Railroad Track Design
When - Where
May 13 - 15, 2024
(8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time)
PDHs AVAILABLE
15 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) can be granted for this course.
ORNL Hardin Valley Campus 2nd floor meeting room(formerly NTRC)
2360 Cherahala Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37932
Tel: 865-946-1500 for directions
Register ONLINE here.
OR:
Register by mail. Click here to download the brochure.
WHAT THIS IS ABOUT
Overview
This 2½ day class addresses the design of railroad track, including horizontal and vertical alignment, cross section, turnouts and crossings, component selection, earthwork, drainage, and clearances. The design approaches highlight applicable AREMA recommendations and general industry practices. The attendee will learn how traffic characteristics and operational requirements affect design. The coverage distinguishes between high-speed, conventional, rapid transit, and light-rail systems. The course includes examples that showcase and help the student understand typical design procedures.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Personnel who have responsibility for Construction, Track Design or Maintenance from shortline, regional, and Class I railroads; railroad contractors and consultants; state and local government officials associated with railroad operation, finance and regulation. This course does include engineering content and basic math skills are needed.
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