Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

Click on an offering mode for more details.

Unit Overview

Description

This unit is designed to develop students' knowledge in road transportation engineering and studies (e.g. road transportation and the societies, geometric design of roads, fundamentals of traffic flow and queuing theory, road capacity and level of service analysis, traffic control and analysis at signalised intersections, travel demand and traffic forecasting, and economic evaluation of road projects). Students who pass the unit have opportunities to work in transport planning, traffic engineering and road design. The objective of the unit is to develop an understanding of the composition and behaviour of traffic, its demands on the road system and project evaluation, and a working knowledge of the functional design of highways. On completion of the unit, students are able to apply knowledge of highway engineering, traffic analysis, design of signalised intersections and road project evaluation. The topics include (1) introduction to road transport; (2) fundamentals of traffic flow and queuing theory; (3) traffic control and analysis at signalised intersections; (4) road capacity and level of service analysis; (5) travel demand and traffic forecasting (6) geometric design of roads.

Credit
6 points
Offering
AvailabilityLocationMode
Not available in 2024OnlineOnline timetabled
Not available in 2024UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) write a sound technical report in the context of transport studies; (2) demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills; (3) utilise information literacy skills; (4) critically discuss the role that road transport plays in modern societies with respect to its contribution to improvement of accessibility and mobility, economic growth, greenhouse emissions and road-related fatalities and injuries; (5) carry out preliminary design of road geometry ; (6) conduct performance evaluation of road segments with respect to level of service; (7) design signalised intersections and evaluate the corresponding level of service; and (8) describe the principles/theories for carrying out traffic forecasts.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) group assignment; (2) mid-semester test; and (3) final examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Chao Sun
Unit rules
Prerequisites
enrolment in
the Master of Professional Engineering (Civil Engineering specialisation).
for pre-2012 courses: none
Incompatibility
CIVL4180 Transportation Engineering
Advisable prior study
ENSC1001 Global Challenges in Engineering (formerly ENSC1001 Engineering Challenges in a Global World)
and MATH1001 Mathematical Methods 1
Contact hours
lectures: 24 hours
practical classes: 24 hours
Text

Mannering & Washburn Principles of Highway Engineering and Traffic Analysis, 5th edition SI Version: Wiley 2013

  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.