CE425 Special ConcretesIstanbul 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: CE425
Course Name: Special Concretes
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: To provide students with information about special concrete / cement based composites.

The aim of this course is to teach the production technology of different special concrete / cement based composites.
Course Content: GİRİŞ-İLERİ BETON TEKNOLOJİSİ

KENDİLİĞİNDEN YERLEŞEN BETON

LİF TAKVİYELİ BETONLAR

PÜSKÜRTME BETON

AĞIR BETON

SU ALTINDA BETON DÖKÜMÜ

YÜKSEK PERFORMANSLI BETON

UHPC, RPC, SIFCON / ÇİMENTO EASASLI KOMPOZİTLER

POLİMER KATKILI BETON

SİLİNDİRLE SIKIŞTIRILMIŞ BETON

VAKUMLU BETON

ALKALİLER İLE AKTİVE EDİLMİŞ MALZEMELER

KENDİ KENDİNE İYİLEŞEN ÇİMENTO ESASLI MALZEMELER

3D YAZDIRILABİLİR ÇİMENTO ESASLI MALZEMELER

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Students will be able to define the basic principles of advanced concrete technology.
2) Students will be able to comprehend the design and production technology of different special concretes/cementitious composites.
3) Students will be able to define the rheological properties, microstructures and mechanical properties of different special concretes/cement based composites. Thus, they will be able to decide which special concrete/cementitious composite type will be more suitable for which application.
4) Students will be able to examine the behavior of special concretes/cementitious composites under different loads.
5) Students will be able to make an effective literature review/survey about a special concrete/cementitious composite. In addition, students will develop their scientific presentation skills.
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-ADVANCED CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY Presentation
2) INTRODUCTION-ADVANCED CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY 2 Presentation
3) INTRODUCTION-ADVANCED CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY 3 Presentation
4) SELF-COMPACTING CONCRETE Presentation
5) FIBER-REINFORCED CONCRETE 1 Presentation
6) FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE 2 Presentation
7) ALKALI ACTIVATED CONCRETE Presentation
7) SHOTCRETE CONCRETE Presentation
8) HIGH DENSITY CONCRETE Presentation
9) HIGH PERFORMANCE CONCRETE Presentation
9) UNDERWATER CONCRETE CASTING Presentation
10) UHPC, RPC, SIFCON / CEMENT BASED COMPOSITES Presentation
11) UHPC, RPC, SIFCON / CEMENT BASED COMPOSITES Presentation
12) POLYMER MODIFIED CONCRETE Presentation
13) ROLLER COMPACTED CONCRETE Presentation
14) VACUUM CONCRETE Presentation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Povindar Kumar Mehta and Paulo J.M. Monteiro: Concrete: Microstructure, Properties and Materials. Third Edition, McGraw-Hill Professional.
References: Bülent baradan, Selçuk Türkel, Halit yazıcı, Hayri Ün, Hüseyin Yiğiter, Burak Felekoğlu, Kamile Tosun Felekoğlu, Serdar Aydın, Mert Yücel Yardımcı, Ali Topal, Ali Uğur Öztürk: Beton, Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi Mühendislik Fakültesi Yayınları

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

Individual study and homework
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 2 2 4
Study Hours Out of Class 12 9 108
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 156