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Course Description Course Name : Soil Mechanics III Course Code : INS431 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 4 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 4 Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. ABDULAZİM YILDIZ Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learns how to do and evaluate soil investigations Calculates the soil parameters for geotechnical design using in-situ and laboratory measurements Evaluates the effects of loading conditions on soil behaviour Calculates settlements under foundations on clayey and sandy soils Knows the appropriate soil improvement method to use on problematic soils Interprets, reports and presents the results of engineering analysis Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : INS317 Soil Mechanics I INS318 Soil Mechanics II Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The aim of the course is to teach the fundamental concepts about the analysis and design of geotechnical structures as well as settlement calculations, soil improvement methods and slope stability analysis. Course Contents : Analysis methods in geotechnical engineering, numerical methods, geotechnical investigations, drained and undrained loading conditions, settlement calculations, soil improvement methods, slope stability analyses. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Engineering Faculty Classrooms   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Geotechnical analysis and design methods Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 2 Geotechnical evaluation of soil investigations and construction sites, case studies Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 3 Undrained loading conditions Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 4 Settlement types and immediate settlement calculation, numerical practices Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 5 Consolidation theory, consolidation test and identification of consolidation parameters Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 6 Consolidation settlement calculations, problem solutions Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 7 Settlement analysis and making the settlement calculation of a structure, Homework-1 Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 8 Midterm exam Exam preparation Written exam 9 Problematic soils Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 10 What is ground improvement? Preloading and vertical drain methods, case studies Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 11 Jet grouting and stone column methods, case studies Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 12 Deep compaction and deep mixing methods, case studies Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 13 Reinforced soils and reinforced earth structures, problem solutions, Homework-2 Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 14 Slope stability and analysis Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 15 Numerical analyses in geotechnical engineering Literature review and reading Oral presentation, lectures, discussion 16/17 Final exam Exam preparation Written exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Moseley, M.P. and Kirsch, K. (1979). Ground Improvement. Spon Press, London, 431pp  Hausmann, M.R. (1989). Engineering Principles of Ground Modification. McGraw-Hill College, 632 pp.   Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 70     Homeworks/Projects/Others 2 30 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. 4 2 Identifies proper sources of information and databases, reaches them and uses them efficiently. 4 3 Follows the advancements in science and technology being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and continuously improves her/himself. 4 4 Uses the computers and information technologies related with civil engineering actively. 4 5 Gains the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 3 6 Communicates using technical drawing 2 7 Has an understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation subjects, and is knowledgeable of contemporary issues. 4 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 5 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. 3 17 Continuously improves her/himself by defining necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas besides the occupational requirements. 3 * 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) 14 3 42 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 2 5 10     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5     Final Exam 1 5 5 Total Workload: 104 Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.16 ECTS Credit: 4