Program Overview

Introduction to the Civil Engineering Program

The Civil Engineering program at the Politecnico di Milano is characterized by a comprehensive approach to the field, with a focus on the design, construction, and management of infrastructure projects.

Infrastrutures di Trasporto

The Infrastrutture di Trasporto orientation focuses on the planning, design, construction, and management of transportation infrastructure, including roads, railways, ports, and airports. Unlike other Italian universities, which typically offer a single course on road, railway, and airport construction, the Politecnico di Milano offers a series of courses that delve into the specifics of different transportation infrastructure.

Course Offerings

The program includes a range of compulsory courses, such as:

• "Progetto di strade" (Road Design), which covers the design of roads and highways, with a particular emphasis on intersections.
• "Aeroporti e trasporto aereo" (Airports and Air Transport), which justifies its specificity due to the presence of numerous airports in the Milan area.
• "Trasporti marittimi e intermodali" (Maritime and Intermodal Transport), which addresses the topic of ports and goods movement by sea.
• "Progetto di ferrovie ed Esercizio ferroviario" (Railway Design and Operation), a comprehensive course dedicated to railway infrastructure.
• "Tecnica delle pavimentazioni" (Pavement Technology), which covers the specific topic of road, highway, and airport pavements, particularly using bituminous conglomerates.
• "Tecnica ed economia dei trasporti" (Transport Technology and Economics) and "Circolazione e Sicurezza Stradale" (Traffic and Road Safety), which deal with the transportation aspects of infrastructure, both in the design and operational phases.
• "Cantieri per le Infrastrutture" (Construction Sites for Infrastructure), which addresses the issues of construction site management for infrastructure projects.

Optional Courses and Internships

Students also have the option to participate in external internships with private or public companies, or internal internships at the Experimental Road Laboratory of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. These internships provide hands-on experience and the opportunity to conduct research on innovative road materials with a focus on their environmental impact.

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including transportation planning, infrastructure design, construction, and management, with a focus on sustainability and environmental impact.