IND251 Transport modeling and planning - theory and practice

This is an introductory course that will provide a basic understanding of what transport demand is, and modeling thereof. The subject will also examine how various transport measures (parking, tolls, etc.) affect the proportion of environmentally friendly transport, and will be divided into a theoretical and a practical part.

The theoretical part will provide a basic introduction to the field of transport and how to calculate traffic effects of different measures. Particular focus will be given to the four-step approach, and how it is used to calculate changes in the number of trips, destinations, mode of transport, and route choices for the journeys we undertake.

In parallel with the theoretical introduction, the course will use the tools that are currently used in the industry for strategic personal transport planning (CUBE/RTM). This will be done through exercises and in connection with the project assignment.

The course will provide a basic understanding of what a transport analysis is and how these are used in decision-making contexts. The candidate will gain an understanding of how various transport measures will affect the use of environmentally friendly transport. This will be achieved through modeling in passenger transport models (CUBE/RTM) that are currently used in the industry. There will also be a scheduled visit to a company that currently works with these issues so that the candidate can understand how this work is approached upon completion of their education.

After completing the course, the candidate will be able to assist with simple transport modeling tasks in RTM within a company.