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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| CIVIL ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | IMS404 |
| Name | Design of dams |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. 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. HATİCE ÇAĞATAY |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
To learn design of reservoir capacity.
Course Content
Types and purpose of dams. Hydraulic design of dams. Determination of reservoir capacity and dam height.
Course Precondition
Water Resources lecture
Resources
Lecture note
Notes
Design of Small Dams
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Types and purpose of dams |
| LO02 | Zones of storage in a reservoir |
| LO03 | Calculations of dead storage |
| LO04 | Determination of monthly, annual supply and demand |
| LO05 | Calculations of active storage.. |
| LO06 | Flood routing and determination of flood control storage. |
| LO07 | Calculation of freeboard and dam height. |
| LO08 | Hydraulic design of spillways |
| LO09 | Drawing of the spillway profile |
| LO10 | Design of stilling basin |
| LO11 | Slope stability analysis on earthfill dams |
| LO12 | Determination of cross-section on arch dams |
| LO13 | Scaled drawings of dam cross-section |
| LO14 | Scaled drawings of dam plan view on topographic map. |
| LO15 | General overview of all lectures |
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.” | |
| 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.” | 2 |
| 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.” | 3 |
| 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.” | 3 |
| 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.” | |
| 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.” | 3 |
| 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 | Types and purpose of dams | Water resources-2 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Zones of storage in a reservoir | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Calculations of dead storage | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | Calculations of active storage.. | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Flood routing and determination of flood control storage. | Advanced Hydrology course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | Calculation of freeboard and dam height. | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Design of spillways | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | First 7 sections | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 9 | Drawing of the spillway profile | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 10 | Design of stilling basin | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | Slope stability analysis on earthfill dams | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 12 | Determination of cross-section on arch dams | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 13 | Scaled drawings of dam cross-section | Autocad program | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 14 | Scaled drawings of dam plan view on topographic map. | Water resources-2 course | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 15 | General overview | All subjects | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 16 | Term Exams | All subjects | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Proje / Tasarım |
| 17 | Term Exams | All subjects | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Performans Değerlendirmesi |
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 | ||