Originally Posted by azn_redneck
Civil engineering is an engineering discipline regulated by the State, therefore it is engineering. It is also the oldest engineering discipline (some call it the second oldest profession).
you misunderstood. i meant to say that practices in civil cannot necessarily be applied to other forms of engineering where tolerances may be very low. but....
Originally Posted by Kestrel
You do realize that the standard hand machining tolerance is 0.005"? So, 0.995" rounds to 1"? And most body tolerances on cars is +/- 0.050"?
i do! i was just being dramatic.
sheesh.
Last edited by reno96teg; Jun 21, 2006 at 05:34 AM.