| CIVIL ENGINEERING | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| CEN3022 | Foundation Engineering | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Must Course |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Hybrid |
| Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HABİB CEM YENİDOĞAN |
| Course Objectives: | • Geotechnical applications using principals of soil mechanics • Understanding the soil exploration and soil characterization methods for the design • Understanding the calculation of bearing capacity and settlement analysis for shallow and deep foundations • Understanding analysis and design of earth retaining structures • Overview of recent developments regarding the behavior of natural soil deposits • Overview of case studies and benchmark geotechnical applications |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; -To learn about types and purposes of using different foundation systems for structures. -To provide students with exposure to the systematic methods for designing foundations. To discuss and evaluate the feasibility of foundation solutions to different types of soil conditions considering the time effect on soil behavior. |
| Application of soil mechanics to design of foundations. Methods for site classification and soil exploration. Allowable bearing capacity and settlements for shallow and deep foundations. Design of earth retaining structures. Deep Excavations Case studies. |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction | |
| 2) | Site exploration and characterization | |
| 3) | Lateral earth pressure | |
| 4) | Earth retaining structures | |
| 5) | Earth retaining structures | |
| 6) | Shallow foundations | |
| 7) | Shallow foundations | |
| 8) | Shallow foundations | |
| 9) | Midterm | |
| 10) | Shallow foundations | |
| 11) | Deep foundations | |
| 12) | Deep foundations | |
| 13) | Deep foundations | |
| 14) | Deep foundations |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Das, B. M., & Sivakugan, N., PRINCIPLES OF FOUNDATION ENGINEERING, 9th Edition Edition, 2018, Cengage Learning. MindTap uygulaması Derin kazı ile ilgili makaleler |
| References: | Das, B. M., & Sivakugan, N., PRINCIPLES OF FOUNDATION ENGINEERING, 9th Edition Edition, 2018, Cengage Learning. MindTap uygulaması Das, B. M., & Sivakugan, N. Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering, 5th Edition, 2015, Cengage Learning. (A copy is available at the reserved section in the library.Supplementary Resource) Coduto, D.P., Kitch, W.A., Yeung, M.A. Foundation Design: Principles and Practices, 3rd Edition, 2016, Prentice Hall. |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Midterms | 1 | % 50 |
| Final | 1 | % 50 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 13 | 3 | 39 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 113 | ||
| 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. | 5 |
| 2) | Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | 5 |
| 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. | 4 |
| 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. | 4 |
| 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. | |
| 7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. | |
| 8) | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology. | 3 |
| 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 |