Civil Engineering (English)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

CE315

Course Name:

Earthwork and Railway Const.

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	4

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

CE228 - Surveying

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Assoc. Prof. SELİM DÜNDAR

Course Lecturer(s):

Assoc. Prof. SELİM DÜNDAR

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The purpose of this course is to explain the earthwork process and introduce the design of a railway. The topics covered in this class includes: Introduction to earthworks. Volumes of fills and cuts. Mass diagram. Optimization of earth moving. Excavation methods and machines. Excavators and dampers. Introduction to railroad engineering. Train dynamics. Geometric standards of track. Gradients, curves, transition curves, location of track, superstructure elements and materials. Layout of track.

Course Content:

Determine the earthwork amounts of transportation projects
Determine the cost of earthworks projects.
Describe types and main parts of railway cars
Determine tractive properties of railway rolling stock
Describe different types of grades used in railways
Design railway projects
Determine the number of rolling stock that must be operated to fulfill the demand
Select and design railway infrastructure elements

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Describe types and main parts of railway cars
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Determine the earthwork amounts of transportation projects
2) Determine the cost of earthworks projects
3) Determine tractive properties of railway rolling stock
4) Describe different types of grades used in railways
5) Design railway projects
6) Determine the number of rolling stock that must be operated to fulfill the demand
7) Select and design railway infrastructure elements
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Transportation Introduction to earthworks Introduction to railways
2)	Descriptions Extents of transportation engineering Role and function of transportation Transportation as a system Classification of the transportation system Properties of transportation subsystems and modes Components of a transportation subsystem Transportation system of Turkey Railway transportation of Turkey
3)	Description of route and earthworks How to decrease the amount of earthworks Zero polygon study Route axis Route plan Route profile Cross-sections Transition area Cross-section types Cross-section components Slope Soils
4)	Areameter Graph paper Geometrical method Approximate analytical method Charts Analytical method Cross method
5)	Volume calculations Volume calculation between same type of cross-sections Volume calculation between different types of cross-sections
7)	Excavation and haulage costs Distribution of soil masses Brückner diagram
8)	Midterm exam
9)	Definition of railways The traditional and the new technologies Guided way concept Railway cars
10)	The general motion equation The trundling motion Resistances Movement stages
11)	Vertical geometry Grade types Constant resistance principle Grade calculations
12)	Horizontal geometry Horizontal curve Superelevation Transition curves
13)	Properties of railway traffic Calculations about railway traffic
14)	Rail Sleepers Ballast Infrastructure calculations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

“TOPRAK İŞLERİ”, Prof.Dr.Güngör Evren, Yrd.Doç.Dr. Selim Dündar, BirsenYayınevi, İstanbul, 2017
ISBN-9789755111940
“DEMİRYOLU”, Prof.Dr.Güngör Evren, Yrd.Doç.Dr. Selim Dündar, BirsenYayınevi, İstanbul, 2017
ISBN-9789755111933

References:

“Earthworks: A Guide”, N.A. Trenter, Thomas Telford Ltd., 2001
ISBN-9780727729668
“Railway Management and Engineering 4th Edition”, V.A. Proflilidis, Ashgate Publications, 2014
ISBN-9781409464631 “TOPRAK İŞLERİ ve DEMİRYOLU”, Prof.Dr.İnal Seçkin, ÇağlayanYayınevi, İstanbul, 2003
ISBN-9789754360479
“PRACTICAL RAILWAY ENGINEERING 2ND EDITION”, Clifford F. Bonnett, Imperial College Press, London, 2005
ISBN-9781860945151
“DEMİRYOLU MÜHENDİSLİĞİ”, Doç.Dr.Zübeyde Öztürk&Dr.Veysel Arlı, İstanbul Ulaşım A.Ş., İstanbul, 2009
ISBN-97860560958

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	4	5	6	7	8	3
Program Outcomes
1) Knowledge of mathematics, science, basic engineering, computational engineering, and subjects specific to the engineering discipline; the ability to use this knowledge in solving complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate and analyze complex engineering problems using fundamental knowledge of science, mathematics, and engineering, while considering UN Sustainable Development Goals.
3) Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems; the skill to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products considering realistic constraints and conditions.
4) Ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, for analyzing and solving complex engineering problems.
5) Ability to use research methods to investigate complex engineering problems, including literature research, experimental design, experimentation, data collection, analysis and interpretation.
6) Ability to work effectively individually and as a member or leader in intra‑disciplinary and multi‑disciplinary teams (face‑to‑face, remote, or hybrid).
7) Ability to communicate effectively on technical topics verbally and in writing, considering various differences (education, language, profession) of the target audience.
8) Lifelong learning ability, encompassing the capacity to learn independently and continuously, to adapt to new and emerging technologies, and to think critically about technological changes.
9) Acting according to engineering professional principles; knowledge of ethical responsibility and awareness of inclusive and non‑discriminatory behavior.
10) Knowledge about business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
11) Knowledge about the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability and environment, while considering UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of legal implications of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Knowledge of mathematics, science, basic engineering, computational engineering, and subjects specific to the engineering discipline; the ability to use this knowledge in solving complex engineering problems.
2)	Ability to identify, formulate and analyze complex engineering problems using fundamental knowledge of science, mathematics, and engineering, while considering UN Sustainable Development Goals.	5
3)	Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems; the skill to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products considering realistic constraints and conditions.
4)	Ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, for analyzing and solving complex engineering problems.
5)	Ability to use research methods to investigate complex engineering problems, including literature research, experimental design, experimentation, data collection, analysis and interpretation.
6)	Ability to work effectively individually and as a member or leader in intra‑disciplinary and multi‑disciplinary teams (face‑to‑face, remote, or hybrid).
7)	Ability to communicate effectively on technical topics verbally and in writing, considering various differences (education, language, profession) of the target audience.
8)	Lifelong learning ability, encompassing the capacity to learn independently and continuously, to adapt to new and emerging technologies, and to think critically about technological changes.
9)	Acting according to engineering professional principles; knowledge of ethical responsibility and awareness of inclusive and non‑discriminatory behavior.
10)	Knowledge about business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
11)	Knowledge about the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability and environment, while considering UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of legal implications of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Lesson

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	5	70
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			116