GEOE491 GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN I
| Course Code: | 5640491 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Geological Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. HALUK AKGÜN |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
The objectives of GEOE 491-Geological Engineering Design I is to:
Expose students to the key concepts of engineering design in order to enhance their ability to integrate this knowledge with their basic science and engineering background;
Develop student’s ability to use modern engineering techniques, skills and tools for engineering design;
Develop an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
Increase awareness on health and safety issues;
Increase exposure to geological engineering design projects through case studies and project proposals.
Course Content
Basic concepts in engineering and design. Engineering ethics. Needs and information analysis. Modeling and simulation. Problem solving and decision making. Engineering economical analysis. Project planning and scheduling. Optimization. Engineering reports, proposals and presentations. Health and safety. Case studies and design project proposals on the full range of geological engineering applications.
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, the student is expected to understand the basic concepts of engineering design and the application of those design concepts to the full spectrum of geological engineering design problems/projects so that the student will gain the theoretical knowledge and vision that is necessary for implementing the continuing course GEOE 492-Geological Engineering Design II, where he/she is required to complete a major engineering design project in small design groups.
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 visualize topographical and geological features in 4-D for solving Geological Engineering problems | ✔ | |||