Historical background, present status and future challenges of civil engineering profession. Ethics and professional responsibility. Written and oral communication. Concepts of analysis, design, computational approaches, experiments. Interpretation of results and decision making. Invited lecturers.
Practice the use of measuring tape, theodolite and level. Surveying of small areas and buildings. Locating contour lines on a plan. Levelling vertical distances and angular measurements. Traverse calculation and Tacheometric method for drawing 3D plan. Area and volume calculation. Four weeks of fieldwork and a final exam.
Descriptive statistics. Sets, events, and probability. Random variables, discrete and continuous distributions. Mathematical expectation and correlation analysis. Discrete probability distributions, Poisson process. Continuous probability distributions. Introduction to reliability theory and failure. Functions of random variables. Introduction to estimation theory. Simple and multiple regression, least squares. Statistics of extreme events. Testing of hypothesis. Civil engineering applications..
Cementing materials, aggregates, concrete, masonry, structural metals, polymers, composites, and timber.
llustration of their applications in engineering. Laboratory sessions on cementing materials, aggregates,
concrete, masonry.
Prerequisite: ME 212 Materials Science
Concept of modeling and basic principles. Rigid bodies: Equivalent systems of forces. Equilibrium of rigid bodies. Analysis of two-dimensional trusses. Normal and shear forces and movement diagrams in onedimensional structures. Mechanical properties, static and dynamic loading. Plastic stresses and strains due to axial and shear loading and bending and torsional moments. Transformations of stress and strain, multidimensional stress-strain relations. Stresses due to combined loading. Failure criteria. Deflection of beams. Elastic stability. Prerequisite: PHYS 130 and CHEM 105.
Concept of modeling and basic principles; Rigid bodies: Equivalent systems of forces; Equilibrium of rigid bodies, analysis of planar rigid body systems; Distributed forces; Normal and shear forces and moment diagrams; Virtual work principle. Prerequisite: PHYS 101
Concept of modeling and basic principles. Forces, resultants, equivalent systems of forces. Free body diagrams and equilibrium. Virtual work and stability of equilibrium. Internal forces. Analysis of trusses and beams. Kinematics of particles. Kinetics of particles. Impulse and momentum. Dynamics of rigid bodies. Energy principles.
Stress and deformation. Uniaxial tension test, temperature effects in bars. Torsion of circular shafts. Simple bending of beams and associated deflections, shear stresses in beams. Combined stresses due to bending, torsion, shear and axial loads. Transformation of stress, principal stresses, and Mohr’s circle. Introduction to energy principles. Failure criteria. Stability and buckling.
Fundamental principles of fluid mechanics and their application to engineering problems. Fluid statics.
Kinematics of fluid flow: continuity equation, stream function, irrotational flow velocity potential. Fluid
dynamics: flow of viscous fluids. Newtonian fluids, simple laminar flow systems, turbulence, flow in pipes.
Selected topics from compressible flow, open channel flow, boundary layer theory. Prerequisite: CE 245 Mechanics
A quantitative introduction to the principles of hydrology, hydraulics and water resources planning for design and analysis of systems concerned with the use and control of water, storage, water transmission; design of open channels and pressure conduits. Ground water engineering, economical analysis of water resources projects. Prerequisite: 311 Fluid Mechanics or approved equivalent
Origin of earth; formation distribution and properties of minerals and rocks. Processes of alteration; weathering; sedimentation, metamorphism. Geological structures. Use of Geological Maps. Engineering Geology.
Physical properties of soils, soil classification, soil structure, moisture effects; compressibility and consolidation,; stress, deformation, and strength characteristics; stress distribution and analysis; lateral earth pressures; slope stability. Basic laboratory experiments. Prerequisite: CE 331 Earth Sciences Core Requisite: CE 334 Soil Mechanics Laboratory
Basic laboratory experiments:
Specific gravity, Atterberg Limits, grain size distribution, compaction,
permeability, consolidation, unconfined compressive, strength, CBR, direct
shear and triaxial compression tests. Application of principles treated in
CE 332.
