PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION

TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
BOARD: CIVIL ENGINEERING
BOARD SUBJECT: APPLIED MATHEMATICS, SURVEYING, PRINCIPLES OF TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAY ENGINEERING, CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT AND METHODS

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
WEIGHT NO. OF
COMPETENCY Easy Moderate Difficult
IN % ITEMS
K C AP AN S E
1 CALCULUS
1. Extract the derivatives and interpret
1.33 1 1
the applications of derivatives.
2. Apply methods of integration and 1.33 1 1
calculate solutions for definite integrals.
3. Examine properties of plane curves 1.33 1 1
and hyperbolic functions.
4. Determine and evaluate infinite 1.33 1 1
sequences power series and infinite series.
5. Formulate partial derivatives and 1.33 1 1
differential equations.
2 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
1. Applying integration for evaluation of
1.33 1 1
areas, volumes of revolution, force and work
2. Recall and understand solutions to 1st
1.33 1 1
order differential solutions
3. Apply systems of linear differential
1.33 1 1
equations to real world problems.
4. Explain the physical meaning of
1.33 1 1
double and triple integrals
5. Evaluate solutions to differential
1.33 1 1
equations using Laplace transforms
3 ENGINEERING DATA ANALYSIS
1. Describe data and data sets 1.33 1 1
2. Identify important discrete and
1.33 1 1
continuous distributions
3. Estimate parameters 1.33 1 1
4. Interpret linear regression equation 1.33 1 1
5. Apply stochastic processes and
1.33 1 1
queuing models
4 NUMERICAL METHODS FOR ENGINEERS
1. Review and recall concepts in linear
algebra and the physical meaning of 1.33 1 1
derivatives and integrals
2. Solve systems of linear equations 1.33 1 1
3. Use curve fitting and interpolation
1.33 1 1
methods for engineering applications
4. Apply numerical differentiation and
1.33 1 1
integration techniques
5. Evaluate ordinary differential
equations and boundary-values problems for 1.33 1 1
engineering case studies
5 PHYSICS FOR ENGINEERS
1. Apply Newton’s Law of motion to real
1.33 1 1
world problems
2. Determine work done by variable
1.33 1 1
forces, Hooke’s Law
3. Use the Law of Conservation of Energy
1.33 1 1
for engineering applications
4. Assess problems in linear and angular
1.33 1 1
momentum
5. Synthesize and develop calculus based
1.33 1 1
solutions in statics and kinematics
6 ENGINEERING ECONOMICS
1. Recognize basic concepts in
1.33 1 1
compounding and equivalence relationships
2. Compute for NPV, ROR, Payback
1.33 1 1
Period and Benefit-Cost Ratio
3. Determine optimal choice among
1.33 1 1
investment alternatives
4. Estimate equipment replacement and
1.33 1 1
retirement
5. Incorporate depreciation and taxes in
1.33 1 1
analysis
7 CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING AND LAYOUT
1. Recall fieldwork practices
(construction, survey, distance, and angle 1.33 1 1
measurements, surveying equipment)
2. Compute traverses 1.33 1 1
3. Construct and calculate horizontal and
1.33 1 1
vertical curves
4. Explain layout techniques and field
1.33 1 1
observations
5. Develop sound construction control
1.33 1 1
and methodologies
8 MATERIALS FOR CONSTRUCTION
1. Review concrete materials and
accessories, formworks, and scaffolding and 1.33 1 1
concrete reinforcement
2. Estimate concrete masonry, mortar,
1.33 1 1
grout, masonry design and erection
3. Analyze mixing, handling,
transporting, placing and consolidating 1.33 1 1
concrete
4. Determine properties of iron steel,
1.33 1 1
steel erection and construction
5. Specify lumber, plywood, glulam, and
1.33 1 1
other panels
9 HIGHWAY ENGINEERING
1. Recall highway policies and
1.33 1 1
administration
2. Review geometric design standards 1.33 1 1
3. Determine route location 1.33 1 1
4. Design and construct pavements 1.33 1 1
5. Design drainage, foundations,
1.33 1 1
embankments and cut slopes
10 CONSTRUCTION OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
1. Recall Republic Act 11058, An Act of
Strengthening Compliance Reinforcement of
1.33 1 1
Occupational Safety and Health Standard
Salient Features
2. Enumerate injury accidents, and their
causes and cost of construction worker 1.33 1 1
injuries
3. Identify problems areas in
construction safety and elements of an
1.33 1 1
effective construction health and safety
program
4. Assess safety issues on construction
contracts, safety record keeping, safety 1.33 1 1
culture and safe workers
5. Idealize Top Management Practices,
Company Activities and Safety, Project 1.33 1 1
Coordination and Construction Safety
11 TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING
1. Review concepts in urban
1.33 1 1
transportation planning
2. Analyze networks 1.33 1 1
3. Perform quantitative methods for
1.33 1 1
transportation engineering
4. Evaluate and assess intermodal
1.33 1 1
transportation networks
5. Understand methods used to prepare
building, bridge and construction cost 1.33 1 1
estimates
12 QUANTITY ENGINEERING
1. Understand methods used to prepare
building, bridge and construction cost 1.33 1 1
estimates
2. Review specifications and plans,
1.33 1 1
details
3. Analyze and derive unit costs for
1.33 1 1
labor, material and equipment
4. Apply methods of estimating for
1.33 1 1
detailed quantity surveys
5. Create summary of total project costs 1.33 1 1
13 CONSTRUCTION PRINCIPLES
1. Enumerate General Design
1.33 1 1
Requirements
2. Review general conditions of the
1.33 1 1
construction contract
3. Estimate labor, materials and other
1.33 1 1
quantities
4. Design project organization, cost
control procedures and project 1.33 1 1
documentation
5. Interpret value engineering analysis
1.33 1 1
models
14 CONSTRUCTION TRADES AND SPECIALTIES
1. Recall basic plumbing design
1.33 1 1
construction and installation
2. Classify and determine plastics for
1.33 1 1
construction
3. Select details of doors and windows
1.33 1 1
for proper application
4. Identify and select finishing materials
1.33 1 1
for construction
5. Familiarize basic electrical design,
1.33 1 1
construction and installation
15 CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENTS AND METHODS
1. Define ground engineering methods,
1.33 1 1
excavating and materials handling equipment
2. Determine concrete production and
equipment and road pavement construction 1.33 1 1
equipment and methods
3. Analyze bridge design and
1.33 1 1
construction methodologies
4. Analyze production capacities of
excavating and lifting equipment and loading 1.33 1 1
and hauling equipment
5. Evaluate compressed air and water
1.33 1 1
systems

