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SEMESTRE 1

MT111Calculus IPreReq.:-Credit:4
Real numbers, functions, and graphs; limits and continuity; the derivative and differentiation; extreme function values, techniques of graphing, and the exact differential.

PS111General Physics IPreReq.:-Credit:3
Introduces classical mechanics. Space and time: straight-line kinematics; motion in a plane; forces and equilibrium; experimental basis of Newton's laws; particle dynamics; universal gravitation; collisions and conservation laws; work and potential energy; vibrational motion; conservative forces; inertial forces and non-inertial frames; central force motions; rigid bodies and rotational dynamics.

CH101General ChemistryPreReq.:-Credit:3
Matter and measurements; Atom, molecules and ions. Stochiometry, the mole, mass relations in chemistry reactions; gases, kinetic theory of gases; electronic structure and the Periodic Table, quantum numbers, energy levels and orbitals. Covalent bonding, thermo-chemistry, calorimetry, bond energy, firs law of thermodynamics, liquids and solids, molecular substances, phase diagrams, types of solutions, concentration units, acid-base model, water dissociation constant, pH and pOH; Alkanes and alkenes, aromatic hydrocarbonates and their derivatives, functional groups, synthetic organic polymers, nuclear reactions, nuclear stability and radioactivity, nuclear fission, nuclear fusion.

ENG101Introduction to ComputersPreReq.:-Credit:3
An introduction to basic aspects of computing, operating systems, computing environments, networks and tools. This course provides a background of tools using DOS and Windows environments for word processing, spreadsheets and databases.

ENG103Computer Aided DesignPreReq.:-Credit:3
Understanding the purposes and commands of AutoCAD, creating new shapes altering them and adding new entities to them. Modifying objects placing notes and specifications on objects, drawing solid objects, Isometrics, The user co-ordinate system, 3D commands, solid bock building, plotting AutoCAD drawings.

ENGL001English IPreReq.:-Credit:2
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SEMESTRE 2

MT112Calculus IIPreReq.:MT111Credit:4
The definite integral and integration; computing areas; application of the definite integral; inverse functions, and exponential functions; and inverse trigonometric functions, and hyperbolic functions. Computing anti derivative, rational functions. (Prerequisite: MT111)

MT104Linear AlgebraPreReq.:-Credit:3
This course deals with subjects such as system of linear equations, matrices, determinants, introduction to eigenvalues and eigenvectors, dot product, cross product, vector spaces and linear transformations.

PS112General Physics IIPreReq.:PS111Credit:3
Introduction to electromagnetism and electrostatics: electric charge, Coulomb's Law, electric structure of matter, conductors and dielectrics. Gauss's Law, Concepts of electrostatic field and potential, electrostatic energy. Electric currents, magnetic fields and Ampere's law. Magnetic materials. Time-varying fields and Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction; magnetism and matter; basic electric circuits; AC circuits and resonance; Electromagnetic waves and Maxwell's equations. (Prerequisite: PS111)

ENG102Computer Programming IPreReq.:ENG101Credit:3
In this computer programming course, students learn how to solve problem using computers. The concept and notation of algorithms. Problem analysis, development of algorithms and their implementation in a procedure-oriented language. Topics include the integrated programming environment (editing, computing, debugging), data types, operators, input/output structured programming, program control, passing parameters and arrays.

ENG106Fundamentals of Industrial EngineeringPreReq.:-Credit:3
Introduction to Industrial Engineering (IE), brief history of IE, related disciplines, production systems design, production systems design, production systems control, quality control, total management, operations research, decision sciences and systems.

ENGL002English IIPreReq.:-Credit:2
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SEMESTRE 3

MT211Calculus IIIPreReq.:MT112Credit:4
Calculus of several variables, emphasising applications. Vector algebra, partial differentiation, multiple integrals, and vector calculus. Infinite series, and power series. (Prerequisite: MT 112)

MT207Probability TheoryPreReq.:-Credit:3
Theoretical definition of probability, various examples for probability, counting techniques, conditional probability, Bayes theorem, tree diagrams. Discrete and continuous probability distributions, mathematical expectation, standard normal distribution. Introduction to inferential statistics. Organising data, calculating mean, standard deviation, mode, median and range.

