the m.s. program in civil engineering comprises of a...
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The M.S. program in Civil Engineering comprises of a minimum of 21 credits of course work and a thesis. The course work is mainly composed of elective courses that allow specialization in various fields including Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Concrete Technology and Construction Management. Our graduate program aims to improve an engineer’s ability to solve complex engineering problems. Graduates of this program can follow and adapt to recent developments in the civil engineering industry.
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Departmental Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Almıla Uzel
Assistants -
Goals
Analysis, design and behaviour modelling of reinforced concrete structures are introduced. Analysis and design of reinforced concrete members beyond sectional models are discussed.
Content
Mechanical properties of concrete and reinforcement; constitutive relations; linear-elastic models; nonlinear-elastic models; elastic-plastic models; and limit analysis theorems; compression field model is discussed along with its implementation and application in nonlinear finite element analyses and strut-and-tie modeling.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Knowledge on characteristics of reinforced concrete materials.
1,2,4 1,2 A,C
2) Knowledge on the structural behavior of reinforced concrete under flexural, axial and shear effects.
1,2,4 1,2 A,C
3) Knowledge on the nonlinear characteristics of reinforced concrete members. 1,2,4 1,2 A,C
4) Theoretical modeling of reinforced concrete behavior under various actions. 1,2,4 1,2 A,C
5) Use of computer programs for analysis of reinforced concrete behavior. 1,2,4,8,9,12,14 1,2,4 A,C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, Lab, 4: Case study
Assessment A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
MECHANICS OF REINFORCED CONCRETE CE 520 - 3+0+0 3 10
Methods:
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction, why non-linear analysis, material properties of concrete and steel.
Lecture Notes and Textbook
2 Linear Elastic Models/ Non-linear Elasticity Models Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Constitutive Models and Failure Criteria Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Limit Analysis using Plasticity- Lower Bound and Upper Bound Theories
Lecture Notes and Textbook
5 Behavior of Members Subjected to Shear, History of research on concrete under shear.
Lecture Notes and Textbook
6 Compression Field Theory and Modified Compression Field Theory (MCFT).
Lecture Notes and Textbook
7 Mechanisms affecting shear behavior of members and implementation of these mechanisms into MCFT.
Lecture Notes and Textbook
8 Determination of member shear capacity using MCFT procedures.
Lecture Notes and Textbook
9 Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Design using MCFT, code implementation of MCFT, Simplified Modified Compression Field Theory (SMCFT), shear provisions of Canadian Code (CSA A23.3-14) and AASHTO codes.
Lecture Notes and Textbook
11 Design of Disturbed Regions, B- and D- regions, Strut and Tie models, strength of struts, ties and nodal zones, deep beams, corbels
Lecture Notes and Textbook
12 Code approaches to strut-and-tie modeling of Reinforced Concrete and Prestressed Concrete Members
Lecture Notes and Textbook
13 Nonlinear finite element methods for the analysis and design of disturbed regions
Lecture Notes and Textbook
14 Nonlinear finite element analysis of shear critical members. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Work on term project Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook Reinforced Concrete Mechanics and Design: Authors: J.K. Wight, J.G. MacGregor, Prentice Hall, 2008.
Non-linear Mechanics of Reinforced Concrete: Authors: K. Maekawa, H. Okamura, A. Pimanmas, CRC Press, 2003.
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 50
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 20
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 30
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
x
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
x
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
x
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and
interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
x
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. x
10 Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11 Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
x
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homework.
14 Ability to work individually. x
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of compulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 14x Total course hours) 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 2 28
Midterm examination 1 3 10
Homework 6 15 90
Project 1 50 50
Final examination 1 2 20
Total Work Load 240
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
ADVANCED STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
CE 521 2 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Departmental Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Prof. Dr. Nesrin Yardımcı
Assistants -
Goals The goal of this course is to develop the necessary background information for the theory of elasticity, elastic stability and plasticity.
Content
Introduction; theory of elasticity; fracture hypothesis; bending with shear; shear center; elastic curve; bending with torsion; beams on elastic foundation; curved beams; energy principles; elastic stability; plasticity; collapse analysis.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Basic understanding of bending; shear center and elastic foundation.
1,2,3,4 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding of fracture analysis and collapse analysis. 1,2,3,4 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding of energy principles. 1,2,3,4 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding of theory of elasticity and plasticity. 1,2,3,4,8,9.14 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding of elastic stability. 1,2,3,4,8,9,14 1,2 A,C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Shear center; Bending with shear Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Elastic curve; Bending with torsion; Beams on elastic foundation Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Worked examples Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Worked examples Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Energy principles; Fracture hypothesis Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Theory of elasticity Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 Theory of elasticity Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Theory of plasticity Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 Worked examples Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Elastic stability Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Collapse analysis Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Worked examples Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook
Ferdinand P. Beer, E. Russell Johnston, Jr, John T. De Wolf. Mechanics of Materials, McGraw Hill. Hibbeler, R., C., Statics and Mechanics of Materials, Pearson Prentice Hall.
