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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MDZ302 |
| Name | Soil Mechanics |
| Term | 2024-2025 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 | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses 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
Lecture Notes and Books
Notes
Internet Resources, Scientific Articles, Seminar, Symposium and Congress Books, Higher Education Theses
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the role and importance of soil mechanics in mining engineering. |
| LO02 | Develops competence in soil investigations for various engineering structures. |
| LO03 | Applies mathematical, physical, and geological knowledge to solve geoscience engineering problems. |
| LO04 | Identifies the physical properties of soils. |
| LO05 | Describes the weight and volume relationships of soils. |
| LO06 | Conducts laboratory tests to determine the physical properties of soils. |
| LO07 | Conducts field tests to determine the physical properties of soils. |
| LO08 | Identifies the physical and index properties of soils. |
| LO09 | Explains the theory of compaction and consolidation and conducts the consolidation test. |
| LO10 | Explains the theory of compaction and performs the compaction test. |
| LO11 | Explains occupational health and safety practices in soil improvement methods. |
| LO12 | Compares occupational health and safety practices in soil mechanics. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students has sufficient knowledge on theoretical and applied subjects in the light of contemporary knowledge and scientific approaches in the field of mining. | |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge she has received in the field of mining in multidisciplinary studies to produce solutions to the problems she has encountered. | 2 |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Analyzes problems with the help of up-to-date information and makes inferences for solutions. | 2 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It applies physical, chemical, mechanical and mineralogical analyzes in accordance with TSE standards in field studies or laboratory conditions. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Has the ability to analyze the engineering plans. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It dominates the machinery park in mining enterprises and can use them for the execution of mining activities. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Students has the ability to solve the problems she encounters by working individually or in a team with other disciplines. | 3 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It constantly follows the developments in the mining field, as it knows that the information is not static. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It can use printed publications or databases to obtain the necessary information in mining processes. | 1 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | He/she carries out all his/her work in a planned way in order to constantly improve himself/herself and increase her knowledge level. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses computers and other electronic resources in mining. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses at least one foreign language at B1 General Level in order to communicate and access information. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Performs technical drawings by thinking in three dimensions in the studies she has done in her field. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It has the awareness of adhering to moral and ethical values while carrying out its mining activities. | 1 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It is aware of the need to prioritize the environment and the health of employees, as it has an infrastructure on Occupational Health and Safety awareness in mining and their legal obligations. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows that the solutions to the problems in the mining field affect societies and communities, so they have information about the innovative applications and models developed. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Soil Mechanics | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri, Benzetim, Örnek Olay |
| 2 | Physical Properties of Soils | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Problem Çözme |
| 3 | Soil Properties | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Beyin Fırtınası, Problem Çözme |
| 4 | Physical Properties of Soils and Experiments of determination of these properties (in situ) | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Problem Çözme |
| 5 | Solvable Problems | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Beyin Fırtınası, Problem Çözme |
| 6 | Plasticity Properties of Soil | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 7 | Experiments to Determine the Plasticity Properties of Soils | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Beyin Fırtınası, Problem Çözme |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Deney / Laboratuvar, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 9 | Physical and Index Properties of Soils | Review and problem solving | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Benzetim, Problem Çözme |
| 10 | Sample Applications | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Örnek Olay, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 11 | Classification of Soil and sample applications | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Benzetim, Problem Çözme |
| 12 | Theory of compaction and consolidation, consolidation experiment | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Örnek Olay, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 13 | Compaction and Compaction experiment. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Deney / Laboratuvar, Bireysel Çalışma, Problem Çözme |
| 14 | Soil Improvement | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösteri, Deney / Laboratuvar, Bireysel Çalışma, Problem Çözme |
| 15 | Occupational Health and Safety Applications in Soil Mechanics | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri, Problem Çözme |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review and problem solving | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Bireysel Çalışma |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review and problem solving | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Bireysel Çalışma |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| 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 | ||