• Evaluation of an existing industrial building retrofitted with fluid viscous and viscoelastic dampers under no-pulse and pulse-like base excitations 

  Uçkaç, Muhammet Arif. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  A retrofitting methodology using passive control devices, was adopted in this study for the performance improvement of an existing industrial building in Malatya, Yeşilyurt. The efficiency of the methodology was investigated ...
• Identifying critical success factors for successful BIM-FM implementation in construction projects 

  Özfurat, Bensu Namlı. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  The use of BIM (Building Information Modeling) in FM (Facility Management) is becoming increasingly common around the world, but despite a large number of studies focusing on BIM implementation success in design and ...
• High volume fly ash concretes for sustainable applications in construction 

  Balcı, Elifsu. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  Reducing CO2 emission has become one of the most important subjects that the world focuses. Various actions are taken to make the construction materials and methods sustainable since the construction industry has a great ...
• An investigation on the effectivenss of nailed timber walls as retrofitting measure for substandard concrete structures 

  Keser, Aslı. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  Turkey is in a seismically active region and has suffered through extensive losses due to several major earthquakes that struck its various parts. The destructive effects of earthquakes in Turkey are infuriated by the ...
• Investigating the characteristics of a digitally agile organizational structure for construction companies 

  Nasiri, Aran. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  As the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry embraces digital transformation, the need for digitally agile construction organizations (DACOs) becomes more tangible. According to the literature, the ...
• Rapid seismic screening of reinforced concrete buildings using energy-based principles 

  Darılmaz, Ahmet Mehdi. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  Seismic evaluation methods were developed and employed in seismic design codes for the purpose of avoiding life loss in the aftermath of earthquakes. The high death and economic toll from previous earthquakes highlight the ...
• Evaluation of the environmental effects of connected autonomous vehicles in traffic incident scenarios on uninterrupted facilities 

  Şahin, Rahmi. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  Traffic incidents can occur due to both human errors and the inadequacy of road networks. These incidents can cause not only material damage but also loss of life. In case of an incident, it causes the vehicles in the ...
• Evaluating factors affecting construction technology start-up investments and investor behavior 

  Yücel, Büşra. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  The construction industry has been unsuccessful in adopting innovative technologies compared to other industries. Construction Technology (Contech) start-ups play a vital role in the digital transformation of the sector ...
• Morphodynamics of gravel beaches and their response to nourishment 

  Farazande, Sofi. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  Modeling the long term beach morphology after nourishment provides a better understanding of the nature of the beach. In this thesis, the morphodynamics of a gravel beach at Kalemyel Bay after two nourishments in March ...
• Simulating the electricity consumption of occupants in dormitory buildings by using agent based modeling 

  Moeini, Rasa. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  Buildings are recognized for their significant role in electricity consumption and carbon emissions. Policymakers and researchers have addressed the necessity of realizing the underlying reasons behind buildings' colossal ...
• The effects of post fire re-curing on mechanical properties and recovery of fiber reinforced concrete 

  Noori, Mohamed Adil Noori. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2022., 2022)

  High temperatures or fire may cause significant damage in concrete. Moreover, further deterioration continues at the post heating stage. Although, there are few studies on the post fire rehabilitation of concrete in the ...
• The influence of concrete strength on the economy of reinforced concrete columns 

  Abubakar, Aminu Issaka. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1998., 1998.)

  The effect of increase in strength of concrete on the economy and performance of reinforced concrete columns is investigated. Two different concrete strengths namely 25 and 45 MPa were used to design columns of 16 different ...
• Quality management in the Turkish construction industry 

  Şanlılar, Teymur. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1998., 1998.)

  A detailed survey is conducted with Turkish construction firms to gather information about construction industry and quality management procedures. The questions in the questionnaire are prepared to have complete information ...
• A comparison of deep shaft sinking techniques; |a case study using the conventional method 

  Özdemir, Murat. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Sciences and Engineering, 1998., 1998.)

  Shaft is defined as an undeground cavity of an inclination 45 to 90 degrees to the horizontal line, of a straight course, of a minimum cross section of approximately 10m2, and of an essentially larger length in the vertical ...
• Logistics in computer integrated construction framework 

  Akbaş, Ragıp. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Sciences and Engineering, 1997., 1997.)

  Infonnation technology implementation in construction witnessed maj or progress in recent years. Hardware and software technology improvements allowed computer use in most of the companies. However there is still much to ...
• Modeling the shear strength improvement at the interface of lime-stabilized soil and concrete 

  Batukan, Burak. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Sciences and Engineering, 1997., 1997.)

  Drilling operations remold the shaft soil, leading to significant shear strength losses. Lime stabilization has been proposed to increase the shaft resistance capacity of friction piles installed into clayey soils. For ...
• Accelaration of freeze-thaw tests by microwave heating 

  Türkoğlu, Amine Pınar. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1997., 1997.)

  The strength characteristics and hydraulic conductivity of clay liners used in waste landfills are affected by freezing and thawing cycles. To evaluate the performance of clay liners, freezing and thawing tests are needed. ...
• Seismic design of steel structures 

  Köse, İsmail. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1996., 1996.)

  One of the most important disasters that humanity suffered throughout the history is earthquake. Although it is impossible to overcome earthquake, protection from its harms is possible by taking some precautions. Structural ...
• In-situ partially penetrating variable head tests 

  Kılanç, Burak. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1996., 1996.)

  Variable head tests (slug tests) represent one of the in-situ permeability tests that can be performed to characterise the hydraulic properties of porous media. Groundwater quality remediation projects and the associated ...
• Constant head test analysis in partially penetrating wells 

  Akgüner, Cem. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1995., 1995.)

  Field tests provide reliable results to determine permeability. A testing device is built to model the in-situ conditions in the laboratory. The device had a circular plan of 1· 1 square meter and a height of 1.2 meter. ...

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