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 2 50
Quizzes 2 30
Assignment 4 20
Lab Work - -
Term Project - -
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
X
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
X
3
Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
X
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies
X
effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
X
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. X
10
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homeworks.
14 Ability to work individually. X
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of cumpulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 12x Total course hours) 13 3 39
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 13 3 39
Midterm examination 2 3 50
Homework 4 10 40
Quizzes 2 2 30
Final examination 1 3 40
Total Work Load 238
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
STRUCTURAL DYNAMICS CE 522 1 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Departmental Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Özden Saygılı
Assistants -
Goals The goal of this course is to formulate equations of motion for single and multiple-degree of freedom structures and solve these equations using analytical methods.
Content
Introduction; Dynamic characteristics of loads and structural systems; Damped and undamped system; Free and forced vibrations; Formulation of the equation of motion for single degree of freedom systems; Analysis of undamped and damped single degree of freedom systems; Multi degree of freedom systems: Undamped free vibrations Analysis of vibration frequencies and analysis of vibration mode shapes; Earthquake response of structures.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
1 1,2 A,C
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
2 1,2 A,C
3) Ability to work individually via Homework submissions. 14 1,2 A, C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Dynamic characteristics of loads and structural systems Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Damped and undamped system Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Free and forced vibrations Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Single degree of freedom systems: Formulation of the equation of motion
Lecture Notes and Textbook
6 Analysis of single degree of freedom systems: Undamped free vibration
Lecture Notes and Textbook
7 Analysis of damped single degree of freedom systems: Damped free vibrations: Critically-damped systems and Overcritically-damped systems
Lecture Notes and Textbook
8 Analysis of damped single degree of freedom systems: Damped free vibrations: Undercritically-damped systems
Lecture Notes and Textbook
9
Single degree of freedom systems: Response to harmonic loading: Complementary solution Particular Solution General Solution
Lecture Notes and Textbook
10 Multi degree of freedom systems: Formulation of the equation of motion- Midterm Exam
Lecture Notes and Textbook
11 Multi degree of freedom systems: Formulation of the equation of motion: dynamic equilibrium condition
Lecture Notes and Textbook
12 Multi degree of freedom systems: Formulation of the equation of motion: axial force effects
Lecture Notes and Textbook
13 Multi degree of freedom systems: Undamped free vibrations Analysis of vibration frequencies
Lecture Notes and Textbook
14 Multi degree of freedom systems: Undamped free vibrations Analysis of vibration mode shapes
Lecture Notes and Textbook
15 Earthquake response of structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook • Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Application to Earthquake
Engineering (2nd edition) Anil K. Chopra, Prentice Hall 2001
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents -
Assignments Assignments are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Solution of exam questions are handed out
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 50
Quizzes - -
Assignment 4 10
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 40
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
X
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
X
3
Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information
technologies effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homeworks.
14 Ability to work individually. X
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of cumpulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 14x Total course hours) 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 3 42
Midterm examination 1 3 10
Homework 4 25 100
Project 1 30 30
Final examination 1 2 20
Total Work Load 244
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
PLASTIC DESIGN OF STEEL STRUCTURES
CE 525 2 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Prof. Dr. Nesrin Yardımcı
Assistants -
Goals The goal of this course is to provide students plastic analysis and design of steel structures and basic understanding of ductile behavior and design of steel structures.
Content
Introduction; properties of structural steel; plastic behavior at the cross-section level; concepts of plastic analysis; methods of plastic analysis; applications of plastic analysis; building codes; seismic design philosophy; energy dissipating steel systems; rotation capacity of steel beams; ductile design of steel structural systems; worked examples.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Basic understanding of plastic behaviour of steel structures.
1,2,3,4 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding of plastic design process of steel structures. 1,2,3,4,8,9,14 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding of seismic behaviour steel structures. 1,2,3,4 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding of ductile design of steel structures. 1,2,3,4,8,9 1,2 A,C
Be acquainted with codes, and be capable of applying the provisions of the design code. 1,2,3,4,8,9,14 1,2 A,C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Properties of structural steel Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Plastic behavior at the cross-section level Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Plastic behavior at the cross-section level Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Concepts of plastic analysis Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Methods of plastic analysis Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Methods of plastic analysis Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Worked examples Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Seismic design philosophy Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 Energy dissipating steel systems Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Rotation capacity of steel beams Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Ductile design of steel structural systems Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Ductile design of steel structural systems Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Worked examples Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook M. Bill Wong, 2015. Plastic Analysis and Design of Steel Structures. M. Bruneau, Chia-Ming Uang, Rafael Sabelli, 2011. Ductile Design of Steel Structures, 2nd Edition.
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 40
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 20
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 40
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
X
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
X
3
Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
X
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
X
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
X
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. X
10
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homeworks.
