CRISI Workforce Development Training: Vehicles & Vehicle Dynamics Fundamentals

Workforce Development Training for Shortline and Passenger Railway Professionals at TTC

The Transportation Technology Center (TTC), operated by ENSCO, invites shortline and passenger railway professionals to participate in a specialized workforce development training program funded through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s CRISI Grant.

This free, three-day course provides an introduction to rail vehicle systems, suspensions, and dynamics. Participants will conduct a railcar inspection and learn numerical modeling techniques for simulating railcar and track interactions using multi-body dynamics software. Afternoon field sessions illustrate how suspension components and track geometry influence safety and ride performance.

Who Should Attend

Shortline and passenger railway professionals interested in vehicle inspection, design fundamentals, and safety performance.

Daily Schedule

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM each day

Agenda Overview

• Day 1 – Vehicle and Suspension Systems

• Day 2 – Dynamic Modeling Concepts

• Day 3 – Field Demonstrations and Data Analysis

Cost

Free to attend. Training is fully funded through the CRISI Grant.
Lunch is not included. Students may purchase meals at the on-site TTC cafeteria or cover their own expenses.

Location

Transportation Technology Center (TTC)
55500 DOT Test Road, Pueblo, CO 81025

Capacity

Limited to 15 students per class.

PPE Requirement

Afternoon field sessions require steel-toed boots. TTC will provide the remaining PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, and safety vest).

Contact for Questions

Gregory Holtman, Training Coordinator
📞 719-842-7143 (office) | 303-885-6729 (mobile)
✉️ holtman.gregory@ensco.com