CE 555 Introductory Railroad Engineering

This course will discuss both technical and practical aspects of the design of railroad track. Topics include the individual track components, differing track types, and the understanding of uses and behavior of the entire track structure. Further topics include horizontal and vertical geometry, including turnouts. This course will have a practical emphasis, with reference to current design standards and case studies.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Graduate Student or At Least Junior

Distribution

Civil Engineering Program

Offered

Summer Session 1