CE491 COASTAL ENGINEERING I
| Course Code: | 5620491 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Civil Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. AYŞEN ERGİN |
| Offered Semester: | Fall or Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, the student will be familiar with the basic concepts in coastal engineering such as linear wave theory, generation and transformation of wind-waves, and design of rubble mound breakwaters.
Course Content
Linear wave theory, wave transformations (shoaling, refraction, breaking, diffraction, reflection), wind- generated waves and their prediction, wave climate, design of rubble mound and vertical wall breakwaters.
Course Learning Outcomes
1.Identify velocity field and basic wave parameters in surface wave problem.
2.Calculate near shore wave parameters.
3.Determine wave agitation and reflection inside a harbour.
4. Describe wind wave generation and random nature of wind waves.
5. Design rubble mound breakwaters.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||
| 8 | An ability to use techniques, skills, and engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | ✔ | |||