has determined to build itself into a world-class research-oriented university. Alumni Mao Yisheng: an expert on bridge construction and social activist. Tung-Yen Lin: structural engineer best known as the pioneer of standardizing the use of prestressed concrete. Jianyou Cao: One of the earliest contributors to Chinese railway electrification, a member of Chinese Academy of Sciences, and an expert in electric power system; the founder of the school of electrical engineering of Southwest Jiaotong University. References External links Official website Universities and colleges in Chengdu Jiaotong University Project 211 Educational institutions established in 1896 1896 establishments in China