Project Manager

Dr. Ahmet T rer

Associate Professor

Civil Engineering Department

Structural Mechanics Lab.

Middle East Technical University

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Experience

Middle East

Technical University Ankara, TURKEY

Courses

thought:

Structural Health Monitoring (CE 742)

Steel Design (CE 485)

Structural Analysis (CE 384),

Introduction to Structural Mechanics (CE 323)

Strength of Materials (CE 224)

Engineering Mechanics II - Dynamics (CE 222)

Research Projects

T BİTAK Career

project: Structural Health Monitoring Methods, PI

T BİTAK: Seismic

Performance Improvement of Masonry Houses, PI

T BİTAK: Seismic Assessment

of Historic Traditional Timber Framed / Himiş Houses

NATO-SfP&T BİTAK: Typical

Applications and Instrumentation monitoring of seismically retrofitted

buildings, PI

METU-BAP: Internet Earthquake Project (IDP): Internet

based seismic vulnerability assessment of existing structures and

databank development, PI

WorldMonument Fund: Temple of Augustus

conservation project

KA.BA: St.

Nicholas Church Bell tower structural condition evaluation and retrofit,

PI

PROMET: Existing Condition Evaluation,

Seismic Vulnerability Assessment, and Retrofit Suggestions for Historic

Ali Nacar Mosque Minaret in Gaziantep,

PI

Republic of Turkey Ministry of Culture and

Tourism: Nemrut conservation project

Republic of Turkey Ministry of Culture and

Tourism: Agri, IshakpasaPalace project,

member of advisory committee.

Republic of Turkey Ministry of Culture and

Tourism: Hasankeyf project, member of advisory committee.

World Bank DM2003: Seismic Performance

Improvement of Masonry Houses, PI

METU-AFP: Long term monitoring of buildings

and bridges, PI

NATO-SfP: Condition evaluation of R/C

buildings

NATO-SfP&TUBITAK: Training/Dissemination

of results

TUPRAS, CENTRAL-BANK, BOTAS, seismic

vulnerability assessment

FP6-LESSLOSS Project Guidelines for Seismic

Vulnerability Reduction in the Urban Environment

Condition evaluation of historic Aspendos

Theatre in Antalya, Turkey

Research Interests

Instrumented Health

Monitoring

Modal Testing, NDT,

FE Modeling of Civil Engineering Structures

Seismic Performance

Evaluation of Existing Buildings, Non-linear Analysis

Historic monuments

and bridges

Load Rating of

Highway Bridges

1995 - 2000

University of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH

Research Assistant

/ Teaching Assistant

Computer modeling,

DL/LL/Moving Load analysis, and load rating of a 1200ft steel truss

bridge spanning over Ohio River between Ironton and Huntington. Took

active part in instrumentation, field-testing and instrumented monitoring

data interpretation.

3D-FEM and 2D-Grid

modeling of 6 steel stringer bridges in Ohio as a part of Ohio-DOT

sponsored project for the development of a modeling+ calibration + rating

computer software.

3D-FE modeling of

1600 feet prestressed concrete, curved box-girder bridge for Strain

Monitor Systems Inc. as part of a project for Georgia-DOT to determine

the optimum locations for experimental instrumentation following a recent

retrofit project.

Modeled and

analyzed three steel stringer bridges in Toledo, Ohio for Ohio-DOT

sponsored project to predict safety and stress levels during passage of

an 865 kip overload. Pre-, during and Post-tests, and damage detection.

Developed UILD method to confidently predict the stress levels using

experimental test truckload data.

Modeled and

analyzed Seymour Steel Stringer Bridge in Cincinnati, Ohio for

corroboration with damage detection research. Wrote a computer program to

calibrate the computer models using MAC, modal frequencies, modal

flexibility and static truckload test results. Supplied continuous

analytical support to the team.

Built the Local

Area Network of University of Cincinnati Infrastructure Institute Lab

located at ERC 717; administrator.

Gave lectures and

graded class material for undergraduate and graduate level structural

analysis, and finite element analysis courses.

