| Overall Educational Objective |
To learn the basic structure of the earth, plate tectonics theory, rock forming geological processes, corresponding minerals and rock types, soil formation, topographical mapping and geological mapping in context of engineering applications.
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| Course Description |
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to basic geological concepts. The following topics are covered: Earth structure, Plate tectonics, Matters & minerals, Magmatic processes & Igneous rocks, Sedimentary processes & Sedimentary Rocks, Metamorphic processes & Metamorphic rocks, Weathering processes & Soil formation, Soil Profile and Soil nomenclature, Geologic time, Structural geology, Topographical and Geologic Mapping, Earthquakes, Faults, Seismicity, Crustal deformation, Groundwater, Surface water, Geology in Engineering Applications.
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| Course Description in Turkish |
Bu derste temel jeoloji kavramları şu konu başlıkları altında kapsamlı bir şekilde incelenmektedir: Dünyanın yapısı, plaka tektoniği, madde ve mineraller, magmatik süreçler ve mağmatik kayaçlar, tortul süreçler ve tortul kayaçlar , metamorfik süreçler ve metamorfik kayaçlar , ayrışma süreçleri ve zemin oluşumu, zemin profili, zemin terimleri, jeolojik zaman, yapısal jeoloji , topoğrafik ve jeolojik haritaların yorumlanması , deprem, fay hatları & depremsellik, kabuk deformasyonları, yeraltısuyu ve yerüstü su kaynakları, jeolojinin mühendislik uygulamalarındaki yeri.
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Course Learning Outcomes and Competences
Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) discuss plate tectonics theory & plate boundaries, relates plate tectonics to earthquakes & faults, identifies structure of the earth & geologic time, applies relative dating principles,
2) describe metamorphic, magmatic, sedimentary processes & compares the corresponding common minerals & rock types,
3) identify the weathering processes, soil formation, soil profile & nomenclature based on soil particle size,
4) interpret topographical maps & simple geological maps, utilize the information from geological and topographical maps to develop geologic cross-sections, identify basic geologic structures on cross-sections,
5) discuss groundwater and surface water concepts in geology, relates surface water to soil deposition, relates geological concepts to engineering applications,
6) demonstrate skills of self-directed study & explain one of the earth science (geology) related contemporary issues.
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Program Outcomes and Competences |
Level |
Assessed by |
| 1) |
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
H |
Exam,Participation
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| 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 |
N |
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| 3) |
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences |
N |
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| 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 |
N |
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| 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 |
N |
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| 6) |
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
N |
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| 7) |
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. |
S |
HW
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| Week |
Subject |
| 1) |
Expectations from the course, An Introduction to Geology: The Science of Earth, Importance of Geology in Engineering Applications, Earth Structure, |
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Plate Tectonics: Theory of Continental Drift, The Theory of Plate Tectonics, Earth’s Major Plates, Divergent and Convergent Plate Boundaries |
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Matter & Minerals: How do minerals form? Physical Properties of Minerals, Most Common Minerals, Term Project Discussion: Requirements |
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Igneous Rocks & Volcanos: Magma, Intrusive Activity, Igneous Textures, Common Igneous Rocks, Nature of Volcanos |
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Weathering & Soils: Categories of Weathering, Soil formation, Soil Exploration, Soil Classification |
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Sedimentary Rocks: Origin & Classification, Common Sedimentary Rocks |
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Metamorphic Rocks: Metamorphism, Parent Rocks, Metamorphic Environments, Common Metamorphic Rocks, Laboratory: Observing Major Rock Types, Physical Properties & Minerals |
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Earth’s Interior, Geologic Time, Crustal Deformation |
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Structural Geology: Topographical Mapping & Geologic Mapping Basics |
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Structural Geology: Constructing Geologic Cross-Sections |
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Structural Geology: Constructing Geologic Cross-Sections |
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Earthquakes: Earthquakes, Seismicity & Faults
Divergent & Convergent Boundaries
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Water in Geology: Groundwater & Surface Water |
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Overview of Ground Exploration, Applications of Engineering Geology: Tunnels, Dams, Foundations & Building Materials |
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Final Exam/Project/Presentation period |
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Final Exam/Project/Presentation period |
Information Package / Course Catalogue