Civil and structural engineers have contributed enormously to the quality of life we enjoy today. The opportunities for them in the future are expected to be even greater if the profession can adapt to the changing needs. The new challenges in the future include, among others, deteriorating infrastructure and many pressing environmental issues. New physical infrastructure, including housing, water resources, and transportation systems must be properly designed to support the rapidly growing population, without imposing more environmental impacts like in the past.
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