Provide the ability to apply the knowledge and modelling tools learned from the perspective of planning a transport system

1 TRANSPORT ENGINEERING

1.1 Introduction
1.2 The Transport Planning Process and Sustainable Mobility
1.3 Paradoxes in Transport
1.4 Modes of Transport

2 TRANSPORT DEMAND

2.1 Zoning
2.2 O-D (Origin–Destination) Matrix
2.3 Demand Estimation through direct surveys and mathematical models
2.4 Discrete Choice Models
2.5 Four-Step Model
2.6 Exercises for demand estimation

3 TRANSPORT SUPPLY

3.1 Elements of graph theory
3.2 Private and public transport networks
3.3 Cost functions
3.4 Dijkstra’s algorithm
3.5 Traffic Flow theory

4 INTERACTION BETWEEN DEMAND AND SUPPLY

4.1 Assignment models
4.2 Calculation of network flows
4.3 Network loading models and user equilibrium models

5 NETWORK EQUILIBRIUM

5.1 User Equilibrium: examples and graphical solution
5.2 Wardrop’s Principles
5.3 Beckmann’s Transformation
5.4 User-Optimized and System-Optimized Networks
5.5 Optimal pricing (tolling)
5.6 Assignment algorithms for congested networks

6 MECHANICS OF LOCOMOTION

6.1 Adhesion
6.2 Resistance to motion
6.3 Internal combustion engines and electric motors
6.4 Mechanical performance of road and rail vehicles
6.5 Ideal engine and engine elasticity
6.6 Consumption
6.7 Exercises

7 PUBLIC TRANSPORT SYSTEMS

7.1 Classification of Public Transport Systems (PTS)
7.2 Design criteria for PTS

8 SEMINARS

8.1 Micro- and macro-simulation tools for transport networks
8.2 Sustainable mobility

Contribution of the course to the Objectives of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

Goal 3

• Target 3.6: By 2020, halve the number of global deaths and injuries from road traffic accidents.

• Target 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination.

Goal 7

• Target 7.3: By 2030, double the global rate of improvement in energy efficiency.

Goal 9

• Target 9.1: Develop quality, reliable, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure, including regional and transborder infrastructure, to support economic development and human well-being, with a focus on affordable and equitable access for all.

Goal 11

• Target 11.2: By 2030, provide access to safe, affordable, accessible, and sustainable transport systems for all, improving road safety, especially by expanding public transport, with special attention to the needs of those in vulnerable situations, women, children, persons with disabilities, and the elderly.

Goal 13

• Target 13.1: Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters in all countries.

Teaching Methods:

• Lecture
• Dedicated seminar
• Supplementary materials

1. Course notes provided by the teacher, available on http://studium.unict.it/

2. Marino de Luca, Manuale di Pianificazione dei trasporti, Franco Angeli

3. Vukan Vuchic, Urban Transit Systema and Technology, Wiley

4. Juan Ortuzar e Luis Willumsen, Pianificazione dei sistemi di trasporto, Hoepli

5. Stefano Ricci, Tecnica ed Economia dei Trasporti, Hoepli