Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Traffic Flow Theory

• Flow, density, speed relationships
• Bottleneck and queuing models
• Capacity calculations
• Case Study: Addressing congestion on expressway corridor

Module 2: Highway Control Systems

• Signal timing and coordination
• Ramp metering
• Speed control and lane management
• Case Study: Reducing queue length with adaptive signals

Module 3: Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

• Sensors and control devices
• Variable message signs and CCTV
• Data integration
• Case Study: ITS deployment to reduce response time to crashes

Module 4: Traffic Incident Management (TIM)

• Incident detection and clearance
• Emergency responder coordination
• Traveler information systems
• Case Study: Managing multi-vehicle crash during peak hours

Module 5: Performance Metrics and Evaluation

• Delay, level of service (LOS), throughput
• Evaluation of ITS investments
• Decision support systems
• Case Study: Using KPIs to justify ramp metering expansion