Railroad Engineering Courses
Railroad engineering courses from the UW–Madison Engineering Professional Development cover a wide range of topics, including:
- Track structure, subgrade and drainage, ballast, ties, and rails
- Railway location and operation
- Railroad construction project management
- Track systems engineering and design
- Track maintenance
- Highway-rail grade crossing
- Rail transit—light rail, rapid transit, and commuter rail
- Railroad bridges
- Yards, terminals, and intermodal facilities
The UW-Madison offers 8 to 12 short courses per year in the above topics, in locations throughout the United States, and on-site as requested.
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Who Will Benefit From Our Courses
- Railroad professionals from Class 1, 2, and 3 railroads
- Federal, state, and local railroad professionals
- Engineering and railroad consultants
- Engineering and railroad contractors
- Railroad managers and superintendents
- Track supervisors
- Maintenance personnel, inspectors, and technicians
What Attendees Say About Our Courses
“For a new railroad administrator this course was invaluable to bring the many engineering, RR and public concerns into focus. The conflicting issues faced as a PM will be easier to balance as a result.”
James Weatherhead, Project Manager, Minnesota DOT Rail Administration, St. Paul, MN
“Excellent course, material and presentation provided a great insight into the application of safety to railroad crossings.”
Joseph Traum, Signal Engineer, Gannett Fleming Transit and Rail, Philadelphia, PA
“Very good course. I particularly liked the discussion and workshop environment.”
Ilario Scarcia II, Associate, Booz Allen Hamilton, Newark, NJ
More Information
Email us to discuss any of our Railroad Engineering courses or on-site training options.