Design of steel structures, material properties of steel. Allowable stress design approach. Introduction to Turkish standards, Eurocodes and AISC codes. Connections, tension members, compression members,beam-columns. Beams and girders. Design of frames, trusses and industrial buildings. Prerequisite: CE 246 Strength of Materials
Mechanical properties of structural concrete. Behavior of reinforced concrete elements under different natural and physical conditions and under normal force, shear, moment and torsion. Ultimate design of reinforced concrete beams, floor systems and columns. Introduction to Turkish Standard Reinforced Concrete Design and the codes related of the American Concrete Institute for reinforced concrete buildings. Prerequisite: CE 212 Engineering Materials, CE 246 (Strength of Materials)
Assumptions, principles of equilibrium in determining reactions, bending moments and shear diagrams. Influence lines. Determination of displacements by virtual work. Castigliano’s theorem and moment area theorems. Statically indeterminate structures. Force and displacement method of approach using slopedeflection method. Flexibility and stiffness methods. Virtual work, strain energy, moment area and moment distribution methods. Matrix methods of structural analysis. Introduction to computer programs and use of program packages for structural analysis. Prerequisite: CE 246 Strength of Materials
Use of numerical techniques to investigate case studies in civil engineering topics including hydraulics, geotechnics and structures. Interpolation and numerical integration techniques; numerical solutions to ordinary differential equations using Runge-Kutta and multistep techniques; application of finite difference techniques to partial differential equations using parabolic and elliptic equations; convergence and error analysis, development and application of computer programs to case studies derived from civil engineering practices.
Techniques commonly associated with systems engineering. New techniques applicable to design and operations of civil engineering systems. Linear optimization, linear programming, transportation and assignment problems, network analysis; queuing theory; simulation techniques; decision analysis; nonlinear optimization; critical path method; applications of fuzzy logic, expert systems, neural networks in civil engineering. Prerequisite: CE 202 Intro. to Probability and Statistics for Civil Engineers
The course is designed to introduce the concept of ground water flow hydrology and contamination as an extension of the mandatory fluid mechanics and hydraulics taught in the junior year of the civil engineering curriculum. Ground water flow as well as contaminant transport in the subsurface media are presented at an introductory level as well as presentation of real life case studies. Prerequisite: CE 312 Hydraulic Engineering
The coastal zone; wave classification; water waves; engineering properties of water waves; wave energy, transformation of waves, shoaling, refraction, diffraction; wave breaking; wave generation and prediction; tides, wave forces; design of breakwaters, seawalls, pile structures, and beach fills. Prerequisite: CE 311 Fluid Mechanics
Water supply sources, transmission, water distribution reservoirs and networks; wastewater collection and disposal; introduction to water and wastewater treatment methods.
Application of soil mechanics and other related techniques to design of foundation. Methods and site and soil exploration; bearing capacity and settlements; shallow and deep foundation; bracing and retaining structures. Case studies.
Prerequisite: CE 332 Soil Mechanics
Analysis and design of reinforced concrete deep beams, shells and folded plate members, substructures, retaining walls, chimneys, tanks, silos and bridges. Principles of prestressed concrete: Creep, shrinkage and temperature effects. Special provisions for aseismic design of reinforced concrete elements. Precast concrete. Analysis and design of reinforced concrete.
Prerequisite: CE 354.
Review of aseismic design codes; alternate philosophies in earthquake
design principles; concept of ductile design principles and regulations in
reinforced concrete, steel and prefabricated structures; Introduction to
active and passive control in structures against seismicity.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor
Principles of the design of transportation facilities with emphasis on highways and airports. Planning, geometric design, drainage, pavement design, air photogrammetry and mapping, geophysical subsurface explorations and sampling of materials and testing and roadway construction.
The global and national importance of the problem. Accident studies. Role of human, vehicle and road factors in road safety. Operation, control and management of highway and street networks for safety. Safety improvement programs. Relationship among highway design elements and safety. Safety evaluation methods for countermeasures. Evaluation of effectiveness and benefit/cost of improvement programs. Future research needs.
Nature of Structuring and Basic Concepts; Classification of Structures; Architecture-Structure Alliance in Buildings; Structural Mechanics Applied in Structural Design of Bearing Systems for Large Indoor Spaces in Buildings Having Components with Straight Lined and/or Curvilinear Forms; Description of the Basic Distinction Between Forms Through the Evolution of the Art of Structural Systems; Introduction to Tall Buildings; Brief Introduction to Transportation Structures.
