EG7032 Coursework - Students copy
EG7032 Coursework - Students copy
Submission instructions
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Assignment number 1
Word Count: 6000 words +/-10% (excluding References, charts, tables and Appendices)
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Form of assessment:
Individual work
The assessment for this module consists of one piece of coursework weighted at 100% of the
overall unit and is to be submitted online on or before 4pm 29/04/ 2025.
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Project Brief
You are an engineer working for an engineering consultancy who has been
commissioned by a transport authority to provide technical assistance related to
the following highway and railway problems:
Table Q1.1 FWD sensor readings for pavement section. Note deflections is in mils
Station D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7
1 27.34 4.48 2.76 1.73 1.28 1.06 0.87
2 30.67 7.82 5.16 2.81 1.77 1.27 0.97
3 26.75 5.86 3.82 2.15 1.48 1.2 0.99
4 40.91 12.47 7.25 3.14 1.79 1.36 1.11
5 25.3 5.4 3.33 2.22 1.7 1.44 1.21
6 34.93 8.45 4.18 2.26 1.64 1.39 1.14
7 33.35 8.7 5.45 3.17 2.21 1.79 1.52
8 26.8 5.72 3.17 1.56 1 0.78 0.61
9 32.7 6.85 3.55 1.9 1.33 1.14 0.96
10 39.93 11.71 5.99 2.69 1.68 1.26 0.96
11 50.95 15.28 7.52 3.51 2.41 1.94 1.6
12 27.33 5.68 3.65 2.36 1.81 1.48 1.24
13 29.41 6.8 3.93 2.68 2.13 1.78 1.56
14 33.38 8.76 5.52 3.19 2.21 1.73 1.44
15 30.5 5.43 3.52 2.51 1.98 1.61 1.4
16 31.48 4.24 2.41 1.71 1.37 1.16 0.99
17 29.27 5.81 4.01 2.51 1.76 1.35 1.13
18 38.97 12.14 8.94 5.69 4.11 3.16 2.6
19 35.45 6.72 2.98 1.72 1.37 1.15 0.98
20 28.66 6.91 4.4 2.59 1.86 1.57 1.34
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1a) For the pavement structure shown in Figure Q2.1, determine the effective thickness
based on the information given. Use the Asphalt Institute approach in the determination
of the effective thickness.
1b) Assuming pavement has a subgrade stiffness of 10,000 psi (69 MPa), Determine
the thickness of overlay required to carry anticipated of 3.0 msa using the effective
thickness approach.
1c) For the same pavement as in the above, a series of 10 deflection measurements by
Benkelman beam were made on the pavement during a critical period when the
pavement temperature was 13°C. The measured deflections in inches are as shown in
Figure Q2.2. Determine the representative rebound deflection, the design rebound
deflection, and the required overlay thickness. Assume the stiffness of the asphalt
overlay is 500,000 psi.
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3. Track structure analysis & design (25%)
a. Describe, with illustrations, four types of trackbed structures in common use
indicating some of their advantages and disadvantages (10%)
b. For the track structure shown in Figure Q3.1, it desired to replace the concrete ties
with wooden ties. Determine the reduction in service life as a result of the change from
wooden ties to concrete ties. Clearly state all assumptions made. You can use any
layer elastic analysis software of your choice but it is recommended to us Kentrack
software as discussed in class. (15%)
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Submission Requirements
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Marking Scheme
Q1 30
Q2 20
Q3 25
Q4 25
Total 100
Marking Rubric
Excellent: All aspects of the brief are completed at 100%
a high level, with excellent technical accuracy, in-
depth analysis, and well-justified recommendations.
Strong presentation and clear understanding of the
real-world context. No mistakes.
Very good: Most aspects of the brief are well- 80%
executed, with solid technical work and good
justifications. Minor improvements could be made
in analysis depth or presentation quality. One
mistake or minor omissions.
Good: Basic understanding of key concepts with a 60%
few errors or areas lacking depth. The work meets
minimum requirements but lacks the thoroughness
or real-world relevance expected at a higher level.
Two or less mistakes or omissions
Average: Incomplete or incorrect elements in the 50%
technical work, with insufficient justification or
connection to real-world scenarios. Presentation
and recommendations are underdeveloped. Three
or less mistakes; many omissions
Poor: Major technical errors, lack of clarity, and 10%
insufficient engagement with the brief’s
requirements. The work shows minimal
understanding of the real-world applications.
Three or more mistakes; major omissions
Fail: The submission does not meet the minimum 0%
requirements. Significant technical errors, little to
no understanding of the brief, and lack of
meaningful analysis or presentation. Many
mistakes or no viable answer