Learning Outcomes:
On completion of the module, students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate an understanding of pavement design, pavement evaluation and maintenance techniques.
2. Select appropriate test methods for the evaluation of highway materials.
3. Analyse and assess test results/data, formulating recommendation.
4. Design bituminous mixtures given aggregate gradations.
5. Solve problems relating to pavement engineering and highway design.
Indicative Module Content:
Week 1
Introduction to module
Development of road network in Ireland & Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) roles and functions
Week 2
Specification, testing and control
Overview of bituminous mixtures
Bitument and bitumen testing
Week 3
Aggregates and aggregate testing
Bituminous mixes, including mix design, mix grading and volumetrics
Week 4
Bituminous mix testing
Group assignment details
Asphalt Manufacture & Laying, FPC and Type Testing
Week 5
Pavement Design
Group short report on mix research
Week 6
Pavement monitoring, management and evaluation
Groups short report on mix design approach
Week 7
Airfield pavements design practice & examples, rehabilitation
Week 8
Compaction
Asphalt healing and emerging technologies
Week 9
Geometric design
Case Study
Weeks 10 & 12
Review