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Information
| Code | JS326 |
| Name | Natural Building Materials |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 2 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. SEDAT TÜRKMEN |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
To teac the development of search and find method of all kinds of natural consrution materials, search techniques, required experiments and criteria of usage of materials
Course Content
Classification of natural construction materials. Research techniques. Sampling and laboratory studies. Aggregate, soil and rock material laboratory tests. Reserve determination, use of standards. General features of natural construction materials using for dam and highway constructions, quality and quantity studies of natural building materials. Reporting.
Course Precondition
Take a soil mechanics course
Resources
Natural building construction materials Lecture notes
Notes
soil mechanics books
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns Search techniques |
| LO02 | Learn the necessary tests |
| LO03 | Learn the usage criteria of material |
| LO04 | Writing report technique |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and subjects specific to the discipline of geological engineering; ability to apply theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to complex engineering problems. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to identify, define, analyze, formulate, select (or develop) solution models and solve complex geology and geological engineering problems with the acquired knowledge. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to design and implement a complex system, process, device or product related to Geology and Geological Engineering using modern design methods to meet the needs under realistic constraints and conditions. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | The ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of a complex problem encountered in Geology and Geological Engineering applications and the ability to use information technologies effectively. | 3 |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | The ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results, and design and conduct experiments to investigate complex engineering problems or research topics specific to the discipline of Geology and Geological Engineering. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | 3 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The ability to communicate effectively in oral and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | 2 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously renew oneself. | 2 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Acting in accordance with ethical principles when solving engineering problems, awareness of professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge of standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knowledge of business life practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development. | 2 |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knowledge about the global and societal effects on health, environment and safety in the solution of Geology and Geological Engineering applications and the problems of the era reflected in the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | 3 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classification of natural building materials | reading | |
| 2 | Research on natural building materials | reading | |
| 3 | Natural consruction materials research (preliminary studies, detailed studies, the application phase and post-surveys) | reading | |
| 4 | Sampling methods, (disturbed, undisturbed and core samples) | Lecture,presentation | |
| 5 | Soil material research, laboratory tests (drilling, exploration pits, geophysical methods, laboratory work, etc.), | Lecture,presentation | |
| 6 | Aggregate research, sampling and laboratory tests (drilling, exploration pits, geophysical methods, laboratory work, etc.) | Lecture,presentation | |
| 7 | Rock Materials research and laboratory tests | Lecture,presentation | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | written examination | |
| 9 | Natural building materials and their properties used in dams construction | Lecture,presentation | |
| 10 | Rock-fill structures and properties of rock fill materials, used in harbor structures | Lecture,presentation | |
| 11 | Natural building materials used in engineering structures such as highway, railway line and their properties | Lecture,presentation | |
| 12 | The evaluation of test results and standards of materials | Lecture,presentation | |
| 13 | Report techniques , materials research | Lecture,presentation | |
| 14 | 1. Technical Trip to quarries area | field observation | |
| 15 | 2. Technical Trip to quarries area | field observation | |
| 16 | Term Exams | written examination | |
| 17 | Term Exams | written examination |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 54 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,16 | ||
| ECTS | 2 ECTS | ||