Lec 1 – Lec 10)
Lec 11 – Lec 24)
SA/ Lecture Slides)An exhaustive, page-verified analysis of all 6 past term-final examination question papers and official lecture slide decks (SA/Lec 1 through Lec 24 and SA/Notebook.pdf) for GEEM 445: Engineering Ethics and Professional Practices (formerly EWC 401: Professional Practices and Communication):
2022.pdf)SA/Lec 1 to Lec 24). The 2019 paper was set under an earlier case-study/thematic format (Padma Bridge, Bangabandhu Bridge, Buriganga restoration, Sylhet flash flood, coastal polderization, and Vancouver research ethics rules).Notebook.pdf), Goods/Works vs. Services & QCBS, Standard Tender Documents (STDs), Technical Specifications, Tender Opening/Evaluation (TOC, TEC, NOA), Job Applications & CV, and Development Project Proposals (DPP).2023 Q1a, 2023 Q8a, 2025 Q4b) bundle 2–3 distinct recurring questions into a single sub-question. Below, individual questions are decomposed, ranked by appearance frequency across the 6 papers, and mapped to exact 1-indexed PDF page numbers in SA/. Where a question is not covered in any lecture material in SA/, the Reference cell is left blank.| Rank | Question | Frequency | Reference | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barriers to Professional/Business Communication & Human Factors Define the barriers to professional/business communication, classify the factors affecting communication, and describe the human factors/behaviors leading to communication barriers in the workplace. |
5 | Lec 3 (p. 18–20) | 2021 (Q3b), 2022 (Q1d), 2023 (Q4a), 2024 (Q3a), 2025 (Q3a) |
| 2 | Code of Ethics: Definition, Functions & Why Professionals Should Support It What is a 'Code of Ethics' for professionals/engineers? Describe its functions ( SCS PSI) and explain why professionals should support and follow the code of ethics (PAMO). |
5 | Lec 9 (p. 3–4) | 2021 (Q2a), 2022 (Q1e), 2023 (Q4b), 2024 (Q3b), 2025 (Q3b) |
| 3 | IEB Code of Ethics What do you mean by the 'IEB Code of Ethics'? Write down and briefly explain the codes of ethics of the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB). |
5 | Lec 10 (p. 13–18) Lec 4 (p. 2) |
2021 (Q2a), 2022 (Q2c), 2023 (Q1d), 2024 (Q4c), 2025 (Q4b) |
| 4 | Civil & Environmental/Water Resources Engineering: Characteristics, Attributes & Key Issues Explain who Civil and Environmental/Water Resources Engineers are, describe the basic characteristics and five attributes of the profession ( 2021 Q1b, Q1d; 2022 Q3c; 2023 Q1c; 2024 Q1d; 2025 Q1b), and list the key issues faced by them in the present world (2021 Q1b; 2023 Q1c; 2024 Q1d). |
5 | Lec 6 (p. 11–15) | 2021 (Q1b, Q1d), 2022 (Q3c), 2023 (Q1c), 2024 (Q1d), 2025 (Q1b) |
| 5 | Public Procurement, PPA 2006 & PPR 2008, and Circumstances Where PPR Applies Define Procurement and Public Procurement. Explain in brief PPA 2006 and PPR 2008, and describe the scope/circumstances/entities to which PPR-2008 shall be applied. |
5 | Lec 15 (p. 4, 6–8, 11) | 2021 (Q5b), 2022 (Q6a), 2023 (Q6a), 2024 (Q5b), 2025 (Q5c) |
| 6 | Tender Evaluation Committee (TEC) & Circumstances When TEC Shall Not Continue to Evaluate Define Tender Evaluation and the Tender Evaluation Committee (TEC). Describe the evaluation procedures, the circumstances under which TEC shall not continue to evaluate a tender (non-responsive tenderers), and TEC actions when the offered price is significantly below/above the official estimate or tied. |
5 | Lec 22 (p. 5–15) Lec 15 (p. 18–27) Lec 20 (p. 21–22) |
2021 (Q5c), 2022 (Q7a), 2023 (Q7a), 2024 (Q6b), 2025 (Q8b) |
| 7 | Tendering Methods: Open Tendering (OTM), Two-Stage & One-Stage Two-Envelope Tendering Define Tendering and the Open Tendering Method (OTM). Explain the criteria/circumstances under which a Procuring Entity (PE) undertakes Two-Stage Tendering, and describe/differentiate the procedures of the Two-Stage Tendering Method and the One-Stage Two-Envelope Tendering Method. |
5 | Lec 16 (p. 2–4, 11–21) Lec 11 (p. 6) |
2021 (Q6b), 2022 (Q8d), 2023 (Q6b), 2024 (Q7a), 2025 (Q7a) |
| 8 | Job Application: Pre-Application Responsibilities & Employer Recruitment Factors What is a Job Application? As a job seeker/applicant, what should you do before responding to a job advertisement ( 2022 Q5e; 2023 Q8a; 2024 Q5e; 2025 Q5d), and what factors/perspectives do employers look for when recruiting employees (2021 Q6a; 2024 Q5e; 2025 Q5d)? |
5 | Lec 23 (p. 4–10) | 2021 (Q6a), 2022 (Q5e), 2023 (Q8a), 2024 (Q5e), 2025 (Q5d) |
| 9 | Engineering Project Definition, Fundamental Criteria & Project Types How do you define an engineering project? Describe the fundamental criteria (Project Triangle / Diamond) that a project must meet ( 2019 Q1b; 2021 Q5a; 2023 Q5a; 2024 Q6a; 2025 Q6a) and the types of projects based on these fundamental criteria with examples (2025 Q6a). |
5 | Lec 1 (p. 16–20) Lec 13 (p. 3–9) |
2021 (Q5a), 2022 (Q1a), 2023 (Q5a), 2024 (Q6a), 2025 (Q6a) |
| 10 | Professional, Professional Practices & Maintaining Professionalism in the Workplace Explain the terms 'professional' and 'professional practices'. As a junior/civil/environmental engineer, how do you ensure and maintain professionalism in your workplace ( EA EP O)? |
4 | Lec 1 (p. 7–8, 14) | 2021 (Q1a), 2022 (Q2a), 2023 (Q3a), 2025 (Q1a) |
| 11 | Ethics, Laws & Morals: Definitions and Differentiation Between Ethics and Laws Define ethics (and discuss ethics, laws, and morals with examples). How do you differentiate between ethics and laws? |
4 | Lec 1 (p. 9–11) Lec 7, 8 (p. 3, 6–7) |
2021 (Q1c), 2023 (Q1a), 2024 (Q1a), 2025 (Q1c) |
| 12 | Professional/Business Meetings: Definition, Necessity & Planning/Conducting Tasks Define a meeting in profession/business and explain why it is necessary ( CCASSM). As a junior engineer given responsibility to organize a meeting, describe the planning considerations/tasks and the main steps to conduct an effective meeting (Notice, Agenda, Minutes). |
4 | Lec 2 (p. 4–5, 7–10, 14–24) | 2021 (Q2b), 2023 (Q2b), 2024 (Q2a), 2025 (Q2a) |
| 13 | Project Proposal: Definition, Objectives/Purposes, Categories, Sections & Rejection Reasons Define an engineering project proposal. Describe its main objectives/purposes, different categories/types, key components/sections (7 steps), and the four basic reasons why project proposals get rejected ( 2024 Q1c). |
4 | Lec 1 (p. 23–27) Lec 4 (p. 4–27) Lec 11 (p. 26–27) |
2021 (Q2c, Q3a), 2022 (Q2b), 2023 (Q1b), 2024 (Q1c) |
