Francesco Corman: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2022

Name Prof. Dr. Francesco Corman
FieldTransport Systems
Address
Professur für Transportsysteme
ETH Zürich, HIL F 13.1
Stefano-Franscini-Platz 5
8093 Zürich
SWITZERLAND
Telephone+41 44 633 33 50
E-mailfrancesco.corman@ivt.baug.ethz.ch
DepartmentCivil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering
RelationshipAssociate Professor

NumberTitleECTSHoursLecturers
101-0459-00LLogistics and Freight Transportation6 credits4GF. Corman, K. Brossok, D. Bruckmann, M. Ruesch, T. Schmid
AbstractBasics and concepts of logistics and freight transport; offers, infrastructure and production processes of different transport systems; regulatory framework
Learning objectiveIdentification and understanding the interconnections between logistic requirements, market, transport offers, operational processes, transport means and regulation in freight transport of all transport systems (road, rail, intermodal, waterborne and air).
ContentBasics and concepts of logistics, actors in logistics and freight transport, transport demand (1) in-house logistics, storage, transport safety, dangerous goods (2), basics to transport offers, production processes and infrastructure for road, rail, intermodal, waterborne (sea and inland waterways) and air transport, urban logistics (3), transport policy, regulation, spatial planning, location issues and network design with optimization methods (4)
Lecture notesLecture slides in German or English will be provided.
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesassessed
Techniques and Technologiesassessed
Method-specific CompetenciesAnalytical Competenciesassessed
Decision-makingassessed
Media and Digital Technologiesfostered
Problem-solvingassessed
Project Managementassessed
Social CompetenciesCommunicationassessed
Cooperation and Teamworkfostered
Customer Orientationfostered
Leadership and Responsibilityfostered
Self-presentation and Social Influence fostered
Sensitivity to Diversityfostered
Negotiationfostered
Personal CompetenciesAdaptability and Flexibilityfostered
Creative Thinkingassessed
Critical Thinkingassessed
Integrity and Work Ethicsfostered
Self-awareness and Self-reflection fostered
Self-direction and Self-management fostered
101-0522-10LDoctoral Seminar Data Science and Machine Learning in Civil, Env. and Geospatial Engineering Restricted registration - show details
Does not take place this semester.
Number of participants limited to 21.
1 credit2SB. Soja, E. Chatzi, F. Corman, I. Hajnsek, K. Schindler
AbstractCurrent research in machine learning and data science within the research fields of the department. The goal is to learn about current research projects at our department, to strengthen our expertise and collaboration with respect to data-driven models and methods, to provide a platform where research challenges can be discussed, and also to practice scientific presentations.
Learning objective- learn about discipline-specific methods and applications of data science in neighbouring fields
- network people and methodological expertise across disciplines
- establish links and discuss connections, common challenges and disciplinespecific differences
- practice presentation and discussion of technical content to a broader, less specialised scientific audience
ContentCurrent research at D-BAUG will be presented and discussed.
Prerequisites / NoticeThis doctoral seminar is intended for doctoral students affiliated with the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering. Other students who work on related topics need approval by at least one of the organisers to register for the seminar.

Participants are expected to possess elementary skills in statistics, data
science and machine learning, including both theory and practical modelling and implementation. The seminar targets students who are actively working on related research projects.
103-0230-00LTransportation Engineering Lab6 credits2GK. W. Axhausen, F. Corman, A. Genser
AbstractThe goal is to integrate the contents of the lectures of the block “Transportation” through a joint set of exercises which will allow the students to understand how the parts come together in the design of transport systems. The exercise will be based on a Swiss city. The exercises will involve onsite work.
Learning objective- Diese gemeinsame Übung an Hand einer Schweizer Ortschaft dient der Vertiefung des Verständnisses der Wechselwirkungen zwischen allen Teilen des Verkehrssystems
- Die Studenten haben Gelegenheit durch die Gruppenarbeit ihre Fähigkeiten in der Zusammenarbeit zu üben
- Den entwerferischen Aufgaben wird in allen Teilen besondere Aufmerksamkeit geschenkt (Netzentwurf, Liniennetzentwurf, Knoten und Strassenentwurf, Massnahmen des Nachfragemanagements)
ContentDrei verknüpfte Übungen aus der Verkehrsplanung, Verkehrstechnik, und
dem Öffentlichen Verkehr
- Verkehrserhebungen
- Strassenraumentwurf
- Netzentwurf
- Nachfrageberechnung
- Fahrplanentwurf
- Leistungsfähigkeitsberechnungen für die Strecken und Knoten
- Bewertung
103-0414-AALTransport Basics
Enrolment ONLY for MSc students with a decree declaring this course unit as an additional admission requirement.

