Courses & Units
Associated Infrastructure JEE157
Rozelle - Sydney
Introduction
Trains run on tracks within the rail corridor, which is a defined strip of land for the exclusive purpose of the railway business. However, within that corridor there are many items and infrastructure not only to ensure that trains can run effectively, efficiently and economically, but also to allow the passage of cars, pedestrians, passengers, freight, etc within the corridor, over it, under it, and through it. Some examples of that infrastructure include bridges, platforms, electrical substations, overhead wiring, tunnels, buildings of many types, signalling masts and related equipment, etc. Knowledge of issues that can be associated with that infrastructure, as well as need for its maintenance, will help the track engineer to ensure the continued passage of trains, customers and products throughout the rail corridor. This unit, Associated Infrastructure, will introduce you to most of that infrastructure, its types, roles, defects and maintenance. The unit is located early in your course to help you maintain a broad view of the responsibilities of the track engineer beyond being concerned with just the track itself.
Summary
| Unit name | Associated Infrastructure |
|---|---|
| Unit code | JEE157 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics |
| Coordinator | Mr Mark Symes |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 22/2/2021 | 23/3/2021 | 12/4/2021 | 30/5/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- List and describe the types of non-track rail infrastructure for efficient management of infrastructure in the rail corridor
- Explain the sources of loads to which non-track infrastructure may be subjected to assist with effective maintenance of the infrastructure
- Describe the role of traction, signaling and communication infrastructure for the smooth interfacing of that infrastructure with train operations
- Describe, categorise and evaluate defects in non-track infrastructure to enable appropriate repairs to be made to those defects.
- Detail the process for investigating and responding to a rail structure incident to allow the normal operation of trains to recommence as quickly as possible.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 039907 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,798.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Assessment | Report (50%)|Essay (50%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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