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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MDS433 |
| Name | Groundwater Hydrology |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. 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 | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. MAHMUT ÇETİN |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
Primary objectives of the course are to teach students: a) fundamentals of groundwater hydrology, occurence of groundwater, its importance in the hydrological cycle; b) aquifer types and how to determine hydrogeological parameters of aquifer under steady-state and unsteady-state conditions; c) how to utilize groundwater resources without impairing sustainabilityu of natural resource.
Course Content
Hydrologic Cycle; Importance of Groundwaters (GW) in Hydrologic Cycle; Distribution of Water in the Globe, Groundwater Movement and Governing Equations; Water Budget Elements; Groundwater Dynamics and Changes in GW Elevation; Aquifer Types; Steady-State and Unsteady-State Conditions; Well Hydrolics: Determination of Hydrogeolojical Parameters Under Steady-Satate and Unsteady-State Conditions; Groundwater ; Groundwater Legislation
Course Precondition
There is no prerequisite for enrolling to this course.
Resources
1. Yer Altı Suları Jeolojisi (Hidrojeoloji), Prof. Dr. Kemal Erguvanlı-Prof. Dr. Erdoğan Yüzer, İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi (İTÜ) Yayınları, 1984. (In Turkish) 2. Hydrogeology: Principles and Practice, 3rd Edition, November 2021, pp. 768. by Kevin M. Hiscock, Victor F. Bense, ISBN: 978-1-119-56953-4
Notes
Supplementary materials uploaded to ÇUBIS web site.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns fundamental information on groundwater hydrology. |
| LO02 | Defines aquifer types and solves seapage problems. |
| LO03 | Gains practical information how to to determine hydrogeological parameters of aquifers in the field, and conducts necessary experiments in the field. |
| LO04 | Learns how to manage groundwater catchments without harming the fragile environment. Get skills on how to apply groundwater well hydraulic principles in the engineering applications such as dewatering, well development, etc.. |
| LO05 | Lerans about Geologic Formations as Aquifers; Types of Aquifers |
| LO06 | Learns about Hydrologic constants in groundwater hydrology |
| LO07 | Learns about Determination of Hydraulic Conductivity in the Field and Laboratory |
| LO08 | Lerans about Groundwater-surface water relations, and interpretation of groundwater elevation maps |
| LO09 | Learns about Groundwater depth and elevation relationships, groundwater elevation maps. |
| LO10 | Learns about Groundwater and Well Hydraulics |
| LO11 | Learns about Steady Radial Flow to a Well |
| LO12 | Learns about in situ determination of hydrogeological parameters under unstaedy state conditions. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | PÇ1. (a) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, basic sciences, and discipline-specific topics in Mining Engineering; PÇ1. (b) the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas for solving complex engineering problems. | |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ2. (a) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in Mining Engineering; PÇ2. (b) ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ3. (a) Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specified requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; PÇ3. (b) ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ4. (a) Ability to select and use modern technical tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Mining Engineering applications; PÇ4. (b) ability to effectively use information technologies. | 5 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ5. Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of problems specific to Mining Engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ6. (a) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary (Mining Engineering) and multidisciplinary teams; PÇ6. (b) ability to work individually. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ7. (a) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; PÇ7. (b) knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ8. Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously improve oneself. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | PÇ9. Ability to act in accordance with the ethical principles of Mining Engineering; knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | PÇ10. Knowledge of business-life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ11. Knowledge of the impacts of Mining Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels, as well as contemporary issues in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of Mining Engineering solutions. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to groundwater hydrology: Scope and basic definitions | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Benzetim, Örnek Olay |
| 2 | Hydrologic cycle and groundwater | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Water budget elements and accounting | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Problem Çözme, Proje Temelli Öğrenme |
| 4 | Occurrence of Groundwater: Zone of Aeration and Zone of Saturation | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Geologic Formations as Aquifers; Types of Aquifers | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Proje Temelli Öğrenme |
| 6 | Hydrologic constants in groundwater hydrology | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Determination of Hydraulic Conductivity in the Field and Laboratory | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Study all the relevant subjects for the mid-term exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Groundwater-surface water relations, and interpretation of groundwater elevation maps | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Groundwater depth and elevation relationships, groundwater elevation maps. | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Groundwater and Well Hydraulics | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Örnek Olay, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 12 | Steady Radial Flow to a Well | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Unsteady Radial Flow a Well | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | In situ determination of hydrogeological parameters under unstaedy state conditions. | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Applications of well hydrolics and problem solving | Sections from different text books relevant to the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Problem Çözme, Proje Temelli Öğrenme |
| 16 | Term Exams | Study all the relevant subjects for the final exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Study all the relevant subjects for the final exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 78 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,12 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||