The course provides a comprehensive understanding of the planning, design, and construction aspects of modern airports. It covers the fundamental concepts, regulations, and considerations involved in the development of airport facilities. It offers insights into airport master planning, airside works, terminal building planning, utilities, and the construction phases of runways and taxiways.
Airport Infrastructure
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Airport Infrastructure
This course is part of Infrastructure for Transportation Systems Specialization
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Intermediate level
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11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Develop the ability to strategically select suitable locations for airport development.
Develop skills for planning and designing passenger-friendly terminal buildings.
Understand the crucial pre-construction activities like site surveys, resource allocation, and construction planning for airport development.
Master the principles behind planning and designing modern airports.
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6 assignments
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There are 6 modules in this course
This module introduces the key features of a modern airport. It covers important codes and regulations set by aviation organizations. Essential key terms and definitions related to airport infrastructure are also included. An overview of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) master planning process is presented, including site selection considerations.
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14 videos1 assignment
The module explores the location and planning considerations for airside works. It also covers the configuration, orientation, and design of runways. Design aspects of taxiways, aprons, drainage systems, ducts, and lighting are discussed. Navigational and meteorological aids, as well as runway marking, are explained in detail.
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9 videos1 assignment
This module focuses on the layout and planning considerations of terminal buildings. Functions and passenger conveniences within the terminal are discussed. Topics include the design of travellators, departure and arrival gates, MEP, HVAC services, and a walkthrough of Building Information Modeling (BIM).
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7 videos1 assignment
The planning of approach roads, landscaping, and drainage are included in this module. Landside access, arrival/departure planning, and multi-level/surface car parking are covered. Utility planning includes air traffic control towers, water harvesting, supply management, fuel storage, power supply, renewable energy, and the airport fire & rescue station.
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13 videos1 assignment
This module addresses pre-construction activities, including resource deployment and site infrastructure setup. Estimation of plant and equipment requirements is discussed. Key construction equipment, such as earthmoving plants, dumpers, compaction equipment, hoists, and tower cranes, is covered.
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6 videos1 assignment
The module begins with an overview of airport layout and grading plans. Execution and estimation of various layers of flexible pavements and rigid pavements are explained. Construction aspects of drainage, ducts, and approach lighting systems are discussed in detail.
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10 videos1 assignment
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