FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Department of Civil Engineering

CIVE 460 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name
Soil Improvement Techniques
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
CIVE 460
Fall/Spring
2
2
3
5

Prerequisites
  CIVE 303 To get a grade of at least FD
or CIVE 314 To get a grade of at least FD
Course Language
English
Course Type
Elective
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery face to face
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Problem Solving
Lecture / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)
Course Objectives The course covers soil improvement techniques, insitu tests, strengthening techniques and soil modification. Topics will be further investigated through laboratory and field tests.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Define the knowledge of laboratory and in situ tests for soil improvement projects.
  • Define the knowledge of surface compaction and its methods.
  • Explain the concept of admixture stabilization and deep densification.
  • Discuss the concept of using consolidation and vertical drains for soft soil improvement.
  • Explain the concept of usage of reinforcement in field tests.
Course Description The course introduces the various types of improvement methods of engineering properties of soils and the application of engineering methods to ground improvement projects.

 



Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
X
Supportive Courses
Media and Management Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Related Preparation
1 Introduction to Soil Improvement Techniques Chapter 1: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
2 In Situ Tests (Spt and Cpt), other In Situ Tests Chapter 2: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
3 Surface Compaction, Dynamic Compaction Chapter 3: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
4 Lime Stabilization, Cement Stabilization, Asphalt Stabilization Chapter 4-7: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
5 Consolidation, Preloading Test Chapter 5: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
6 Jet grout, stone columns and Vibroflotation Chapter 6: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
7 Soil nailing Chapter 7: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
8 Review Chapter 1-7: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
9 Types and Functions of Geosynthetics Chapter 8: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
10 Geotextiles, geogrids Chapter 8: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
11 Geomembranes, Geosynthetic Clay Liners Chapter 8: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
12 Concept of Reinforced Soil Chapter 8: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
13 Reinforced Soil Walls Chapter 9: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
14 Reinforced Soil Slopes Chapter 9: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.
15 Semester Review
16 Final Exam

 

Course Notes/Textbooks

Raj, P. P. (2016). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Published by Laxmi Publications (P) Ltd., New Delhi, 2016 

ISBN 10: 8131805948 / ISBN 13: 9788131805947

Suggested Readings/Materials

Moseley, M. P., & Kirsch, K. (2004). Ground improvement. 2nd Edition CRC Press. ISBN 9780429095917

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
1
30
Project
1
30
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm
Final Exam
1
40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
2
60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
40
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Theoretical Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
32
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)
16
2
32
Study Hours Out of Class
14
3
42
Field Work
0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
0
Portfolio
0
Homework / Assignments
0
Presentation / Jury
1
5
5
Project
1
9
9
Seminar / Workshop
0
Oral Exam
0
Midterms
0
Final Exam
1
30
30
    Total
150

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Civil Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Civil Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

3

To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.

4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in engineering applications.

X
5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Civil Engineering research topics.

X
6

To be able to work efficiently in Civil Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.

8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of engineering solutions.

9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications.

10

To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.

11

To be able to collect data in the area of Civil Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language;

12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Civil Engineering.

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest

 


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