Further study of the changes that new technologies will force on the infrastructure or the vehicle”

Highways are an indispensable part of the transportation network, both for people and goods. These transportation routes have been indispensable since the origins of civilization, since they encourage the progress of peoples. The global pandemic caused by COVID19 has once again highlighted the importance of roads as a means of communication for supplying the population.

The Postgraduate diploma in Road Technology has been designed to enable students to address any scenario of their future work in the field of roads. The student will be able to delve into the state-of-the-art of topics such as the connected vehicle, or the autonomous vehicle and how both are going to require changes in the competencies of the road professional. In the same way, some of the main projects under the general umbrella known as "Smart Roads" will be discussed in detail. Finally, there is a unit that breaks down technologies that are already beginning to be used in other sectors but will necessarily have a specific application on the roads of the future.

As main tools, the topics that make up each module have updated technical information, real case studies and of great interest. Always without losing sight of the digital transformation we are all undergoing and in which the world of roads is no exception. 

In addition, as it is a 100% online Postgraduate diploma, it provides the student with the ease of being able to study it comfortably, wherever and whenever they want. All you need is a device with internet access to take your career one step further. A modality in accordance with the current times with all the guarantees to position the professional in a highly demanded area such as road construction. 

You will learn how to approach BIM implementation in projects as well as in pre-existing infrastructures"

This Postgraduate diploma in Road Technology will make contains the most complete and up-to-date syllabus on the market. The most important features of the program include:

• Case studies presented by experts in Highway Engineering
• A deeper understanding of the management of resources for highway projects
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will be able to make a comprehensive analysis of the most current trends in society, environment and technology: connected vehicle, autonomous vehicle and Smart Roads" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive training program designed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

As it is an online program, you can study wherever and whenever you want. You will only need an electronic device with internet access"

A high-level program that will allow you to gain in-depth knowledge of everything related to Road Technology"

The structure of the contents of this program has been designed by a team of professionals in the field of highway engineering, who have poured into this Postgraduate diploma the experience of their years of work. So, from 4 modules that have valuable, unique and innovative information on the design and construction of roads, the student will be able to acquire knowledge, tools and skills to practice in a booming sector with total success.

TECH puts the most comprehensive collection of content on the market at your fingertips. You only have to bring your enthusiasm to study”

