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| Unit | CEYHAN VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | INT128 |
| Name | Geotechnical Field Tests |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 2. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Ön Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | FE Field Education Courses E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör. MUHAMMET DİNGİL |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The primary intent of this course centers on instructing construction technician candidates in the practical execution of field tests and measurement techniques applied during soil investigations. Equipping students to effectively manage on-site drilling operations stands as a core goal. They must learn to conduct or oversee geotechnical field tests in strict compliance with established standards. Accurately processing raw site data matters just as much. Ultimately, we aim to build their capacity to compile comprehensive geotechnical data reports that align with current legal frameworks.
Course Content
Planning soil investigations alongside various drilling techniques. Equipment specifics and practical execution of the Standard Penetration Test (SPT). Testing procedures for Cone Penetration (CPT/CPTu), Dilatometer (DMT), Pressuremeter (PMT), and Field Vane Shear (FVT). Measuring in-situ permeability. Plate Load Test (PLT) and California Bearing Ratio (CBR) applications designed for shallow soils and road infrastructure. Geophysical survey methods. Monitoring groundwater levels and installing piezometers. Geotechnical instrumentation involving inclinometers and extensometers, culminating in the entire workflow of preparing a geotechnical data report.
Course Precondition
No prerequisites
Resources
Lecture Notes
Notes
TS EN ISO 22476 Series: Geotechnical Studies and Tests - Field Tests.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines the stages of geotechnical site investigations and selects appropriate drilling and sampling techniques tailored to the planned project. |
| LO02 | Knows the application standards for fundamental field tests like SPT, CPT, DMT, and PMT, ensuring their correct execution on site. |
| LO03 | Records data derived from field tests (blow counts, resistance readings, etc.) flawlessly and generates boring logs in accordance with technical rules. |
| LO04 | Provides technical support for field measurements by grasping the operating logic of geophysical methods and geotechnical instrumentation devices (like inclinometers). |
| LO05 | Manages reporting workflows by organizing field data into the "Geotechnical Data Report" format within the boundaries of existing legal regulations. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Learns basic knowledge in the field of Mathematics, Science and Construction Technology on top of the qualifications gained in general or vocational secondary education. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Learns the classification of buildings, the construction methods to be used according to this classification, the construction of the buildings in accordance with the projects and specifications, the information that will fulfill the duties expected from the construction technician in the execution of the works related to the construction technology. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Learns the main materials used in the construction of buildings, properties of materials, classification of floors. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Learns the project, specifications, insurance, tax and health institutions legislation, tender processes for construction works and the main components of contracts, covering their own field. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interprets architectural and static projects, specifications, contracts, study reports for floors. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Learns the bureaucratic procedures with official institutions related to construction works. | |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops solution proposals by identifying general problems encountered in building construction or ground works by using theoretical knowledge and skills. | 4 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interprets the data obtained from the construction works at the construction site and presents a report to the superiors about the developments. | |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Arranges progress payment by making the quantity and discovery (cost) procedures related to the building. | |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Makes drawings of architectural and static (reinforced concrete projects) prepared by the relevant technical staff. | |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the designs, applications or thoughts related to construction technology, and the solutions clearly, if any, to his colleagues, superiors, and the people and groups they serve. | |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Evaluates the topographic structure of the construction site and uses measuring instruments to detect this structure. | |
| PLO13 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Works independently by using the knowledge and skills she has gained and supervises the personnel. | |
| PLO14 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the projects, applications and studies related to construction technology to the related people clearly and effectively and work as a team accordingly. | |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Critically looks at her/his knowledge of construction technology-related issues. | |
| PLO16 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Always identify situations that require learning by exchanging information, and thus gains the awareness of continuous learning. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | In addition to having basic computer skills, he/she uses office and database programs. | |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Follows the information in the field and communicates with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the A2 General Level of the European Language Portfolio. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Gains communication skills that will establish relations with the public as well as the personnel he/she works with. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | In addition to having occupational health and safety, quality assurance and standard, environmental protection knowledge and ethical values related to her profession, she/he also gains the awareness of observing social, scientific and moral values. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering: Soil Investigations and Site Exploration | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 2 | Standard Penetration Test (SPT) - I: Testing Equipment and Sampling | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 3 | Standard Penetration Test (SPT) - II: Field Records and Boring Logs | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 4 | Cone Penetration Test (CPT / CPTu) | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 5 | Dilatometer Test (DMT) | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 6 | Pressuremeter Test (PMT) | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 7 | Field Vane Shear Test (FVT) | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Plate Load Test (PLT) and California Bearing Ratio (CBR) Test | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 10 | Geophysical Methods - I: Seismic Refraction | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 11 | Geophysical Methods - II: Electrical Resistivity | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 12 | Groundwater Observations and Piezometer Installation | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 13 | Geotechnical Instrumentation: Inclinometers and Extensometers | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 14 | Soil and Foundation Investigation Application Principles and Report Format | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 15 | The Concept of Geotechnical Reports: Data Report Preparation | Studying the subject matter through lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | 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 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 85 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,40 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||