The use of accelerated pavement testing as an accelerated learning facility

The benefits of an accelerated pavement testing program are often discussed in terms of improvements to pavement design and analysis, the introduction of new materials and construction techniques, and a better understanding of long term pavement performance. A highly significant, and often overlooked, additional benefit is the opportunity an accelerated pavement testing program creates for staff training and learning. Pavement engineering represents only a small proportion of the curriculum at most tertiary engineering education institutions, and it is widely recognised that there is a current global shortage of skilled pavement engineers. The paper describes how the Australian operation of the Accelerated Loading Facility (ALF) has exposed student and graduate engineers to a wide range of learning experiences. Some case studies are presented to demonstrate the range of learning opportunities presented by accelerated pavement testing.

• Authors:
  • Moffat, M A
  • Hore-Lacy, W C
  • Eady, P M
  • Sharp, K
• Conference:
  • Road Engineering Association of Asia and Australasia (REAAA) Conference, 13th, 2009, Incheon, Korea
• Publication Date: 2009-9

Language

• English

Media Info

• Pagination: 7p
• Monograph Title: Future roads: safer, greener and smarter: proceedings 13th REAAA conference, 23-26 September 2009, Songdo Convensisa, Incheon, Korea

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Education; Pavements; Personnel; Tests for suitability, service and quality
• Uncontrolled Terms: Accelerated loading facilities; Pavement technology
• Geographic Terms: Australia
• ATRI Terms: Accelerated loading facility (ALF); Education; Pavement testing; Personnel
• Subject Areas: Highways; Pavements;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01381578
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: ARRB
• Files: ATRI
• Created Date: Aug 22 2012 12:38PM