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COMPREHENSIVE ROAD DESIGN AND ENGINEERING - 10 DAYS

Course Code
CC09
Category
CONSTRUCTIONS AND ENGINEERING
Course ID
2346
Course Outline

Course Overview

DIXONTECH presents this advanced Comprehensive Road Design and Engineering program designed for civil engineers, infrastructure planners, and project managers involved in road network design and development. The course provides in-depth knowledge of geometric design, pavement engineering, drainage, highway materials, surveying, and environmental impact, in line with AASHTO, Eurocodes, and FHWA standards. Participants will apply design software and simulation tools to real-world road projects from concept to construction.

TRAINING TOPICS

  • Geometric and Structural Road Design Principles
  • Pavement Materials, Layers, and Construction Techniques
  • Highway Drainage and Hydrological Design
  • Road Safety, Signage, and Traffic Management
  • Sustainable Design, Cost Estimation, and Maintenance Planning

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING COURSE, DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO

  • Apply international standards for road design and construction
  • Design and analyze road geometry, pavements, and drainage
  • Use engineering software for design and simulation
  • Develop cost-effective and sustainable road projects
  • Evaluate materials and safety measures accurately
  • Manage road construction documentation and approvals
  • Supervise and review road design implementation

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

  • Civil and structural engineers
  • Highway and road design engineers
  • Infrastructure and transportation planners
  • Construction project managers
  • Surveying and geotechnical specialists
  • Quality and maintenance engineers
  • Consultants in road development projects
  • Public works and municipal engineers

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

This program combines interactive lectures, engineering design workshops, simulation exercises, and real case studies. Participants will use modern tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, and PAVER to perform road design, drainage analysis, and pavement evaluation while learning from real-world infrastructure projects.

DAY 1

INTRODUCTION TO ROAD DESIGN PRINCIPLES

  • Overview of road design process and lifecycle
  • Classification of roads and design standards
  • Introduction to AASHTO and Eurocode frameworks
  • Key design parameters speed, gradient, and curvature
  • Road alignment and layout considerations

DAY 2

GEOMETRIC DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS

  • Horizontal and vertical alignment design
  • Sight distance and visibility analysis
  • Superelevation, cross slopes, and transitions
  • Intersections and roundabout design principles
  • Road widening and safety zone design

DAY 3

ROAD SURVEYING AND DATA COLLECTION

  • Field data collection methods and standards
  • GPS, LiDAR, and total station applications
  • Topographic mapping and digital terrain models
  • Setting out road alignment and control points
  • Using AutoCAD Civil 3D for survey integration

DAY 4

PAVEMENT MATERIALS AND STRUCTURAL DESIGN

  • Pavement types flexible, rigid, and composite
  • Soil investigation and subgrade evaluation
  • Pavement layer design using AASHTO methods
  • Material selection and compaction control
  • Laboratory testing for pavement materials

DAY 5

DRAINAGE AND HYDROLOGICAL DESIGN

  • Surface and subsurface drainage principles
  • Hydraulic modeling and flow estimation
  • Design of culverts, side drains, and channels
  • Flood protection and slope stabilization
  • HEC-RAS and StormCAD software applications

DAY 6

ROAD SAFETY AND TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

  • Traffic flow analysis and design volumes
  • Design of signage, markings, and intersections
  • Road safety audit process and implementation
  • Pedestrian and cyclist safety design elements
  • Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) basics

DAY 7

HIGHWAY STRUCTURES AND BRIDGE INTEGRATION

  • Design of retaining walls and minor structures
  • Load considerations and bridge approaches
  • Expansion joints and drainage structures
  • Integration of bridges with road geometry
  • Maintenance planning for structures

DAY 8

SUSTAINABLE AND GREEN ROAD DESIGN

  • Environmental impact assessment (EIA) process
  • Noise, air quality, and waste management control
  • Energy-efficient road design practices
  • Sustainable materials and recycling in pavements
  • Climate resilience in highway projects

DAY 9

PROJECT COSTING, PROCUREMENT, AND MANAGEMENT

  • Cost estimation and budgeting of road projects
  • Bill of quantities (BOQ) and tender documentation
  • Construction scheduling and progress tracking
  • Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
  • Managing multi-contractor road projects

DAY 10

PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION

  • Pavement condition surveys and performance rating
  • Crack sealing, overlay, and reconstruction methods
  • Maintenance prioritization and asset management systems
  • Pavement Management System (PMS) implementation
  • Case studies and final project design presentation

 

 

Course Schedule

Discounts and Registration

Group & Corporate Discounts:
Available for companies enrolling multiple participants to help maximize ROI.
Individual Discounts:
Offered to self-sponsored participants who pay in full and upfront.
Registration Process:
Corporate nominations must go through the client’s HR or Training department.
Self-nominations must be prepaid via the “payment by self” option.
Confirmation:
All registrations are subject to DIXONTECH’s approval and seat availability.
Refunds:
Provided in case of course cancellation or no seat availability.
Tax Responsibility:
Clients are responsible for any local taxes in their country.