Course Modules

Module 1: Principles of Rail Station Planning and Development

• Functions and classifications of rail stations

• Key planning considerations: site selection, demand forecasts

• Stakeholder roles in rail station development

• Global station development trends and case examples

• Exercise: Analyze the layout of a major international station

Module 2: Passenger Flow, Accessibility, and User Experience

• Passenger circulation patterns and space allocation

• Accessibility standards for persons with reduced mobility

• Signage, ticketing areas, restrooms, and retail planning

• Human-centered design principles for rail stations

• Group Activity: Redesign a congested station for improved flow

Module 3: Intermodal Connectivity and Urban Integration

• Integrating rail stations with buses, metro, parking, NMT

• Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) strategies

• Wayfinding, entrance placement, and modal transfers

• Station design in urban, peri-urban, and rural contexts

• Workshop: Plan a multimodal hub from a given brief

Module 4: Station Safety, Security, and Compliance

• Fire safety, evacuation routes, and surveillance systems

• Building codes and structural considerations

• Safety audits and accessibility compliance reviews

• Risk mitigation planning and crowd control

• Simulation: Emergency response scenario in a station setting

Module 5: Digital Tools, Smart Stations, and Best Practices

• Use of CAD/BIM tools in station design

• Intelligent transport systems (ITS) and IoT for smart stations

• Sustainability features and energy-efficient design

• Case Studies: Iconic and innovative global rail stations

• Final Exercise: Design a small passenger rail station layout (group presentation)