Railway Project Surveys and Estimates

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What are the two broad categories of railway electrification surveys?

Cost-cum-feasibility survey and foot by foot survey (correct)

Technical evaluation survey and budget estimation survey

Traffic feasibility survey and operational survey

Cost-cum-feasibility survey and environmental impact survey

What is the primary purpose of a cost-cum-feasibility survey in railway electrification?

To conduct public consultations for project approval

To assess the environmental impacts of electrification

To examine major engineering installations affecting costs (correct)

To provide detailed construction drawings

Which of the following factors is NOT considered in a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

Public opinion on electrification (correct)

Availability of land for locomotive shed

Condition of overline structures

Track geometry modifications

In the context of electrification surveys, what should be examined for heavy overline structures?

Possible modifications required for overhead equipment Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of signalling and telecommunication works is considered during a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

Modification needed to existing installations Signup and view all the answers

When is it permissible to include portions of the foot by foot survey along with the cost-cum-feasibility survey?

In case of urgency Signup and view all the answers

Which consideration is relevant for the quick survey of soil in the context of railway electrification?

Assessing costs involved in foundation work Signup and view all the answers

What specific aspect of track needs to be surveyed in yards for electrification?

Distance between track centers Signup and view all the answers

What is required regarding the modification assessments of civil works in railway electrification?

Evaluation of major or minor adjustments needed Signup and view all the answers

Which requirement is essential for running 12 wide stock on suburban routes?

Feasibility considerations concerning routes near cities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an abstract estimate?

To indicate the necessity and desirability of proposed works Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT part of a detailed estimate?

A brief justification report summarizing public opinion Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for preparing estimates for proposals initiated in the Division?

The Division itself Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the allocation of costs in an abstract estimate?

Allocations to Capital, Development Fund, Revenue, and Reserves Signup and view all the answers

What action must be taken before any work included in an abstract estimate is commenced?

The detailed estimate must be prepared and sanctioned Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the responsibilities of the Senior Divisional Electrical Engineer?

They submit certain estimates for administrative and technical approval Signup and view all the answers

What must be checked against IRS/RDSO Standards in new works?

The execution of designs and equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Accounts Officer in the estimation process?

To verify estimates submitted for approval Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between abstract estimates and detailed estimates?

Detailed estimates can only be created after abstract estimates receive approval Signup and view all the answers

Which component is critical to ensure that costs in a detailed estimate do not exceed the abstract estimate?

Sufficient detail in the preparation of the detailed estimate Signup and view all the answers

What is the key purpose of conducting a foot by foot survey in track electrification?

To prepare detailed working drawings and update survey plans Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following parameters is NOT checked during the foot by foot survey?

Distance to the nearest city Signup and view all the answers

What type of estimate is primarily used to secure administrative approval for expenditures?

Abstract estimates Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for the estimates related to new works or assets?

They must be scrutinized by the competent authority before incurring any liability Signup and view all the answers

Which item is NOT included in the scope of foot by foot survey?

Analysis of financial viability for investments Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of estimate mentioned in the content?

Comprehensive Estimates Signup and view all the answers

At what intervals is soil type determined along the route during the survey?

Every 5 Km Signup and view all the answers

What is an outcome of the site confirmation of pre-pegging plans?

Confirmation of feasibility for structural locations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of abstract estimates?

Enabling administrative approval and gauging financial prospects Signup and view all the answers

Which of these activities falls under the category of repairs or reconditioning?

Replacing track components Signup and view all the answers

What should be prepared for each alternative proposal made?

Separate estimates and a general abstract Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of grouping items in estimates?

To reduce the number of items posted in the Register of Work Signup and view all the answers

When works are interconnected, what should they be considered as?

One scheme with an aggregate estimated cost Signup and view all the answers

What should be prepared if works are situated in multiple executive divisions?

Separate detailed estimates for each division Signup and view all the answers

What should be shown in detail under separate sub-heads of the estimate?

Cost of establishment Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary if additional establishment is required during a project?

