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Railway engineering

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This course is highly valuable for civil engineering students and young professionals aiming to build a career in railway, metro, and transportation infrastructure projects. It develops a strong understanding of track design, construction practices, and maintenance strategies, which are essential for roles in Indian Railways, metro corporations, rail consultancies, and infrastructure firms. The course also strengthens fundamentals useful for competitive exams and technical interviews.

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railway engineering

12 Lectures

412 min

Introduction
Preview
32 min
Permanent Way
29 min
Gauges
42 min
Wagons, Coning of Wheels
35 min
Wheels and Axles, Locomotives, Wagons
32 min
Rail Sections
36 min
Rail Length, Tests & Failures
35 min
Sleepers – Density & Spacing
29 min
Sleepers – Types & Uses
40 min
Ballast Cushion
35 min
Traction and Resistances
36 min
Resistances
31 min

Course details

The Railway Engineering course provides in-depth knowledge of the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of railway infrastructure systems. It focuses on track geometry, permanent way components, station layouts, and modern railway technologies. The course helps learners understand how railway systems are designed to handle heavy loads, high speeds, and safety requirements in both conventional and metro rail networks.

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Course suitable for

Rail & Transport
Civil & Structural
Health, Safety & Environmental

Key topics covered

Overview of railway systems and types
Railway gauges, alignment, and gradients
Components of permanent way
Rails: types, defects, and welding
Sleepers: materials, spacing, and functions
Ballast: properties, functions, and maintenance
Track construction methods and laying techniques
Track maintenance, defects, and renewal
Points, crossings, and turnouts
Railway stations, yards, and terminals
Basics of signaling, interlocking, and safety
Introduction to metro and high-speed rail systems

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