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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| CIVIL ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | INS431 |
| Name | Soil Mechanics III |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ABDULAZİM YILDIZ
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of the course is to teach the fundamental concepts about the analysis and design of geotechnical structures as well as settlement calculations, soil improvement methods and slope stability analysis.
Course Content
Analysis methods in geotechnical engineering, numerical methods, geotechnical investigations, drained and undrained loading conditions, settlement calculations, soil improvement methods, slope stability analyses.
Course Precondition
INS317 Zemin Mekaniği INS318 Zemin Mekaniği
Resources
Notes
Zemin Mekaniği, K. Özaydın, 2007. Zemin Mekaniği ve Temel Mühendisliği, O. Erol, İller Bankası Genel Müdürlüğü, 2009. Zemin İncelemesi ve Temel Tasarımı, S. Yıldırım, 2005.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns how to do and evaluate soil investigations Calculates the soil parameters for geotechnical design using in-situ and laboratory measurements Evaluates the effects of loading conditions on soil behaviour Calculates settlements under foundations on |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Has the basic knowledge of math, science and civil engineering | |
| PLO02 | - | Has a good commman of basic concepts, theories and principles in civil engineering. | |
| PLO03 | - | Independently reviews and learns the applications, makes a critical assessment of the problems faced with, selects the proper technique to formulate problems and propose solutions | |
| PLO04 | - | Designs a system, a component or a process in order to meet the needs of various engineering problems within technical, economic, environmental, manufacturability, sustainability limitations. | |
| PLO05 | - | Selects and uses the modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering practice | |
| PLO06 | - | Designs and carries out experiments in the fields of civil engineering, and interprets the results and the data obtained from the experiments | |
| PLO07 | - | Gains the abiltiy to work effectively as a member in interdisciplinary teams | |
| PLO08 | - | Identifies proper sources of information and databases, reaches them and uses them efficiently. | |
| PLO09 | - | Follows the advancements in science and technology being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and continuously improves her/himself. | |
| PLO10 | - | Uses the computers and information technologies related with civil engineering actively. | |
| PLO11 | - | Gains the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. | |
| PLO12 | - | Communicates using technical drawing | |
| PLO13 | - | Constantly improves her/himself by identifying the training needs in scientific, cultural, artistic and social fields. | |
| PLO14 | - | Continuously improves her/himself by defining necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas besides the occupational requirements. | |
| PLO15 | - | Has an understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation subjects, and is knowledgeable of contemporary issues. | |
| PLO16 | - | Has an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility | |
| PLO17 | - | Has the required knowledge in project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; and the legal implications of engineering applications. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geotechnical analysis and design methods | Literature review and reading | |
| 2 | Geotechnical evaluation of soil investigations and construction sites, case studies | Literature review and reading | |
| 3 | Undrained loading conditions | Literature review and reading | |
| 4 | Settlement types and immediate settlement calculation, numerical practices | Literature review and reading | |
| 5 | Consolidation theory, consolidation test and identification of consolidation parameters | Literature review and reading | |
| 6 | Consolidation settlement calculations, problem solutions | Literature review and reading | |
| 7 | Settlement analysis and making the settlement calculation of a structure, Homework-1 | Literature review and reading | |
| 8 | Midterm exam | Exam preparation | |
| 9 | Problematic soils | Literature review and reading | |
| 10 | What is ground improvement? Preloading and vertical drain methods, case studies | Literature review and reading | |
| 11 | Jet grouting and stone column methods, case studies | Literature review and reading | |
| 12 | Deep compaction and deep mixing methods, case studies | Literature review and reading | |
| 13 | Reinforced soils and reinforced earth structures, problem solutions, Homework-2 | Literature review and reading | |
| 14 | Slope stability and analysis | Literature review and reading | |
| 15 | Numerical analyses in geotechnical engineering | Literature review and reading | |
| 16 | Final exam | Exam preparation | |
| 17 | Final exam | Exam preparation |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | -20 |
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | -20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 200 | -20 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 104 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,16 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||