GCV450Architectural Project
1 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV302 And GCV320
It is key for civil engineers to acquire the basic skills to conduct architecture projects (concept, development, and drawings). This course prepares students to properly understand, read and develop architectural plans, helping them coordinate on projects with architects in the future.
GCV462Building Legislation
1 credits
This course defines the regulations and the relevant requirements to be achieved and provided in order to get the construction permit from the Lebanese authorities (Urbanism Agency) based on the construction law and the OEA law.
GCV526Building Project
1 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV462 and Special Approval
This course provides the common rules to be applied in order to achieve a successful building project. Coordination between different disciplines will be attempted.
GCV430Construction Materials
2 credits | Pre-requisite: GMC440
This course will familiarize students with the basic construction materials used in the building construction process such as aggregates, cement, concrete, steel, wood and ceramics. The fundamental principles of the behavior, physical and engineering properties of various common civil engineering materials will be introduced. Students learn about material and product manufacturing techniques and how they relate to mechanical and non-mechanical properties of the various materials. Resulting from this course, students will gain a comparative knowledge of material properties and possible applications in construction.
GCV472Construction Materials Lab
1 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV430
This course aims to introduce the students to the fundamentals of laboratory testing of construction materials. They will make measurements of behavior of various materials used in civil engineering among many tests, provide physical observations, introduce experimental procedures and common measurement equipment, and gain exposure to a variety of established material testing techniques. A dual approach characterizes these experiments: discovery/control of equipment and measurement/interpretation.
GMC320Dynamics
3 credits | Pre-requisite: MAT227
This course presents the fundamentals of engineering dynamics. It covers the following topics: kinematics of a particle (absolute and relative motion, description of motion in various systems of coordinates); kinetics of a particle; force and acceleration (Newton’s second law of motion); work and energy (principle of conservation of energy); impulse and momentum (conservation of linear momentum).
GMC330Dynamics of Rigid Bodies
3 credits | Pre-requisite: MAT307 And GMC310 And GMC320
Dynamics of rigid bodies is a sub-branch of the general field of study known as engineering mechanics. It is very closely related to—and often combined with—the study of statics, which you encountered in GMC 310, with the study of the Mechanics Engineering Dynamics GMC 320 where we have covered the dynamics of particles. In this subject, we will thus study accelerated motion of rigid bodies. We will then take a step towards the more realistic engineering problems by considering the size, shape, and orientation of objects as they accelerate. We term this type of motion “Rigid Body Motion.” We begin, with the kinematics of rigid bodies, looking first at the rotational motion of objects. We will then introduce the possibility that objects can move (and accelerate) by translating and rotating at the same time. Furthermore, GMC 330 covers many of the three-dimensional kinematics and kinetics of rigid body principles. Finally, an introduction to vibrational motion, or what happens when objects oscillate about a neutral state, will be covered.
GEL211Electric Circuits
3 credits
This course presents the basics of electric circuits’ analysis: introduction to theory, circuit variables and elements (dependent and independent voltage and current sources, resistors, inductors, capacitors); basic analysis and design of resistive circuits and different analysis techniques (Node-Voltage analysis, Mesh-Current analysis, source transformations, Thevenin’s and Norton’s equivalent, maximum power transfer, and Superposition methods); an introduction to capacitance, inductance, and mutual inductance; current-voltage relation; RC, RL and RLC circuits analysis (natural and step responses). Topics also include ideal operational amplifiers circuit simplification, steady-state and transient analysis, phasors, frequency response, Kirchhoff’s laws and Thevenin’s and Norton’s equivalent represented in the frequency domain, Laplace transform and an introduction to Transfer functions.
GEL271Electric Circuits Lab
1 credits
Introduction to the laboratory devices. Introduction to Pspice (simulation software). Simple electric circuits like voltage and current-divider and resistance measurements are implemented and analyzed. Then, students are faced to Thevenin's theorem and Norton equivalent circuit. Ideal Operational Amplifier circuits like the inverting, non-inverting, integrator … are also studied. The Bode and phase diagrams of first order passive filters are determined and simulated. Finally, the Kirchoff's law in the frequency domain and Thevenin theorem and power measurement are done.
GCV596Final Project I
1 credits
A major project in engineering analysis, design, development or research carried out by individual or groups of students and a faculty research supervisor. The objective is to provide an opportunity to develop initiative, self-reliance, creative ability and engineering judgment. A project proposal, an interim report, and an oral presentation are required.
