Three-Month Review Guide for the Civil Engineering Licensure Exam

Three-Month Review Guide for the Civil
Engineering Licensure Exam
Prepared for PRC Civil Engineering Examinees
February 23, 2025

1 Introduction
This guide provides a structured three-month review plan based on the offi
cial syllabi for the Civil Engineering Licensure Examination as promulgated by
the PRC. It divides the topics into manageable weekly study sessions to help
examinees thoroughly prepare for the exam.

2 Review Plan Overview
The licensure exam covers the following major subjects:
• Mathematics and Surveying
• Hydraulics
• Design and Construction
Each week is dedicated to specific topics within these subjects, ensuring a
comprehensive review.

3 Three-Month Study Plan
3.1 Month 1: Fundamentals and Core Concepts
3.1.1 Week 1: Algebra, Trigonometry, and Calculus
• Algebraic expressions, equations, and inequalities
• Logarithmic and exponential functions
• Trigonometric identities and equations
• Cartesian and polar coordinates, conic sections
• Differential and integral calculus
• Application of derivatives and integrals

3.1.2 Week 2: Surveying Concepts and Basic Measurements
• Surveying instruments and operations
• Distance, angle, and direction measurements
• Leveling and traversing
• Computation of land areas
• Triangulation and astronomical observations
3.1.3 Week 3: Engineering Economy and Statistics
• Time value of money
• Selection among alternatives
• Probability and statistics in civil engineering applications
3.1.4 Week 4: Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics
• Properties of fluids and fluid statics
• Fluid flow concepts, steady flow in open channels
• Dimensional analysis and similitude
• Hydrology: precipitation, runoff, groundwater
3.2 Month 2: Structural and Design Concepts
3.2.1 Week 5: Statics and Dynamics of Rigid Bodies
• Force systems and equilibrium
• Truss analysis (joints, sections)
• Beam reactions, shear, and bending moment diagrams
• Free body diagrams, frictional forces
3.2.2 Week 6: Mechanics of Materials
• Stresses and strains in materials
• Axial loads, torsion, and flexural stresses
• Principal stresses, shear center
• Beam deflections and stability (buckling)

3.2.3 Week 7: Structural Analysis and Design
• Load analysis: dead, live, wind, and earthquake loads
• Influence lines, frame analysis
• Stiffness and flexibility methods
3.2.4 Week 8: Timber, Steel, and Reinforced Concrete Structures
• Design of timber members and connections
• Steel structures: beams, columns, connections
• Reinforced concrete: flexural analysis, shear, development length
• Foundation engineering: soil classification, bearing capacity
3.3 Month 3: Application and Exam Readiness
3.3.1 Week 9: Transportation and Environmental Engineering
• Highway and traffic engineering
• Airport and port design
• Water supply and wastewater treatment
• Drainage and flood control structures
3.3.2 Week 10: Construction Management and Contracts
• Engineering ethics
• Contracts and specifications
• Construction planning and scheduling (PERT/CPM)
• Project cost estimation and equipment management
3.3.3 Week 11: Mock Exams and Problem-Solving
• Practice exams covering all major subjects
• Time management strategies for the licensure exam
• Review of common problem-solving techniques
3.3.4 Week 12: Final Review and Weak Area Focus
• Identify weak subjects and revisit key concepts
• Solve previous licensure exam questions
• Mental preparation and test-taking strategies

4 Exam Day Reminders
• The exam is closed book and closed notes.
• Bring only allowed scientific calculators (programmable calculators are not
permitted).
• Allocate time wisely for answering each section.
• Use computation and scratch sheets effectively.
• Stay calm and confident during the exam.

5 Conclusion
This review plan ensures full coverage of the Civil Engineering Licensure Exam
syllabus within three months. Consistent study, problem-solving practice, and
mock exams will greatly enhance your preparedness.