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Pavement Evaluation and Maintainance

Course Description:

Students will focus on issues related to the assessment of the structural and functional condition of road and airfield pavements, through in-situ measurements, in the framework of periodic Pavement Monitoring Systems. Decisions making in terms of maintenance, reinforcement or reconstruction of pavements. Useful techniques in terms of maintenance management and sustainability of pavements.

Prerequisite Knowledge

Basic knowledge covered by the courses “ROAD CONSTRUCTION” and “DESIGN OF ROAD AND AIRFIELD PAVEMENTS”.

Course Units

# Title Description Hours
1 Pavement behavior-Serviceability of road and airfield pavements Pavement behavior and serviceability for road and airfield pavements. 1Χ3=3
2 Assessment of structural condition of pavements Basic principles / methodologies for estimating the bearing capacity of pavements. Importance of using non-destructive testing and geophysical methods on pavements. Usefulness of visual inspection for monitoring surface distresses on pavement. Destructive testing for estimating road and airfield pavement characteristics in the laboratory. 2Χ3=6
3 Airfield pavement reporting Importance of airfield pavement reporting with emphasis on international reporting method of ICAO (ACN / PCN). Methodology for determining the bearing capacity of a pavement (FAA). Comprehension exercises in class. 2Χ3=6
4 Assessment of functional condition of pavements Functional characteristics of pavements (riding quality, skid resistance, texture).Comprehension exercises in class. 2Χ3=6
5 In situ Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) systems In-situ Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) systems for monitoring pavement condition and related assessment. 1Χ3=3
6 PMS Pavement Monitoring Systems (PMS) for road and airfield pavements. 1Χ3=3
7 Maintenance-reinforcement-reconstruction Basic principles and technologies for pavement reinforcement and rehabilitation. Basic methodologies for pavement reinforcement (AASHTO). Comprehension exercises in class. 3Χ3=9
8 Sustainable pavements-Life cycle Basic methodologies and techniques applied in terms of pavement sustainability. Life Cycle Analysis of pavement. 1Χ3=3

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Evaluate the structural and functional condition of a pavement within the framework of serviceability.
  2. be aware of the usefulness and the way of implementation of Pavement Monitoring Systems for roads and airfields
  3. analyze and evaluate the results of non-destructive testing in terms of pavement assessment
  4. apply widely accepted methodologies for road pavement reinforcement.
  5. comprehend the processes used for the evaluation of road and airfield pavements.
  6. implement appropriate methods for evaluating road and airfield pavements distinctly.
  7. Choose appropriate pavement rehabilitation technologies

Teaching Methods

Teaching methods Class Lectures. Exercises in class. Discussion of case studies in class.
Teaching media Teaching media PowerPoint presentations and Videos.
Computer and software use Students solve simple exercises using mainly EXCEL in PC.
Assignments (projects, reports) Students compete in thematic exercises that are solved in the classroom, corrected by the instructors and returned.
Other Technical visit.

Student Assessment

  • Final written exam: 70%
  • Assignments (projects, reports): 30%

Textbooks - Bibliography

  1. Course notes.
  2. Y.H. Huang, «Pavement Analysis and Design», Practice Hall, Inc., 2004.
  3. AASHTO, «Guide for Design of pavement structures», 1993.
  4. FHWA, «Distress Identification Manual for the Long-Term Pavement Performance Program», June 2003.
  5. International Civil Aviation Organization, «Aerodrome Design Manual (Part 3-Pavements) second edition», I.C.A.O. publications, 1983.

Lecture Time - Place:

  • Monday, 12:45 – 15:30,
    Rooms:
    • Αμφ. Σιδ/κής