COREN APTITUDE TEST

The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) plays a crucial role in ensuring professional standards in engineering. Preparing for the COREN exam is an important step for engineering students and graduates who want to become registered engineers.

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1. A cantilever of length 4m carries a uniformly distributed load of 1 kN/m run over the whole length and a point load of 2kN at a distance of 1m from the free end. The maximum bending moment will be

-14 kNm

-12 kNm

12 kNm

14 kNm

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2. Which of these is NOT a part of the UN's SDGs

Reduced Equalities

Zero Poverty

Life below water

Life on Land

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3. In what situation might an engineer's decision be influenced by conflicting interests?

When the engineer prioritizes public safety over cost.

When the engineer discloses all potential conflicts to clients.

When the engineer's decisions favor their own financial gain.

When the engineer collaborates with peers on a project.

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4. What does BIM stand for in engineering?

Building Introduction Model

Building Infromation Modelling

Building Information Modelling

Building Information Model

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5. Which of the following measures help reduce road accidents on highways?

Providing adequate street lighting

Installing proper road signage

Encourage Selling of Items along the Highway

Implementing speed limits based on road conditions

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6. Which of the following factors influence the selection of highway pavement materials?

Traffic load and volume

Subgrade soil properties

Availability of Labour

Climatic Condition

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7. How should engineers handle confidential information gained during professional work?

Publicly disclose it if they believe it serves the public interest.

Share it with trusted colleagues regardless of confidentiality agreements

Use it for personal gain after leaving the company.

Maintain confidentiality unless legally required to disclose it.

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8. What does CAD stand for in engineering?

Computer-Aided Drafting

Computer-Aided Design

Civil Architectural Design

Computer-Aided Drawing

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9. In structural analysis, which force causes twisting in beams?

Bending Moment

Torsional Moment

Deflection

Shear force

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10. What year was COREN established?

1992

1970

1980

1965

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11. What does this Traffic Sign mean?

U-turn

No U-turn

One way Traffic

No Overtaking

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12. Which of these mix ratio is likely to be the most dense

1:1:2

1:3:6

1:1.5:3

1:2:4

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13. What is the key function of a drainage system in road design?

Increase road width

Improve vehicle speed

Reduce road surface temperature

Prevent flooding and water-logging

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14. Why is it important for engineers to avoid deception in public statements?

To maintain a competitive edge.

To ensure that clients remain satisfied regardless of the truth.

To uphold integrity and trust in the engineering profession.

To protect proprietary information.

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15. What is the main purpose of scaffolding in construction?

Avoid Traps and Fall on Site

Support construction workers and materials

Support construction cooking staff

None of the above

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16. What is the most common type of footing in shallow foundations?

Strip Foundation

Combined Footing

Strap Foundation

Isolated Pad Foundation

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17. What does AEC stand for in engineering?

Architecture Construction Engineering

Architect, Engineers in Construction

Architecture, Engineering and Construction

Agriculture Engineering and Construction

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18. What is the primary function of asphalt in road construction?

To allow water drainage

To bind aggregate particles together

To increase road height

To reduce noise pollution

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19. What is the primary purpose of road pavement layers?

Reduce road costs

Improve drainage

Beautify the road

Provide structural support and durability

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20. What action can COREN take against an erring engineer?

Suspend them without investigation

Suspend them through an Investigation Panel

Conduct an investigation through an Investigation Panel

Conduct an investigation through the police

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21. Which of the following engineering solutions is most suitable for mitigating an obstruction to the free flow of traffic?

Installation of Traffic Lights and Signals

Construction of a Bridge

Creating alternative road networks

Reducing the Number of Lanes

Construction of a Flyover or Overpass

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22. Which of these is a key feature of prestressed concrete?

It is primarily used in low-load applications

It resists tensile stress effectively

It is lighter than reinforced concrete

It does not require reinforcement

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23. What is the implication of engineers performing services only in areas of their competence?