Sanction from competent authority is needed Signup and view all the answers

How should the pay and allowances of staff supervising multiple works be charged?

Charged proportionately to those works Signup and view all the answers

In major schemes, what must be ensured regarding establishment charges?

Due provision is made under the heading 'Establishment' Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the completion report if excess establishment costs are incurred?

Details of the excess expenditures Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when making estimates for connected works?

The aggregate estimated cost determines the sanctioning authority Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily assessed during the civil works portion of a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

Modification needs for major engineering installations Signup and view all the answers

Which critical assessment is NOT part of the quick survey of soil in electrification surveys?

Analyzing soil stability for bridge constructions Signup and view all the answers

Which detail is examined in yards during a cost-cum-feasibility survey for electrification?

Track centres for slewing plans Signup and view all the answers

What must be confirmed regarding the location of a locomotive shed in a feasibility study?

The availability of suitable land Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is crucial for evaluating existing installations in signalling and telecommunication works?

General Power Supply modification needs Signup and view all the answers

For running 12 wide stock on suburban routes, what aspect is primarily evaluated?

Requirements for overhead line equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is required to include when examining track geometry during a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

Remodelling plans and track level changes Signup and view all the answers

In a feasibility study, what is essential regarding the electrical supply for a new installation?

Assessment of General Power Supply modifications Signup and view all the answers

Which element is NOT typically part of a civil works assessment in a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

Determination of historical construction costs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of conducting a foot by foot survey in track electrification?

To collect data necessary for preparing working drawings Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is specifically examined during the foot by foot survey?

Curvature of tracks Signup and view all the answers

What should be confirmed during the site confirmation of pre-pegging plans?

The feasibility of structural locations Signup and view all the answers

In the context of estimates, what is an abstract estimate primarily used for?

To provide administrative approval for expenditures Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tasks falls under the category of new works according to the estimation process?

Constructing new railway bridges Signup and view all the answers

What type of estimate provides an idea of the financial prospected for a proposed project?

Abstract Estimates Signup and view all the answers

Which element is checked regarding the positioning of infrastructure during a foot by foot survey?

Distance of existing signals and junctions Signup and view all the answers

What is required for proposals related to temporary and experimental works?

Sanction from the authority competent before liability is incurred Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for well-defined estimates when there are interlinked works?

They should be considered as a single project Signup and view all the answers

At what intervals should the determination of soil type occur along the route?

Every 5 Km Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial component that must be included in an abstract estimate to provide a correct idea of the work involved?

Subdivided cost allocation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following must occur before any work included in an abstract estimate is started?

Administrative approval of a detailed estimate Signup and view all the answers

What must a detailed estimate include in order to provide the competent authority assurance regarding expenditure?

Outer sheet with abstract of cost Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for verifying estimates before they are submitted for approval to the Chief Electrical Engineer?

Accounts Officer Signup and view all the answers

In preparing estimates for new works, which standard must the designs and execution conform to?

IRS/RDSO Standards Signup and view all the answers

Which report must accompany an abstract estimate to justify the work proposed?

Brief report and justification Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of subdividing costs in an abstract estimate under main heads and specific items?

To indicate the nature of the expenditure involved Signup and view all the answers

What must be indicated in the estimate concerning the allocation of costs?

Allocation across different funding sources Signup and view all the answers

What should be done regarding any work that does not conform to established dimensions?

Obtain prior sanction of the CRS Signup and view all the answers

What is the main outcome when an abstract estimate is administratively approved?

Detailed estimate preparation starts Signup and view all the answers

What should accompany each alternative proposal when estimating costs?

A general abstract showing comparative costs Signup and view all the answers

Why should items be grouped together in estimates associated with the same account head?

To reduce the number of items in the Register of Work Signup and view all the answers

What determines the authority competent to sanction expenditure on a connected scheme?

The aggregate estimated cost of interconnected works Signup and view all the answers

If an Engineer is supervising multiple works, how should their pay and allowances be recorded?

