seconds
2. Tools, Techniques, and Materials in civil Engineering practice 2 9 minutes 55 seconds
3. Tools, Techniques, and Materials in civil Engineering practice 3 12 minutes 9 seconds

Series 5: Civil Engineering Drawing of Infrastructural Works (series 4)

1. Civil Engineering Drawing of Infrastructural Works 1 7 minutes 49 seconds
2. Civil Engineering Drawing of Infrastructural Works2 10 minutes 43 seconds
3. Civil Engineering Drawing of Infrastructural Works 3 9 minutes 8 seconds

Series 6: Design and Structural Analysis in Civil Engineering (series 4)

1. Design and Structural Analysis in Civil Engineering 1 7 minutes 6 seconds
2. Design and Structural Analysis in Civil Engineering 2 10 minutes 38 seconds
3. Design and Structural Analysis in Civil Engineering 3 7 minutes 59 seconds

Series 7: Construction Management and Professional Practice (series 5)

1. Construction Management and Professional Practice 1 8 minutes 31 seconds
2. Construction Management and Professional Practice 2 12 minutes 42 seconds
3. Construction Management and Professional Practice 3 11 minutes 52 seconds

Lecture note

Read the full CEE 101 lecture note online or download the PDF.

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