Roads & Highways

The Online Asphalt Training Course, led by Tutor Jeff Farrington, covers various aspects of asphalt technology and road maintenance. The course aims to educate participants on why asphalt roads fail, basic technology, surface treatments, and more. Part A focuses on topics like warm asphalts, surface courses, and overlaying concrete, while Part B delves into dealing with tar, recycled asphalt, and the use of asphalt in SUDS. The course is delivered online over two mornings, with additional support via email.

The Online Asphalt Training course is designed for individuals working in civil engineering or building sites, focusing on those with little to no experience in asphalt work. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of asphalt use, selection, problem identification, and resolution on-site. The course covers various aspects such as asphalt technology, production, quality control, site preparation, paving, compaction, and testing. Upon completion, delegates will be equipped to ensure durable and high-quality asphalt works. The course includes a free one-year email service for asphalt queries.

The Pavement Design Training course provides an essential introduction to the Design Manual for Roads & Bridges (DMRB) standards in the UK. It focuses on the latest revisions of key standards, covering traffic assessment, pavement foundations, construction, and surface materials. The course aims to equip civil, highway, pavement, and transportation engineers with the knowledge and confidence to undertake pavement designs effectively. Led by an expert in asphalt and pavement engineering, the one-day training session covers principles of pavement design, asphalt technology, traffic loading assessment, foundation design, and material selection for highway pavements.

Introduction to Highway Design Using the DMRB Training is a two-day course providing an overview of the Design Manual for Roads & Bridges (DMRB) for individuals unfamiliar with its contents. The course covers key standards such as highway link design, geometric layouts, traffic assessment, and pavement construction. Delegates will gain a thorough understanding of DMRB essentials, making it essential for those involved in highway design and maintenance. The program includes tutorials and guidance from tutors to enhance learning.

This two-day course focuses on providing current practices for designing, constructing, and maintaining highway drainage systems. It covers legislation, design standards, materials, and innovative solutions to achieve effective and sustainable drainage systems. Emphasis is placed on environmental aspects, Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS), and flood risk mitigation. The course targets individuals involved in road design, construction, and maintenance management. Topics include surface water drainage, flood risk management, subsoil drainage, and maintenance of drainage systems. Expert presenters with extensive experience in the highways industry lead the course.