03 2018 CHT Scheme & Syllabus VTU

VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, BELGAUM
CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM (CBCS)

SCHEME OF TEACHING AND EXAMINATION 2018-2019
31.08.18
M.TECH. HIGHWAY TECHNOLOGY
VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, BELAGAVI
Scheme of Teaching and Examination – 2018-19
M.Tech Highway Technology (CHT)
Choice Based Credit System (CBCS)
I SEMESTER
Teaching Hours
Examination
/Week
Credits
Sl.
Total Marks
Assignment
SEE Marks
Duration in
Field work/
CIE Marks
Practical/
Course Course Code Course Title
Theory
No
hours
Applied Statistics for
1 PCC 18CHT11 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
Highway Engineering
2 PCC 18CHT12 Highway Materials 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
Pavement Design and
3 PCC 18CHT13 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
Analysis
18CHT14/ Highway Construction
4 PCC 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
18CIM14 and Maintenance
5 PCC 18CHT15 Traffic Engineering 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
6 PCC 18CHTL16 Highway Materials Lab-I - 04 03 40 60 100 2
Research Methodology
7 PCC 18RMI17 02 -- 03 40 60 100 2
and IPR
TOTAL 22 04 21 280 420 700 24
Note: PCC: Professional core, PEC: Professional Elective.
Internship: All the students shall have to undergo mandatory internship of 6 weeks during the vacation of I
and II semesters and /or II and III semesters. A University examination will be conducted during III semester
and prescribed credit shall be included in the III semester. Internship shall be considered as a head of passing
and shall be considered for the award of degree. Those, who do not take-up/complete the internship shall be
declared as failed and have to complete during subsequent University examination after satisfy the internship
requirements.
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II SEMESTER
Teaching Hours
Examination
/Week
Credits
SEE Marks
Duration in
CIE Marks
Sl.
Assignment
Field work/
Practical/
Course Course Code
Marks
Theory
hours
No
Total
Course Title
Pavement Deterioration
1 PCC 18CHT21 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
and Evaluation
2 PCC 18CHT22 Road Projects 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
Highway Planning and
3 PCC 18CHT23 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
economic Analysis
4 PEC 18CHT24X Professional Elective 1 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
5 PEC 18CHT25X Professional Elective 2 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
6 PCC 18CHTL26 Highway Materials Lab-II -- 04 03 40 60 100 2
7 PCC 18CHT27 Technical Seminar -- 02 -- 100 -- 100 2

TOTAL 20 06 18 340 360 700 24
Note: PCC: Professional core, PEC: Professional Elective, OEC: Open Elective
Professional Elective 1 Professional Elective 2
Course Code Course Code under
Course title Course title
under 18CHT24X 18CHT25X
Construction Planning, Equipment & 18CHT251/

18CHT241 Planning and design of Rural Roads
Management 18CIM251
Design of Bridge And Grade 18CHT252/
18CHT242 Pavement Management System
Separated Structures 18CIM252
18CHT243/
Ground Improvement Techniques 18CHT253 Urban Public Transport
18CIM243
18CHT244/ Soil Mechanics for Engineers Road Safety Engineering &
18CHT254
18CIM244 Management
Note:
1. Technical Seminar: CIE marks shall be awarded by a committee comprising of HoD as Chairman, Guide/co-guide in
any and a senior faculty of the department. Participation in seminar by all postgraduate students of the same and other
semesters of the programme shall be mandatory.
The CIE marks awarded for Technical Seminar shall be based on the evaluation of Seminar Report, Presentation skill
and Question and Answer session in the ratio 50:25:25.
2. Internship: All the students shall have to undergo mandatory internship of 6 weeks during the vacation of I and II
semesters and /or II and III semesters. A University examination will be conducted during III semester and prescribed
credit shall be included in the III semester. Internship shall be considered as a head of passing and shall be considered
for the award of degree. Those, who do not take-up/complete the internship shall be declared as failed and have to
complete during subsequent University examination after satisfy the internship requirements.
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III SEMESTER
Teaching Hours /Week Examination
SEE Marks
Assignment
Duration in
CIE Marks
Field work/
Credits
Practical/
Theory
Marks
Sl.
hours
Total
No
Special Problems in Road

1 PCC 18CHT31 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
Construction
2 PEC 18CHT32X Professional elective 3 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
3 PEC 18CHT33X Professional elective 4 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4
4 Proj 18CHT34 Evaluation of Project phase -1 -- 02 -- 100 -- 100 2

(Completed during
the intervening
5 INT 18CHTI35 Internship vacation of I and II 03 40 60 100 6
semesters and /or II
and III semesters.)
TOTAL 12 02 12 260 240 500 20
Note: PCC: Professional core, PEC: Professional Elective, OEC: Open Elective, Proj: Project, INT: Internship
Professional elective 3 Professional elective 4
Course Code under Course title Course Code Course title
18CHT33X under 18CHT34X
18CHT321 Construction Contract Management 18CHT331 Transportation Planning
18CHT322/18CIM322 Maintenance and Rehabilitation of 18CHT332 GIS and Remote Sensing applications
Structures in Transportation Engineering
18CHT323/18CIM323 Construction & demolition waste 18CHT333/ Airport Planning & Design
management 18CIM333
18CHT324 Road Construction Equipment 18CHT334 Intelligent Transportation Systems
Note:
1. Project Phase-1: Students in consultation with the guide/co-guide if any shall pursue literature survey and complete
the preliminary requirements of selected Project work. Each student shall prepare relevant introductory project
document, and present a seminar.
CIE marks shall be awarded by a committee comprising of HoD as Chairman, Guide and a senior faculty of the
department. The CIE marks awarded for project work phase -1 shall be based on the evaluation of Project Report,
Project Presentation skill and Question and Answer session in the ratio 50:25:25.
SEE (University examination) shall be as per the University norms.
2. Internship: Those, who have not pursued /completed the internship, shall be declared as failed and have to complete
during subsequent University examinations after satisfy the internship requirements.
Internship SEE (University examination) shall be as per the University norms.
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IV SEMESTER
Teaching Hours
Examination
/Week
Credits
Assignment
Duration in
SEE Marks
CIE Marks
Field work/
Sl.
Viva voce
Practical/
Theory
Marks
hours
Total
No
1 Proj 18CHT41 Project work phase -2 -- 04 03 40 60 100 20
TOTAL -- 04 03 40 60 100 20
Note: Proj: Project.
Note:
1. Project Phase-2:
CIE marks shall be awarded by a committee comprising of HoD as Chairman, Guide/co-guide, if any and a
Senior faculty of the department. The CIE marks awarded for project work phase -2, shall be based on the
evaluation of Project Report subjected to plagiarism check, Project Presentation skill and Question and Answer
session in the ratio 50:25:25.
SEE shall be at the end of IV semester. Project work evaluation and Viva-Voce examination (SEE), after
satisfying the plagiarism check, shall be as per the University norms.
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COURSE TITLE: APPLIED STATISTICS FOR HIGHWAY ENGINEERING

[As per Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) scheme]
Semester I
Subject Code 18CHT11 CIE Marks 40
Number of Lecture Hours/Week 04 SEE Marks 60
Total Number of Lecture Hours 50 Exam Hours 03
CREDITS – 04
Course objectives: This course will enable students to
1. Understand the use of statistical tools to express the traffic data for better interpretation.
2. Apply probability concept to understand the vehicular flow behavior helping the planners to predict
traffic flow.
3. Use appropriate statistical testing tools to check the degree of accuracy in the traffic data analysis.
4. Test the hypothesis and assess the error involved in the data analysis.
5. Use software tools like MATLAB, MINITAB etc., for analysis of traffic data and also use curve
fitting techniques for predicting the performance trends.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction to statistical methods, scope aim and limitations, sample, attribute 10 Hours
and types of data, sources and collection of data. Accuracy of data.
Representation and summarizing data. Frequency distribution, histogram and
frequency curves. Ogive curve, Measure of central tendency – arithmetic mean,
median and mode dispersion- range, standard deviation, variance and co-efficient
of variation, skewness and kurtosis.
Module -2
Introduction to probability & statistics for Traffic Engineering Design – 10 Hours
Introduction, Random variables and statistical measures: arithmetic mean, measures
of dispersion, basic laws of probability, probability laws for discrete random
variables: binomial and Poisson distribution, probability laws for continuous random
variables: normal distribution, Poisson distribution.
Module -3
Sampling Techniques – objective, basics of sampling, advantages of sampling, 10 Hours
sampling techniques, sampling distributions – sampling distribution of the sample
mean, central limit theorem, chi square, t and F – distributions. Sampling error,
sample size and design.
Module -4
Statistical decisions – point estimation, properties of parameters, Testing of 10 Hours
Hypothesis – Type I and II errors.
Tests of significance – tests for mean and variance. Tests for proportions.
Module -5
Chi-square test of goodness of fit, student’s t test, Confidence interval. 10 Hours
Curve fitting by the method of least squares, Linear correlation & regression,
multiple linear regression. Analysis of variance
Use of soft-wares in statistical analysis – MATLAB, MINITAB
Course outcomes:
After studying this course, students will be able to:
1. Use statistical tools to express the traffic data for better interpretation.
2. Apply probability concept to understand the vehicular flow behavior helping the planners to predict
traffic flow.
3. Use appropriate statistical testing tools to check the degree of accuracy in the traffic data analysis.
4. Test the hypothesis and assess the error involved in the data analysis.
5. Use software tools like MATLAB, MINITAB etc., for analysis of traffic data and also use curve
fitting techniques for predicting the performance trends.
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Graduate Attributes (as per NBA)

• Scholarship of Knowledge.
• Problem Analysis.
• Critical thinking
• Interpretation of data.
Question paper pattern:
• The question paper will have ten questions.
• Each full question consists of 12 marks.
• There will be 2 full questions (with a maximum of four sub questions) from each module.
• Each full question will have sub questions covering all the topics under a module.
The students will have to answer 5 full questions, selecting one full question from each module.
Text Books:
1. Johnson R and G Bhattacharya, “Statistics – Principles and methods”- John Wiley & sons, New
york, 1985
2. L.R Kadiyali, “Traffic Engineering”- Khanna Publishers New Delhi
Reference Books:
1. Medhi, “Introduction to statistics”- New Age Pub, New Delhi
2. Benjamin Jack R and Cornell C Allin, “Probability Statistics & Decisions for Civil Engineers”-
McGraw Hill Co.
3. Agarwal, B.L, “Basic Statistics”- 3rd edition, New Age Pub. New Delhi.
4. Martin Wohl, Brian V Martin, “Traffic System Analysis”- Mc Graw Hill Series
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COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY MATERIALS

