Introduction
Efficient road and pavement management is crucial for sustainable infrastructure development and resource allocation. This comprehensive training course is specifically designed to equip participants with the in-depth knowledge and practical skills required to effectively utilize HDM-4 (Highway Development and Management version 4), a powerful software tool for road management and pavement management. Learn how to input data, perform sophisticated analyses, interpret results, and generate insightful reports to support informed decision-making in road maintenance, rehabilitation, and investment planning. Mastering HDM-4 through this training course will empower you to optimize road network performance and ensure cost-effective infrastructure management.
This intensive training course delves into the core functionalities of the HDM-4 software, providing hands-on experience in its application to real-world road and pavement management scenarios. Participants will gain proficiency in data collection and input, model calibration, economic evaluation, pavement deterioration modeling, and the development of multi-year road work programs. By the end of this training course, you will be adept at using HDM-4 to analyze various road management strategies, predict future pavement conditions, and justify investment decisions based on sound economic principles, ultimately leading to more efficient and sustainable road infrastructure management practices.
Target Audience
Course Objectives
Duration
10 Days
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to HDM-4
Module 2: Data Collection and Input in HDM-4
Module 3: Calibration of HDM-4 Models
Module 4: Economic Evaluation using HDM-4
Module 5: Pavement Deterioration Modeling in HDM-4
Module 6: Defining and Analyzing Maintenance and Rehabilitation Strategies
Module 7: Developing Multi-Year Road Work Programs in HDM-4
Module 8: Impact of Traffic and Environment on Pavements in HDM-4
Module 9: Generating and Interpreting HDM-4 Reports
Module 10: Integration with Other Road Management Systems
Module 11: Scenario Analysis in HDM-4
Module 12: Limitations and Interpretation of HDM-4 Results
Module 13: Practical Application and Case Studies
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the training venue, airport transfers, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.
Dates | Fees | Location | Apply |
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12/05/2025 - 23/05/2025 | $9000 | Dubai |
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19/05/2025 - 30/05/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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02/06/2025 - 13/06/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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09/06/2025 - 20/06/2025 | $7000 | Mombasa |
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16/06/2025 - 27/06/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $9000 | Johannesburg |
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14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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04/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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11/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 | $7000 | Mombasa |
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18/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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01/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $8000 | Dar es Salaam |
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15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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06/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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13/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $8000 | Kigali |
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20/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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03/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $7000 | Mombasa |
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17/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 | $6000 | Nairobi |
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