BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
| CIVIL ENGINEERING | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
Course Introduction and Application Information
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| CEN1001 | Introduction to Civil Engineering | Fall | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
Basic information
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Must Course |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İREM ŞANAL |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İREM ŞANAL |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | Civil engineering basis are given as theoretical and implementative in the context of the course |
| Course Objectives: | Introduce students to the fundamentals of civil engineering |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Introduction to engineering ethics, engineering problem solving, systems of units and dimensions, and report preparation. An introduction to the fundamental principles of civil engineering and civil engineering history. Definition of sustainability and the use sustainable materials in civil engineering. An overview of civil engineering disciplines including structural, environmental, geotechnical, hydraulic, and transportation engineering and construction magagement. Adresses physical principles, elementary design problems, and important problems in each area. |
Course Content
| Basis of civil engineering, engineering characteristics, engineering notion, relation of civil engineering and other engineering disciplines, construction materials, basis of construction operation, design concepts in civil engineering |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | ||
| 1) | Welcome to civil engineering, Introduction to civil engineering curriculum at BAU, main branches of civil engineering | |
| 2) | What is engineering? What is civil engineering? Geotechnical Engineering. | |
| 3) | Materials Engineering | |
| 4) | Transportation Engineering | |
| 5) | Coastal Engineering | |
| 6) | Special Construction Techniques | |
| 7) | Structural Engineering | |
| 8) | Technical Trip | |
| 9) | Seminar: Civil Engineering Professionals | |
| 10) | Presentations | |
| 11) | Presentations | |
| 12) | Presentations | |
| 13) | Presentations | |
| 14) | Presentatitons and Report Submissions- Due date |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Derste Verilen Notlar / Lecture Notes |
| References: | Handouts |
Evaluation System
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Presentation | 1 | % 40 |
| Final | 1 | % 60 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 40 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
ECTS / Workload Table
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 11 | 2 | 22 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 9 | 126 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 159 | ||
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| 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. | 1 |
| 2) | Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | 1 |
| 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. | 2 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 5) | Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics. | 1 |
| 6) | Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. | 4 |
| 7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. | 1 |
| 8) | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology. | 4 |
| 9) | To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety. | 1 |
| 10) | Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | 4 |
| 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. | 4 |