DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
Academic Staff
Courses
TQF Adoption
Program Outcomes Course Matrix
Graduate Program
Double Major Program
Minor Program
Head of Department: Prof.Dr. ERDÝN BOZKURT
Web adress: http://www.geoe.metu.edu.tr/
Courses
TQF Adoption
Program Outcomes Course Matrix
Graduate Program
Double Major Program
Minor Program
Head of Department: Prof.Dr. ERDÝN BOZKURT
Web adress: http://www.geoe.metu.edu.tr/
General Information on Undergraduate Program
GENERAL INFORMATIONGeological Engineering requires integration of geological science and engineering principles and methods for the recognition, analyses and solution of various engineering problems which require professional and specialized geological investigations.
Geological Engineering encompasses professional engineering application of geology to mineral resources (both metallic and non-metallic) exploration; identification and evaluation of problems associated with surface and underground construction works, site investigation; exploration of construction material sources; development and management of groundwater resources; groundwater contamination and environmental impact assessment; and identification, assessment and remediation of natural hazards.The educational mission of the Geological Engineering Department of the Faculty of Engineering of Middle East Technical University is to graduate professionals who are capable of providing innovative solutions to geological engineering problems met by private, public, industrial and government entities, as well as being able to follow, utilize and disseminate developments in related areas of science and technology.
The undergraduate education of professional geological engineers is based on a balanced combination of mathematics and basic science, engineering science, social sciences and humanities, and departmental courses. The training program includes active laboratory works, computer applications, numerous weekend field trips, field geology training and two periods of summer practice (total of ten weeks). The field geology training is carried out as daily trips within the semester and either as daily trips or as field camps following final exams of the semester. The skill gained by the graduating student is tested through geological engineering design projects.
A wide selection of employment opportunities is offered to the graduates having a good command of a foreign language and a computer literacy skill.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
The Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program is designed to graduate students who in their professional life
1. can successfully practice the geological engineering profession in the areas of natural resources, natural hazards, geotechnical and environmental issues that are related to geological materials and processes,
2. can pursue advanced studies and conduct research in the academic institutions, and
3. are able to discharge the necessary professional responsibilities in areas such as ethical, societal, environmental and self-improvement issues.
The Geological Engineering undergraduate program was accredited by the Engineering AccreditationCommission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
STUDENT OUTCOMES
Targeted outcomes of the METU Geological Engineering Program of the Faculty of Engineering are listed below:
*An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
*An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
*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
*An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
*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
*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
*An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
*An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies
*An ability to visualize topographical and geological features in 4-D for solving Geological Engineering problems
Undergraduate Curriculum
FIRST YEAR
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
| PHYS105 | GENERAL PHYSICS I | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6.0 |
| CHEM111 | GENERAL CHEMISTRY I | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6.0 |
| MATH119 | CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC GEOMETRY | 5 | 4 | 2 | 7.0 |
| GEOE105 | INTRODUCTION TO GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3.0 |
| ENG101 | ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES I | 4 | 4 | 1 | 6.0 |
| OHS101 | OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY-I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 |
| IS100 | INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1.0 |
| Semester Total: | 31 | ||||
Second Semester
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
| PHYS106 | GENERAL PHYSICS II | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6.0 |
| CHEM112 | GENERAL CHEMISTRY II | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6.0 |
| MATH120 | CALCULUS OF FUNCTIONS OF SEVERAL VARIABLES | 5 | 4 | 2 | 7.5 |
| BA100 | CAREER PLANNING | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2.0 |
| CE101 | CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAWING | 3 | 2 | 2 | 4.0 |
| ENG102 | ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES II | 4 | 4 | 1 | 6.0 |
| Semester Total: | 31.5 | ||||
SECOND YEAR
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
| MATH219 | INTRODUCTION TO DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS | 4 | 4 | 0 | 7.0 |
| ES221 | ENGINEERING MECHANICS I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5.0 |
| GEOE209 | PHYSICAL GEOLOGY | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| GEOE213 | MINERALOGY | 4 | 2 | 4 | 5.0 |
| Any 1 of the following set .. | |||||
| HIST2201 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.0 | |
| HIST2205 | HISTORY OF THE TURKISH REVOLUTION I | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.0 |
| RESTRICTED ELECTIVE | 5.0 | ||||
| NONTECHNICAL ELECTIVE | 5.0 | ||||
| Semester Total: | 34 | ||||
Fourth Semester
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
| ES224 | STRENGTH OF MATERIALS | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5.0 |
| GEOE208 | MAPWORK | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| GEOE210 | PETROGRAPHY | 3 | 1 | 4 | 5.0 |
| GEOE214 | PRINCIPLES OF STRATIGRAPHY | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| CENG240 | PROGRAMMING WITH PYTHON FOR ENGINEERS | 3 | 2 | 2 | 4.0 |
| ENG211 | ACADEMIC ORAL PRESENTATION SKILLS | 3 | 3 | 1 | 4.0 |
| Any 1 of the following set .. | |||||
| HIST2202 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.0 | |
| HIST2206 | HISTORY OF THE TURKISH REVOLUTION II | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.0 |
| Semester Total: | 30 | ||||
THIRD YEAR
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
| GEOE300 | SUMMER PRACTICE I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 |
| GEOE303 | GEOPHYSICAL PROSPECTING | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5.0 |
| GEOE309 | HISTORICAL GEOLOGY AND PALEONTOLOGY | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6.0 |
| GEOE313 | STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| MINE317 | INTRODUCTION TO ROCK MECHANICS | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| OHS301 | OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY - II | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 |
| Any 1 of the following set .. | |||||
| TURK105 | TURKISH I | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5.0 |
| TURK201 | ELEMENTARY TURKISH I | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3.0 |
| TURK303 | TURKISH I | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.0 |
| RESTRICTED ELECTIVE | 5.0 | ||||
| NONTECHNICAL ELECTIVE | 5.0 | ||||
| Semester Total: | 46 | ||||
Sixth Semester
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
| ES303 | STATISTICAL METHODS FOR ENGINEERS | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5.0 |
| CE364 | SOIL MECHANICS | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| CE374 | FLUID MECHANICS | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5.0 |
| GEOE318 | GEOCHEMICAL THERMODYNAMICS | 3 | 3 | 0 | 5.0 |
| GEOE326 | FIELD GEOLOGY | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3.5 |
| GEOE327 | FIELD GEOLOGICAL MAPPING | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5.0 |
| Any 1 of the following set .. | |||||
| TURK106 | TURKISH II | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5.0 |
| TURK202 | INTERMEDIATE TURKISH I | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3.0 |
| TURK304 | TURKISH II | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.0 |
| Semester Total: | 33.5 | ||||
FOURTH YEAR
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
| GEOE400 | SUMMER PRACTICE II | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 |
| GEOE401 | MINERAL DEPOSITS | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| GEOE407 | ENGINEERING GEOLOGY | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| GEOE423 | HYDROGEOLOGY | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| GEOE425 | COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN GEO.ENG. | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| GEOE491 | GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN I | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.0 |
| Semester Total: | 33 | ||||
Eighth Semester
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
| GEOE492 | GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN II | 3 | 1 | 4 | 6.0 |
| FREE ELECTIVE | 5.0 | ||||
| TECHNICAL ELECTIVE | 5.0 | ||||
| TECHNICAL ELECTIVE | 5.0 | ||||
| TECHNICAL ELECTIVE | 5.0 | ||||
| TECHNICAL ELECTIVE | 5.0 | ||||
| Semester Total: | 31 | ||||
| Program Total: | 270 | ||||
h/w = hours per week