CEG8421 : Traffic Flow and Control
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Duo Li
- Lecturer: Mr Roger Bird
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
To understand the principles and application of traffic flow theory
To understand the role and operation of different types of junctions in a road network
To understand the principles of signal design from isolated junctions to fully integrated networks.
To understand how coordinated and adaptive control systems are developed and used.
Outline Of Syllabus
Traffic flow theory
The control and operation of different types of road junction
Basic and advanced traffic signal design
Designing for signal co-ordination and adaptive signal control
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | Coursework |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Examination |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 5 | 4:00 | 20:00 | Lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 8 | 2:00 | 16:00 | Revision for Examination |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 1 | 3:00 | 3:00 | Computer practical |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 40:00 | 40:00 | Background reading and reading of lecture notes for a full understanding of the material |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The main taught material is delivered in present-in-person lectures. These give opportunity to discuss and develop learning and skills outcomes.
Computer based tutorials allow students to learn the software and the codes to build the mathematical model. Practical work allows students to learn how to link the theory with the practice (how to use the theory in practice) and help developing problem solving skills.
Reading materials help developing critical, independent and innovative thinking.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 60 | 1 | A | 50 | Unseen written examination |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 1 | M | 50 | Summative assessment - assess design and analytical skills related to traffic signal design |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The exam tests students’ understanding of the taught concepts, and ability to use the design and analytical skills taught. The report assesses how students apply the intended skills in practice.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CEG8421's Timetable