6 MODULES
1
Module 1: Introduction to Highway Engg.
2
Module 2: Highway Alignment
3
4 Module 3: Geometric Design
5 Module 4: Traffic Engineering
6 Module 5: Pavement Design
Module 6: Sustainability
, MODULE 1
INTRODUCTION TO HIGHWAY
ENGINEERING
, Highway Engg.| Introduction
“Highway engineering is
an engineering discipline branching
from civil engineering that involves the
planning, design, construction,
operation, and maintenance of roads,
bridges, and tunnels to ensure safe and
effective transportation of people and
goods.
Topics
• Scope of Highway Engineering
• Highway Development in India
• Jayakar Committee
• Road Development Plans in India
• Road Classifications
• Road Pattern