MS: Stress and

Damage Prediction of Steel Stringer Bridges Using Finite Element

Techniques and Unit Influence Line Decomposition Method .

PhD: Condition

Evaluation and Load Rating of Steel Stringer Highway Bridges Using Field

Calibrated 2Dgrid and 3D-FE Models .

1998 Graham,

Obermeyer and Partners Ltd. (GOP) Cincinnati, OH

Structural

Engineer

Part time worked in

the 3D-FE modeling and analysis of Paul Brown Stadium footing pile and

pile cap design, tie columns.

1994-1995 MNG

G nal Const. Comp. Ankara, TURKEY

Project Engineer

Worked as a Project

Engineer in the project management and scheduling of a 37-story main building

and five additional blocks construction project.

Scheduled resources

using critical path method (CPM) and carried out cost analyses. Reporting

to the controller and project manager directly. Unit prices.

1993-1994 G rol

Teknik Steel Mold Factory Ankara, TURKEY

Design and

Production Engineer

Modeled, designed

and manufactured three steel truss portal cranes and two round steel

tunnel molds for the national highway tunnels in Turkey.

Detailed, on-site

involvement with every detail. Material optimization by cut design.

Education

1997-2000

University of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH

Doctorate of

Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Structural Engineering (EIT)

1995-1997

University of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH

Master of Science

in Civil Engineering.

1988-1993 Middle

East Technical University Ankara, TURKEY

Bachelor of Science

in Civil Engineering

GPA: 3.51/4.00 -

High honors, Rank: 7/264

Department Annual

Computer Programming Competitions, 1st Position Award in 1991

& 1992.

Publications

Journal Papers:

A1. Turer, A. and E. Aktan, Issues in

Superload Crossing of Three Steel Stringer Bridges in Toledo, Ohio, Journal of the Transportation Research

Board, TRB, 1688, 87-96

(1999).

A2. Aktan, E., N. Catbas, A. Turer and

ZF. Zhang, Structural identification: Analytical aspects, Journal of Structural Engineering,

ASCE, 124:7, 817-829

(1998).

A3. Shahrooz, BM., AJ Gulluim, J. Cole

and A. Turer, Bond characteristics of overlays placed over bridge decks

sealed with high-molecular-weight methacrylate, Transportation Research Record, 00-0304,1697, 24-40 (2000).

A4. Turer, A., SZ. Korkmaz and HH.

Korkmaz, Performance improvement studies of masonry houses using elastic

post-tensioning straps, Earthquake

Engineering & Structural Dynamics, 36:5, 683-705 (2007).

A5. Turer A. and B. zden, Seismic

base isolation using low-cost Scrap Tire Pads (STP), Materials and Structures, 41:891 908 (2008).

A6. Turer A. and M. G lalmış,

Scrap tire ring as a low-cost post-tensioning material for masonry strengthening, Materials and Structures,41:1345 1361 (2008).

A7. Turer A. and B. Boz, Computer

modeling and seismic performance assessment of historic Aspendos theatre

in Antalya, Turkey, Engineering

Structures, 30: 2127 2139

(2008).

A8. Lenett M S,

Hunt V J, Helmicki A J, Turer A., Health Monitoring of Ironton-Russell

Bridge for Rating Purposes, Transportation Research Record 1770 Paper No. 01-0467, (2001).

International

Conference Papers:

B1. Helmicki,

A., M. Lenett, A. Greisman, A. Turer, V. Hunt and A.E. Aktan, Structural

Identification-Based Condition Assessment: A Demonstration of Methods

Applied to a Laboratory Scale Model Testbed, Proc. American Control Conference, Vol. VI, 4506-4510, IEEE

CNF, San Diego, CA, USA, 1999.

B2. Hunt, V.J.,

A. Turer, Y. Gao, A. Levi and A.J. Helmicki, Instrumented Monitoring and

Nondestructive Evaluation of Highway Bridges, Proc. Structural Materials Technology - An NDT Conference,

Vol. 3400, 472-481, Technomic Publishing, Lancaster,

Pennsylvania, 1998.

