Acquire in-depth knowledge in the design and layout of roads, understanding the importance of the different phases and stages for the realization of the same”

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.

In this program, the student will initially analyze how roads have evolved, with special attention to their materials, and how there are currently pre-project phases in the planning of a new infrastructure. 

In the following, the layout and earthworks will be discussed as a basis for the design and execution of works that do not include structures per se. 

The project ends with an extensive pavement execution program. The course will cover the sizing of pavements, the different types of pavements, and finally the laying of the pavement. Here, the student will find a new topic in this type of training related to the management of an asphalt plant.

As main tools, the topics that make up the module have updated technical information, real case studies and of great interest. Always without losing sight of the digital transformation that everyone is going through and in which the road world is no exception.

In addition, as it is a 100% online course, it provides the student with the ease of being able to take 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.

Be able to accurately understand the day-to-day operation of a bituminous mix manufacturing facility. From the dosing and quality marking of the different mixtures, to the study of manufacturing costs and their maintenance”

This postgraduate certificate in Pavement Layout, Grading and Execution 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

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”

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. 

The design of this Program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional will have to try to solve the different situations of Professional Practice, which will be posed throughout the Program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

A high-level program that will allow you to gain in-depth knowledge of everything related to Pavement Layout, Grading and Execution"

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

The postgraduate certificate in Pavement Layout, Grading and Execution is aimed at providing students with the in-depth skills necessary to undertake various functions related to the management and design of projects in the area of highways. 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

• Acquire in-depth knowledge in the design and layout of roads, understanding the importance of the different phases and stages for the realization of the same
• Acquire the necessary knowledge regarding the different operations related to earth moving. Developing the different existing types, with a practical approach, which allows to know their costs, performance, etc. depending on the different terrains and typology of the works to be executed
• Know, in detail, from a current and practical point of view, the constituent elements of bituminous pavements
• Develop, in a comprehensive manner, the different types of existing pavements, with special emphasis on which situations to use each one of them. All this from an objective vision based on experience, without forgetting to strengthen the knowledge from the point of view of the design of each of the different types of pavement
• Able to accurately understand the day-to-day operation of a bituminous mix manufacturing facility From the dosing and quality marking of the different mixtures, to the study of manufacturing costs and their maintenance
• Deepen in the day-to-day work of laying bituminous mixes, identifying the essential aspects and the most common difficulties in transport, paving and compacting operations

During the course, innovative contents will be addressed regarding Pavement Layout, Grading and Execution, which will provide the student with in-depth knowledge in this sector"