GROUND IMPROVEMENT METHODS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
CEN423	GROUND IMPROVEMENT METHODS	7	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. AHMAD RESHAD NOORI
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to introduce and teach the basic principles of soil improvement methods, and the selection, and application of soil improvement methods for different soil types.
Contents of the Course Unit:	It covers the the theory of compaction, soil stabilization with additives, on-site improvement of the properties of soil layers, dynamic compaction, vibroflotation, vibrodisplacement, vibrocompaction methods, bootstrapping and grouting methods, solid waste storage and clay pavements, behavior and reclamation of collapsible soils.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
To be able to recognize problematic grounds
To be able to identify ground conditions where soil improvement is required
To be able to select the appropriate soil improvement method for existing soil conditions

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Research	General Introduction; What are soil remediation methods, short description.	Expression
2	Literature Research	Vertical drains and surge.	Expression
3	Literature Research	Performing Standard and Modified Proctor Compression Experiments in Lab.	Expression
4	Literature Research	Deep compaction on non-cohesive soils	Expression
5	Literature Research	Introduction to dynamic compaction. History, instrument setup and experiment criteria.	Expression
6	Literature Research	Vibroflotting techniques (vibro stone column application)	Expression
7	Literature Research	Compaction experiments in laboratory at different cement percentages.	Expression
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature Research	Soil stabilization with cement injection.	Expression
10	Literature Research	The theory of Jet Grout application, application fields.	Expression
11	Literature Research	Compaction experiments in the lab at different lime percentages.	Expression
12	Literature Research	Lime and lime cement column applications in the field	Expression
13	Literature Research	In-situ soil mixing, concrete piles and reinforced soil applications	Expression
14	Literature Research	Presentation of lab results by presentation	Expression
15	Literature Research	Presentation of lab results by presentation	Expression
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Moseley, M.P. and Kirsch, K. (1979). Ground Improvement. Spon Press, London, 431pp.
Hausmann, M.R. (1989). Engineering Principles of Ground Modification. McGraw-Hill College, 632 pp

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Consider the formal systems used in civil engineering and discusses different method						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Civil engineering design for the project presentation to the correct expression is the formnül					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Able to work independently in the field of civil engineering in the production and take responsibility for these issues				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	As a requirement of civil engineering monitors current changes.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	As an individual becomes aware of social and professional responsibility.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The powers and responsibilities of civil engineering and construction management takes place within.					4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	7	3	21
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	35	35
Mid-Term Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	20	20
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	39	0	150