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

General course introduction information

Course Code:

CE586

Course Name:

Superficial Foundations and Fillings

Course Semester:

Spring

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):

Dr. GÖRKEM İÇÖZ

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

This course is concerned with the design and analysis of shallow foundations and fill/embankments.

Course Content:

1. Types of shallow foundations presented
2. Introduction to methods aimed at designing/analyzing shallow foundations
3. To learn different methods for computing bearing capacity
4. Introduction to the calculation of settlements
5. Foundation design according to Eurocode7
6. Liquefaction and its effect on foundations
7. Design and construction of engineered fills
8. Introduction to ground treatment techniques for shallow foundations

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Introduction to shallow foundations and design
2) Bearing capacity theories
3) Methods of settlements calculation and Introduction to Eurocode 7
4) Liqefaction analyses
5) Engineered fills: Design and analysis
6) Ground treatment for shallow foundations
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 of shallow foundation types	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
2)	-Methods for shallow foundation sizing	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
3)	-Methods for shallow foundation sizing	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
4)	-Calculation of foundation bearing capacity with different methods	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
5)	-Settlement calculation of shallow foundations	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
6)	-Design of shallow foundations	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
7)	-Introduction to Eurocode7	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
8)	-Design and manufacture of fillings	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
9)	-Midterm	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
10)	-Effect of liquefaction on foundations	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
11)	-Effect of liquefaction on foundations	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
12)	-Approach to soil improvement processes	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
13)	-Approach to soil improvement processes	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes
14)	-Application	-Ders Notları/ Lecture Notes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Akın Önalp, ve S.Sert, 2016, Geoteknik Bilgisi III: Bina Temelleri, Birsen Yayınevi Eurocode7 :Geotechnical Design 2009 Part 1: Shallow Foundations Ders notları
References:	-Eurocode7 :Geotechnical Design 2009 Part 1: Shallow Foundations Ders notları

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5	6
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