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Objective:
To acquaint the
participants with the concept of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and
their potential to reduce traffic congestion and increase safety. The
course will describe the basic areas of ITS, the systematic process necessary
for their planning and implementation, and examples of ITS deployment through
out the world.
Who Should Attend:
This 2-day seminar is
intended for local transportation officials, highway and traffic engineers,
involved with the planning and design of highway facilities. An
engineering background is not required. An optional third day includes a
hands-on workshop, where participants apply the strategies learned.
Topics Covered:
- Defining
ITS
- The
Importance of a Systematic Planning Process
- Understanding
and Quantifying Benefits
- Early
Deployment
- Including
ITS into the Existing Transportation Planning Process
- ITS
Deployment Around the World
- Implementation
Barriers
- Functional
Requirements
- Developing
Systems' Architecture and Standards
- Funding
Issues
- The
Role of the Private Sector
- ITS
Education and Training
- Companies
Involved
Instructor:
The seminar is be taught by
Juan M. Morales, P.E., President of J.M. Morales & Associates, P.C. During his
26 year career, Mr. Morales has developed and presented several courses on
transportation engineering, planning and safety issues worldwide. Prior to
starting his transportation engineering consulting firm in 1995, Mr. Morales
served as director of technical programs for the Institute of Transportation
Engineers, including directing ITE's Educational Foundation. Prior to joining
ITE, Mr. Morales worked as a traffic and research engineer for the Federal
Highway Administration in McLean, VA, where he was actively involved in traffic
control, highway safety, congestion management, and simulation. Mr. Morales
holds a M.S.C.E. degree from the Georgia Tech. He is a registered professional
engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia and ITE member. Mr. Morales is a
certified instructor for the National Highway Institute (NHI) and the American
Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA).
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