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Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
SOME BASIC CONCEPTS IN CHEMISTRY.
Measurement. SI (Metric) Units. Uncertainties in Scientific Measurements. Significant Figures. Dimensional Analysis in Unit Conversions. The Mole Concept. Chemical Compounds and Their Formulas.
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Review of topics |
2) |
CHEMICAL REACTIONS
Writing Chemical Reaction Equations. Stoichiometry in Chemical Equations. Stoichiometry of Chemical Reactions Occuring in Aqueous Solutions. Concentration Concept: Percent by Mass and Molarity. Limiting and Excess Reactants. |
Review of topics |
3) |
Theoretical Yield, Actual Yield, and Percent Yield in Chemical Reactions.
INTRODUCTION TO REACTIONS IN AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS
The Nature of Aqueous Solutions: Solutions of Electrolytes and Nonelectrolytes. Precipitation Reactions. Some Properties of Acids and Bases. pH and pOH Concepts.
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Review of topics |
4) |
Acid-Base (Neutralization) Reactions. Oxidation-Reduction (Redox) Reactions.
GASES
State Variables for Gases. Ideal Gas Equation. |
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5) |
Gas Densities. Gas Mixtures. Kinetic Theory of Gases. Gas Properties Related to Kinetic Theory: Diffusion and Effusion. Nonideal (Real) Gases.
THERMOCHEMISTRY
Basic Terms in Thermochemistry.
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Review of topics |
6) |
Heat. Experimental Determination of Heats of Reaction: Calorimeters. PressurexVolume Work in Chemical Reactions. First Law of Thermodynamics. The Concept of Enthalpy and Its Application to Chemical Reactions. |
Review of topics |
7) |
Standard Enthalpies of Formation. Calculating Standard Enthalpy Changes of Chemical Reactions.
CHEMICAL BONDING
Electron Configurations of Elements. A General Look at the Periodic Table. Lewis Theory of Chemical Bonding. Ionic Bond and Covalent Bond. Lewis Symbols and Lewis Structures.
1st Mid-Term |
Review of Topics |
8) |
Polar and Nonpolar Covalent Bonds. Writing Lewis Structures of Molecules and Ions Containing More than Two Atoms. Formal Charge Concept. Resonance. |
Review of Topics |
9) |
Shapes of Molecules. Polarity of Molecules, the Concept of Dipole Moment. Hybridization and Hybrid Orbitals.
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Review of the Previous Topics. |
10) |
Sigma and Pi Bonds.
INTERMOLECULAR FORCES: LIQUIDS AND SOLIDS
Intermolecular Forces. Surface Tension. |
Review of topics |
11) |
Viscosity of Liquids. Vaporization, Enthalpy of Vaporization, Vapor Pressure of Liquids. Boiling of Liquids.
2nd Mid-Term |
Review of Topics |
12) |
Critical Temperature and Critical Pressure. Liquefaction of Gases. Some Properties of Solids. Phase Diagrams. |
Review of topics |
13) |
SOLUTIONS AND THEIR PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Concentration Concept in Solutions: Percent by Mass, Molarity, Mole Fraction, Molality, Parts Per Million. Intermolecular Forces and the Solution Process. Solubility. Colligative Properties of Solutions.
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Review of topics |
14) |
Vapor Pressure Lowering, Osmotic Pressure, Boiling Point Elevation, Freezing Point Depression in Solutions of Nonelectrolytes. Vapor Pressure Lowering, Osmotic Pressure, Boiling Point Elevation, Freezing Point Depression in Solutions of Electrolytes. Colloidal Mixtures. |
Review of Topics |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. |
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2) |
Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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3) |
Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
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4) |
Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively. |
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5) |
Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics. |
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6) |
Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. |
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7) |
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. |
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8) |
Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology. |
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9) |
To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety. |
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10) |
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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11) |
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions. |
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