| 14 | Engineering Ethics: Definition, Objectives & Ethical Theories (Divisions, Normative Theory, Ethical Triangle) Define engineering ethics and write down its objectives. Describe the divisions of contemporary ethical theories ( Metaethics, Normative, Applied), normative ethical theory (2024 Q2b), the ethical triangle (Character, Principle, Consequence-based in 2025 Q2b), and typical ethical issues in Water/Environmental Engineering (2019 Q5a). |
4 | Lec 7, 8 (p. 3–5, 9–15) | 2019 (Q5a), 2023 (Q3b), 2024 (Q2b), 2025 (Q2b) |
| 15 | Consulting Engineers (Characteristics & Responsibilities) and Professional Associations (BACE, FIDIC/IFCE) Define consulting engineers and describe their responsibilities and five characteristics ( Competence, Integrity, Impartiality, Fairness, Zero Corruption in 2022 Q4c; 2023 Q2c; 2025 Q4b). Write short notes on BACE and give the full forms/meanings of FIDIC/IFCE, ASPAC, and TCDPAP (2023 Q2c; 2024 Q1e; 2025 Q4b). |
4 | Lec 10 (p. 4–12) | 2022 (Q4c), 2023 (Q2c), 2024 (Q1e), 2025 (Q4b) |
| 16 | Professional/Business Communication: Definition, Broad Categories & Importance Define professional and business communication with examples. Describe its three broad categories ( Internal Operational, External Operational, Personal) and write down the importance of professional/business communication (MALEE). |
4 | Lec 1 (p. 12–13, 15) Lec 3 (p. 3–9) |
2021 (Q1a), 2023 (Q1a, Q2b), 2024 (Q1b), 2025 (Q1d) |
| 17 | Contracts in Procurement & Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Contracts Define a contract in procurement, differentiate between a tender and a contract, and list the major classifications of contracts ( 2024 Q7c; 2025 Q5b). Describe Public-Private Partnership (PPP / Design-Build-Operate) contracts, their three types (Free-Standing, Levies on Public Sector, Joint Ventures) with examples, why PPP contracts are used, and how cost plus profit is recovered (2022 Q5a; 2023 Q5c; 2024 Q7c; 2025 Q6b). |
4 | Lec 14 (p. 3–5, 21–28) Lec 11 (p. 6, 27) Lec 15 (p. 10) |
2022 (Q5a), 2023 (Q5c), 2024 (Q7c), 2025 (Q5b, Q6b) |
| 18 | Differences Between Goods, Works and Services in Public Procurement Write down the meanings of goods, works, and services in public procurement methods and differentiate between goods/works and services as per PPR-2008. |
4 | Lec 19 (p. 3–4) | 2022 (Q6c), 2023 (Q7c), 2024 (Q8b), 2025 (Q8a) |
| 19 | Procurement of Intellectual & Professional Services and the QCBS Method What do you mean by the procurement of intellectual and professional services? List the preferred ( QCBS, FBS) and other (LCS, SSS, CSOS, ICS, SBCQ, DCS) selection methods under PPR and briefly describe the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method. |
4 | Lec 19 (p. 5–9, 12–25) Lec 11 (p. 16–25) |
2022 (Q6c, Q8b), 2023 (Q8b), 2024 (Q8b), 2025 (Q8a) |
| 20 | Technical Specifications in Tender Documents: Definition & Preparation by PE Define 'specification' in tender/contract documents. What seven points must a Procuring Entity (PE) clearly describe (Rule 29), and how does the PE prepare technical specifications of goods/works/equipment (including when lacking adequate technical expertise)? |
4 | Lec 21 (p. 3–15) | 2022 (Q5d, Q6d), 2023 (Q8c), 2024 (Q7b), 2025 (Q7b) |
| 21 | Tender Security, Performance Security & Retention Money Define tender security, performance security, and retention money in the tendering process. Describe their requirements, how the amount of tender security is determined ( 1%–3% fixed amount with example in 2024 Q5c), and under what circumstances tender security is forfeited (2022 Q5c). |
4 | Notebook (p. 63–65) Lec 20 (p. 5, 9, 20, 24–25, 30) Lec 22 (p. 8) |
2021 (Q7a), 2022 (Q5c), 2023 (Q8b), 2024 (Q5c) |
| 22 | Curriculum Vitae (CV): Definition, Main Parts/Salient Points & Reasons for Rejection What is a CV? Describe the main parts/salient points of a standard CV ( 2021 Q6a; 2022 Q7b; 2023 Q8a) and explain the reasons why a CV submitted for a job advertisement is likely to be rejected (2022 Q8c; 2023 Q8a; 2025 Q5d). |
4 | Lec 23 (p. 11–20) | 2021 (Q6a), 2022 (Q7b, Q8c), 2023 (Q8a), 2025 (Q5d) |
| 23 | Project Cost Estimation: Importance, Life-Cycle Estimation Types & 100% Accuracy Question Why is cost estimation of a project required (especially in time-bound projects)? Describe the five types of repeated cost estimation across a project's life cycle ( Order of Magnitude, Study, Preliminary, Definitive, Detailed), and explain whether 100% cost estimation is possible before moving into full-scale operations (2024 Q6a). |
4 | Lec 13 (p. 14–19) Lec 11 (p. 28) |
2021 (Q7c), 2022 (Q3b), 2024 (Q6a), 2025 (Q6a) |
| 24 | Technical Proposal of a Product/Work: Definition, Types, Writing Steps & Length Define the technical proposal of a product/work in project management/procurement. Enumerate the four types of technical proposals ( Business/Sales, Research, Design, Implementation), explain the five steps in writing a technical proposal (Define, Benefits, Process, Vision, Participation), and discuss how long it should be and why. |
3 | Lec 5 (p. 13–25) | 2023 (Q2a), 2024 (Q4a), 2025 (Q4a) |
| 25 | Financial Proposal of a Project: Definition, Importance, Essential Elements & Creating a Summary Define the financial proposal for a project. Describe its importance and seven key points/elements, and explain why summarizing everything ("creating a summary") on a single front page at the end of preparing a financial proposal is required. |
3 | Lec 6 (p. 2–10) | 2023 (Q4c), 2024 (Q4b), 2025 (Q1e) |
| 26 | Principles vs. Canons of Code of Conduct/Ethics, ASCE Fundamental Principles & Practice Guidelines Differentiate between the principles and the canons of a code of conduct/ethics ( 2023 Q4b). Write down the four fundamental principles of the ASCE Code of Ethics (2025 Q3b) and the guidelines to practice for specific canons (Canon 2 & Canon 3 in 2024 Q3c). |
3 | Lec 9 (p. 5, 7–24) | 2023 (Q4b), 2024 (Q3c), 2025 (Q3b) |
| 27 | Professional Engagement in Engineering Services: Definition & Requirements As an engineer, define professional engagement in professional services and describe the needs/requirements of professional engagement in engineering professions. |
3 | Lec 11 (p. 3, 16) | 2023 (Q5b), 2024 (Q5a), 2025 (Q5a) |
| 28 | Statement of the Work (SOW) vs. Scope of the Work Differentiate between the 'statement of the work' and the 'scope of the work' in project management and professional services. |
3 | Lec 11 (p. 14–15) | 2021 (Q3c), 2023 (Q5b), 2025 (Q5a) |
