ENGR8971 Transport Systems Engineering GE

2019

4.5

1 x 120-minute lecture weekly
1 x 60-minute tutorial weekly
1 x 120-minute computer lab weekly

ENGR3871 has been successfully completed

This topic introduces the theory and practice of traffic engineering including road and rail infrastructure. Topics to be covered include traffic flow theory; theories of interrupted & area-wide traffic flow; traffic surveys & data collection/analysis methods; performance/design of intersections & roundabouts; traffic signal operation/design; transport & the environment; planning & design for public transport systems; transit oriented development and smart growth; pedestrian and bicycle networks; road safety; urban transport planning; traffic operations; traffic impact analysis; travel-demand forecasting and basic road design variables; Intelligent Transport Systems; transport network modelling.

All civil engineers must understand the issues and solutions pertaining to the efficient development of transport infrastructure of all forms. The aim of this topic is to present an introduction to transport system components, theories, design and operation of different system elements for different modes of transport.

At the completion of this topic, students are expected to be able to:

1. Understand and propose solutions for the choice of various forms of transport problem
2. Understand the relationship between transport and land-use
3. Understand the basic concepts of transportation modelling and design
4. Design feasible transport schemes using a variety of modes of transport
5. Evaluate transportation projects in terms of their capacity, cost, environmental impact and equity
6. Interpret road plans, long-sections and cross-sections
7. Design and optimise transport network schemes using the latest modelling software