Semester I
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand the basic construction materials and their suitability as road materials.
2. Analyse the aggregates and design aggregate gradation for construction of pavement layers.
3. Characterize the binder material for bituminous roads and provide an optimum bituminous mix design.
4. Understand mix design using different materials for various components of a CC pavement.
5. Understand and propose soil stabilization techniques for highway construction using locally available
materials.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Basic road construction materials – types, source, functions, requirements, 10 Hours
properties, tests and specifications for use in various components of road.
Basic soil properties, methods to determine strength of soil, Soil compaction for use
in fill and subgrade of roads, compaction studies in laboratory and field, properties of
compacted soils.
Module -2
Aggregates–Origin, classification, equipments, properties. Tests and specifications on 10 Hours
road aggregates for flexible and rigid pavements. Importance of aggregate gradation
problems on Rothfutch’s and Critical sieve methods and Shape factor in mix
design.
Module -3
Bituminous binders – different types, properties and uses, physical tests on bitumen, 10 Hours
Rheological and pavement performance related properties, Modified binders, ideal
pavement binders, characteristics and applications in road construction, criteria for
selection of different binders.
Bituminous mixes, types, requirements, properties, tests, Marshall Method of mix
design, Criteria and super pave mix design, Additives & Modifiers in Bituminous
mixes, problems on mix design.
Module -4
Portland cement and cement concrete for use in road works – requirements, 10 Hours
design of mix for CC pavement, use of additives, IRC specifications & Tests, joint
filler and sealer materials.
Module -5
Soil stabilization – principle, methods and tests, proportioning of materials and mix 10 Hours
design, application of Rothfutch’s method. Marginal and waste materials in road
construction, their properties and scope in road construction. Use of Fly-ash in
road embankment and cement concrete mixes, use of chemical stabilizers in road
construction.
Course outcomes:
1. Identify and select based on their characteristics the basic construction materials for road construction.
2. Design aggregate gradation for construction of pavement layers keeping in mind the density and
strength parameters.
3. Characterize the binder material for bituminous roads and provide an optimum bituminous mix design.
4. Provide mix design procedure and the base layer for a CC pavement.
5. Propose soil stabilisation techniques for highway construction using locally available materials.
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• Usage of modern tools
• Ethical practices and social responsibility
Text Books:
1. Khanna and Justo, “Highway Engineering”- Nem Chand and Bros., Roorkee
2. Freddy L Roberts, Prithvi S Kandhal et al, “Hot Mix Asphalt Materials, mixture design
and construction”- (2nd Edition), National Asphalt Pavement Association Research and
Education Foundation, Maryland, USA
3. “Bituminous materials in Road Construction”- HMSO Publication.
Reference Books:
1. MoRTH ‘Specifications for Roads and Bridges Works’- Indian Roads Congress
2. IS 73, revised 2006, IS 2720, IS 2386, IS 1201 to 1220, IS 8887- 1995, IS 217- 1986
3. State of art, special report 3 – “compaction of earthwork and subrade”- IRC, HRB, 1999
4. IRC: 51-1992, 63-1976, 74 –1979, 88-1984, “Indian Roads Congress”.
5. IRC SP: 53 – 2002, IRC SP: 58 – 2000, “Indian Roads Congress”.
6. “Guidelines for use of Geotextiles in Road Pavements and Associated works”- 2002, Indian
Roads Congress
7. Khanna and Justo, “Highway Materials Testing”- Nem Chand and Bros., Roorkee.
8. “Soil Mechanics for Road Engineers”- HMSO Publication
9. Highway Hand Book by FAW, Publication from NUS, Singapore.
10. Standard Data Book on Highway Technology issued by the University may be referred in
the P.G Examination of VTU.
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COURSE TITLE: PAVEMENT DESIGN AND ANALYSIS

SEMESTER – I
Subject Code 18 CHT13 CIE Marks 40
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand the factors affecting pavement design and performance
2. Evaluate the strength of soil subgrade soil and factors that affect the behavior of soil.
3. Compute the stresses and deflections in flexible pavement layers under the action of wheel loads.
4. Design the thickness of flexible pavements by different methods under different exposure conditions
and materials.
5. Design the thickness of concrete pavements and joints associated with CC pavements in addition to
the computation of stresses in CC pavements.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Road Pavements and pavement layers - types, functions, choice Factors affecting 10 Hours
design and performance of flexible and rigid pavements – Pavement design
factors, loads – axle load distribution, ESWL, EWL,VDF due to varying loads
and CSA.
Module -2
Subgrade support - CBR and plate bearing tests, Resilient Modulus, fatigue tests, 10 Hours
permanent deformation Pavement material Characteristics, climatic, drainage and
environmental factors, their effects and evaluation. Factors affecting design and
performance of airport pavements.
Module -3
Stresses and Deflection / strain in flexible pavements: Application of elastic 10 Hours
theory, stresses, deflections / strains in single, two and three layer system,
Applications in pavement design. problems
Module -4
Flexible pavement design: Emperical, semi- empirical and theoretical design 10 Hours
approaches, principle, advantages and application. Design steps by CBR method as
per IRC, outline of other common design methods such as AASHTO and Asphalt
Institute methods, Problems.
Module -5
Rigid pavement design: Determination of ESWL, EWL for dual and dual tandem 10 Hours
wheel loads in Rigid pavements, General design principle, Stresses in rigid
pavements, stresses due to wheel loads and temperature variations, design of cement
concrete pavements (joints and slab thickness) as per IRC guidelines. Design
features of CRCP, SFRC and ICBP, Problems.
Course outcomes:
1. Get the knowledge of factors affecting pavement design and performance
2. Evaluate the strength of soil subgrade soil and identify the factors that affect the behavior of soil.
3. Compute the stresses and deflections in flexible pavement layers under the action of wheel loads.
4. Design the thickness of flexible pavements by different methods under different exposure conditions
and materials.
5. Design the thickness of concrete pavements and joints associated with CC pavements in addition to
the computation of stresses in CC pavements.
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11. Engineering Knowledge.
12. Problem Analysis.
13. Design / development of solutions (partly).
14. Interpretation of data.
Text Books:
1. Yoder and Witczak, “Principles of Pavement Design”- John Wiley and sons Inc(second
edition) 1975
2. Yang, “Design of functional pavements”- Mc Graw Hill Book Co.
Reference Books:
1. Huang, “Pavement Analysis”- Elsevier Publications
2. David Croney, Paul Croney, “Design & Performance of Road Pavements”- Mc Graw hill Book
Co.
3. W.Ronald Hudson, Ralph Haas and Zeniswki “Modern Pavement Management”- Mc Graw
Hill and Co
4. IRC 37-2001, IRC 81-1997, IRC 58 – 2002, IRC 59 – 1976, IRC 101-1988, Indian Roads
Congress
5. Khanna and Justo “Highway Engineering”- Nemchand & Bros, Roorkee
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COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE

SEMESTER – II
Subject Code 18CHT14/18CIM14 CIE Marks 40
Number of Lecture 04 SEE Marks 60
Hours/Week
Total Number of 50 Exam Hours 03
Lecture Hours
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand the various equipment used for road construction and difficulties associated with highway
drainage.
2. Select suitable equipment for preparation of subgrade in cutting or filling and also the preparation
steps for base and sub base layers.
3. Characteristics of different types of bituminous layers and design of bituminous surfacing along with
safety aspects needed for roads.
4. Design the base course thickness and selection of materials as base layer for CC pavements.
5. Analyse the defects in road construction and general pavement failures with remedies.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Components of road and pavement structure including subgrade, drainage system, 10 Hours
functions, requirements and sequence of construction operations
Plants and equipment for production of materials - crushers, mixers,
bituminous mixing plants, cement concrete mixers – various types, advantages and
choice.
Drainage – Assessment of drainage requirements for the road and design of
various components, drainage materials, Construction of surface and subsurface
drainage system and design of filter materials for roads. Drainage of urban
roads, problems.
Module -2
Pre-construction surveys and marking on ground - Specifications and steps 10 Hours
for the construction of road formation in embankment and cut, construction steps
for subgrade (preparation of subgrade) in cutting, filling and at grade. Construction
steps for granular sub-base, quality control tests.
Module -3
Different types of granular base course – WMM, CRM, WBM, specifications, 10 Hours
construction method and quality control tests.
Different types of bituminous layers for binder and surface courses, their
specifications (as per IRC and MORTH), construction method and quality
control tests. Special structural courses like stone matrix asphalt and mastic
asphalt and construction of porous asphalt.
Module -4
Different types of sub-base and base course for cement concrete (CC) 10 Hours
pavement and construction method. Construction of cement concrete (PQC)
pavements and joints, quality control during construction. Construction of special
Cement concrete pavements like interlocking concrete block pavements (ICBP),
Continuously reinforced cement concrete pavements (CRCP), Fibre reinforced
cement concrete pavements (FRCP), white topping, Ultra thin white topping etc.
General Aspects: Quality assurance, statistical approach, quality system for road
construction. Safety aspects during road construction and maintenance works.
Installation of various traffic safety devices and information system Principle of
construction planning, application of CPM and PERT( Problems not included)
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Module -5
Road maintenance works – day to day and periodic maintenance works of 10 Hours
various components of road works and road furniture. Preventive maintenance of
road drainage system, pavements and other components of road. Preparation of
existing pavement – patching, profile correction, Special measures to deal with
reflection cracks in pavement layers, slipperiness of surface, etc. Requirements
for rehabilitation, recycling and re-construction.
Course outcomes:
1. Gain the knowledge on the equipment used for road construction and difficulties associated with
highway drainage.
2. Select suitable equipment for preparation of subgrade and preparation stages for base and sub base
layers.
3. Design bituminous surfacing and other layers along with safety aspects needed during construction.
4. Design the base course thickness and select materials for base layer in CC pavements.
5. Analyse the defects in road construction and general pavement failures and propose suitable
remedies.
• Critical thinking.
• Use of modern tools
Text Books:
2. Dr. L.R.Kadyali, Dr. N.B.Lal, “Principles and Practices of Highway Engineering,, Khanna
Publishers
3. Sharma S.C., “Construction Equipment and its Management”- Khanna Publishers
Reference Books:
1. MoRTH “Specifications for Roads and Bridge Works”- 2001,fourth revision, Indian Roads
Congress
2. MoRTH “Manual for Construction and Supervision of Bituminous Works”- 2001, Indian Roads
Congress
3. MoRTH “Manual for Maintenance of Roads”- 1989, Indian Roads Congress
4. IRC: 42-1994, IRC:15-2002, IRC SP :11-1988, , 55-2001, 57-2001,58-2001, IRC 19-1977, 27-1967,
29-1988, 34- 1970, 36-1970,48-1972,61-1976, 63-1976, 68-1976, 81-1997,82-1982, 84-1983,93-
1985, 94-1986, 95-1987, 98-1997, 105-1988.
5. Freddy L Roberts, Prithvi S Kandhal et al, “Hot Mix Asphalt Materials, mixture design and
construction”- (2nd Edition), National Asphalt Pavement Association Research and Education
Foundation, Maryland, USA
6. National Asphalt Pavement Association “Hot Mix Asphalt Paving Hand book”- 5100 Forbes
Boulevard, Lanhm, Mary Land, USA
7. “Hand Book on Cement Concrete Roads”- Cement Manufacturers Association, New Delhi
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COURSE TITLE: TRAFFIC ENGINEERING