| 29 | Standard Tender Documents (STDs / TD) & Information/Conditions Furnished by PE Define Tender Document (TD) / Standard Tender Documents (STDs) and Procuring Entity (PE). What information and conditions must the PE set out clearly in the tender documents (Rule 4)? |
3 | Lec 20 (p. 4–9, 11–15) Lec 15 (p. 12) |
2021 (Q7b), 2023 (Q7b), 2024 (Q5d) |
| 30 | Documents Forming a Contract in Public Procurement & Notification of Award (NOA) Define Notification of Award (NOA) in the tendering process ( 2025 Q8b) and list/describe in order of precedence the 10 documents that form the contract for project implementation in public procurement (Rule 4(7)). |
3 | Lec 20 (p. 10, 24–25, 30) Lec 17 (p. 15) |
2022 (Q7c), 2023 (Q7b), 2025 (Q8b) |
| 31 | Short Notes on Key Public Procurement Terms (HOPE, Force Majeure, PM, AA, Responsive Tenderers) Write short notes on: (i) Head of Procuring Entity (HOPE) ( 2021, 2023), (ii) Force Majeure (2021, 2022, 2023), (iii) Project Manager (PM) (2021, 2022), (iv) Approving Authority (AA) (2022), and (v) Responsive Tenderers (2023). |
3 | Lec 15 (p. 9, 13–15) | 2021 (Q5b), 2022 (Q8a), 2023 (Q6a) |
| 32 | Meeting Room Arrangements & Benefits of Face-to-Face Meetings Explain the three types of meeting room arrangements ( Theater, U-Shaped, Circle) for professional meetings and describe the benefits of face-to-face meetings in a project/business. |
2 | Lec 2 (p. 6, 11–13) | 2023 (Q3c), 2025 (Q2a) |
| 33 | Strategies / Steps to Overcome Barriers to Professional Communication Describe in brief the nine steps/strategies a professional should follow to remove or overcome the barriers to professional communication. |
2 | Lec 3 (p. 22–24) | 2022 (Q4d), 2025 (Q3a) |
| 34 | Ethical Aspects of Professional/Business Communication Briefly describe/explain the ethical aspects ( FIHQCD: Fairness, Integrity, Honesty, Quality, Compassion, Dignity) of professional and business communication. |
2 | Lec 3 (p. 21) | 2022 (Q4b), 2024 (Q3a) |
| 35 | Project Life Cycle Phases & the Project Life Cycle Curve What is a Project Life Cycle? Briefly describe the five broad phases of a project life cycle ( Conception, Definition, Planning & Organizing, Implementation, Clean-Up) with the 'project life cycle curve' (% of effort). |
2 | Lec 13 (p. 10–13) Lec 1 (p. 21–22) |
2021 (Q6c), 2022 (Q1a) |
| 36 | Limited Tendering Method (LTM / LIM) & Enlistment of Tenderers/Suppliers Define the Limited Tendering Method (LTM / LIM) for public procurement (Rule 63). Write down the criteria when LTM is applicable and describe the procedures for enlistment of tenderers/contractors/suppliers by the PE (Rule 52). |
2 | Lec 16 (p. 5–10) Lec 15 (p. 25) |
2022 (Q5b), 2024 (Q8a) |
| 37 | Request for Quotation (RFQ) Method: Definition, Procedures & Required Documents Define the Request for Quotation (RFQ) method of procurement (Rules 69–73). Describe the procedures for using the RFQ method and list the documents needed for RFQ procurement of goods. |
2 | Lec 17 (p. 3–16) Lec 11 (p. 13) Lec 15 (p. 12) |
2022 (Q6b), 2023 (Q6c) |
| 38 | Development Project Proposal (DPP) in Bangladesh: Definition, Project Types & Approval Process Define Development Project Proposal (DPP). Describe the different types of projects in DPP ( Investment vs. Technical Assistance Projects in 2024 Q8c) and the approval process of DPP in Bangladesh (PEC, Planning Minister ≤ 50 Cr, ECNEC > 50 Cr in 2023 Q5d). |
2 | Lec 24 (p. 3–9) | 2023 (Q5d), 2024 (Q8c) |
| 39 | Sustainable Engineering Project Principles & Ecosystem Services Trade-Offs What do you understand by a sustainable engineering project? Describe the principles of sustainable development for a Civil/Environmental/Water Resources project ( 2022 Q1c) and the trade-offs in keeping sustainable ecosystem services (2019 Q1a). |
2 | 2019 (Q1a), 2022 (Q1c) | |
| 40 | Admeasurement Contract & Its Two Forms (BOQ & Schedule of Rates) What is an admeasurement contract in procurement? Briefly describe the two forms of admeasurement contracts ( Bill of Quantities and Schedule of Rates). |
1 | Lec 14 (p. 6–14) | 2025 (Q5b) |
| 41 | Cost Reimbursable Contract & Its Three Types Define cost reimbursable contract in procurement and briefly describe its three types ( Cost Plus Fixed Fee [CPFF], Cost Plus Percentage Fee [CPPF], and Cost Plus Fluctuating Fee). |
1 | Lec 14 (p. 15–17) | 2025 (Q6b) |
| 42 | Tender Opening Committee (TOC): Formation & Functions Write down the formation (Rule 7, Schedule II) and functions of the Tender Opening Committee (TOC) in the tendering process. |
1 | Lec 15 (p. 16–17) Lec 11 (p. 12) |
2025 (Q5c) |
| 43 | Engineer Self-Image vs. Public Perception Illustrate, as professional engineers, how you view yourselves and how the public views you. |
1 | Lec 7, 8 (p. 8) | 2024 (Q2b) |
| 44 | Unethical but Legal vs. Ethical but Illegal Works Explain with examples some works that are unethical but legal ( e.g., workplace harassment / sweatshops) and some that are ethical but illegal (e.g., whistleblowing). |
1 | Lec 7, 8 (p. 7) | 2023 (Q4b) |
| 45 | Semantic Barriers to Professional Communication Briefly describe the different semantic barriers of professional communication ( bad expression, words with different meanings, faulty denotation/connotation) and explain why they are called semantic barriers. |
1 | Notebook (p. 8) Lec 3 (p. 13, 18–19) |
2022 (Q2d) |
| 46 | External Operational Communication & Public Relations (PR) What is external operational communication in a professional environment, and how can a true professional improve Public Relations (PR) through external communication? |
1 | Lec 3 (p. 4, 7–8) | 2022 (Q3d) |
| 47 | Direct Procurement Method (DPM) & Its Five Types What is Direct Procurement Method (DPM)? Describe the five types of DPM ( Direct Contracting, Additional Deliveries/Repeat Order, Variation/Extra Work Order, Direct Cash Purchase, Force Account) in public procurement (Rules 74–82). |
1 | Lec 17 (p. 17–25) | 2022 (Q7d) |
| 48 | Zero-Date of a Project & Project Site Selection Considerations What do you mean by the zero-date of a project? Write down the important considerations for properly selecting and taking possession of the project site before the zero-date. |
1 | Lec 13 (p. 11, 17) | 2022 (Q3a) |
| 49 | Project Feasibility Report & Assessing/Planning Fund Requirements What is a project feasibility report? As a project manager, how do you assess correctly the fund requirements and plan for the fund of a project? |
