Course content
The Certificate in Airport Pavement Fundamentals consists of the following five courses:
The Introduction to Airport Pavements course is designed to introduce learners to the key concepts around airport pavements, including the evolution of airport pavements over time, types of pavements commonly encountered, and performance and regulatory requirements.
This course covers the following topics:
- Definition and History of Airport Pavements
- Airport vs Road Pavements
- Regulatory Framework and Guidance Materials
- Airport Pavement Types
- Performance Requirements
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The Airport Pavement Design course explores the key elements of pavement design, including pavement type selection, pavement thickness determination, materials selection and specification, and ensuring the pavement is designed in a manner that helps to meet functional performance requirements.
This course covers the following topics:
- Pavement Type Selection
- Pavement Thickness Determination
- Pavement Materials
- Functional Design Requirements
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The Airport Pavement Construction course explores typical processes, key considerations, and best practices when it comes to airport pavement construction – both in relation to new construction and the rehabilitation of existing surfaces.
This course covers the following topics:
- Subgrade Construction
- Pavement Layer Construction
- Proof Rolling
- Time Limited Construction and Rehabilitation
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The Airport Pavement Evaluation course explores key methods and considerations for the structural and functional evaluation of existing pavements.
This course covers the following topics:
- Pavement Investigations
- The ACR-PCR System
- Main Differences between ACR-PCR and ACN-PCN
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The Airport Pavement Maintenance course explores the key concepts relating to the maintenance and rehabilitation of airport pavements.
This course covers the following topics:
- Pavement Inspections
- Common Maintenance Activities
- Rehabilitations
- Friction Management
- Foreign Object Debris Control
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