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 postgraduate diploma in Road Technology is designed for students to acquire the in-depth skills necessary to undertake various functions oriented to the management and design of projects in the area of roads. To this end, we offer a comprehensive syllabus with quality content and highly qualified management that will seek to help the professional achieve all their objectives, therefore, improving not only their qualifications, but also their rank in the sector.

An intensive and highly effective program that will allow professionals to make a qualitative leap in their professional practice in the sector"

General Objectives

• Master the different life phases of a highway, and the associated contracts and administrative procedures, both at national and international level 
• Develop detailed knowledge of how a company is managed and the most important management systems
• Analyze the different phases in the construction of a highway and the different types of bituminous mixes
• Detailed knowledge of the factors that affect the safety and comfort of the road, the parameters that measure it and the possible actions for its correction
• Gain an in-depth understanding of the different tunnel construction methods, the most frequent pathologies, and how to establish a maintenance plan
• Analyze the singularities of each type of structure, and how to optimize its inspection and maintenance
• Gain in-depth knowledge of the different electromechanical and traffic installations in tunnels, their function, operation and the importance of preventive and corrective maintenance
• Analyze the assets that comprise a road, what factors should be taken into account in inspections, and what are the actions associated with each one of them 
• Accurately understand the life cycle of the road and associated assets
• In-depth breakdown of the factors that affect occupational risk prevention 
• Know the fundamental aspects of the operation of a road in detail: applicable regulations, processing of files or authorizations
• Understand how a predictive traffic model is performed and its applications
• Mastering the fundamental factors that affect Road Safety
• Understand precisely how winter maintenance is organized and managed
• Analyze the operation of a Tunnel Control Center and how the different incidents are managed
• Know in detail the structure of the Operation Manual and the actors involved in tunnel operation
• Break down the conditions for defining the minimum conditions under which a tunnel can be operated, and how to establish the associated methodology for fault resolution. 
• In-depth understanding of BIM methodology and how to apply it to each phase: design, construction and maintenance and operation
• Make a comprehensive analysis of the most current trends in terms of society, environment and technology: connected vehicle, autonomous vehicle, Smart Roads
• Have a firm grasp on the possibilities that some technologies are offering. In this way, combined with the student's experience, it can be the perfect alliance when designing the actual application or improving existing processes

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Electromechanical Installations

• Analyze the differences between opencast and tunnel lighting systems
• In-depth breakdown of the operation and function of the various installations involved in tunnel operation: power supply, ventilation, pumping stations, PCI systems
• Perform effective maintenance of the facilities based on a combination of corrective and preventive maintenance, with emphasis on predictive maintenance

Module 2. Traffic installations

• Establish the various systems for detecting incidents in tunnels
• Know precisely which systems are involved in incident signaling, as well as the systems used to communicate with the user in the event of an incident
• Know in detail how the communication between the Control Center and the field equipment is structured and the elements involved
• Perform effective maintenance of traffic facilities based on a combination of corrective and preventive maintenance, with emphasis on predictive maintenance

Module 3. BIM in highways

• Gain insight into the BIM concept and distinguish it from simply deciding which commercial software to use
• Delve into the different levels of implementation
• Be prepared to address BIM implementation in both projects and pre-existing infrastructure
• Analyze the technologies that complement the BIM philosophy

Module 4. The highway of the future

• Understand precisely how social equity measures enhance competitiveness
• Prepare for the change in direction that the roadside professional faces in the immediate future
• Further study of the changes that new technologies will force on the infrastructure or the vehicle
• Discover how to lead environmentally responsible policies through detailed knowledge of new trends

During the postgraduate diploma, innovative contents about Road Technology will be addressed, which will provide the student with in-depth knowledge of this sector"