Transport System Modelling (CVEN90063)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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AIMS

In undergraduate subjects, students are exposed to some engineering features of transport and traffic engineering. However, these do not fully provide the requisite knowledge and skills for understanding the modelling and planning aspects of transport system engineering. These competencies are of highest importance for those interested in a career in transport engineering. In this subject, students will be provided with the fundamental concept of four-step modelling in depth, including trip generation/attraction, trip distribution, modal split and traffic assignment. The contemporary topics of transport modelling such as choice modelling, car-ownership and uncertainty modelling in the context of transport infrastructure engineering will also be presented. The subject provides real world examples and assignments. The primary emphasis of the subject is on concepts (rather than mathematical details) and getting students ready for the industry.

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Intended learning outcomes

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)

 

On successful completion of this unit, students should be able to:



  • Describe the component models and the modelling framework used in transport network modelling and complex systems
  • Assess the strengths and weaknesses of various transport models
  • Apply the 4-step and activity-based modelling theories in transport planning
  • Implement trip generation/attraction, trip distribution, modal split and traffic and transit assignment in transport strategic modelling
  • Discuss uncertainty in planning transport infrastructure projects
  • Demonstrate skills in conducting traffic impact study
  • Assess contemporary issues in transport modelling and planning

Generic skills

  • Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution;
  • Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large;
  • Ability to manage information and documentation.

Last updated: 8 November 2024

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
CVEN90048 Transport Systems
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

OR

Admission into the 761EM Master of Engineering Management

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Recommended background knowledge

Linear algebra, proficiency in using spread sheets for statistical analysis.

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 8 November 2024

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Individual assignment 1, Trip generation/attraction. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 3 and 4 are addressed in this assignment.

  • 25 hours (of work required)
Week 320%

Individual assignment 2, Modal split and traffic assignment. ILOs 3 and 4 are addressed in this assignment.

  • 20 hours (of work required)
Week 615%

Individual assignment 3, Simulation. ILOs 3 and 4 are addressed in this assignment.

  • 20 hours (of work required)
Week 915%

Examination. ILOs 1 to 7 are addressed in this assignment.

  • 2 hours
During the examination period50%

Last updated: 8 November 2024

Dates & times

  • Semester 1
    Principal coordinatorNeema Nassir
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours48 hours (2 hours lectures, 2 hours workshop per week)
    Total time commitment200 hours
    Teaching period26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024
    Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024
    Census date 3 April 2024
    Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024
    Assessment period ends21 June 2024

    Semester 1 contact information

    Neema Nassir

    email : neema.nassir@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

Total Time Commitment: 200

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Last updated: 8 November 2024

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.

  • Subject notes
    LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
     
    Key learning and teaching methods include:
    Lectures and group discussion of core themes and concepts. These are delivered by academic staff members. Lectures include in-depth discussion of theories and algorithms required for modelling transport systems, ranging from user equilibrium and system optimal models for traffics networks, advanced discrete choice models, and travel demand forecasting models. Lectures and tutorials include teaching and practice of basics of programming skills in Python and SQL at beginner’s level. Two hours of lectures are offered for each week of the academic program.
    Engagement with required and suggested readings and information/programming sources online. Online readings and information sources cover a mixture of textbooks, journal papers, online references and databases, government reports or guidelines, and other textual resources. Students are expected to undertake a minimum 2 hours per week of reading and resource review to support concept acquisition and knowledge contextualisation, and the execution of tutorial exercises.
    Tutorial and tutorial exercises in smaller-group format. This approach includes in-depth presentation and discussion of problems, codes and models, classic Q&A and step-by-step programming exercises. Tutors are primarily drawn from the specialist lecturers tutoring in smaller groups, on specialised topics, with reference to the weekly tutorial exercises. Two hour of tutorial time is available per week of the program.
     
    INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
     
    Boyles et al. 2020, Transportation Network Analysis, Volume I: Static and Dynamic Traffic Assignment
    Koppelman and Bhat 2006. A Self Instructing Course in Mode Choice Modeling: Multinomial And Nested Logit Models.
    Cascetta 2013, Transportation systems engineering: Models and Applications.
    Greene 2007, Econometric Analysis, Sixth Edition, New York University
     
    CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
     
    State Government departments and agencies are involved in providing input to the course material as well as data for the major assignment.
    Students are also alerted to student membership opportunities at these organisations and encouraged to consider applying for membership.
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Last updated: 8 November 2024