ENG201Fundamentals of Electrical EngineeringPreReq.:-Credit:3
The Physical foundation of electric circuits. Electric current, electromotive force (voltage), resistance, DC and AC, Ohms law. Power and energy. Real and ideal sources. Circuit analysis of resistive networks: Kirchhoffs voltage and current laws, voltage-divider rule, the current-divider rule ,wye-delta transformations, voltage and current source conversions, mesh-current analysis, nodal analysis. Network theorems: superposition theorem, The venin theorem, Norton theorem, maximum power transfer theorem. Transients in RC, RL and RLC circuits. AC waveform, period and frequency. AC values. AC voltage and current in capacitors and inductors. Sinusoidal steady-state analysis and power calculations. Mutual inductance and transformers.

ENG203Computer Programming IIPreReq.:ENG102Credit:4
A continuation of the development of discipline in program design, implementation and in programming style. Topics include algorithms, recursion, and classical data structures. An additional language will be introduced.

CVEN201StaticsPreReq.:PS111Credit:3
Introduction to rigid body mechanics, equivalent force systems. Concepts of moment, couple, resultant. Equilibrium; Free body diagram; equations of equilibrium. Structural analysis; trusses; beams. Properties of surfaces. Area moment and cancroids; moment and product of inertia; principal directions.

CVEN205Technical DrawingPreReq.:ENG103Credit:2
Introduction to technical drawing. Drawing instruments and their use, lettering, lines, geometry of straight lines, scale drawing. Dimensions. Development of surfaces, shape description, selection of views, projecting the views. Pictorial drawing, diametric trimetric projection.

SEMESTRE 4

MT212Enginnering MathematicsPreReq.:MT211Credit:3
Vector calculus. Orthogonal co-ordinate systems, Cylindrical and Spherical co-ordinates. Line, Surface, and Volume Integrals, Divergence and Stokes' theorems. Complex numbers, and the theory of functions of a complex variable. Fourier series and boundary value problems. (Prerequisite: MT211)

MT206Differential EquationsPreReq.:MT112Credit:4
Study of ordinary differential equations. Standard solution methods for first-order equation. Higher-order forced linear equations with constant coefficients. Complex numbers; Laplace transform. Matrix methods for first-order linear systems with constant coefficients. Series solutions to second-order equations. Fourier series solutions. (Prerequisite: MT112)

ENG204Introduction to Modelling and OptimizationPreReq.:-Credit:3
A general overview of operations research, with selected applications from engineering and management systems and interdisciplinary areas. The methodology of mathematical modelling and its relation to problems in industrial, commercial and public systems. Introduction to linear programming: the simplex method, duality, sensitivity analysis and related topics. Network models and project scheduling.

CVEN202Strength of MaterialsPreReq.:CVEN201Credit:3
Simple stress and strain. Equilibrium, compatibility and constitutive relations, state of stress and state of strain with emphasis on two dimensional problems. Bending and shear stresses. Shear and bending moment diagrams by integrating and section method. Deflection of beams. Torsion of circular shafts. Combined stresses. Buckling of columns.(Prerequisite: CVEN201)

CVEN204SurveyingPreReq.:-Credit:3
Distance measurement. Taping. Angle measurement. Errors. Direct, indirect and conditional adjustment of observations. Differential levelling. Rise and fall. Height of collimation method. Traverse surveys. Azimuth and coordinate computations. Area computations. Stadia survey. Trigonometric levelling. Contour lines. Curve layout. Remote sensing and photogrammetry.

