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1.
Compulsory
Course Section
1MST01 - Advanced Mathematics
Review of fundamental concepts
Ordinary differential equations
Linear differential equations
Laplace transforms
Vector analysis
Multiple, line and surface integrals and integral theorems
Fourier series
Fourier integrals
Gamma, Beta and other special functions
Bessel functions
Legendre functions and other orthogonal functions
Complex variables and conformal mapping
Complex inversion formula for Laplace transforms
Matrices
Calculus of variations
1MLM04
- Probability and Statistics for Engineers
Data analysis
Probability theory
Discrete random variables and their distribution functions
Continuous random variables and their distribution functions
Multivariable probability distributions
Sampling distribution theory
Point and interval estimation
Inference about population means
Inference about population proportions
Linear regression and correlation
Multiple linear regression
Single-factor experiments - analysis of variance
Design and analysis of multifactor experiments
Statistical quality control.
2. Core Course
Section
Select one course from -
1MST90
- Construction planning For Engineers
Introduction
to program planning
The planning process
Decision making
Introduction to project planning
Critical path methods
Stochastic networks
Resource analysis
Introduction to activity planning
Planning for equipment-driven activities
Planning for labor-driven activities
References
1MST91 - Fundamental Principles of Systems Analysis
and Decision Making
The systems approach
The principles of linear programming
Linear and network models
Capital investment analysis
Risk
System performance
Variability
Model calibration
References
1MST93 - Professional Construction Management
Management in the engineering and construction industry
Development and organization of projects
Applications and requirements for management organizations
Introduction to an example project
Pre-construction site investigation, planning, scheduling, estimating
and design
Bidding and award
Construction
Application of controls
Selecting a construction manager
Concepts of project planning and control
Estimating and control of operations and resources
Cost engineering
Procurement
Value engineering
Quality assurance
Safety and health in construction
Risk management, insurance, bonding, liens and licensing
Industrial relations
Current state of art of professional construction management.
3. Electives
Section
1: Select any two courses from -
1MST94 - Transportation Planning and Design
The
transport system
Administrative structure and finance
Operational and vehicular characteristics
Human factors in transportation
An introduction to transportation planning
Transportation modeling
Development and evaluation of transportation planning options
Design roadways, railways and guide-way systems - location and route
layout
Airport planning and layout
The airport passenger terminal area
Introduction to water transportation
Planning and design of harbors
References
1MST95 - Transportation Network Analysis
Transportation networks
Optimality
Cost functions
Deterministic user equilibrium assignment
Stochastic user equilibrium assignment
Trip table estimation
Network reliability
Network design
Summaries
References
1MST96 - Transportation Planning
Urban transportation - definition and context
Transportation planning and decision making
Urban travel and transportation system characteristics - a systems
perspective
Data management and use in decision making
Demand analysis
Urban activity analysis
Supply analysis
Transportation system and project evaluation
Program and project implementation
References
1MST97 - Urban Transportation Systems
Overview - criteria for selecting modes
walking
Bicycles
Motorcycles and scooters
Automobiles
Para-transit
Taxis
Busses
Bus rapid transit
Trolley-busses
Streetcars and rail transit
Monorails
Heavy rail transit
Commuter rail
Automated guide-way transit
Waterborne modes
Special modes
Intermodal terminals
References
1MST98 - Principles of Pavement Design
Pavement types - wheel loads and design factors
Stresses in flexible pavements
Stresses in rigid pavements
Vehicle and traffic considerations
Climate and environment
The economic factor design strategies and systems analysis
Soil classification
Materials characterization
Sub-grades
Bases and sub-basses
Bituminous surfaces
Material variability
Design of flexible airport pavements
Design of flexible highway pavements
Design of rigid airport pavements
Design of rigid highway pavements
Pavement distress
Condition surveys
Strengthening existing pavements.