14 Ability to work individually. X
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of cumpulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 12x Total course hours) 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 3 42
Midterm examination 1 3 20
Homework 6 10 60
Project 1 40 40
Final examination 1 3 30
Total Work Load 234
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
DESIGN OF STEEL CONCRETE COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
CE 526 2 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Prof. Dr. Nesrin Yardımcı
Assistants -
Goals
The goal of this course is to understand the basic principles for the design of steel-concrete composite beams, slabs and columns and to introduce the latest advantages in knowledge in the area of composite structures and to generalize the use of composite design
Content
Introduction; materials; loadings; analysis; design; shear connectors; basic principles for design of composite beams; composite columns and composite slabs; simply-supported composite beams and slabs; continuous composite beams and slabs; composite beams in framed structures; composite columns; beam-to-column connections; worked examples.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Basic understanding of the principles for the design of steel-‐concrete composite beams, slabs and columns
1,2,3,4 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding of plastic moment of resistance, elastic moment of resistance, longitudinal shear, vertical shear, deflections, vibrations in steel-concrete composite slabs and beams
1,2,3,4,8 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding of the design of composite columns in axial compression, bending moment and combined axial load and bending
1,2,3,4,8,9,14 1,2 A,C
Basic understanding the design of composite connections 1,2,3,4,8,9,14 1,2 A,C
Be acquainted with codes, and be capable of applying the provisions of the design code. 1,2,3,4,8,9,14 1,2 A,C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Advantages of composite members, Design philosophy, Loads, Load combinations
Lecture Notes and Textbook
3 Design of composite slabs Lecture Notes and Textbook
4 Design of Composite slabs Lecture Notes and Textbook
5 Design of composite beams Lecture Notes and Textbook
6 Design of composite beams Lecture Notes and Textbook
7 Worked examples Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Worked examples Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Design of composite columns and frames Lecture Notes and Textbook
11 Design of composite columns and frames Lecture Notes and Textbook
12 Worked examples Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Design of connections Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Presentation Lecture Notes and Textbook
15 Presentation Lecture Notes and Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook
Liang, Qing Quan, 2014. Analysis and Design of Steel and Composite Structures. Johnson, R.P., 2004. Composite Structures of Steel and Concrete , Blackwell Scientific Publications
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 40
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 20
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 40
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
X
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
X
3
Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
X
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
X
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
X
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. X
10
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homeworks.
14 Ability to work individually. X
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of cumpulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 12x Total course 14 3 42
hours)
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 3 42
Midterm examination 1 3 20
Homework 6 10 60
Project 1 40 40
Final examination 1 3 30
Total Work Load 234
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT DESIGN OF STRUCTURES CE
527 1 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Özden Saygılı
Assistants -
Goals
The goal of this course is to learn theoretical and practical aspects of earthquake resistant design with particular emphasis given to the application of Turkish Earthquake Resistant Design Code. The course also emphasizes understanding the fundamental factors that influence and control the response of structures.
Content
Introduction; earthquake characteristics; irregular structures; design codes; design parameters; basic principles of ductile design; behavior of reinforced concrete structures under seismic loads; design of earthquake resistant reinforced concrete structures; behavior of steel structures under seismic loads; design of earthquake resistant steel structures; principles of performance-based design; structural control systems; assessment of existing structures.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
1 1,2 A,C
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
2 1,2 A,C
3) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
8 1,2 A, C
4) Ability to work individually via Homework submissions. 14 1,2 A,C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction
Lecture Notes and Textbook
2 Earthquake characteristics Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Irregular structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Design codes Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Design parameters Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Basic principles of ductile design Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Behavior of reinforced concrete structures under seismic loads Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Design of earthquake resistant reinforced concrete structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 Midterm Exam I Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Design of earthquake resistant reinforced concrete structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 Behavior of steel structures under seismic loads Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Design of earthquake resistant steel structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Principles of performance-based design Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Structural control systems Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Assessment of existing structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook
1. “Dynamics of Structures", Chopra, A.K. Prentice Hall 2. "Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures", Duggal, Sk. 2007 ISBN-13: 978-0198083528
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents -
Assignments Assignments are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Solution of exam questions are handed out
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 50
Quizzes - -
Assignment 4 10
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 40
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
X
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
X
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product
under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
X
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12
Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homeworks.
14 Ability to work individually. X
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of cumpulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 14x Total course hours) 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 3 42
Midterm examination 1 3 10
Homework 4 25 100
Project 1 30 30
Final examination 1 2 20
Total Work Load 244
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
REPAIR AND STRENGTHENING OF DAMAGED STRUCTURES CE
528 1 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Özden Saygılı
Assistants -
Goals
The goals of this course are to learn various distress and damages to concrete, masonry and steel structures and to learn repair techniques of damaged structures and strengthening techniques of undamged structures.
