LRTT1065 Light Rail Signals Systems I
This course provides historical information relevant to equipment and processes commonly used to protect street and pedestrian traffic at rail crossings. In addition, this course provides information on equipment and processes related to train detection, signaling theory, troubleshooting and repair. Upon completion, the student will know how to safely work in the rail Right of Way, inspect and maintain crossing, train detection and signaling equipment. The course focuses on process, starting with communication with Rail Control Center, removing equipment from service, troubleshooting and repair or replacement, and restoring the system to service.
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Describe the maintainers’ interactions with Rail Control Center
Define terminology and acronyms associated with Rail Signals Systems
Identify differences between Grade and Pedestrian Crossings
Explain the reasoning for Grade and Pedestrian Crossings
Demonstrate a monthly inspection for each type of crossing
Explain the reason for monthly ground and crossed battery checks
Describe the sequence and timing involved in protecting a crossing
Identify different train detection methods
Identify different types of signaling
Describe the function of track circuits
Describe the function of block signaling
Demonstrate knowledge of Power Frequency Track Circuits
Demonstrate knowledge of Audio Frequency Track Circuits
Demonstrate knowledge of Axle Counters
Demonstrate knowledge of Dark Territory
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the bookstore.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Course Credits section of this syllabus for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Hennepin Technical College offers reasonable accommodations to qualified students with disabilities. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact the college’s Disability Services Director: Sara Laviolette at Brooklyn Park (763-488-2477) or Jean Kreutter at Eden Prairie (952-995-1544).
Campus
Brooklyn Park Campus Eden Prairie Campus 952-995-1300
Credit Details