Civil Engineering is a branch of engineering that focuses on the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure. This includes bridges, roads, buildings, tunnels, dams, and transport systems as well as water resources management. Civil Engineering students study various disciplines such as soil mechanics, hydrology, structures, construction management, and environmental engineering. 

They are taught to understand the basic principles of physics and mathematics and how to apply them in designing safe, efficient and sustainable structures. In addition, they also learn the use of advanced technologies such as structural design and analysis software. One important aspect of Civil Engineering is the ability to identify, plan, and manage projects from inception to completion, which often involves coordination with various stakeholders, including the government, contractors, and the general public.

In the professional world, Civil Engineering graduates also play an important role in ensuring that development is carried out with environmental, sustainability and public safety aspects in mind. The major not only offers broad career prospects, but also allows graduates to play a role in creating a better world through innovative construction and infrastructure.

In addition, civil engineering also involves the study of traffic management, urban planning, and transport engineering to address issues of congestion, pollution, and environmental impact. In addition to academic mathematical and physical learning, the Civil Engineering Study Programme also implements learning on a practical scale such as:

1. Structure Analysis: The analysis and design of structures such as buildings, bridges, and towers. It involves understanding how materials such as concrete, steel, and wood behave under various load conditions. It is intended to test the feasibility of buildings before commercial use. 

2. Engineering Economics: Economic analyses in engineering decisions, including project feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, and risk evaluation. By calculating the materials required in the construction of the project as well as the spatial arrangement, it is possible to achieve efficient expenditure for the construction and arrangement project.

3. Environmental Engineering: Engineering aspects related to environmental protection, including wastewater treatment, waste management, and mitigation of environmental impacts of construction projects. It is useful that construction permits are required to include the results of field research on the impact of the building or installation on the surrounding environment, as this will affect the living environment of residents around the building such as for example; water problems and waste disposal (dry or wet waste). 

4. Soil Mechanics and Geotechnics: The study of the physical and mechanical properties of soils and how they support structures. This includes foundations, slope stability and ground improvement. By checking the soil structure prior to development, a development area can be chosen that is not only strategic, but also safe to avoid disasters such as landslides.

5. Modelling and Simulation: Civil engineers can also use computer software to model and simulate the behaviour of infrastructure structures and systems under various conditions. With 3D simulation modelling aided by software such as Blender, it is possible to achieve visible mapping of buildings, installations and their surroundings that can be presented to tenders and investors.

Civil engineering also encompasses planning, designing, and building. Transport is one important aspect of this infrastructure. Civil Engineering graduates play a role in designing and building the network of roads, bridges, tunnels, railways, airports and ports that support the transport system. They ensure that transport infrastructure is designed to optimise traffic flow, safety, efficiency and sustainability. In addition, civil engineering also involves the study of traffic management, urban planning, and transport engineering to address issues of congestion, pollution, and environmental impact. 

With the hope of a better understanding of the Civil Engineering Study Program to the community and students, Dian Nusantara University (UNDIRA) can provide insight through one of the existing Study Programs at UNDIRA. UNDIRA Civil Engineering Study Program also has a vision to produce research, excellent graduates and innovations that encourage the development of science and technology in civil engineering on a national and global scale.

In conclusion, Civil Engineering plays an important role in the development of efficient and sustainable transport. Through careful planning, innovative design, and proper construction, civil engineers ensure that transport infrastructure not only meets the mobility needs of today, but is also able to face the challenges of tomorrow. Through careful planning of the future of urban planning and development done as a student, Indonesia can build a strong foundation for future infrastructure advancements.

(Sekar Ayu Putri / Humas UNDIRA)

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