SEMESTER – I
CREDITS – 04
1. Analyse the factors affecting performance of road traffic and the various traffic studies needed for the
analysis of traffic flow.
2. Evaluate level of service and capacity of roadways and intersections using traffic data.
3. Propose and design suitable traffic regulatory system based on traffic requirements such as signs,
signals, markings, etc.
4. Analyse and design intersections at-grade and grade separated types for smooth and safe movement
of vehicles.
5. Propose parking facilities, pedestrian facilities and general safety measures required for highways and
expressways.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Traffic Characteristics, road user characteristics – human factors including 10 Hours
reaction time and vehicular characteristics affecting road design and traffic flow
Traffic studies - data collection, analysis and interpretation of results of classified
traffic volume, spot speed, speed and delay, origin and destination. Sampling in
traffic studies – sampling techniques, sampling theory, accuracy and sample size.
Module -2
Accident characteristics, causes, studies, investigations and analysis of individual 10 Hours
accidents, statistical analysis, measures to improve road safety. Problems on above.
Traffic flow characteristics, traffic flow variables, speed – flow – density
relationship, PCU values, level of service, factors influencing roadway capacity,
capacity of roads at various levels of service, capacity of intersections
Module -3
Traffic forecast - traffic growth estimation from past trends, econometric models. 10 Hours
Common methods of traffic forecast
Traffic regulations and control - Regulation on vehicles, drivers and traffic
flow, Traffic control devices – Types & objectives of markings, signs, signals and
islands, delineators.
Module -4
Design of signalized intersections including signal timings as per IRC guidelines. 10 Hours
Signal system, use of software. Problems.
Design of other types of intersections at grade such as intersections with markings,
channelized intersections and traffic rotary. Traffic design of grade separated
intersections and interchange facilities.
Module -5
Design of on-street and off-street parking facilities, pedestrian facilities, bus bays, 10 Hours
safety devices.
Design features of expressways and different types of Urban Roads
Course outcomes:
1. Gets the knowledge of factors affecting performance of road traffic and also the traffic studies needed
for the analysis.
2. Evaluate level of service and capacity of roadways and intersections.
3. Propose and design suitable traffic regulatory system such as signs, signals, markings, etc.
4. Analyse and design intersections at-grade and grade separated types for smooth and safe movement
of vehicles.
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5. Propose parking facilities, pedestrian facilities and general safety measures required for highways and
expressways.
15. Engineering Knowledge.
17. Critical thinking
Text Books:
1. Kadiyali L.R. “Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning”-Khanna Publication, New
Delhi
2. Nicholas J.Garber, Lester A. Hoel, “Traffic and Highway Engineering”, Third Edition
Thompson Learning
Reference Books
1. Salter RJ and Hounsell NB, “Highway, Traffic Analysis and Design”- Macmillan Press Ltd.,
London.
2. Matson T M, Smith W S , Hurd F W, “ Traffic Engineering, Mc graw Hill Book Co, NY , USA.
3. Drew D R ,” Traffic Flow Theory and Control”, McGraw Hill Book Co, NY, USA.
4. Wohl and Martin, “Traffic System Analysis of Engineers and Planners”-Mcgraw Hill Book Co,
New York, USA.
5. Pignataro , “ Traffic Engineering”, John wiley & sons. Nicholas J Garber, Lester A Hoel,
“Traffic & Highway Engineering”- Third edition,
6. IRC: SP:41-1994, IRC SP:31-1992, IRC 43-1994, Indian Roads Congress
7. MoRTH “Type Designs for Intersections on National Highways”-Indian Roads Congress
8. MORTH “Manual for Road Safety in Road Design”-Indian Roads Congress
9. IRC3-1983,9-1972,62-1976,64-1990,65-1976, 66-1976,67-2001,69-1977,70-1977,73-1980,79-
1981,80-1981,86-1983,92-1985,93-1985,99-1988,102-1988,103-1988,106-1990,110-1996
Indian Roads Congress
11. Indian Highway Capacity Manual (Indo-HCM) CSIR, New Delhi, 2012-2017
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COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY MATERIALS LAB -1

SEMESTER – I
Subject Code 18 CHT L16 CIE Marks 40
Practical /field work/Assignment 04 SEE Marks 60
CREDITS – 02
Course objectives: The objective of this course is to make students learn
• The procedure and test the basic properties of soil, aggregates, cement and concrete
Modules
Tests on soil
1. Grain size analysis - Wet sieve analysis
2. Liquid limit, plastic limit & Shrinkage limit
3. Compaction test
4. California bearing ratio test and
5. Unconfined Compression Strength Test
6. Field density by sand replacement & Core cutter method
Tests on aggregates
1. Shape tests - Elongation, Flakiness Index & Combined Index, Angularity Number
2. Aggregate impact value test
3. Los angeles abrasion value test
4. Specific gravity & Water absorption test
5. Stripping value test
Tests on cement& concrete
1. Fineness
2. Std consistency & setting time of cement
3. Soundness
4. Compressive strength
Concrete
1. Concrete Mix design
2. Compressive Strength
3. Flexural strength
Course outcomes:
After the completion of the course students should have
• Acquired the expertise to conduct various tests on soil, aggregates, cement and concrete
Text Books:
1. Khanna, S.K., Justo, C.E.G., and Veeraragavan, A., `Highway Materials and Pavement
Testing’, Nem Chand and Bros, Roorkee
2. Gambhir, M. L., ‘Concrete Manual’, Dhanpat Rai and sons New Delhi
Reference Books:
1. Relevant IS and IRC codes
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Course Title: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND IPR

SEMESTER – I
Subject Code 18RM117 CIE Marks 40
Hours/Week
Lecture Hours
CREDITS – 02
Course objectives:
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
10 Hours
Module -2
10 Hours
Module -3
10 Hours
Module -4
10 Hours
Module -5
10 Hours
Course outcomes:

• Problem solving.
Reference Books:
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COURSE TITLE: PAVEMENT DETERIORATION AND EVALUATION

SEMESTER – II
Subject Code 18 CHT 21 CIE Marks 40
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand the structural and functional requirements of pavements and also to carry out the structural
and functional evaluation of both flexible and rigid pavements
2. To evaluate new pavement materials through various approaches such as model pavement studies, test
track studies etc.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1: Introduction to pavement evaluation
Structural and functional requirements of flexible and rigid pavements. Distress and 10 Hours
different types of failures in pavements. Functional and structural deterioration of
flexible and rigid pavements, Deterioration models.
Module -2:
Structural and functional evaluation of pavements- Structural deterioration of 10 Hours
pavements, causes, effects, methods of treatment. Structural evaluation of flexible
pavements by Rebound deflection method, Analysis of data, interpretation and
applications, design of overlay. "Use of FWD and other methods for evaluation of
flexible and rigid pavements and their application. Problems. Rating methods. Use of
modern equipment for pavement surface condition measurements.
Module -3
Functional deterioration of pavements, causes, effects, methods of treatment. Pavement 10 Hours
surface condition - Causes, effects, methods of measurement. Functional evaluation and
treatment of: a) Pavement slipperiness b) Riding quality and unevenness c) Rutting d) Cracking
e) Potholes f) Edge breaking etc. Rating methods. Use of modern equipment for pavement
surface condition measurements. Analysis of data, interpretation and application.
Module -4:
Discussion on choice of overlay type and pavement materials over existing flexible and rigid 10 Hours
pavements, with different degrees of distress.
Module -5:
Evaluation of new pavement materials, model studies, pavement testing under controlled 10 Hours
conditions, accelerated testing and evaluation methods.
Test track studies. Instrumentation for pavement testing.
Course outcomes:
• Understand the failure mechanism in pavements and suggest suitable corrective measures.
• Analyse and evaluate structural and functional adequacy of pavements
1. Scholarship of Knowledge.
3. Critical thinking
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Text Books:
1. Hass R., Hudson. W. R., Zaniewisti .J. “Modern Pavement Management” – Krieger Publishing
Company, Florida, 1994.
2. David and Paul Croney, “Design and performance of road pavements”- third edition, Mc Graw
hill, 1998.
Reference Books:
1. Per Ulitz “Pavement Analysis” - Elsevier Amsterdam.
2. Highway Hand Book by FAW, Publication from NUS, Singapore.
Thompson Learning
4. IRC 81, 1997, GUIDELINES FOR STRENGTHENING OF FLEXIBLE ROAD PAVEMENTS USING BENKELMAN
BEAM DEFLECTION TECHNIQUE
5. IRC SP 16, 2004 Guidelines for Surface Evenness of Highway Pavements
6. IRC SP 17, Recommendation about Overlays on Cement concrete Pavements
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Course Title: ROAD PROJECTS

SEMESTER – II
CREDITS – 04
1. Prepare project report for new and up-gradation type road works by conducting necessary
feasibility/detailed studies.
2. Conduct the soil and material investigations to understand their behavior and performance.
3. Perform various traffic related studies helping to finalize the project preparations and methods of
forecasting traffic data.
4. Analyse the social impact of road projects and also determine the economic feasibility analysis for
justification of investments.
5. Prepare DPR on road projects with relevant drawings and get the knowledge of tendering process for the
construction.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1: Introduction
Introduction: Various steps of preparation and execution of road projects, Investigations 10 Hours
for preparation of project reports for new and up-gradation of roads. Objects and scope
of pre – feasibility, feasibility and detailed studies for project preparation. Typical HR
structure for preparations and implementation of road projects, Key Acts related to Road
Projects. Salient features of ongoing road projects in India.
Module -2:
Topographic surveys and investigations for finalization of horizontal alignment and 10 Hours
vertical profile of roads, Application of GIS. Soil and other Material surveys and
investigations for availability and choice of basic and alternate materials for road
construction and for soil stabilization. Cross drainage structures and drainage surveys,
Interpretation of survey results.
Traffic Surveys and Traffic forecasting: classified traffic volume, growth rate,
projected traffic for assessing road way requirements, origin- destination
characteristics and studies, Axle load / wheel load studies using weigh bridges and
analysis of data for pavement design
Module -3
Geometric Design and General elements: Geometrical elements of rural and urban roads – 10 Hours
Cross sectional elements, horizontal and vertical alignment, Intersections-requirements,
capacity of roads, road way facilities: Pedestrian facilities, bus bays, truck lay byes, traffic,
medical and vehicle aid posts, street lighting, road safety audit, road safety furniture, Mx
ROAD
Module -4:
Environmental Impact Assessment: Objectives, procedure of environmental impact 10 Hours
assessment, socio economic survey, mitigation measures, Landscaping and tree
plantation, implementation of environment management plan, Key environmental
legislations, clearances required for road project- environmental, forest, CRZ, wild
life, air, noise quality standards
Module -5:
Preparation of DPR design details, estimates, BOQ, drawings and detailed project 10 Hours
report, use of software
Tendering process - Preparation of tender documents for different types of road projects,
tender evaluation. Salient clauses of tender document, tender evaluation – technical and
financial.
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Course outcomes:
1. Prepare project report for new and up-gradation type road works by conducting necessary
feasibility/detailed studies.
2. Conduct the soil and material investigations to understand their behavior and performance.
3. Analyze the surveys and investigations and select geometry of road
4. Understand the contract document, evaluation and contract management for road projects Analyse the
social impact of road projects and also determine the economic feasibility analysis for justification of
investments.
5. Prepare DPR on road projects with relevant drawings and get the knowledge of tendering process for the
construction. .
• Engineering Knowledge.
• Design / development of solutions (partly).
Text Books:
1. Dr. L.R.Kadyali, Dr. N.B.Lal, “Principles and Practices of Highway Engineering,, Khanna
Publishers
Reference Books:
1. IRC: SP:19 - 2001, Manual for Survey, “Investigation and Preparation of Road Projects”-
(first revision), Indian Roads Congress
2. IRC: SP: 30 - 1993, “Manual on Economic Evaluation of Highway”- Projects in India (first
revision), Indian Roads Congress
3. IRC SP – 38,”Manual for Road Investment Decision Model”-1992, Indian Roads Congress
4. IRC : 9-1972, 35 – 1997,38-1988, 39-1986, 52-2001, 54-974, 62-1976, 64-1990, 66-1976,
67-2001, 69-1977, 73-1980, 79-1981, 80-1981, 86-1983, 98-1997, 99-1988, 103-1988, 104-
1988, 110-1996
5. MoRTH “Specifications for Road Bridge Works”- 2001, fourth revision, Indian Roads
Congress
6. MoRTH “Standard and Bidding Document Procurement of Civil Works”- Part I and II,
2000, Indian Roads Congress MoRTH “Model Concession Agreement for Small Road
Projects”-2000, Indian Roads Congress
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COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY PLANNING AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS

