Civil engineering is the branch of engineering that includes the design, construction, and maintenance of the physically and naturally built environment. This includes many public works like bridges, roads, canals, reservoirs, and much more. Civil engineers work for the good of the community and people in the area where they work. They are committed to finding solutions for environmental and similar issues that will ultimately benefit the public. Civil engineers work for the health and safety of the public and bring new ideas to help the community.
Materials engineering is the study of materials and how to apply physical, chemical and biological knowledge to understand the properties of materials, and use this knowledge to improve existing materials and make existing materials more suitable for different needs and different problems.