Computing in Civil Engineering

Course Code:

CE403

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Area Elective

Credits:

3

Theoric:

3

Practice:

0

Laboratory Hour:

0

ECTS:

5

Prerequisite Courses:

Structural Analysis

Course Language:

English

Course Coordinator:

Eren Vuran

Courses given by:

Eren Vuran

Course Objectives:

The objective of this course is to develop the ability in students to perform 2D and 3D structural analysis and design of structures by utilizing the SAP 2000 software, as well as to prepare supplementary documents and charts for several stages of structural design by using Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel softwares.

Course Content:

Introduction to SAP 2000 software,

Structural modeling, analysis and design of a 2D reinforced concrete frame,

Structural modeling, analysis and design of a 2D steel truss system,

Structural modeling, analysis and design of a 2D reinforced concrete coupled wall system,

3D strucutral modeling, analysis and design of a reinforced concrete frame building,

Exporting analysis data from SAP 2000 to Microsoft Excel, and processing the data in Microsoft Excel,

Plotting charts and creating tables for analysis and design data by utilizing Microsoft Excel and reporting in Microsoft Word.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture by instructor, 3: Problem solving by instructor

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Computer application exam, B: Multiple-choice exam C: Take-home quiz, D: Experiment report, E: Pop-up quiz, F: Project, G: Presentation by student

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Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	Detailed Program Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1) Ability to model building type structures in 2D and 3D, analyze under various types of loading	2a, 2b, 4a, 6c, 8a, 9b	1, 3	A
2) Ability to design the structural members of a building type structure with respect to provisions of a certain code	3a, 3b, 4a, 6c, 8a, 9b	1, 3	A
3) Ability to process the data obtained from analysis and design of a structure and to form a report with respect to such data	7c	1, 3	A

Course Flow

COURSE SCHEDULE
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction to SAP 2000: Exploring the menu bar		Lecture Notes and Textbook
2	Introduction to SAP 2000: Exploring the menu bar		Lecture Notes and Textbook
3	Modelling and analysis of a RC frame: Definition of model geometry, material and gravity loading		Lecture Notes and Textbook
4	Modelling, analysis, dimensioning and design of a RC frame: Definition of model geometry, material and gravity loading		Lecture Notes and Textbook
5	Modelling, analysis, dimensioning and design of a RC frame: Obtaining internal forces and utilizing RC frame design tool		Lecture Notes and Textbook
6	Creating tables in Microsoft Excel, importing data from SAP 2000, plotting charts from a given data, application of formulas, exporting tables to Microsoft Word and formatting		Lecture Notes and Textbook
7	Modelling and analysis of a bridge girder with varying section: Definition of model geometry, material and gravity loading		Lecture Notes and Textbook
8	Modelling, analysis, dimensioning and design of a 2D truss system: Obtaining internal forces and utilizing design tool		Lecture Notes and Textbook
9	Modelling, analysis, dimensioning and design of a 2D truss system: Obtaining internal forces and utilizing design tool		Lecture Notes and Textbook
10	Midterm Exam		Lecture Notes and Textbook
11	Modelling, analysis and design of a 2D coupled wall system: Definition of model geometry, material and response spectrum		Lecture Notes and Textbook
12	Modelling, analysis and design of a 2D coupled wall system: Obtaining internal forces for gravity loading and for earthquake loading with modal combination method, utilizing RC frame design tool		Lecture Notes and Textbook
13	Modelling, analysis and design of a 3D RC building: Definition of model geometry, material and gravity loading, static equivalent seismic loads and load combinations		Lecture Notes and Textbook
14	Modelling, analysis and design of a 3D RC building: Obtaining internal forces from gravity loading and static equivalent seismic loading, utilizing RC frame design tool		Lecture Notes and Textbook

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbook	Örneklerle SAP2000-V17, Özmen, G., Orakdöğen, E., Darılmaz, K., Birsen Yayınevi, 2015.

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Tutorials	Analysis model and excel files are shared after each lecture.

Assessment

ASSESSMENT/EVALUATION
In-Term Studies	Number	Percentage
Midterm	1	100
Total		100
Contribution of final examination to overall grade		60
Contribution of in-term studies to overall grade		40
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES
No	Program Learning Outcomes	check √
1a	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline,
1b	Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2a	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems,	√
2b	Ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.	√
3a	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result,	√
3b	Ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.	√
4a	Ability to devise, select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice.	√
4b	Ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5a	Ability to design experiments for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions,
5b	Ability to conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6a	Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary teams,
6b	Ability to work efficiently in multi-disciplinary teams,
6c	Ability to work individually.	√
7a	Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing,
7b	Knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language,
7c	Ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports,	√
7d	Ability to make effective presentations,
7e	Ability to give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8a	Recognition of the need for lifelong learning, ability to access information, ability to follow developments in science and technology,	√
8b	Ability to continue to educate him/herself.
9a	Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility.
9b	Knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.	√
10a	Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, change management.
10b	Awareness in entrepreneurship and innovation.
10c	Knowledge about sustainable development.
11a	Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety,
11b	Knowledge about contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering.
11c	Awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12	Knowledge about project award mechanisms and tendering procedures.
13	Knowledge about the interaction of designers and constructors.

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total workload (Hour)
Duration of lecture	13	3	39
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	11	7	77
Midterm	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Work Load			120
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			4.8
ECTS Credit of the Course			5

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