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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | JZ402 |
| Name | Geology of Turkey |
| Term | 2019-2020 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 | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ATİKE NAZİK |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ATİKE NAZİK
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
Prof. Dr. ÜMİT ŞAFAK (Bahar) (A Group) (Asst. Ins.) |
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the geological properties, geographic and geological features of plates forming Turkey, surface and subsurface raw materials and ore deposits
Course Content
Concepts of Tethys and Neotethys in Turkey, Stratigraphic and tectonic features of Palaeozoic, Mesozoic and Cenozoic units, Geological heritage values.
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns general geological properties of Turkey. |
| LO02 | Learns Metamorphic massives. |
| LO03 | Learns Paleozoic, Mesozoic, Cenozoic units and their distribution. |
| LO04 | 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. | 0 |
| 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 | 3 |
| 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. | 3 |
| PLO04 | - | Designs and performs experiments, collects data and interprets the results. | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Works and undertakes responsibility in solving geological problems both individually and in multidiciplinary working groups | 2 |
| 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 | 2 |
| 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. | 0 |
| 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. | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, definitions, concepts related to the course. | To read references | |
| 2 | Concepts related to Turkey Geology (Tethys, Lavasia, Gondwanian concepts, Tethyan ocean) and geological evolution of Anatolia, Pontids (Istranca, Istanbul and Sakarya zones), Anatolid-Taurides, Southeastern Anatolia. | To read references | |
| 3 | Istranca massif, Thrace base | To read references | |
| 4 | İstanbul Zone | To read references | |
| 5 | Sakarya Zone - Pontides- 1 | To read references | |
| 6 | Sakarya Zone - Pontides- 2 | To read references | |
| 7 | Menderes Massif and its cover rocks | To read references | |
| 8 | Mid-term exam | To read references | |
| 9 | Kırşehir massif and its cover rocks | To read references | |
| 10 | Anatolid-Tauride belt (West) | To read references | |
| 11 | Anatolid-Tauride belt (Central) | To read references | |
| 12 | Anatolid-Tauride belt (East) | To read references | |
| 13 | Arabian Platform-Southeastern Anatolia | To read references | |
| 14 | Paleotectonic and neotectonic phases in Turkey | To read references | |
| 15 | Geological heritage in Turkey | To read references | |
| 16 | Final Exam | To read references | |
| 17 | Final Exam | To read references |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 20 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 80 |
| 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 13 | 13 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 75 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,00 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||