Course Title: Design pavements
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2014
Course Code: CIVE5694
Course Title: Design pavements
School: 130T Vocational Engineering
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6093 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Design
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 20
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
EAC120B Test and evaluate soils
EDX010B Communicate and apply standard industry procedures and policies in an engineering design office
Course Description
This unit of competency deals with the skills and knowledge required to determine and select the most economical pavement thickness and composition to provide a satisfactory level of service for conventional road traffic, in accordance with the Austroads Pavement Design Guide methodology and the application of local research and investigations.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
EAC070B Design pavements |
Element: |
01. Apply understanding of the various types of flexible and rigid pavements. |
Performance Criteria: |
01.1 The evolution of pavement types and design procedures is understood and informs design decisions. |
Element: |
02. Apply knowledge of pavement materials and their characteristics. |
Performance Criteria: |
02.1 The pavement material categories and material types are understood and inform design decisions. |
Element: |
03. Estimate the design California Bearing Ratio (CBR). |
Performance Criteria: |
03.1 The methods of estimating sub-grade support values are understood and used appropriately. |
Element: |
04. Compute the design traffic value for a pavement. |
Performance Criteria: |
04.1 The design traffic for any category and material type pavement is determined from information on the design period, traffic growth and any level of traffic data. |
Element: |
05. Determine the total thickness of a new flexible pavement. |
Performance Criteria: |
05.1 From data on the design parameters of a nominated length of sub-grade design unit, the empirical method is correctly used to determine the total thickness of an unbound granular material with less than 25 mm thick bituminous or asphalt surfacing. |
Element: |
06. Determine the total thickness of a rigid pavement. |
Performance Criteria: |
06.1 From data on the design parameters for a nominated length of sub-grade design unit, the total thickness of a concrete pavement is correctly determined. |
Element: |
07. Determine the appropriate thickness of an asphalt or granular layer to improve the service performance of an existing pavement. |
Performance Criteria: |
07.1 The procedure that is required to correctly diagnose the service performance of an existing flexible pavement is understood and informs design processes. |
Element: |
08. Perform an economic comparison of alternative pavement types. |
Performance Criteria: |
08.1 From data on the locality and a nominated length of sub-grade design unit with three alternative pavement design types designed according to elements 4 and 5 above, the associated road costs are acquired from the industry and an economic comparison performed using a pavement design manual. |
Element: |
09. Determine pavement performance and condition. |
Performance Criteria: |
09.1 The methods used for establishing functional and structural performance curves is understood as well as how they can be used for observing road pavement conditions. |
Element: |
10. Review pavement design software. |
Performance Criteria: |
10.1 Suitable computer software packages that can be used for pavement design are identified. |
Learning Outcomes
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Details of Learning Activities
This course will provide skills and knowledge for surveying of small site. Students will participate in individual and team work related problem solving engineering activities. Course will accomplished by classes and field participation, tutorials, homework, group assignments and examination.
• Presentation and video on Terminology related to Australian Standard Road and Traffic Engineering Terms
• Presentation and video on Sub-grade and pavement materials:- Unbound granular material
• Presentation and video on Sub-grade and pavement materials:- Unbound granular- Soil
• Presentation and video on Sub-grade and pavement materials:- Unbound granular ( Cemented and Asphalt Material)
• Example on calculation of design traffic
• Example on calculation of flexible pavement design using –empirical procedure
• Quiz 1 on week 1 to 14.
• Example on calculation of flexible pavement design using –Mechanistic Procedure
• Example on calculation of rigid pavement design
• Example on overlay design and comparison of design
Engineering employment requires the capacity to work effectively in teams, to communicate effectively in both oral and writing and to learn effectively. In order to prepare students for employment as graduates they will be provided a quality assured teaching and learning environment which is conductive to the development of adult learning. Adult learning is characterised by the students accepting responsibility for their own learning and actively participating in the learning process as individuals and as contributors to the teams. Adult learning is the hallmark of a professional. The specific responsibilities as adult learners in respect of this subject are:
. to be aware of and to observe the regulations related to plagiarism
. to submit (on time) all work for assessment as required
. to complete all pre-reading and preparatory work prior to the class for which it will be used
. to effectively use the academic staff resources provided (consultation time, tutors, e- mail etc)
. to participate as an effective and honest member of a learning team
. to contribute effectively to a group of peers in a climate of mutual respect and to question each other and the academic staff when uncertain
Effective Communication: Presentation of subject material in the most up to date manner. Assessment by way of exams and laboratory reports
Creative: Planning & organising activities Collecting, analysing & organising information.
Ethical responsibilities: Introducing Engineers Australia Code of Ethics Observing legislation and statutory requirements. Identifying plagiarism attempts
Team work Appropriate personnel to be consulted to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others involved on the module activities Team approach in collating and evaluating results of research or testing procedures undertaken
Long-life learners: Encourage self-study through curiosity Some percentage of assessment will test these skills
Professional Attitudes Presenting professional image Communication, class participation and performance.
