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  Course Description
Course Name : Soil Mechanics I

Course Code : INS317

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 3

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 4

Name of Lecturer(s) :

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Gains knowledge regarding the aplication of mathematics, physics and engineering
interpretation of fundamentals of soil mechanics
olving problems based on basic principles of soil mechanics
giving laboratory experience
producing solutions to the problems that may arise in geotechnical projects
explanation for elastic and plastic equilibrium state in soils
defining the concepts of lateral soil pressure
Identification of slope analyzing methods

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To teach the identification of basic soil mechanics concepts.

Course Contents : Geology and Clay Physical Properties of Soils Physical Properties of Soils Grain Distribution and Consistency Classification Total and Effective Stress Compression and Consolidation Shearing Resistance Compaction Elastic and Plastic Equilibrium Earth Pressure Theories Retainig Structures Bearing Capacity of Foundations Slope Stability

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Engineering Faculty Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Geology and Clay none Theory
2 Physical Properties of Soils none Theory, Problem Session
3 Physical Properties of Soils none Theory, Problem Session
4 Grain Distribution and Consistency none Theory, Problem Session
5 Classification none Theory, Problem Session
6 Total and Effective Stress none Theory, Problem Session
7 Compression and Consolidation none Theory, Problem Session
8 Shearing Resistance none Theory, Problem Session
9 Midterm Exam none Written
10 Compaction none Theory, Problem Session
11 Elastic and Plastic Equilibrium none Theory, Problem Session
12 Earth Pressure Theories none Theory, Problem Session
13 Retainig Structures none Theory, Problem Session
14 Bearing Capacity of Foundations none Theory, Problem Session
15 Slope Stability none Theory, Problem Session
16/17 Final Exam none Written


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Zemin Mekaniği (Birsen Yayınları , Prof. Dr. Kutay ÖZAYDIN)
 Zemin Mekaniği Problemleri (Prof. Dr. Vahit KUMBASAR)
 Çözümlü Problemlerle Zemin Mekaniği (Prof. Dr. Kemal ÖZÜDOĞRU, Prof. Dr. Oğuz TAN, Prof. Dr. İsmail H. AKSOY)
 Prof. Dr. Mustafa LAMAN Ders Notları (basılı değil)
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 80
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 10 20
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Designs a system, a component or a process in order to meet the needs of various engineering problems within technical, economic, environmental, manufacturability, sustainability limitations. 3
2 Identifies proper sources of information and databases, reaches them and uses them efficiently. 1
3 Follows the advancements in science and technology being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and continuously improves her/himself. 3
4 Uses the computers and information technologies related with civil engineering actively. 3
5 Gains the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 1
6 Communicates using technical drawing 1
7 Has an understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation subjects, and is knowledgeable of contemporary issues. 2
8 Has an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility 4
9 Has the required knowledge in project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; and the legal implications of engineering applications. 3
10 Has the basic knowledge of math, science and civil engineering 4
11 Has a good commman of basic concepts, theories and principles in civil engineering. 4
12 Independently reviews and learns the applications, makes a critical assessment of the problems faced with, selects the proper technique to formulate problems and propose solutions 4
13 Selects and uses the modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering practice 4
14 Designs and carries out experiments in the fields of civil engineering, and interprets the results and the data obtained from the experiments 4
15 Gains the abiltiy to work effectively as a member in interdisciplinary teams 3
16 Constantly improves her/himself by identifying the training needs in scientific, cultural, artistic and social fields. 0
17 Continuously improves her/himself by defining necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas besides the occupational requirements. 0
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 0 0 0
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 10 5 50
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 4 4
    Final Exam 1 6 6
Total Workload: 102
Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.08
ECTS Credit: 4