Content
Introduction; structural systems; earthquake safety of existing buildings; damage inspection; temporary post-earthquake measures; general principles of repair of reinforced concrete structures; repair of bearing system for reinforced concrete structures; materials and their application techniques for repair of reinforced concrete structures; corrosion as a damage and its rehabilitation; general strengthening principles; strengthening of reinforced concrete structures; repair and strengthening of masonry structures; repair and strengthening of steel structures
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
1 1,2 A,C
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
2 1,2 A,C
3) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
8 1,2 A, C
4) Ability to work individually via Homework submissions. 14 1,2 A,C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction
Lecture Notes and Textbook
2 Structural systems Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Earthquake safety of existing buildings Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Damage inspection Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Temporary post-earthquake measures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 General principles of repair of reinforced concrete structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Repair of bearing system for reinforced concrete structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Materials and their application techniques for repair of reinforced concrete structures
Lecture Notes and Textbook
9 Corrosion as a damage and its rehabilitation Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 General strengthening principles Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 Strengthening of reinforced concrete structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Repair of masonry structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Strengthening of masonry structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Repair of steel structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Strengthening of steel structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook
1. V. M. Malhotra, Nicholas J. Carino 2004 “Handbook on Nondestructive Testing of Concrete” 2. Bangash, M. Y. “Earthquake Resistant Buildings: Dynamic Analyses, Numerical Computations, Codified Methods, Case Studies and Examples”, Springer, 2011 3. TEC 2007, FEMA 273, 356, 440, 445 etc., ATC40,41 etc.
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents -
Assignments Assignments are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Solution of exam questions are handed out
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 50
Quizzes - -
Assignment 4 10
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 40
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
X
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and
X
modeling methods for this purpose.
3
Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
X
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12
Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homeworks.
14 Ability to work individually. X
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of cumpulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 14x Total course hours) 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 3 42
Midterm examination 1 3 10
Homework 4 25 100
Project 1 30 30
Final examination 1 2 20
Total Work Load 244
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester
L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
PRESTRESSED AND REINFORCED CONCRETE STRUCTURES
CE 529 - 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Almıla Uzel
Assistants -
Goals
Analysis, design and behaviour modelling of reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete structures are introduced. Analysis and design of reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete members beyond sectional models are discussed.
Content
Methods for predicting the load-deformation response of reinforced and prestressed concrete elements and structures are reviewed; design of structural components such as post-tensioned slabs and transfer girders, bridges and other civil engineering structures are studied; the use of computer based analytical procedures is illustrated in terms of case studies.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Knowledge on characteristics of prestressed and reinforced concrete materials.
1,2,4 1,2 A,C
2) Knowledge on the structural behavior of prestressed and reinforced concrete under flexural, axial and shear effects.
1,2,4 1,2 A,C
3) Knowledge on the nonlinear characteristics of reinforced concrete members. 1,2,4,8,9,12,14 1,2 A,C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction, Concept of Prestress. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Response of Axially Loaded Prestressed Concrete Elements Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Post-Cracking Behaviour of Concrete Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Flexural Response of Prestressed Concrete Elements Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Response of Members in Flexure and Axial Load Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Long-term response of Prestressed Concrete Elements Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Shear Design of Prestressed and Reinforced Concrete Structures
Lecture Notes and Textbook
8 Compression Field Theory and Modified Compression Field Theory (MCFT).
Lecture Notes and Textbook
9 Mechanisms affecting shear behavior of members and implementation of these mechanisms into MCFT.
Lecture Notes and Textbook
10 Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and Textbook
11
Shear design of Prestressed and Reinforced Concrete Beams using MCFT procedures. Simplified Modified Compression Field Theory (SMCFT), shear provisions of Canadian Code (CSA A23.3-14) and AASHTO codes.
Lecture Notes and Textbook
12 Design of Prestressed Bridge Girders Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Design for Torsion Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Design of Disturbed Regions, B- and D- regions, Strut and Tie models, strength of struts, ties and nodal zones, deep beams, corbels
Lecture Notes and Textbook
15 Statically Indeterminate Structures Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook Reinforced Concrete Mechanics and Design: Authors: J.K. Wight, J.G. MacGregor, Prentice Hall, 2008.
Prestressed Concrete Structures: Authors: M.P. Collins, D. Mitchell, Response Publications, 1997.
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 50
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 20
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 30
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
x
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
x
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
x
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
x
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. x
10 Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11 Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
x
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homework.
14 Ability to work individually. x
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of compulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 14x Total course hours) 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 2 28
Midterm examination 1 3 10
Homework 6 15 90
Project 1 50 50
Final examination 1 2 20
Total Work Load 240
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
TALL STRUCTURES CE 530 - 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator
Instructors
Assistants
Goals An overview of selected topics in designin tall structures. This course covers fundamentals of analysis and design of tall structures.
Content
Load resisting systems of tall buildings and towers; earthquake and wind loading on tall structures; dynamic analysis of SDOF and MDOF systems; computer modeling and analysis of tall structures; non-linear design and detailing of tall structures.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Be able to design the lateral load resisting members of tall buildings.
