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A Self-Learning Manual - Institution of Engineers Mauritius

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A <strong>Self</strong>-<strong>Learning</strong> <strong>Manual</strong><br />

Mastering Different Fields <strong>of</strong> Civil Engineering Works (VC-Q&A Method) Vincent T. H. CHU<br />

<strong>Engineers</strong> are recommended to go through Level One as the first step,<br />

followed by Level Two if they have sufficient time.<br />

1.2.5 Q&A Format<br />

All questions are designed and tailor-made based on the following rules:<br />

(a) They are not common, simple and easy questions; instead most <strong>of</strong> the<br />

questions are frequently-asked-questions raised by engineers who mostly<br />

ail to find out the answers.<br />

(b) They bring out the key issues and points <strong>of</strong> a particular subject<br />

(c) The questions are those that a specialist in different fields may ask<br />

(d) They allow engineers to understand why a particular subject is relevant<br />

in practice<br />

There is flow from question to question and it is highly recommended to<br />

read the questions sequentially.<br />

1.3 <strong>Learning</strong> Steps<br />

Step 1. Select a Module (i.e. a particular field <strong>of</strong> civil engineering)<br />

Step 2. Read through the Objectives to understand the topics that are<br />

covered by the Module.<br />

Step 3. Select a Part in Level One<br />

Step 4. Read all questions sequentially in the sub-topic<br />

Step 5. Select a Part in Level Two<br />

Step 6. Read all questions sequentially in the sub-topic<br />

1.4 Merits <strong>of</strong> VC-Q&A Method<br />

(a) Effectiveness and Efficiency in <strong>Learning</strong><br />

This method is a very effective and efficient in mastering different<br />

disciplines <strong>of</strong> civil engineering in shortest possible time. The question<br />

format is easy to read and digest and points out the key answers and<br />

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