FYSP 072 - Transportation in the City

FC SSCI QFR

4 credits
Functional cities require functional transportation. Understanding urban transportation means making sense of the ever-increasing amount of data generated on traffic flows, transit usage, air pollution and so on. In this seminar, we will explore ways in which quantitative and qualitative data can be used to (1) pinpoint problems that arise when moving vast amounts of people and goods around; (2) design more efficient and equitable transportation networks; and (3) better manage public and private resources. Topics include modeling traffic congestion, building the optimal transit network, costing out high speed rail and addressing the environmental impacts of transportation.
Prerequisites & Notes: Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes.