Pideya Learning Academy

Comprehensive Pavement Design and Rehabilitation Techniques

Upcoming Schedules

  • Live Online Training
  • Classroom Training

Date Venue Duration Fee (USD)
11 Aug - 20 Aug 2025 Live Online 10 Day 5250
08 Sep - 17 Sep 2025 Live Online 10 Day 5250
17 Nov - 26 Nov 2025 Live Online 10 Day 5250
22 Dec - 31 Dec 2025 Live Online 10 Day 5250
13 Jan - 22 Jan 2025 Live Online 10 Day 5250
17 Feb - 26 Feb 2025 Live Online 10 Day 5250
12 May - 21 May 2025 Live Online 10 Day 5250
30 Jun - 09 Jul 2025 Live Online 10 Day 5250

Course Overview

The global transportation infrastructure market is projected to reach $4.4 trillion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% (Allied Market Research), with pavement rehabilitation accounting for over 35% of annual road maintenance budgets in developed nations. This Comprehensive Pavement Design and Rehabilitation Techniques course combines Pavement Design and Rehabilitation Strategies for Roads with Rehabilitation Techniques for Pavement, offering professionals a holistic understanding of modern pavement engineering. According to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), 43% of U.S. public roadways are in poor or mediocre condition, underscoring the urgent need for advanced design and rehabilitation expertise to extend pavement service life while optimizing costs.
This course provides an in-depth exploration of both flexible and rigid pavement systems, covering AASHTO design methods, subgrade evaluation, and cutting-edge rehabilitation technologies. Participants will examine structural enhancement techniques, including perpetual pavements, cold in-place recycling, and Superpave mix designs, which can increase pavement longevity by 40-60% (National Asphalt Pavement Association). The curriculum integrates mechanistic-empirical design principles with life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA), enabling engineers to balance performance, sustainability, and budgetary constraints.
Key Highlights of the Training:
Master AASHTO design methodologies for flexible and rigid pavements, including Darwin and PCA software applications.
Evaluate subgrade soils using advanced classification systems and drainage optimization techniques.
Implement rehabilitation strategies for asphalt, concrete, and composite pavements based on distress analysis and structural evaluation.
Apply Superpave volumetric mix design to enhance climate and traffic resistance.
Conduct life-cycle cost analyses to justify rehabilitation investments with ROI-driven decision-making.
Explore sustainable practices, including foamed asphalt, RAP integration, and cold recycling.
With global infrastructure investments exceeding $1.5 trillion annually (World Bank), this course equips professionals to address pavement deterioration proactively, reduce lifecycle costs, and align with international standards such as MEPDG (Mechanistic-Empirical Pavement Design Guide).

Key Takeaways:

  • Master AASHTO design methodologies for flexible and rigid pavements, including Darwin and PCA software applications.
  • Evaluate subgrade soils using advanced classification systems and drainage optimization techniques.
  • Implement rehabilitation strategies for asphalt, concrete, and composite pavements based on distress analysis and structural evaluation.
  • Apply Superpave volumetric mix design to enhance climate and traffic resistance.
  • Conduct life-cycle cost analyses to justify rehabilitation investments with ROI-driven decision-making.
  • Explore sustainable practices, including foamed asphalt, RAP integration, and cold recycling.
  • Master AASHTO design methodologies for flexible and rigid pavements, including Darwin and PCA software applications.
  • Evaluate subgrade soils using advanced classification systems and drainage optimization techniques.
  • Implement rehabilitation strategies for asphalt, concrete, and composite pavements based on distress analysis and structural evaluation.
  • Apply Superpave volumetric mix design to enhance climate and traffic resistance.
  • Conduct life-cycle cost analyses to justify rehabilitation investments with ROI-driven decision-making.
  • Explore sustainable practices, including foamed asphalt, RAP integration, and cold recycling.

Course Objectives

Upon completion, participants will:
Differentiate between pavement types (flexible, rigid, composite) and their rehabilitation needs.
Apply AASHTO design methods and software tools (e.g., MnPAVE, Darwin) for thickness optimization.
Assess subgrade soils, drainage systems, and material specifications for durable pavement structures.
Select rehabilitation techniques (e.g., overlays, recycling) based on distress patterns and structural evaluations.
Perform life-cycle cost analyses to compare rehabilitation strategies and justify funding allocations.
Integrate sustainable materials (e.g., RAP, foamed asphalt) into maintenance and rehabilitation plans.

Personal Benefits

Advanced proficiency in pavement design and rehabilitation technologies.
Certification validating expertise in AASHTO and Superpave methodologies.
Career advancement opportunities in transportation agencies and engineering consultancies.
Strategic skills to lead infrastructure asset management programs.

Organisational Benefits

Extended pavement service life through data-driven rehabilitation strategies.
Cost savings via optimized material selection and construction practices.
Compliance with international design standards (AASHTO, MEPDG).
Enhanced decision-making using LCCA and pavement management systems (PMS).
Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance planning.

Who Should Attend

Pavement Design Engineers
Highway and Transportation Engineers
Construction Inspectors
Public Works Directors
Materials Testing Specialists
Infrastructure Asset Managers

Course Outline

Module 2: Pavement Design Methodologies
AASHTO design methods for flexible and rigid pavements Mechanistic-empirical pavement design principles Application of design software (Darwin for flexible, PCA for concrete) Traffic analysis and load equivalency factors Climate considerations in pavement design
Module 3: Pavement Evaluation and Condition Assessment
Project-level data collection methodologies Non-destructive testing techniques (deflection testing, ground penetrating radar) Distress identification and classification systems Structural and functional evaluation approaches Roughness measurement and friction testing protocols
Module 4: Advanced Materials and Mix Design
Aggregate characteristics and asphalt binder properties Marshall and Superpave mix design methodologies Volumetric analysis of asphalt mixtures Recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) integration strategies Foamed asphalt and emulsion technologies
Module 5: Pavement Rehabilitation Techniques
Rehabilitation treatment selection matrix Structural enhancement methods (overlays, inlays, recycling) Functional improvement techniques (mill and fill, surface treatments) Full-depth reclamation and cold in-place recycling Bonded and unbonded concrete overlays
Module 6: Rehabilitation Strategy Development
Formation of rehabilitation strategies for different pavement types Materials selection criteria for rehabilitation projects Performance prediction models for various treatments Service life expectations for common rehabilitation approaches Case studies of successful rehabilitation projects
Module 7: Life-Cycle Cost Analysis and Decision Making
Fundamentals of life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) Monetary and non-monetary factor consideration Discount rate selection and analysis period determination Residual value calculation methodologies Sensitivity analysis for rehabilitation strategy comparison
Module 8: Pavement Management Systems
Concepts and components of pavement management systems Network-level vs. project-level decision making Performance modeling and deterioration prediction Priority programming for maintenance and rehabilitation Asset management integration strategies
Module 9: Sustainable Pavement Practices
Recycled material applications in pavement construction Perpetual pavement design and performance Energy-efficient pavement technologies Environmental impact assessment of rehabilitation alternatives Climate-adaptive pavement solutions
Module 10: Construction and Quality Assurance
Best practices in pavement construction Quality control and quality assurance protocols Non-destructive testing for construction verification Performance-based specifications Case studies of construction challenges and solutions
Module 11: Special Applications and Emerging Technologies
Pavement preservation treatments Advanced recycling technologies Innovative materials in pavement engineering Smart pavement technologies Future trends in pavement design and rehabilitation
Module 12: Integrated Case Studies and Applications
Comprehensive case study analysis Interactive problem-solving exercises Strategy development for real-world scenarios Lessons learned from pavement failures Best practices from international projects

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