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| Code | INT255 |
| Name | Soil Mechanics I |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 3. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Ön Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Uzaktan Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör.Dr. ALİ GÖKOĞLU |
| Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör.Dr. ALİ GÖKOĞLU
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
To learn basic concepts, properties about soil and to emphasize the importance of ground survey
Course Content
Unit Conversion, Disturbed and undisturbed sample taking from the study area, Physical properties of soils and their determination, Particle size analysis (Hydrometer analysis), Particle size analysis (Sieve analysis), Atterberg Limits (Liquid limit, plastic limit, shrinkage limit), Classification of soils, Hydrogeological properties of soils
Course Precondition
None
Resources
HOLTZ, R. D., and KOVACS, W., D., 1981. An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering. Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey (Translated by KAYABALI, K., 2002. Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering, Gazi Publishing House, Ankara) , 723p.
Notes
Lecture Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns basic concepts, properties about soil and comprehends the importance of ground survey |
| LO02 | Learns and applies disturbed and undisturbed sample taking from the study area |
| LO03 | Learns and identifies physical properties of soils and their determination |
| LO04 | Performs particle size analysis (Hydrometer analysis - Sieve analysis) |
| LO05 | Learns and identifies Atterberg Limits (Liquid limit, plastic limit, shrinkage limit) |
| LO06 | Learns soil kinds and classifies soils |
| LO07 | Learns and identifies hydrogeological properties of soils |
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. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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 | Unit Conversion | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 2 | Disturbed and undisturbed sample taking from the study area | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 3 | Physical properties of soils and their determination-1 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 4 | Physical properties of soils and their determination-2 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 5 | Particle size analysis (Hydrometer analysis)-1 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 6 | Particle size analysis (Hydrometer analysis)-2 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 7 | Particle size analysis (Sieve analysis)-1 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Particle size analysis (Sieve analysis)-2 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 10 | Atterberg Limits (Liquid limit, plastic limit, shrinkage limit)-1 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 11 | Atterberg Limits (Liquid limit, plastic limit, shrinkage limit)-2 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 12 | Classification of soils-1 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 13 | Classification of soils-2 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 14 | Hydrogeological properties of soils-1 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 15 | Hydrogeological properties of soils-2 | To be studied from the lecture notes of the subject, practice | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
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 | 4 | 56 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 114 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,56 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||