COURSE INFORMATION Course Title: FOUNDATION ENGINEERING

Code	Course Type	Regular Semester	Theory	Practice	Lab	Credits	ECTS
CE 382	B	6	2	2	0	3	5

Academic staff member responsible for the design of the course syllabus (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature)	M.Sc. Bredli Plaku bplaku@epoka.edu.al
Main Course Lecturer (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours:	M.Sc. Bredli Plaku bplaku@epoka.edu.al , teaching.bredliplaku.com
Second Course Lecturer(s) (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours:	NA
Language:	English
Compulsory/Elective:	Compulsory
Study program: (the study for which this course is offered)	Bachelor in Civil Engineering (3 years)
Classroom and Meeting Time:	ce382.bredliplaku.com
Teaching Assistant(s) and Office Hours:	NA
Code of Ethics:	Code of Ethics of EPOKA University Regulation of EPOKA University "On Student Discipline"
Attendance Requirement:	75%
Course Description:	Introduction, Stress Distribution in Soils, Site Investigation, Settlement of Structures, Bearing Capacity of Soils, Design of Shallow Foundations, Retaining Structures - Excavations, Pile Foundations, Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
Course Objectives:	This course aims to ensure that students acquire knowledge of commonly used foundation types in contemporary practice, develop a solid understanding of bearing capacity for footings and earth-retaining systems, and learn to calculate foundation settlements for diverse conditions. It also focuses on enhancing the ability to design both shallow and deep foundations—using analytical methods as well as computer software—and to handle road foundations in practical contexts. Additionally, students will gain the skills needed to analyze and design retaining structures, including sheet pile walls, while being introduced to modern technologies and software for deep foundation analysis and earth-retaining systems.

BASIC CONCEPTS OF THE COURSE

1	Soil Mechanics
2	Bearing Capacity
3	Settlement
4	Shallow Foundations
5	Deep Foundations
6	Site Investigation
7	Retaining Structures
8	Slope Stability
9	Earth Pressures
10	Design Principles

COURSE OUTLINE

Week	Topics
1	Introduction to Foundation Engineering
2	Types of Foundations
3	Stress Distribution in Soils
4	Site Investigation
5	Settlement of Structures
6	Bearing Capacity of Soils
7	Bearing Capacity of Soils
8	Midterm
9	Statics of Shallow, Rigid Foundations
10	Statics of Shallow, Rigid Foundations
11	Earth-Retaining Structures
12	Earth-Retaining Structures
13	Piled Foundations
14	Ground Improvement

Prerequisite(s):	Geology for Civil Engineers • Soil Mechanics
Textbook(s):	Das, B. M., & Sivakugan, N. (2018). Principles of foundation engineering (9th ed.). Cengage Learning.
Additional Literature:	• Birand, A., Ergun, U., & Erol, O. (2002). Foundation engineering lecture notes. Middle East Technical University, Ankara. • Knappett, J., & Craig, R. F. (2019). Craig's soil mechanics (9th ed.). CRC Press. • Coduto, D., Kitch, W., & Yeung, M. (2015). Foundation design: Principles and practices (3rd ed.). Pearson.
Laboratory Work:
Computer Usage:	Optional
Others:	No

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

1	Students will be able to identify and choose the most suitable foundation type for various practical engineering scenarios.
2	Students will gain proficiency in designing foundations using both traditional analytical approaches and finite element software.
3	Students will learn to design effective earth retaining systems that address common engineering needs and constraints.
4	Students will develop the ability to assess basic slope stability issues and determine appropriate solutions.
5	Students will acquire the skills necessary to design deep foundations, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications.

COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO... PROGRAM COMPETENCIES (Blank : no contribution, 1: least contribution ... 5: highest contribution)

No	Program Competencies	Cont.
Bachelor in Civil Engineering (3 years) Program
1	an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering	3
2	an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs	4
3	an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams	2
4	an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems	4
5	an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility	2
6	an ability to communicate effectively	2
7	the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context	2
8	a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life long learning	2
9	a knowledge of contemporary issues	4
10	an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice	4
11	skills in project management and recognition of international standards and methodologies	2

COURSE EVALUATION METHOD

Method	Quantity	Percentage
Homework	1	10
Midterm Exam(s)	1	35
Quiz	2	10
Final Exam	1	35
	Total Percent:	100%

ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD)

Activities	Quantity	Duration(Hours)	Total Workload(Hours)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours)	16	4	64
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	16	1	16
Mid-terms	1	19	19
Assignments	1	2	2
Final examination	1	20	20
Other	2	2	4
Total Work Load:			125
Total Work Load/25(h):			5
ECTS Credit of the Course:			5

CONCLUDING REMARKS BY THE COURSE LECTURER

I extend my best wishes to all of you for a successful and productive experience in this course. I look forward to seeing your growth and achievements as we embark on this academic journey together.