Translation of various Chinese texts from different fields like international relations, law, education and politics. A comparative study of Chinese culture and with other cultures by interpreting particular texts such as those mentioned above.
COM103
Intro. to Comp. & Inf.sys. I
EGL101 - English I (3,0)3 This course provides an introduction to computers and an appreciation of the nature, capabilities and limitations of computers. It provides a basic understanding of hardware, software and operating systems.
COMP.103
Introduction to Computers
An understanding of the need for the management of data as an organizational resource. Introduction to the fundamental concepts of data processing. Students' skills in the application of computers and their knowledge of hardware and software are enhanced.
COMP102
Introduction to Computers
The aim of this course is to give the students an understanding about the computer fundamentals such as four basic components of the computer, input, output, storage devices and processing, application and system softwares, utility programs and internet basics. At the end of this course students will be familiar with the computer terminology and able to use the word processing and spreadsheet programs as well as efficient internet usage. Core Textbook: Course package
CS202
Communication Skills II
Introduction to principles of empirical research; problem identification, hypothesis generation, research design data collection & analysis. Application of research methods knowledge to managerial, economic, social & political issues.
CVEN201
Statics
Introduction to rigid body mechanics, equivalent force systems. Concepts of moment, couple, resultant. Equilibrium; Free body diagram; equations of equilibrium. Structural analysis; trusses; beams. Properties of surfaces. Area moment and cancroids; moment and product of inertia; principal directions.
CVEN202
Strength of Materials
Simple stress and strain. Equilibrium, compatibility and constitutive relations, state of stress and state of strain with emphasis on two dimensional problems. Bending and shear stresses. Shear and bending moment diagrams by integrating and section method. Deflection of beams. Torsion of circular shafts. Combined stresses. Buckling of columns.(Prerequisite: CVEN201)
CVEN204
Surveying
Distance measurement. Taping. Angle measurement. Errors. Direct, indirect and conditional adjustment of observations. Differential levelling. Rise and fall. Height of collimation method. Traverse surveys. Azimuth and coordinate computations. Area computations. Stadia survey. Trigonometric levelling. Contour lines. Curve layout. Remote sensing and photogrammetry.
CVEN205
Technical Drawing
Introduction to technical drawing. Drawing instruments and their use, lettering, lines, geometry of straight lines, scale drawing. Dimensions. Development of surfaces, shape description, selection of views, projecting the views. Pictorial drawing, diametric trimetric projection.
CVEN301
Dynamics
Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies: absolute motion, relative motion. Kinetics of particles: equation of motion, work-energy and impulse-momentum. Systems of particles. Kinetics of rigid bodies: Euler's equation, plane motion of rigid bodies, kinetic energy of rigid bodies. Introduction to the dynamics of vibrating systems.(Prerequisite: CVEN201)
CVEN303
Structural Analysis I
Unsymmetrical bending, shear centre. Definition, classification, idealisation and modelling of structure. Analysis of statically determinate structures, including beams, frames and arches. Analysis of cables. Work and energy principles and their application in deformation analysis of structures. Force method of structural analysis.(Prerequisite: CVEN202)
Introduction to structural analysis. Displacement methods: slope deflection, moment distribution, special topics. Stiffness method, derivation of element stiffness matrices, assembly procedures. Computerised implementation of the stiffness method and use of instructional programs. Large scale structural analysis. Influence lines and moving loads. (Prerequisite: CVEN303)
Detailed study of transportation planning process. Inventory of existing travel demand. Trip generation, trip distribution model split and trip assignment techniques, forecasting and plan evaluation. Vehicle, highway and travel facts. Vehicle operation characteristics. Stopping and passing sight distance. Zero line application, simple horizontal curve, compound and reverse curves, transition length and super elevation. Basic definitions and computations of level of service. Setting out circular and transition curves. Earthwork volumes.
