Search result: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2021
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| Major in Transport Systems | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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| 101-0428-00L | Highway Geometric Design and Engineering | W | 6 credits | 4G | H.‑R. Müller | |
| Abstract | Knowledge and application of the bases and connections of the geometric highway design. Identification of construction risks; Road construction an dimensioning incl. drainage systems; principles and certification of safety and serviceability. | |||||
| Learning objective | Knowledge and application of the bases and connections of the geometric highway design. Assessing of construction risks, knowledge of dimensioning road structures and drainage systems. | |||||
| Content | Design bases and modells, alignement, cross-section, intersections, highway equipment and project handling. Identification and assessing of construction risks, application of principles and certification of safety requirements, dimensioning and construction of road structures and drainage systems. | |||||
| Lecture notes | HR. Müller: Entwurf von Strassen, IVT-ETHZ, Januar 2020 HR. Müller: Bau und Erhaltung von Verkehrsanlagen, IVT-ETHZ, Januar 2020 | |||||
| 101-0459-00L | Logistics and Freight Transportation | W | 6 credits | 4G | F. Corman, K. Brossok, D. Bruckmann, M. Ruesch, T. Schmid, A. Trivella | |
| Abstract | Basics and concepts of logistics and freight transport; offers, infrastructure and production processes of different transport systems; regulatory framework | |||||
| Learning objective | Identification 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). | |||||
| Content | Basics 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 notes | Lecture slides in German or English will be provided. | |||||
| 101-0488-01L | Human Powered Mobility | W | 6 credits | 4G | U. Walter, E. Bosina, M. Meeder | |
| Abstract | Basics of pedestrian transport planning and planning of cycle traffic facilities, Transport-related attributes of the human being, Design of pedestrian and cycle traffic networks, Pedestrian and cycle traffic facilities, Microsimulation of pedestrian flows, Assessment of performance and level of service | |||||
| Learning objective | Acquirement of basic knowledge in the field of pedestrian and cycle traffic planning, Knowledge and understanding of the transport-related attributes of human beings and the consequences for the design and planning of appropriate transport facilities, Ability to assess level of service and performance, Basic knowledge about pedestrian microsimulation as an up-to-date instrument for planning and analysis | |||||
| Content | 1) Introduction to human-powered mobility 2) Characteristics of bicycle transport 3) Principles of bicycle networks 4) Exercise: design of a bicycle network 5) design and development of bicycle traffic facilities 6) Bicycle parking 7) Characteristics of pedestrians, walking speed 8) Quality of traffic conditions and capacity of cycling and walking facilities 9) design and development of pedestrian traffic facilities 10) Configuration and design of pedestrian traffic facilities in public transport hubs 11) Obstacle free traffic areas - Demands of people with disabilities 12) Counting pedestrian and bicycle traffic 13) Pedestrian simulations 14) Technologies for pedestrian micro-simulations 15) Exercise: Design of pedestrian facilities 16) Shared Space 17) Promoting pedestrian and bicycle transport 18) Excursions to selected topics in pedestrian and bicycle transport | |||||
| Lecture notes | Slides and other course materials will be provided on this course's Moodle page. | |||||
| Literature | References for further reading will be provided during the lectures. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | During the semester there will be 2 supporting exercises as well as 2 field trips covering pedestrian and bicycle transport. | |||||
| 101-0579-00L | Infrastructure Management 2: Evaluation Tools | W | 6 credits | 2G | B. T. Adey, S. Kerwin, S. Moghtadernejad | |
| Abstract | This course provides tools to predict the service being provided by infrastructure in situations where the infrastructure is expected to 1) to evolve slowly with relatively little uncertainty over time, e.g. due to the corrosion of a metal bridge, and 2) to change suddenly with relatively large uncertainty, e.g. due to being washed away from an extreme flood. | |||||
| Learning objective | The course learning objective is to equip students with tools to be used to the service being provided from infrastructure. The course increases a student's ability to analyse complex problems and propose solutions and to use state-of-the-art methods of analysis to assess complex problems | |||||
