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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES Score/Rating:

UNIVERSITY OF RIZAL SYSTEM


Morong Campus

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

CE 5 – HIGHWAY AND RAILROAD ENGINEERING


ACTIVITY 1 - PRELIM

Name: Section: Schedule: Date:

Instructions: Conduct research, enumerate the items, and present the relevant data and
information based on your learnings.

I. Preliminary Term:
A. Introduction to Highway and Railroad Engineering
1.0 Introduction
 Identification
o Civil Engineering
o Sub-Discipline of Civil Engineering
 Transportation Engineering
o Transportation Engineering: Evolution, Development and
It’s Specialization
 Branches of Transportation
 Highway Engineering
 Railroad Engineering
 Traffic Engineering
 Airport Engineering
 Transportation Infrastructure
 Roads
 Railways
 Ports
 Airports

1–5 Enumerate the main branches of Transportation Engineering.


Specify the significance of each branch.

6 – 10 Cite the common transportation infrastructure.


Provide the advantages and disadvantages.
Indicate the significance of each transportation system.
Civil Engineering
 Civil engineers design major transportation projects. Civil engineers plan, design, and supervise
the construction and maintenance of building and infrastructure projects. These projects may
include facilities, bridges, roads, tunnels, and water and sewage systems.

Sub-Discipline of Civil Engineering


 Civil engineering is a professional engineering discipline that deals with the design, construction,
and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment, including works like bridges,
roads, canals, dams and buildings.
 Civil engineering is the oldest engineering discipline after military engineering and it was defined
to distinguish non-military engineering from military engineering. It is traditionally broken down
into several sub-disciplines including environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering,
structural engineering, transportation engineering, municipal or urban engineering, water
resources engineering, materials engineering, coastal engineering, surveying, and construction
engineering. Civil engineering takes place on all levels: in the public sector from municipal through
to national governments, and in the private sector from individual home owners through to
international companies.

Enumerate the main branches of Transportation Engineering. Specify the significance of each branch
Highway Engineering
 Highway engineering is crucial for developing efficient transportation networks, enabling safe and
rapid movement of people and goods. It enhances connectivity, reduces travel time, and supports
economic growth.

Railroad Engineering
 One of the primary goals of rail engineering work is to ensure the safety of passengers and
personnel. Regular inspections, maintenance and repairs are conducted to keep railway tracks,
signals and other infrastructure elements in optimal condition.

Traffic Engineering
 Traffic engineers promote safer traffic conditions by providing roadway conditions that contribute
to smooth and efficient traffic flow. Experience has shown that safety goes hand in hand with
smooth traffic operation. Disrupting the smooth flow of traffic increases the probability of
accidents.

Airport Engineering
 Airport Engineering deals with planning, design, construction, runways and provides safety for
passengers and freight. An Airport Engineer should be technically sound enough to perform all the
tasks coherently.

cite the common transportation infrastructure. provide the advantages and disadvantages.
indicate the significance of each transportation system

*Common Transportation Infrastructure:*

1. Roadways:
Advantages:
- Flexibility in routes.
- Door-to-door service.
- Ideal for short and medium distances.
Disadvantages:
- Traffic congestion.
- High maintenance costs.
- Environmental pollution.
Significance:
- Critical for daily commuting and delivery services.
- Supports economic activities by enabling the transport of goods and people.

2. Railways:
Advantage:
- Efficient for long distances.
- Higher capacity for passengers and freight.
- Lower environmental impact compared to roadways.
Disadvantages:
- High initial infrastructure cost.
- Limited flexibility in routes.
- Potential delays due to fixed schedules.
Significance:
- Essential for mass transit and freight transport over long distances.
- Integral to urban and regional connectivity.

3. Airways:
Advantages:
- Fastest mode of transport for long distances.
- High levels of safety.
- Global reach.
Disadvantages:
- High operational costs.
- Environmental concerns.
- Limited by weather conditions.
Significance:
- Vital for international trade and travel.
- Crucial for connecting remote and distant locations.

4. Waterways:
Advantages:
- Cost-effective for bulk goods.
- Eco-friendly.
- Facilitates international trade.
Disadvantages:
- Slower compared to other modes.
- Limited to navigable waterways.
- Susceptible to weather conditions.
Significance:
- Key for transporting heavy and bulky goods.
- Important for global commerce and trade routes.

5. Pipelines:
Advantages:
- Efficient for transporting liquids and gases.
- Low operating costs.
- Continuous flow.
Disadvantages:
- High initial construction costs.
- Vulnerable to leaks and environmental hazards.
- Limited to specific types of goods.
Significance:
- Critical for the energy sector, transporting oil, gas, and water.
- Essential for maintaining energy supply chains.

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