SEMESTER – II
CREDITS – 04
Course objectives:
The objective of this course is to make students learn Highway Planning, Highway Engineering
Economics, principle, supply and demand models, equilibrium & sensitivity of travel demand Elasticity,
Economic analysis & Highway financing
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Highway Planning – Objects, need for highway planning, types of planning, planning 10 Hours
surveys, Interpretation, Preparation of Master plans, NTP and NTPC in India. Traffic
studies – Volume study, types of volume counts viz, key count, control counts, coverage
counts etc. Estimation of future traffic by different approaches, speed studies, load meter
study.
Module -2
20 year road development plan including 1st and 2nd 20 year plan in brief and 3rd and 4th 10 Hours
20 year plan in detail, Land use planning, Land use development – models, problems
on the above topics, Highway Planning in India.
Module -3
Highway Engineering Economics, principle, supply and demand models, 10 Hours
equilibrium, sensitivity of travel demand, Elasticities – types, models (Kraft demand
model) consumer surplus cost – cost elasticity pricing and subsidy policies, rates of
interest, Vehicle operation cost, direct and indirect benefits due to road improvement,
Total transportation cost, fixed and variable costs. Road user cost studies in India.
Module -4
Economic analysis, different methods, determination of annual cost, benefit cost ratio, 10 Hours
IRR, FIRR, NPV. Sensitivity of economic analysis, Examples of economic analysis for
different types of road improvement measures, pavement options, construction of
bypasses and upgrading of intersections. Project priorities, methods of dealing with
uncertainties.
Module -5
Highway financing, various options for road and bridge projects, special cess, tolling, 10 Hours
BOT, BOOT and other options. Economic and financial analysis of highway projects
and use of computer software packages. Road investment decision packages.
Course outcomes:
On completion of this course, Students would be able to prepare highway plans, Land use planning and
development models. They will be able to carry out economic and financial analysis of highway projects.
Graduate Attributes
• Engineering Knowledge.
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Text Books:
1. Kadiyali L.R. “Traffic Engineering and Transport Planning”-Khanna Publishers, New Delhi.
2. Jotin Chisty.C and Kent Lall B “Transportation Engineering An Introduction”- PHI, New Delhi.
Reference Books:
1. Prasanna Chandra “Financial Management”-Tata McGraw, New Delhi.
2. Woods K.B, Berry, D.S. and Goetz W.H, “Highway Engineering”-McGraw Hill Book Co.
3. Hewes C.I. and Oglesby, C.H., “Highway Engineering”-Asia Publishing House.
4. Ian G. Heggie, “Transportation Engineering Economics”-McGraw Hill Book Co.
5. “Road User Cost Study in India”- Final Report, Central Road Research Institute, New Delhi,
1982.
6. Kadiyali, L.R., et al, “Value of Travel Time Savings” - Traffic Engineering, HRB
7. Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, “Road Development Plan for India”- 2001-2021, Indian
Roads Congress, New Delhi, 2002.
Standard Data Book on Highway Technology issued by the University may be referred in the P.G
Examination of VTU.
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Course Title: CONSTRUCTION PLANNING, EQUIPMENT AND MANAGEMENT

SEMESTER – II
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand the highway planning process and difficulties or failures associated with planning
process.
2. Understands the cost of materials, man power and equipment in budget preparations for highway
projects.
3. Identify suitable equipment and their selection in the production of pavement materials.
4. Analyse the various tasks involved in a road project and sequence them for effective and optimum
outcome using tools like CPM and PERT.
5. Use the software or management tools to manage the resources, cost and duration of equipment.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Various types of highway development projects in progress in India and their 10 Hours
scope. Factors to be considered in planning of new highway /expressway / bypass
and up-gradation of existing roads.
Planning of Road Projects –project management framework, scope, project

objectives, project environment, causes of project failure, project development
process
Module -2
Resource planning – human resources, project man power grouping, structuring 10 Hours
site organisation, construction materials- classification of construction materials,
materials usage, materials inventory, cost and budget
Module -3
Road construction equipment and choice – different types of excavators, 10 Hours
graders, soil compactors / rollers, pavers and other equipment for construction of
different pavement layers – their uses and choice Problem on equipment usage
charges.
Type, capacity and number, task considerations, cost considerations,
engineering considerations, equipment acquisition options, optimum location of
crushing and mixing plants, problems.
Module -4
Time planning – project work breakdown, determining activities involved, 10 Hours
assessment of duration, CPM / PERT network analysis, work scheduling, methods
of work scheduling, factors affecting work scheduling, Problems.
Module -5
Planning Control System – resource production, project cost, project time, 10 Hours
codification and project management, information system, use of software
Course outcomes:
1. Understand the highway planning process and difficulties or failures associated with planning
process.
2. Understands the cost of materials, man power and equipment in budget preparations for highway
projects.
3. Identify suitable equipment and their selection in the production of pavement materials.
4. Analyse the various tasks involved in a road project and sequence them for effective and optimum
outcome using tools like CPM and PERT.
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5. Use the software or management tools to manage the resources, cost and duration of equipment.
Graduate Attributes
• Project management and finance
Text Books:
1. K.K. Chitkara. “Construction Project Management Planning, Scheduling and Controlling”-
Tata McGraw Hill publications
2. S.C. Sharma “Construction Equipment and its Management”- Khanna Publishers
Reference Books:
1. Peurifoy / Schexnayder “Construction Planning, Equipment and Methods”-Tata Mc Graw Hill
Publications
2. IRC “A Manual for the Application of Critical Path Method to Highway Projects in India”
3. Nhai.org, pmgsy.nic.in websites
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Course Title: DESIGN OF BRIDGE AND GRADE SEPARATED STRUCTURES

SEMESTER – II
Hours/Week
Lecture Hours
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand the types and components of a bridge with specifications for designing them for
highways.
2. Understand the use of different types of bridge bearings, their installation and maintenance aspects
under the action of vehicular loads.
3. Understand the design aspects of bridge approaches for RCC, PSC and Steel bridges.
4. Analyse the loading conditions on the bridges and design the elements as per IRC load specifications.
5. Understand the quality control measures during the execution of bridges both for substructure and
super structure portions of the bridge.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction to Bridges: Basic Elements of a Bridge. 10 Hours
Types of bridges and grade separated structures for highways, standard
specifications for road bridges and grade separated structures to fulfill traffic and
Structural and Hydraulic design requirements.
Module -2
Bridge bearings, joints, approaches, construction and maintenance aspects. 10 Hours
Module -3
Basic design approaches of RCC, PSC and steel bridges superstructure. Types of 10 Hours
bridges for IRC loading conditions
Module -4
General Design Considerations for grade separated structures and their choices, 10 Hours
IRC Class AA Tracked and Wheeled Loading Analysis, Problems.
Module -5
Introduction to Construction Specification and quality control: 10 Hours
for foundations and substructures of bridges and Grade separated Interchanges
– Types, warrants and Design standards. Concept of evaluation of existing bridge
structures. Methods of rehabilitation and widening.
Course outcomes:
1. Design the components of a bridge following the specifications for highways.
2. Get the knowledge of bridge bearings, their installation and maintenance aspects to withstand
vehicular loads.
3. Understand the design aspects of bridge approaches for RCC, PSC and Steel bridges.
4. Analyse the IRC loading conditions for the design of bridges.
5. Understand the quality control measures during the execution of bridges both for substructure and
super structure portions of the bridge.
Graduate Attributes
• Collaborative and multidisciplinary work
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Text Books:
1. D.Johnson Victor, “Essentials of bridge Engineering”- Oxford, IBH publishing company.
2. Ponnuswamy, “Bridge Engineering”-McGraw Hill Publication, 1989.
Reference Books:
3.Vazirani Ratwani & M.G.Aswani, “Design of Concrete Bridges”- Khanna Publishers, New Delhi
4. “Design of Bridges”- Dr. Krishna Raju, Oxford & IBH Publishing company Limited.
5. “Analysis and design of Bridges”- M.A.Jayaram, Sapna Publishers, Bangalore.
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Course Title: GROUND IMPROVEMENT TECHNIQUES

SEMESTER – II
CREDITS – 04
Course objectives:
This course will enable students to:
• Introduce the various types of improvement methods of engineering properties soils
• Introduce the application of engineering methods to ground improvement projects
• Basic knowledge on various ground improvement techniques and their suitability for various types of soil
conditions
• The skills of implementation of geotechnical knowledge in field situations
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction - Need and objectives of ground improvement, classification of ground 10 Hours
modification techniques, trends in ground improvement, Engineering properties of
soft, weak and compressible deposits; Principles of treatment; Methods of
compaction: Blasting, dynamic consolidation, pre-compression and compaction piles.
Module -2
Methods of dewatering: Open sumps and ditches, well point system, electro- 10 Hours
osmosis, Vacuum dewatering wells; pre-loading without and with sand drains, strip
drains and rope drains.
Stabilization: With admixtures like cement, lime, calcium chloride, fly ash and
bitumen. Methods of soil improvement-lime stabilization and injection; thermal,
electrical and chemical methods.
Module -3
Soil reinforcement: Reinforcing materials, concept of confinement, Gabbion walls; 10 Hours
Dynamic consolidation, Vibroflotation, Pre-consolidation with vertical drains,
Granular piles, Soil nailing, Anchors & Thermal methods.
Module -4
Improvement of Foundation Soils 10 Hours
(a) Improvement of granular soils: Terms used to describe degree of compactness –
relative density, density ratio and degree of compaction; Methods-Vibration at ground
surface, factors influencing roller compaction; deep dynamic compaction, vibro-
compaction impact at depth.
(b) Improvement of cohesive soils: Preloading, or dewatering, methods of installing:
sand drains, drain wicks, electrical and thermal methods.
Module -5
Grouting: Materials of grouting, grouting techniques and control; purpose, functions, 10 Hours
types of grouts; soil bentonite - cement mix; Emulsions & solutions; grout injection
methods; Geo-synthetics: types, functions & Classification of geo-textiles. Specific
Applications: Bearing capacity improvement, reinforcement, Retaining walls,
embankment etc. (b) Improvement of cohesive soils: preloading, or dewatering, methods
of installing sand drains drain wicks, electrical and thermal methods.
(c) Grouting: purpose, functions, types of grouts; soil bentonite - cement mix, cement mix,
emulsions, solutions: grout injection methods.
(d) Geo-synthetics: types, functions, manufacturing of geo-textiles, Classification of geo-
textiles. Specific Applications: Bearing capacity improvement, reinforcement, retaining
walls, embankment etc. testing of geo-synthetics, usage in India and case study.
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Course outcomes:
1. Analyse the need for ground improvement in weak and soft soils with likely modifications to improve their
performance.
2. Decide on suitable dewatering method in soils to improve their performance as highway material.
3. Apply appropriate soil strengthening techniques by stabilisation using either by lime, cement, flyash or
bitumen.
4. Evaluate the strengthening techniques by reinforcing bars or anchoring methods depending on the type of
soil.
5. Use ground improvement techniques such as geo-synthetics or grouting for cohesive soils.
Graduate Attributes
Text Books:
1. Manfred R. Hansmann - Engineering principles of ground modification - Me. Graw-Hill pub.
Co., NewYork.
2. Robert M. Koerner - Construction and Geotechnical methods in Foundation Engineering -
MC.Graw-Hill Pub. Co., New York.
Reference Books:
1. Winterkorn and Fang - Foundation Engineering Hand Book - Van Nostrand Reinhold Co.,New
York.
2. Aris C. Stamatopoulos & Panaghiotis C. Kotzios - Soil Improvement by Preloading – John
Wiley & Sons Inc. Canada.
3. P. Purushothama Rao - Ground Improvement Techniques - Laxmi Publications
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Course Title: SOIL MECHANICS FOR ENGINEERS

