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) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about 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 engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.	5
3)	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4)	Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5)	Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6)	Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7)	Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8)	Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9)	Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10)	Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about 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 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