Introduction to Airport Pavements

Competencies Obtained

On completion of this course participants will be able to:

• Explain the purpose and basic structure of airport pavements.
• Summarize the evolution of airport pavements over time.
• Explain the key differences between airport and road pavements.
• Understand the regulatory framework in which airport pavements are required to be managed.
• Describe the typical structure of, and differences between, flexible and rigid pavements.
• Understand the structural and performance requirements for airport pavements.
• Recognize the factors that impact pavement performance.

Who Should Enrol?

• Airport operations staff and managers, regulators and inspectors, engineers, project managers, and others who are responsible for designing, constructing, evaluating, or maintaining airfield pavements.
• Anyone interested in furthering their knowledge of airfield pavements.

Course Content

This course covers the following topics:

1. Definition and History of Airport Pavements

• The purpose and basic structure of airport pavements.
• How airport pavements have evolved over time.

2. Airport vs Road Pavements

• Key differences between airport and road pavements.

3. Regulatory Framework and Guidance Materials

• The regulatory framework in which airport pavements must be managed.
• Supporting materials available to assist airports in meeting regulatory requirements.

4. Airport Pavement Types

• The typical structure of flexible and rigid pavements.
• Key differences between the two types of pavement.

5. Performance Requirements

• Structural and functional performance requirements.
• The factors that impact pavement performance.

Assessment

This course includes an integrated online assessment. Candidates must successfully complete the assessment to receive a Certificate of Completion.