Module manager: Dr. Chandra Balijepalli
Email: N.C.Balijepalli@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
Honours degree (or equivalent) in a numerate discipline
TRAN5071M
This module is not approved as an Elective
This module presents an overview and the foundations of transport engineering. Semester 2 modules TRAN5241M (Road Geometry & Infrastructure), TRAN5210M (Traffic Management), TRAN5763M (Road Safety) and TRAN5946M (Deterioration & Maintenance of Pavements) build on this module further providing opportunities to specialise in particular areas.
The module aims to familiarise students with the engineering aspects of the design of transport infrastructure.
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
LO1: appreciate the principles of engineering design as they apply to transport systems;
LO2: design the road geometry / railway track geometry using appropriate standards;
LO3: appreciate the environmental impacts of transport systems.
Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:
SO1: Designing road/railway geometry
SO2: Designing the layout of public transport facilities
SO3: Academic: reflection
SO4: Academic: critical thinking
SO5: Academic: information searching
SO6: Work-ready: problem solving & analytical skills
SO7: Work-ready: creativity
SO8: Work-ready: communication
Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 11 | 2 | 22 |
| Independent online learning hours | 25 | ||
| Private study hours | 103 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 22 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150 | ||
Through performance in coursework
In-class problem solving sessions
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Coursework | 33 |
| Assignment | OTLA | 67 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 23/04/2024
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