B3. Catbas, N.,

M. Lenett, D. Brown, S.W. Doebling, C.R. Farrar, and A. Turer, Modal

Analysis of Multi-Reference Impact Test Data for Steel Stringer Bridges,

Proc. 15th International

Modal Analysis Conference, 381, SPIE, Orlando, FL, 1997.

B4. Lenett, M.,

A. Turer and D. Brown, Condition assessment of steel stringer highway

bridges using experimental modal analysis, The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America, 106, 2215,

SPIE, Orlando, FL, 1997.

B5. Yılmaz,

C. and A. Turer, 2300 Metre Uzunluğundaki Bolu Viyad ğ n n

Dizayn Felsefesi and Deprem Davranışı, ECAS2002 Uluslararası Yapı

ve Deprem M hendisliği Sempozyumu, 50-65, ODT, Ankara, 2002.

B6. Turer, A.,

Condition Assessment Techniques Used for Non-Building Structures, Proc. Seismic Assessment and

Rehabilitation of Existing Buildings, 193-214, Springer, Izmir, 2003.

B7. Turer, A.

and B. Yalim, Simplified 2D Analysis of Existing R/C Buildings for

Seismic Vulnerability Assessment, Proc.

2nd International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics

and Computation, 252, Balkema, Cape Town, 2004.

B8. Turer, A.,

O. Turker and C. Yılmaz, Finite Element Modeling and Duzce

Earthquake Simulation of Bolu Viaduct, Proc. 13th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering,

153, 988, Vancouver, 2004.

B9. Turer, A.,

A. Yakut and U. Akyuz, Building Damage Patterns in Bingol-Turkey after

the May 1st, 2003 Earthquake, Proc.

13th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering, 83, 65,

Vancouver, 2004.

B10. Turer, A.,

U. Akyuz, A. Yakut and B. Yalim, School Building Damage Assessment after

Bingol Earthquake, Proc. SE-40EEE

International Earthquake Conference, 475-480, IZIIS, Skopje and

Ohrid, 2003.

B11. Turer, A.

and M. Kaynak, Condition Evaluation Using Vibration Frequency

Measurements of Slender Members, Proc.

2nd International Conference on Bridge Maintenance, Safety,

and Management, 423,225, Balkema, Japan-Kyoto, 2004.

B12. Turer, A.

and T. Ozerkan, Strain and Vibration Measurements of a Cable-Stayed

Pedestrian Bridge, Proc. 2nd

International Conference on Bridge Maintenance, Safety, and Management,

40,227, Balkema, Japan-Kyoto, 2004.

B13. Turer, A.,

Non-destructive Testing and Structural Monitoring of Bridges, Proc. 6th International

Congress on Advances in Civil Engineering, 1135-1139, YildizTeknikUniv.,

Istanbul 2004.

B14. Turer, A.

and T. Eroglu, Condition

Evaluation and Strengthening Techniques for Kayakapi Ruins in Turkey,

Proc. 2nd International

Conference on FRP Composites in Civil Engineering CICE 2004, Adelaide,

2004.

B15. Turer, A.,

. Sultanoğlu and A. Şuyun,

Automated Finite Element Model Generation for Tunnel Forms, ITA

- AITES 2005 World Tunnel

Congress, 1135-1139, Balkema, İstanbul, 2005.

B16. Turer, A.,

U. Ersoy, U. and G. zcebe, Monitoring of Brick Partitioning Walls

Crushing Damage in a Tall Building, Proc.

5th International Workshop Structural Health Monitoring,

358-363, DEStech, Stanford University, 2005.

B17. Turer, A.

and C. Yılmaz, Monitoring of MHP Building Towers to Investigate

Circular Platform Support Failures, Proc.

5th International Workshop Structural Health Monitoring,

269-274, DEStech, Stanford University, 2005.

B18. Turer, A.,

and B. zden, Scrap Tire Pad: A Cheaper Way of Seismic Base Isolation, EVACES 2005 Experimental Vibration

Analysis for Civil Engineering Structures, 149-155, LCPC, Bordeaux,

2005.

