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Railway Lines and Stations

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    By - Guangzhou Railway Polytechnic

  • 500 students
  • 2 Hours

Course Description

Railway Lines and Stations explores the infrastructure and layout principles that underpin railway transport systems. The course covers railway track components, line alignment, station classifications, track arrangements and the functions of station facilities, with an emphasis on their contribution to safe and efficient train operations. Learners develop a foundational understanding of how railway lines and stations work together, alongside the skills to identify infrastructure components and interpret basic track and station layouts.

Course Curriculum

  • Chapters
  • Lectures
  • Quizzes
  • 2 Hours Total Length
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1 Definition and Classification of Urban Rail Transit
7 Min


2 Urban Rail Transit Network Planning Methods and Structural Analysis
7 Min


3 Identifying Urban Rail Transit Route Types
7 Min


4 Application of Main Lines and Auxiliary Lines
4 Min


5 Drawing the Clearance Limits for Urban Rail Transit Lines
7 Min


6 Drawing the Structure of a Simple Turnout
7 Min


7 Identifying Types of Turnouts
7 Min


8 Manual Turnout Operation
7 Min


9 Describing the Composition and Functions of Railway Tracks
7 Min


10 Drawing Track Geometry and Track Safety Equipment
10 Min


11 Identifying Types of Stations
7 Min


12 Using Station Equipment
7 Min


13 Describing the Components of Horizontal and Vertical Alignment
7 Min


14 Analyzing the Design Elements of Horizontal and Vertical Alignment
7 Min


15 Understanding Operations and Equipment at a Rolling Stock Depot
7 Min


16 Using Lines in a Rolling Stock Depot
7 Min


Instructor

Guangzhou Railway Polytechnic

Biography

Located in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China, Guangzhou Railway Polytechnic is a public higher vocational institution with a longstanding heritage in railway education. The polytechnic specialises in developing technical professionals for railway transportation and related engineering industries, combining academic knowledge with practical skills training. Recognised as a national high-quality higher vocational college and a participant in China’s “Double High Plan,” the institution emphasises industry–education integration and modern apprenticeships. Its teaching and training facilities support students in developing technical competence and preparing for professional practice. Guided by its motto, “Innovation Every Day,” Guangzhou Railway Polytechnic promotes applied learning, continuous improvement and professional growth. Through vocational education aligned with industry needs, it prepares skilled graduates to contribute to transportation development and the wider economy.

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