CVEN306
Reinforced Concrete Structures I
Concept of design Structures. Limit state theory, concept of safety, definition of reinforced concrete element. Criterion of failure of axial loading. Section under binding and axial load, cracking and limit states. Stress distribution of compression zone of concrete. Bending combined with axial loading. Internal forces. Equilibrium equations. Design tables and curves for rectangular section. Design of rectangular, double reinforced beams and T-Beams. Shear Design of beams. Bond, anchorage, splices of reinforcement, practical considerations. (Prerequisite: CVEN201)
CVEN307
Soil Mechanics
Introduction: Engineering problems involving soils. Basic characteristics of soils, classification and compaction of soils. Principle of effective stress. Permeability and flow of water (seepage) in soils. Shear strength of soils.
CVEN308
Construction Materials
Introduction to materials of construction-characterisation, chemical/physical properties.Basics of concrete technology- Fresh concrete, hardened concrete. Concrete mix design. Tests on construction materials. Special construction materials.
CVEN309
Fluid Mechanics
Definitions, physical properties. Hydrostatics, forces on plane and curved surfaces, buoyancy, hydrostatics in moving and rotating containers. Lagrangian and Eulerian descriptions, derivatives, rate of deformation, flow lines. System and control volume approach, Reynolds transport theorem, principles of conservation of mass, momentum and energy, Bernoulli equation. Dimensional analysis.
CVEN311
Design of Steel Structures I
General concepts in design. Design methods, loads (dead, live, wind, snow and earthquake), codes, safety, serviceability. Behavior of steel structures. Tension members, types and behavior of connections in steel structures, bolted and welded connections. (Prerequisite: CVEN201)
CVEN312
Design of Steel Structures II
Analysis of compression members- single shapes, built-up shapes, braced elements. Design of compression members. Analysis of moment frames, design of compression members in frames. Design of base plates. Introduction to beams. (Prerequisite: CVEN311)
CVEN401
Earthquake Engineering
Nature of earthquake ground motion and response spectra. Dynamic response of buildings. Static lateral force procedures and provisions of acting Codes. Principles of design for drift and lateral stability. Seismic design of floor diaphragms, steel and reinforced concrete structures. Geotechnical and foundation design considerations. Design of structures with seismic isolation. (Prerequisite: CVEN202)
CVEN403
Computer Applications
Application of finite element method and computer programs for problems of structural mechanics and design of structures. Utilization of new and updated package programs in modelling of structures. Two and three dimensional complete analysis and design of buildings. Utilization of software packages SAP2000- Educational, Ide-Static, Probina.ETABS. (Prerequisite: CVEN303)
CVEN407
Reinforced Concrete Structures II
Behavior and strength of members under combined shear and torsion. Design specifications.Design of One way slabs, Two way slabs. Design of Joist Floors. Design of columns- short, slender. Design of footings. (Prerequisite: CVEN306)
CVEN409
Construction Engineering and Management
Profile of construction sector; company and site organization. Documents in a contract file, types of contracts. General specifications for public works. Technical specifications. Working schedules; manpower and equipment requirements on the job. Quantity measurement monthly payments. Final account and payment. Safety in construction. Economical and juridical basis of construction planning. Methods of planning. Gnat charts, networks. CPM and PERT Arrow and present system. Rock drilling and blasting operations.
CVEN410
Hydrology
Hydrologic analysis in water resources: Precipitation, stream flow and hydrograph analysis. Hydrologic flood routing. Statistical analysis in water resources. Ground water hydrology. Engineering applications.
CVEN440
Foundation Engineering
Site investigations, retaining structures, excavations, shallow foundation design, bearing capacity, settlement, stress distribution in soils, initial settlement, consolidation settlement, permissible settlement, deep foundation design, bearing capacity, types of piles, ground improvement.
CVEN442
Structural Engineering Design
Materials & Mechanics of Bending. Rectangular Reinforced Concrete Beams and Slabs: Tension Steel Only Reinforced Concrete Beams: T-Beams and Doubly Reinforced Beams. Shear in Beams.Development, Splices, and Simple-Span Bar Cutoffs. Columns.Special Topic Lecture: Design of shear walls.Special Topic Lecture: Design of slabs . Special Topic Lecture: Design of footings. Special Topic Lecture: Design of retaining walls. Introduction to Structural Steel Design. Specifications, Loads, and Methods of Design. Analysis of Tension Members, Design of Tension Members
CVEN464
Pavement Management Systems
Introduction to pavement management. Inventory techniques. Distress surveys. Pavement condition surveys Strength surveys. Friction surveys. Ride quality surveys. System maintenance strategies. Needs determination.Introduction to Roadware and RMS.Linear programming in pavement management.Prioritization by weighting and combining Prioritization by the Analytical Hierarchy Process.Project selection techniques.Program development. Demonstration of other pavement management techniques.
