CIV5301

Traffic engineering fundamentals ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: G Rose

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (OCL)

Synopsis: This subject develops students' understanding of traffic flow theory, analysis of signalised and unsignalised intersections. The course is designed to provide a rigorous and practical coverage of the collection of traffic data. The traffic surveys component of the course will cover traditional techniques for counting, classification and origin-destination surveys. The subject will also consider the capabilities of new traffic data collection equipment.

Assessment: Examination (3 hours): 50% + Assignments: 50%. Students must pass both components.

Contact Hours: 150 hours work