Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : CE6333 : Low Volume Roads { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Prof. Mahabir Panda
Syllabus
Basic planning and alignment considerations Geometric design standards Road materials Analysis and design of low volume gravel, bituminous and concrete roads Construction and specifications of low volume roads Strengthening of existing roads Maintenance techniques and management Use of waste materials Quality control Drainage
Course Objectives
- To aquaint the students with basic and latest knowledge on planning, design, construction and maintenance of low volume roads
Course Outcomes
1: Evaluation of structural and functional strength of pavements <br />2: Pavement failures and remedies <br />3: Design procedures for strengthening of pavements
Essential Reading
- Robert A. Douglas, Low-Volume Road Engineering, CRC Press , 2016
- Y Huang, Pavement Analysis and Design, Pearson India , Latest Ed
Supplementary Reading
- IRC, IRC SP 20: Rural Roads Manual, IRC
- IRC, AASHTO, Relevant Latest AASHTO/ IRC and other Codes and Specifications, IRC, AASHTO