1 | 2022 (Q1b) | |
| 50 | Economic Viability of a Project & Assessment by Return on Investment (RoI) What do you mean by the economic viability of a project? How do you assess the economic viability of a project by RoI (with an example)? |
1 | 2022 (Q4a) | |
| 51 | Undergraduate Thesis / Sub-Project Research Proposal Writing (Water Logging & Padma Bridge) Write down the title, objectives, methodology, and outcomes in a thesis/research proposal ( 2019 Q4: coastal polderization and water logging; 2019 Q8: Padma Bridge sub-projects). |
1 | Lec 5 (p. 2–12) | 2019 (Q4, Q8) |
| 52 | Triple Constraints of Project Management (Time, Cost, Quality) & Stakeholders Time, cost, and quality are considered triple constraints for project management. Explain how these factors are linked with stakeholders. |
1 | 2019 (Q1b) | |
| 53 | Bid Evaluation Selection Criteria for Project Proposal (Sylhet Basin Flash Flood) Explain bid evaluation selection criteria with the 5 keywords: Responding to need and demand, Impact and Scale, Gender and equity, Implementation, Engagement with policy makers. |
1 | 2019 (Q2) | |
| 54 | Valid Contract Document Requirements & Express/Implied/Exclusion Terms What are the requirements to prepare a valid contract document ( Q3a), and draft a contract document using Express Terms, Implied Terms, Conditions, Warranties, and Exclusion Terms (Q3b)? |
1 | 2019 (Q3a, Q3b) | |
| 55 | Engineering Ethics & Societal Welfare (Bangabandhu Bridge Statement) Explain the statement linking the construction of the Bangabandhu Bridge over the Jamuna and societal welfare: "Main connection between ethics and Civil Engineering comes from the impact that engineered communication within the society". |
1 | 2019 (Q5b) | |
| 56 | Vancouver Recommendations on Research Ethics Commitments & Authorship Rules What are the Vancouver Recommendations on research ethics commitments ( Q6a), and what are the requirements to be an author or co-author of a research article recommended in the Vancouver rule (Q6b)? |
1 | 2019 (Q6a, Q6b) | |
| 57 | Research/Technical Report Templates & Padma Bridge Technical Report What are the basic templates of a research/technical report as a medium of technical communication ( Q7a)? Fill up the template of a technical report prepared under the thematic topic "Construction of the Padma Bridge" (Q7b). |
1 | 2019 (Q7a, Q7b) |
Every past exam question is mapped below to its corresponding lecture slide deck in SA/ (and SA/Notebook.pdf for Lec 18), ordered by slide page number within each lecture. Questions that span multiple lectures are listed under each relevant lecture for complete coverage.
Lec 1 – Lec 10)EA EP O), ethics, morals, and laws (Ethics vs. Law comparison), workplace communication modes & importance (BRAC-I, MALEE), project definition, key characteristics, 7 stages of a project (IPA PIME), project proposal definition, main objective, and 4 categories (Internal, External, Solicited, Unsolicited).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 7–8, 14 | Define 'professional' and 'professional practices'; explain how to ensure/maintain professionalism in the workplace (Ethical, Attire, Etiquette, Punctual, Organized) and the importance of professional practices |
2021 (Q1a, 5m), 2022 (Q2a, 5m), 2023 (Q3a, 6m), 2025 (Q1a, 4m) |
| p. 9–11 | Define ethics, morals, and laws; differentiate between ethics and laws | 2021 (Q1c, 5m), 2023 (Q1a, 5m), 2024 (Q1a, 4m), 2025 (Q1c, 4m) |
| p. 12–13, 15 | Define communication and workplace communication modes; write down the importance of professional communication (MALEE) |
2021 (Q1a, 5m), 2023 (Q1a, 5m), 2024 (Q1b, 4m), 2025 (Q1d, 4m) |
| p. 16–22 | Define a project; describe key project characteristics and stages (IPA PIME) |
2021 (Q5a, 6m), 2022 (Q1a, 4m), 2023 (Q5a, 5m) |
| p. 23–27 | Define a project proposal and its main objective; describe the four categories of project proposals (Internal, External, Solicited, Unsolicited) |
2021 (Q3a, 8m), 2022 (Q2b, 5m), 2023 (Q1b, 5m), 2024 (Q1c, 5m) |
CCASSM), importance of face-to-face meetings, decision points & reasons for attending a meeting, planning considerations & 11 planning tasks, meeting room arrangements (Theater, U-Shaped, Circle), and the 3 main steps to conduct a meeting (Notice, Agenda, Minutes with formats and parts).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 4–5, 7–10 | Define a professional/business meeting; explain why meetings are necessary in a project/business (CCASSM) and list the planning considerations and tasks to perform while planning a meeting |
2021 (Q2b, 8m), 2023 (Q2b, 8m), 2024 (Q2a, 10m), 2025 (Q2a, 10m) |
| p. 6, 11–13 | Explain the three types of meeting room arrangements (Theater, U-Shaped, Circle) for professional meetings and describe the benefits of face-to-face meetings in a project/business |
2023 (Q3c, 6m), 2025 (Q2a, 10m) |
| p. 14–24 | Describe in brief the main steps of conducting a professional/business meeting (Notice for a Meeting, Preparation of Agenda, Record Minutes of Meeting) |
2023 (Q2b, 8m) |
Internal Operational, External Operational, Personal) and their methods/tools, Public Relations (PR), Seven Cs of effective communication (Completeness, Conciseness, Clarity, Correctness, Consideration, Courtesy, Concreteness), communication barriers, factors affecting communication, human factors/behaviors (TOT LEP APC), semantic barriers (Notebook.pdf p. 8), ethical aspects of communication (FIHQCD), and 9 strategies to overcome communication barriers.| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3–9 | Define professional/business communication with examples; write down its importance and describe the three broad categories (Internal Operational, External Operational, Personal) |
2023 (Q1a, 5m; Q2b, 8m), 2024 (Q1b, 4m), 2025 (Q1d, 4m) |
| p. 7–8 | What is external operational communication in a professional environment, and how can a professional improve Public Relations (PR) through external communication? | 2022 (Q3d, 5m) |
| p. 13, 18–19; Notebook p. 8 | Describe the different semantic barriers of professional communication and explain why they are called semantic barriers | 2022 (Q2d, 5m) |
| p. 18–20 | Define the barriers to professional/business communication; describe the factors affecting communication and the human factors/behaviors (TOT LEP APC) leading to barriers |
2021 (Q3b, 8m), 2022 (Q1d, 4m), 2023 (Q4a, 8m), 2024 (Q3a, 10m), 2025 (Q3a, 10m) |