Section
2: Select one course from
1MST99 - Highway Engineering
The profession of highway engineering
Transportation systems and organizations
Characteristics of the driver - the pedestrian, the vehicle and the
road
Traffic engineering studies
Highway safety
Fundamental principles of traffic flow
Intersection design
Capacity and level of service of two-lane highways and freeway segments
Capacity and level of service at signalized intersections
The transportation planning process
Forecasting travel demand
Evaluating transportation alternatives
Transportation system management
Highway surveys and location
Geometric design of highway facilities
Highway drainage
Soil engineering for highway design
Bituminous materials
Design of flexible pavements
Design of rigid pavements
Pavement management
1MST100 - Traffic Engineering
Traffic surveys
Parking surveys
Estimating travel demand
Capacity analysis
Traffic management and control
Highway layout and intersection design
Signal control
Parking design and control
Road safety engineering
Traffic calming
Public transport priority
The transport engineer and the development process
Designs for sustainable development
Transport telematics
Statutory requirements
References
1MST101 - Road Maintenance Management
Management issues
Institutional issues
Benefits and costs
Management information
Treatment selection
Prioritization
Operations management
Procurement and controls
References
Section
3: Select one course from -
1MCT02 - Design of Modern Steel Bridges
Types and history of steel bridges
Types and properties of steel
Loads on bridges
Aims of design
Rolled beam and plate girder design
Stiffened compression flanges of box and plate girders
Cable-stayed bridges
References
1MST103 - Design of Highway Bridges
Introduction to bridges engineering
Aesthetics and bridge types
General design considerations
Loads
Influence functions and girder-line analysis
Systems analysis
Concrete bridges
Steel bridges
Wood bridges
Sub-structure design
References
1MST104 - Movable Bridge Design
Bridges vs bridges
Movable vs fixed bridges
Bascule bridges
Vertical lift bridges
Swing bridges
Application of types
Bridges replacement
Design - preliminary aspects
Structural issues
Detailing - bascule bridges, vertical lift bridges, swing bridges
Machinery - bascule bridges, vertical lift bridges, swing bridges,
general and control power
Rehabilitation
Construction management
Structure
Fabrication and installation
Balancing
Replacement and repair of existing bridges
Maintenance - sub-structure and super-structure
Machinery and control systems
Maintenance particulars
Inspection - structure, Machinery - bascule, vertical lift and swing
bridges
Machinery - general, electrical and inspection reporting
Evaluation of existing bridges
Bridge management
Structure and machinery
Electrical systems
Traffic control systems and operator's houses
Failure and bridge functionality analysis
References
1MST105 - Bridge Maintenance Management
Bridge inspection
Concrete super-structures and box girders
Steel structures
Suspension bridges
Cable-stayed bridges
Movable bridges
Sub-structures
Bearings
Deck reconstruction and joints
Seismic retrofitting of highway bridges
Maintenance of traffic during inspection and rehabilitation
Environmental controls related to bridge rehabilitation
References
Section
4: Select one course from -
1MST106 - Railroad Engineering
The railroad industry
The nature of railroad traffic
Revenues and costs
The location process
Effects of distance
Propulsive resistance
Motive power
Electrification
Grades and cure resistance acceleration and deceleration
Velocity profiles
Problems in grades
Tonnage ratings
Location procedure
Track analysis
Sub-grade materials, design, construction and stability problems
Drainage
Ballast
Cross ties
Concrete and other artificial ties
Rail fastenings and other track material
Track geometry
Turnouts and crossings
Track-train dynamics
Conduct of work
Railroad right of way
References
1MST107 - Environmental Impact of Railway Systems
Environmental planning
Passenger planning
Passenger traffic
Freight
Social impacts and public perception
Noise and vibration
Pollution
Visual impacts
Construction
Resources use and route selection
Residential, commercial and productive land
Nature conservation
Heritage and amenity
Railways scenic landscape
References
1MST108 - Airport Engineering
The structure and organization of airports
Forecasting of air transport demand using both traditional and new
methods
Airport systems planning
Airport master planning
Air traffic control, lighting and signing
Airport capacity and configuration
Passenger terminal
Air cargo terminal
Designing for safety
Environmental impact of airports
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