To describe the behavior of structures under earthquake loading and to give basic information about the design principles of earthquake-resistant design
-Theoretical explanation, problem session, homework
Principle Sources
- Chopra,A. (2009) Dynamics of Structures, Global SI Edition
Other Sources
- Rajasekaran, S. (2009) Structural dynamics of earthquake engineering: Theory and application using MATHEMATICA and MATLAB, CRC Press
- Elnashai, S.A., Di Sarno, L., (2008). Fundamentals of Earthquake Engineering From Source To Fragility Second Edition, Wiley
- Yousef Bozorgnia, Vitelmo V.Bertero (2006) EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING: From Engineering Seismology to Performance-Based Engineering, CRC Press
- Sucuoğlu, H., Akkar, S. (2014) Basic Earthquake Engineering: From Seismology to Analysis and Design, Springer, ISBN 978-3-319-01025-0 ISBN 978-3-319-01026-7
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Introduction, Plate Tectonics, Earthquake Process and Faults, Seismic Waves
Oral presentation, problem session
2. Week
Magnitude and Intensity of an Earthquake, Effects of Earthquakes on Built Environment
Oral presentation, problem session
3. Week
Seismic Hazard Assessment
Oral presentation, problem session
4. Week
Response of Simple Structures to Earthquake Ground Motions
Oral presentation, problem session
5. Week
Earthquake Response Spectra
Oral presentation, problem session
6. Week
Earthquake Design Spectra
Oral presentation, problem session
7. Week
Midterm Exam
Midterm Exam
8. Week
Response of Building Frames to Earthquake Ground Motions
Oral presentation, problem session
9. Week
Response of Building Frames to Earthquake Ground Motions
Oral presentation, problem session
10. Week
Analysis Procedures and Seismic Design Principles for Building Structures
Oral presentation, problem session
11. Week
Analysis Procedures and Seismic Design Principles for Building Structures
Oral presentation, problem session
12. Week
Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures
Oral presentation, problem session
13. Week
Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures
Oral presentation, problem session
14. Week
Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures
Oral presentation, problem session
15. Week
16. Week
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Midterm(s)
1
25
Homework / Term Projects / Presentations
1
25
Final Exam
1
50
Program Outcomes
PO-1
Adequate 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-2
Ability to formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
PO-3
Ability 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-4
Ability 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-5
Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investing complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
PO-6
Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
PO-7
Ability 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-8
Awareness 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-9
Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
PO-10
Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
PO-11
Knowledge 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-1
Explains the necessary knowledge for earthquake-resistant reinforced concrete structures
(KNOWLEDGE)
LO-2
Explains the information required for earthquake resistant steel structures (KNOWLEDGE)
LO-3
Explains the behavior of masonry and timber structures against earthquake loading (KNOWLEDGE)
LO-4
Explains the general response of structures under the effect of earthquake loading (KNOWLEDGE)
LO-5
Explains the fundamental knowledge for earthquake resistant design of structures (KNOWLEDGE)