Assessment, analysis and management. Mean-variance portfolio theory. Efficient market hypothesis. Single- and multi-factor models. Certainty equivalent analysis. An introduction to stochastic calculus. Options and real options and applications in project management. Risk analysis in capital investments. Random sampling from input distributions and simulations. Utility and measures of risk aversion. Integrated risk management.
Inter-disciplinary project undertaken by a student, either together with a small team of other students or individually, under the supervision of a faculty member. The object is to enable the student to apply as much of his/her education as possible to the solution of a specific realistic problem. Students are required to meet on a regular basis for consultation with, and report orally to their project supervisor. A written midterm progress report and a final report are required of each student together with at least one oral report to his/her classmates.
Understanding the professional and ethical values, and related responsibilities of a civil engineer in practice using case studies in construction and engineering sector. Familiarization with different roles and related job descriptions of an engineer. Use of planning, negotiation, presentation, and communication techniques to develop and relay engineering ideas. Discussion on project/construction management, quantity take-off and general contracting procedures to implement the engineering solutions.
Introduction to ITS. Sensors in modern traffic management systems. Traffic flow theory as applied to ITS. Traffic flow characterization. Traffic simulation and simulation tool examples. Discrete traffic modeling. Traffic flow sensor technologies. Overhead sensor installation along a highway. Data requirement for future traffic management applications. Applications of sensor data to traffic management. Freeway incident management. Adaptive traffic signals. Corridor management-ramp metering. Evaluating ITS.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor
Introduction to bridge engineering. Historical background of bridges and types. Bridge aesthetics and proportioning. Design process. Review of applicable design codes. Loads on bridges and force distribution. Bridge geometry. Conceptual design. Analysis tools for highway and pedestrian bridges. Concrete and steel deck design. Design of substructures such as foundations with or without piles; abutments, retaining walls and wing walls; columns and cap beams; bearings. Introduction to reinforced concrete and prestress concrete principles.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor
Application of cost engineering for construction projects, Bidding procedures, Construction Cost Estimating, Conceptual and preliminary estimates, detailed cost estimate, Project Monitoring and Cots Controlling, Construction Accounting Systems, Earned Value, Performance Indices, Cash Flow Management.
Design and analysis of flexible and rigid pavements for highways and airports. Types of pavement structures, distresses. Characterization and behavior of pavement materials under various environmental conditions and traffic loading. Pavement maintanance and rehabilitation techniques. The concept of life cycle cost analysis and pavement management systems.
Single degree of freedom systems, multi degree of freedom systems, introduction to vibration based health monitoring, impulse response, frequency response function, vibration instrumentation, optimal sensor placement, probability and stochastic processes, random vibrations, signal processing, Fourier series expansion, Discrete Fourier Transforms, Fast Fourier Transform, Stochastic system identification
Discussion of basic steps in design and design principles. Design of RC slabs and footings, second order effects in long columns. Fundamentals of seismic design. Behavior and design of structural walls. Approximate methods. Detailing. Case studies.
Prerequisite: CE 351 Reinforced Concrete
Numerical modeling; numerical experimentation; classical and modern methods; mathematics review; radial basis functions (RBFs); collocation using RBFs; interpolation using RBFs; the unsymmetrical RBF collocation method (RBFCM), solution of ordinary differential equations; solution of linear partial differential equations (Laplace, Poisson, Helmholtz); solution of nonlinear partial differential equations (Burger); methods of time integration; single step, multiple step and predictor corrector methods; solution of transient partial differential equations(convection-diffusion); symmetrical RBFCM, augmented RBFs; RBFCM with additional PDE collocation on the boundary; problems with moving boundaries.
Prerequisite: MATH 202, CMPE 100 or approved equivalents
Real estate cycles, introduction to feasibility studies, review of corporate finance topics as applied to real estate development, introduction to zoning and regulations in Turkey, project feasibility analysis fundamentals and case examples, design stage considerations, construction stage considerations, delivery stage considerations, contract management, project financing techniques
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