This course is ideal for:

• Civil engineers and technicians involved in road design and construction.
• Urban planners and infrastructure development professionals.
• Government officials involved in infrastructure planning and development.
• Students studying civil engineering or related fields.
• Professionals considering transitioning into the field of road design and engineering.

Unit - 1

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

Unit - 2

Geometric Design of Roads

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

Unit – 3

Road Construction Materials

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

Unit – 4

Pavement Design

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

Unit – 5

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

Unit – 6

Road Safety and Traffic Engineering

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

Unit – 7

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

Unit – 8

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

Unit – 9

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

Unit – 10

Road Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Course Conclusion

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

RECTUS attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration