Railways Operation and Maintenance
Course Code: TM100
Introduction to Railways Operations and Maintenance
- Overview of railway systems and their importance in transportation.
- Key components and infrastructure of a railway system.
- Regulatory and safety considerations in railway operations.
Railway Infrastructure and Track Maintenance
- Track geometry and alignment.
- Ballast, sleepers, and rail materials.
- Track inspection, maintenance, and renewal.
Rolling Stock Maintenance
- Types of railway rolling stock (locomotives, passenger cars, freight cars).
- Preventive and corrective maintenance of rolling stock.
- Safety and quality standards for rolling stock maintenance.
Signaling and Telecommunications
- Signaling systems and their role in railway safety.
- Telecommunications for efficient railway operations.
- Maintenance and upgrading of signaling and telecommunication equipment.
Electrification and Power Supply Systems
- Electrified railway systems and their advantages.
- Overhead catenary systems and third rail systems.
- Maintenance of power supply equipment and substations.
Safety and Security in Railway Operations
- Safety protocols and regulations for railway operations.
- Emergency response procedures and crisis management.
- Security measures to protect railway infrastructure and passengers.
Session 4: Rail asset management and maintenance principles
- Asset management principles: managing and maintaining fleet, buildings, systems, and people assets
- Asset typology, management and life cycle
- Role of maintenance in Operation
- Maintenance principles, levels, planning and programmes (preventive, corrective, predictive)
- Organisation of maintenance
- From planning to execution – EAM supporting tools
Maintenance of moving assets
- Main concepts: Corrective, preventive, predictive
- Maintenance intervals and activities
- Computer maintenance software and logbooks
- Train recruiting
- Staff and organisation
- Staff organisation
- Depot and workshop design
- KPIs
Maintenance of fixed assets
- Track servicing, inspection and repair
- Power supply
- Stations
- Structures
- Control Command
- Organisation Challenges
Environmental Considerations
- Environmental impact assessment in railway projects.
- Sustainable practices in railway operations and maintenance.
- Compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability goals.
Technology and Innovation in Railways
- Introduction to modern railway technologies (e.g., high-speed rail, maglev).
- Integration of digital solutions and automation in railway operations.
- Innovations in predictive maintenance and data analytics.
Project Management and Budgeting
- Project planning and execution for railway maintenance and upgrades.
- Budgeting and cost estimation for railway operations.
- Risk management and quality control in railway projects.
Case Studies and Practical Exercises
- Analyzing real-world railway operation and maintenance challenges.
- Practical exercises in inspection, maintenance, and emergency response.
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