Event

Track Alignment Design I

This seminar is best for individuals that are responsible for track design production work, with 1-5 years of railroad or track design experience, or more experienced railroaders and engineers moving into track design responsibilities. Participants should have a rudimentary knowledge of railroads and railroad terminology. The Introduction to Practical Railway Engineering or equivalent is an ideal precursor to this class. Participants will learn design approaches to typical rail service, capacity, and routing problems with a sharp focus on the development and evaluation of horizontal and vertical alignment geometric design. A case study approach provides incrementally higher levels of difficulties with multiple constraints, building on concepts learned in prior modules. Nine (9) real-world situations are presented to the participants, who are walked through the project from the concept phase through alternative analysis to the final resolution. The interface of signal design and constructability with track alignment design are discussed. The seminar workbook containing the presentation will be provided digitally.

This Seminar will be held in conjunction with the AREMA 2026 Annual Conference & Expo. Conference registration is not required - you can register for a Seminar only. Additional details and registration is available here.

When

9/16/2026 1:30 PM - 9/18/2026 12:00 PM
Central Daylight Time

Where

Kansas City Convention Center Kansas City, MO