1,2,4 1,2,4 A, C
Be capable of analyzing response of tall buildings under wind and earthquake forces.
1,2,4,8,9,12,14 1,2 A, C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project, E: Quiz
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and Textbook
2 Gravity Systems Lecture Notes and Textbook
3 Lateral Load Resisting Systems Lecture Notes and Textbook
4 Lateral Load Resisting Systems Lecture Notes and Textbook
5 Load Action on Tall Structures – Gravity Loads Lecture Notes and Textbook
6 Load Action on Tall Structures – Wind Loads- Wind Tunnel Testing Lecture Notes and Textbook
7 Load Action on Tall Structures – Earthquake Loads Lecture Notes and Textbook
8 Dynamic Analysis of SDOF Systems Lecture Notes and Textbook
9 Dynamic Analysis of MDOF Systems Lecture Notes and Textbook
10 Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and Textbook
11 Calculating natural period and mode shapes of tall buildings Lecture Notes and Textbook
12 Computer Modelling and Analysis of Tall Buildings Lecture Notes and Textbook
13 Computer Modelling and Analysis of Tall Buildings Lecture Notes and Textbook
14 Non-‐linear Design of reinforced concrete shear walls Lecture Notes and Textbook
15 Non-‐linear Design of reinforced concrete coupling beams. Lecture Notes and Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes These are the notes that the students write during the lectures.
Textbook
B.S. Taranath, Steel, Concrete & Composite Design of Tall Buildings, McGraw Hill, 1997.
Bryan Stafford Smith and Alex Coull, Tall Building Structures -‐ Analysis and Design, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1991.
Structural Systems for Tall Buildings, Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, 1995.
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Solutions to tutorials are handed out
Assignments assignments are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Solution of exam questions are handed out
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 50
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 20
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 30
Total 100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE 40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE 60
Total 100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
x
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
x
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
x
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
x
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. x
10 Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11 Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
x
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homework.
14 Ability to work individually. x
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of compulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam days: 14x Total course hours)
14 3 42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 2 28
Midterm examination 1 3 10
Homework 6 15 90
Project 1 50 50
Final examination 1 2 20
Total Work Load 240
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
Mechanical Behavior of Materials CE 542 1 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Departmental Elective
Course Coordinator
Instructors
Assistants -
Goals The aim of the course is to give students a general understanding of the mechanical behavior of materials, specifically deformation, fracture, and fatigue
Content
Structure and Deformation in Materials; A Survey of Engineering Materials; Mechanical testing; Stress-strain relationship and behavior; Fracture of cracked members; Fatigue of materials; Fatigue crack growth; Plastic deformation behavior and models for materials; Time dependent behavior: creep
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
1 1,2 A,C
2) Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
7 1,2 A,C
3) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
8 1,2 A,C
4) Ability to work individually via Homework submissions. 14 1,2 A,C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Structure and Deformation in Materials Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Structure and Deformation in Materials Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 A Survey of Engineering Materials Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Mechanical Testing Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Stress-strain relationship and behavior Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Stress-strain relationship and behavior Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Fatigue of materials Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 Fatigue of materials Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Fatigue crack growth Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 Fatigue crack growth Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Plastic deformation behavior and models for materials Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Plastic deformation behavior and models for materials Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Time dependent behavior: creep Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Time dependent behavior: creep Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook Mechanical Behavior of Materials: Authors: N.E. Dowling
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes
Assignments
Exams
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 50
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 25
Lab Work - -
Term Project - -
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
X
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product
under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
X
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
X
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12
Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homeworks.
14 Ability to work individually. X
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of cumpulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 12x Total course hours) 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 3 42
Midterm examination 1 2 14
Homework 6 20 120
Project - - -
Final examination 1 2 20
Total Work Load 238
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
Mechanical Properties and Deformation of Concrete
CE 545
1 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator
Instructors
Assistants -
Goals The aim of the course is to give students a general understanding of structural concrete strength and deformation
Content
Factors affecting strength of concrete; tensile strength of concrete; cracking and failure in compression; failure in multiaxial stress; micro-cracks; aggregate-concrete interface; effect of age on strength of concrete; relation between compressive and tensile strengths; fatigue strength of concrete; impact strength; elasticity modulus and poisson's ratio of concrete; drying shrinkage; creep of concrete
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
1 1,2 A,C
2) Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
7 1,2 A,C
3) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
8 1,2 A,C
4) Ability to work individually via Homework submissions. 14 1,2 A,C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Factors affecting strength of concrete Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Factors affecting strength of concrete Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Factors affecting strength of concrete Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Tensile strength of concrete Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Cracking and failure in compression Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Failure in multiaxial stress Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Micro-cracks; Aggregate-concrete interface; Effect of age on strength of concrete;
Lecture Notes and Textbook
9 Midterm Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Relation between compressive and tensile strengths; Fatigue strength of concrete; Impact strength
Lecture Notes and Textbook
11 Elasticity modulus and poisson's ratio of concrete; drying shrinkage
Lecture Notes and Textbook
12 Drying shrinkage Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Drying shrinkage Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Creep of concrete Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Creep of concrete Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook Properties of Concrete: Authors: A.M. Neville
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes
Assignments
Exams
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 50
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 25
Lab Work - -
Term Project - -
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
X
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product
under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
X
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
X
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12
Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homeworks.
