ECTS - Computer Aided Highway Design

Computer Aided Highway Design (CE408) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Computer Aided Highway Design CE408 Area Elective 3 0 0 3 6
Pre-requisite Course(s)
CE335
Course Language English
Course Type Elective Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Problem Solving.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Course Assistants
Course Objectives To expose students to the role of probability in highway engineering discipline. To teach students elementary concepts of highway engineering. Introduce and solve practical highway engineering problems trough InRoads software. To make students very familiar with basic highway engineering terms in details like superelevation, transition lengths, typical sections, roadways etc.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Technical competence in mathematics, science, and engineering, and an ability to apply the knowledge gained in these areas to the field of Civil Engineering.
  • An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data.
  • An ability to use computers, related software, and other modern tools necessary for Civil Engineering practice.
  • An ability to analyze and design a system, component, or a process to meet desired needs in the areas of structural, geotechnical, water resources, and transportation engineering.
  • An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
  • An ability to identify and formulate the problems related to the field of Civil Engineering, and to propose and implement actions for the solution of these problems.
  • An understanding and appreciation of the professional and ethical responsibilities.
  • An ability to effectively use English language to communicate and defend ideas by verbal, written, and graphical means.
  • The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
  • A recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
  • Interest in contemporary issues, both nationally and internationally, and the awareness of the impact of Civil Engineering in these areas.
  • An ability to adapt to changing conditions.
  • Understanding of the importance of active participation in professional societies and organizations.
Course Content Introduction to MicroStation CAD platform, introduction to InRoads platform, digital terrain model and point types symbology and feature creation for DTM, horizontal alignment and profile extraction, vertical alignment, typical cross sections, roadway modeling, superelevation.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation

Sources

Course Book 1. A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, AASHTO Metric 2001 Edition.
Other Sources 2. Data Book For Civil Engineers by Elwyn E. Seelve.

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments 1 20
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 2 40
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 4 100
Percentage of Semester Work 60
Percentage of Final Work 40
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge of mathematics, science, fundamental engineering, computational sciences, and related engineering disciplines; the ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex engineering problems. X
2 Problem Analysis: The ability to identify, formulate, and analyze complex engineering problems using fundamental scientific, mathematical, and engineering knowledge, considering the relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals.
3 Engineering Design: The ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems; the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products to meet current and future requirements, considering realistic constraints and conditions. X
4 Techniques and Tool Usage: The ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and computing tools, including estimation and modeling, for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations. X
5 Research and Investigation: The ability to use research methods, including literature review, designing experiments, conducting experiments, collecting data, analyzing and interpreting results, to investigate complex engineering problems. X
6 Global Impact of Engineering Applications: Information about the impacts of engineering applications on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability and the environment within the framework of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. X
7 Engineering Ethics: Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to engineering professional principles; awareness of impartiality, lack of discrimination, and inclusivity. X
8 Individual and Teamwork: The ability to work effectively individually and as a team member or leader in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, on-line, or hybrid). X
9 Oral and Written Communication: The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing on technical topics, considering the diverse differences of the target audience (education, language, profession, etc.).
10 Project Management: Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
11 Lifelong Learning: The ability to learn independently and continuously, adapt to new and emerging technologies, and think critically about technological change.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 3 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments 1 10 10
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 2 10 20
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 16 16
Total Workload 150