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TRANSPOENG Module 0.0 - Classroom Orientation & Leveling of Expectations

This course provides an introduction to transportation planning, design, and operation using statistical and modeling techniques. It covers topics such as travel demand forecasting, traffic impact assessment, capacity and level of service analysis for various transportation modes. The course aims to define key transportation concepts, apply forecasting methods, prepare traffic impact reports, and address current issues in transportation policy. It will be taught over 14 weeks through lectures, assignments, and a case study project applying transportation engineering principles. Student assessment will include midterm and final exams.

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TRANSPOENG Module 0.0 - Classroom Orientation & Leveling of Expectations

This course provides an introduction to transportation planning, design, and operation using statistical and modeling techniques. It covers topics such as travel demand forecasting, traffic impact assessment, capacity and level of service analysis for various transportation modes. The course aims to define key transportation concepts, apply forecasting methods, prepare traffic impact reports, and address current issues in transportation policy. It will be taught over 14 weeks through lectures, assignments, and a case study project applying transportation engineering principles. Student assessment will include midterm and final exams.

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TranspoEng

Principles of Transportation Engineering

Module 0.0
Classroom Orientation & Leveling of Expectations

Engr. Marlowe Labusnog


Instructor
Principles of Transportation Engineering
Course Description:
This course gives emphasis on urban transportation planning, design, and
operation using statistical and modeling techniques, and computer
methods. It also covers capacity and level of service of air, rail and highway. It
also includes safety, environmental impacts and mitigation, transportation
policy fundamentals and case studies.

Credit Units : 3 Units (Lecture)


Contact Hours : 1.83 hours per meeting, 2 meetings per week
52 hours per term for 14 weeks
Prerequisite(s) : HREng – Highway and Railroad Engineering
3rd Year Standing
Co-Requisites : None
Course Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Define the concepts of transportation systems analysis and planning;
2. Apply travel demand forecasting computation and analysis;
3. Prepare traffic impact assessment reports; and
4. Recognize current transportation issues and policies, economic, safety
and environmental concerns.
Course Outline
Module 0.0 Classroom Orientation & Leveling of Expectations

Module 1.0 Introduction to Transportation Planning & Engineering


 Components in Transportation Systems
 Urban Transportation Problems and Planning Concepts
 Land Use – Transport Interaction

Module 2.0 Application of Traffic Engineering Studies


 Speed Studies
 Volume Studies
 Parking Studies
 Highway Safety & Accident Analysis
 Origin and Destination Studies
Course Outline
Module 3.0 Fundamental Principles of Traffic Flow
 Traffic Flow Parameters
 Flow-Density Relationships (Greenshield’s Model, Greenberg Model, &
Underwood’s Model)
 Shockwaves in Traffic Streams
 Introduction to Queuing Theory (Deterministic Models)

Module 4.0 Introduction to Travel Demand Forecasting (Classical Four-


Step Forecasting Model)
 Trip Generation
 Trip Distribution
 Modal Split Model
 Route/Traffic Assignment
Course Outline
Module 5.0 Traffic Impact Assessment
 Highway Safety and Accident Analysis
 Capacity and Level of Service
 Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA) Handbook by the National Center for
Transportation Studies (NCTS)

Module 6.0 Transportation Policy Analysis and Planning


 Sample Case Study/ Technical Tour
References (Books)
Garber, N.J., & Hoel, L.A. (2009). Traffic and Highway Engineering, Fourth
Edition. Cengage Learning. Canada.
Mannering, F.L., Washburn, S.S., & Kilareski, W.P. (2009). Principles of
Highway Engineering and Traffic Analysis. John Wiley & Sons. The USA.
Sigua, R.G. (2008). Fundamentals of Traffic Engineering. University of the
Philippines Press. Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines.
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). (2012). DPWH Highway
Safety Design Standards Manual. Parts 1 & 2. Department of Public Works
& Highways. Philippines.
Technical Committee on Geometric Design. (2011). A Policy on Geometric
Design of Highways and Streets, 6th Edition. American Association of State
Highway and Transportation Officials. The USA.
Roess, R.P., Prassas, E.S., McShane, W.R. (2011). Traffic Engineering.
Pearson Higher Education, Inc. USA.
References (Journals/Online)
 Eastern Asia Society for Transportation Studies (EASTS) Journal
 Asian Transportation Society (ATRANS) Journal
 www.sciencedirect.com
Grading System
Passing Score = 60%

Midterms
Midterm Score = 60%(Class Standing) + 40%(ME Score)
Finals
Raw Final Score = 60%(Class Standing) + 40%(FE Score)

Final Score = 50%(Midterm Score) + 50%(Raw Final Score)

Note: Scores are transmuted to an equivalent grade where a score of at least


60% would be the minimum passing grade of 75.
Classroom Modality & Canvas (LMS)
• Modality
Lecture schedules are conducted face-to-face unless otherwise announced
in Canvas that the meeting will be held asynchronously (online). Students
are then advised to regularly check their Canvas portal for any
announcements.

• Canvas Learning Management System (LMS)


 Modules are also posted in the Canvas LMS before the start of each
topic.
 Enhancement activities (Ungraded) will also be given on a weekly basis.
Although, these activities will not form part in the computation of grades,
the students are encouraged to participate on the said exercise to
enhance his/her understanding on the principles of the course.
Other Course Policies
• Attendance
The maximum allowable number of absences of a student per
trimester is 20% of the total number of class hours. A student who
incurs more than the allowable percentage of class hours, whether excused
or unexcused, will be considered unofficially dropped and shall be given a
failing grade. However, other considerations shall be considered as
reflected in the CEA Student handbook regarding Classroom Policies.

• Assignments
Assignments and other coursework are due at the beginning of the class
period of the specified date. Late assignments are worth 50% credit after
due date.
Other Course Policies
• Academic Honesty
Students must not engage in any form of cheating during major quizzes and
exams. Anyone involved in such activity will be subjected to disciplinary
action as stipulated in the University student manual.
Final Requirement
• The students should be able to conduct a case study by applying the
principles of transportation planning and engineering.
Consultation Schedule
 For queries/concerns about the subject, feel free to message me thru
Canvas or Outlook at:
• [email protected]
 Or you may see me at the CEA office for consultation:
• TThS
• From 2:30 – 3:30 pm
• Fill-up a consultation form first prior to the consultation session.
Questions?

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