Discover the world of High-Speed Railways, where innovation meets opportunity in one of the most dynamic sectors today. With an increasing demand for efficient, sustainable transportation, the high-speed railway industry is rapidly expanding, offering a multitude of career opportunities for skilled professionals. Our course provides an in-depth exploration of high-speed infrastructures, superstructures, electrification, signalling, and maintenance, equipping you with the skills needed to excel in this burgeoning field. Engage with cutting-edge developments in earthworks, tunnels, and track materials, and delve into the intricacies of high-speed electrification and signalling systems like ERTMS. As you master these essential areas, you’ll be poised to contribute to the future of transportation. Embrace the chance to become a leader in high-speed railways and join a community of forward-thinking individuals ready to shape tomorrow’s travel solutions.
High-Speed Railways
The High-Speed Railways course is designed for professionals and graduates in the railway sector seeking to enhance or update their expertise. It covers essential aspects of high-speed infrastructures, superstructures, electrification, signalling, and maintenance. This course is ideal for those interested in the latest developments and innovations in high-speed rail technology.
40 hours
Civil Engineering and Structures
Course objectives
The objectives of this module are to introduce us to the essential aspects for successfully tackling and guaranteeing the design, project and construction of the different parts that make up a high-speed line. Likewise, we will learn about both the material means and the human resources necessary to deal with the maintenance of the different railway subsystems: infrastructure and track, energy, signalling and telecommunications.
What does it prepare you for?
This course equips you with the skills to design and construct high-speed railway lines, covering essential aspects such as earthworks, tunnels, and superstructures. You will gain insights into high-speed electrification, including overhead contact lines and substations, and delve into advanced signalling systems like ERTMS. Furthermore, you will learn to maintain high-speed infrastructures, ensuring their optimal performance and longevity compared to conventional lines.
Teaching units
UNIT 1. HIGH-SPEED INFRASTRUCTURES
Earthworks
Ploughter
High-speed structures
Tunnels and complementary works
High speed developments and news
UNIT 2. SUPERSTRUCTURES FOR HIGH SPEED
High speed ballasted track
High-speed ballastless track
Track materials: ballast and rails
Track materials: ties and fastening systems
Track equipment and railway installations
UNIT 3. ELECTRIFICATION AND SIGNALING FOR HIGH-SPEED RAILWAYS
High-speed electrification and overhead contact lines
Characteristics of the overhead contact line and specific equipment
Substations
High speed signaling
ERTMS
UNIT 4. HIGH SPEED MAINTENANCE
Comparison in maintenance of high speed vs conventional lines
Maintenance of infrastructure at HIGH SPEED
High-speed superstructure maintenance
Maintenance of high speed electrification
Maintenance of high speed signaling