Fundamentals of Road Construction (Online)

This Workshop by live webinar is presented in two half day packages of two sessions each and provides information on the necessary planning and management of Road Construction, together with an overview of the resources and the necessary elements required in planning and managing investigation works prior to commencement of major site works in road construction.

Description

Delivered via Zoom 

The Course provides an understanding of the operations involved in the loosening, removing and depositing of earth, soil and rock and information on the construction of earthworks and the preparation of pavement foundations subsequent to the construction of a pavement structure. The aspect of Roadsides is also covered as they provide an important range of functions, including: access for the construction and maintenance of the road, control of surface water drainage, the provision of underground drainage, the provision of safety barriers, signs and lighting for the safe operation of the road. 

Sessions and Topics

Please Note: Times shown are based on Melbourne/Sydney times.

Part A - Day 1 

Session 1 -  11.00am - 12.45pm
Session 2 - 1.15pm - 3.00pm

  • Introduction to Road Construction
  • Activities prior to Construction
  • Formation Preparation & Earthworks

Part B - Day 2

Session 3 -  11.00am - 12.45pm
Session 4 - 1.15pm - 3.30pm

  • Drainage Materials
  • Pavement Materials
  • Constructing the Pavement
  • Roadsides

Primary Presenter

Paul Robinson, Highway Maintenance Specialist       

Paul has a Master’s Degree in International Highway Engineering and an international career in road pavements technology, maintenance management, highway network planning, design, sealed and unsealed pavements and road construction, maintenance and training.  As a Principal Research and Consulting Engineer with ARRB, he undertook research, developed Austroads guidelines and presented training in Unsealed Roads Maintenance, Pavement Rehabilitation, Pavement Condition Management, Road Maintenance Management and Project Delivery. He was a contributory author to the ARRB Sealed and Unsealed Roads Manuals.  He also has international experience in road engineering and network maintenance management, notably in developing countries of the Asia Pacific region.

Who should attend?

  • State road agency and local government engineers and managers with responsibilities in the provision, approval, design, construction or maintenance of roads & pavements. This also includes project managers and senior supervisors.
  • Consulting engineers with involvement in road and/or pavement projects.
  • Road & Pavement construction contractors, engineers, project managers and supervisors.
  • Local Government engineers, project managers and senior supervisors.
  • Technical operatives and Engineering graduates and “cadets” looking for specialist knowledge for career development.

Due to its practical nature, numbers are limited for this course so it is advisable that you register quickly to avoid missing out on its unique and targeted content.

Bonus Inclusion

  • Free access to webinar recording for 2 weeks post course.
  • PDF of course material.

Payment Terms & Cancellation Policy

Payment by Mastercard/visa or bank transfer is required prior to the event. If a Purchase Order is provided, payment may be soon after the event, if agreed by CPEE.

  • Cancellations made 10 working days or more prior to the events start date:   Full refund.
  • Cancellations within 9-5 working days of the event start date:   50% refund.
  • Cancellations less than 5 working days of the events start date or after the event has started:   No refund.

If you are unable to attend this event a substitute attendee may take your place, without penalty. CPEE reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any course, whereby a full refund or course transfer will be provided.

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