Advanced Road Engineering

This course is structured in two parts to cover the most important aspects of road pavements.

Part 1 is mainly concerned with the fundamental properties of road construction materials and pavement design. Among the others, the topics include advanced material characterization, material recycling, deterioration mechanisms and mechanistic design.

Part 2 is mainly concerned with pavement management and rehabilitation. Among the others, the topics include network and project level management, non-destructive testing for condition measurements, life cycle cost considerations as well as maintenance and rehabilitation strategies.

Language of instruction: English

Upon successful completion of the course, the student should display the following:

Knowledge:

The student has:

• knowledge of the main properties of road construction components
• deep understanding of life cycle assessment and life cycle cost of roads
• in-depth knowledge about the principles of construction, maintenance and rehabilitation of road pavements

Skills:

The student is capable of :

• applying theoretical and practical knowledge in pavement design
• applying management techniques to improve the life cycle and reduce costs
• understanding the road construction materials and how they are affected by the environment
• assessing key performance indicators for various pavements to determine maintenance and rehabilitation options

General competence:

The student is able to:

• perform sustainable material choices for the different pavement layers
• critically evaluate the road performance specifications and transport asset management
• apply advanced concepts and theories to evaluate pavement design options and management

Lectures and assignments.

The following coursework requirements must be approved in order for the student to take the exam:

• Part 1: At least 1 of 2 individual assignments approved and/or participate in 1 of 2 excursions.
• Part 2: At least 1 of 2 individual assignments approved.

Students who fail to meet the coursework requirements can be given up to one re-submission opportunity before the exam

Individual written examination under supervision of 3 hours. The exam has two parts corresponding to part 1 and part 2 in the coursework.

Examination results can be appealed.

In the event of a postponed exam, an oral exam can be used instead. Examination results cannot then be appealed.

A calculator that cannot be used to communicate with others and Excel will be available during the exam.

Graded scale A-F

One internal examiner. External examiners are used on a regular basis.

Berthe Dongmo-Engeland