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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | J402 |
| Name | Geology of Turkey |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Prof.Dr. NİYAZİ AVŞAR
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the geological properties and position of Turkey, geographic and geologic situation of Anatolia, surface and subsurface richness of the common area.
Course Content
The examination of the lithologic properties of metamorphic massives, Palaeozoic, Mesozoic, Ophiolite-radiolaritic Mesozoic and Cenozoic units in Turkey.
Course Precondition
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns Geological properties of Turkey. |
| LO02 | Learns Metamorphic massives. |
| LO03 | Learns Paleozoic, Mesozoic, Cenozoic units and their distribution. |
| LO04 | Learns Plutonic and volcanic rocks. |
| LO05 | Learns Paleogeographic and paleotectonic evolution of Turkey. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Uses Fundamental Geological information, having necessary information in Mathematical and Natural sciences and employs theoretical and applied information in these areas in engineering solutions. Identifies, formulizes and solves geological problems. Realizes the social effects of identified solutions for geological problems. Identifies, defines, formulizes and solves engineering problems. Chooses and applies the appropriate analytical and modelling techniques for this purpose. | |
| PLO02 | - | Uses necessary techniques and instruments for geological applications Identifies rock types, draws geological maps and cross sections. Investigates and reports all kinds of natural resources and geological hazards | |
| PLO03 | - | Thinks, interprets, analyzes and synthesizes geological events in 3D. Chooses and applies necessary methods and instruments for engineering applications. Uses the information technology effectively. | |
| PLO04 | - | Designs and performs experiments, collects data and interprets the results. | |
| PLO05 | - | Works and undertakes responsibility in solving geological problems both individually and in multidiciplinary working groups | |
| PLO06 | - | Investigates to obtain scientific information, and uses data bases and other data sources actively. Has an awareness of life long learning; follows developments in science and technology to keep up to date | |
| PLO07 | - | Initiates effective interactions in Turkish both orally and in written form, and speaks at least one foreign language. Defines necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improves himself/herself continuously. | |
| PLO08 | - | Knows job related and ethical responsibilities, project management, office applications and safety, and realizes juridical responsibilities of engineering applications. Knows the universal and societal effects of engineering solutions and applications. Has an awareness of entrepreneuring and innovative subjects; knows and finds solutions for the new century. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geological properties and position of Turkey. | reading | |
| 2 | Metamorphic massives, general characteristics | reading | |
| 3 | Niğde, Bitlis, Elekdağı-Saraycıkdağı, Daday-Devrakani massives | reading | |
| 4 | Paleozoic formations and general characteristics | reading | |
| 5 | Istanbul-Kocaeli peninsula Paleozoic, Camdag (Sakarya), Palaeozoic, Paleozoic in Zonguldak-Bartin-Amasra, Karadere Palaeozoic, Seydişehir (Çaltepe) and the region of Hadım Lower Paleozoic. | reading | |
| 6 | Tufanbeyli-Sarız Paleozoic in the eastern Taurus, Palaeozoic of Silifke-Anamur, Amanos Paleozoic mountains, Lower Paleozoic around Derik, the Hazro anticline Paleozoic, Paleozoic section of Hakkari-Çukurca | reading | |
| 7 | Mesozoic formations and general characteristics | reading | |
| 8 | Mid-term exam | Mid-term exam Preparation | |
| 9 | Kocaeli Peninsula Mesozoic, Mesozoic in-Zonguldak Eregli | reading | |
| 10 | Ayancık-Sinop area Mesozoic, Mesozoic in the mountains of the eastern Black Sea coast, the Biga Peninsula Mesozoic, Mesozoic Karaburun peninsula. | reading | |
| 11 | Mesozoic in ophiolitic radiolarite rocks, general characteristics | reading | |
| 12 | Cenozoic formations, General conditions and the distribution, Trakya Basin. | reading | |
| 13 | Kırşehir region Tertiary, Tertiary in Yerköy-Yozgat, Çankırı-Çorum basin Sungurlu region Tertiary, Tertiary in Ulukışla. | reading | |
| 14 | Paleotectonic-paleogeographic evolution of Turkey. | reading | |
| 15 | Major Natural Resources Geological Conditions in Turkey. | reading | |
| 16 | Final exam | Final exam Preparation | |
| 17 | Final exam | Final 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 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 62 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,48 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||