CVEN475
Energy Management
Energy Situation - Global & National. Understanding energy bills. Economic evaluation.Lighting Systems evaluation.Heating Systems evaluation.Ventilation, and air conditioning systems.Combustion process and the industrial waste.Steam generation & distribution.Control systems & computers. Insulation for minimizing energy.Process energy management.Sustainable energy managements & systems.
CVEN477
High Performance Concrete
Review on basics of concrete technology. Introduction to high performance concrete. Strength and durability related properties of HPC. Review of damages and their mechanisms due to attack of harmful substances.Repair and maintenance techniques to maintain high performace properties.
CVEN479
Ssustainable Concrete Construction
World concrete construction situation.Understanding Sustainability. Sustainable Concrete Construction.Sustainable Concrete materials. Types of Cement Materials.Sustainable benefits of types of cement materials. The manufacturing process of concrete & concrete products. The luxury of a safe, healthy & comfortable concrete structures. Environemental properties of concrete structures in-use. Economic aspects of concrete structures End-of-Life [demolition, reuse & recycling]. Sustainable Future.
CVEN490
Special Project
This is the capstone course for students in civil engineering. It is designed to bring together the knowledge and skills learnt in the major engineering courses and the minor or further specialization option. The student has the option of one of the following main branches of specialization: - Structural Mechanics Division; - Transportation Division; - Construction Division;- Hydraulics Division.
DEM108
Emergency Aid and Rescue Studies II
Open and closed stake knots, Camadan knot, Swiss seat, carabiner and reels, setting up station and descent, descent to wounded, establishing air transport and evacuation, preparation of stretcher, nutritional logistics, establishing a crisis center and exploratory studies, training in search and rescue, night training, sustaining life and navigation.
DM101
General Chemistry
This course will cover the fundamental topics in chemistry including: Structure of atoms, elements and their properties, molecules, chemical compounds, chemical bonds, chemical equations and reactions, aqueous solutions, periodic table, gases and the electronic structure of the atom.
DM102
Organizational Behavior
This course aims to provide knowledge on topics such as: Concepts in organisational behaviour, theories and approaches; factors affecting individual behaviour; group dynamics; variables in organisational behaviour; environmental factors influencing organisational status; analysis of variables in organisational behaviour.
DM103
General Principals of Management
In this course, the following topics will be covered: Basic theories of Management, History, Decision making, Communication, Planning in organisations, direction, guidance, control, observation and work ethics.
DM104
Education on Emergency Service Equipment
This course is aimed at the provision of information and knowledge on the following: Rescue ropes, lever, types of stretchers, types of splints, carbines, octets, cumarlar , safety belts, individual safety equipment, reels, motorised transport vehicles, field vehicles, power saw, external determinants for ambulance, ambulance chassis, speed and acceleration, warning equipment, stretchers for carrying patients, equipment for artificial respiration, aspiration instruments, oxygen inhalation instruments, cardiac compression equipment, basic materials for patient care, diagnostic instruments, jumping unit, dressing, birth, safety and materials, and air ambulances.
DM105
Emergency Aid and Rescue Studies I
This course will cover Definition and Principles of First Aid; ABC of First Aid; Opening Airways; application of artificial respiration; application of heart massage; types of bleeding and bleeding control; trauma and fractures; applcation of splint; preparation of backboards; preparation of stretchers; burns; shock; syncope; coma positions.
DM106
Emergency Patient Care I
Methods of application of medicines, blood transfusions, oxygen supply, nutritional requirements, excretory system, sllep and rest, wound care, first-aid, pre and post-operative care, and reanimation will be amongst the main topics covered in this course.
DM107
Physical Education I
Basic principles in development of physical skills; movements; planning of training periods and enhancement of sports performance are the main topics covered in these courses.
