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Course Unit Title Course Unit Code Type of Course Unit Level of Course Unit Year of Study Semester ECTS Credits
Computer Applications In Environmental Engineering CEV319 Elective Bachelor's degree 3 Fall 5

Name of Lecturer(s)

Assistant Prof. Dr. Recep Kaya GÖKTAŞ

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1) Develops an understanding of the contribution of computer applications in solving environmental engineering problems.
2) Develops skills to choose the right computer application for the problem at hand.
3) Develops skills for using the proper computer applications as problem solving tools.

Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

  Program Competencies
1 2 3 4
Learning Outcomes
1 Middle Middle No relation No relation
2 Middle High No relation No relation
3 High High No relation No relation

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

Computer Programming

Course Contents

Introduction to the use of computer-based applications in environmental engineering, using generic tools such as spread-sheets, equation solvers and data visualization applications. Discussion of the role of computer-based methods in environmental engineering practice.

Weekly Schedule

1) Introduction.
2) Introduction to Spreadsheets.
3) Entering and Editing Data in a Spreadsheet.
4) Entering and Editing Formulas in a Spreadsheet.
5) Functions in a Spreadsheet.
6) Spreadsheet Formating.
7) Charts in a Spreadsheet.
8) Mathematical Problem-Solving Using Spreadsheets.
9) Introduction to Matlab.
10) Plotting in Matlab.
11) Scripts and User-Defined Functions in Matlab.
12) Program Flow Control in Matlab.
13) Solving ODEs in Matlab.
14) Interpolation and Curve-Fitting in Matlab.
15) Final Exam.

Recommended or Required Reading

1- Essential MATLAB for Engineers and Scientists, 5th Edition. 2013. Hahn, B. and Valentine, D.
2- http://home.hit.no/~hansha/ (The website of Hans-Petter Halvorsen from Telemark University College)

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Drill and Practice
3) Demonstration
4) Lab / Workshop
5) Self Study
6) Problem Solving


Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade

70%

 

Number

Percentage

Semester Studies

Quiz

1

30%

Laboratory

1

20%

Project

1

50%

 

Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade

30%

Total

100%

Language of Instruction

English

Work Placement(s)

Not Required