INMZ110 Construction Geology

4 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 2. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
CIVIL ENGINEERING PR.
Code INMZ110
Name Construction Geology
Term 2025-2026 Academic Year
Semester 2. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Belirsiz
Type Normal
Label C Compulsory
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Doç. Dr. BAKİ BAĞRIAÇIK
Course Instructor Doç. Dr. BAKİ BAĞRIAÇIK (Bahar) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

Realize the transfer basic concepts of earth sciences in the civil enginering perspective, importance of geological materials and conditions for civil engineering structures, significance of geological materials and processes in the civil engineering applications.

Course Content

Structure of earth, minerals and rocks, classification of rocks, engineering properties of rocks, geological maps and sections, earthquakes, mass movements and landslides, dams, tunnelling geology, hydrogeology and environmental geology, foundation engineering and geology, important of geology at city and regional planning.

Course Precondition

Not available.

Resources

Erguvanlı, K. Mühendislik Jeolojisi, Seç Yayın Dağıtım, 1994, İstanbul. Nail Ünsal, İnşaat Mühendisleri için Jeoloji, Gazi Yayınevi, 2001. Jeoloji Ders Notları, Abdulazim YILDIZ

Notes

Lecture Notes


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Recognized of basic concepts of earth sciences related with civil engineering.
LO02 Solve probable problems on civil engineering projects related to earth sciences.
LO03 Classificate the formation of rocks and their properties.
LO04 Understand the significance of the geological material in civil engineering application.
LO05 Perceive the earthquake and groundwater geology.
LO06 Understand the landslide, tunnel and dam geology.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science, and discipline-specific topics in Civil Engineering; the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields to solve complex engineering problems.” 2
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Civil Engineering problems; and the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.” 3
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “The ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specified requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; and the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.”
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “The ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Civil Engineering applications; and the ability to use information technologies effectively.” 4
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “The ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, and analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex Civil Engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.”
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “The ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; and the ability to work independently.” 4
PLO07 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “The ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form; proficiency in at least one foreign language; the 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 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously improve oneself.” 2
PLO09 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “Acting in accordance with ethical principles, having professional and ethical responsibility, and having knowledge of the standards used in engineering practices.” 2
PLO10 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “Knowledge of business-life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; and knowledge about sustainable development.”
PLO11 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “Knowledge of the universal and social impacts of Civil Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, as well as the contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering; and awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.”


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction of geology (Definition of geology, its subdisciplines and its relationship with civil engineering) There are no prerequisites. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
2 Structure at earth crust Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
3 Physical and chemical properties of minerals Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
4 Igneous rocks Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
5 Sedimantary rocks Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
6 Metamorphic rocks Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
7 Structure of rocks Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
8 Mid-Term Exam Yöntem Seçilmemiş
9 Structure of gravel Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
10 Earthquakes and geology Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
11 Earthquake geology Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
12 Hydrogeology Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
13 Dam geology Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
14 Foundation engineering and geology Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
15 Land slides Literature and reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
16 Term Exams Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap
17 Term Exams Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
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 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 3 3
Final Exam 1 18 18
Total Workload (Hour) 105
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,20
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 09.05.2025 01:23