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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements certification course offers a comprehensive study of stress analysis for bituminous pavements, suitable for graduate students in Transportation Engineering and practicing Highway Engineers. It covers essential topics such as pavement design, traffic characteristics, material properties, and practical applications of design guidelines and software tools.

Participants gain hands-on training on IRC37 guidelines and IITPAVE software, alongside discussions on the AASHTO method, distress analysis, and reliability considerations. The Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements certification by NPTEL equips students and professionals with the expertise needed to excel in bituminous pavement engineering.

The Highlights

Online Course
12 Weeks Duration
Offered by IIT Madras

Programme Offerings

Certificate of completion
Practical Learning
Hands-on Experience

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	IIT Madras

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualifications

The Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements certification course is intended for graduate students studying Transportation Engineering and for practicing Highway Engineers.

Certification Qualifying Details

To receive the Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements certification by NPTEL, you need a minimum average assignment score of 10/25 and an exam score of 30/75.

What you will learn

After completing the Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements certification syllabus, you will delve into the fundamentals of stress analysis procedures for bituminous pavements. You will also learn about crucial factors like rutting, fatigue damage, temperature cracking, moisture damage, and International Roughness Index (IRI).

Upon completion of the Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements training, you will gain insights into traffic characteristics, understanding traffic volume, growth rate, axle configuration, and equivalent wheel load factors, all of which significantly impact pavement design.

Who it is for

Civil EngineerHighway EngineerTransportation Engineer

The Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements online course is suitable for individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in bituminous pavement design and analysis. This course is particularly beneficial for:

Admission Details

Follow these steps to join the Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements classes:

Step 1: Browse the URL below:

https://swayam.gov.in/NPTEL

Step 2: Click on the “Sign-in/ Register” button

Step 3: Log in using a Google account-enabled email address

Step 4: Select your preferred course. Review the course details and fill out the required fields

Step 5: Click on the "Join" button

The Syllabus

Overview of pavement design/distress
Pavement cross-sections with different combinations of layers and their functions
Pavement distress considered for design
Rutting/Fatigue damage/Temperature cracking/Moisture damage/IRI

Single-layer stress-strain analysis
Introducing three-dimensional stress functions, Layered structure analysis
Boussinesq equation and numerical to determine stresses and strain at different locations of the layer

Two-layered and multi-layered structural analysis and determination of stresses and strain for a different combination of layers with numerical examples

Traffic characteristics – Traffic volume, growth rate, lane distribution factor, modal distribution, Axle configuration, Equivalent single wheel load for different criteria and Equivalent wheel load factor, Axle load survey, distribution, Truck factors, ESAL and computation of the number of repetitions with numerical examples

Traffic characteristics
Traffic volume, growth rate, lane distribution factor, modal distribution, Axle configuration, Equivalent single wheel load for different criteria and Equivalent wheel load factor, Axle load survey, distribution, Truck factors, ESAL and computation of the number of repetitions with numerical examples

Material and climate – Soil characteristics, granular material characteristics, and bituminous material characteristics

Material and climate
Climate variation, estimation and prediction model, Influence of climate in material characteristic functions.

AASHTO method of pavement design
1993 and Reliability of pavement design

Distress transfer functions and damage accumulation

IRC37 guidelines for flexible pavement design and IITPAVE software

Design examples based on the IRC37 method of pavement design

Kenlayer software for the stress, strain analysis
Demo and Projects

Evaluation process

The Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements certification offers an optional exam. Your final score is determined by averaging the best 8 out of 12 assignments (25%) and your proctored exam score (75%).

Instructors

IIT Madras Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Do I need to have prior experience in civil engineering to enrol in the Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements online course?

No, this course is designed to be self-contained and suitable for both graduate students in Transportation Engineering and practicing Highway Engineers. Familiarity with bituminous pavement construction is beneficial.

2: What software tools will I be using during the Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements training, and do I need to purchase them separately?

You will be using IRC37 guidelines and IITPAVE software for hands-on training, which will be provided as part of the course materials. There is no need to purchase them separately.

3: Will the Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements online course cover both theoretical concepts and practical applications?

Yes, this course offers a balance of theoretical understanding and practical skills development. You will learn fundamental concepts of bituminous pavement design and analysis.

4: How will the Analysis and Design of Bituminous Pavements certification benefit my career as a transportation engineer?

This course equips you with essential skills and knowledge in stress analysis procedures for bituminous pavements, making you proficient in pavement design and analysis.

5: Is there any certification or accreditation associated with completing this course?

You will receive a certificate of completion upon finishing the course. This certificate can be a valuable addition to your resume and professional portfolio.