Transportation Management Studies

Transportation facilities have played an important role as a foundation for human society’s socioeconomic activities. However, it has been challenging to provide enough transportation facilities to keep up with the growth and expansion of modern society in Korea as well as the world. As a result of that, we have experienced severe traffic congestion, which has brought about a tremendous amount of social costs. The class of Transportation Management Studies is initiated to introduce various research efforts to manage current transportation facilities in a more efficient way, especially the class will be taught with practical transportation management techniques for both freeways and arterials. In addition, the directions of research and application of transportation management techniques based on the current transportation environment will be discussed.

Transportation SeminarⅠ-Ⅴ

This course is for the outline and actual experience and coordinated spirit which propels a dissertation drawing up law, the individual and common research and literature investigation to the students who are preparing a Master's or a Doctorate dissertation. It also gives individual the chance to increase their presentation skills through presenting their research results. Invitational lectures meet in order to contact with recent research and to make ongoing search situation research reports.

The subjects of transportation systems planning, design and operation utilize many different theories and models, for the main objective is to broaden understanding. Comprehensive literature reviews and case studies through a variety of broad applications in the field of transport is now a reality, as is theory and application of the models and study limitations, and based on this flow and direction for future research are discussed.

Communication Networks for Intelligent Transport Systems

This class covers the basic systems of ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems), describes the substance of communication network organization, and analyzes an example as well as practices construction theory. The principal contents are below :

• - ITS Service system
• - ITS information communication network organization
• - Theoretical communication process
• - Construction theory of information transmission line
• - Example of ITS communication
• - Example of network construction

Transportation Simulation

This class is aiming at introducing microscopic traffic simulation models which have been utilized as useful tools to evaluate diverse traffic engineering applications including ITS implementations. The lecturer will first deliver how to use a microscopic traffic simulation model, VISSIM. It is noted that VISSIM has been most frequently used in Korea. And then, the lecturer will introduce basic theories as well as actual applications regarding VISSIM. It is very important for traffic engineers to know how to use a microscopic simulation model in their professional career.

Advanced Rail Transportation

The class of Advanced Rail Transportation was established to provide in-depth and practical theories and technologies on planning and design processes, and operation systems of railroad and subway systems, which is emerging as an alternative green transportation system which must be energy-efficient and environment-friendly. In the class, the current status of rail transportation in Korea and appropriate development directions for the future will be discussed through students presentations.

Intelligent Transport Systems

The class of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) is established to introduce the concept of ITS, which was initiated in order to solve current chronic transportation problems and increase the efficiency of current transportation facilities to the maximum extent based on advanced information, computers, and telecommunication technologies. In addition, the lecturer will teach basic structures, operational features, practices, and resulting benefits of each sub-systems which ITS consists of, including ATMS, ATIS, AVCS, CVO, APTS, and others.

Advanced Airport Planning and Design

A five-step overall planning of an airport, that is requirements of airport, location selection, airport design, economical feasibility, and environmental impact, will be taught. Capacity analysis, design, and operation of runway and taxiway will also be taught.

Advanced Transportation Economics

Basically, this course introduces economic principles in transporation aspects. It covers the key economics principles governing transportation planning, investment, operations and maintenance. The microeconomic concepts central to transportation systems will be covered. Other topics covered include economic theories of the firm, the consumer, and the market. Furthermore, demand models, discrete choice analysis, cost models and production functions, and pricing theory will be taught. Application to transportation systems include congestion pricing, technological change, resource allocation, market structure and regulation, revenue forecasting, public and private transportation finance, and project evaluation, covering urban passenger transportation, freight, aviation and intelligent transportation systems. Finally, this course also focuses upon the economic and financial aspects of transportation, which specifically entails the basics of the principle of engineering economics.