| p. 21 | Explain the ethical aspects of professional/business communication (Fairness, Integrity, Honesty, Quality, Compassion, Dignity) |
2022 (Q4b, 5m), 2024 (Q3a, 10m) |
| p. 22–24 | Enumerate the 9 strategies/steps a professional should follow to overcome/remove barriers to professional communication | 2022 (Q4d, 5m), 2025 (Q3a, 10m) |
Background, Objectives, Project Scope), 6 reasons why a project proposal is important, 6 types of project proposals (Formally Solicited, Informally Solicited, Unsolicited, Continuation, Renewal, Supplemental), pre-writing considerations (Audience, Data & Research), 4 basic reasons why project proposals get rejected (PMI / McNamara), and 7 steps to write a project proposal.| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 4–9 | Define a project proposal and differentiate it from a project contract; explain the purposes/importance and key elements of an engineering project proposal | 2021 (Q2c, 4m; Q3a, 8m), 2022 (Q2b, 5m), 2023 (Q1b, 5m), 2024 (Q1c, 5m) |
| p. 10–16 | Describe the different types/categories of project proposals (Formally Solicited, Informally Solicited, Unsolicited, Continuation, Renewal, Supplemental) |
2021 (Q3a, 8m), 2023 (Q1b, 5m) |
| p. 19 | Write down the four basic reasons why project proposals get rejected | 2024 (Q1c, 5m) |
| p. 20–27 | Describe the different sections / 7 steps of writing an engineering project proposal (Define problem, Present solution, Define deliverables/SMART criteria, State plan/approach, Schedule & budget, Conclusion, Edit/proofread) |
2021 (Q2c, 4m), 2022 (Q2b, 5m) |
suitability & manageability), the "What" (topic), "Why" (justification), and "How" (methodology), length & 5 essential ingredients of a research proposal; Technical proposal definition, sections, 4 types (Business/Sales, Research, Design, Implementation), ideal length (10–20 pages), essential elements, and 5 steps to write a technical proposal (Define, Benefits, Process, Vision, Participation).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 2–12 | Structure and components of a thesis/research proposal (Title, Objectives/Justification, Methodology, Outcomes) |
2019 (Q4, 20m; Q8, 20m) |
| p. 13–17 | Define the technical proposal of a product/work and describe the four different types of technical proposals (Technical Business/Sales, Technical Research, Technical Design, Technical Implementation) |
2023 (Q2a, 8m), 2024 (Q4a, 10m), 2025 (Q4a, 10m) |
| p. 18 | How long should a technical proposal be (typically 10–20 pages) and why? |
2024 (Q4a, 10m) |
| p. 14–15, 19–25 | Explain the essential elements and the 5 steps to be followed in writing the technical proposal of a product/work (Step 1: Define, Step 2: Benefits, Step 3: Process, Step 4: Vision, Step 5: Highlight Own Participation) |
2023 (Q2a, 8m), 2025 (Q4a, 10m) |
Overview, Key Players, Aim to Succeed, Timeframe, Tidying Up, Create Budget, Creating a Summary), why creating a 1-page summary at the front is required; Who Civil & Environmental/Water Resources Engineers are, key issues faced in the present world, 3 characteristics of engineering as a profession, 5 attributes of the profession (Systematic Body of Theory, Authority, Community Sanction, Ethical Codes, Culture), historical inheritance (John Smeaton, Industrial Revolutions), and 10 areas of Civil Engineering concentration.| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 2–9 | Define the financial proposal for a project; describe its importance and the 7 essential elements/key points of a financial proposal | 2023 (Q4c, 4m), 2024 (Q4b, 5.5m), 2025 (Q1e, 4m) |
| p. 10 | Explain why one of the key points of a successful financial proposal is "creating a summary" (summarizing everything on a single page at the end of writing to place at the front of the report) | 2024 (Q4b, 5.5m), 2025 (Q1e, 4m) |
| p. 11–12 | Explain who Civil and Environmental/Water Resources Engineers are and write down the 5 key issues facing them in the present world (Safety/health/welfare risks, Human-made hazards, Globalization, Sustainability, Emerging technology) |
2021 (Q1b, 6m), 2023 (Q1c, 5m), 2024 (Q1d, 4m) |
| p. 13–15 | Describe the basic characteristics of Civil & Environmental/Water Resources Engineers (Challenges, Education, Practices) and explain the 5 attributes of the profession (Systematic body of theory, Authority, Community Sanction, Ethical Codes, A Culture) |
2021 (Q1d, 4m), 2022 (Q3c, 5m), 2023 (Q1c, 5m), 2025 (Q1b, 4m) |
Metaethics, Normative Ethics, Applied Ethics), why Normative Ethics relates to Professional Engineering, Engineering Ethics definition & objective, Morals vs. Ethics vs. Laws, 2×2 classification of actions (Unethical but Legal vs. Ethical but Illegal), how engineers view themselves vs. how the public views engineering, the Ethical Triangle (Character-based / Virtue Ethics, Principle-based / Deontological Ethics, Consequence-based / Utilitarian Ethics with examples), and the Moral Spectrum (Absolutism, Relativism, Pluralism).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3–5 | Define engineering ethics and state its objective; describe the three divisions of contemporary ethical theories (Metaethics, Normative Ethics, Applied Ethics) with examples, and explain why Normative Ethics is related to professional engineering ethics |
2019 (Q5a, 10m), 2023 (Q3b, 8m), 2024 (Q2b, 10m), 2025 (Q2b, 10m) |
| p. 6–7 | Discuss ethics, laws, and morals with examples; differentiate between ethics and laws; explain with examples works that are unethical but legal (harassment) and ethical but illegal (whistleblowing) |
2021 (Q1c, 5m), 2023 (Q1a, 5m; Q4b, 8m), 2024 (Q1a, 4m), 2025 (Q1c, 4m) |
| p. 8 | Illustrate, as professional engineers, how you view yourselves and how the public views you | 2024 (Q2b, 10m) |
| p. 9–15 | Briefly describe the three different types of ethics mentioned in the Ethical Triangle (Character-based / Virtue Ethics, Principle-based / Duty Ethics, Consequence-based / Greatest Happiness Ethics) with examples |
2025 (Q2b, 10m) |
PAMO), 6 functions of a Code of Ethics (SCS PSI), terms of Code of Ethics (Principles, Canons, Standards, Rules of Conduct), 4 Fundamental Principles of the ASCE Code of Ethics (KHSS), 7 Fundamental Canons of the ASCE Code of Ethics (with Brian Marshall tank-beam case study), and Guidelines to Practice under Canons 1–7.| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3–4 | Define the Code of Ethics for professionals; explain why professionals should support/follow the code of ethics (PAMO) and describe the 6 functions of a code of ethics (SCS PSI) |
