UC Berkeley, ITS-SAA Airport Design and Construction (jointly organised with Institute of Transport

Course details

The Airport Engineering is a unique programme designed for engineers to attain an internationally recognised professional qualification, with both academic and practical knowledge of airport engineering. The courses taught through a combination of classroom lectures, projects, workshops and site visits to Changi Airport and other facilities. This course is Module II of the UC Berkeley, ITS-SAA Airport Engineering Programme.

OBJECTIVES

The Airport Engineering programme is designed to provide an understanding of airport-related engineering responsibilities and airport development and maintenance requirements. The learning process includes a comprehensive coverage of topics on airport system and planning, airport design and construction, and maintenance of airport pavements and engineering-related elements. A review of issues relating to airport design and construction is also covered.

To facilitate application of knowledge, workshops, projects and case studies are integrated into the programme structure. Site visits are also built into the programme to allow participants to observe operations of airport equipment and airport engineering projects in progress.

BENEFITS

The programme will enable participants to:

• Acquire detailed technical knowledge on airport-related engineering practices in accordance with international standards
• Examine major criteria and considerations involved in airport planning
• Learn about factors to consider in the design and construction of airports and its facilities
• Develop an effective management system for airport maintenance
• Gain valuable insights into current engineering practices

OUTLINE

• Geometric design of taxiways, holding bays and aprons
• Geometric design of runway system
• Site preparation
• Geotechnical engineering
• Soil stabilisation
• Asphalt concrete theory and design
• Flexible pavement design and construction
• Rigid pavement design and construction
• Drainage design
• Mechanical and electrical systems
• Construction management and contract
• Baggage handling systems
• Site visits

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Engineers, planners, operational and technical personnel from civil aviation authorities, airport authorities/operators, government or private agencies responsible for the planning and development of airports and private organisations providing consultancy services to airports.