CVEN250Summer Practice IPreReq.:-Credit:0
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FELFree ElectiveCredit:3

SEMESTRE 5

CVEN301DynamicsPreReq.:CVEN201Credit:3
Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies: absolute motion, relative motion. Kinetics of particles: equation of motion, work-energy and impulse-momentum. Systems of particles. Kinetics of rigid bodies: Euler's equation, plane motion of rigid bodies, kinetic energy of rigid bodies. Introduction to the dynamics of vibrating systems.(Prerequisite: CVEN201)

CVEN305Transportation EngineeringPreReq.:-Credit:2
Detailed study of transportation planning process. Inventory of existing travel demand. Trip generation, trip distribution model split and trip assignment techniques, forecasting and plan evaluation. Vehicle, highway and travel facts. Vehicle operation characteristics. Stopping and passing sight distance. Zero line application, simple horizontal curve, compound and reverse curves, transition length and super elevation. Basic definitions and computations of level of service. Setting out circular and transition curves. Earthwork volumes.

CVEN307Soil MechanicsPreReq.:-Credit:3
Introduction: Engineering problems involving soils. Basic characteristics of soils, classification and compaction of soils. Principle of effective stress. Permeability and flow of water (seepage) in soils. Shear strength of soils.

CVEN309Fluid MechanicsPreReq.:-Credit:3
Definitions, physical properties. Hydrostatics, forces on plane and curved surfaces, buoyancy, hydrostatics in moving and rotating containers. Lagrangian and Eulerian descriptions, derivatives, rate of deformation, flow lines. System and control volume approach, Reynolds transport theorem, principles of conservation of mass, momentum and energy, Bernoulli equation. Dimensional analysis.

CVEN303Structural Analysis IPreReq.:CVEN202Credit:3
Unsymmetrical bending, shear centre. Definition, classification, idealisation and modelling of structure. Analysis of statically determinate structures, including beams, frames and arches. Analysis of cables. Work and energy principles and their application in deformation analysis of structures. Force method of structural analysis.(Prerequisite: CVEN202)

CVEN311Design of Steel Structures IPreReq.:CVEN201Credit:3
General concepts in design. Design methods, loads (dead, live, wind, snow and earthquake), codes, safety, serviceability. Behavior of steel structures. Tension members, types and behavior of connections in steel structures, bolted and welded connections. (Prerequisite: CVEN201)

TURK001Turkish IPreReq.:-Credit:0
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TFL101Turkish as Foreign Lang. IPreReq.:-Credit:0
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SEMESTRE 6

CVEN306Reinforced Concrete Structures IPreReq.:CVEN201Credit:3
Concept of design Structures. Limit state theory, concept of safety, definition of reinforced concrete element. Criterion of failure of axial loading. Section under binding and axial load, cracking and limit states. Stress distribution of compression zone of concrete. Bending combined with axial loading. Internal forces. Equilibrium equations. Design tables and curves for rectangular section. Design of rectangular, double reinforced beams and T-Beams. Shear Design of beams. Bond, anchorage, splices of reinforcement, practical considerations. (Prerequisite: CVEN201)

CVEN312Design of Steel Structures IIPreReq.:CVEN311Credit:3
Analysis of compression members- single shapes, built-up shapes, braced elements. Design of compression members. Analysis of moment frames, design of compression members in frames. Design of base plates. Introduction to beams. (Prerequisite: CVEN311)

CVEN304Structural Analysis IIPreReq.:CVEN303Credit:3
Introduction to structural analysis. Displacement methods: slope deflection, moment distribution, special topics. Stiffness method, derivation of element stiffness matrices, assembly procedures. Computerised implementation of the stiffness method and use of instructional programs. Large scale structural analysis. Influence lines and moving loads. (Prerequisite: CVEN303)

CVEN308Construction MaterialsPreReq.:-Credit:3
Introduction to materials of construction-characterisation, chemical/physical properties.Basics of concrete technology- Fresh concrete, hardened concrete. Concrete mix design. Tests on construction materials. Special construction materials.