Charged proportionately to the involved works Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if unforeseen establishment charges arise during a major scheme?

Sanction from competent authority must be obtained Signup and view all the answers

What is required to ensure accurate tracking of expenditures for connected works in different divisions?

Separate detailed estimates for each division Signup and view all the answers

What specific aspect should be reflected in the details of establishment charges within the estimates?

Costs shown under separate sub-heads Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken to explain additional establishment costs in the completion report?

Provide a detailed justification of excess charges Signup and view all the answers

What consideration should be prioritized when preparing estimates for connected works?

The interrelation and impact of each work on the others Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario should establishment charges not be booked under contingencies?

When they are anticipated and budgeted Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter X: Surveys, Estimates & Programmes

Engineering Code covers project development. Relevant chapters should be consulted.
Chapter II: Modes of Investigation of Railway Project
Chapter III: Traffic Survey
Chapter IV: Engineering Survey - Reconnaissance, Preliminary and Final Location Surveys
Chapter V: Engineering Survey - Project Reports, Techno-Economic Survey Report and Feasibility Report
Chapter VI: Estimates
Chapter 11001: Railway Electrification Surveys
- Introduction to Railway Electrification surveys
- Two broad categories:
  - Cost-cum-feasibility survey (pre-investment, decision-making)
  - Foot by foot survey (working designs, construction)
- Surveys may involve combined approaches
Chapter 11002: Cost-cum-Feasibility Survey
- Quick survey of electrification routes
- Examines major engineering installations
- Includes civil works (flyovers, bridges, tunnels)
  - Modification needed for overhead equipment (bridges, tunnels, track reballasting)
  - Feasibility of 12 wide stock on suburban routes
Chapter 11003: Foot by Foot Survey
- Detailed surveys for preparation of electrification working drawings
- Configuration of track, turnouts, crossings
- Track distances, alignment, sectional details
- Cabins, cable huts, station buildings, goods sheds
- Overline structures & soil type
- Bridges, tunnels & clearances
Chapter 11004: Estimates
- All proposals require approval (construction, purchases, renewal, repairs, scrapping).
Chapter 11005: Abstract Estimates
- Prepared to allow authorities to assess financial feasibility.
- Avoids detailed work at early stages.
- Provides brief report and justification.
- Shows estimated cost.
Chapter 11006: Detailed Estimates
- Prepared after approval of abstract estimate
- Sufficient detail to prevent exceeding abstract estimate
Chapter 11007: General Rules Applicable to All Estimates
- Responsibility for estimates (Divisional Electrical Engineer, Railway Manager)
- Design & Execution standards (IRS/RDSO)
- Alternative proposals: Separate estimates
- Grouping of related items
Chapter 11008: Works Programme, Machinery & Plant Programme and Rolling Stock Programme
- Works programming initiated 18 months in advance.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

This quiz covers key concepts from Chapter X, focusing on Surveys, Estimates, and Programs related to railway projects. It explores various modes of investigation, traffic surveys, and the engineering survey stages, including techno-economic feasibility reports. Understand the intricacies of railway electrification surveys and cost-cum-feasibility assessments.

Railway Project Surveys and Estimates

Choose a study mode

Podcast

Questions and Answers

What are the two broad categories of railway electrification surveys?

What is the primary purpose of a cost-cum-feasibility survey in railway electrification?

Which of the following factors is NOT considered in a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

In the context of electrification surveys, what should be examined for heavy overline structures?

Which aspect of signalling and telecommunication works is considered during a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

When is it permissible to include portions of the foot by foot survey along with the cost-cum-feasibility survey?

Which consideration is relevant for the quick survey of soil in the context of railway electrification?

What specific aspect of track needs to be surveyed in yards for electrification?

What is required regarding the modification assessments of civil works in railway electrification?

Which requirement is essential for running 12 wide stock on suburban routes?

What is the primary purpose of an abstract estimate?

Which component is NOT part of a detailed estimate?

