CE 565

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Transportation Planning & Analysis

Civil and Construction Engineering Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering

Course Description

Construct computational models that represent travel as the outcome of human social and economic behavior. Apply these models to urban transportation systems in a planning and policy context.

When Taught

Winter

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

or instructor's consent.

Title

Analysis software

Learning Outcome

Analyze and interpret travel behavior data using summary statistics, graphics, and statistical models constructed in open-source, script-based software.

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Travel demand models

Learning Outcome

Develop and calibrate the functional steps of a trip-based travel demand model including inputs, common mathematical forms, and outputs.

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Planning analysis

Learning Outcome

Apply travel demand models to evaluate transportation plans and policies. Calculate benefits to individuals and households in terms of access to opportunity, choice utility, and travel time savings.

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Planning discussions

Learning Outcome

Discuss relevant transportation planning concepts in the context of legal, institutional, and funding frameworks.