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Basics of Railroad Infrastructure Webinar
Basics of Railroad Infrastructure Webinar
July 17, 2024 | Online :: Central Time
Gaining a clear understanding of key railroad infrastructure components, such as tracks, structures, signal systems, power systems, communications, stations, yards, and maintenance facilities, empowers professionals new to the rail and transit industry. This foundational knowledge enhances proficiency in rail operations and infrastructure engineering projects. Additionally, experienced rail operators seeking insights into engineering or project management will benefit from a deeper understanding of railroad infrastructure intricacies.
The Basics of Railroad Infrastructure webinar offers an introductory overview of essential railway infrastructure elements, aiding attendees in making informed decisions, improving project outcomes, and contributing effectively to the success of railway projects and operations.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Identify key components of railroad infrastructure, including tracks, structures, signal systems, power systems, communications, stations, yards, and maintenance facilities
- Explore the fundamental principles underlying the construction and operation of railway infrastructure
- Recognize the significance of various infrastructure elements in ensuring safe and efficient railway operations
- Gain insights into the role of each infrastructure component in supporting the overall functionality of railway systems
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 : Central Time
1:45 – 2:00 p.m.
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2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Webcast Timing
Introduction to Railroad Infrastructure
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- Track structure makeup
- Railway track construction and maintenance
Line Structures
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- Bridges
- Tunnels
- Viaducts
- Drainage systems
Signal Systems
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- Wayside signals
- Control systems
- Hardware
Power Systems
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- Traction power
- Substations
- Signal power systems
Communication Systems
Passenger Stations
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- Terminals
- Platforms
- Waiting rooms
- Ticketing facilities
Yards & Maintenance Facilities
Q&A Session
Jesse Heimowitz, CCM – Vice President of Rail & Transit, Tectonic Engineering
Jesse Heimowitz is a career-long rail industry professional, where he’s specialized in providing program, project, and construction management on high-value railway design & construction projects, primarily in the passenger rail field as an owners-representative. He is currently the Vice President of Rail & Transit at Tectonic Engineering Consultants, where his focus is on providing world-class Project and Program Management services, and commuter rail engineering / operations subject-matter-expertise, for rail owners throughout the NY, NJ, CT, and PA regions. Prior to his current role at Tectonic, Mr. Heimowitz was the Director of Project Delivery for MTA Construction & Development’s Long Island Rail Road Business Unit, where he oversaw various in-house project management teams and design & construction projects involving structures, stations, track, power, signal, communications, yards, maintenance facilities, and other rail engineering disciplines.
Jesse is a proud recipient of a Mass Transit Magazine “40 Under 40” award, a Progressive Railroading “Rising Star” award, as well as several American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC), American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) “Project of the Year” awards over the course of his career. He is also a member of the American Railway Engineering & Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA) Technical Committee 11 – Commuter & Intercity Rail Systems, and Technical Committee 12 – Rail Transit, in addition to volunteering his time as a certified Lead Trainer for CMAA’s Professional Construction Management course (administered nationally to professionals looking to prepare for their Certified Construction Manager Exam, as well as those looking to hone their construction management skill sets). Mr. Heimowitz is a Certified Construction Manager (CCM), a graduate of NYU Polytechnic School of Engineering with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and is an active member of several professional development organizations including CMAA, ACEC, and AREMA.
We will be using Microsoft Teams to facilitate your participation in the upcoming event. You do not need to have an existing Teams account in order to participate in the broadcast – the course will play in your browser and you will have the option of using a microphone to speak with the room and ask questions, or type any questions in via the chat window and our on-site representative will relay your question to the instructor.
- Microsoft recommends downloading and installing the Teams app if possible. You may also use the Edge browser or Chrome.
- You will receive a separate email with a unique link to a personalized landing page which will include links to join all sessions of this event.
- If you are using a microphone, please ensure that it is muted until such time as you need to ask a question.
- The remote meeting connection will be open approximately 30 minutes before the start of the course. We encourage you to connect as early as possible in case you experience any unforeseen problems.
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