Engineers should avoid projects that could potentially harm the public.

Engineers must seek additional training before taking on new types of projects.

Engineers can delegate tasks outside their competence to others.

Engineers can take on any project as long as they are honest.

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24. Why is constant educational renewal emphasized for members of the COREN professional body?

To ensure they are aware of the latest technology and professional standards

To prepare them for retirement

To ensure they are NOT aware of the latest technology and professional standards

To maintain their current job positions

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25. Which of these are NOT Generative AI tools

Stealthwriter AI

Quilbot

Ellicit AI

Gemini AI

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26. How many SDGs were set by the United Nations to be achieved by 2050

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27. What does a geotechnical investigation determine?

Construction cost estimates

Soil and foundation characteristics

Material Sourcing

Site location suitability

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28. What is the full meaning of COREN?

Council for Registration of Engineering in Nigeria

Commission for Research in Engineering Networks

Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria

Commission for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria

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29. How does sponsorship by a company for attending seminars create a potential conflict of interest for engineers?

Engineers may receive certifications through these seminars.

The company could influence engineers to promote its products over others, similar to perks given to physicians by drug companies.

Engineers may gain knowledge about new technologies.

Engineers can network with industry leaders.

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30. Which are important considerations for designing a highway drainage system?

Proper slope for water runoff

Poor slope for water runoff

Selection of permeable materials for water infiltration

Use of culverts and side drains

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31. What does this Traffic Sign mean?

No Overtaking

No red cars allowed

No Overspeeding

No Undertaking

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32. Which of the following Documents is not required to get building approval for structures less than 4 floors

Mechanical and Electrical Drawings

Corrected Stamped And Sealed Structural Drawings

Corrected Stamped And Sealed Architectural Drawings

Letter of supervison from a COREN registered engineer for the structural drawings

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33. Which method is commonly used to purify water in treatment plants?

Electrolysis

Sedimentation

Filteration

Chlorination

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34. In what way does society grant a monopoly to a professional body?

By providing funding for engineering companies alone

By enacting laws that restrict practice to registered members only

By allowing multiple organizations to certify professionals

By promoting free competition among all practitioners

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35. If an engineer believes their design is too costly but fears compromising public safety by reducing costs, what is the primary conflict they face?

Ensuring profitability while maintaining quality standards.

Meeting client expectations versus adhering to ethical standards.

Balancing personal financial gain with public safety concerns.

Compromising on design principles to save costs.

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36. Which of the following principles is considered the highest priority for professional engineers according to Engineering Ethics?

Issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner

Perform services only in areas of their competence

Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public

Conduct themselves in such a way as to always enhance the reputation of the profession

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37. What are the key factors in designing a safe and efficient highway curve?

Adequate sight distance

Sufficient curve radius

Proper superelevation

Poor road profiling

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38. Which of these is NOT a feature of a good Maintenance Management Software Utility

Automates the creation, scheduling, and tracking of maintenance tasks, ensuring efficient workflow and minimizing manual errors

MMS primarily focuses on handling employee salaries and wages rather than asset maintenance, work orders, and equipment tracking

Helps schedule routine inspections and uses data analytics to predict potential failures, preventing unexpected breakdowns and extending equipment lifespan.

Allows organizations to monitor the status, history, and performance of assets, ensuring timely maintenance and reducing downtime

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39. Which of these is NOT a part of the UN's SDGs

Affordable and Clean Energy

Good health and Wellbeing

Actions on Climate

Reduced Hunger

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40. What is the main cause of settlement in structures?

Poor foundation design

Expansion of construction materials

Weak foundation soil

High humidity levels

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41. Which of these is NOT a part of the UN's SDGs

Irresponsible Consumption and Production

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Decent work and Economic Growth

Partnership for the goals

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42. What is the minimum post-graduate experience required for COREN registration?

