The course Practical aspects of high-speed rail lines. Details and real-life examples It’s a unique opportunity to delve into the exciting and growing rail sector, where the demand for skilled professionals continues to grow. Taking a comprehensive approach, this course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of track geometry and mechanics transverse and vertical, and high-speed galives, covering studies and practical case studies that reflect the reality of the sector. Furthermore, you will gain knowledge of the essential machinery for the maintenance and the commissioning of these lines, ensuring safety through independent assessments. You will understand the railway regulations, the regulatory committees and their hierarchy, as well as the necessary procedures and authorisations. Upon completing this course, you will be prepared to tackle the challenges in a field synonymous with innovation and progress, enabling you to become a highly valued and competent professional in the field of high speed.
Practical Aspects of High-Speed Rail Lines: Details and Real-Life Examples
Civil Engineering and Structures
50 hours
Introduction
Objectives
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Understanding the geometry track and its impact on transverse and vertical mechanics.
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Identify the gauges required for high-speed lines and their application.
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Assess procedures for safety in the commissioning of railway lines.
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Selecting the right machinery for the effective maintenance high-speed rail lines.
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Apply railway regulations in the context of standards committees and the hierarchy of standards.
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Interpreting studies on real-life cases relating to high-speed rail.
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Developing management skills authorisations and procedures regulatory.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. SPECIFIC STUDIES IN TRACK GEOMETRY. TRANSVERSAL AND VERTICAL TRACK MECHANICS.
Introduction
Track geometry
Vertical and transverse track mechanics
TEACHING UNIT 2. RAILWAY GAUGES. STUDIES AND CASE STUDIES
Introduction
Concept and types
Regulatory framework
Calculation of clearance dimensions
Track centre distance
Example of use
References
TEACHING UNIT 3. COMMISSIONING. INDEPENDENT SAFETY ASSESSMENTS
Introduction
Process for commissioning railway lines
Safety assessments prior to commissioning
Independent safety assessment
References
TEACHING UNIT 4. HIGH-SPEED MAINTENANCE VEHICLES
Introduction
Machinery for maintaining the geometric quality of the track
Road condition inspection vehicles
The future of track maintenance machinery
References
TEACHING UNIT 5. RAILWAY REGULATIONS. REGULATORY COMMITTEES AND HIERARCHY OF REGULATIONS. PROCEDURES AND AUTHORISATIONS
Introduction
Regulations in Europe
Regulatory design
Hierarchy of rules
Regulatory analysis
Working methodology for drafting standards
Example of Spanish legislation
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