Introduction to Transportation Planning and Engineering

A collection of key vocabulary terms relevant to the lecture on Transportation Planning and Engineering.

Transportation Engineering

The application of principles of engineering, planning, analysis, and design to the disciplines comprising transportation.

Transportation

Everything involved in moving either the person or goods from the origin to the destination.

Transport

A science that concerns the efficient movement of people and goods undertaken to accomplish objectives.

Modes of Transportation

Different forms of transportation, including land, air, water, rail, and non-motorized modes.

Urban Transportation Systems

The intra-city distribution of freight and passenger transport primarily accomplished by highways and other urban transit modes.

Traffic Engineering

A branch of transportation engineering that focuses on the analysis, design, and management of traffic flow and control devices.

Pavement Design

The process of determining the appropriate thickness and materials for road surfaces.

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

Technological systems that enhance traffic management and increase mobility and safety.

Sustainable Transportation

Transport systems that are environmentally friendly and promote a healthy lifestyle.

Para-transit

A mode of transportation using small passenger vehicles usually operating informally on a fare-paying basis.