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| Code | JZ412 |
| Name | Geotechnics |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. SEDAT TÜRKMEN |
| Course Instructor |
1 2 Prof. Dr. ŞAZİYE BOZDAĞ (A Group) (Asst. Ins.) Prof. Dr. TOLGA ÇAN (A Group) (Asst. Ins.) Prof. Dr. HASAN ÇETİN (A Group) (Asst. Ins.) |
Course Goal / Objective
To teach interdiciplinary study and techniques by performing applied projects related to the subjects thought in different specialities such as engineering geology, soil mechanics, rock mechanics, hydrogeology and GIS in Applied Geology.
Course Content
In-situ tests of rock and soil mechanics and calculations bearing capacity, Impermeability methods, Dam curtain design, tunnel excavation and support. Calculation of bearing capacity and settlement under eccentric loading in a plant site, buffer zone applications along active faults,
Course Precondition
To have taken soil mechanics, rock mechanics and Engineering geology courses
Resources
Geotechnical lecture notes and books
Notes
Engineering geology books
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Rock and ground mechanics gain skills in field experiments and calculation of bearing capacity |
| LO02 | Learn the impermeability methods |
| LO03 | Learn the dam geology |
| LO04 | Learn the Tunnel Geology |
| LO05 | For buildings under eccentric loads, it gains the ability to carry power and settle accounts. |
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. | |
| 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. | 5 |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | 2 |
| 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. | 1 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | 4 |
| 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. | 1 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | In situ test | Reading | |
| 2 | 1. Rock and soil mechanics in - situ tests; Pressuremeter, SPT, CPT, plate loading test | Reading | |
| 3 | 2. Rock and soil mechanics in - situ tests; Pressuremeter, SPT, CPT, plate loading test | Project based learning | |
| 4 | Impermeability and Dewatering methods | Project based learning | |
| 5 | Impermeability of dam site | Lecture | |
| 6 | Impermeability curtain design of dam foundation | Lecture | |
| 7 | Tunnel excavation and support systems | Lecture | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Written Examination | |
| 9 | 1. Calculation of bearing capacity under eccentric loading in a plant site | Lecture | |
| 10 | Settlement calculation for the structures in the same plant site | Lecture | |
| 11 | 2. Examples for buffer zone determinations along active faults | Lecture | |
| 12 | Groundwater and geotechnical problems | Lecture | |
| 13 | Stability problems at the Çöllolar open mining site | Lecture | |
| 14 | GIS applications at the Çöllolar open mining site | Lecture | |
| 15 | Soil investigation | Lecture | |
| 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 | 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 | ||