2021 (Q2a, 8m), 2022 (Q1e, 4m), 2023 (Q4b, 8m), 2024 (Q3b, 5.5m), 2025 (Q3b, 10m) |
| p. 5 | Write down the differences between the principles and the canons (plus standards and rules of conduct) of a code of conduct/ethics |
2023 (Q4b, 8m), 2024 (Q3c, 4.5m) |
| p. 7 | Write down the four Fundamental Principles of the ASCE Code of Ethics (KHSS) |
2025 (Q3b, 10m) |
| p. 12–24 | Define the canons of the code of conduct and write down the Guidelines to Practice for specific canons (specifically Canon 2: competence and Canon 3: objective and thoughtful public statements) |
2024 (Q3c, 4.5m) |
ASU); Bangladesh Association of Consulting Engineers (BACE); 5 characteristics of consulting engineers (Competence, Integrity, Impartiality, Fairness to Others, Zero Corruption); and the 13 clauses of the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) Code of Ethics (and Ethical Review Board [ERB]).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 4–5 | Define consulting engineers and consulting firms; describe the responsibilities of a consulting engineer (Accept responsibility to society, Seek sustainable solutions, Uphold dignity & reputation) |
2022 (Q4c, 5m), 2023 (Q2c, 4m) |
| p. 4, 6–8 | Write short notes on BACE (Bangladesh Association of Consulting Engineers) and give the full forms/meanings of FIDIC/IFCE, ASPAC, and TCDPAP |
2023 (Q2c, 4m), 2024 (Q1e, 3m), 2025 (Q4b, 10m) |
| p. 8–12 | Briefly describe the five characteristics of consulting engineers (Competence, Integrity, Impartiality, Fairness to Others, Corruption-free) |
2023 (Q2c, 4m), 2025 (Q4b, 10m) |
| p. 13–18 | What do you mean by the IEB Code of Ethics? Write down and explain the five (or two) important codes of ethics of the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) | 2021 (Q2a, 8m), 2022 (Q2c, 5m), 2023 (Q1d, 5m), 2024 (Q4c, 4.5m), 2025 (Q4b, 10m) |
Lec 11 – Lec 24)IFB, IFT, RFP, RFQ, EOI), Tender & Tenderer, Tender for Procurement Process workflow (Procurement Team → PE → TOC → TEC → HOPE → PE), Statement of Work (SOW) vs. Scope of Work, Process of Professional Engagement (7 phases), Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS: 5 steps, benefits, limitations) vs. Fee-Based Selection (FBS), 10 key components of writing an engineering proposal, Contract as legal glue, and Budgeting.| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3, 16 | Define professional engagement as an engineer and explain the needs/requirements and phases of professional engagement in engineering professions | 2023 (Q5b, 5m), 2024 (Q5a, 4m), 2025 (Q5a, 5m) |
| p. 11–12 | Roles of Procurement Team, PE, TOC, TEC, and HOPE in the tendering process | 2025 (Q5c, 5m) |
| p. 14–15 | Differentiate between the Statement of the Work (SOW) and the Scope of the Work in project management and professional services |
2021 (Q3c, 4m), 2023 (Q5b, 5m), 2025 (Q5a, 5m) |
| p. 17–25 | Consultant selection methods: QBS (5 basic steps) and FBS | 2022 (Q6c, 5m), 2024 (Q8b, 10m), 2025 (Q8a, 10m) |
| p. 26–27 | Write down the 10 key components/features of writing engineering proposals for a project | 2021 (Q2c, 4m), 2022 (Q2b, 5m) |
OL-ST LUC-MUR), fundamental criteria a project must meet (Project Triangle: Time, Cost, Quality & Project Diamond: + Safety), 4 types of projects based on fundamental criteria (Time-Bound, Cost-Bound, Performance-Bound, Safety-Bound), 5 common Project Life Cycle phases (Conception, Definition, Planning & Organizing, Implementation, Clean-Up) and the Project Life Cycle Curve (4%, 8%, 85%, 3% effort), why project cost estimation is required, 5 types of repeated cost estimates (Order of Magnitude ±60%, Study ±30%, Preliminary ±20%, Definitive ±10%, Detailed ±5%), why 100% accuracy is only possible after construction, and project time estimation (Time Study, Guesstimating PERT formula, Parkinson's Law).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3–9 | Define a project; describe the fundamental criteria that a project must meet (Time, Cost, Quality, Safety) and the 4 types of projects based on fundamental criteria with examples |
2021 (Q5a, 6m), 2022 (Q1a, 4m), 2023 (Q5a, 5m), 2024 (Q6a, 10m), 2025 (Q6a, 10m) |
| p. 10–13 | What is a Project Life Cycle? Describe the 5 broad phases of a project life cycle with the 'project life cycle curve' (% of effort) |
2021 (Q6c, 5m), 2022 (Q1a, 4m) |
| p. 11, 17 | Zero-date of a project (date of project commencement) and pre-zero-date site/definition considerations |
2022 (Q3a, 5m) |
| p. 14–19 | Why is project cost estimation required (especially in time-bound projects)? Describe the 5 types/methods of repeated cost estimates during a project life cycle, and explain whether 100% cost estimation is possible before full-scale operations | 2021 (Q7c, 8m), 2022 (Q3b, 5m), 2024 (Q6a, 10m), 2025 (Q6a, 10m) |
Admeasurement, Cost-Reimbursable, Fixed Price / Lump-Sum, Turnkey & Partial Turnkey, Design-Build, Design-Build-Operate / PPP), Admeasurement contract & its 2 forms (Bill of Quantities [BOQ] and Schedule of Rates [SOR]) and advantages, Cost-Reimbursable contract & its 3 types (CPFF, CPPF, Cost Plus Fluctuating Fee), and Public-Private Partnership (PPP / PFI) features, 3 types (Free-Standing, Levies on Public Sector, Joint Ventures) with examples (toll bridge, prison, non-toll road), cost-plus-profit recovery, advantages, and disadvantages.| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3–5 | Define a contract in procurement, differentiate between a tender and a contract, and write down the different classifications/types of contracts in public procurement | 2022 (Q5a, 4m), 2023 (Q5c, 5m), 2024 (Q7c, 7m), 2025 (Q5b, 5m) |
| p. 6–14 | What is an admeasurement contract? Briefly describe the two forms of admeasurement contracts (Bill of Quantities and Schedule of Rates) and their advantages |
2025 (Q5b, 5m) |
| p. 15–17 | Define cost-reimbursable contract in procurement and briefly describe the three types of cost-reimbursable contracts (CPFF, CPPF, Cost Plus Fluctuating Fee) |
2025 (Q6b, 10m) |
| p. 21–28 | What is a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) contract and why is it used? Describe the three types of PPP projects (Free-Standing, Levies on Public Sector, Joint Ventures) with examples and explain how cost plus profit is recovered after completion |
2022 (Q5a, 4m), 2023 (Q5c, 5m), 2024 (Q7c, 7m), 2025 (Q6b, 10m) |