SEMESTER – I
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand the properties and behavior as a highway material under the application of wheel loads.
2. Understand and compare the shear strength of soil and stability of slopes when used as subgrade soil
and embankment fills or cut slopes
3. Understand the permeability characteristics of soils to design proper drainage system and various
investigations required to assess the soil properties.
4. Understand the type and soil composition affecting the surface runoff and sub-surface water flow in
order to design proper drainage system.
5. Analyse lack of strength or instability problems in soils due to soil formation or any other reasons and
propose suitable strengthening methods for the same.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction: Soil Mechanics applications to Highway / Infrastructure 10 Hours
Engineering. Soil formations, Types, Regional Soil deposits of India, Index
properties, their determination, importance, various soil classification systems, HRB
classification, problems on these.
Soil Compaction: Introduction, Lab Tests, Factors affecting, Structure & Engg
behavior of compacted cohesive soil, Field compaction specifications, Field
compaction control, Different types of Equipments used for compaction, their
choice.
Module -2
Shear strength of soil: Introduction, Importance, Measurements, shear strength of 10 Hours
clay, Sand, Elastic properties of soil – Tangent, Secant modulus, Stress – Strain
curves, Poisson’s ratio, Shear Modulus.
Stability of slopes: Introduction, Types, Different methods of analysis of slopes for
Øu+0 & C-Ø soil, Location of most critical circle, Earth dam slopes stability,
Taylor’s stability number. Effect of Earthquake Force, problems on above.
Module -3
Permeability of soil: Darcy’s Law, Validity, Soil-water system, Types, 10 Hours
Determination of permeability, problems.
Site Investigation: Introduction, Planning exploration programmes, Methods,
Samplers, SPT, Subsoil investigation Report, Geophysical methods.
Module -4
Highway Drainage: Introduction, Importance, Surface drainage, Sub-surface 10 Hours
drainage, methods, Design of subsurface drainage system, Road construction in
water logged areas, Landslides – definition, classifies, factors producing.
Module -5
Reinforced Earth structures Introduction, Components, Advantages, Types of 10 Hours
stability – external, Internal, (No problems), Geo textiles – types, Functions, their
uses in road embankments and railway works, other uses.
Course outcomes:
1. Analyse the wheel load effects on pavement materials
2. Evaluate and compare the shear strength of soil and stability of slopes when used as pavement
component.
3. Design proper drainage system by knowing the permeability characteristics of soils.
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4. Design surface runoff and sub-surface drainage system as per field conditions
5. Propose suitable strengthening methods for soil from the knowledge of lack of strength or instability
in soils.
Text Books:
1. “Basic and Applied soil Mechanics”, Gopal Ranjan, ASR Rao, New Age International
Publishers.
2. “Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engg”, Dr.B.C. Punmia, Ashok Kumar Jain, Arun Kumar
Jain, Laxmi Publications (P) Ltd, 16th edition.
3. “Highway Engg”, S.K. Khanna, C.E.G. Justo, 5th edition.
Reference Books:
1. “Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engg” – K.R. Arora Standard Publishers Distributors.
2. “Soil Mechanics for road Engineers” – HMSO, London.
3. IRC – Relevant Codes.
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COURSE TITLE: PLANNING AND DESIGN OF RURAL ROADS

Semester -II
Subject Code 18CHT251/ 18CIM251 CIE Marks 40
CREDITS – 04
1. To understand the factors affecting pavement design and performance of Rural Roads.
2. To relate the concepts of Highway Geometric design to that of Rural roads
3. To design the Special pavements which form alternatives for Rural Roads.
4. To understand the concepts of design of drainage, CD works and small bridges which form
essential structures of Rural roads
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Planning of rural road, planning data base, concept of network planning 10 Hours
Rural roads plan, guidelines laid down in recent 20 year plans and in PMGSY
Road alignment and surveys, governing factors for route selection
Factors controlling alignment; obligatory points, traffic , geometric designs, economy,
special considerations in hilly areas
Module -2
Geometric design standards: classification of rural roads, terrain classification, design 10 Hours
speed, basic principles of geometric design
cross sectional elements, camber, sight distances
Horizontal alignment: general guidelines, super elevation, transition curve, widening and
set back distances, vertical alignment: gradient, grade compensation at curves, valley
curves, alignment compatibility, lateral and vertical clearances
Module -3
Soil and material surveys, soil investigations for low embankment, high embankment, 10 Hours
cut sections, subgrade,
Survey for marginal materials and aggregates/ low grade materials
Artificial aggregates, waste materials, new materials and stabilizers
Design parameters, pavement components
Design of flexible pavement: pavement thickness, pavement surfacing
Design of semi rigid pavement: dry lean concrete / lime flyash concrete bases
Design of rigid pavement: cement concrete pavement
Design of special pavements: concrete block pavement , interlocking concrete block
pavement
Choice of pavement type and materials
Module -4
Types of road drainage, requirements of surface drain; road side drains, shoulder drains, 10 Hours
catch water drains.
Requirements subsurface drain
Cross drains; types, requirements, choice of different types of cross drains
Standard designs of culverts
Standard design of small bridges
Module -5
Selection of materials and methodology, construction techniques, machinery and tools. 10 Hours
Construction of Embankment / subgrade; materials, requirements and construction
operations. Choice and requirements of coarse sand subbase, gravel roads
Course outcomes:
1. Get the knowledge of factors affecting pavement design and performance of rural roads
2. The student will be able to differentiate the design and construction of Low volume rural roads
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with that of the Highways.

3. The students will be able to infer and review the DPRs prepared for construction of Rural Roads
such under PMGSY
Text Books:
1. Khanna, S.K., Justo, C.E.G., and Veeraragavan, A.,`Highway Materials and Pavement Testing’,
Nem Chand and Bros, Roorkee
Reference Books:
1. IRC SP 20 Rural Roads Manual
2. Ministry of Rural Road Development
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Course Title: PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Semester -II
CREDITS – 03
Course objectives:
To make students learn evaluation and prediction of pavement performance, to learn Ranking and economic
optimization of pavement maintenance and rehabilitation and management.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction: Components & principals of pavement management systems, pavement 10 Hours
maintenance measures, planning investment, research management.
Pavement Performance Evaluation: general concepts, serviceability, pavement distress
survey systems, performance evaluation
Module -2
Pavement Performance Prediction: Concepts, modeling techniques, structural condition 10 Hours
deterioration models, mechanistic and empirical models, HDM and other models,
comparison of different deterioration models. Functional condition deterioration models,
unevenness prediction models and other models, comparison. Modeling in rehabilitation
budget planning, case studies, Problems.
Module -3
Ranking and Optimization Methodologies: Recent developments, sample size selection, 10 Hours
economic optimization of pavement maintenance and rehabilitation
Module -4
Design alternatives and Selection: Design objectives and constraints, basic structural 10 Hours
response models, physical design inputs, alternate pavement design strategies and
economic evaluation, reliability concepts in pavement engineering, life cycles costing,
analysis of alternate pavement strategies based on distress and performance, case studies
and Problems.
Module -5
Expert systems and Pavement Management: Role of computers in pavement 10 Hours
management, applications of expert systems for managing pavements, expert system for
pavement evaluation and rehabilitation, knowledge – based expert systems, case studies.
Implementation of Pavement Management Systems.
Course outcomes:
On completion of this course, Students would be able to design alternate pavement management systems
based on life cycle cost analysis.
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Text Books:
1. Ralph Hass, Ronald Hudson and Zanieswki, “Modern Pavement management”- Krieger
Publications.
2. W. Ronald Hudson, Ralph Haas and Waheed Uddin, ‘Infrastructure Management’- Mc Graw Hill
Reference Books:
1. Proceedings of North American Conference on Managing Pavement.
2. Proceedings of International Conference on Structural Design of Asphalt Pavements.
3. NCHRP, TRR and TRB Special Reports.
4. Freddy L Roberts, Prithvi S Kandhal et al, “Hot Mix Asphalt Materials, mixture design and
construction”- (2nd Edition), National Asphalt Pavement Association Research and Education
Foundation, Maryland, USA.
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Course Title: URBAN PUBLIC TRANSPORT

SEMESTER – I
CREDITS – 03
1. Understand the various options for urban public transportation and recommend suitable mode for the
given situation.
2. Conduct economic analysis between different transport modes and suggest most economical and
efficient mode under the given set of conditions.
3. Understand the management of public transport system and developing strategies for efficient
functioning of the system.
4. Carry out the evaluation of capacities of the system parameters such as routes, junctions, stations etc,
to know the performance of the system.
5. Forecast the future transportation needs and variations in system components so as to plan for the
transportation system requirements.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
System and Technologies: Urban passenger transportation modes, transit 10 Hours
classifications and definitions, theory of urban passenger transport modes, rail
transit, bus transit, Metro and Mono Rail, Para transit and ride sharing,
designing for pedestrians, trends in transit rider ship and use of different modes.
Module -2
Comparing Alternatives: Comparing costs, comparative analysis, operational and 10 Hours
technological characteristics of different rapid transit modes, evaluating rapid
transit, Problems.
Module -3
Planning: Transportation system management, system and service planning, 10 Hours
financing public transportation, management of public transportation, public
transportation marketing.
Module -4
Transit System Evaluation: Definition of quantitative performance attributes, 10 Hours
transit lane capacity, way capacity, station capacity, theoretical and practical
capacities of major transit modes, quantification of performance, Problems.
Module -5
Urban traffic: Classification of transportation systems, conventional 10 Hours
transportation systems, non-conventional transportation systems, prototypes and
tomorrow's solutions, analysis and interpretation of information on
transportation systems, perspectives of future transportation.
Course outcomes:
1. Understand the various options for urban public transportation and recommend suitable mode for the
given situation.
2. Conduct economic analysis between different transport modes and suggest most economical and
efficient mode under the given set of conditions.
3. Understand the management of public transport system and developing strategies for efficient
functioning of the system.
4. Carry out the evaluation of capacities of the system parameters such as routes, junctions, stations etc,
to know the performance of the system.
5. Forecast the future transportation needs and variations in system components so as to plan for the
transportation system requirements.
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Text Books:
1. George E. Gray and Lester A. Hoel, 'Public Transportation', Prentice Hall, New Jersey.
2. Vukan R. Vuchic, 'Urban Public Transportation Systems and Technology’, Prentice Hall Inc.,
New Jersey.
Reference Books:
1. Horst R. Weigelt, Rainer E. Gotz, Helmut H. Weiss,' City Traffic - A Systems Digest', Van
Nostrand Reinhold Company, New York
2. John W. Dickey,' Metropolitan Transportation Planning', Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Co..
New Delhi
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Course Title: ROAD SAFETY ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT

