course | Highway Design and Planning
Highway Design and Planning course designed for professionals in Abu Dhabi. Learn, apply, and get certified in highway design planning.
CEC-788 | Highway Design and Planning
Course Sector : Civil Engineering
| Duration | Date from | Date to | Course Venue | Course fees | Book a course |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Days | 21/09/2026 | 25/09/2026 | Dubai | $4,250 | Book now |
| 5 Days | 30/11/2026 | 04/12/2026 | Abu Dhabi | $4,250 | Book now |
| 5 Days | 04/04/2027 | 08/04/2027 | Riyadh | $4,250 | Book now |
| 5 Days | 28/06/2027 | 02/07/2027 | Dubai | $4,250 | Book now |
Course Introduction
Highway design and planning
Highway design and planning play a crucial role in shaping modern transportation systems. Effective highway design ensures safety, efficiency, and sustainability while meeting the needs of growing populations and expanding economies.
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles, methodologies, and tools used in highway design and planning.
Participants will explore key topics such as geometric design, traffic engineering, pavement materials, environmental considerations, and highway maintenance. Through practical exercises and case studies, this course aims to equip participants with the skills to design and plan highways that align with global standards and local requirements.
Course objective
- Understand the principles and standards of highway design and planning.
- Analyze traffic and transportation needs for efficient highway systems.
- Design highway components, including horizontal and vertical alignments, cross-sections, and intersections.
- Assess the environmental and socioeconomic impacts of highway projects.
- Integrate sustainability and safety considerations into highway design and planning.
- Utilize modern tools and software for highway design and planning.
Course audience
- Civil engineers.
- Experienced Civil Engineers Seeking Professional Development
Course Outline | DAY 01
Fundamentals of Highway Design and Planning
- Introduction to highway systems and their significance in transportation
- Principles of highway planning and design
Key elements of highway design:
- Functional classification of highways
- Design controls and criteria
- Overview of highway design standards (e.g., AASHTO, IRC)
- Case studies: Successful highway projects
Course Outline | Day 02
Geometric Design of Highways
- Horizontal alignment: Curves, super elevation, and sight distance
- Vertical alignment: Gradients, vertical curves, and elevation considerations
- Cross-sectional elements: Lane width, shoulders, medians, and side slopes
- Intersection and interchange design: Types and considerations
- Practical session: Designing geometric components using design software
Course Outline | Day 03
Traffic Engineering in Highway Design
- Traffic flow theory and analysis
- Traffic surveys and data collection techniques
- Capacity analysis and level of service (LOS)
- Design of traffic control devices: Signs, signals, and markings
- Road safety audits and crash analysis
- Practical session: Traffic flow analysis for highway design
Course Outline | Day 04
Pavement Design and Construction
- Introduction to pavement materials and types (flexible and rigid pavements)
- Design of pavement layers: Subgrade, base, and surface courses
- Pavement performance and evaluation methods
- Pavement maintenance and rehabilitation techniques
- Sustainable practices in pavement construction
- Practical session: Pavement design using software (e.g., MX Road, Civil 3D)
Course Outline | Day 05
Environmental, Social, and Technological Considerations
- Environmental impact assessment for highway projects
- Mitigating environmental impacts: Noise barriers, green corridors, and runoff management
- Socioeconomic impacts of highway development
- Integration of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in highway planning
- Future trends: Smart highways and sustainable infrastructure
- Final project: Designing a conceptual highway system for a real-world scenario
- Course review and participant feedback
BOOST’s Professional Attendance Certificate “BPAC”
BPAC is always given to the delegates after completing the training course,and depends on their attendance of the program at a rate of no less than 80%,besides their active participation and engagement during the program sessions.
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