The Design and Construction of Signalling and Telecommunications Subsystems This course is your gateway to mastering the essential skills required in a booming industry. With the rapid evolution of transport networks, the demand for experts in signalling systems and telecommunications is soaring. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of signalling systems and components, exploring the intricacies of ATP systems and the vital role of telecommunications. You will gain a deep understanding of transmission medium, telecommunications networks, and the key elements of network management, monitoring systems, and technical rooms. By enrolling, you place yourself at the forefront of technological innovation, ready to meet industry demands and seize lucrative career opportunities. This course empowers you to become a sought-after professional, equipped with the knowledge and skills to shape the future of transport infrastructure.
Design and construction of signalling and telecommunications subsystems
Civil Engineering and Structures
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To gain a comprehensive understanding of signalling systems and their components.
- To evaluate the main ATP systems and their applications.
- To analyse transmission media in telecommunications subsystems.
- To manage telecommunications networks effectively.
- To supervise telecommunications services and technical rooms efficiently.
- To apply knowledge of network management systems in a practical way.
- To integrate telecommunications and signalling to improve safety.
Table of Contents
UNIT 1. SIGNALLING SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS
1. General considerations
2. Block assembly diagram
3. Train position detection systems
4. Signalling systems associated with points and light signalling systems
5. Level crossing protection
UNIT 2. MAIN ATP SYSTEMS
1. General considerations
2. ASFA
3. The LZB system
4. ERTMS
5. The CBTC signalling system on metropolitan railways
UNIT 3. TELECOMMUNICATIONS SUBSYSTEM. TRANSMISSION MEDIA AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS
1. Transmission via metallic cables
2. Transmission via fibre-optic and radio links
3. Transport network
4. PDH access network
5. Voice network and data network
UNIT 4. TELECOMMUNICATIONS SUBSYSTEM. NETWORK MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION SYSTEMS, TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES AND TECHNICAL ROOMS
1. Network management and monitoring systems
2. Voice and data services
3. Mobile services (I). Train-ground system
4. Mobile services (II). GSM-R system
5. Telecommunications rooms in buildings