Geotechnics non-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

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:

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	1	2	3
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