TOTAL 100% 75 5 2 30 23 9 6
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TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
BOARD: CIVIL ENGINEERING
BOARD SUBJECT: HYDRAULICS AND PRINCIPLES OF GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
WEIGHT NO. OF
COMPETENCY Easy Moderate Difficult
IN % ITEMS
K C AP AN S E
1 FLUID MECHANICS AND HYDRAULICS
1. Fluid Properties 2% 1 1
2. Hydrostatic Pressure / Center of
16% 8 1 1 3 3
Pressure
3. Fluid Flow 12% 6 1 2 3
4. Buoyancy and Floatation 8% 4 1 1 2
5. Hydrodynamics 6% 3 1 2
6. Water Supply 8% 2 1 2 1
2 SOIL MECHANICS / GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
1. Soil Properties 8% 4 2 1 1
2. Soil Classification 4% 2 1 1
3. Permeability and Seepage 6% 3 2 1
4. Stresses in Soil Mass 12% 6 1 2 3
5. Soil Strength 4% 2 2
6. Settlement 12% 6 1 2 3
7. Foundation Engineering 2% 1 1

TOTAL 100% 50 4 5 10 21 10 0
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TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
BOARD: CIVIL ENGINEERING
BOARD SUBJECT: PRINCIPLES OF STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS AND DESIGN

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
WEIGHT NO. OF
COMPETENCY Easy Moderate Difficult
IN % ITEMS
K C AP AN S E
1 ENGINEERING MECHANICS
1. Solve for the reactive forces on a body
4% 3 3
in static equilibrium
2. Compute the friction forces resisting
4% 3 3
motion of a body in equilibrium
3. Calculate the reactive forces on the
4% 3 3
non-coplanar force system
2 STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
1. Classify the different properties of
4% 3 3
materials affecting their load capacity
2. Calculate the stresses due to axial load
4% 3 3
and flexure
3. Differentiate the stresses resulting
4% 3 3
from deformation within the elastic limit
3 THEORY OF STRUCTURES
1. Compute the maximum reactions and
4% 3 3
deflections
2. Calculate maximum and minimum
loads and forces using influence lines for 4% 3 3
different loading conditions
3. Distinguish the internal loadings
(shear, moment and torsion) developed in the 4% 3 3
structural member
4. Define the indeterminacy of the
4% 3 3
structure
5. Compute the maximum reactions with
4% 3 3
and without pattern loading
 6. Analyze the structure for maximum
4% 3 3
deflection, flexure, shear and torsion
4 REINFORCED / PRESTRESSED CONCRETE
1. Compute the load capacity of concrete
4% 3 3
beams
2. Design the flexural, shear and torsion
4% 3 3
reinforcements in concrete beams
3. Determine load capacity of concrete
4% 3 3
columns
4. Design the flexural, shear and torsion
4% 3 3
reinforcements in columns
5. Calculate the effects of pre-stressing
4% 3 3
in the member
5 STEEL, BEAMS AND COLUMNS
1. Compute the load capacity of steel
4% 3 3
beams
2. Calculate the load capacity of steel
4% 3 3
columns
3. Solve for the stresses in steel beams
4% 3 3
and columns due to eccentric loads
6 JOINTS AND CONNECTION OF MEMBERS
1. Determine bolt loads and stresses 4% 3 3
2. Determine weld loads and stresses 4% 3 3
7 FOOTINGS – ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
1. Design of spread footings 4% 3 3
2. Determine loads on piled foundations 4% 3 3
8 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND TESTING
1. Distinguish equipment and apparatus
used in testing of construction materials and 4% 3 3
proportion concrete mixes.

TOTAL 100% 75 3 3 39 3 12 9

Legend:
K – Knowledge AP – Application S - Synthesis
C - Comprehension AN – Analysis E - Evaluation