Teaching Schedule
Week | Topics Delivered | Resources and Activities | Element / Performance criteria | Assessment Task |
10 | Terminology related to Australian Standard Road and Traffic Engineering Terms
Road classes, elements, and components:- Flexible pavement Rigid pavement |
Class notes will be provided
Presentation and video on Terminology related to Australian Standard Road and Traffic Engineering Terms |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3 | |
11 | Sub-grade and pavement materials:- Unbound granular Characteristics Material types for each category Behaviour characteristics for each category under load Distress mode for each category under load Input design parameters applicable to each load Modulus Poisson’s ratio. Flexural strength and compressive strength Performance criteria for each category |
Class notes will be provided
Presentation and video on Sub-grade and pavement materials:- Unbound granular |
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 |
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12 | Sub-grade and pavement materials:- Unbound granular |
Class notes will be provided
Presentation and video on Sub-grade and pavement materials:- Unbound granular- Soil |
2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 |
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13 | Sub-grade and pavement materials-Cement concrete and Compute the design traffic value for a pavement
Standard axle loads |
Class notes will be provided
Presentation and video on Sub-grade and pavement materials:- Unbound granular ( Cemented and Asphalt Material)
|
2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 4.1 | |
14 | Structural design:- New flexible pavement -Empirical procedure
Production and use of design charts |
Example on calculation of flexible pavement design using –empirical procedure. Quiz 1 on week 1 to 4. |
5.1 | Quiz 1 20% |
15 | Structural design:- New flexible pavement Mechanistic procedure | Example on calculation of flexible pavement design using –Mechanistic Procedure | 5.2, 5.3, 5.4,7.1, 7.2, 7.3 | |
16 | Structural design:- Rigid pavement Pavement elements • Pavement types – concrete, sub-grades, sub bases • Thickness design • Design input factors • Strength of sub-grade/sub base • Concrete strength • Fatigue resistance • Traffic estimation • Load safety factors • Steel reinforcement • Joints • Joint sealants • Joint layout |
Example on calculation of rigid pavement design | 6.1, 6.2 | Report 1due : Structural design:- New flexible pavement Mechanistic procedure and Empirical procedure 15% |
17 | Structural design:- Overlays and Comparison of designs Overlays Method for economic comparison Review pavement design software. |
Example on overlay design and comparison of design | 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 8.1, 9.1, 9.2, 10.1 | Report 2due : Structural design:- Rigid pavement Pavement elements 15 % |
18 | Test | 1.1,1.2,1.3,2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4,2.5,3.1,3.2,3.3, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 6.1, 6.2, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 8.1, 9.1, 9.2 | 50 % |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Austroad Manual on Pavement design and notes on blackboard |
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment are conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set out in the National Training Package. Students are required to undertake summative assessments that bring together knowledge and skills. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment tasks detailed under the Assessment Task Section.
Your assessment for this course will be marked using the following table:
NYC (<50%) Not Yet Competent
CAG (50-59%) Competent - Pass
CC (60-69%) Competent - Credit
CDI (70-79%) Competent - Distinction
CHD (80-100%) Competent - High Distinction
Assessment Tasks
The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package.
Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards.
Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor.
Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks section of Course Guide Part B.
Quiz on Sub-grade and pavement materials 20% weightage
Report 1: Structural design:- New flexible pavement Mechanistic procedure and Empirical procedure 15% weightage
Report 2: Structural design:- Rigid pavement elements 15% weightage
Test: Covers contents from week 10- 18. 50% weightage
Student has also to show an understanding of Occupational Health and Safety to an extent indicated by the following aspects:
• basic legal requirements covering occupational health and safety in the workplace
• the requirements for personal safety in the workplace
• identifying potential workplace hazards and suggested measures for accident prevention
• working safely with electrical tools or equipment
Assessment requirements also include:
- attendance and satisfactory completion of prescribed practical exercises ,
- Evidence of participation in and satisfactory completion of work simulation projects.
-satisfactory completion of class assignment work
-timely submission and standard presentation for all assessment material / documentation.
Assessment Matrix
Assessments vs EAC070B Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessment Task | Element of competencies | Weighting |
Quiz | 1.1,1.2,1.3,2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4,2.5,3.1,3.2,3.3 | 20% |
Report 1 | 4.1,5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4,7.1,7.2,7.3 | 15% |
Report 2 | 6.1,6.2 | 15% |
Test | 1.1,1.2,1.3,2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4,2.5,3.1,3.2,3.3, 4.1,5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4,7.1,7.2,7.3, 6.1,6.2,7.1,7.2,7.3,8.1,9.1,9.2 | 50% |
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EAC070B Elements & Performance Criteria | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Assessments |
1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 4.1 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 6.2 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 8.1 | 9.1 | 9.2 | 10.1 |
Quiz | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | ||||||||||||||
Report 1 | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | |||||||||||||||||
Report 2 | x | x | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Test | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x |
Other Information
* Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, report for practical work, and individual student-teacher course-related consultation.
Study and learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to all RMIT students.
Services offered by SLC to support numeracy and literacy skills of the students are:
assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
maths and science developmental support and advice
English language development
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support
Disability Liaison Unit:
Students with disability or long-term medical condition should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to
complete their studies.
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit
Late submission:
Students requiring extensions for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) must complete and lodge an Application
for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. The student will be notified within
no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.
Students seeking an extension of more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special
Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days
after the official due date.
Assignments submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
Special consideration:
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration
PLAGIARISM:
Plagiarism may occur in oral or written presentations. Plagiarism is the presentation of another person’s work, idea or creation as one’s own; without appropriate referencing. Plagiarism is not acceptable. The use of another person’s work or ideas must be acknowledged. Failure to do so may result in charges of academic misconduct, which may result in cancellation of results and exclusion from your course.
Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism
Other Information:
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
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