SEMESTER – II
Subject Code 18CHT 254 CIE Marks 40
CREDITS – 04
1. Analyze the effect of driver characteristics, roadway characteristics, climatic factors on highway
safety.
2. Plan and design a road safety improvement program..
3. Analyze accident data and suggest safety measures.
4. Conduct road safety audit..
5. Interpret accident data using statistical analysis.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction to safety: Road accidents, Trends, causes, Collision and Condition 10 Hours
diagrams, Highway safety, human factors, Vehicle factors Road Safety Management
System: Multi-causal dynamic systems approach to safety, crash vs accident, road safety
improvement strategies, elements of a road safety plan, Safety Data Needs.
Module -2
Statistical Interpretation and Analysis of Crash Data: Before-after methods in crash 10 Hours
analysis, Advanced statistical methods, Black Spot Identification & Investigations,
Case Studies.
Module -3
Road Safety Audits: Key elements of a road safety audit, Road Safety Audits & 10 Hours
Investigations, Crash investigation and analysis, Describe methods for identifying
hazardous road locations, Case Studies.
Module -4
Crash Reconstruction: Describe the basic information that can be obtained from the 10 Hours
roadway surface, Understand basic physics related to crash reconstruction, speed for
various skid, friction, drag, and acceleration scenarios, variables involved in jump and
flip crashes, variables involved in pedestrian crashes, Case Studies.
Module -5
Mitigation Measures: Accident prevention by better planning, Accident prevention by 10 Hours
better design of roads, Crash Countermeasures, Highway operation and accident control
measures, Highway Safety Measures during construction, Highway geometry and safety.
Course outcomes:
1. Analyze the effect of driver characteristics, roadway characteristics, climatic factors on highway
safety..
2. Plan and design a road safety improvement program..
3. Analyze accident data and suggest safety measures.
4. Conduct road safety audit..
5. Interpret accident data using statistical analysis.
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Text Books:
1. V.F. Babkov “Road Conditions and Traffic Safety”, Mir Publishers.
2. Pignataro , “ Traffic Engineering”, John wiley & sons.
3. Nicholas J Garber, Lester A Hoel, “Traffic & Highway Engineering”- Third edition,
Thompson Learning
Reference Books:
1. Ezra Hauer, Observational Before-After Studies in Road Safety, Pergamon Press, 1997
2. (reprinted 2002)
3. Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), The Traffic Safety Toolbox: A Primer on Traffic
Safety, ITE, 1999.
4. J. Stannard Baker, Traffic Collision Investigation, Northwestern University Center for Public Safety,
2002.
5. Leonard Evans, Traffic Safety, Science Serving Society, 2004.
6. Lynn B. Fricke, Traffic Accident Reconstruction, Northwestern University Center for Public Safety,
1990.
7. Ogden, K.W. Safer Roads: A Guide to Road Safety Engineering. Avebury Technical, 1996.
8. Popkess C.A, Traffic Control and Road Accident Prevention, Chapman and Hall, 1997
9. Rune Elvik and Truls Vaa, The Handbook of Road Safety Measures, Elsevier, 2004.
10. Simon Washington, Matthew Karlaftis, and Fred Mannering, Statistical and Econometric Methods
for Transportation Data Analysis, Chapman & Hall/CRC Press, 2003.
11. Towards Safe Roads in Developing country, TRL – ODA, 2004
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COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY MATERIALS LAB - 2

SEMESTER – II
Subject Code 18CHT L26 CIE Marks 40
CREDITS – 02
Course objectives:
The objective of this course is to make students learn
• The procedure and test the basic properties of bitumen and modified binders, learn bituminous
mix design
• Learn field tests on pavement evaluation
Modules
Tests on bitumen / polymer modified binders
1. Penetration test
2. Viscosity test
3. Specific gravity test
4. Flash and fire point test
5. Ductility and elastic recovery test
6. Softening point test and separation test
7. Tests on bitumen Emulsion & Cutback bitumen
Tests on bituminous mixes
1. Proportioning of materials by Rothfutch’s method and Mix design by Marshall Method.
2. Bitumen Extraction, bitumen content and aggregate gradation
Field Tests on Pavement evaluation
1. Benkelman Beam deflection studies & analysis
2. Measurement of Unevenness by Merlin & Bump integrator
3. Calibration of Bump Integrator
Course outcomes:
After the completion of the course students should have
• Acquired the expertise to conduct various tests on binder, modified binders and bituminous
mixes.
• Gained knowledge on various field tests for the pavement evaluation

References:
1. Relevant IS and IRC codes
2. Khanna, S.K., Justo, C.E.G., and Veeraragavan, A., `Highway Materials and Pavement
Testing’, Nem ChandandBros,Roorkee
3. Gambhir, M. L., ‘Concrete Manual’, Dhanpat Rai and sons New Delhi
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Course Title: SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ROAD CONSTRUCTION

SEMESTER – III
Subject Code 18CHT 31 CIE Marks 40
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand the difficulties of road construction in weak and marshy soils and necessary precautions
to be taken during design and construction.
2. Understand the methods of strengthening soil fills and embankments to improve their performance as
pavement component layer.
3. Understand the difficulties associated with construction of high embankments and maintaining
stability of hill slopes with precautions to be taken.
4. Understand the use of recycled materials in road construction including milled bituminous waste with
necessary design methodology.
5. Understand the design and construction of roads in coastal and desert environments with exclusive
exposure conditions.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Problems of construction of roads in marshy areas and weak / expansive 10 Hours
soils and water- logged - areas. Various effective measures for solving the
problems, machinery required and method of construction. Control of water table,
capillary rise and seepage flow in road construction. Design and construction of
filter drains and capillary cut-off. Construction of subgrade in marshy areas and
weak / expansive soils and water- logged - areas.
Module -2
Methods of strengthening weak foundation soil, acceleration of consolidation and 10 Hours
settlement of compressible embankment foundation, vertical sand drains -
application, design and construction method.
Module -3
Problems in construction of high embankments, stability of foundation and 10 Hours
embankment slopes. Stability of hill slopes, control of erosion.
Module -4
Use of special materials such as geo-synthetics for drainage and in pavement 10 Hours
layers. Use of reinforced earth retaining walls, Nailing Technique, Techniques of
pavement construction using recycled materials – cold and hot mix recycling of
bituminous materials.
Module -5
Special construction techniques - construction techniques of cell filled concrete 10 Hours
pavements – design, economics and construction method, and its application. Road
construction on desert region and coastal areas, alternative methods, Special
problems in construction & maintenance of hill roads, land slide, causes,
investigation, and preventive and remedial measures, protection of embankment and
cut slopes.
Course outcomes:
1. Get the knowledge about the difficulties of road construction in weak and marshy soils and the
precautions to be taken.
2. Suggest improvement methods of strengthening soil fills and embankments to be a pavement layer.
3. Know the difficulties associated with construction of high embankments and maintaining hill slopes
stability.
4. Use recycled materials in road construction with appropriate design methods.
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5. Provide design and construction methods for roads in coastal and desert environments.
Text Books:
1. R.M. Koerner “Designing with Geosynthetics”- 4th Edition Prentice Hall, New Jerssey, 1997.
2. DSIR “Soil Mechanics for Road Engineers”– HMSO, London, 1954.
Reference Books:
1. IRC-75 “Guidelines for the design of High embankments”- IRC, 1979.
2. Leonards G.A. “Foundation engineering”- McGraw Hill Book Company, New York, 1962.
3. Cedgreen H.R. “Drainage of highway and airfield pavement”- John Willey and Sons.Inc.,
New York, 1974.
4. G. Kassiff M. Livnet. G. Wisemen “Pavements on Expansive clays”– Jerusalem Academy
Press, Jerusalem. Israel, 1969.
5. R.D. Krebs & R.D.Walker “Highway Materials”- McGraw Hill Book House, New York,
1971.
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Course Title: CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

SEMESTER – IV
CREDITS – 04
• Course objectives:
• This course will enable students to
• Understand the various types of contracts
• Understand the use and effect of contracts in construction industry
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction to contracts: Definitions, Essentials for a legally valid contract, Salient 10 Hours
features of contract, Discharging of a contract, Documents for an Engineering
Contract; Types of contracts: Classification Based on Tendering Process, Economic
Consideration, Applicability of the various types of contracts in Construction.
Module -2
Tendering process: Definitions, List of Documents, EMD, Security Deposit, Invitation 10 Hours
for Tenders and sale of Documents, Preparation of Tender Documents and its
submission, Receipt of Tender Documents and its opening, Evaluation of Tender and
Award of contract–Letter of Award, Letter of Intent, Issues in tendering process: Pre -
Registration, Pre-Qualification, Nominated Tendering, Rejection of Tenders, Repeat
Orders, Revocation of Tenders, Unbalanced Bidding.
Module -3
Administration/Performance of contract: Responsibilities (Duties and Liabilities) of 10 Hours
Principal & Contractor, Monitoring and Quality control/assurance, Settlement of
claims − Advances, Bills, Extension for time, Extras & Variations, Cost Escalations.
Security Deposit, Retention Money, Performance Bond, Liquidated Damages,
Penalties, Statutory Requirements.
Module -4
Breach of contract: Definition and Classification, Common Breaches by – Principal, 10 Hours
Contractor, Damage Assessment, Claims for Damages.
Module -5
Dispute resolution: General, Methods for dispute resolution−Negotiations, Mediation, 10 Hours
Conciliation, Dispute Resolution Boards, Arbitration, Litigation /Adjudication by
courts. Conciliation − Appointment of Conciliator, Role of Conciliator, Special
Features of Conciliation Dispute Resolution Boards (DRB), Constitution of DRB,
Functioning of DRB, Procedure for Hearings, Status of
Award.
Course outcomes:
The Students will be able to understand the need of contract management
Steps involved in preparing contracts and types of contracts
Importance of arbitration

Scholarship of Knowledge.
Problem Analysis.
Design / development of solutions (partly).
Ethical practices and social responsibility
The question paper will have ten questions.
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Each full question consists of 12 marks.

