Public Transportation Service and Operations Planning, Fall 2003
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Author: Wilson, Nigel H. M.
Subject: Science and Technology
Institution Name:
M.I.T.
Collection Name: MIT OpenCourseWare
Abstract: This course describes the evolution and role of urban public transportation modes, systems, and services, focusing on bus and rail. Technological characteristics and their impacts on capacity, service quality, and cost are described. Current practice and new methods for data collection and analysis, performance monitoring, route design, frequency determination, and vehicle and crew scheduling are also discussed. In addition, the effect of pricing policy and service quality on ridership and methods for estimating costs associated with proposed service changes are presented, together with means to improve operations through real time intervention.
Details
Course Type: Full Course
Material Types: Homework and Assignments, Lecture Notes, Syllabi
Media Formats: Text/HTML, Downloadable docs
Language: English
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