CE568 Numerical Methods in Soil MechanicsIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Civil Engineering with ThesisGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Civil Engineering with Thesis
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code: CE568
Course Name: Numerical Methods in Soil Mechanics
Course Semester: Fall
Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 10
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Department Elective
Course Level:
Master TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Second Cycle EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi SAEID ZARDARI
Course Lecturer(s): Öğr.Gör. HAKAN ALPER KAMİLOĞLU
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: -Learning Numerical modeling for solving geotechnical engineering problems
Course Content: -Numerical modeling and geotechnical engineering applications / Finite elements and constitutive equations for geological environments / Geotechnical applications of finite element method, interface elements, discontinuities, simulation of construction steps / Stress-strain analysis / Water flow in permeable media / Consolidation / Geotechnical earthquake engineering. problems.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) -They will have information about basic concepts and theoretical models related to numerical methods.
2) -They will have information about the numerical methods used in geotechnical engineering.
3) -Students will gain the ability to solve geotechnical problems using numerical methods.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
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) -Introduction to Numerical Methods and classification of geotechnical engineering problems lecture notes
2) -Finite difference method and geotechnical engineering applications -lecture notes
3) -Introduction to the finite element method (FEM) -lecture notes
4) -One-dimensional stress-strain analysis -lecture notes
5) -one-dimensional stress-strain analysis. -lecture notes
6) -Bending in beams and composite bending-beam analysis on elastic foundation --lecture notes
7) -2D groundwater flow problems -lecture notes
8) Mİdterm -lecture notes
9) Constituency Relations in Geological Environments -lecture notes
10) -Soil-Structure interaction problems-Using interface elements -lecture notes
11) -Soil-Structure interaction problems-Using interface elements -lecture notes
12) -Non-linear analysis techniques -lecture notes
13) -Wave propagation on soils -lecture notes
14) Wave propagation on soils -lecture notes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Numerical Methods in Geotechnical Engineering, Chandrakant S. Desai, J.T. Christian (Text book 1 )
References: -Computational Geomechanics Series: Theory and Applications of Transport in Porous Media, Vol. 7 Verruijt, Arnold
Elementary finite element method, Chandrakant S. Desai

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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3

Program Outcomes
1) Describe the broad multidisciplinary scope of Civil Engineering and the interaction between related disciplines.
2) Repeats the current techniques and methods applied in the field of Civil Engineering, their limitations, effects and results.
3) Conducts applied research in the field of Civil Engineering, reaches the information in depth and in depth, evaluates and applies the information.
4) Applies modeling and experimental research; analyzes complex situations encountered in this process.
5) Uses advanced methods and software used in the field of technology and communication technologies.
6) Reaches in-depth and in-depth knowledge by performing applied research in the field of technology, evaluates and applies information.
7) Conveys the process and results of the studies systematically in written, oral and visual form in national and international environments in and out of civil engineering field.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Describe the broad multidisciplinary scope of Civil Engineering and the interaction between related disciplines. 3
2) Repeats the current techniques and methods applied in the field of Civil Engineering, their limitations, effects and results. 3
3) Conducts applied research in the field of Civil Engineering, reaches the information in depth and in depth, evaluates and applies the information. 3
4) Applies modeling and experimental research; analyzes complex situations encountered in this process. 3
5) Uses advanced methods and software used in the field of technology and communication technologies. 3
6) Reaches in-depth and in-depth knowledge by performing applied research in the field of technology, evaluates and applies information. 3
7) Conveys the process and results of the studies systematically in written, oral and visual form in national and international environments in and out of civil engineering field. 3

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Field Study

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 18 252
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 298