Ministry of Planning → IMED → CPTU), definitions of Procurement and Public Procurement, PPA 2006 (primary legislation) vs. PPR 2008 (secondary legislation, 9 chapters, 13 schedules), 4 circumstances/entities where PPR 2008 applies, important statutory definitions (HOPE, PM, Contractor, Subcontractor, Tender/Proposal, Tenderer, Public Fund, Quotation, Tender Document, Force Majeure, Conflict of Interest, Responsive, Approving Authority [AA], Delegation of Financial Powers), and Public Procurement Committees (TOC/POC under Rule 7, TEC/PEC under Rules 8–10, Enlistment Committee under Rule 52, Technical Sub-Committee [TSC]).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 4, 6–8, 11 | Define Procurement and Public Procurement; explain PPA 2006 and PPR 2008 in brief; describe the 4 circumstances/entities to which PPR-2008 shall be applied | 2021 (Q5b, 8m), 2022 (Q6a, 5m), 2023 (Q6a, 8m), 2024 (Q5b, 4.5m), 2025 (Q5c, 5m) |
| p. 9, 13–15 | Write short notes on: (i) HOPE (Head of Procuring Entity), (ii) PM (Project Manager), (iii) Force Majeure, (iv) AA (Approving Authority), and (v) Responsive Tenderer |
2021 (Q5b, 8m), 2022 (Q8a, 5m), 2023 (Q6a, 8m) |
| p. 16–17 | Write down the formation and functions of the Tender Opening Committee (TOC) in the tendering process (Rule 7) |
2025 (Q5c, 5m) |
| p. 18–27 | Constitution, membership, chairperson, and removal rules of the Tender Evaluation Committee (TEC / PEC) |
2022 (Q7a, 5m), 2023 (Q7a, 8m), 2024 (Q6b, 10m) |
| p. 25 | Enlistment Committee formation (3 members) and annual updating under Rule 52 for LTM | 2022 (Q5b, 4m), 2024 (Q8a, 6m) |
OTM, Rule 61: aspects & submission timelines), other tendering methods (Rule 62: LTM, Two-Stage, One-Stage Two-Envelope, RFQ, DPM), Limited Tendering Method (LTM, Rules 63–64: 3 no-threshold criteria + 1 with-threshold criterion [Tk 25 lac Goods / Tk 2 Cr Works], submission timelines), Enlistment procedure (Rule 52), Two-Stage Tendering Method (Rules 65–68: reasons/criteria, 1st stage unpriced technical proposal + confidential discussion + Minutes of Adjustment, 2nd stage priced "best & final" tender), and One-Stage Two-Envelope Tendering Method (Rule 68A–D: reasons/criteria & procedure).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 2–4 | Define tendering and the Open Tendering Method (OTM); list the different methods of tendering in Bangladesh as per PPR-2008 |
2021 (Q6b, 6m), 2023 (Q6b, 7m), 2024 (Q7a, 7m), 2025 (Q7a, 10m) |
| p. 5–10 | Define Limited Tendering Method (LTM / LIM); write down the criteria when LTM is applicable (with and without threshold) and describe the procedures for enlistment of tenderers/suppliers (Rule 52) |
2022 (Q5b, 4m), 2024 (Q8a, 6m) |
| p. 11–18 | Under what criteria/circumstances does a PE undertake the Two-Stage Tendering Method? Describe in brief the 1st-stage and 2nd-stage procedures for Two-Stage Tendering |
2022 (Q8d, 5m), 2023 (Q6b, 7m), 2024 (Q7a, 7m), 2025 (Q7a, 10m) |
| p. 18–21 | Describe the One-Stage Two-Envelope Tendering Method and differentiate between the Two-Stage Tendering Method and the One-Stage Two-Envelope Tendering Method |
2023 (Q6b, 7m), 2024 (Q7a, 7m) |
RFQ, Rules 69–73: definition, criteria, documents needed, invitation/submission/evaluation procedures, 10-day submission time), Direct Procurement Method (DPM, Rules 74–82: 5 types — 1. Direct Contracting [Rule 76], 2. Additional Deliveries / Repeat Order [Rule 77, ≤15%], 3. Variation Order / Extra Work Order [Rule 78, ≤15%], 4. Direct Cash Purchase [DCP, Tk 25k / 5 lac], 5. Force Account [Rule 82, Tk 2 lac]), and International Procurement (Rule 83, ≥42 CD).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3–16 | Define the Request for Quotation (RFQ) method in procurement; list the documents needed for RFQ procurement of goods and describe the procedures for using the RFQ method |
2022 (Q6b, 5m), 2023 (Q6c, 5m) |
| p. 17–25 | What is Direct Procurement Method (DPM)? Describe the five different types of DPM in public procurement |
2022 (Q7d, 5m) |
Tender Security (purpose, forms, fixed amount 1%–3% calculation with rounding example, lot-by-lot rule, exemptions in RFQ/DPM/Two-Stage 1st stage, forfeiture grounds), (2) Performance Security (purpose, 5%–10% rates by category, 14-day submission, validity up to 28 days past completion, front-loading increase), and (3) Retention Money (purpose, progressive deduction, 50% release at completion + 50% after Defects Liability Certificate, Retention + Performance Security ≤ 10%).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| Notebook p. 63–65; Lec 20 p. 20, 24–25 | Define tender security, performance security, and retention money in the tendering process; describe their requirements, how the amount of tender security is determined with an example (1%–3%), and under what circumstances tender security is forfeited |
2021 (Q7a, 6m), 2022 (Q5c, 4m), 2023 (Q8b, 7m), 2024 (Q5c, 5m) |
Goods/Works and Services in public procurement, uses of consultants, 2 Preferred Selection Methods (1. Quality and Cost Based Selection [QCBS], 2. Fixed Budget Selection [FBS]), 6 Other Selection Methods (1. Least Cost Selection [LCS, ≤50 lac], 2. Single Source Selection [SSS, ≤10 lac firm / ≤5 lac individual], 3. Community Service Organization Selection [CSOS], 4. Individual Consultant Selection [ICS], 5. Selection Based on Consultant Qualifications [SBCQ], 6. Design Contest Selection [DCS]), and step-by-step procedures for QCBS (Rule 105), FBS (Rule 106), SBCQ (Rule 108), CSOS (Rule 109), DCS (Rule 111), and ICS (Rule 112).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3–4 | Write down the meanings of goods, works, and services and differentiate between goods/works and services in public procurement as per PPR-2008 |
2022 (Q6c, 5m), 2023 (Q7c, 5m), 2024 (Q8b, 10m), 2025 (Q8a, 10m) |
| p. 5–9, 12–25 | List the preferred (QCBS, FBS) and other (LCS, SSS, CSOS, ICS, SBCQ, DCS) methods of procurement of intellectual/professional services under PPR, and describe in brief the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method |
2022 (Q8b, 5m), 2023 (Q8b, 7m), 2024 (Q8b, 10m), 2025 (Q8a, 10m) |
