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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MDZ302 |
| Name | Soil Mechanics |
| Term | 2019-2020 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. AHMET DAĞ |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. AHMET MAHMUT KILIÇ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To teach soil mechanics, the physical and mechanical properties of soils and solve the engineering problems on soil mechanics.
Course Content
Introduction/ Engineering problems related to soils/ Index and physical properties of soils and their engineering classification/Principle of effective stress concept/Compressibility and consolidation theory/Triaxial compression and shear strength/Soil behavior under different stress conditions/Bearing capacity of shallow foundations constructed on soils, settlement concept and related calculation methods.
Course Precondition
MMD101 Matematik
Resources
Notes
Ders Notu ve Kitaplar
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Understands the importance of soil mechanics in mining engineering. |
| LO02 | Gains competence on soil researches for different types of engineering applications. |
| LO03 | Uses physical, mathematical and jeological knowledge on geoscience engineering problems. |
| LO04 | Understands of Physical Properties of Soils, |
| LO05 | Understands of Weight and Volume Relationships of soils. |
| LO06 | Applies the Physical Properties of Soils and Laboratory Experiments for Determining These Properties. |
| LO07 | Applies the Physical Properties of Soils and area Experiments for Determining These Properties. |
| LO08 | Understands Physical and Index Properties of Soils. |
| LO09 | Understands Theory of compaction and consolidation, consolidation experiment. |
| LO10 | Applies the compaction and compaction experiment. |
| LO11 | Applies Soil Improvement Methods, Occupational Health and Safety. |
| LO12 | Applies Occupational Health and Safety Practices for Soil Mechanics . |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Students gain adequate knowledge about the engineering fields in the branches of mathematics, physical sciences or their own branches | 3 |
| PLO02 | - | Students use the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, physical sciences and their fields for engineering solutions | 4 |
| PLO03 | - | Students choose and use the appropriate analytical mehtods and modelling techniques to identify, formulate, and solve the engineering problems | 3 |
| PLO04 | - | Students design and carry out experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret the results. | 2 |
| PLO05 | - | Students gain the capacity to analyze a system, a component, and desing the process under realistic constraints to meet the desired requirements; and the ability to apply the methods of modern design accordingly | 4 |
| PLO06 | - | Students choose and use the modern technical tools necessary for engineering practice. | 4 |
| PLO07 | - | Students gain the ability to work effectively both as an individual and in multi-disciplinary teams. | 3 |
| PLO08 | - | Students follow the current developments in their fields with a recognition of the need for lifelong learning and constantly improve themselves | 3 |
| PLO09 | - | Students use the resources of information and databases for the purpose of doing research and accesing information. | 4 |
| PLO10 | - | Students follow the scientific and technological developments in recognition of the need for lifelong learning, and continuously keep their knowledge up to date. | 3 |
| PLO11 | - | Students use the information and communication technologies together with the computer software at the level required by the European Computer Driving Licence. | 3 |
| PLO12 | - | Students use a foreign language according to the general level of European Language Portfolio B1 to communicate effectively in oral and written form. | 4 |
| PLO13 | - | Students gain the ability to communicate using technical drawing. | 4 |
| PLO14 | - | Students become informed of professional and ethical responsibility. | 4 |
| PLO15 | - | Students develop an awareness as regards project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; and the legal implications of engineering applications. | 5 |
| PLO16 | - | Students develop an awareness of the universal and social effects of engineering solutions and applications, the entrepreneurship and innovation subjects and gain knowledge of contemporary issues | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Soil Mechanics | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 2 | Physical Properties of Soils, Weight and Volume Relationships of soils. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 3 | Physical Properties of Soils and Experiments of determination of these properties (laboratory) | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 4 | Physical Properties of Soils and Experiments of determination of these properties (area) | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 5 | Solvable Problems | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 6 | Plasticity Properties of Soil and Determination of these properties Experiments | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 7 | Plasticity Properties of Soil and Determination of these properties Experiments | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 9 | Physical and Index Properties of Soils | Review and problem solving | |
| 10 | sample applications | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 11 | Classification of Soil and sample applications | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 12 | Theory of compaction and consolidation, consolidation experiment | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 13 | Compaction and Compaction experiment. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 14 | Soil Improvement Methods, Occupational Health and Safety Practices for Soil Mechanics . | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 15 | Soil Improvement Methods, Occupational Health and Safety Practices for Soil Mechanics . | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review and problem solving | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review and problem solving |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 20 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 80 |
| 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 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 116 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,64 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||