Firm course, pavements and bituminous mixtures

In the current era, road infrastructure and its components are constantly evolving, with new technologies and methods that seek a balance between durability and sustainability. This training program offers an introduction to the foundations of firm and pavements, whose domain is key in the configuration of efficient transport networks, such as highways, airports and urban areas. Throughout various didactic units, we reveal the constituent materials of the firm, the properties and applications of the bituminous mixtures, and the most advanced surface treatments. The strength of the most recent innovations in paving is not omitted, highlighting its impact on crucial aspects such as environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. When entering this area through our program, you will settle a solid basis of technical knowledge, essential to contribute to continuous improvement in the road infrastructure construction and maintenance sector. With a contemporary and complete vision, this course is a fundamental step in its professional development, presenting the current challenges and solutions in this dynamic field.

The objective of this module is to introduce the student in the field of firm and pavements, as one of the main assets of transport infrastructure such as highways, urban networks, airports, ports, etc., as well as to update the currents of innovation and new technologies in the sector. The module is focused on the technical knowledge of each technology, as well as to the understanding of its condition to other parameters related to sustainability, pollution or energy, among others

The course "Firm, pavements and bituminous mixtures" opens a labor field specialized in road infrastructure. Graduates can opt for positions as a laboratory technician in bituminous materials, pavement design consultant, specialist in new surface treatments and applicator of new paving technologies. With solid knowledge in firm composition and technology, professionals will have the ability to innovate in the construction and maintenance of roads.

This course prepares you to understand the key elements of firm and pavements, essential in transport infrastructure such as highways or airports. You will address bituminous materials and mixtures with a focus on innovation and current technologies, analyzing its impact on energy sustainability and efficiency. You will acquire technical knowledge to understand how modern pavements influence pollution reduction and promote more responsible practices in road construction.

The course "Firm, pavements and bituminous mixtures. Basic concepts" is designed for professionals in the transport infrastructure sector, including urban networks and airports, which seek to deepen materials, surface treatments and bituminous mixtures. It is a technical tour of current innovations and technologies, focusing on sustainability and its impact on energy and environmental aspects. A comprehensive module for those interested in the area of firm and pavements.