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Subject |
Related Preparation |
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-Definition of Geology and Construction Geology, its subject, fields of interest, its place in Civil Engineering; Plate Tectonics, Earthquakes (Occurrence mechanism, types, earthquake waves, magnitude, importance of earthquake in engineering works). |
-Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
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Substances that make up the earth's crust (Mineral and its properties, classifications, places of use, importance in engineering), Rock-forming mineral classes. |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
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Definition of rocks, igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks and their properties, their environments and forms of formation, engineering properties of rocks and areas of use. |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
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Resistance properties of rocks, structure and texture, tectonic deformations, strike and dip concepts, fold types, faults, discontinuities and their importance in engineering. |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
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Classification of rocks and discontinuities in terms of Civil Engineering, stability of rock slopes. Determination of the properties of discontinuities on the surface and in drillings, TCR; SCR RQD, Evaluation of soil survey drilling, determination of drilling depth and location, drilling tests and preparation and evaluation of drilling log. |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
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Mass Movements (Cryp, Landslide, rockfall, rock overturning, collapse, etc.) Causes, Measures, Basic Geology (The effect of geological factors on the selection of foundation type, foundation ground, road, Engineering Geology studies on routes), Tunnel-Metro route selections, geological Introducing and discussing engineering problems and precautions that may be encountered in environments with current examples. |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
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Engineering Geology Maps (Features, classification, topographic section preparation, geological section extraction and drawing the tunnel or subway route shown on the sections, engineering problems that may be encountered). |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
8) |
Dam Geology: Dams and geological criteria in dam construction; Types, properties, engineering geology studies in dam construction and factors affecting the selection of dam type and location, effects of rocks on dam construction and environment. |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
9) |
Midterm |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
10) |
Tunnel Geology: Tunnels and Geological Criteria in Tunnel Construction; Tunnel types, features, geological criteria to be considered in the selection of tunnel route, factors affecting the cost, excavation methods, events encountered in tunnel opening, stress distributions |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
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Classification of rocks in terms of tunneling, geological problems in tunnels, water, gas and heat problems in tunnels; tunneling methods etc. Effects of geological structure on stress state. |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
12) |
Groundwater (Important concepts related to groundwater, precipitation, sources, presence of water underground, aquifer types, karstic structures, groundwater level, types and changes, protection of groundwater, importance of groundwater in engineering) |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
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Drainage: Definition, surface drainage, underground drainage, drainage structures. |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
14) |
Geological, Engineering Geology and Geotechnical Studies: Definitions, features, differences, necessary studies and preparation of Geotechnical Survey Reports |
Tony Waltham, Foundations of Engineering Geology |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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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.
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Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose. |
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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.) |
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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. |
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Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions. |
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Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices. |
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Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. |
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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. |
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