a to o), 12 items of information and conditions PE must set out clearly in the Tender/Proposal Documents (Rule 4(3)), 10 documents forming the Contract in order of precedence (Rule 4(7)), Schedule-I STD codes (PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4, PW1, PW2B, PW3, PS1), 9-section structure of Tender Documents (ITT, TDS, GCC, PCC, Forms, BOQ, General Specs, Particular Specs, Drawings), STD PW3 overview, 4 stages of Tender Evaluation (ITT 49–59), Performance Security (ITT 65–68), Contract Signing within 28 days of NOA (ITT 69), and PW3 forms (PW3-1 to PW3-12).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 4–9, 11–15 | Define Tender Document (TD) / Standard Tender Documents (STDs) and Procuring Entity (PE); describe the 12 items of information and conditions to be set out clearly by the PE in the Tender Documents (Rule 4(3)) |
2021 (Q7b, 6m), 2023 (Q7b, 7m), 2024 (Q5d, 3.5m) |
| p. 10, 24–25, 30 | Define Notification of Award (NOA) and list in order of precedence the 10 documents that form the contract for project implementation in public procurement (Rule 4(7)) |
2022 (Q7c, 5m), 2023 (Q7b, 7m), 2025 (Q8b, 10m) |
Scope of Works, Detailed Description of Materials, Workmanship), 7 points PE must clearly describe when preparing technical specifications of an object (Rule 29(1): Name/description, Quality, Performance standards & life span, Safety standards & limits, Packaging/marking/labelling symbols & terminology, Production processes & methods, Conformity test procedures), general principles (non-restrictive, fair competition, consistent with drawings, performance/output-based, ISO/IEC/BSTI standards), and rule when PE lacks adequate technical expertise (no brand/trademark allowed, except when lacking expertise where "or similar or equivalent" must be added).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3–15 | Define specification in tender/contract documents; list the 7 points PE must describe clearly and explain what a PE considers and how it prepares technical specifications of goods/works (including when PE lacks adequate technical expertise) |
2022 (Q5d, 4m; Q6d, 5m), 2023 (Q8c, 5m), 2024 (Q7b, 6m), 2025 (Q7b, 10m) |
| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 5–11 | Define Tender Evaluation and TEC; describe the procedures followed by TEC during examination and evaluation of tenders and the 3 circumstances under which TEC shall NOT continue to evaluate a tender |
2021 (Q5c, 6m), 2022 (Q7a, 5m), 2023 (Q7a, 8m), 2024 (Q6b, 10m), 2025 (Q8b, 10m) |
| p. 12–15 | Describe the functions/actions of TEC when: (i) a tenderer offers a price significantly below the official estimate, (ii) the lowest evaluated tender is significantly higher than the official estimate, and (iii) there is a tie for the lowest evaluated price | 2023 (Q7a, 8m), 2025 (Q8b, 10m) |
Identify employer's needs, Match yourself to needs; Research the company, Research yourself, Research careers), Employer's perspective/needs from a job seeker, 3 most important factors in recruitment (Enthusiasm for position, Personality, Transferable skills), 6 things employers look for from applicants (Potential for advancement, Good academic record, Relevant work experience, Specialist subject knowledge, Personal interests, Other work experience), CV definition & preparation tips, 12 reasons for rejection of a CV, 7 main parts of a standard CV (Personal Details, Education, Work Experience, Competencies, Skills Profile, Interests, Referees), Covering Letter structure, and filling up application forms.| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 4–10 | What is a Job Application? As a job seeker, what should you do before responding to a job advertisement, and what are the most important recruitment factors / employer perspective points from an applicant? | 2021 (Q6a, 9m), 2022 (Q5e, 4m), 2023 (Q8a, 8m), 2024 (Q5e, 3m), 2025 (Q5d, 5m) |
| p. 11–20 | What is a CV? Describe the 7 main parts/salient points of a standard CV and write down the 12 reasons why a CV submitted for a job advertisement is likely to be rejected | 2021 (Q6a, 9m), 2022 (Q7b, 5m; Q8c, 5m), 2023 (Q8a, 8m), 2025 (Q5d, 5m) |
DPP), DPP manual structure (Part A: Project Summary, Part B: Project Details, Log-Frame, Effect/Impact & Compliances, Risk Analysis), 2 types of development projects (1. Investment Projects [formulated in DPP] and 2. Technical Assistance [TA] Projects [formulated in TAPP]), and the 6-step approval process of Investment Projects (DPPs) in Bangladesh (Idea generation from Five-Year/Sectoral Plan → Formulation by Executing Agency → Scrutiny by Ministry → Appraisal by Planning Commission Sector/Division → Recommendation by PEC → Approval by Planning Minister [≤ Tk 50 Cr] or ECNEC [> Tk 50 Cr] → Inclusion in ADP).| Slide Pages | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| p. 3, 8–9 | Define Development Project Proposal (DPP); describe the different types of projects in DPP (Investment vs. TA Projects) and the approval process of DPP in Bangladesh |
2023 (Q5d, 5m), 2024 (Q8c, 4m) |
SA/ Lecture Slides)| Source Exam | Question / Concept Tested | Appeared Exams (Question & Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 & 2022 | Sustainable engineering project principles (2022 Q1c) and trade-offs in keeping sustainable ecosystem services (2019 Q1a) |
2019 (Q1a, 10m), 2022 (Q1c, 4m) |
| 2022 | Project feasibility report and how a project manager assesses and plans for project fund requirements | 2022 (Q1b, 4m) |
| 2022 | Economic viability of a project and how to assess it by Return on Investment (RoI) with an example |
2022 (Q4a, 5m) |
| 2019 | How the triple constraints of project management (time, cost, quality) are linked with stakeholders |
2019 (Q1b, 10m) |
| 2019 | Bid evaluation selection criteria for "Managing Flash Flood in the Sylhet Basin" using 5 keywords (Responding to need and demand, Impact and Scale, Gender and equity, Implementation, Engagement with policy makers) |
2019 (Q2, 20m) |
| 2019 | Requirements to prepare a valid contract document (Q3a) and drafting a contract document for "Feasibility study for the restoration of the Buriganga river" with 5 keywords (Express Terms, Implied Terms, Conditions, Warranties, Exclusion Terms) (Q3b) |
2019 (Q3a, 5m; Q3b, 15m) |
| 2019 | Statement linking the construction of the Bangabandhu Bridge over the Jamuna and societal welfare | 2019 (Q5b, 10m) |
| 2019 | Vancouver Recommendations on research ethics commitments (Q6a) and requirements to be an author or co-author under the Vancouver rule (Q6b) |
2019 (Q6a, 10m; Q6b, 10m) |
| 2019 | Basic templates of a research/technical report (Q7a) and filling up a technical report template for "Construction of the Padma Bridge" (Q7b) |
2019 (Q7a, 5m; Q7b, 15m) |