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
CEN2004	Materials of Construction	Spring	2	2	3	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:	Effects of corrosion on construction materials
Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to familiarize students with the structures of various construction materials used in civil engineering applications and to tell the relationships between these properties and their areas of application. In this context, fundamental knowledge is given mainly on concrete, and also clay products, building stones, mineral aggregates, lime, gypsum, bituminuous materials, timber and polymers and also limitations in the usabilities of these materials are mentioned.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
(a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
(b) An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
(c) An ability to design a component or resulting performance to meet desired needs from construction materials
(d) An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
(h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions on performance of construction materials

Course Content

Introduction to materials of construction. Concrete. Masonry. Glass in construction. Metals in constructions. Timber. Polymers in construction. Bituminuous materials.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)
1)	Introduction to Materials of Construction
2)	CONCRETE- Describe the hydration process of cement. Introduce chemical and mineral admixtures.
3)	CONCRETE- Describe properties and role of aggregates in concrete. Fresh and early age properties of concrete.
4)	CONCRETE- Fundamentals of deformation of concrete. Basics of stress-strain behavior. Fundamentals of strength and failure of concrete.
5)	CONCRETE- Fundamentals of durability of concrete. Principles of statistical quality control of concrete.
6)	CONCRETE- Property-composition relations and basics of concrete mix design.
7)	Masonry- Materials for masonry. Introduction to masonry construction. Basics of structural behavior and failure of masonry. Allowable stress approach for masonry design. Introduction to reinforced masonry.
8)	Midterm
9)	Cement Based Fiber Composites- Properties of fibers. Principles of design of cement based fiber composites.
10)	POLYMERS and POLYMER COMPOSITES- Introduce types of polymers and fibers.
11)	POLYMERS and POLYMER COMPOSITES- Structure and design principles of polymer based fiber composites. Examples of end use of polymer composites.
12)	METALS- Iron-carbon alloys for structural use. Metal alloys in civil engineering.
13)	Polymers (fire-resistance properties of polymers, applications of polymers in the construction industry) - Paints (painting systems, some common types of paint)
14)	TIMBER- Introduction of nature made composite: wood. Structural Properties of timber

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Lecture Notes-Slides
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Laboratory	4	% 20
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	28
Laboratory	4	8
Study Hours Out of Class	15	105
Midterms	2	4
Paper Submission	4	4
Final	1	2
Total Workload		151

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.	2
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.	3
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.	3
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.	5
6)	Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills.	1
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.	2
8)	Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology.	2
9)	To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety.
10)	Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
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.	1