The Urban Railways course offers a dynamic exploration of the thriving sector of metropolitan railway systems. With cities expanding rapidly, the demand for efficient urban transport is at an all-time high, making expertise in this field highly sought after. This course equips you with critical insights into the design, construction and maintenance of railway infrastructure. You’ll gain essential knowledge on key aspects of metropolitan railway design and learn about the intricacies of track superstructure and fixed installations. As urban mobility becomes increasingly vital, our course positions you at the forefront of this transformative industry. Join us to acquire the skills necessary to navigate and excel in the burgeoning world of urban railways, enhancing your career prospects in a field where innovation and efficiency are paramount.
Urban railways
Civil Engineering and Structures
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the key aspects of designing an effective metropolitan railway.
- To analyse the design and construction of track superstructure and fixed installations.
- To identify key factors in the maintenance of a metropolitan railway system.
- To assess the maintenance processes for track superstructure and fixed installations.
- To explore innovative solutions to the challenges facing urban railways.
- To apply technical knowledge to improve railway operations and safety.
- To develop skills in planning sustainable urban railway systems.
Table of Contents
UNIT 1. KEY ASPECTS IN THE DESIGN OF A METROPOLITAN RAILWAY
Metropolitan railways
Infrastructure for metropolitan railways
Fixed installations. Energy subsystem
Fixed installations. Signalling, telecommunications and other subsystems
Rolling stock on metropolitan railways
UNIT 2. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF TRACK SUPERSTRUCTURE AND FIXED INSTALLATIONS
Individual studies of track geometry
Unique studies of transverse and vertical track mechanics
Ballasted track superstructure
Slab track superstructure
Superstructure in the switches and crossings area
UNIT 3. KEY ASPECTS OF METROPOLITAN RAILWAY MAINTENANCE
Differences in the maintenance of the metropolitan railway system
Maintenance of the metropolitan railway track
Maintenance of fixed installations. Energy and signalling
Maintenance of other facilities. Stations and main line
Maintenance machinery
UNIT 4. MAINTENANCE OF THE TRACK SUPERSTRUCTURE AND FIXED INSTALLATIONS
Maintenance work. Work involving service disruption
Maintenance work. Work carried out without any disruption to the service
Maintenance works. Renewal of the track system whilst lines remain in service
Causes of noise and possible solutions for its reduction
Railway regulations