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Fundamentals of Railway Bridge Engineering and Management

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Learn about basic railway bridge engineering and design under the AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering, and the latest design procedures, materials, and methods used in current railway bridge engineering practice. You will also learn the requirements for compliance with FRA 237, including bridge ratings and bridge management. Additionally, the course will include a special section on drone bridge inspections.
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RA00550

Fleet Management Effective Practices for Public and Private Fleets

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Learn to how measure fleet shop performance and implement and sustain best practices to continue to improve performance. You’ll also learn about systematic approaches to shop floor management, vehicle and equipment procurement, budgeting and planning. Participate in group case study exercises based on real-world fleets.
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RA01064

Asset Management Practices - A Practical Approach - For Both Basic and Advanced Practitioners

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Aging infrastructure across various sectors — including water, wastewater, energy, transportation, and more — demands critical attention. In the U.S. alone, trillions of dollars in repairs, upgrades, and replacements will be needed over the next two decades in both public infrastructure and private industry. Effective asset management is essential for prioritizing and managing these vital assets, regardless of the industry, to ensure long-term physical and financial sustainability. Learn how to implement strategies that improve the health of your systems while extending their lifespan and optimizing resource allocation.
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RA01294

Fundamentals of Power Electronics

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Power electronics is the application of solid-state electronics for the control and conversion of electric power, and is present in most electronic devices. In this course, you will receive an introduction to this emerging and rapidly growing field.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA01185

CWR and Thermal Forces Workshop

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Gain a working knowledge of CWR and learn how to calculate the thermal forces and internal forces associated with the installation of CWR. Understand the proper procedure for thermal adjusting and maintaining neutral temperature, and learn about flash butt and thermite welds, CWR maintenance, replacing rail, and FRA regulations.
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RA01302

Understanding and Complying with FRA 213 Track Safety Standards

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Learn the minimum safety requirements for railroad track to comply with FRA 213, and understand the responsibilities for compliance and proper designation of qualified people to supervise and inspect track.
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RA01303

Electrified Rail Systems Traction Power and Overhead Contact Systems Fundamentals

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This course will introduce many of the fundamentals that are the foundation of rail traction power and overhead contact systems. If you work in this area or need to understand the concepts related to electrically powered rail systems, this is the course for you. NOTE: This course can be attended face-to-face in Madison, WI or live online via Zoom web conference.
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Discipline: Electrical
RA01357
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