Any other students (e.g. incoming exchange students, doctoral students) CANNOT enrol for this course unit.
4 credits9RF. Corman
Abstract-Introduction to the fundamentals of transportation
-Developing an understanding of the interactions between land use and transportation
-Introduction to the dynamics of transport systems: daily patterns and historical developments
Learning objectiveIntroduction to the fundamentals of transportation.
Content-Accessibility
-Equilibrium in transport networks
-Fundamental transport models
-Traffic flow and control
-Vehicle dynamics on rail and road
-Transport modes and supply patterns
-Time tables
103-0414-10LTransport Basics4 credits3GK. W. Axhausen, F. Corman, Z. Ghandeharioun
Abstract-Introduction to the fundamentals of transportation
-Developing an understanding of the interactions between land use and transportation
-Introduction to the dynamics of transport systems: daily patterns and historical developments
Learning objective-Introduction to the fundamentals of transportation
-Developing an understanding of the interactions between land use and transportation
-Introduction to the dynamics of transport systems: daily patterns and historical developments
Content-Introduction to the fundamentals of transportation
-Developing an understanding of the interactions between land use and transportation
-Introduction to the dynamics of transport systems: daily patterns and historical developments
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesassessed
Techniques and Technologiesassessed
Method-specific CompetenciesAnalytical Competenciesassessed
Decision-makingassessed
Media and Digital Technologiesfostered
Problem-solvingassessed
Project Managementfostered
Social CompetenciesCommunicationfostered
Cooperation and Teamworkfostered
Customer Orientationfostered
Leadership and Responsibilityfostered
Self-presentation and Social Influence fostered
Sensitivity to Diversityfostered
Negotiationfostered
Personal CompetenciesAdaptability and Flexibilityfostered
Creative Thinkingfostered
Critical Thinkingassessed
Integrity and Work Ethicsfostered
Self-awareness and Self-reflection fostered
Self-direction and Self-management fostered
115-0505-00LLecture Week 05: Traffic Systems Restricted registration - show details
Only for MAS, DAS and CAS in Spatial Planning.
2 credits1GK. W. Axhausen, F. Corman
AbstractInterrelationships between networks, supply, and space; Demand and demand models; Evaluation of changes in infrastructure; traffic systems: rail infrastructure, passenger transportation; case study.
Learning objectiveUnderstanding of the life cycle costs and effects of infrastructure on spatial development as accessibility producing and /or vital network industries. Understanding planning processes for network infrastructure operation and production as well as the challenges of network operation.
149-0003-00LDesign of Public Transport Systems Restricted registration - show details
Only for CAS/DAS in Transport Engineering and MAS in Future Transport Systems
4 credits3GF. Corman
AbstractTeaches the basic principles of public transport network and topology design, geometrical design, dimensioning and construction as well as the maintenance of rail infrastructures.
Learning objectiveIn detail, fundamentals of railroad technology and interactions between track and vehicles, network development and infrastructure planning, planning of rail infrastructure, planning and design of railway stations, construction and dimensioning of tracks, approval and beginning service on complex infrastructure facilities, special issues of maintenance. Teaches students to recognize the interactions between the infrastructure design and the production processes.
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesassessed
Techniques and Technologiesassessed
Method-specific CompetenciesAnalytical Competenciesassessed
Decision-makingfostered
Media and Digital Technologiesfostered
Problem-solvingfostered
Personal CompetenciesAdaptability and Flexibilityfostered
Creative Thinkingfostered
Critical Thinkingfostered
Integrity and Work Ethicsfostered
Self-awareness and Self-reflection fostered
Self-direction and Self-management fostered
364-1058-00LRisk Center Seminar Series0 credits2SH. Schernberg, D. Basin, A. Bommier, D. N. Bresch, S. Brusoni, L.‑E. Cederman, P. Cheridito, F. Corman, H. Gersbach, C. Hölscher, K. Paterson, G. Sansavini, D. Sornette, B. Stojadinovic, B. Sudret, J. Teichmann, R. Wattenhofer, U. A. Weidmann, S. Wiemer, M. Zeilinger, R. Zenklusen
AbstractIn this series of seminars, invited speakers discuss various topics in the area of risk modelling, governance of complex socio-economic systems, managing risks and crises, and building resilience. Students, PhD students, post-docs, faculty and individuals outside ETH are welcome.
Learning objectiveParticipants gain insights in a broad range of risk- and resilience-related topics. They expand their knowledge of the field and deepen their understanding of the complexity of our social, economic and engineered systems. For young researchers in particular, the seminars offer an opportunity to learn academic presentation skills and to network with an interdisciplinary scientific audience.
ContentAcademic presentations from ETH faculty as well as external researchers.
Each seminar is followed by a Q&A session and (when permitted) a networking Apéro.
Lecture notesThe sessions are recorded whenever possible and posted on the ETH Risk Center webpage. If available, presentation slides are shared as well.
LiteratureEach speaker will provide a literature review.
Prerequisites / NoticeIn most cases, a quantitative background is required. Depending on the topic, field-specific knowledge may be required.
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesfostered
Techniques and Technologiesfostered
Method-specific CompetenciesAnalytical Competenciesfostered
Decision-makingfostered
Media and Digital Technologiesfostered
Problem-solvingfostered
Project Managementfostered
Social CompetenciesCommunicationfostered
Cooperation and Teamworkfostered
Customer Orientationfostered
Leadership and Responsibilityfostered
Self-presentation and Social Influence fostered
Sensitivity to Diversityfostered
Negotiationfostered
Personal CompetenciesAdaptability and Flexibilityfostered
Creative Thinkingfostered
Critical Thinkingfostered
Integrity and Work Ethicsfostered
Self-awareness and Self-reflection fostered
Self-direction and Self-management fostered