Advanced Transportation Planning

This lecture presents various theories on system analysis and planning process required for the conceptual plan, detailed plan, and design of transportation systems. The urban structure and planning related topics and theories are discussed in detail along with relevant case studies. Recent theories and case studies are investigated with regard to the socioeconomical projection on the future trend and its corresponding urban structure.

Principles of Traffic Engineering

Transportation facilities should be able to move people and goods in a safe, fast, economic and convenient way. Transportation engineering does deal with basic theories and techniques necessary for developing, designing, implementing, utilizing and operating such transportation facilities. In order to provide sustainable transportation facilities, traffic engineers should, first, understand the characteristics of people, including drivers and pedestrians, vehicles and transportation facilities. Second, traffic engineers need an ability to model and evaluate traffic flows which are results of interactions of transportation components, including people, vehicles, and facilities. To this end, the class of Principles of Traffic Engineering will introduce practical and useful theories in depth for modeling and evaluating various traffic flows. In addition, the class aims at fostering students’ ability to apply such theories to real data.

Traffic Flow Theory

Traffic-flow theories have been initiated to analyze interactions among vehicles, drivers, and infrastructure in a precise mathematical way. This course, Traffic Flow Theory, is intended to introduce the characteristics regarding traffic flows as well as each transportation element such as cars, drivers, and transportation facilities, and then to explain various macroscopic and microscopic models which were developed to represent the characteristics. To this end, this course will provide students with the knowledge of traffic flow theory. Also, this course will deliver basic theory and models regarding basic statistics, characteristics of flow, speed, and density, traffic stream models, shock wave analysis, queuing analysis and so on. At the end of this course, the student should understand basic traffic flow theory models and should be comfortable working with the models in terms of model fitting, and calibration.

Transportation Network Theory

This course introduces modeling methodologies of two contradicting mechanisms, the drivers' travel decision related to route choice and the congestion of each links. It also focuses on equilibrium analysis under system optimal or user optimal situations. Braess' paradox, its causes and the conditions under which it happens are also discussed. Some modeling approach under fixed and variable demand conditions will also be discussed with solutions. The shortest path problem and recent related theories of transportation network analysis will also be introduced.

Transportation Law and Administration

This lecture aims to give a comprehensive understanding of transportation laws and regulations. Administrative issues related to transportation lawl enforcement will also be discussed.

Advanced Travel Demand Forecasting

The fundamentals of traffic demand modeling focusing on the traditional four-step methodology will be discussed with a great emphasis on various traffic assignment methods. Intercity passenger travel as well as freight demand will also be investigated during the course. Recent modeling issues and social issues of inaccurate travel demand forecasting practices will also be touched on. Some prospective remedies for correcting such practices can also be discussed together with the PPP (public private partnership) issues.

Computer Applications in Transportation Engineering

This lecture is designed to give in-depth tutorial sessions on several key transportation analysis softwares including TRAF-NETSIM, TRANPLAN, TRANSYT, EMME/2, and TRANSCAD. The model application is also discussed for devising real-world transportation problem solutions

Transportation Information Systems

As static information systems, theories regarding maps and signs will be introduced. Fundamentals of GIS and GIS-T concepts for constructing transportation information systems will also be introduced. The concept of decision support systems which enable better management will also be touched. As for dynamic information systems, the ATIS part of ITS will be the main topic. Data collection, fusion, and dissemination techniques will be covered in a sequential manner. As facilitating tools, GPS, route guidance concepts, and other recent topics will also be covered. The adverse effects of traffic information and its solution schemes are also to be discussed.

Transportation Engineering Seminar

The class of Transportation Engineering Seminar is established to increase the ability of recognizing and solving current transportation problems through lectures on fundamentals of transportation engineering and seminar-based discussions on actual transportation problems.

Advanced Transportation Policies

This course discusses various transportation policies applied in the area of transportation. To accomplish this objective, the course requires some case study and/or literature review survey results on a specific transportation policy and the students share the results through lively discussion.

