Concept of Railway Signalling
3 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
The primary purpose of railway signalling is to ensure the safety of train operations. It prevents collisions by controlling train movement.
Concept of Railway Signalling
3 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
The primary purpose of railway signalling is to ensure the safety of train operations. It prevents collisions by controlling train movement.
RailFactor
Course overview
Concepts of Railway Signalling.
About the Instructor:
Deepu is a railway signalling professional with over 20 years of experience. He has worked as a Signalling Technical Leader and Engineering Manager in both the public and private sectors. His expertise spans from conventional fixed block systems to modern CBTC systems with various railways, including those in Australia, Singapore, the Philippines, the Netherlands, and India.
Summary
This course is intended for those who wish to learn about Railway Signalling Concepts and explore a career in the world of railway signalling. The course covers UK and Australian Railway Signalling Principles, which can be easily related to US Railroad Signalling Principles.
The course begins by explaining the purpose of signalling and describing 50 important signalling terms, providing a solid foundation in the field. It then delves into signalling a track layout using the concept of the fixed (absolute) block system, which considers headway, vertical and horizontal gradients, and braking curves.
An introduction to control tables will be provided; control tables are tabular forms that outline how various signalling components are interlocked. Finally, the course covers Modern Train Control Systems, specifically Computer Based Train Control Systems (CBTC), including its components and the differences between traditional fixed block systems and Moving Block Systems.
We are pleased to inform you about a 50% discount on the course fee- $250 ($500)
Who is this course for
01
Those with degrees in electrical, electronic, telecommunications, or railway engineering are well-suited for a career in railway signalling.
02
Individuals with diplomas or certifications in relevant technical fields can start as signalling technicians or technologists.
03
With the growing dependence on digital and automated signalling systems, individuals with expertise in IT, software development & computer.
What you’ll get out of this course
By attending this course, you will learn about the concept of railway signalling.
Positioning Signals, visual indicators including lights, semaphores, and electronic displays
You will learn Purpose of Railway signalling, signalling terms, fixed block, and moving block (CBTC) concepts.
Railway signalling aims to secure and streamline train operations, ensuring safety, optimizing capacity through coordinated train movements and safe spacing, responding to emergencies, and advancing automation for improved precision and reliability.
A solid understanding of signalling concepts broadens the scope of career opportunities within the rail industry.
This course familiarizes you with advanced technologies such as Automatic Train Control (ATC), Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC), and digital signalling, which are influencing the evolution of rail transport.
You will gain a thorough understanding of..
Warning Systems, Conflicting Movements, Interlocking, the Absolute Block System, Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC), Signalling Plan, and Track Circuit.
This course includes
3 interactive live sessions
Lifetime access to course materials
16 in-depth lessons
Direct access to instructor
Projects to apply learnings
Guided feedback & reflection
Private community of peers
Course certificate upon completion
Maven Satisfaction Guarantee
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Concept of Railway Signalling
Course syllabus
Week 1
Aug
10
Purpose of Signalling & Signalling Terms
Purpose of Signalling & Signalling Terms
Absolute (Fixed Block System)
Headway distance/time
Approach locking and clearing
Moving Block system
50 signalling terms you must know
Week 2
Aug
17
Signalling a Layout
Signalling a Layout-Headway Time/ Headway
Two-aspect signals
Three-aspect signals
Four-aspect signals
Week 3
Aug
24
Modern Train Control Systems
Modern Train Control Systems-CBTC
Modern Signalling Controls
Communication-Based Train Control System (CBTC) and Components.
Introduction to European Train Control System (ETCS)
Post-course
Refresher Module
Bonus
Introduction to Control table
Get to Know Your Instructor
DEEPU DHARMARAJAN
Deepu is a railway signalling professional with over 20 years of experience. He has worked as a Signalling Technical Leader and Engineering Manager in both the public and private sectors. His expertise spans from conventional fixed block systems to modern CBTC systems with various railways, including those in Australia, Singapore, the Philippines, the Netherlands, and India.
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Concept of Railway Signalling
Course schedule
4-6 hours per week
Tuesdays & Thursdays
1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
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May 7, 2022
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Weekly projects
2 hours per week
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Learning is better with cohorts
Active hands-on learning
This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects
Interactive and project-based
You’ll be interacting with other learners through breakout rooms and project teams
Learn with a cohort of peers
Join a community of like-minded people who want to learn and grow alongside you
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