149-0002-00L  Traffic Engineering

SemesterAutumn Semester 2021
LecturersM. Fellendorf
Periodicitytwo-yearly recurring course
Language of instructionGerman
CommentOnly for CAS/DAS in Transport Engineering and MAS in Future Transport Systems


AbstractThe 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
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesassessed
Techniques and Technologiesassessed
Method-specific CompetenciesAnalytical Competenciesassessed
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