| Content | Reliability Availability and maintainability Regression analysis Event trees Fault trees Markov chains Neural networks Bayesian networks | |||||
| Lecture notes | All necessary materials (e.g. transparencies and hand-outs) will be distributed before class. | |||||
| Literature | Appropriate reading material will be assigned when necessary. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Although not an official prerequisite, it is perferred that students have taken the IM1:Process course first. Understanding of the infrastructure management process enables a better understanding of where and how the tools introduced in this course can be used in the management of infrastructure. | |||||
| 103-0458-00L | Economical Land Use Only for MSc Students or special approval by the lecturer. | W | 3 credits | 2G | R. Nebel | |
| Abstract | The lecture demonstrates current trends of land use, arguments for an economical handling of land and instruments as well as procedures to implement economical land use in practice. This is considered on different planning levels, especially on the regional level. The main focus is the introduction of a comprehensive settlement management in the light of current trends of land use. | |||||
| Learning objective | Students learn to understand backgrounds, basic principles, goals and approaches of appropriate and economical use of land as a scarce resource. They are able to summarise in a comprehensible way the core arguments for redevelopment before new development. Furthermore, students can illustrate how to implement economical land use in a differentiated and customised manner. | |||||
| Content | - settlement development and land use: facts, trends, causes and consequences - redevelopment before new development: basic principles and strategic goals - overviews of existing land reserves - formal and informal instruments and procedures - comprehensive settlement management: implementation on municipal, regional and national level | |||||
| Lecture notes | The documents for the lecture are available on Moodle. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Eligible only for master students, otherwise a special permisson by the lecturer is required. | |||||
| 101-0408-00L | Laboratory Transport and Spatial Planning  Number of participants limited to 25. | W | 3 credits | 2P | B. Vitins | |
| Abstract | This laboratory applies main transport planning methods based on land use types and patterns. Using a small scale case study, students implement a four-stage travel demand model based on real-world data and propose scenarios for improvements of transport and land use infrastructure. | |||||
| Learning objective | - Methods for analyzing and solving transport planning issues - Dependencies between land use and transport planning - Development of models for solving of planning tasks - Model plausibility and calibration - Development of solutions and scenarios - Scenario evaluation and effect | |||||
| 151-0228-00L | Management of Air Transport (Aviation II) | W | 4 credits | 3G | P. Wild | |
| Abstract | Providing an overview in management, planning, processes and operations in air transport, the lecture shall enable students to operate and lead a unit within that industry. In addition, the modules provide a good understanding for other transport modes and are a sort of "Mini MBA" (topics see below). Ideally, students complete first "Basics in Air Transport" yet there is no requirement for it. | |||||
| Learning objective | After completion of the course, they shall be familiar with tasks, processes and interactions and have the ability to understand implications of developments in the airlines industry and its environment. This shall enable them to work within the air transport industry. | |||||
| Content | Weekly: 1h independent preparation; 2h lectures and 1 h training with an expert in the respective field Overall concept: This lecture build on the content of the lecture "Basics in Air Transport" (101-0499-00L) and provides deeper insights into the airline industry. Content: Strategy, Alliances & Joint Ventures, Negotiations with Stakeholder, Environmental Protection, Safety & Risk Management, Airline Economics, Network Management, Revenue Management & Pricing, Sales & Distribution, Airline Marketing, Scheduling & Slot Management, Fleet Management & Leasing, Continuing Airworthiness Management, Supply Chain Management, Operational Steering | |||||
| Lecture notes | No offical lecture notes. Lecturers' slides will be made available | |||||
| Literature | Literature will be provided by the lecturers respective there will be additional Information upon registration | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | The elcture is held online (ZOOM) till end of April. Then we will evalute the situation. | |||||
| 103-0427-00L | Regional Economics | W | 4 credits | 2G | B. Buser, C. Abegg | |
| Abstract | The lecture on Regional Economics focusses on the theoretical aspects of spatial factor allocation and of growth determinants. The course takes a top down stance and looks at regional development from a macroeconomic perspective. Implications of theoretical models on regional and growth policy will be discussed in and connections to the course Site Management will be made. | |||||
| Learning objective | Students shall know the theoretical basics of spatial economy and growth theories an a regional scale; they shall gain the competence to apply concepts and theories of spatial science as well as regional economics to concrete problems of their area of study. | |||||
| Content | Origin of "Spatial Economics" Indices of regional economics and growth analysis Regional advantages in competition and growth theories Regional innovation theory (innovation processes, cluster theory and innovation policy) Theory and political implications with examples (New Regional Policy NRP, Regional Innovation Systems RIS) External Speaker and discussion of topicality by press | |||||
| Lecture notes | Download two days before lecture: http://irl.ethz.ch/de/education/vorlesungen/msc/regional_economics.html https://ilias-app2.let.ethz.ch/goto.php?target=crs_118394&client_id=ilias_lda ETH members can view the recordings of the lecture at: https://video.ethz.ch/lectures/d-baug/2021/spring/103-0427-00L.html | |||||
| Literature | Literature is optional, there will be given hints to: Bathelt, H., Glückler J. (2012): Wirtschaftsgeographie. Ökonomische Beziehungen in räumlicher Perspektive. 3. Auflage. ISBN: 978-3-8252-8492-3 Eisenhut, P. (2014): Aktuelle Volkswirtschaftslehre 2018/2019. Rüegger Verlag, Zürich. ISBN: 978-3-7253-1066-1 Eckey, H.-F. (2008): Regionalökonomie. GWV Fachverlag GmbH, Wiesbaden. ISBN: 978-3-8349-0999-2 | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | The lecture will be held online on Zoom. Access data can be requested from Mr. Sergio Wicki (sergio.wicki@sec.ethz.ch). | |||||
| 227-0524-00L | Railway Systems II | W | 6 credits | 4G | M. Meyer | |
| Abstract | Characteristics of traction drive systems: - electrical systems and their components - thermal propulsion systems - vehicles with battery storage systems System integration: - train control - energy consumption - electrical system compatibility | |||||
| Learning objective | - Know-how about the design and construction principles of rail traction systems - Overview of overall-system tasks (electrical system integration, train control, energy consumption) - Insight into the activities of the railway vehicle industry and railway operators in Switzerland - Motivation of young engineers to start a career in the railway vehicle manufacturers, railway infrastructure and operating companies | |||||
| Content | EST II (Frühjahrsemester) - Vertiefung Antriebssysteme, Systemfragen 1 Traktionsausrüstung: 1.1 Systemkonzepte für Traktionsantriebe 1.2 Haupttransformator 1.3 Fahrmotoren 1.4 Stromrichter 1.5 Hochspannungskreise und Erdung 1.6 Thermische Auslegung 1.7 Diesel-Antriebssysteme 1.8 Batteriespeicher 2 Systemintegration 2.1 Zugbeeinflussung 2.2 Energieverbrauch 2.3 Aufbau der Bahnstromversorgung 2.4 Elektrische Systemkompatibilität Geplante Exkursionen: - Engineering und Leistungslabor, ABB Turgi - Sicherungsanlagen, Siemens Wallisellen - 2-tägige Schlussexkursion (Besichtigungen und Führerstandsfahrten, ausschliesslich für regelmässige Vorlesungsteilnehmer) | |||||
| Lecture notes | Abgabe der Unterlagen (gegen eine Schutzgebühr) zu Beginn des Semesters. Rechtzeitig eingeschriebene Teilnehmer (bis 8 Tage vor Vorlesungsbeginn) können die Unterlagen auf Wunsch und gegen eine Zusatzgebühr auch in Farbe beziehen. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Dozent: Dr. Markus Meyer, Emkamatik GmbH Voraussichtlich Gastvortrag über ETCS von einem SBB-Referenten. EST I (Herbstsemester) ist als Voraussetzung empfohlen, aber nicht notwendig. EST II (Frühjahrssemester) kann bei Interesse an Antriebssystemen auch als separate Vorlesung besucht werden. | |||||
| 101-0481-00L | Readings in Transport Policy | W | 3 credits | 2G | D. J. Reck | |
| Abstract | This course will explore the issues and constraints of transport policy through the joint readings of a set of relevant papers. The class will meet every three weeks to discuss the texts. | |||||
| Learning objective | Familiarize the students with issues of transport policy making and the conflicts arising. Train the ability to read critically and to summarize his/her understanding for him/herself and others through a review paper, paper abstracts and a paper review. | |||||
| 103-0448-01L | Transformation of Urban Landscapes Only for masters students, otherwise a special permit of the lecturer is necessary. | W | 3 credits | 2G | J. Van Wezemael, A. Gonzalez Martinez | |
