Senior Lecturer (Department of Interdisciplinary Studies)
Nadika obtained BSc Eng (Hons) from Department of Civil Engineering, University of Moratuwa and obtained Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with specialization in Intelligent Transportation Systems from the same University followed by a post-doctoral fellowship. He has also obtained professional qualifications in Management Accounting as a CIMA (UK) Passed Finalist. He has over 10 years of experience in teaching, research and providing consultancy expertise. He has served as a consultant for many government and private projects, including the Colombo Sub-Urban Railway Project funded by ADB, Light Rail Transit Project funded by JICA, Beliatta-Kataragama Railway Extension Project, Proposed marine drive extension project, Proposed Central Expressway, Ruwanpura Expressway, Outer Circular Highway, New Kelani Bridge project, Havelock City Development, Port City development, etc. In addition, he has involved in conducting over 100 Traffic Impact Assessments for various government and private projects all over Sri Lanka.
Apart from academic and consultancy, Nadika became the Captain and “Flag Bearer” of Sri Lankan team for World University Games 2013, Kazan – Russia, representing Badminton. Further, he was the “Olympic Torch Career” at Sri Lanka University Games (SLUG) in 2013. Nadika was able to represent Sri Lanka team 3 times, for the World University Games; Kazan Russia in 2013, Gwangju Korea in 2012 and Shenzhen China in 2011, and obtained Colors for Sri Lanka Universities, Western Province and also Sri Lanka Junior.
Published (Full papers Journal and Conferences)
1] Jayasooriya, N., Perera L,, & Bandara J.M.S.J. (2021). Methodology for Dynamic Traffic Assignment Calibration for Mesoscopic Models in Heterogeneous Traffic Conditions using VISSIM micro simulations. Advances in Transportation Studies – International Journal (Accepted for publication)
2] Jayasooriya, N., Perera L,, & Bandara J.M.S.J. (2021). Increasing the effectiveness of T-Junctions with an innovative geometrical and phasing arrangement. Journal of the National Science Foundation (Accepted for publication)
3] Perera, L., Jayasooriya, N., & Rajapaksha, G. (2021). Assessment of park and ride acceptability of users in developing countries using discrete choice experiment. Advances in Transportation Studies – International Journal, 55.
4] Perera H.L.K., Jayasooriya N.K., Rajapaksha R.P.G.K.S., 2019. Assessment of Integration of Public Transport with Private Modes of Transportation in Developing Countries. 3rd International Symposium on Multi-Modal Transportation – Singapore.
5] Perera H.L.K., Jayasooriya N.K., Rajapaksha R.P.G.K.S., 2019. Assessment of Park and Ride Acceptability of Users in Developing Countries Using Discrete Choice Experiment. Transport Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting – 2019 – USA
6] Jayasooriya, N.K., Perera, H.L.K., Pasindu, H.R., Bandara, J.M.S.J., 2019. Developing a reliable estimate for value of time for transportation projects. Advances in Transportation Studies – International Journal 5–18.
7] Jayasooriya, N.K., Bandara, J.M.S.J. (2019). “Improving the Efficiency of an Intersection Through Traffic Signal Phasing Arrangement When No Separate Right Turn Lanes Available” Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference – 2019
8] Jayasooriya, N.K., Bandara, J.M.S.J. (2018). “Calibrating and Validating VISSIM Microscopic Simulation Software for the Context of Sri Lanka“, Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference – 2018
9] Jayasooriya, N.K., Perera, H.L.K., Bandara, J.M.S.J. (2016). “Assessing the suitability of providing Separate Openings for U-turns at Signalized Intersections”. 110th IESL Annual Sessions, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Awarded “LATE ENG. E O E PEREIRA AWARD” for the Best Paper of all categories at IESL Annual Sessions, Colombo Sri Lanka.
10] Jayasooriya, N. K., & Ekanayake, L. (2014). Local Construction Companies and Mega Projects: Foreign Presence in The Sri Lankan Construction Industry. Civil Engineering Research Symposium. Moratuwa: University of Moratuwa.
Published (Abstracts and Extended Abstracts)
1] Weerasinghe, O., Jayasooriya, N., Jayathunga, K., Gamalath, I., Bandara S. (2021). “Identification of Impact Area, Critical Road Sections and Important Intersections for Traffic Impact Assessments”. Transport Research Forum, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2] Fernando, D., Jayasooriya, N., (2021). “Evaluating asphalt concrete-14 containing crumb rubber as modified bitumen”. International Conference on Innovations and Emerging Technologies, Colombo, Sri Lanka. Nov 25-26. 2021
3] Godawita, H., Jayasooriya, N., Bandara S. (2018). “Applicability & Design Requirements of an Intelligent Pedestrian Crossing”. Transport Research Forum, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
4] Jayasooriya, N.K., Bandara, J.M.S.J. (2017). “Development of guidelines for traffic signal coordination for intersection clusters”. International Conference on Advances in Highway Engineering & Transportation Systems, Negombo, Sri Lanka.
5] Jayasooriya, N.K., Bandara, J.M.S.J. (2016). “Development of a guideline for traffic signals at Individual Intersections”. 9th Transport Research Forum, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
6] Jayasooriya, N.K., Pasindu, H.R., Perera, H.L.K., Bandara, J.M.S.J. (2015). “Developing a Reliable Estimate for Value of Time for Transportation Projects”. International Conference on Highway Engineering and Transportation Systems, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
7] Jayasooriya, N.K., Perera, H.L.K., Bandara, J.M.S.J. (2014). “Assessing the appropriateness of providing Separate Openings for U-turns at Signalized Intersections”. 7th Transport Research Forum, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Principal Investigator (P.I.) for the Investigator Driven Research Grant (IDG Grant No.20-124) for a Post-Doctoral Fellowship. Funding Agency is National Research Council (NRC) – Sri Lanka and Grant Value is Rs. 3.3 million.
Supervision – Research and Design Projects
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Topic |
Year |
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Design of Alternate Road for Sainthamaruthu Highway |
2021 |
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Design of a Railway Track from Dambulla to Matale |
2021 |
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The Utilization of Sustainable Construction Methods Within the construction industry In Sri Lanka |
2021 |
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Effective moisture content range for compacting 125mm ABC (aggregate base course) layer. |
2021 |
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Evaluating AC-14 containing crumb rubber as modified bitumen |
2021 |
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Analysis of standards of designing load transfer platforms for pile embankments. |
2021 |
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Performance comparison of asphalt concrete produced using granite and limestone coarse aggregates |
2021 |
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Impact for local construction companies over foreign construction companies |
2020 |
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The impact of Covid – 19 and the recession it left on employment in the construction industry |
2020 |
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Impact of construction productivity after the lock down due to the Covid 19 pandemic situation |
2020 |
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Analyzing the cost effectiveness of roundabouts in managing traffic for different conditions |
2020 |
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Research on Strengthening of Bricks using Rice Husk Ash |
2019 |
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Rehabilitation of ancient structures of Sri Lanka |
2019 |
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Study on Traffic Volume at 18th Mile Post Junction, Katunayaka (A3 Road) |
2019 |
Email – nadika@sjp.ac.lk
Mobile – +94 77 494 3703