Module 1. Electromechanical Installations 

1.1. Roadside Facilities

1.1.1. Fundamental Concepts
1.1.2. Open Air
1.1.3. In Tunnel
1.1.4. Predictive Maintenance

1.2. Open-air Lighting

1.2.1. Installation
1.2.2. Preventative Maintenance
1.2.3. Corrective Maintenance

1.3. Tunnel Lighting

1.3.1. Installation
1.3.2. Preventative Maintenance
1.3.3. Corrective Maintenance

1.4. Power Supply

1.4.1. Installation
1.4.2. Preventative Maintenance
1.4.3. Corrective Maintenance

1.5. Generator Sets and UPS

1.5.1. Installation
1.5.2. Preventative Maintenance
1.5.3. Corrective Maintenance

1.6. Ventilation

1.6.1. Installation
1.6.2. Preventative Maintenance
1.6.3. Corrective Maintenance

1.7. Pumping Stations

1.7.1. Installation
1.7.2. Preventative Maintenance
1.7.3. Corrective Maintenance

1.8. PCI Systems

1.8.1. Installation
1.8.2. Preventative Maintenance
1.8.3. Corrective Maintenance

1.9. Particulate and Gas Filtering Stations

1.9.1. Installation
1.9.2. Preventative Maintenance
1.9.3. Corrective Maintenance

Module 2. Traffic installations 

2.1. The Fourth Technician

2.1.1. Description
2.1.2. Documentation
2.1.3. Maintenance

2.2. CCT Equipment

2.2.1. Control Software
2.2.2. Application Integration
2.2.3. Decision Support System

2.3. ERU/PLC

2.3.1. Installation
2.3.2. Preventative Maintenance
2.3.3. Corrective Maintenance

2.4. CCTV/DAI

2.4.1. Installation
2.4.2. Preventative Maintenance
2.4.3. Corrective Maintenance

2.5. SOS and Radio Communication Poles

2.5.1. Installation
2.5.2. Preventative Maintenance
2.5.3. Corrective Maintenance

2.6. Variable Signage

2.6.1. Installation
2.6.2. Preventative Maintenance
2.6.3. Corrective Maintenance

2.7. Access Equipment

2.7.1. Installation
2.7.2. Preventative Maintenance
2.7.3. Corrective Maintenance

2.8. Detection of Atmospheric Conditions

2.8.1. Installation
2.8.2. Preventative Maintenance
2.8.3. Corrective Maintenance

2.9. Traffic Stations

2.9.1. Installation
2.9.2. Preventative Maintenance
2.9.3. Corrective Maintenance

2.10. Other Facilities

2.10.1. Public Address
2.10.2. Thermal Cameras
2.10.3. Fire Detection

Module 3. BIM in highways 

3.1. Origins of Information

3.1.1. Project Documentation
3.1.2. Network Inventory
3.1.3. CMMS
3.1.4. ITS

3.2. BIM at the conceptual level

3.2.1. Applicable Regulations
3.2.2. Description of BIM Methodology
3.2.3. BIM Advantages

3.3. Implementation of the BIM Methodology in an In-Service Infrastructure

3.3.1. Coding Assets
3.3.2. Documentation Coding
3.3.3. Attribute Dictionary
3.3.4. IFCs

3.4. The BIM Model in Maintenance and Operation

3.4.1. Integration of the Different Platforms
3.4.2. The Importance of Document Management
3.4.3. Knowledge of the State of the Infrastructure

3.5. BIM Experiences in other Infrastructures

3.5.1. BIM in Railroads
3.5.2. BIM in Building
3.5.3. BIM in Industry

3.6. Software BIM

3.6.1. Plan
3.6.2. Open BIM
3.6.3. Modeling

3.7. BIM Management

3.7.1. ISO 19650
3.7.2. BIM manager
3.7.3. The Role of the BIM

3.8. Digital Twin

3.8.1. Description
3.8.2. Operation
3.8.3. Advantages

3.9. Other Skills to be Developed by the Roadside Professional

3.9.1. Databases
3.9.2. Python Programming
3.9.3. Big Data

3.10. New Technologies

3.10.1. 3D Printing
3.10.2. Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality
3.10.3. Point Cloud

Module 4. The highway of the future

4.1. Social Equity

4.1.1. Equality Policies
4.1.2. Transparency
4.1.3. Remote work Possibilities

4.2. Environment

4.2.1. Circular Economy
4.2.2. Energy Autonomy of the Road
4.2.3. Energy Use of the Subsoil
4.2.4. New Projects under Development

4.3. Present Continuous

4.3.1. RSC
4.3.2. Administration Liability
4.3.3. The Road in Pandemic

4.4. From Passive to Active Information

4.4.1. The Hyperconnected User
4.4.2. Cross Information with Other Modes of Transportation
4.4.3. RRSS

4.5. Operation

4.5.1. Variable Speed Management
4.5.2. Pay-Per-Use
4.5.3. Dynamic Electric Recharging

4.6. 5G Networks

4.6.1. Network Description
4.6.2. Network Deployment
4.6.3. Utilities

4.7. The Connected Vehicle

4.7.1. Road - Vehicle
4.7.2. Vehicle - Road
4.7.3. Vehicle - Vehicle

4.8. Autonomous Vehicle

4.8.1. Fundamental Principles
4.8.2. How Does It Affect the Road?
4.8.3. Services Required

4.9. Smart Roads

4.9.1. Solar Roads
4.9.2. Roads that Decarbonize
4.9.3. Road and Solar Energy
4.9.4. Asphalt of the Future

4.10. Applications at your Fingertips

4.10.1. Artificial Intelligence: Image Recognition
4.10.2. Drones on the Road: From Surveillance to Inspection
4.10.3. Robotics in the Service of Occupational Safety

This TECH Postgraduate diploma in Road Technology will make you stand out professionally, propelling your career path towards industry excellence"