Description

Course Description:

The  Roman Construction Polyspaston crane, also known as a compound pulley system, was a crucial tool for lifting heavy objects during Roman construction. It was powered by four men working on either side of a winch or, for larger loads, a treadwheel. The treadwheel crane could lift up to 6,000 kg with half the crew, demonstrating its efficiency compared to manual lifting methods.

Key Features of Course Divine:

• Collaboration with E‑Cell IIT Tirupati
• 1:1 Online Mentorship Platform
• Credit-Based Certification
• Live Classes Led by Industry Experts
• Live, Real-World Projects
• 100% Placement Support
• Potential Interview Training
• Resume-Building Activities

Career Opportunities After  Roman Construction Crane:

• Heritage Conservation Engineer
• Archaeological Site Technician
• Construction Historian
• Exhibit Designer
• Historical Consultant
• Educator / Lecturer
• Structural Analyst
• Cultural Tourism Project Manager

Essentials Skills You will Develop Roman Construction Crane:

• Mechanical Components Mastery
• Manual Lifting Mechanics
• Historical Construction Techniques
• Material Handling Skills
• Technical Drawing & Replication
• Load Calculations & Safety Practices

Tools Covered:

• Pulley Systems
• Simple pulleys
• Compound pulleys (Polyspaston, Trispaston)
• Rope and Rigging Techniques
• Natural fiber ropes
• Ancient rigging methods
• Load-bearing calculations
• Winches and Capstans
• Manual winches
• Rotational mechanisms used in lifting

Syllabus:

Module 1: Introduction to Roman Engineering and Construction Overview of Roman civil and military engineering Importance of cranes in Roman infrastructure
Historical sources (Vitruvius, archaeological sites, reliefs) Types of Roman cranes: treadwheel, capstan, compound pulley systems.

Module 2: Principles of Mechanics in Roman Cranes Simple machines: lever, pulley, axle, and wheel Mechanical advantage in Roman lifting devices Static and dynamic load analysis Force distribution and rope tension.

Module 3: Materials and Tools Used Timber types used (e.g., oak, pine) and Roman joinery Hemp ropes, iron nails, bronze fittings Roman measuring tools and construction instruments Preservation and durability strategies.

Module 4: Design and Components of Roman Cranes Structural design: A-frame, treadwheel, beam, axle Pulleys and lifting blocks: single, double, and compound Treadwheel mechanics: size, workforce, energy output Stability and counterweights.

Module 5: Construction Techniques Blueprinting and layout of crane parts
Timber framing and mortise-tenon joints Assembly sequence: base, wheel, axle, lifting arm On-site construction considerations.

Module 6: Operational Training and Safety (Historical and Modern) Ancient operational practices and labor deployment Safety considerations: tipping, overloading, rope failure Modern safety comparisons and reenactment protocols
Risk mitigation during live demonstrations.

Module 7: Applications in Roman Architecture Lifting techniques used in aqueducts, amphitheaters, temples Case studies: Colosseum, Pont du Gard, Pantheon Urban vs. military field use of cranes Transport and logistics integration.

Module 8: Reenactment and Experimental Archaeology Modern reconstructions of Roman cranes Experimental data on lifting capacity and efficiency Collaboration with museums and universities Live demonstrations and public education.

Module 9: Maintenance, Repairs, and Innovation Wear and tear in wood and rope systems Maintenance cycles in Roman construction sites Innovations over time: from capstan to treadwheel Role of Roman crane technology in medieval Europe.

Module 10: Final Project and Certification Final theoretical test on mechanics, history, and safety Practical assessment: operating a replica crane or simulation
Group project: designing a crane setup for a specific Roman structure Certification issued upon completion with honors distinction available.

Industry Projects:

• Ancient Construction Site Planning
• Comparison Report: Roman
• Reconstructing a Roman
• Pulley and Rope System Optimization
• Historical Engineering Documentation

Who is this program for?

• Civil Engineering Students and Graduates
• Construction Professionals
• Mechanical Engineering Students
• Government and Private Contractors
• Technicians and Maintenance Staff
• Job Seekers in Infrastructure Projects

How To Apply:

Mobile: 9100348679

Email: coursedivine@gmail.com