WESTERN Illinois University ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT: Knoblauch 135 COLLEGE of BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY CSTM 460 Soils & Foundations for Construction Monday & Wednesday: 3:00- 4:15; KH 103 Dr. Denise Gravitt; (309) 298-2488; KH B-9 email: dd-gravitt@wiu.edu OFFICE HOURS: Tues & Thurs 10-11:30 and 1:30-4:00; Fri 1:30-3:00. Other times available by appointment. Other times available by appointment; call or email me to set up a day & time. CATALOG DESCRIPTION: A course on basic principles of structural soils and structure foundations, soil classification implications, and applications for the construction industry. REQUIRED TEXT: Essentials of Soil Mechanics & Foundations, 7th Ed. by D. McCarthy; ISBN#: 013-114560-6 ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DEPT: Goals for Student Learning Technology (Engineering Technology, Graphic Communication, and Construction Management) is a field of study designed to prepare technical, technical management, and technical entrepreneurial professionals for employment in business, industry, education, and government. By graduation, Technology students should be able to: 1. Think critically and creatively; 2. Understand the theoretical principles of the profession; 3. Understand and apply relevant technology in the solution of technical problems; 4. Develop an appreciation for ethical and professional practices; 5. Develop and refine oral, written, and visual communication skills; and 6. Demonstrate an overall competency in the program objectives. To help with writing skills: "The University Writing Center is available to assist you with general and specific questions on writing assigned in any discipline and at any academic level. The one-onone assistance available at the Writing Center is valuable for generating ideas, talking about global-level issues such as organization, and even working through grammatical problems. The University Writing Center is located in Simpkins Hall 341. Call for an appointment (298-2815) and be sure to bring a copy of your assignment." COURSE OBJECTIVES: Students will be able to identify, evaluate, and use the various soil tests useful in industry, especially for any construction project to evaluate soil issues. Students will be able to roughly identify soil composition and identify potential construction issues related to soils. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CSTM Program Objectives & Goals Understand how to organize, manage, and maintain projects; Understand the theoretical principles involved in soil mechanics, foundations and structural forces, electrical and mechanical systems and how these systems affect building design; Be familiar with construction methods and materials composition, properties, terminology, standard designations, building codes and standards, and green/sustainable options; Be able to create computer drawings, read and interpret working drawings and construction documentation; Be familiar with plane surveying equipment and techniques for construction for site layout, organization and development; Be able to do basic quantity take-off, estimating and knowledge of bidding preparation; General knowledge of accounting, bidding and procurement practices, records and reporting, and economics; General knowledge of the Construction Industry- types of construction etc.; Legal knowledge of construction contracts, roles and responsibilities, regulatory environment and licensing, lien laws, labor laws and construction administrative procedures to avoid disputes; professional ethics; 10 Knowledge of OSHA, Construction Safety and Health rules & regulations; 11 Knowledge ofConstruction Project Management concepts, roles and responsibilities, administrative systems and procedures, cost control procedures, job site documentation, quality control procedures and computer applications. COURSE TOPICS: Various components of soils and soil behaviors under loading will be covered in addition to some basic tests that can be used to approximate soil composition and expected behaviors. Structure foundations and reasons for different designs will be addressed in addition to appropriate materials to be used to address soil issues. Soil contamination causes and treatments will also be covered as they relate to construction projects and land development. GRADING: 3 Tests (Best 3 of 4) Homework Lab Write-Ups Article Reviews Attendance/Participation 45 % 25% 10% 10% 10% 100% Final grade scale is below. No rounding up of percentages will occur. GRADES BREAKDOWN: *A+ A AB+ B B- (97.0% - 100%) (93.0% - 96.9%) (90.0% - 92.9%) (87.0% - 89.9%) (83.0% - 86.9%) (80.0% - 82.9%) C+ C CD+ D D- (77.0% - 79.9%) (73.0% - 76.9%) (70.0% - 72.9%) (67.0% - 69.9%) (63.0% - 66.9%) (60.0%- 62.9%) NOTE: WIU does not count A+. Any grade above 93% will be reported as an A. A temporary symbol of I (Incomplete) for a course may be given only when a student, due to circumstances beyond his or her control, has been unable to complete the course requirements within the official limits of the term. The circumstances must be documented to the instructor’s satisfaction. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: Preamble Western Illinois University, like all communities, functions best when its members treat one another with honesty, fairness, respect, and trust. Students have rights and responsibilities (http://www.wiu.edu/provost/students/) and students should realize that deception for individual gain is an offense against the members of the entire community, and it is the student's responsibility to be informed and to abide by all University regulations and policies on Academic Integrity. Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty constitute a serious violation of University conduct regulations. Students who engage in dishonesty in any form shall be charged with academic dishonesty. It is a duty of faculty members to take measures to preserve and transmit the values of the academic community in the learning environment that they create for their students and in their own academic pursuits. To this end, they are expected to instill in their students a respect for integrity and a desire to behave honestly. They are also expected to take measures to discourage student academic dishonesty, to adjust grades appropriately if academic dishonesty is encountered, and, when warranted, to recommend that additional administrative sanctions be considered. Grading policies are the exclusive prerogative of the faculty; administrative sanctions are under the authority of the Director of Student Judicial Programs. This document provides policies and procedures to be followed when academic dishonesty is encountered. Definitions of Academic Dishonesty The following definitions and examples are not meant to be exhaustive. The University reserves the right to determine, in a given instance, what action constitutes a violation of academic integrity. (See www.wiu.edu/policies/acintegrity.php for complete descriptions of the following topics: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Plagiarism Fabrication and Falsification Cheating Complicity in Academic Dishonesty Abuse of Academic Materials Multiple Submissions Reporting Academic Dishonesty All members of the University community share the responsibility and authority to challenge and make known acts of apparent academic dishonesty. Any student, faculty member, or staff person who has witnessed an apparent act of student academic dishonesty, or has information that reasonably leads to the conclusion that such an act has occurred or has been attempted, has an ethical responsibility for reporting said act(s). Confronting and reporting academic dishonesty can be done in a variety of ways, and people should choose the manner most appropriate for the circumstances. Acts of apparent academic dishonesty that occur in the classroom should be reported directly to the course instructor, and/or the course instructor's Department Chair, and/or the instructor's College Dean. The Council on Admission, Graduation, and Academic Standards (CAGAS) or the Graduate Council will not accept or act upon anonymous reports, but will hold in strict confidence the identity of any person reporting a suspected instance of academic dishonesty, unless that person consents to having his/her identity revealed. STUDENT ACCESS, DISABILITY SERVICES & Disputes: “In accordance with University policy and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), academic accommodations may be made for any student who notifies the instructor of the need for an accommodation. For the instructor to provide the proper accommodation(s) you must obtain documentation of the need for an accommodation through Disability Resource Center (DRC) and provide it to the instructor. It is imperative that you take the initiative to bring such needs to the instructor's attention, as he/she is not legally permitted to inquire about such particular needs of students. Students who may require special assistance in emergency evacuations (i.e. fire, tornado, etc.) should contact the instructor as to the most appropriate procedures to follow in such an emergency. Contact Disability Resource Center (DRC) at 2982512 for additional services.” If you have emergency medical information to share with me, if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, or if you need accommodations in this course because of a disability, please make an appointment with me as soon as possible. My office location and hours are at the top of this syllabus. If you plan to request disability accommodations, you are expected to register with the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at 298-2512. Resolution of Problems Should a problem occur, students should speak to their instructor first. If the problem is not resolved, meet with the chair of the department. If the problem continues to be unresolved, go to the College of Business and Technology’s Dean. Students should observe the following sequence for the resolution of problems: Student --- Instructor --- Chairperson --- Dean ATTENDANCE, STUDENT BEHAVIOR & LATE HOMEWORK POLICIES: There will be no leaving/reentering the classroom for drinks, bathroom breaks, answering phones etc. Do your personal business before or after class. Attendance is mandatory. Everyone can have up to 2 absences excused and/or unexcused. If you use up your absences for personal reasons and then get sick- too bad since no more than 2 will be excused. No matter why you are absent homework/assignments are still due the day as indicated in the syllabus. If you are sick email the assignment to show it is complete then turn it in as a paper document the class period you return to class. If this isn’t done they will not be graded. Any absences over 2 will count against your semester grade in addition to not getting grades for assignments due that day. It is the student’s responsibility to find out what they missed when not in attendance. Online Absence Reporting System (OARS) In accordance with WIU University Senate policy; students are to report any absences through OARS. Beu Health Center will no longer issue