ENG304Engineering EconomicsPreReq.:-Credit:3
Importance of engineering economy in industrial practice. Engineering economy related concepts, Present value of money, compound interest formulas, present worth methods, payback period, internal rate of return, capital cost, Benefit/cost rate, evaluation of alternative investment projects, mathematics of inflation, risk analysis.

MT308Numerical AnalysisPreReq.:MT112Credit:3
Errors and accuracy; polynomial approximation; interpolation; numerical differentiation and integration; numerical solution of differential equations; least square and minimum - maximum errors approximations; non-linear equations; eigenvalues and eigenvectors of matrices. (Prerequisite: MT112)

CVEN350Summer Practice IIPreReq.:-Credit:0
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TURK002Turkish IIPreReq.:-Credit:0
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TFL102Turkish as Foreign Lang. IIPreReq.:-Credit:0
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SEMESTRE 7

CVEN401Earthquake EngineeringPreReq.:CVEN202Credit:3
Nature of earthquake ground motion and response spectra. Dynamic response of buildings. Static lateral force procedures and provisions of acting Codes. Principles of design for drift and lateral stability. Seismic design of floor diaphragms, steel and reinforced concrete structures. Geotechnical and foundation design considerations. Design of structures with seismic isolation. (Prerequisite: CVEN202)

CVEN403Computer Application in Civil Eng.PreReq.:CVEN303Credit:3
Application of finite element method and computer programs for problems of structural mechanics and design of structures. Utilization of new and updated package programs in modelling of structures. Two and three dimensional complete analysis and design of buildings. Utilization of software packages SAP2000- Educational, Ide-Static, Probina.ETABS. (Prerequisite: CVEN303)

CVEN407Reinforced Concrete Structure IIPreReq.:CVEN306Credit:3
Behavior and strength of members under combined shear and torsion. Design specifications.Design of One way slabs, Two way slabs. Design of Joist Floors. Design of columns- short, slender. Design of footings. (Prerequisite: CVEN306)

CVEN409Construction Eng. and ManagementPreReq.:-Credit:3
Profile of construction sector; company and site organization. Documents in a contract file, types of contracts. General specifications for public works. Technical specifications. Working schedules; manpower and equipment requirements on the job. Quantity measurement monthly payments. Final account and payment. Safety in construction. Economical and juridical basis of construction planning. Methods of planning. Gnat charts, networks. CPM and PERT Arrow and present system. Rock drilling and blasting operations.

TELTechnical ElectiveCredit:3

FELFree ElectiveCredit:3

NH001National History IPreReq.:-Credit:0
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SEMESTRE 8

CVEN490Special ProjectPreReq.:-Credit:4
This is the capstone course for students in civil engineering. It is designed to bring together the knowledge and skills learnt in the major engineering courses and the minor or further specialization option. The student has the option of one of the following main branches of specialization: - Structural Mechanics Division; - Transportation Division; - Construction Division;- Hydraulics Division.

CVEN410HydrologyPreReq.:-Credit:2
Hydrologic analysis in water resources: Precipitation, stream flow and hydrograph analysis. Hydrologic flood routing. Statistical analysis in water resources. Ground water hydrology. Engineering applications.

TELTechnical ElectiveCredit:3

TELTechnical ElectiveCredit:3

TELTechnical ElectiveCredit:3

NH002National History IIPreReq.:-Credit:0
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 TECHNICAL ELECTIVES

CEN494Applied Scientific ComputingPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN404Structural Matrix AnalysisPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN405Traffic EngineeringPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN412Dynamics of StructuresPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN415Construction ContractingPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN420Water and Wastewater Treatment Plan DesignPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN421Pavement DesignPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN425Mechanics of Sea WavesPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN430Coastal and Port EngineeringPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN435Intr. to Design and Construction of Offshore StructuresPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN440Foundation EngineeringPreReq.:-Credit:3
Site investigations, retaining structures, excavations, shallow foundation design, bearing capacity, settlement, stress distribution in soils, initial settlement, consolidation settlement, permissible settlement, deep foundation design, bearing capacity, types of piles, ground improvement.

