adhesion. n. 1. the quality or condition of sticking together or holding fast. 2. ability to make firm contact without skidding or slipping. 3. attachment or fidelity, as to a political party, cause, etc.
Civil engineers typically do the following: 1  Analyze long range plans, survey reports, maps, and other data in order to plan projects. 2  Consider construction costs, government regulations, potential environmental hazards, and other factors in planning the stages of, and risk analysis for, a project.
So what does a civil engineer do, exactly? Civil engineering isn't all about fancy buildings â here's a guide to the skills you need and what you can expect from a career in the industry. Civil engineering isnât all about fancy buildings â it's about maintaining vital infrastructure too. Photograph: Lewis Whyld/PA.