documentation of absence due to illness. There will be no tolerance for disruptive, rude, intolerant, or discriminatory behaviors including expressions of vulgarity as determined by the instructor. Students exhibiting these behaviors including texting, answering phones, reading papers, talking to others out of turn, being argumentative, etc. will be asked to leave the classroom. More than one request to leave the classroom will result in that student not being allowed to return to the classroom for the remainder of the semester except for exams. Late or un-excused absence homework will not be graded and only homework turned in on paper will be graded. Homework is due at the beginning of the class period; no excuses for delayed printers etc. will be accepted. It is the student’s responsibility to have all work typed and printed out and turned in to be graded- plan ahead and use time management skills. Emailed versions will not be graded- only noted for date of completion. Those with documented University approved absences need to get with the instructor for missed work. Unexcused absences on lab days can not be made up. Students are responsible for checking email and paying attention in class. If it is spoken, or written on board, or in syllabus, or via email it is the students responsibility to make note of the information. Notes of any presentation materials will not be given out to students- it is the student’s responsibility to take notes. Article Reviews: Three are assigned for the semester- one for each test range of topics. You must use one article from the reading list (to be put on WesternOnline) or article provided (to be provided for you in Western Online) for those chapters covered then find another article from a journal or book that compares or compliments the one you have chosen from my list. Blogs are NOT acceptable sources of “articles”. When in doubt check it out with me first. Compare and contrast the two articles. Use the format from the example (see WesternOnline) exactly as shown as regards to font, section headings etc.- it will help with critical thinking as well as help the readers. COURSE CALENDAR/ BREAKDOWN OF ASSIGNMENTS: Note: This syllabus may be revised at the instructor’s preference or due to class progress. Homework is DUE on date following the date when assigned at the BEGINNING of class. If you are late your assignment will not be accepted unless for “excused” reasons. For example, Chpts. 1 is assigned on 1/20 and due 1/25. Date Dept. Program Goals Goals Addresse Addressed d 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 CSTM 460 Topics covered Introduction, Chpt 1 Homework Assignments Read Chpts 1 ; Hmwk: 1.1, 1.2, 1.4 thru 1.13, 1.15 Jan 25 Chpt 1/2 Hmwk: Chapter 1.17, 1.18, 1.20-22, 1.25-1.29 1, 2, 3, 5, 1, 2, 3 6 Jan 27 Chapter 2 Sink Hole video Hmwk: 2.1-5, 2.9 thru 2.13, 2.15, 2.17, 2.19, 2.20 1, 2, 3, 5, 1, 2, 3 6 Feb 1 Chpt 3 Hmwk: 3.2, 3.4, 3.8, 3.11 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Feb 3 Chpt 4 Hmwk: Article Review #1 over topics from chpts 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Feb 8 Chpt 4/5 Hmwk: 4.1 thru 4.4, 4.11, 4.13, 4.17 thru 4.19, 4.22 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Feb 10 Chpt 5 Hmwk: 5.1 thru 5.3, 5.5, 5.7, 5.9, 5.19, 5. 21, 5.23 thru 5.25 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Feb 15 Review Ex #1 Feb 17 Exam #1 Feb 22 Experiments 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Feb 24 Experiments 1, 2,3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Feb 29 Experiments Mar 2 Chpt 6 Hmwk: 6.1, 6.3 thru 6.6, 6.9 thru 6.11 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Mar 7 Chpt 6 Hmwk: 6.16 thru 6.19, 6.25, 6.44, 6.45, 6.47 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Mar 9 Chpt 7 Hmwk : 7.3 thru 7.5, 7.10, 7.11, 7.14 thru 7.16, 7.18, 7.19 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Jan 20 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Read Experirment handouts Lab Write-ups due 3/9. Read Chpt 6 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 3/14-3/18 Spring Break Read chpts 7, 9, 10 Mar 21 Chpt 7/10 Mar 23 Chpt 9/10 Hmwk: 7.21 thru 7.24, 7.26 thru 7.29, 7.31,7.32, ; 10.1, 10.24, 10.30, 10.31 Article Review #2- due Apr 6 Mar 28 Mar 30 Review Exam #2 Exam #2 Hmwk: Read Chps 11, 12, 13 Apr 3 Apr 4 Last day to drop Chpt 11/ 12 Hmwk: 12.1, 12.6 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 Apr 6 Hmwk: 13.1 thu 13.7 Apr 13 Chpt 14 Hmwk: 14.1, 14.67 Apr 18 Apr 20 Apr 25 Hmwk: 15.1 thru 15.12 Hmwk: 16.1, 16.2, 16.4 Hmwk: Article Review #3 due 5/4 Apr 27 May 2 Chpt 15 Chpt 16 Landslide video Review Exam #3 Chpt 17 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3, 6 1, 2, 3 Apr 11 Chpt 12/13 Earthquake Video Chpt 13 May 4 Review Final Exam Guest Speaker 1-6 May 11 Final Exam 3-4:50 PM 1,2, 3, 4, 5, 1, 5, 9, 6 11 Hmwk: 13.11, 13.13 thru 13.19, 13.21 Read Chpt 17 Hmwk: 17.1 thru 17.3, 17.10, 17.21 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3, 5, 1, 2, 3 6 1, 2, 3, 5, 1, 2, 3 6 1, 2, 3, 5, 1, 2, 3 6 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 1, 2, 3 LATE HOMEWORK POLICY: Late, or un-excused absence homework will NOT be graded or accepted for any credit. Excused absence homework will NOT be accepted more than 1 week past the assigned due date assigned based upon the student situation. Emailing homework is NOT acceptable as “turning it in” either for credit or extra credit for “early” work. Only hard copies turned it to myself of date stamped and time noted by ET Dept staff and placed in my mail box are acceptable. 1, 2,, 3, 9, 11