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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | JS422 |
| Name | Soil Improvement Methods |
| Term | 2020-2021 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 2 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Uzaktan Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. HASAN ÇETİN |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. HASAN ÇETİN
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the Improvement/stabilization of weak soils, methods of improvement and control techniques of improvement.
Course Content
Introduction, compaction, consolidation, removing and backfilling, Injection, stone columns, thermal processes, stabilization with additives (limes, flying ash, tire-chips etc.), geosynthetics, control of soil improvment
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Gains the ability to stabilize/improve soils by means of different compaction techniques. |
| LO02 | Gains the ability to improve soils by the consolidation technique |
| LO03 | Gains the ability to improve soils by the Injection, stone columns, thermal processes techniques. |
| LO04 | Gains the ability to control and stabilize soils by additives. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and subjects specific to the discipline of geological engineering; ability to apply theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to complex engineering problems. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to identify, define, analyze, formulate, select (or develop) solution models and solve complex geology and geological engineering problems with the acquired knowledge. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to design and implement a complex system, process, device or product related to Geology and Geological Engineering using modern design methods to meet the needs under realistic constraints and conditions. | 2 |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | The ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of a complex problem encountered in Geology and Geological Engineering applications and the ability to use information technologies effectively. | |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | The ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results, and design and conduct experiments to investigate complex engineering problems or research topics specific to the discipline of Geology and Geological Engineering. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The ability to communicate effectively in oral and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | 2 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously renew oneself. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Acting in accordance with ethical principles when solving engineering problems, awareness of professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge of standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knowledge of business life practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development. | 3 |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knowledge about the global and societal effects on health, environment and safety in the solution of Geology and Geological Engineering applications and the problems of the era reflected in the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to soil types and improvment techniques | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 2 | Compaction technics; vibro, dynamic, blasting | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 3 | Compaction technics; vibro, dynamic, blasting | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 4 | Removing weak soils and back fill | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 5 | Acceleration of consolidation; pre-loading, sand drains, prefabricated vertical drains | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 6 | Injection, stone columns | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 7 | Thermal processes; stabilization in high temperatures, soil freezing | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Sınava kadar işlenen konuların çalışılması | |
| 9 | Stabilization with additives; mechanical stabilization | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 10 | Cement stabilization, stabilization with lime | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 11 | Bitumen stabilization, flying ash stabilization | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 12 | Stabilization with used tire-chips (Experiment) | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 13 | Deep mixing method | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 14 | Geosynthetics | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 15 | Control of the soil improvment; Laboratory, field and geophysical methods | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Reading the related subjects in the suggested course book | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Studying the subjects covered up to the exam |
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 |
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 | 1 | 14 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 54 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,16 | ||
| ECTS | 2 ECTS | ||