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101-0437-00L 6 Credits MSC D-BAUG
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Traffic Engineering

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Anastasios Kouvelas
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:30:21

Abstract

Fundamentals of traffic flow theory and control.

Objective

The objective of this course is to fully understand the fundamentals of traffic flow theory in order to effectively manage traffic operations. By the end of this course students should be able to apply basic techniques to model different aspects of urban and inter-urban traffic performance, including congestion.

Content

Introduction to fundamentals of traffic flow theory and control. Includes understanding of traffic data collection and processing techniques, as well as data analysis, traffic modeling, and methodologies for traffic control.

Resources

Lecture Notes

The lecture notes and additional handouts will be provided during the lectures.

Literature

Additional literature recommendations will be provided during the lectures.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 20 minutes
The grade for this course is made up of 1/3 of in-class exercises and written projects (compulsory continuous performance assessments) during the semester and 2/3 of the oral session examination.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Traffic Engineering
  • Tue 15:45-17:30 (HIL D 10.2)
  • Thu 15:45-17:30 (HIL D 10.2)
4 h weekly

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