GCV597Final Project II
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV596
This course provides the students with the opportunity to learn how to apply engineering design principles in a major group design project. While working on the projects, the students will learn how to effectively plan, schedule, search for data and information, communicate and cooperate in a team environment.
GEN450Finite Element Method
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GEN428
The objective of this course is to analyze real world structural mechanics problems using the finite element method. The mathematical roots of FEA will be covered extensively in this course, on which nearly all structural analysis software is built. The course will provide for the specific challenges of engineers across all mechanical disciplines (aerospace, manufacturing, mechanical and mechatronic). Also, this course provides deep insight into the operation of finite element analysis software by training the students to implement a detailed FE study including planning, modelling, meshing, solving, evaluating results and validating against real world data.
GMC430Fluid Mechanics
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GMC340
This course provides a concise and clear presentation of fundamental topics in fluid mechanics, which deals with energy transportation by a fluid. These topics concern the development and application of control volume and differential form analysis and applications of fluid flows. Topics include fundamental concepts, basic equations in integral form for a control volume, introduction to differential analysis of fluid motion, potential flow, incompressible flow, and internal and external viscous flows including boundary layer concepts.
GCV465Foundations and Retaining Walls
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV310 and GCV401 And GCV420
Focuses on geotechnical design of shallow and deep foundations, including spread footings, mats, driven piles, and drilled piers. Coverage includes bearing capacity, settlement, group effects, and lateral load capacity of the various foundation types. Additional topics include subsurface exploration, construction of deep foundations, and analysis of pile behavior using wave equation and dynamic monitoring methods.
GCV461General Procedures of Construction
1 credits
This course will introduce students to onsite construction operations, with a focus on construction methods, equipment, and safety considerations. It will also train students to consider alternative solutions, which includes selection of the most suitable equipment and methods for the operations at hand. Case examples are introduced to familiarize students with good construction practice. Topics include site preparation and earthwork, wood frame, masonry, concrete formwork, shoring and underpinning work excavation at depth, and design, assembly and dismantling of temporary construction works. The course also aims at introducing students to soft skills, including teamwork and communication skills.
GCV410Geology and Geophysics
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV440
This course introduces the students to the earth as a dynamic planet, and provides basic knowledge of the various processes shaping the earth’s surface and interior. Students will thus have specific knowledge of the theories and principles governing the natural systems. It will also enable them to understand how humans affect their natural environment and vice versa. This course also introduces the concepts of geophysical investigations, mapping and satellite image interpretation.
GMC435Hydraulics
2 credits | Pre-requisite: GMC430
This course deals with basic concepts of hydraulics, namely, the continuity, energy and momentum equations. This includes hydrostatics, internal viscous with application of Bernoulli equation and losses. Further, it covers physical modeling (dimensionless analysis and similarities), hydraulic pumps, and turbines.
GMC477Hydraulics Lab
1 credits
The objective of this laboratory is to show the students different experiments in fluids and hydraulics sciences. The students will investigate the laws and theories of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and hydraulics using diverse methods of measurements including limitations and boundaries of each theory.
GCV440Infrastructures and Roads
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV430 And GCV320
This course covers a wide range of topics that includes an introduction to transportation engineering, functional and context classifications of roads, mobility and access controls of roads, considerations of all transportation modes in the design, drivers performance and human factors, traffic characteristics, and elements of design (horizontal and vertical alignments; sight distances; grades; and superelevation).
GCV480Internship I
1 credits
The objective of this course is to introduce the students to the real work of the engineer on the site project and to the real work in the consultant engineering offices.
GCV581Internship II
1 credits
The objective of this course is to carry out professional training and experience in a civil engineering environment, either in a consultant office or on a construction site.
GIN221Introduction to Programming
3 credits
This introductory course in programming enables engineering students to learn the methods of rigorous software development solutions in the object-oriented paradigm. The course is supplemented by laboratory sessions for the application of programming concepts studied in the Eclipse integrated development environment.
GCV460Management and Site Organization
2 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV405
This course considers the responsibilities for planning, organizing, monitoring, controlling and administering groups of staff, e.g. site manager.
GCV310Reinforced Concrete I
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV401
Students completing this course will be able to explain and apply the principles of reinforced concrete; assign and assess proper dead, live and other structural loads; have the capability to design and analyze reinforced concrete beams, slabs, and columns for flexure, shear and axial loads using ACI standard (ACI 318); use and understand the functionality of the design and analyze reinforced concrete elements using design software; coordinate, elaborate and work in a team during the group course project; and finally the students will be able to write a group project report and present parts of the results in front of the class.