There will be 2 full questions (with a maximum of four sub questions) from each module.
Each full question will have sub questions covering all the topics under a module.
Text Books:
1. Albett Robert W., (1961/Latest Edition) "Engineering Contracts and Specifications”, John Willey
and Sons, New York.
2. Patil B. S. (2009) “Civil Engineering Contracts and Estimates”, University Press.
Reference Books:
1. John G. Betty (1993/ Latest Edition) “Engineering Contracts”, McGraw Hills.
2. Vasavada B. J., (1997), “Engineering Contracts and Arbitration”, (Self Publication by Jyoti B.
Vasavada).
3. Vaid K.N., (1998) "Global perspective on International Construction Contracting Technology
and Project Management", NICMAR, Mumbai
4. Prakash V. A., (1997) “Contracts Management in Civil Engineering Projects”, NICMAR,
Mumbai.
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Course Title: MAINTENANCE & REHABILITATION OF STRUCTURES

SEMESTER – IV
Subject Code 18CHT322/18CHT322 /CIE Marks 40
CREDITS – 04
• Learning the structural properties for causing failures
• Identification of failure phenomenon; New approach in the design aspects
Understanding the concept of serviceability and durability
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Maintenance, Repair and Rehabilitation: Facets of maintenance - Assessment procedure 10 Hours
for evaluating a damaged structure; Inspections, study of soil report, existing as built
drawings, variation in design loads etc.
Causes of distress - foundation, floor, walls, roof etc.
Durability of materials - types of problems in components such as foundations,
roofs, floors, walls, etc., Safety evaluation of existing structures - failure patterns
and controls. Causes of Deterioration, preventive measurements and
maintenance.
Module -2
Investigation and Diagnosis: General Considerations - Observation - Characteristics of 10 Hours
materials; Diagnosis of construction failures;
Field and Laboratory Testing: Destructive Testing; Non-Destructive Testing –
Rebound Hammer, Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity, Pachometer; Semi-Destructive
Testing: Probe Test, Pull-Out Test, Pull-Off Test, Break-Off Test, Core Test, Half-
Cell Potential Measurements, Resistivity Measurements, Carbonation Depth
Testing, Tests for determining cement content, chloride content and sulphate
content.
Module -3
Repair Materials: Dealing with cracks; Methods of repair in concrete; Corrosion damage 10 Hours
of reinforced concrete, repair and prevention measures.
Corrosion of steel reinforcement: Factors influencing corrosion, corrosion
protection. Masonry deterioration - Surface deterioration, Efflorescence, causes,
prevention and protection.
Module -4
Grouting - Strengthening of existing structures; Special repair methods; 10 Hours
Patching Materials - Resurfacing Materials, Sealing Materials, Water Proofing Materials,
Substrate Preparation.
Refurbishment and Protection Techniques - Routing and Sealing, Stitching,
External Stressing, Resin Injection, Overlays, Sprayed Concrete, Pre-packed
Concrete, Dry packing, Jacketing, Plate Bonding, Protective Coatings, Vacuum
Impregnation; Chloride Extraction; Cathodic Protection.
Module -5
Maintenance: Detection methods and remedial measures; Concrete pavement 10 Hours
maintenance measures and preservation techniques. Examples of repair (case
studies) - Strengthening of flexural members (slabs & beams), compression
members (column), deflection and cracking.
Course outcomes:
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• They can able to understand the mechanisms of degradation of concrete structures and design
durable concrete structures.
• They can learn how to conduct field monitoring and non-destructive evaluation of concrete
structures.
• They can formulate a strategy for repair and rehabilitation by selecting appropriate repair materials
and techniques.

Text Books:
1. Peter H. Emmons, “Concrete Repair and Maintenance”, Galgotia Publishers.
2. S. Champion, “Failure and Repair of Concrete Structures”, John Wiley &Sons.
References:
1. Ted Kay, “Assessment and Renovation of Concrete Structures”, Longman Scientific & Technical
2. R. T. L. AIlen and S. C. Edwards, “Repair of Concrete Structures”, Blackie & Son,1987
3. Sidney M. Johnson ,” Deterioration, Maintenance and Repair of Concrete Structures”, McGraw-
Hill Book
4. P. H. Perkins, “Repair, Protection and Water proofing of Concrete Structures”, E & FN Spon
5. R. N. Raikar, “Diagnosis and Treatment of Structures in Distress” ,Structwel D & C Pvt. Ltd
6. Ransem W. H, “Building Failures”, E & F.N, SPON Ltd, 1981.
7. Ralph Haas, Ronald Hudson and Zaneiswki, “Modern Pavement Management”, Kreiger
Publications.
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Course Title: CONSTRUCTION & DEMOLITION WASTE MANAGEMENT

SEMESTER – IV
CREDITS – 04
1. Focus on the principles of sustainable construction and demolition waste management and resource
efficiency
2. Examining the environmental impact of building materials;
3. Formulating and designing pre−construction and site waste management plans
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Environmental Impact of Building Materials Embodied energy of materials; impact on the 10 Hours
local environment; toxicity of the material; life cycle assessment. Nature and Source
Direct and indirect waste; site types and origins; composition; quantity; current
recycling/reuse potential of building materials.
Module -2
Construction and Demolition Waste Management Plans International good practice; 10 Hours
planning requirements; DoEHLG guidance document; company policy; demolition
plans; site implementation; supplier agreements; sub−contractor management; role
of waste management contractor; training; auditing; skip management; current
markets; current disposal options; health and safety; reporting to local authorities.
Treatment of Construction and Demolition Waste, waste permits; waste licenses; waste
transfer facilities; landfills; treatment technologies; hazardous waste facilities; reporting to
EPA
Module -3
Designing for Waste Prevention and Minimization Waste prevention and minimization; 10 Hours
client, contractor and designer attitudes; proper maintenance of existing buildings; reuse
of existing building structure; design flexibility; design for reuse and recycling;
dimensional co−ordination and standardization; modular design; material selection and
control.
Module -4
Waste Forecasting Tools Application of WRAP's designing out waste tool for buildings 10 Hours
and civil engineering; WRAP net waste tool; BRE SMART Waste; WRAP Site Waste
Management Plan Tracker
Module -5
Future developments Potential future markets; ‘smart' materials; use of eco−materials. 10 Hours
Course outcomes:
• They can able to understand the basic concept of embodied energy of construction materials.
Understand the application of construction and demolition waste to various concrete structures.
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Text Books:
1. Springer, “Recycling and Resource Recovery Engineering”, Springer – Verlag, Berlin Heidelberg
(1996)
2. Greg Winkler, “Recycling Construction and Demolition waste: A LEED - Based Toolkit (Green
Source) (Google ebook), McGraw Hill Professional
References:
1. V M Tam, Chi Ming Tam, “Reuse of Construction and Demolition Waste in Housing Development”,
Nova Science Publishers, 2008.
2. Current Literature.
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Course Title: ROAD CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

SEMESTER – II
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand major equipment used for road construction works along with their working principle.
2. Distinguish the advantages and limitations of the equipment used for earth excavation and grading.
3. Evaluate the production capacity of the plants producing aggregates
4. Understand the knowledge of pavers and form works used to lay flexible and rigid pavements.
5. Workout the cost of hiring the equipment and evaluate optimum turnout from the equipment.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction: Working principle, capacity, rate of production, applications, 10 Hours
advantages and limitations of various types of construction equipment
Module -2
Equipment for earthwork excavation, hauling and spreading : Dozers; power 10 Hours
shovels, Scrappers, Tippers and trucks, Motor graders, - application, types,
production capacity, factors affecting production, optimum number of equipments
for construction. Different types of soil compactors and their applications
Module -3
Plants for aggregates production – different types of crushers, Mixing plants: Pug 10 Hours
mill for WMM, other cold mix plants, Hot mix Plants for bituminous mixes; factors
affecting production capacity, Optimum number and location. Mixing plants for
cement concrete
Module -4
Paving and compacting equipment: Different types of pavers and compacting 10 Hours
equipment for bituminous mixes, Fixed form type paver and Slip form type paver
for CC pavements – their advantages
Miscellaneous Equipment: Kerb casting equipment, road marking equipment,

bitumen sprayers, water tankers
Module -5
Equipment Management: Equipment planning, forecasting equipment 10 Hours
requirement, maintenance, workshop, work study, Selection of Construction
Equipment - task considerations, cost considerations, equipment acquisition options
Course outcomes:
1. Get the knowledge of major equipment used for road construction works along with their working
principle.
2. Distinguish the earth excavation and grading equipment based on their advantages and limitations for
use in road construction.
3. Work out the production capacity of the mixing plants for flexible and rigid pavements producing
different sizes of aggregates.
4. Understand the use of pavers and form works to lay flexible and rigid pavements and the precautions
to be taken while using them.
5. Estimate and find the cost of hiring equipment for construction activity.
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Text Books:
1. Peurifoy/ Schexnayder “Construction Planning, Equipment and Methods”- McGraw-Hill
Higher Education
2. Sharma S.C. “Construction Equipment and its Management”- Khanna Publishers, Delhi
Reference Books:
1. K.K.Chitkara, “Construction Project Management,-Planning, Scheduling and
Controlling”- Tata McGraw –Hill Publications
2. “Operation Manuals of various equipment manufacturers”.
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Course Title: TRANSPORTATION PLANNING

SEMESTER – III
CREDITS – 04
1. Understand the different modes of transportation and factors affecting planning process for an
effective transportation system.
2. Understand the characteristics of mass transit system and methods of collecting traffic data to propose
an effective transport facility.
3. Understand and sources of zonal trip generation or attraction and then inter-zonal trip distribution
methods.
4. Analyse the mode of transport and its impact on transport system and also the methods of assigning
travel trips to various routes for effective management.
5. Understand the mass transportation options and evaluation of the systems for economic sustainability.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction: Characteristics of different modes of transportation; Principles 10 Hours
of co-ordination and operation control, Elements in urban transit system
Transportation Planning Process: Factors to be considered; land use
transportation planning; Systems approach.
Module -2
Transport Surveys: Planning of different types of surveys and interpretation, 10 Hours
travel demand; Traffic surveys for mass transit system planning.
Module -3
Trip Generation and Distribution: Factors governing trip generation and 10 Hours
attraction; Zonal models; Category analysis; Methods of trip distribution;
Application of gravity model.
Module -4
Modal Split and Assignment: Factors affecting modal split; Modal split in 10 Hours
transport planning; principles of traffic assignment; Assignment techniques
Module -5
Evaluation: Identification of corridor; Formulation of plans; Economic 10 Hours
Evaluation.
Mass Transit Systems: capacity, Fleet planning and Scheduling.
Course outcomes:
1. Get the knowledge of different modes of transportation and factors affecting the planning process for
the different modes.
2. Propose effective transport facility for the mass transportation after collecting the data required.
3. Compute the inter-zonal trip generations or attractions and also the trip distributions.
4. Analyse the impact of transport mode on the transport system to understand effective management
along the routes.
5. Evaluate the economic sustainability of the mass transportation systems.