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43. In what situation might an engineer's decision be influenced by conflicting interests?

When the engineer prioritizes public safety over cost.

When the engineer discloses all potential conflicts to clients.

When the engineer's decisions favor their own financial gain.

When the engineer collaborates with peers on a project.

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44. What action should engineers take if they identify a potential danger associated with their work?

Wait for someone else to report it.

Keep it confidential to protect their reputation.

Minimize the issue to avoid causing alarm.

Disclose it to appropriate bodies to address the potential danger.

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45. Which of these are NOT Generative AI tools

Quilbot

Gemini AI

Stealthwriter AI

Ellicit AI

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46. Which of these is NOT a part of the UN's SDGs

Gender Equality

Quality Education

Peace, Injustice, and Strong institution

Responsible Consumption and Production

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47. Why is it essential for engineers to supervise the work of younger engineers?

To foster professional development and uphold safety standards.

To maintain control over all engineering projects.

To minimize their own workload through delegation.

To ensure compliance with company policies only.

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48. What is the purpose of a retaining wall in construction?

Divert water flow

Prevent soil erosion or collapse

Increase structural load capacity

Beautify landscapes

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49. Which of the following are effective methods for improving highway capacity?

Removal of redundant lanes

Implementing intelligent traffic management systems

Constructing bypass roads

Widening existing lanes

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50. What ethical concern arises when an engineer leaves public employment to work in the private sector?

The engineer may struggle to adapt to corporate culture.

The engineer may face backlash from former colleagues.

The engineer has had access to sensitive government information that could benefit a private client.

The engineer may not find suitable employment.

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51. What ethical concern arises when an engineer leaves public employment to work in the private sector?

The engineer may struggle to adapt to corporate culture.

The engineer may face backlash from former colleagues.

The engineer has had access to sensitive government information that could benefit a private client.

The engineer may not find suitable employment.

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52. Which instrument is used to measure angles in surveying?

Theodolite

Compass

Level

Measuring Tape

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53. What type of bridge is the Golden Gate Bridge?

Suspension bridge

Arch bridge

Truss bridge

Cable-stayed bridge

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54. What does the slump test measure in concrete?

Hardness

Density

Strength

Workability

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55. Which scenario exemplifies a potential conflict of interest related to dual employment?

An engineer working for a local government agency while simultaneously consulting for a firm that deals with the agency.

An engineer providing pro bono services to the community.

An engineer attending professional development seminars.

An engineer working solely for a private firm.

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56. Why is lifelong learning important for engineers?

It helps engineers improve their knowledge and skills in a rapidly evolving field.

It is optional and not necessary for career advancement.

It primarily serves as a means to fulfill mandatory requirements.

It allows engineers to maintain the status quo without change.

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57. Which of the following best describes the commitment of members to their professional development?

They can choose whether or not to pursue further education.

They are discouraged from learning new technologies.

They must engage in lifelong learning to stay updated with technology.

They are only required to complete initial training before certification.

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58. Which property of steel makes it suitable for reinforcement in concrete?

Low compressive strength

Low weight

High tensile strength

High thermal conductivity

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59. How does sponsorship by a company for attending seminars create a potential conflict of interest for engineers?

Engineers can network with industry leaders.

Engineers may receive certifications through these seminars.

The company could influence engineers to promote its products over others, similar to perks given to physicians by drug companies.

Engineers may gain knowledge about new technologies.

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60. What is the unit of measurement for stress in a material?

Pascal

Newton per millimetre

Kelvin

Joule

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61. What does this traffic sign mean?

No overtaking

Two Way Traffic

One way Traffic

U-Turn

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62. Which of these is a function of COREN?

Maintaining the regulations of engineering practitioners

Maintaining a register of engineering professionals

Maintaining a register of engineering practitioner

Maintaining a register of engineering practitioners

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63. Which of these structural codes is not used in Nigeria

AASHTO

Euro Code

BS code

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