Pavement Design and Maintenance

Learn the fundamental principles and advanced techniques of pavement engineering through this comprehensive 8-week course covering design methodologies, construction practices, and maintenance strategies for both flexible and rigid pavements. Master the analysis of traffic loads, soil properties, and environmental factors that influence pavement performance while exploring material selection criteria including asphalt, concrete, and aggregate specifications. Develop skills in structural design calculations using empirical and mechanistic-empirical methods, and understand layer thickness determination for optimal pavement performance. Examine construction quality control procedures, compaction techniques, and best practices for ensuring long-lasting pavement structures. Investigate maintenance and rehabilitation strategies including preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, and reconstruction decision-making processes. Study pavement evaluation methods using both destructive and non-destructive testing techniques to assess structural integrity and remaining service life. Explore sustainable pavement technologies, recycling methods, and life-cycle cost analysis for economical and environmentally responsible pavement solutions. Gain practical knowledge applicable to highway engineering, airport runway design, and urban road infrastructure projects.