149-0002-00L  Traffic Engineering

Courses

Catalogue data

Abstract	The module provides an introduction to road traffic engineering. After a thematic classification of traffic control systems, the fundamentals of traffic flow theory are taught.
Learning objective	- capacity analysis of roads - capacity analysis of non-signalized intersections -- Introduction to traffic signal systems and control methods - Fixed time signal program calculation and simulation with PTV Vissim - Modeling of highway control - Practical at-home exercise with PTV Vissim
Competencies	Subject-specific Competencies Concepts and Theories assessed Techniques and Technologies assessed Method-specific Competencies Analytical Competencies assessed Decision-making fostered Media and Digital Technologies fostered Problem-solving fostered Project Management fostered Social Competencies Communication fostered Cooperation and Teamwork fostered Customer Orientation fostered Leadership and Responsibility fostered Self-presentation and Social Influence fostered Sensitivity to Diversity fostered Negotiation fostered Personal Competencies Adaptability and Flexibility fostered Creative Thinking fostered Critical Thinking fostered Integrity and Work Ethics fostered Self-awareness and Self-reflection fostered Self-direction and Self-management fostered

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits	4 credits
Examiners	M. Fellendorf
Type	graded semester performance
Language of examination	German
Repetition	Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.

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Offered in

Programme	Section	Type
CAS in Transport Engineering	Module	O
DAS in Transport Engineering	Compulsory Modules	O
MAS in Future Transport Systems	Major in Transport Engineering	W