GCV405Reinforced Concrete II
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV310
This course covers the analysis and design of the bond, development lengths, and splices; slender columns, and biaxially bent columns; wall footings, concentrically and eccentrically loaded single column footings, and combined footings; staircases; bearing walls; cantilever retaining walls; one way and two way slab design; an introduction to seismic resistance and shear wall design.
GEN499Seminars and Conferences
Each semester, the Faculty of Engineering organizes several seminars and conferences in which leading figures in the professional and academic world target future engineers with a speech presenting scientific, technical, and/or industrial topics, etc. and showing them the various aspects of the engineering profession.
GCV420Soil Mechanics
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GMC410
This course aims to introduce the students to the fundamentals of soil mechanics parameters which will be useful for the design of geotechnical components. It includes all basic requirements needed by the students in order to classify soil type, to define the related parameters, the soil resistance and to evaluate the soil behavior when it will be subjected to external stresses.
GCV471Soil Mechanics Lab
1 credits | Pre-requisite: GCV420
This course aims to introduce the students to the fundamentals of laboratory testing of soil. It includes laboratory teaching to familiarize students with standard soil testing techniques which are considered as a must for the determination of soil parameters needed to design the geotechnical components.
GCV463Specifications and Bill of Quantities
1 credits
A course on the structure of construction documents and their interrelationships, bidding requirements, general and particular contract conditions, administrative and procedural requirements for construction, technical specifications, breakdown structure and BOQ, construction cost estimation processes, and unit rates determination and pricing.
GMC310Statics
3 credits | Pre-requisite: MAT217
The course covers fundamental concepts of mechanics relating to forces acting on rigid bodies. It includes problems involving actions and reactions on structures and machines in two and three dimensions, shear and moment diagrams, centroids, center of mass/gravity, moments of inertia, friction, dry friction and friction forces on screws. There is also an introduction to the principle of virtual work.
GMC440Strength of Materials
3 credits | Pre-requisite: MAT227 And GMC310
This course presents the theory and application of the fundamentals of mechanics of materials: stress and strain; tension, compression, and shear; Hooke's law, Mohr's circle, combined stresses, strain-energy; beams, columns, shafts, and continuous beams; deflections, shear and moment diagrams. Thin-walled structures, buckling and columns and energy methods (Castiglianos).
GMC472Strength of Materials Lab
1 credits
This course starts with a brief introduction about the safety procedures of the lab. Reliability of measurements and statistical analysis for experimental data is provided to the students. They will also study: verification of theoretical models through testing; trusses, tension test (stress-strain diagram, determination of yield strength, ultimate strength, modulus of elasticity, percentage elongation and percentage reduction in areas); buckling test; hardness tests; impact tests; parabolic arc; and suspension bridges.
GCV401Structural Analysis
3 credits | Pre-requisite: GMC440
Upon completion of this course the students will be able to: identify the types of structures (beams, frames, arches, trusses) and describe their behavior; determine, according to the codes, different design loads to be considered in the design of structures; calculate the support reactions and internal forces
GCV301Surveying
1 credits | Pre-requisite: MAT337 And GCV320
Surveying may be defined as the art of making measurements of the relative positions of natural and manmade features on the earth’s surface and the presentation of this information either graphically or numerically. On completion of this course the surveying students will be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas: explain the meaning of a number of common terms used in surveying and mapping; utilize horizontal and vertical references; prepare and apply the use of survey field notes; use the theory of measurements, linear measurements, angles, topographic surveys; construct alignment sheets for construction design; construct a topographic map utilizing horizontal and vertical values.
GCV320Technical Drawings
1 credits
The objective of these practical workshops is to initiate the students in the use of AutoCAD software. In the early stages they will learn about the fundamental operations that are sufficient to achieve technical drawings in 2D. The students thereafter become more proficient in using AutoCAD for the objective of realizing projects in civil engineering. We insist on the tools and the available modules (management of project, insertion of block of components, realization of report) permitting a fast realization of projects and plans of electric facilities.
GMC340Thermodynamics
3 credits | Pre-requisite: CHM212 Or CHE212
This course is designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the transformation of thermal energy and the behavior of its physical quantities. Such transformation is the conversion of heat into work. Engineers are generally interested in studying systems and how they interact with their surroundings. Its use becomes indispensable in our society.