| Abstract | The lecture course addresses the transformation of urban landscapes towards sustainable inward development. The course reconnects two largely separated complexity approaches in «spatial planning» and «urban sciences» as a basic framework to look at a number of spatial systems considering economic, political, and cultural factors. Focus lies on participation and interaction of students in groups. | |||||
| Learning objective | - Understand cities as complex adaptive systems - Understand planning in a complex context and planning competitions as decision-making - Seeing cities through big data and understand (Urban) Governance as self-organization - Learn Design-Thinking methods for solving problems of inward development - Practice presentation skills - Practice argumentation and reflection skills by writing critiques - Practice writing skills in a small project - Practice teamwork | |||||
| Content | Starting point and red thread of the lecture course is the transformation of urban landscapes as we can see for example across the Swiss Mittelland - but in fact also globally. The lecture course presents a theoretical foundation to see cities as complex systems. On this basis it addresses practical questions as well as the complex interplay of economic, political or spatial systems. While cities and their planning were always complex the new era of globalization exposed and brought to the fore this complexity. It created a situation that the complexity of cities can no longer be ignored. The reason behind this is the networking of hitherto rather isolated places and systems across scales on the basis of Information and Communication Technologies. «Parts» of the world still look pretty much the same but we have networked them and made them strongly interdependent. This networking fuels processes of self-organization. In this view regions emerge from a multitude of relational networks of varying geographical reach and they display intrinsic timescales at which problems develop. In such a context, an increasing number of planning problems remain unaffected by either «command-and-control» approaches or instruments of spatial development that are one-sidedly infrastructure- or land-use orientated. In fact, they urge for novel, more open and more bottom-up assembling modes of governance and a «smart» focus on how space is actually used. Thus, in order to be effective, spatial planning and governance must be reconceptualised based on a complexity understanding of cities and regions, considering self-organizing and participatory approaches and the increasingly available wealth of data. | |||||
| Literature | A reader with original papers will be provided via the ILIAS system. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Only for masters students, otherwise a special permit of the lecturer is necessary. | |||||
| 101-0419-01L | Railway Infrastructures 1 | W | 2 credits | 2G | U. A. Weidmann | |
| Abstract | Introduction in rail infrastructures, interoperability and technical standards, network development, infrastructure planning, design of rail infrastructures, planning and design of railway stations, introduction to rail technology, innovation of the rail system, beginning commissioning of rail infrastructures, strategies for cost optimization, operational aspects of maintenance. | |||||
| Learning objective | Teaches the basic principles of railway infrastructures, of network and infrastructure design, of the railway technology and aspects of infrastructure operation. Fundamentals for railway infrastructures 2. | |||||
| Content | (1) Fundamentals: Infrastructures of public transport systems; interaction between track and vehicles; passengers and goods as infrastructure users; management and financing of networks; railway standards and normes. (2) Infrastructure planning: Planning processes and decision levels; planning processes of governmental bodies and railway companies; layout of a line. (3) Infrastructure design: Topologies of passenger stations; rail freight facilities; workshops. (4) Design of passenger stations: Planning and design of the passenger parts of stations. (5) Rail technology: Track, power supply, safety systems, telecommunication systems. (6) Innovation: Fundamentals of innovation in rail systems; technological perspectives. (7) Commission of rail infrastructure: Definitions; processes; test methods; responsibilities. (8) Maintenance: Fundamentals of infrastructure maintenance; kinds of depreviations; supervision methods; steps of infrastructure maintenance; maintenance need; methods to minimize maintenance costs; operational aspects. | |||||
| Lecture notes | Textbook: Ulrich Weidmann: Bahninfrastrukturen - Planen, Entwerfen, Realisieren, Erhalten. vdf Hochschulverlag 2020. German. Slides are made available. | |||||
| Literature | References to technical literature to be found in the textbook. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | No remarks. | |||||
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