Comprehensive Road Design and Engineering

Course Info

Length: 2 Weeks

City: Dubai

Type: In Classroom

Available Dates

  • May-06-2024

    Dubai

  • June-03-2024

    Dubai

  • July-01-2024

    Dubai

  • July-22-2024

    Dubai

  • Aug-05-2024

    Dubai

  • Sep-02-2024

    Dubai

  • Sep-23-2024

    Dubai

  • Oct-07-2024

    Dubai

  • Nov-04-2024

    Dubai

  • Dec-02-2024

    Dubai

  • Dec-23-2024

    Dubai

Dates in Other Venues

  • Apr-29-2024

    Paris

  • Apr-29-2024

    Barcelona

  • May-06-2024

    Barcelona

  • May-13-2024

    London

  • May-13-2024

    Amsterdam

  • May-20-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • May-20-2024

    Istanbul

  • May-27-2024

    Paris

  • May-27-2024

    Singapore

  • June-03-2024

    Barcelona

  • June-10-2024

    Amsterdam

  • June-10-2024

    London

  • June-17-2024

    Istanbul

  • June-17-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • June-24-2024

    Singapore

  • June-24-2024

    Paris

  • July-01-2024

    Barcelona

  • July-08-2024

    London

  • July-08-2024

    Amsterdam

  • July-15-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • July-15-2024

    Istanbul

  • July-22-2024

    Singapore

  • July-29-2024

    Barcelona

  • July-29-2024

    Paris

  • Aug-05-2024

    Barcelona

  • Aug-12-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Aug-12-2024

    London

  • Aug-19-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Aug-19-2024

    Istanbul

  • Aug-26-2024

    Paris

  • Aug-26-2024

    Singapore

  • Sep-02-2024

    Barcelona

  • Sep-09-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Sep-09-2024

    London

  • Sep-16-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Sep-16-2024

    Istanbul

  • Sep-23-2024

    Singapore

  • Sep-30-2024

    Barcelona

  • Sep-30-2024

    Paris

  • Oct-07-2024

    Barcelona

  • Oct-14-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Oct-14-2024

    London

  • Oct-21-2024

    Istanbul

  • Oct-21-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Oct-28-2024

    Singapore

  • Oct-28-2024

    Paris

  • Nov-04-2024

    Barcelona

  • Nov-11-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Nov-11-2024

    London

  • Nov-18-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Nov-18-2024

    Istanbul

  • Nov-25-2024

    Singapore

  • Nov-25-2024

    Paris

  • Dec-02-2024

    Barcelona

  • Dec-09-2024

    London

  • Dec-09-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Dec-16-2024

    Istanbul

  • Dec-16-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Dec-23-2024

    Singapore

  • Dec-30-2024

    Barcelona

  • Dec-30-2024

    Paris

  • Mar-24-2025

    Barcelona

Course Details

Course Outline

10 days course

 Introduction to Road Design and Engineering

  • Overview of Road Design and Engineering
  • History and Evolution of Road Engineering
  • Types of Roads and Classification
  • Introduction to Road Geometrics

Geometric Design of Roads

  • Horizontal Alignments
  • Vertical Alignments
  • Cross-sectional Elements
  • Sight Distances and Safety Considerations

Road Construction Materials

  • Subgrade and Embankment Materials
  • Pavement Materials: Bituminous, Concrete, etc.
  • Material Testing and Quality Control
  • Sustainable and Recycled Materials for Roads

Pavement Design

  • Pavement Types and Structures
  • Traffic Loading and Volume Considerations
  • Design of Flexible and Rigid Pavements
  • Pavement Thickness Design

Drainage Design for Roads

  • Importance of Drainage in Road Design
  • Surface and Subsurface Drainage Systems
  • Design of Culverts and Drainage Channels
  • Erosion Control and Stormwater Management

Road Safety and Traffic Engineering

  • Traffic Flow and Capacity
  • Road Signs and Markings
  • Intersection Design
  • Road Safety Audits

Sustainable Practices in Road Design

  • Environmental Considerations in Road Design
  • Green Roads and Sustainable Materials
  • Noise and Air Quality Management
  • Climate Change Resilience in Road Design

Road Design Software and Technology

  • Introduction to Road Design Software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, MXROAD, etc.)
  • 3D Modeling and BIM in Road Design
  • Use of GIS in Road Planning
  • Hands-on Practice Sessions

Legal, Regulatory, and Contractual Aspects

  • Standards and Specifications (AASHTO, IRC, etc.)
  • Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Road Construction
  • Tendering and Contracts in Road Projects
  • Ethics in Engineering and Anti-Corruption Practices

Road Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Course Conclusion

  • Road Performance Evaluation
  • Road Maintenance Strategies and Techniques
  • Road Rehabilitation and Reconstruction