Who is responsible for preparing estimates for proposals initiated in the Division?

What should be included in the allocation of costs in an abstract estimate?

What action must be taken before any work included in an abstract estimate is commenced?

Which statement is true regarding the responsibilities of the Senior Divisional Electrical Engineer?

What must be checked against IRS/RDSO Standards in new works?

What is the role of the Accounts Officer in the estimation process?

What is the relationship between abstract estimates and detailed estimates?

Which component is critical to ensure that costs in a detailed estimate do not exceed the abstract estimate?

What is the key purpose of conducting a foot by foot survey in track electrification?

Which of the following parameters is NOT checked during the foot by foot survey?

What type of estimate is primarily used to secure administrative approval for expenditures?

What is a requirement for the estimates related to new works or assets?

Which item is NOT included in the scope of foot by foot survey?

Which of the following is NOT a type of estimate mentioned in the content?

At what intervals is soil type determined along the route during the survey?

What is an outcome of the site confirmation of pre-pegging plans?

What is the primary focus of abstract estimates?

Which of these activities falls under the category of repairs or reconditioning?

What should be prepared for each alternative proposal made?

What is the primary purpose of grouping items in estimates?

When works are interconnected, what should they be considered as?

What should be prepared if works are situated in multiple executive divisions?

What should be shown in detail under separate sub-heads of the estimate?

What is necessary if additional establishment is required during a project?

How should the pay and allowances of staff supervising multiple works be charged?

In major schemes, what must be ensured regarding establishment charges?

What should be included in the completion report if excess establishment costs are incurred?

What is a key consideration when making estimates for connected works?

What is primarily assessed during the civil works portion of a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

Which critical assessment is NOT part of the quick survey of soil in electrification surveys?

Which detail is examined in yards during a cost-cum-feasibility survey for electrification?

What must be confirmed regarding the location of a locomotive shed in a feasibility study?

Which aspect is crucial for evaluating existing installations in signalling and telecommunication works?

For running 12 wide stock on suburban routes, what aspect is primarily evaluated?

What is required to include when examining track geometry during a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

In a feasibility study, what is essential regarding the electrical supply for a new installation?

Which element is NOT typically part of a civil works assessment in a cost-cum-feasibility survey?

What is the primary objective of conducting a foot by foot survey in track electrification?

Which of the following factors is specifically examined during the foot by foot survey?

What should be confirmed during the site confirmation of pre-pegging plans?

In the context of estimates, what is an abstract estimate primarily used for?

Which of the following tasks falls under the category of new works according to the estimation process?

What type of estimate provides an idea of the financial prospected for a proposed project?

Which element is checked regarding the positioning of infrastructure during a foot by foot survey?

What is required for proposals related to temporary and experimental works?

What is necessary for well-defined estimates when there are interlinked works?

At what intervals should the determination of soil type occur along the route?

What is a crucial component that must be included in an abstract estimate to provide a correct idea of the work involved?

Which of the following must occur before any work included in an abstract estimate is started?

What must a detailed estimate include in order to provide the competent authority assurance regarding expenditure?

Who is responsible for verifying estimates before they are submitted for approval to the Chief Electrical Engineer?

In preparing estimates for new works, which standard must the designs and execution conform to?

Which report must accompany an abstract estimate to justify the work proposed?

What is the purpose of subdividing costs in an abstract estimate under main heads and specific items?

What must be indicated in the estimate concerning the allocation of costs?

What should be done regarding any work that does not conform to established dimensions?

What is the main outcome when an abstract estimate is administratively approved?

What should accompany each alternative proposal when estimating costs?

Why should items be grouped together in estimates associated with the same account head?

What determines the authority competent to sanction expenditure on a connected scheme?

If an Engineer is supervising multiple works, how should their pay and allowances be recorded?

What must be done if unforeseen establishment charges arise during a major scheme?

What is required to ensure accurate tracking of expenditures for connected works in different divisions?

What specific aspect should be reflected in the details of establishment charges within the estimates?