SULTAN QABOOS UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL AND ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING

COURSE OUTLINE
Coastal Engineering (CIVL 5076) Fall 2009 Instructor: Time & Place: Office Hours: Office: Telephone: Email: Homepage:
Dr. Ahmad Sana Sat. 12:00-13:50 (C-10); Mon. 12:00-13:50 (C-10); Sat. and Mon. 10:00-11:50 Room # 2078, College of Engineering Western Building Ext. 2524 sana@squ.edu.om http://ahmadsana.tripod.com

I. Course Description CIVL 5076 COASTAL ENGINEERING (3 Credits) An advanced course in the concepts of harbor design: coastal zone processes, wave and tide prediction, circulation, on/offshore sediment motion and the general concepts of numerical modeling. Design criteria including wave run-up and overtopping, wave forces and impact loading are reviewed. Emphasis is on developing the student's design skills. II. Required Background or Experience Prerequisites by course: CIVL 4146 Prerequisites by topic: 1. Fundamentals of statics and dynamics. 2. Basic principles of fluid mechanics. 3. Fluid kinematics and dynamics. 4. Differentiation and integration. Post-requisites: None III. Course Objectives The objectives of this course are to give the student a fundamental knowledge of:

1. The importance of coastal engineering [Obj. A]. 2. Calculation of the wave properties like wave length, celerity, pressure, energy, power and water particle velocities [Obj. A, C]. 3. Calculation of the properties of transformed waves due to shoaling, reflection, refraction and diffraction [Obj. A, C]. 4. Understanding of the tide and tidal constituents [Obj. A]. 5. Calculation of the tidal elevations using tidal constituents [Obj. A, C]. 6. Estimation of the wave properties from wind data [Obj. A, C]. 7. Calculation of the hydrodynamic forces on piles, pipelines and cables submerged in the ocean [Obj. A]. 8. Design and analysis of rubble mound structures like revetments and breakwaters manually and using ACES [Obj. A, C]. 9. Calculation of forces on rigid vertical-faced structures [Obj. A, C]. 10. Estimation of the long-shore sediment transport [Obj. A]. 11. Impact of coastal projects on the sea-water quality [Obj. A].

Civil Engineering Program Educational Objectives Objective A. Provide the required knowledge and skills to solve Civil Engineering problems. Objective B. Expand and enhance the abilities related to the responsibilities of the Civil Engineer towards the profession and society. Objective C. Develop the abilities to stay current with new developments. IV. Expected Outcomes Students will be expected to develop these skills/understanding upon the successful completion of this course: 1. An understanding of the importance of coastal engineering [a]. 2. An ability to calculate the wave properties like wave length, celerity, pressure, energy, power and water particle velocities [a, b, e, k]. 3. An ability to calculate the properties of transformed waves due to shoaling, reflection, refraction and diffraction [a, e, k]. 4. An understanding of the tide and tidal constituents [a]. 5. An ability to calculate the tidal elevations using tidal constituents manually and using computer [a, e, k]. 6. An ability to estimate the wave properties from wind data [a, e, k]. 7. An ability to calculate hydrodynamic forces on piles, pipelines and cables submerged in the ocean [a, e]. 8. An ability to design and analyze rubble mound structures like revetments and breakwaters manually and using ACES [a, c, e, k]. 9. An ability to calculate forces on rigid vertical-faced structures [a, e, k]. 10. An ability to estimate the long-shore sediment transport [a, e]. 11. An understanding of the impact of coastal projects on the sea-water quality [a].

ABET Program Outcomes and Assessment (Criterion 3)

(a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering. (b)An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as an ability to analyze and interpret data. (c) An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs. (d) An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams. (e) An ability to Identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. (f) An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility. (g) An ability to communicate effectively. (h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context. (i) A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning. (j) The knowledge of contemporary issues. (k) An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

V. Course Contents The following topics will be covered in this course: 1. Introduction to Coastal Engineering 2. Wave equations and their characteristics; Linear wave theory, wave profile, wave length, celerity, pressure, energy, power, water particle velocities and accelerations 3. Wave transformation; Wave refraction, diffraction and reflection 4. Long waves; Tides, tsunamis and storm surges 5. Wave-Structure interaction; piles, pipelines, cables, rubble-mound structures, rigid structures 6. Coastal zone processes; Long-shore and cross-shore sediment transport, beach nourishment 7. Quality of coastal waters; Impact of coastal projects on seawater quality. VI. Textbook(s) and Readings Basic Coastal Engineering by Robert M. Sorensen, 2nd Edition, Kluwer, 1997. Coastal Engineering Manual by US Army Corps of Engineers.

VII. Minimum Student Materials Text, class handouts, engineering calculator, and an access to personal computers. VIII. Minimum College Facilities Classroom with whiteboard and projection facilities, Hydraulics laboratory, library, computer facilities.

IX. Instructional Methods 1. Lectures. 2. Teamwork solving problem tutorials. 3. Experiments 4. Field visits 5. Homework. 6. Reading assignments. X. Evaluation of Outcomes Evaluation will be assessed based on the following: 1. Assignments [15%] 2. Quizzes [15%] 3. Design problems [15%] 4. Mid-Term examination [15%] 5. Final examination [40%] XI. Explanation of grading system Laboratory: Tutorial hours would be utilized for solving examples and experiments. Please bring your textbook and calculator every time you come to attend the tutorial. For each tutorial exercise, a written letter report is required to get full consideration. Assignments (15%): There will be at least three assignments. Whenever an assignment is given, you will have one week to complete it and submit. Group participation in solving an assignment problem is encouraged; however, you must turn in your own assignment. Late assignments would be accepted only with prior approval from the instructor. Quizzes (15%): There will be approximately three quizzes during the semester. They will consist of multiple-choice questions and brief definitions. The students must be prepared and revise the material covered in the preceding lectures before coming to the class. Design Problems (15%): There will be approximately three design problems. The reports must be written in a proper format, which would be explained in the class. Mid-term examination (15%): This will be a closed book examination, covering all the theory, problems, laboratory experiments and design projects completed prior to it. Final examination (40%): The final examination will cover the whole course contents completed prior to it. Extra credit (up to 5%): The students may receive up to 5% of their grade in extra credit by attending seminars and professional society meetings held in the civil engineering department or relevant conferences.

XII. Professional Component Contribution CIVL 5076 is an advanced level departmental elective course that deals with the principles of wave mechanics and coastal design load calculations. This three-credit engineering course enhances the knowledge of students concerning the coastal processes and their application to design principles for coastal structures. XIII. Detailed schedule of the course S. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Topic
1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Week
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Introduction to Coastal Engineering Wave equations and their characteristics Wave transformation Long waves Wave-structure interaction Coastal Processes Seawater quality

Schedule for Quizzes and Mid-term Examination Quiz 1: October 12, 2009 Quiz 2: November 16, 2009 Quiz 3: December 5, 2009 Mid-Term Exam.: November 21, 2009 Final Exam. January 2, 2010