BCIV-085: Infrastructure System Planning
Course Objectives:
To plan regional infrastructure and physical network systems.
To understand the various benefits of infrastructure privatization.
To comprehend the role of NGOs, public, and private organizations in urban development.
To gain knowledge of sustainable development of infrastructure.
UNIT-I: Infrastructure Development Planning
Concept of basic needs
Formulation of objectives, norms, and standards
Planning for water supply scheme
Issues related to the transmission of water
Sequence and benefits
Distribution system and its suitability from large cities to small towns
Regional infrastructure and network systems, including physical aspects like roads, sanitation, drainage, watershed management, fire services, telecommunication, energy, electricity, solid waste disposal, etc.
UNIT-II: Private Involvement in Infrastructure
A Historical Overview of Infrastructure Privatization
Benefits of Infrastructure Privatization
Problems with Infrastructure Privatization
Privatization of Infrastructure in India: Case Study
Privatization of Road Transportation Infrastructure in India
UNIT-III: Urban Developments and Public/Private Sector
Urban development bodies
Urban development authorities: background and functions
Powers of the organization: structure and resources
Role of NGOs and private organizations in urban development
Relationships with local and state governments
Legal rights and water pricing
UNIT-IV: Strategies for Successful Infrastructure Project Implementation
Risk Management Framework for Infrastructure Projects
Planning Phase of Infrastructure Projects
Sustainable Development of Infrastructure
Introduction to various rating systems for infrastructure projects
Course Outcomes:
Understand the concept of regional infrastructure and physical network systems.
Comprehend the concept of privatization of infrastructure in India.
Understand the role of urban development bodies.
Understand the phases of planning infrastructure projects.
Reference Books:
"Infrastructure Engineering and Management" by Neil Grigg, Wiley, 1988.
"Modern Pavement Management" by Hudson Haas and Zaniewski, Krieger, 1994.
"Infrastructure Management: Integrating Design, Construction, Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Renovation" by Hudson Haas and Uddin, McGraw Hill, 1999.
"World Development Report 1994: Infrastructure for Development" by World Bank, 1994.
"Fundamentals of Town Planning" by G. K. Hiraskar.
"Principles of Town Planning and Architecture" by Hiranmay Biswas.
"Evaluation in Planning: Evolution and Prospects" by Professor Ernest Alexander.