CVEN441Design of Foundations and Earth StructuresPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN442Structural Engineering DesignPreReq.:-Credit:3
Materials & Mechanics of Bending. Rectangular Reinforced Concrete Beams and Slabs: Tension Steel Only Reinforced Concrete Beams: T-Beams and Doubly Reinforced Beams. Shear in Beams.Development, Splices, and Simple-Span Bar Cutoffs. Columns.Special Topic Lecture: Design of shear walls.Special Topic Lecture: Design of slabs . Special Topic Lecture: Design of footings. Special Topic Lecture: Design of retaining walls. Introduction to Structural Steel Design. Specifications, Loads, and Methods of Design. Analysis of Tension Members, Design of Tension Members

CVEN444Ground ImprovementsPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN445Bridge DesignPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN450Intr. to Oil and Gas TechnologyPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN460Airport DesignPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN470Pre-stressed ConcretePreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN471Civil Engineering ApplicationsPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN473Energy Efficiency in BuildingsPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN475Energy ManagementPreReq.:-Credit:3
Energy Situation - Global & National. Understanding energy bills. Economic evaluation.Lighting Systems evaluation.Heating Systems evaluation.Ventilation, and air conditioning systems.Combustion process and the industrial waste.Steam generation & distribution.Control systems & computers. Insulation for minimizing energy.Process energy management.Sustainable energy managements & systems.

CVEN476Health and Safety In ConstructionPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN477High Performance ConcretePreReq.:-Credit:3
Review on basics of concrete technology. Introduction to high performance concrete. Strength and durability related properties of HPC. Review of damages and their mechanisms due to attack of harmful substances.Repair and maintenance techniques to maintain high performace properties.

CVEN478Sustainable DevelopmentPreReq.:-Credit:3
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CVEN479Sustainable Concrete ConstructionPreReq.:-Credit:3
World concrete construction situation.Understanding Sustainability. Sustainable Concrete Construction.Sustainable Concrete materials. Types of Cement Materials.Sustainable benefits of types of cement materials. The manufacturing process of concrete & concrete products. The luxury of a safe, healthy & comfortable concrete structures. Environemental properties of concrete structures in-use. Economic aspects of concrete structures End-of-Life [demolition, reuse & recycling]. Sustainable Future.

CVEN480Project PlanningPreReq.:-Credit:3
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ENE305Petroleum and Natural Gas Tech.PreReq.:-Credit:3
The course provides a comprehensive grounding in all aspects of the oil and gas industry. After a broad overview of the distribution of petroleum resources and the organisations that constitute the industry, it introduces the techniques used to detect and assess the commercial viability of deposits. Next, it looks at the extraction process and the technologies used to process, store, transport and refine oil and gas. Finally, it explores the processes of selling, trading and marketing gas and petroleum products, before finishing with a survey of environmental and geopolitical risks and opportunities, and an assessment of the industry's future.

IE422Occupational Safety & HealthPreReq.:-Credit:3
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IE445Supply Chain ManagementPreReq.:-Credit:3
Fundamentals of supply chain management and enterprise resources planning (ERP); aggregate production planning: static, dynamic, non-linear and lot-sizing models; operations scheduling: flow-shops and job- shops; materials management and materials requirement planning (MRP); capacity resources planning (CRP); distribution system management; implementation of manufacturing management strategies.

IE474Engineering EthicsPreReq.:-Credit:3
This course is designed to stimulate the moral imagination of students. It helps students to recognize ethical issues and think ethically about the possible outcomes of making decisions. It also helps developing analytical skills on how to analyse an ethical situation and use neutral techniques to make an ethically optimal decision.

ME432HydrodynamicsPreReq.:-Credit:3
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