Traffic Control and Operation

This course introduces the concept and philosophy of various traffic control devices installed in freeways and arterials. Installation warrants and operational strategies are described. Techniques on signal optimization and progression for interrupted traffic facilities, and ramp metering logic and incident detection algorithms for uninterrupted traffic facilities are also addressed.

Advanced Traffic Studies

This course identifies the basic data mainly used for transportation planning, design, and operation analysis. The data collection methods, equipments, and field procedures are described. In addition, the class includes data reduction and presentation methods as well as statistical analysis.

Transportation System Management

The class of Transportation System Management is established to introduce the application of computer technologies to the management of transportation systems. The systematic management of transportation facilities and demands using computer technologies has more potential than existing methods based on human power or statistical processes. In the class, concepts and in-depth theories on transportation system management, which was initiated as a short-term alternative for transportation improvement, will be delivered. In addition, students in the class will study applicable alternatives on transportation system management through the examination of current practices.

Highway Traffic Safety

This lecture investigates the characteristics of each transportation component, focusing on driver and pedestrian behaviors. The methodology for analyzing and reducing traffic accidents will be discussed so that the preventive measures can be devised. Design standards and principles will be covered as well.

Advanced Highway Capacity Analysis

In this course, lectures will explain the background theories and applications of the Highway Safety Manual (HSM), which was developed to evaluate decisions and activities related with traffic safety by AASHTO in the US. In addition, traffic accident related theories, traffic accident prediction models, and useful statistical techniques which are required to practically adopt HSM in real works will be delivered.

Urban Planning Principles

This course examines the advanced urban planning idea and land-use issues related to transportation with consideration of the whole urban planning concepts including urban master plan and urban transportation scheme. Topics include modern urban physical structure, urban planning trends, and urban planning as a solution of various problems and public facilities planning, and the significance of urban planning.

Urban Public Transportation

Characteristics and the role of urban public transportation, the relationship between public and non-public transportation usage, and analysis of elements affecting public transportation, network designs, operation and management, and development of new public transportation will be studied.

Analysis of Signal Control Systems

As traffic congestion becomes severe in its intensity and duration, the efficient operation of traffic signal systems has always been a challenging task for traffic engineers. As such, there have been efforts to operate traffic signals efficiently in an attempt to reduce vehicle delays and stops. For example, implementing optimal signal timing plans can improve mobility and safety within urban signalized intersections. The class of Analysis of Signal Control Systems will deliver in-depth theories and techniques for design, operation, evaluation and optimization of traffic signals in urban streets. During the class, there will be sincere discussion on the directions of development and application of traffic signal systems suitable for the traffic environment in Korea.

Advanced Port Planning and Design

The planning, design, operation and management of ports will be studied. Optimization techniques related to inland transportation systems are introduced. The physical design of ports such as ships, quays, and breakwaters is taught.

Advanced Freight Transportation

This class focuses on the analysis of freight transportation systems based on their its class and characteristics, overall problems related to freight transportation in urban areas, and ideas for the rationalization of logistics, and their applicability to reality.

Advanced Transportation Facility Design

Functional and preliminary design principles and analyses for freeways, arterials and terminals are presented. Interchange design for freeways and design of at-grade intersections, parking garages and parking lots, and terminal facilities, are dealt with.

 Traffic Operation Studies

Traffic operation tends to improve the operational efficiency of traffic facilities by applying traffic control devices and control strategies in order to provide safe and efficient movement of people and goods. For this, it is important to understand the fundamental characteristics of travel behavior, various functions of traffic facility, and operational strategy. This class provides in-depth treatment of these enhanced techniques and theories for efficient traffic operation. Several before-and-after study results will be presented with real-world data to help the understanding of class contents.

 Advanced Highway Planning and Design

This class introduces the design principles and techniques for various traffic facilities such as intersection, roadway, terminal, at-grade intersection, and interchange. Especially, this class provides in-depth treatment of application and theory on vertical alignment, horizontal alignment, and cross section.