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	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
Course Level	First Cycle
Mode of Delivery	Face to face
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	-
National Occupational Classification Code	-
Course Coordinator	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Pelin Aklık
Course Lecturer(s)	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Pelin Aklık
Assistant(s)	Araş. Gör. Hüseyin Kürşat Çelik

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;

Name	Description	PC Sub	* Contribution Level
Name	Description	PC Sub	1	2	3	4	5
LO1	Define the knowledge of laboratory and in situ tests for soil improvement projects.	1.5				X
LO2	Define the knowledge of surface compaction and its methods.	1.6			X
LO3	Explain the concept of admixture stabilization and deep densification.	1.6			X
LO4	Discuss the concept of using consolidation and vertical drains for soft soil improvement.	1.6			X
LO5	Explain the concept of usage of reinforcement in field tests.	1.6			X

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.

Related Sustainable Development Goals

Course Category	Core Courses
	Major Area Courses	X
	Supportive Courses
	Media and Managment Skills Courses
	Transferable Skill Courses

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week	Subjects	Required Materials	Learning Outcome
1	Introduction to Soil Improvement Techniques	Chapter 1: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO1
2	In Situ Tests (Spt and Cpt), other In Situ Tests	Chapter 2: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO1
3	Surface Compaction, Dynamic Compaction	Chapter 3: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO2
4	Lime Stabilization, Cement Stabilization, Asphalt Stabilization	Chapter 4-7: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO3
5	Consolidation, Preloading Test	Chapter 5: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO4
6	Jet grout, Stone Columns and Vibroflotation	Chapter 6: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO4
7	Soil Nailing	Chapter 7: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO5
8	Soil Nailing	Chapter 7: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO5
9	Types and Functions of Geosynthetics	Chapter 8: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO1
10	Geotextiles, Geogrids	Chapter 8: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO1
11	Geomembranes, Geosynthetic Clay Liners	Chapter 8: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO1
12	Concept of Reinforced Soil	Chapter 9: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO5
13	Reinforced Soil Walls	Chapter 9: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO5
14	Reinforced Soil Slopes	Chapter 9: Raj, P. P. (1999). Ground Improvement Techniques (HB). Firewall Media.	LO5
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: 9788131805947.
Suggested Readings/Materials	Moseley M. P. & Kirsch K. (2004). Ground Improvement. 2nd Edition CRC Press. ISBN 9780429095917.

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities	Number	Weighting	LO1	LO2	LO3	LO4	LO5
Presentation / Jury	1	30	X	X	X	X	X
Project	1	30	X	X	X	X	X
Final Exam	1	40	X	X	X	X	X
Total	3	100

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Participation	-	-	-
Theoretical Course Hours	16	2	32
Laboratory / Application Hours	16	2	32
Study Hours Out of Class	14	3	42
Field Work	-	-	-
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	-	-	-
Portfolio	-	-	-
Homework / Assignments	-	-	-
Presentation / Jury	1	5	5
Project	1	9	9
Seminar / Workshop	-	-	-
Oral Exams	-	-	-
Midterms	-	-	-
Final Exam	1	30	30
		Total	150

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	* Contribution Level
#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge of mathematics, science, basic engineering, computation, and related engineering discipline-specific topics; the ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex engineering problems.
	1	Mathematics
	2	Science
	3	Basic Engineering
	4	Computation
	5	Related engineering discipline-specific topics				LO1
	6	The ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex engineering problems			LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
2	Problem Analysis: Ability to identify, formulate and analyze complex engineering problems using basic knowledge of science, mathematics and engineering, and considering the UN Sustainable Development Goals relevant to the problem being addressed.
3	Engineering Design: The ability to devise creative solutions to complex engineering problems; the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices or products to meet current and future needs, considering realistic constraints and conditions.
	1	Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems
	2	Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices or products to meet current and future needs, considering realistic constraints and conditions
4	Use of Techniques and Tools: Ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and computing tools, including estimation and modeling, for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while recognizing their limitations.
5	Research and Investigation: Ability to use research methods to investigate complex engineering problems, including literature research, designing and conducting experiments, collecting data, and analyzing and interpreting results.
	1	Literature research for the study of complex engineering problems
	2	Designing experiments
	3	Ability to use research methods, including conducting experiments, collecting data. analyzing and interpreting results
6	Global Impact of Engineering Practices: Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability, and the environment, within the context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions.
	1	Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability, and the environment, within the context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals
	2	Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions
7	Ethical Behavior: Acting in accordance with the principles of the engineering profession, knowledge about ethical responsibility; awareness of being impartial, without discrimination, and being inclusive of diversity.
	1	Acting in accordance with the principles of the engineering profession, knowledge about ethical responsibility ethical responsibility
	2	Awareness of being impartial and inclusive of diversity, without discriminating on any subject
8	Individual and Teamwork: Ability to work effectively, individually and as a team member or leader on interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote or hybrid).
	1	Ability to work individually and within the discipline
	2	Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote or hybrid)
9	Verbal and Written Communication: Taking into account the various differences of the target audience (such as education, language, profession) on technical issues.
	1	Ability to communicate verbally
	2	Ability to communicate effectively in writing
10	Project Management: Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
	1	Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis
	2	Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation
11	Lifelong Learning: Lifelong learning skills that include being able to learn independently and continuously, adapting to new and developing technologies, and thinking questioningly about technological changes.