B19. Turer, A.

and E. Demirok, Vibration Monitoring of a Four-Storey Retrofitted R/C

Building, EVACES 2005 Experimental

Vibration Analysis for Civil Engineering Structures, 287-294, LCPC,

Bordeaux, 2005.

B20. Turer, A.

and B. Yalım, Development of Internet Based Seismic Vulnerability

Assessment Tools, NATO-SfP 977231

International Closing Workshop, 369-378, Springer, İstanbul,

2005.

B21. Korkmaz,

S.Z., N. Kocu, A. Turer, H.H. Korkmaz, Earthquake Damage Characteristics

of Earthen-Adobe Houses, Proc.

Living in Earthen Cities kerpic05, paper51, ITU, Istanbul, 2005.

B22. Turer, A.,

Bridge between Earth and Moon, Proc.

10th ASCE Aerospace Division International Earth & Space

Conference, TrackF, ASCE, Houston-USA, 2006.

B23. Turer, A.,

A. Caner and C. Yilmaz, Cable Hanger Plate Replacement; a Case Study on

Bosporus Bridge, Proc. 3rd

International Conference on Bridge Maintenance Safety and Management

(IABMAS), 433, Balkema, Porto-Portekiz, 2006.

B24. Turer, A.,

Steel Stringer Bridge Load Rating Based on Field Calibrated Grid

Models, Proc. 3rd

International Conference on Bridge Maintenance Safety and Management

(IABMAS), 441, Balkema, Porto-Portekiz, 2006.

B25. Turer, A.

and T. Eroglu, Structural Health Monitoring - A Methodological Approach

for Application, Proc. ACE 7th

International Congress on Advances in Civil Engineering, 259,

Yıldız Technical University, Istanbul, 2006.

B26. Turer, A.

and M. Erdogdu, In-Plane Strength Improvement of Masonry Walls using

Low-Cost Post-Tensioning Methods, Proc.

ACE 7th International Congress on Advances in Civil

Engineering, 262, Yıldız Technical University, Istanbul,

2006.

B27. Turer, A.,

Deterministic Modeling of North Anatolian Fault Using Simplistic Roller-Coaster

Model, Proc. ACE 7th

International Congress on Advances in Civil Engineering, 265,

Yıldız Technical University, Istanbul, 2006.

B28. Turer, A.,

I. Dikmen, B. Altan-Sakarya and C.K. nder, ABET accreditation

preparations: an innovative self-evaluation matrix method, Proc. International Workshop on

Reforming Civil and Environmental Engineering Education,

Bah eşehir niv., Istanbul, 2006.

B29. Turer, A.,

Structural Engineering: Challenges and Opportunities, Proc. International Workshop on

Reforming Civil and Environmental Engineering Education,

Bah eşehir niv., Istanbul, 2006.

B30. Turer, A.

and T. Eroglu, Structural Analysis of Historic Temple of Augustus in

Ankara,Turkey, Structural Analysis

of Historical Constructions, SAHC2006, 1803-1810, Macmillan India

Ltd., New Delhi, 2006.

B31. Aktaş

Y.D., A. Turer, A. and E.N. Caner-Saltik, FE Modelling and Material

Characterization of Tahir ile Z hre Mescidi, Konya, Turkey, Structural Analysis of Historical

Constructions, SAHC2006, 2013-2022, Macmillan India Ltd., New Delhi,

2006.

B32. Turer, A.

and B. Boz, FE Modeling and Dynamic Testing of Historic Aspendos Theatre

in Antalya, Turkey, Structural

Analysis of Historical Constructions, SAHC2006, 1893-1900, Macmillan

India Ltd., New Delhi, 2006.

B33. Turer, A. and . Yılmaz, Temperature Induced Internal Force

Problem in a High Rise Twin Tower Platform and Viscous Isolator

Solution, ASSISi, 10th World

Conference on Seismic Isolation, Energy Dissipation and Active Vibrations

Control of Structures, Deprem İzolasyon Derneği, Istanbul,

2007

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