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Text Books:
1. Hutchinson, B.G., “Principles of Urban Transport System Planning”– McGraw Hill Book Co.
2. Kadiyali, L.R., “Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning”– Khanna Publication.
Reference Books:
Thompson Learning
2. Institute of Traffic Engineers – “An Introduction to highway Transportation Engineering”, ITE,
USA
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COURSE TITLE: GIS AND REMOTE SENSING APPLICATIONS IN TRANSPORTATION

ENGINEERING
Semester -II
CREDITS – 04
1. To learn the basic concepts Geographical Information System (GIS), Remote Sensing (RS),
2. To understand these basic concepts in context of transportation and transportation networks.
3. To learn the data needs and database development for doing transportation analysis in GIS
environment.
4. To understand the concepts of transportation networks and algorithms and how they are
incorporated into GIS.
5. To understand how GIS processes can be used for efficient transportation modeling and analysis.
6. To understand various applications of GIS in Transportation (GIS-T) including Intelligent
Transport Systems (ITS) and learn from some case studies.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Concept of GIS and RS. Development of GIS and RS over the period. GIS for 10 Hours
transportation in perspective. GIS, GPS and Transportation.
Land use and Transportation Data: Spatial and Non spatial data for land use and
transportation. Traffic Analysis Zone (TAZ) and screen lines. Network and
Routes.
Module -2
Data base Development: Database domains and transactions. RDBMS and Entity 10 Hours
Relationship (ER) diagram. Data base design
Map Generation and Analysis Concept of map layers. Land cover analysis.
Network creation and linear route building. Map accuracy and location
expression. Generation of Themes and charts.
Module -3
Transportation Network Development and Algorithms: Network development 10 Hours
and management. Network properties. Shortest path algorithms. Transit network
and paths.
Module -4
GIS-T applications: Background and trends of GIS-T application. GIS-T 10 Hours
application areas. Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS): Components of ITS.
Architecture and integration with GIS. Analysis and visualizations of traffic data
in GIS. Integration of GPS and GIS. Case Studies:
Module -5
Transportation, Environment and Hazards: Mapping sensitive Environmental 10 Hours
features; GIS and Transportation related Air Quality; Accidents and Safety
Analysis; Transportation of hazardous Materials.
Course outcomes:
4. Identify the geospatial data and tools required for understanding the transportation
systems
5. Use geospatial methods to analyze the transportation network problems
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6. Apply the geospatial methods in transportation modelling systems

7. Demonstrate the use of geospatial methods in transportation safety and air quality
analysis
Text Books:
1. O'sullivan David, Geographic Information Analysis, John Wiley & Sons, 2003.
2. Longley P. A., Barnsley M. J., Donnay Jean-Paul, Remote Sensing and Urban Analysis, Taylor &
Francis, 2001.
Reference Books:
1. Hensher D. A., Button K. J., Haynes K. E., and Stopher P. R. (Eds.), Handbook of Transport
Geography and Spatial Systems, Elsevier, 2004.
2. Thill Jean-Claude, Geographical Information Systems in Transportation Research, Pergamon,
2000.
3. Caliper Corporation, Travel Demand Modelling with TransCAD, 1998.
4. Michael W., GIS - A Computing Perspective, CRC Press, 2004.
5. Miller HJ and Shaw SL, Geographic Information Systems for Transportation: Principles and
Applications, Oxford University Press,2001.
6. Implementation of GIS in State DOTs, NCHRP Report No:180.
7. Simlowitz HJ. GIS Support Transportation System Planning. International GIS Sources Book.
8. Hill JC, GIS in Transportation, Transportation Research Part C & 2000.
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Course Title: AIRPORT PLANNING AND DESIGN

CREDITS – 03
1. Understand the various components of an airport and aircraft characteristics affecting the design of
airports.
2. Design the runway and taxiway geometrics based on the likely aircrafts using the airport.
3. Plan the requirements of terminal area and suggest an optimum layout for the terminal area based on
passenger and baggage volume.
4. Provide a suitable method of grading and leveling work involved in the area along with drainage
provisions for surface and subsurface water flows.
5. Understand the various air traffic control aids required for safe landing and take-off of aircrafts at the
airport.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Introduction: Growth of air transport, airport organization and associations, 10 Hours
Classifications of airports airfield components, airport traffic zones and approach
areas.
Aircraft Characteristics Related to Airport Design: Components, size turning
radius, speed, airport characteristics
Module -2
Airport planning, surveys and Design : Airport Site Selection, Runway length 10 Hours
and width, sight distances, longitudinal and transverse grades, runway intersections,
taxiways, clearances, aprons, numbering, holding apron, noise control , Problems.
Module -3
Planning and Design of the Terminal area: Operational concepts, space 10 Hours
relationships and area requirements, vehicular traffic and parking at airports.
Capacity and Delay: Factors affecting capacity, Determination of runway
capacity related to delay, gate capacity, taxiway capacity
Module -4
Airport Grading and Drainage: Grading of airport area, hydrology, design of 10 Hours
drainage systems, construction methods, layout of surface drainage and subsurface
drainage system, Problems.
Module -5
Air Traffic Control and Aids: Runways and taxiways markings, day and night 10 Hours
landing aids, airport lighting, ILS and other associated aids.
Course outcomes:
1. Analyse the various components of an airport and aircraft characteristics affecting the design of
airports.
2. Design the runway and taxiway geometrics based on the likely aircrafts using the airport.
3. Plan the requirements of terminal area and suggest an optimum layout for the terminal area based on
passenger and baggage volume.
4. Provide a suitable method of grading and leveling work involved in the area along with drainage
provisions for surface and subsurface water flows.
5. Understand the various air traffic control aids required for safe landing and take-off of aircrafts at the
airport.
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Text Books:
1. “Planning and Design of Airports” - Robert Horenjeff, 2nd edition, McGraw Hill Book Co.
2. “Airport Engineering”- G. Glushkov, V.Babkov, Mir Publuishers, Moscow.
3. “Airport Planning and Design”- Khanna, Arora and Jain, Nem Chand and Bros., Roorkee
Reference Books:
1. Harry.R.Cedergern. “Drainage of Airfield pavements”- John Wiley and Sons.
2. Virender Kumar and Satish Chandra, “Airport Planning and Design”- Galotia Publication press.
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Course Title: INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS

SEMESTER – II
CREDITS – 04
1. Have an awareness and scope of transport issues, such as, traffic safety, public transport,
advanced vehicle management and control.
2. Learn how Intelligent transport systems (ITS) involve the application of information technology
and telecommunications to control traffic, inform travelers and drivers, operate public transport,
automating payments, handle emergencies and incidents, operate commercial fleets and freight
exchange, and automate driving and safety.
Modules Teaching
Hours
Module -1
Basic elements of intelligent transportation systems (ITS), focusing on technological, 10 Hours
systems and institutional aspects.
Benefits of ITS -ITS Data collection techniques – Detectors, Automatic Vehicle
Location (AVL), Automatic Vehicle Identification (AVI), Geographic Information
Systems (GIS), video data collection.
Module -2
Advanced traveler information systems; transportation network operations; commercial 10 Hours
vehicle operations and intermodal freight;
Module -3
Public transportation applications, ITS and regional strategic transportation planning, 10 Hours
including regional architectures
Module -4
ITS and changing transportation institutions, ITS and safety, ITS and security, ITS as a 10 Hours
technology deployment program, research, development and business models, ITS and
sustainable mobility,
Module -5
Travel demand management, electronic toll collection, and ITS and road-pricing. 10 Hours
Automated Highway Systems- Vehicles in Platoons –ITS in World – Overview of ITS
implementations in developed countries, ITS in developing countries.
Course outcomes:
After studying this course, students would be able to suggest the appropriate system/s in various
functional areas of transportation.
Would be able to amalgamate the various systems, plan and implement the applications of ITS. Would
have learnt the application of information technology and telecommunication to control traffic and also
provide advance information to the travelers, automatic handling of emergencies and to improve safety.
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Text Book:
1. Choudury M A and Sadek A, “Fundamentals of Intelligent Transportation Systems Planning” Artech
House.
Reference Books:
1. Kan Paul Chen, John Miles, “Recommendations for World Road Association (PIARC)” ITS Hand
Book 2000.
2. Sussman, J. M., “Perspective on ITS”, Artech House Publishers, 2005.
3. US Department of Transportation, “National ITS Architecture Documentation”, 2007 (CDROM).
4. Turban. E and Aronson. J. E, “Decision Support Sys tems and Intelligent Systems”, Prentice Hall
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VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, BELGAUM

CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM (CBCS)

6 PCC 18CHTL16 Highway Materials Lab-I - 04 03 40 60 100 2

TOTAL 22 04 21 280 420 700 24

Note: PCC: Professional core, PEC: Professional Elective.

VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, BELAGAVI

5 PEC 18CHT25X Professional Elective 2 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4

6 PCC 18CHTL26 Highway Materials Lab-II -- 04 03 40 60 100 2

7 PCC 18CHT27 Technical Seminar -- 02 -- 100 -- 100 2

Construction Planning, Equipment & 18CHT251/

VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, BELAGAVI

Special Problems in Road

3 PEC 18CHT33X Professional elective 4 04 -- 03 40 60 100 4

4 Proj 18CHT34 Evaluation of Project phase -1 -- 02 -- 100 -- 100 2

VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, BELAGAVI

1 Proj 18CHT41 Project work phase -2 -- 04 03 40 60 100 20

COURSE TITLE: APPLIED STATISTICS FOR HIGHWAY ENGINEERING

Graduate Attributes (as per NBA)

COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY MATERIALS

Graduate Attributes (as per NBA)

COURSE TITLE: PAVEMENT DESIGN AND ANALYSIS

Graduate Attributes (as per NBA)

COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE

COURSE TITLE: TRAFFIC ENGINEERING

COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY MATERIALS LAB -1

Course Title: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND IPR

Graduate Attributes (as per NBA)

COURSE TITLE: PAVEMENT DETERIORATION AND EVALUATION

Course Title: ROAD PROJECTS

COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY PLANNING AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS

Course Title: CONSTRUCTION PLANNING, EQUIPMENT AND MANAGEMENT

Planning of Road Projects –project management framework, scope, project

Course Title: DESIGN OF BRIDGE AND GRADE SEPARATED STRUCTURES

Question paper pattern:

Course Title: GROUND IMPROVEMENT TECHNIQUES

Course Title: SOIL MECHANICS FOR ENGINEERS

COURSE TITLE: PLANNING AND DESIGN OF RURAL ROADS

with that of the Highways.

Course Title: PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Course Title: URBAN PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Graduate Attributes (as per NBA)

Course Title: ROAD SAFETY ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT

COURSE TITLE: HIGHWAY MATERIALS LAB - 2

Graduate Attributes (as per NBA)

Course Title: SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ROAD CONSTRUCTION

Course Title: CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

Graduate Attributes (as per NBA)

Each full question consists of 12 marks.

Course Title: MAINTENANCE & REHABILITATION OF STRUCTURES

After studying this course, students will be able to:

Graduate Attributes (as per NBA)

Course Title: CONSTRUCTION & DEMOLITION WASTE MANAGEMENT

Course Title: ROAD CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

Miscellaneous Equipment: Kerb casting equipment, road marking equipment,

Course Title: TRANSPORTATION PLANNING

Question paper pattern:

• The question paper will have ten questions.

COURSE TITLE: GIS AND REMOTE SENSING APPLICATIONS IN TRANSPORTATION

6. Apply the geospatial methods in transportation modelling systems