IMS437 Soil Mechanics 3

5 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 7. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
CIVIL ENGINEERING PR.
Code IMS437
Name Soil Mechanics 3
Term 2025-2026 Academic Year
Semester 7. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 5 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. ABDULAZİM YILDIZ
Course Instructor
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.


Course Goal / Objective

To have detailed knowledge about soil mechanics

Course Content

Pressure distribution beneath the foundations, rigid and flexible foundations Consolidation theory Evaluation of coefficient of consolidation by log time and root time methods Loading under drained and undrained conditions Slope stability Ground improvement techniques

Course Precondition

Soil Mechanics 1 and 2

Resources

Soil Mechanics (Kutay Özaydın)

Notes

Soil Mechanic Problems (Vahit Kumbasar)


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Information on foundation pressure distribution
LO02 Information on rigid and flexible foundation
LO03 Having detailed knowledge about consolidation
LO04 Learning the soil improvement methods


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.” 4
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.” 4
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.” 5
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.” 3
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal “The ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; and the ability to work independently.”
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.”
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.”
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 Pressure distribution beneath the foundations Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
2 Design of shallow footings Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
3 rigid and flexible foundations Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
4 Settlement in foundations Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
5 Consolidation settlement Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
6 Consolidation theory Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
7 Secondary Consolidation Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
8 Mid-Term Exam exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 reinforced earth structure Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
10 Loading under drained and undrained conditions Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
11 Slope stability Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
12 Ground improvement techniques Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
13 Preloading method Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
14 Stone Column Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
15 Jet-grouting method Lecture Notes Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
16 Term Exams Exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


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 12 12
Final Exam 1 18 18
Total Workload (Hour) 114
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,56
ECTS 5 ECTS

Update Time: 09.05.2025 01:42