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Overview
The models used in this Transport Modelling and Planning- Micro-credential from Trinity College Dublin follow the structures mandated by the National Transport Authority and will provide the learner a comprehensive overview of the structure of these models and as such would be valuable to those requiring knowledge on how these models are used in transport appraisals.
Why should I take this Micro-credential?
- Transportation is responsible for almost 20% of our annual CO2 emissions in Ireland. Therefore, it is more important than ever to understand how and why people travel and to collect data on these movements with the goal of reducing travel time and emissions.
- Both the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development Bill 2021 and the recent Programme for Government stipulate that transport emissions must fall by 51%.
- This Transport Modelling and Planning - Micro-credential course at Trinity College Dublin covers the basis of the four-stage transport model used by National Transport Authority in the evaluation of transport projects.
- Providing students with detailed knowledge of the concepts and processes of transportation modelling.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Discuss how transport networks are designed.
- Apply discrete choice models to transportation problems.
- Explain how activity-based transport models link into the traditional four stage model.
- Identify the links between land use and transport planning.
- Design and plan public transport routes.
- Model the interactions between transport and emissions.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Credits
5 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Dublin, Ireland
Disciplines
Environmental Engineering Transportation Engineering Environmental ManagementWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants must have a 2.1 grade in a level 8 degree in Engineering or a cognate discipline
- CV & Transcript (2:1)
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents1560 EUR / full≈ 1560 EUR / full -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals1560 EUR / full≈ 1560 EUR / full
Living costs
Dublin
Ireland
1100 - 1800 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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