14 Ability to work individually. X
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of cumpulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 12x Total course hours) 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 3 42
Midterm examination 1 2 14
Homework 6 20 120
Project - - -
Final examination 1 2 20
Total Work Load 238
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
CONSTRUCTION PROCESS PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
CE 560
- 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Departmental Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Özgür Köylüoğlu
Assistants -
Goals
The goal of this course is to introduce the students to the decision parameters shaping the project delivery methods and to teach the students about design of phases of a construction based on these decisions.
Content
Construction process design, bidding and construction management and organization; systems for scope management; time management; procurement management; human resources management; communication management; change management; risk management; contract management; reporting; approval and commissioning.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Understandng the construction process from feasibility to close out
7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16
1,2 A,C
2) Understanding the roles and responsbilities of the stakeholders in construction
7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16
1,2 A,C
3) Understanding the decision parameters shaping the selection of tendering and contracting systems
7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16
1,2 A, C
4) Recognizing the key management issues during the construction process
7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16
1,2 A, C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Modelling the Process of Construction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Selection of Procurement Methods Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Integration of Project Participants. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Scope Management. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Time Management. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 1st Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Procurement Management. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 Human Resources Management. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Communication Management. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 Change Management Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Risk Management. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Contract Management. Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 2nd Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Documenting, Approval, Acceptance and Commissioning Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook
Management of Construction Projects: A Constructor’s Perspective Authors: J.E. Schaufelberger, L. Holm; Routledge,Taylor&Francis, 2017 Managing the Construction Process: Estimating, Scheduling and Project Control Authors: F. Gould, Pearson, Prentice Hall, 2012 Successful Contract Administration Authors: C.W. Cook, Routledge, Taylor&Francis, 2014. Organization Management in Construction Editors: P.S. Chinowsky, A.D. Songer, Spon Press.
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 2 60
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 20
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 20
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language. x
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
x
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. x
10 Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
x
11 Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
x
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homework.
14 Ability to work individually. x
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
x
16 Fundamentals of compulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
x
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 13x Total course hours) 13 3 39
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 13 3 39
Midterm examination 2 2 20
Homework 6 15 90
Project 1 40 40
Final examination 1 2 14
Total Work Load 242
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
ADVANCED PROJECT PLANNING CE 562 - 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Özgür Köylüoğlu
Assistants -
Goals The goal of this course is to provide the students with the tools for time and cost planning and control.
Content
Planning for design and construction; data collection for time and cost estimations; categorising of works; scheduling; feasibility; preparation of bill of quantities; cost estimates; project cash flow and financial management; resource planning; analysis of local conditions and risk analysis methods; time control.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Knowledge on estimating methods, nature of costs and price variations
7, 8, 10, 12, 14 1,2 A,C
2) Developing cash flow and understanding importance of cash flow management 7, 8, 10, 12, 14 1,2 A,C
3) Knowledge on time and resource scheduling methods
3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14
1,2 A, C
4) Knowledge on project control 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14
1,2 A, C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Estimating Methods Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Standard Methods of Measurement Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Resource Costs: Labour, Materials and Equipment Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 1st Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Time Scheduling – Critical Path Method Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Time Scheduling –Other methods Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Scheduling of Other Resources Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 2nd Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Risk and Scheduling Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 The Program Evaluation Technique Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Cash Flow Forecasts Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Time Management in Practice Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Cash Flow Management in Practice Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Labor and Equipment Management in Practice Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook
Estimating and Tendering for Construction Work Authors: M. Brook; Routledge,Taylor&Francis, 5th Edition, 2017 Programming and Scheduling Techniques Authors: T.E. Uher, A.S. Zantis, Spon Press, Taylor&Francis, 2011 Integrated Design and Cost Management for Civil Engineers Authors: A.Whyte, CRC Press, Taylor&Francis, 2015
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 2 60
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 20
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 20
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
x
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
x
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language. x
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
x
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10 Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
x
11 Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
x
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homework.
14 Ability to work individually. x
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of compulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 13x Total course hours) 13 3 39
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 13 3 39
Midterm examination 2 2 20
Homework 6 15 90
Project 1 40 40
Final examination 1 2 14
Total Work Load 242
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
QUALITY CONTROL AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN CONSTRUCTIONS
CE 563 - 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Özgür Köylüoğlu
Assistants -
Goals Understanding the framework of quality control, applicable standards and procedures necessary for various areas of construction work.
Content
Quality control methods; quality control in constructions; design standards; construction standards, preparation of technical specifications; tests an commissioning.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Quality control methods 5, 7, 8, 9 1,2 A,C
2) Quality standards and codes 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 15
1,2 A,C
3) Developing specifications 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 15
1,2 A, C
4) Quality control procedures 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 15
1,2 A, C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction and Definitions Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Measuring Performance Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Quality Standards Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Quality in Design Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 1st Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Quality and Environmental Management Systems Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Quality Management for Health and Safety on Construction Projects
Lecture Notes and Textbook
8 Performance Measurement Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 Process Management Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 2nd Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 Implementing Total Quality Management Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Communications and Learning Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Continuous Improvement Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Benchmarking and Change Management Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 BIM and Quality Management Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook
Construction Quality Management: Principles and Practice Authors: T. Howarth, D. Greenwood; Routledge, 2017 Total Quality in the Construction Supply Chain Authors: J. Oakland, M. Marosszeky, Routledge, 2006 Total Construction Management: Lean Quality in Construction Project Delivery Authors: J.S. Oakland, M. Marosszeky, Routledge, 2017
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 2 60
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 20
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 20
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
x
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams;
ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language. x
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
x
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. x
10 Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11 Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
x
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
x
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homework.
14 Ability to work individually. x
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
x
16 Fundamentals of compulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 13x Total course hours) 13 3 39
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 13 3 39
Midterm examination 2 2 20
Homework 6 15 90
Project 1 40 40
Final examination 1 2 14
Total Work Load 242
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK
CE 564
- 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Özgür Köylüoğlu
Assistants -
Goals Developing knowledge of regulations, specifications, databases and calculation methods of metrics of sustainability
Content
Basic principles of sustainability; technical, financial, managerial and political issues for a sustainable environment and economy; environmental policies; international treaties; sustainability economics
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Understanding Sustainability Framework for Civil Engineers
6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14
1,2 A,C
2) Calculating Metrics for Sustainability 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14
1,2 A,C
3) Knowledge on Regulations for Sustainability 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14
1,2 A, C
4) Knowledge of Databases for Sustainability 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14
1,2 A, C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Sustainability Framework for Civil Engineers Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Sustainability Framework for Construction Managers Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Economics of Sustainable Engineering Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Life Cycle Analysis Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 Social Sustainability Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 1st Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Sustainable Implementation Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 International Regulations for Green Design and Manufacturing Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 The European Energy Policy and Green Energy Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 The European Unions’s Emissions Trading Scheme Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Zero Energy Buildings Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Case Studies Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Case Studies Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Presentations of Students on Sustainability Framework of Various Countries
Lecture Notes and Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook
Fundamentals of Sustainability in Civil Engineering Authors: A. Braham; CRC Press, Taylor&Francis, 2017 Green Design and Manufacturing for Sustainability Authors: N.K. Jha; CRC Press, Taylor&Francis, 2016 Sustainable Development and Governance in Europe: The Evolution of the Discourse on Sustainability Authors: P.M. Bharnes, T.C. Hoerber; Routledge, Taylor&Francis, 2015 System Innovation for Sustainability 4: Case Studies in Sustainable Consumption and Production – Energy Use and the Built Environment Authors: S.Lahlou; Routledge, Taylor&Francis, 2011 World Sustainable Development Outlook 2015: Green Behavior: Re-thinking Policy for Sustainability
Authors: A. Ahmed; CRC Press, Taylor&Francis, 2015
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 40
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 30
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 30
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies
effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
x
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language. x
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
x
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10 Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
x
11 Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
x
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homework.
14 Ability to work individually. x
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of compulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 13x Total course hours) 13 3 39
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 13 3 39
Midterm examination 1 2 10
Homework 6 15 90
Project 1 50 50
Final examination 1 2 14
Total Work Load 242
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10
COURSE INFORMATON
Course Title Code Semester L+P+L Hour Credits ECTS
SUSTAINABLE CITIES CE 565
- 3+0+0 3 10
Prerequisites
Language of Instruction English
Course Level Master's Degree (Second Cycle Programmes)
Course Type Area Elective
Course Coordinator -
Instructors Assist. Prof. Dr. Özgür Köylüoğlu
Assistants -
Goals Recognizing new trends towards sustainable cities, considerations towards achieving zero carbon cities and current efforts in this area.
Content
Energy performance criteria for buildings; alternatives for performance enhancement, development of policies and strategies for sustainable cities; energy efficieny for buildings; reducing GHG emissions in buildings; clean water; solid waste management policies and technologies; approaches for determination of climate change parameters in cities.
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning
Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1) Understanding Forces Driving Sustainable Cities 6, 7, 8, 10, 11,
14 1,2 A,C
2) Knowledge of Varios Policies Employed for Sustainable Cities
6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14
1,2 A,C
3) Knowledge on Sustainable Infrastructure 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14
1,2 A, C
4) Knowledge of New Trends and Future of Sustainable Cities and Development of Smart City Concepts
6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14
1,2 A, C
Teaching Methods: 1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Lab, 4: Case-study
Assessment Methods: A: Testing, B: Experiment, C: Homework, D: Project
COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials
1 Introduction Lecture Notes and
Textbook
2 Global Challenges for Sustainability Lecture Notes and
Textbook
3 Governing Carbon and Climate in the Cities Lecture Notes and
Textbook
4 Sustanable Urban Design Lecture Notes and
Textbook
5 Case Study Lecture Notes and
Textbook
6 1st Midterm Exam Lecture Notes and
Textbook
7 Infrastructure Planning Lecture Notes and
Textbook
8 Case Study Lecture Notes and
Textbook
9 Technologies for Green Environment Lecture Notes and
Textbook
10 Energy Conservation and Management Lecture Notes and
Textbook
11 Sustainable Models for Rural Communities Lecture Notes and
Textbook
12 Future Forms of City Living Lecture Notes and
Textbook
13 Case Study Lecture Notes and
Textbook
14 Smart Cities Lecture Notes and
Textbook
15 Presentations of Students on Sustainable City Studies Lecture Notes and
Textbook
RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Lecture Notes Notes prepared by the instructor
Textbook
Climate Change and Sustainable Cities Editors: H. Priemus, S. Davoudi; Routledge, 2013 Sustainability: RIBA Plan of Work 2013 Guide Authors: G.C. Gallopin; P.D. Raskin, Routledge, 2016 Future Forms and Design for Sustainable Cities Authors: M. Jenks, N. Dempsey; Routledge, 2005 Sustainable Cities: Urban Planning Challenges and Policy Authors: K. Etingoff; Apple Academic Press, 2016 Global Sustainability: Bending the Curve Authors: S. Halliday, R. Atkins; RIBA Publishing, 2016 Planning Sustainable Cities: Global Report on Human Settlements Authors: United Nations Human Settlement Programme (UN-Habitat), 2009 Resilient Sustainable Cities: A Future Authors: L Pearson, P. Newton, P. Roberts; Routledge, 2013 Planning Sustainable Cities: An Infrastructure Based Approach Authors: S.N. Pollalis, 2016 Improving Urban Environments: Strategies for Healthier and More Sustainable Cities Authors: M. Ragazzi; Apple Academic Press, 2016 Spaces of Sustainability: Geographical Perspectives on the Sustainable Society Authors: M. Whitehead, Routledge, Taylor&Francis, 2006 The Earthscan Reader in Sustainable Cities Authors: D. Satterthwaite, Routledge, 1999 The Principles of Green Urbanism: Transforming the City for Sustainability Authors: S. Lehmann, Routledge, Taylor&Francis, 2010 Sustainable Cities in Developing Countries Authors: C. Pugh, Routledge, Taylor&Francis, 2000 Sustainable Stockholm: Exploring Urban Sustainability in Europe’s Greenest City Authors: H. Metzger, A.R. Olsson; Routledge, Taylor&Francis, 2013 Energizing Sustainable Cities: Assessing Urban Energy Authors: A. Grubler, D. Fisk, Routledge, Taylor&Francis, 2012 Sustainable City/Developing World: ISOCARP Review 6 Authors: International Society of City and Regional Planners, Routledge, Taylor&Francis, 2010 The Singapore Water Story: Sustainable Development in an Urban City-State Authors: C. Torjada, Y.K. Joshi, A.K. Biswas; Routledge, 2013 Cities as Engines of Sustainable Competitiveness: European Urban Policy and Practice Authors: L van den Berg, J van der Meer; Routledge, 2016 Towards Sustainable Cities: East Asian, North Amercan and European Perspectives on Managing Urban Regions Authors: P.C. Marcotuillo, A. Sorensen; Routledge, 2017
MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Lecture notes delivered to the students
Assignments Homeworks are returned to students after they are graded
Exams Exams questions are solved if demanded
ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms 1 40
Quizzes - -
Assignment 6 30
Lab Work - -
Term Project 1 30
Total
100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE
40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE
60
Total
100
COURSE CATEGORY Expertise/Field Courses
COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
x
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language. x
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to
x
educate him/herself.
9 Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10 Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
x
11 Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the relationship between Civil Engineering and contemporary issues.
x
12 Awareness on various Civil Engineering majors such as hydraulics, materials, geotechnical, structural, construction management, transportation engineering and the necessity of their coordination.
13 Ability to work efficiently during team working for laboratory activities and to work efficiently during individual working for homework.
14 Ability to work individually. x
15 Awareness about the dynamics civil engineering market and main responsibilities of a civil engineer before graduation.
16 Fundamentals of compulsory relationships, contract concept, knowledge on general concepts about obligations, their impacts and types.
ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour)
Total Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 13x Total course hours) 13 3 39
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 13 3 39
Midterm examination 1 2 10
Homework 6 15 90
Project 1 50 50
Final examination 1 2 14
Total Work Load 242
Total Work Load / 25 (h) 10
ECTS Credit of the Course 10