Master Highway Geometry and Pavement Design – As infrastructure continues to expand globally, the demand for skilled civil engineers with expertise in highway geometry and pavement design has never been higher.
Whether you’re an undergraduate engineering student, an urban planning professional, or a practicing transportation engineer, gaining proficiency in flexible and rigid pavement design,geometric road alignment, and pavement materials is essential for modern infrastructure projects.
This comprehensive course on Highway Geometry and Pavement Design equips learners
with practical knowledge and theoretical frameworks to tackle real-world highway engineering challenges.
By covering foundational concepts in highway planning, geometric standards, materials selection, and software-based design techniques, this program prepares learners for both public and private sector roles in civil infrastructure development.
What You Will Learn
- The fundamentals of highway geometry, including road classification, alignment, and cross-sectional design.
- Selection and behavior of pavement materials across subgrade, base, and surface layers for both flexible and rigid pavement systems.
- Industry-standard design methodologies based on IRC: 37 – 2018 and IITPAVE software.
- Application of Marshall Mix Design and Portland Cement concrete in real pavement projects.
- How to evaluate critical design parameters like sight distance, super elevation, and vertical curves for optimal road safety and performance.
Key Skills You Will Gain
- Civil Engineering Design
- Highway Construction and Planning
- Flexible and Rigid Pavement Design
- Bituminous and Concrete Mix Evaluation
- Structural Analysis and Engineering Calculations
- Laboratory Testing and Quality Control
- Real-World Application of Geometric Design Standards
- Application of Modern Software in Pavement Design
Course Modules Overview
- Indian Highway System Overview – Explore the evolution and classification of India’s vast road network, including projects like the Golden Quadrilateral and key infrastructure elements like road furniture and traffic control devices.
- Geometric Standards of Highway Design – Learn about sight distance, horizontal and vertical alignment, and curvature design for both urban and rural roadways to ensure driver comfort and traffic efficiency.
- Pavement Layers and Materials – Understand the role of subgrade, aggregates, bitumen, cement, and concrete in constructing durable and cost-effective pavement structures.
- Flexible Pavement Design – Dive into design principles for long-life flexible pavements, using tools like IITPAVE, with practical examples and guidelines from the Indian Road Congress.
- Rigid Pavement Design – Master the analysis of stress distribution, failure modes, joint types, and regression models used in rigid pavement structures.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for:
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students in Civil or Transportation Engineering
- Diploma students specializing in infrastructure development
- Practicing civil engineers seeking to update their skills in pavement design and road geometry
Prerequisites
- Fundamental knowledge of Surveying and Geotechnical Engineering
Conclusion
Master Highway Geometry and Pavement Design – With infrastructure growth becoming a global priority, mastering highway geometry and pavement design is a strategic move for engineers and planners aiming to build sustainable and safe road systems.
This course not only provides the technical know-how but also integrates real-world case studies, software tools, and design examples to ensure learners gain applicable and job-ready skills.
Whether you are looking to enhance your career prospects or contribute meaningfully to infrastructure development, this course offers a competitive edge in the ever-evolving field of civil engineering and transportation planning.
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