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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | JS424 |
| Name | Natural Construction Materials |
| Term | 2017-2018 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 | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. SEDAT TÜRKMEN |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. SEDAT TÜRKMEN
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To teac the development of search and find method of all kinds of natural consrution materials, search techniques, required experiments and criteria of usage of materials
Course Content
Classification of natural construction materials. Research techniques. Sampling and laboratory studies. Aggregate, soil and rock material laboratory tests. Reserve determination, use of standards. General features of natural construction materials using for dam and highway constructions, quality and quantity studies of natural building materials. Reporting.
Course Precondition
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Search techniques |
| LO02 | Learn the necessary tests |
| LO03 | Learn the usage criteria of material |
| LO04 | Writing report technique |
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 | Classification of natural building materials | reading | |
| 2 | Research on natural building materials | readin | |
| 3 | Natural consruction materials research (preliminary studies, detailed studies, the application phase and post-surveys) | reading | |
| 4 | Sampling methods, (disturbed, undisturbed and core samples) | Lecture,presentation | |
| 5 | Soil material research, laboratory tests (drilling, exploration pits, geophysical methods, laboratory work, etc.), | Lecture,presentation | |
| 6 | Aggregate research, sampling and laboratory tests (drilling, exploration pits, geophysical methods, laboratory work, etc.) | Lecture,presentation | |
| 7 | Rock Materials research and laboratory tests | Lecture,presentation | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | written examination | |
| 9 | Natural building materials and their properties used in dams construction | Lecture,presentation | |
| 10 | Rock-fill structures and properties of rock fill materials, used in harbor structures | Lecture,presentation | |
| 11 | Natural building materials used in engineering structures such as highway, railway line and their properties | Lecture,presentation | |
| 12 | The evaluation of test results and standards of materials | Lecture,presentation | |
| 13 | Report techniques , materials research | Lecture,presentation | |
| 14 | Technical Trip to quarries area | field observation | |
| 15 | Technical Trip to quarries area | field observation | |
| 16 | Term Exams | written examination | |
| 17 | Term Exams | written examination |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |