Undergraduate
Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
Civil Engineering
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Foundation Engineering

Course CodeSemester Course Name LE/RC/LA Course Type Language of Instruction ECTS
CE0208 Foundation Engineering 2/2/0 DE English 4
Course Goals
Identification of design foundations of structures for different type of soil in regard to site and soil investigation and providing safety for foundation pit.
Prerequisite(s) CE5201 Soil Mechanics I
Corequisite(s) -
Special Requisite(s) -
Instructor(s) -
Course Assistant(s)
Schedule The course is not opened for this semester.
Office Hour(s) The course is not opened for this semester.
Teaching Methods and Techniques - Theory, Problem Session
Principle Sources - ÖNALP, A., SERT, S., "Geoteknik Bilgisi 3 - Bina Temelleri", Birsen Yayınevi, 2010
- BUDHU, M., "Foundation and Earth Retaining Structures", John Wiley, New York, 2008
Other Sources

- DAS, B., M., "Principles of Foundation Engineering", CL Engineering, 5th edition, 2003

Course Schedules
Week Contents Learning Methods
1. Week Introduction to foundation types Theory, Problem Session
2. Week Introduction to foundation types Theory, Problem Session
3. Week Soil Investigations Theory
4. Week In situ testing Theory
5. Week Instrumentation Theory
6. Week Instrumentation Theory
7. Week Introduction to Eurocode 7 Theory
8. Week Introduction to Eurocode 7 Theory
9. Week Improvement of foundation soil Theory
10. Week Improvement of foundation soil Theory
11. Week Construction issues Theory
12. Week Construction issues Theory
13. Week Legal issues in foundation construction Theory
14. Week Legal issues in foundation construction Theory
15. Week
16. Week
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools Quantity Weight(%)
Midterm(s) 1 20
Quizzes 3 10
Attendance 1 10
Final Exam 1 60


Program Outcomes
PO-1Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO-2Ability to formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
PO-3Ability to design a complex systemi process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired results; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PO-4Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and Solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
PO-5Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investing complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
PO-6Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
PO-7Ability to communicate effectivley, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instruction.
PO-8Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
PO-9Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
PO-10Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
PO-11Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1Explains in-situ experiments for foundation design. (KNOWLEDGE)
LO-2Designs appropriate foundation. (SKILL)
LO-3Does basic design for variant soil groups. (SKILL)
LO-4Explains the application of deep foundation. (KNOWLEDGE)
LO-5Knows soil improvements methods. (SKILL)
Course Assessment Matrix:
Program Outcomes - Learning Outcomes Matrix
 PO 1PO 2PO 3PO 4PO 5PO 6PO 7PO 8PO 9PO 10PO 11