Geotechnics non-thesis
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code:

CE522

Course Name:

Geotextile in Drainage Structures

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	10

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

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:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi SAEID ZARDARI

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

-The use of geosynthetics in engineering applications is increasing rapidly all over the world. The vast majority of these applications are related to Geotechnical Engineering. Therefore, there is a need to increase their knowledge by introducing new materials and technologies to students. The aim of this course is to provide necessary concepts about geosynthetics through geotextiles, geogrids, geocells, geomembranes, geosynthetic clay covers, geofoams and geocomposites. Therefore, the course will first start with the basic definitions of geosynthetics. Afterwards, useful uses of geosynthetics in Geotechnical Engineering will be discussed in terms of design.

Course Content:

-geotextiles, geogrids, geocells, geomembranes, geosynthetic clay covers, geofoams and geocomposites

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) -Distinguish the types of geosynthetics
2) -To be able to introduce laboratory methods to determine geosynthetic properties.
3) -Comparing geosynthetics according to their properties
4) -Ability to categorize geosynthetics types in the face of engineering problem
5) -To provide sufficient information on geosynthetics for geotechnical design.
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)	-Basic definition of geosynthetics, Overview of types of geosynthetics	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
2)	-Design principles with geotextiles, Design methods, Geotextile functions and mechanisms, Geotextile properties and test methods	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
3)	-Design principles with geotextiles (cont.), Final geotextile properties versus allowable, Design for separation, Design for road reinforcement, Design for soil reinforcement	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
4)	-Design principles with geotextiles (cont.), Design for filtration, Design for drainage, Design for multiple functions, Design for construction methods and techniques using geotextiles	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
5)	-Design principles with geogrids, Geogrid properties and test methods, Geogrid reinforcement design, Design critique and construction methods	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
6)	-Design principles with geonets, Geonet properties and test methods, Drainage design with geonets, Design critique and construction methods	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
7)	-Design principles with geomembranes, Geomembrane properties and test methods, Liquid retention coatings	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
8)	-Design principles with geomembranes (cont.), Covers for semi-solid and reservoirs, Water transport (channel) linings, Landfill linings	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
9)	-Midterm	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
10)	-Design principles with geomembranes (cont.), Landfill covers, Wet (bioreactor) storage linings, Underground storage tanks, Hydraulic and Geotechnical applications, Geomembrane seams, Details and miscellaneous items	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
11)	-Design principles with geosynthetic clay covers (GLOs), GLO properties and test methods, Design with GLOs, Design critique and construction methods	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
12)	-Design principles with geopipes, Geopipe properties and test methods, Theoretical concepts, Design applications, Design critique and construction methods	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
13)	-Design principles with geocomposites, Geocomposites in weathering, Geocomposites in reinforcement	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
14)	-Geocomposites in filtration, Geocomposites in drainage, Geocomposites in landfills	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Koerner, R.M. (2005). Designing with Geosynthetics. Pearson Prentice Hall, New Jersey. Shukla, S.K. and Shukla S. (2002). Geosynthetics and their Applications. Thomas Telford Publishing, London.
References:	Shukla, S.K. and Yin, J-H. (2006). Fundamentals of Geosynthetic Engineering. Taylor & Francis Group, London.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) It defines the broad multidisciplinary scope of Geotechnical Engineering and the interaction between related disciplines.
2) Repeats current techniques and methods applied in the field of Geotechnical Engineering and their constraints, effects and results.
3) Systematically conveys the processes and results of studies in written, verbal and visual formats in national and international environments in the field of civil engineering or outside the field.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	It defines the broad multidisciplinary scope of Geotechnical Engineering and the interaction between related disciplines.
2)	Repeats current techniques and methods applied in the field of Geotechnical Engineering and their constraints, effects and results.
3)	Systematically conveys the processes and results of studies in written, verbal and visual formats in national and international environments in the field of civil engineering or outside the field.

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