CE472 Durability of ConcreteIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Civil Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Civil Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: CE472
Course Name: Durability of Concrete
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 5
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Department Elective
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 : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi AHSANOLLAH BEGLARIGALE
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi AHSANOLLAH BEGLARIGALE
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: In this course, identification and mechanism of durability problems of reinforced concrete structures will be presented within the scope of this course. The possible physical, mechanical and chemical causes of deterioration will be evaluated and methods of repair & strengthening will be presented.
Course Content: The nature of concrete

Transition zone in concrete

Water as an agent of deterioration

Permeability

Classification of the causes of concrete deterioration

Freezing and thawing effect

Deterioration by fire

Hydrolysis of cement paste components

Sulfate attack

Alkali-silicate Reaction

Reactions involving formation of expansive products

Concrete in seawater & corrosion of embedded rebar

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Students will be able to define the pore structure and microstructure of concrete/cementitious matrix as well as the cracks in concrete. In addition, they will be able to identify the possible causes of cracks in concrete/reinforced concrete structures in terms of durability issues.
2) Students will be able to classify the causes of concrete/reinforced concrete deterioration due to physical and chemical actions. They will be able to explain the mechanisms of chemical attacks in concrete.
3) Students will be able to recommend methods of producing concrete resistant against physical and chemical deteriorative effects and to classify the possible precautions to increase the durability of concrete/reinforced concrete structures according to the level of external influences.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) Students will be able to make an effective literature survey about a durability issue in reinforced concrete structures. In addition, students will develop their scientific presentation skills.

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Concrete Presentation
2) Interfacial transition zone in concrete Presentation
3) Water Presentation
4) Permeability Presentation
5) Classification of the causes of concrete deterioration Presentation
6) Freezing and thawing effect Presentation
7) Deterioration due to fire Presentation
8) Çimento hamuru bileşenlerinin hidrolizi Presentation
9) Sülfat saldırısı Presentation
10) Alkali-silicate Reaction Presentation
11) Reactions involving formation of expansive products Presentation
12) Reactions involving formation of expansive products Presentation
13) Concrete in seawater & corrosion of embedded rebar Presentation
14) Concrete in seawater & corrosion of embedded rebar Presentation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Mindness, S., and Young, J.F., Concrete, Prentice Hall, Inc., Englewood Cliffs, 1981.

References: Baradan, B., Yazıcı, Ün, H. Beton ve Betonarme Yapılarda Kalıcılık (Durabilite). Türkiye Hazır Beton Birliği Yayınlar. 2010 (in Turkish)
Neville, A.M., Properties of Concrete, Longman Group Limited, Fourth Edition, 1995.

Woods, H., Durability of Concrete Construction, ACI Monograph No.4, 1968

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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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.
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
Lab
Homework
Report Writing

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

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

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Laboratory 3 3 9
Study Hours Out of Class 12 9 108
Homework Assignments 1 1 1
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 162