Structural and Geotechnical Design

Structural and Geotechnical Design Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 15 Jul 2025

Q. What is your area of interest in civil engineering and what are you good at?

Ans.

I excel in structural analysis and design, focusing on innovative solutions for sustainable infrastructure projects.

  • Proficient in using software like SAP2000 and ETABS for structural modeling.

  • Experience in designing earthquake-resistant structures, ensuring safety and compliance.

  • Skilled in conducting load analysis and material selection for optimal performance.

  • Worked on a project involving the retrofitting of an old bridge to enhance its load capacity.

Q. A cantilever slab in poor condition is propped up by a bamboo stick. Is this an appropriate solution?

Ans.

NO

  • Propping a dilapidated cantilever slab with a bamboo stick is not the right thing to do.

  • The slab should be inspected by a qualified structural engineer to assess its condition and determine the appropriate course of action.

  • Propping the slab with a bamboo stick is a temporary and potentially dangerous solution that does not address the underlying structural issues.

  • The slab may require repairs or reinforcement to ensure its stability and prolong its life.

  • Ignoring the proper a...read more

Structural and Geotechnical Design Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers

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Q. Does the shape, mass, and stiffness distribution in a building affect its EQ response? Explain.

Ans.

Yes

  • The shape of a building affects its EQ response as it determines the distribution of forces during an earthquake.

  • Buildings with irregular shapes are more susceptible to structural damage.

  • Mass distribution influences the building's natural frequency and its ability to dissipate seismic energy.

  • Stiffness distribution affects the distribution of forces and the building's overall response to ground motion.

  • Buildings with concentrated stiffness in certain areas may experience loc...read more

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