TRSS 426 - Rail Transportation Engineering

3 credits
This course introduces railroad track structures and their major components, including functions and modes of degradation and failure. It addresses static and dynamic load environments and engineering design to effectively distribute loads throughout the structure. It also introduces the subject of railway bridges. Additionally, the course provides theoretical and practical approaches to track design as well as useful design, optimization, and maintenance recommendations for key track components.

Prerequisite(s) TRSS 302 completed with a grade of “C” or higher
Offered (FALL)