By the end of this programme, participants will:
- Understand the significance of road maintenance management.
- Learn to plan and prioritize road maintenance using multi-criteria decision-making techniques.
- Create a comprehensive and effective road management plan.
- Identify opportunities for enhancing existing maintenance programs.
- Evaluate and assess complex road maintenance plans and programs.
DAY 1: Road Infrastructure as an Asset
- Introduction to Road Infrastructure
- The Role and Purpose of Road Maintenance Activities
- Developing and Maintaining a Road Network Inventory
- Strategies for Preventing Road Deterioration
- Key Road Maintenance Management Activities
DAY 2: Monitoring and Actions
- Classifying Roads for Maintenance Purposes
- Monitoring Road Surface Conditions
- Key Variables in Road Condition Monitoring
- Factors Influencing Road Longevity
- Pavement Rehabilitation and Recycling Techniques
DAY 3: Road Maintenance Project Management
- Managing Road Maintenance Operations:
- Road Surfaces
- Shoulders and Approaches
- Roadsides
- Bridges, Tunnels, and Drainage Structures
- Traffic Control and Safety Devices
- Snow, Ice, Sand, and Dune Control
- Maintenance and Construction Considerations:
- Pavement Condition and Resurfacing
- Work Zone Management
- Defining Road Maintenance Programs, Goals, and Performance Measures
DAY 4: Road Maintenance Planning
- Developing Road Improvement Project Plans:
- Project Strategy, Proposal, and Deliverables
- Conducting Road Surveys and Preliminary Analysis
- Crafting a Communication Plan
- Addressing Road Maintenance Quality Issues
- Strategies for Preventive Maintenance, Emergency Repairs, and Road Rehabilitation
DAY 5: Advanced Tools for Road Maintenance
- Leveraging LIDAR Systems for Road Inventory
- Collecting Road Data through Point Cloud Technology
- Utilizing Traffic Data and Big Data for Maintenance Insights
- Conducting Road Safety Audits
- Road Design and Planning for Future Needs
- Implementing Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
