Bridge Engineering Design Practices
Course Name Bridge Engineering Design Practices
Course Name as
Bridge Engineering Design Practices
on Certificate
Certificate Type Certificate of Completion by IITM Pravartak and L&T EduTech
Certificate
IIT MADRAS and L&T EduTech
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Course Overview
Bridges are structures which form an integral part of infrastructure
development projects. A bridge is built to span and pass over a river, road, rail
or any other geological hurdle. It is used as a fast way to transit in areas of
high traffic congestion. From road to rail, the function and the area in which a
bridge is constructed decides its design.
The course covers the step-by-step procedure required for the Analysis and
Design of RCC and Steel Composite super structure, Substructure and
Auxiliary components of bridge with detailing. This course deals with the
Course different types of foundations like pile and well according to IRC. It also covers
Objectives the design of cross drainage systems. This course deals with the various
Execution and O&M aspects in detail based on the expertise from L&T.
Course Objectives
• Determine the optimal solution of Bridge structure depending on various
constraints and input parameters
• Analysis and Design of all components of bridges and cross drainage work
with detailing
• Illustrate various Erection methods (Segmental, Balanced cantilever and
Cable stayed bridges etc.) with case studies in detail
Eligibility Students pursuing Diploma/ UG /PG Programs in Civil Engineering
Structural Analysis, Solid Mechanics, Design of Concrete Structures, Design
Pre Requisites
of Steel Structures
Students pursuing Diploma/ UG / PG Programs in Civil Engineering
Target Segment Faculties / Working Professionals in the above domain & other aspiring
learners
Course Content See Enclosed Programme details – as Annexure 1
Pedagogy Online Self-paced E-Learning Content
Assessment One Final Assessment
Programme
L&T Industry Experts
Faculty
Duration Units:5 Hours : 24
Class Schedule Self-Paced
• Master Bridge Design: Concept to maintenance.
• Industry-Ready Skills: Master IRC codes and best practices.
Programme • Structured Learning: Clear, step-by-step bridge design process and
Highlights/USPs analysis.
• Career-Boosting Knowledge: Prepare for entire bridge lifecycle.
• Learn From Real-World Bridges: Case studies for practical design insights.
Yuvaraj P
Senior Engineering Consultant- Bridges & Metros Dept, L&T
Infrastructure Engineering Ltd.
A Chartered Structural Engineer (ISE, India) with over 11 years of extensive
experience in designing infrastructure projects. Proficient in detailed
engineering drawings, tender engineering, and detailing of various road
Programme
bridges, railway bridges, and elevated corridor projects. Specializes in long-
Mentor
span bridges such as cable-stayed, extradosed, and balanced cantilever
bridges, as well as speed rail and metro projects. Skilled in utilizing state-of-
the-art structural design software and certified in common project
management. Excels in project planning, management, and ensuring prompt
deliverables with a focus on quality. Acts as the ISO Quality representative for
the Bridges Department and is a Certified ISO Internal Quality Auditor.
Total Fees (Rs.)
Total Fees Total Programme Rs 5,100/- inclusive
Fee of tax
ANNEXURE 1
Proposed Course outline / programme / plan – Unit wise syllabus details.
Unit – I : Introduction and Conceptual Design of Bridges
Introduction to bridges – Types of bridges based on Material, Structural form, Usage, span and support,
alignment and decks – Auxiliary components of bridges. Conceptual design based on planning, design and
execution – Functional – Aesthetics – Inventory – different types of surveys – Investigations – Geometrical
aspects as per IRC code
Unit – II : Analysis and Design of Concrete & Pre-stressed concrete
Loads due to Permanent loads – Prestressing loads – Live loads for Highway, Railway and Metro – Seismic –
Thermal – Water Currents – Wind Forces – Accidental Loads – Creep & Shrinkage. Structural analysis
methods – Hand computed methods – Grillage Analysis – Transverse Analysis – FEM Methods. Introduction
to IRC Codal provisions – Ultimate and Serviceability Limit State Design – Prestressing systems – Cable
profiling – End block design
Unit – III : Analysis and Design of Composite Super Structure
Idealization and Grillage Analysis – Load Applications – ULS and SLS design. Composite plate girder bridge –
Modelling – Design according to IRC– Introduction to Truss and Bow String Truss Bridges.
Unit – IV : Design of Substructure and Foundation
Types of Substructure – Cantilever Pier – Portal Pier – Pier Cap – Bearings – Pedestals & Seismic restrainers.
Types of Foundation – Geotechnical capacities – Open foundation - Pile foundation - Well foundation
Unit – V : Erection Methods and Inspection, Monitoring & Maintenance of Bridges
Introduction to concept of Execution of Bridges – PSC I girder (Pre-& Post – Tensioned) – Truss Bridge –
Balanced Cantilever Bridge – Segmental Bridge – Cable Stayed Bridge. Installation of Sensors for Service
Stage – Periodic inspection methods – Periodic Maintenance-Replacement of bearings, expansion joints etc.
