Introduction to Highway Design

new road design and construction

Introduction to Highway Design

Course Overview

A one-day course providing an introduction to highway design issues for staff seeking to understand the principles of this area of work.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of the course is to help professionals understand the design concepts and procedures for new roads and road improvements referring to both Manual for Street and DMRB principles.

Certification

Delegates completing this course will receive a CPD certificate of attendance, recognised by both the IHE and CIHT.

In-House Training

Please note that this is only available as an in-house training course to be delivered at your offices or at a venue of your choice.

The maximum number of delegates we can train on this course is limited to 16. To receive a quotation, please complete a request below.

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Well done – you kept me attentive on a very info dense topic. Thanks.

Introduction to Highway Design, July 2025

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Everything was perfect and useful. Highly recommended.

Introduction to Highway Design, January 2023

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Phil was very engaging and + knowledgeable, thank you!

Introduction to Highway Design, January 2023

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Introduction to Highway Maintenance

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Introduction to Highway Maintenance

Course Overview

A one-day course providing an introduction to highway maintenance issues for staff seeking to understand the principles of this area of work.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of the course is to help professionals understand the techniques and procedures for maintaining roads. The course will clarify some of the legal issues and help to reduce potential liabilities.

Certification

Delegates completing this course will receive a CPD certificate of attendance, recognised by both the IHE and CIHT.

In-House Training

Please note that this is only available as an in-house training course to be delivered at your offices or at a venue of your choice.

The maximum number of delegates we can train on this course is limited to 16. To receive a quotation, please complete a request below.

Introduction to the Design of Road Markings and Signs

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Introduction to the Design of Road Markings and Signs

Course Overview

A one-day course which will provide an insight into the design of traffic signs and road markings, and will give delegates the confidence to commission compliant and enforceable traffic signing and road marking schemes taking into account the latest regulations. This course is particularly beneficial to those professionals new to traffic management/road safety and those who have an interest in the design and maintenance of traffic schemes.

Please note this course does not include the design of road signs using any computer packages.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of the course is to give an introduction to implementing traffic signs and road markings and to review current legislation and guidance. The course also discusses practical aspects and current issues.

Certification

Delegates completing this course will receive a CPD certificate of attendance, recognised by both the IHE and CIHT.

In-House Training

Please note that this is only available as an in-house training course to be delivered at your offices or at a venue of your choice.

The maximum number of delegates we can train on this course is limited to 16. To receive a quotation, please complete a request below.

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Fantastic enthusiastic knowledgeable instructor! Thank you. Wish this course took place 5 years ago when I started this job!

Introduction to the Design of Road Markings and Signs, October 2025

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The instructor was very knowledgeable and friendly, everything was clear to understand. Thanks.

Introduction to the Design of Road Markings and Signs, October 2025

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Really informative course. First class content delivery! Tara did a fantastic job.

Introduction to the Design of Road Markings and Signs, April 2025

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Very good delivery of subject matter that could have been very dry otherwise. Very informative without overload.

Introduction to the Design of Road Markings and Signs, February 2025

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Priority Junctions & Development Accesses

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Priority Junctions & Development Accesses

Course Overview

A one-day course covering the principles of design and good practice, with practical examples and workshops to reinforce key learning points for the design of Priority Junctions and Development Accesses.

Important Notes:

1. The design sessions include good practice guidance but not AutoCAD training.

2. There are ARCADY sessions which include guidance on interpreting the model outputs and how the main input factors affect the results. They do not include a demonstration of the software. Training on the ARCADY is available from TRL, who own and license the software.

Topics Covered

  • Principles of Junction Capacity
  • MfS, MfS2 and DMRB Principles and Practice
  • Direct Accesses and Development Accesses
  • Visibility Issues
  • Geometric Design Issues including Turning Lanes, Corner Radii, Vehicle Swept Paths etc.
  • PICADY Input and Output
  • Road Safety Issues

Aims and Objectives

Completing the course will give delegates more confidence in applying good practice principles to their designs, resulting in better designs from both a road safety and capacity point of view.

Certification

Delegates completing this course will receive a CPD certificate of attendance, recognised by both the IHE and CIHT.

Course Fee

The fee for this course is £395 + VAT per person, which includes all costs (course notes, certification etc.).

Training Options

Unfortunately we’re not able to offer this course on an open basis – please see below for details of our available training options.

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A comprehensive and well presented course. Useful to those of us engaged in the safety auditing of development led schemes. Good practical examples.

Priority Junctions & Development Accesses (e-Learning), March 2023

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Really good course, material and workshops undertaken gave a really good refresh on these junction types and the design and safety auditing of them.

Priority Junctions & Development Accesses (e-Learning), February 2023

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