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.

Our COREN Practice Test and Interview Questions provide a complete guide to help you succeed.Whether you’re an engineering student or a graduate looking to take the COREN exam, this practice test is a valuable tool to boost your confidence, identify areas for improvement, and ensure you’re fully prepared to achieve success. Take the first step toward becoming a licensed engineer in Nigeria today!

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

They are only required to complete initial training before certification.

They are discouraged from learning new technologies.

They can choose whether or not to pursue further education.

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

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2. Which of these are NOT Generative AI tools

Gemini AI

Stealthwriter AI

Ellicit AI

Quilbot

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

1:1:2

1:2:4

1:3:6

1:1.5:3

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4. 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 not find suitable employment.

The engineer may face backlash from former colleagues.

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

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

Engineers may gain knowledge about new technologies.

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.

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

Euro Code

BS code

AASHTO

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

Suspension bridge

Truss bridge

Arch bridge

Cable-stayed bridge

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

Proper superelevation

Adequate sight distance

Sufficient curve radius

Poor road profiling

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

Construction of a Bridge

Creating alternative road networks

Installation of Traffic Lights and Signals

Reducing the Number of Lanes

Construction of a Flyover or Overpass

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

Isolated Pad Foundation

Strap Foundation

Strip Foundation

Combined Footing

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

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

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

Engineers can delegate tasks outside their competence to others.

Engineers should avoid projects that could potentially harm the public.

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

Measuring Tape

Compass

Level

Theodolite

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

To ensure that clients remain satisfied regardless of the truth.

To protect proprietary information.

To uphold integrity and trust in the engineering profession.

To maintain a competitive edge.

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14. Why is lifelong learning important for engineers?

It is optional and not necessary for career advancement.

It allows engineers to maintain the status quo without change.

It primarily serves as a means to fulfill mandatory requirements.

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

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

Responsible Consumption and Production

Gender Equality

Quality Education

Peace, Injustice, and Strong institution

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

Bending Moment

Torsional Moment

Deflection

Shear force

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

Corrected Stamped And Sealed Architectural Drawings

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

Mechanical and Electrical Drawings

Corrected Stamped And Sealed Structural Drawings

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18. What is the full meaning of COREN?

Commission for Research in Engineering Networks

Commission for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria

Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria

Council for Registration of Engineering in Nigeria

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

Conduct an investigation through the police

Suspend them through an Investigation Panel

Suspend them without investigation

Conduct an investigation through an Investigation Panel

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

Installing proper road signage

Implementing speed limits based on road conditions

Encourage Selling of Items along the Highway

Providing adequate street lighting

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

The engineer may not find suitable employment.

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

The engineer may face backlash from former colleagues.

The engineer may struggle to adapt to corporate culture.

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

Widening existing lanes

Implementing intelligent traffic management systems

Removal of redundant lanes

Constructing bypass roads

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

When the engineer discloses all potential conflicts to clients.

When the engineer prioritizes public safety over cost.

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

When the engineer collaborates with peers on a project.

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24. Which of these are NOT Generative AI tools

Quilbot

Gemini AI

Ellicit AI

Stealthwriter AI

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

Joule

Kelvin

Pascal

Newton per millimetre

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26. What does this Traffic Sign mean?

No Overtaking

No red cars allowed

No Overspeeding

No Undertaking

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

Poor foundation design

High humidity levels

Expansion of construction materials

Weak foundation soil

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28. What year was COREN established?

1980

1965

1970

1992

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

Availability of Labour

Subgrade soil properties

Climatic Condition

Traffic load and volume

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

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.

Engineers may receive certifications through these seminars.

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

Actions on Climate

Affordable and Clean Energy

Reduced Hunger

Good health and Wellbeing

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

To minimize their own workload through delegation.

To ensure compliance with company policies only.

To maintain control over all engineering projects.

To foster professional development and uphold safety standards.

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

It is primarily used in low-load applications

It does not require reinforcement

It resists tensile stress effectively

It is lighter than reinforced concrete

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

An engineer providing pro bono services to the community.

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

An engineer attending professional development seminars.

An engineer working solely for a private firm.

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35. What does a geotechnical investigation determine?

Site location suitability

Construction cost estimates

Soil and foundation characteristics

Material Sourcing

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

Decent work and Economic Growth

Irresponsible Consumption and Production

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Partnership for the goals

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

Meeting client expectations versus adhering to ethical standards.

Balancing personal financial gain with public safety concerns.

Compromising on design principles to save costs.

Ensuring profitability while maintaining quality standards.

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38. What does this Traffic Sign mean?

U-turn

No U-turn

One way Traffic

No Overtaking

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

Beautify landscapes

Increase structural load capacity

Divert water flow

Prevent soil erosion or collapse

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40. What does the slump test measure in concrete?

Hardness

Density

Strength

Workability

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

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42. What does BIM stand for in engineering?

Building Infromation Modelling

Building Introduction Model

Building Information Model

Building Information Modelling

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

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

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

Use it for personal gain after leaving the company.

Share it with trusted colleagues regardless of confidentiality agreements

Maintain confidentiality unless legally required to disclose it.

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45. Which of these is a function of COREN?

Maintaining a register of engineering professionals

Maintaining a register of engineering practitioner

Maintaining a register of engineering practitioners

Maintaining the regulations of engineering practitioners

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

By enacting laws that restrict practice to registered members only

By promoting free competition among all practitioners

By allowing multiple organizations to certify professionals

By providing funding for engineering companies alone

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

To bind aggregate particles together

To reduce noise pollution

To allow water drainage

To increase road height

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48. What does this traffic sign mean?

Two Way Traffic

No overtaking

U-Turn

One way Traffic

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

Support construction cooking staff

Support construction workers and materials

Avoid Traps and Fall on Site

None of the above

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

Chlorination

Electrolysis

Sedimentation

Filteration

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

Zero Poverty

Life on Land

Life below water

Reduced Equalities

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

Proper slope for water runoff

Poor slope for water runoff

Use of culverts and side drains

Selection of permeable materials for water infiltration

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

When the engineer collaborates with peers on a project.

When the engineer discloses all potential conflicts to clients.

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

When the engineer prioritizes public safety over cost.

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

Disclose it to appropriate bodies to address the potential danger.

Wait for someone else to report it.

Keep it confidential to protect their reputation.

Minimize the issue to avoid causing alarm.

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

To maintain their current job positions

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

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

Improve drainage

Reduce road costs

Provide structural support and durability

Beautify the road

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57. 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

12 kNm

-14 kNm

14 kNm

-12 kNm

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58. What does AEC stand for in engineering?

Architect, Engineers in Construction

Architecture, Engineering and Construction

Architecture Construction Engineering

Agriculture Engineering and Construction

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

Perform services only in areas of their competence

Issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner

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

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.

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

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

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

High thermal conductivity

Low compressive strength

High tensile strength

Low weight

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

Prevent flooding and water-logging

Reduce road surface temperature

Increase road width

Improve vehicle speed

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63. What does CAD stand for in engineering?

Computer-Aided Design

Civil Architectural Design

Computer-Aided Drawing

Computer-Aided Drafting

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