Subject description

This subject addresses the mechanics, analytical approaches, and design principles associated with road and infrastructure. The subject covers traffic loadings, rigid and flexible pavements, and trends in road and rail transport technologies. Topics are addressed with a particular focus on environmental, economic and social sustainability in design and selection of … For more content click the Read More button below.

Equivalence

CIVL489 - Sustainable Roads & Railway Engineering

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

Delivery

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Teaching staff

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Engagement hours

Contact Hours:2 hr lecture and 2 hr tutorial per week

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Undertake structural design of roads and transport systems, taking into account sustainable usage of materials.
2.
Predict trends in road and traffic loading.
3.
Conduct economic, social and environmental cost analysis of alternative designs.
4.
Observe and interpret trends in transport technologies.

Assessment details

Projects
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End-of-session exam

Work integrated learning

Foundational WIL:This subject contains elements of "Foundational WIL". Students in this subject will observe, explore or reflect on possible career pathways or a work-related aspect of their discipline.

Textbook information

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