EULOGIO “AMANG” RODRIGUEZ
INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
SAMPALOC MANILA PHILIPPINES
CVENG414
PRINCIPLES OF TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING
“REFLECTIVE LEARNING REPORT NO. 5”
Presented to
Engr. Ket C. Chua
In Partial Fulfillment for the Requirements of
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
Submitted By:
MARC RAMOS LAXAMANA
2022
EULOGIO “AMANG” RODRIGUEZ INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
SAMPALOC, MANILA PHILIPPINES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
COVER PAGE .............................................................................................................. 1
LIST OF TABLES.......................................................................................................... 2
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................3
SIGNIFICANCE ...................................................................................................... 4-5
LESSON LEARNED ................................................................................................ ...6
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COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
SAMPALOC, MANILA PHILIPPINES
INTRODUCTION
Due to their reliance on the use of natural resources and potential negative
effects on the physical environment, transportation systems are an essential part of
sustainable development. A traffic impact assessment is used to evaluate potential traffic
effects. The necessity of incorporating transportation issues into the planning process has
become increasingly crucial due to the significant increase in the number of vehicles on
our rural roads and the problems caused by traffic congestion. A technical analysis of
traffic issues and safety concerns related to particular developments is called a Traffic
Impact Assessment or TIA. The main goal of the TIA report is to determine whether a
specific development project will have an effect on the effectiveness and safety of nearby
roads. The report also paves the way for further research and the creation of traffic
management strategies that reduce traffic congestion. The TIA takes into account effects
on all road users, including those who use public transportation, pedestrians, and cyclists,
in addition to traffic-related effects like network efficiency and safety. The TIA considers
the effects on transportation infrastructure, both operationally and physically.
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COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
SAMPALOC, MANILA PHILIPPINES
SIGNIFICANCE
In order to design the facilities and approve access, public works and state
transportation agencies need site-specific information. Traffic impact studies offer crucial
data that all stakeholders can use to comprehend and assess the project. In order to
design the facilities and approve access, public works and state transportation agencies
need site-specific information. Traffic impact studies offer crucial data that all
stakeholders can use to comprehend and assess the project. Local governments have
established rules, regulations, and ordinances that govern site development and review
procedures. The number of trips generated by the site, the kind and scale of the
development, and other site characteristics are typically the main criteria for performing
a traffic impact assessment. When a proposed land development generates 100 trips to
the nearby street network during peak traffic hours, a common baseline necessitates a
traffic impact analysis. Local governments have established rules, regulations, and
ordinances that govern site development and review procedures. The number of trips
generated by the site, the kind and scale of the development, and other site
characteristics are typically the main criteria for performing a traffic impact assessment.
When a proposed land development generates 100 trips to the nearby street network
during peak traffic hours, a common baseline necessitates a traffic impact analysis. If a
traffic analysis reveals that the network of roads leading to a development will experience
traffic delays, the report must also offer management strategies for those problems.
Changes to signal timing schedules, the installation of new traffic lights, the building of an
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COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
SAMPALOC, MANILA PHILIPPINES
underpass, or even the construction of a new bypass road are some examples. A
developer might need to scale back their development in extreme situations where there
is no workable solution. The number of people or vehicles expected to use a particular
road or highway at a specific time is known as projected traffic. This can assist travelers
in planning their route and selecting the best roads to take at particular hours of the day.
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REFLECTIVE LEARNING REPORT
MARC RAMOS LAXAMANA – 2022
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EULOGIO “AMANG” RODRIGUEZ INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
SAMPALOC, MANILA PHILIPPINES
LESSON LEARNED
A roadway's entire system is controlled by the transportation system, which
is a very important factor. The term "transportation impact assessment" is abbreviated as
"TIA," and these three letters have a huge impact on how effectively we engage heavy
traffic.
Roadway traffic volumes that are too high will have a negative effect on all
adjacent areas. Having competent traffic impact assessment services on your side is
crucial because of this. If your roads experience any additional traffic, it is essential to
control and regulate it properly; otherwise, you risk experiencing significant time loss and
frustration. Therefore, controlling your traffic with appropriate traffic management services
won't be regrettable at all, without a doubt.
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