CVE363 SOIL MECHANICS
| Course Code: | 3640363 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 4 (3.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Civil Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assist.Prof.Dr ABDULLAH EKİNCİ |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Having successfully completed this course, the student will be able to
- understand the behavior of engineering soils
- comprehend the fundamental principles of soil mechanics
Course Content
Basic geology for civil engineers. Engineering problems involving soils. Basic characteristics of soils, classification and compaction of soils. Principle of effective stress. Permeability and flow of water (seepage) in soils. Shear strength of soils. Slope stability. Lateral earth pressure theories. Consolidation theory.
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Classify soils and calculate phase relation parameters
2. Calculate and plot effective stress profiles for long and short term response to changes in loading and groundwater conditions
3. Solve 1-D and 2-D flow of groundwater problems
4. Calculate time and stress-dependent consolidation settlement
5. Estimate the undrained and drained shear strength of soils under different loading conditions
6. Calculate and plot lateral earth pressures on retaining walls
7. Analyze the stability of infinite and rotational slopes
8. Process the experimental data in Soil Mechanics Laboratory, report the findings in a systematic and presentable format
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to communicate effectively | ✔ | |||
| 8 | The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context | ✔ | |||
| 9 | Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning | ✔ | |||
| 10 | Knowledge on contemporary issues | ✔ | |||
| 11 | An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution