CE 114 - Transportation Engineering

I N T R O D U C T I O N T O

TRANSPORTATION
PLANNING
AND ENGINEERING
PREPARED BY: OROC, CABARDO, SEMACIO
 MEET THE GROUP

Gualberto G. John Victor C. Lyzle Fritzie B.

Oroc Jr. Cabardo Semacio
Topic Outline:

Introduction Transportation Planning

Definition of Transportation Definiton
Roles of Transportation in Society Planning
Economical Role Process
Social Role Elements of Transportation Planning
Political Role Situation Definition
Environmental Role Problem Definiton
Modes Of Transportation Search for Solution
Primary Mode Analysis of Performance
Secondary Mode Transportation Planning Organization
Transportation Engineering Conclusion
Definiton
INTRODUCTION
 What is
Transportation?
Definiton of
Transportation
The term is derived from latin words
Trans (across) and portare (to carry)
Transportation is all about moving
goods and people from one place to
another.
It is also the safe, efficient, reliable, and
sustainable movement of persons and
goods over time and space
Definiton of
Transportation

The first known transportation

was walking, humans began
walking upright two million
years ago with the emergence
of Homo Erectus (meaning
upright man).
Definiton of
Transportation
Transportation has always played an essential role in the
development of society, originally with regard to trade
routes and harbors, but more recently with regard to land
and air-based systems as well.
It is the transportation engineer's responsibility to plan,
design, build, operate and maintain these systems of
transport, in such a way as to provide for the safe, efficient
and convenient movement of people and goods.
Transportation helps shape an area’s economic health and
quality of life. Not only does the transportation system
provide for the mobility of people and goods, it also
influences patterns of growth and economic activity by
providing access to land.
Roles of Transportation
in Society
ECONOMICAL ROLE

Transportation plays an important role in

developing the economic aspect of a
society. Economics involves production,
distribution, and consumption of goods
and services which are inevitable without
the transportation facility.
 SOCIAL ROLE

Development of transportation system

influences the formation of urban
society. It links rural areas with urban
ones transporting goods from one place
to other, eventually helping in overall
development. Transportation also
promotes cultural and social exchanges.
It provides employment opportunities.
POLITICAL ROLE

The world being divided into different

political units for mutual protection,
economic advantages and development
of common culture is linked by
transportation of both people and goods
through different modes. Transportation
plays a vital role in functioning of these
political units
ENVIRONMENTAL ROLE

The environment is highly affected by

transportation. Its harmful aspect is more
prominent than its useful aspects. Air
pollution, noise pollution, overuse of
nonrenewable energy etc. are some of its
impacts on the environment.
Transportation safety (mainly road safety)
is of major concern.
MODES OF TRANSPORTATION
 Land
Primary
Transportation AIR

Modes WATER

PIPELINE
LAND
TRANSPORTATION
Highway
The most common mode for personal and
freight transportation, offering flexibility and
accessibility.

Railway
Efficient for long-distance freight transport,
ideal for large volumes and heavy goods.
AIR
TRANSPORTATION
Fastest mode for long distances, crucial
for international travel and time-
sensitive goods. Accessibility is limited
but is of less importance as greater
lengths of trips are made. Capital
investment as well as operating and
maintenance cost for both fixed and
flow entities are higher than other
modes.
WATER
TRANSPORTATION
Cost-effective for bulk goods, particularly
for long distances and over water bodies.
The capital cost of vehicles, especially
ships are very high but operating cost is
low for a large distance. So, if a lot of
goods is required for transportation, this
mode can be used for best results.
PIPE
TRANSPORTATION
The transportation of everyday goods
and wastes to the intended site include
pipeline conveyance. They offer highly
high capacity constant at low speed flow,
which requires a lot of labor keeping
impacts on the environment are generally
low.
SECONDARY ROPEWAY

MODE
Transportation BELT CONVEYORS

CANALS
ROPEWAY
The term "ropeway" describes a
unique kind of carrier.
hung from or merely fastened to an
above-the-ground rope. Ropeway
works well as an
A cost-effective and ecologically
sustainable approach
of moving over slopes.
BELT
CONVEYORS
Conveyor belts are supported by rollers
that offers consistent motion of
materials. Belts and cables are systems.
widely employed in industries for
movement of commodities.
CANALS
Additionally, canals are utilized in transportation for
system of irrigation in rural regions.
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING
TRANSPORTATION
ENGINEERING
Definition
The planning, designing, building, running, and
maintaining of transportation systems is the main
emphasis of the civil engineering specialty known as
transportation engineering. These systems comprise
public transportation networks, highways, bridges,
railroads, ports, and airports. The movement of
people and commodities in a safe, effective, cost-
effective, and environmentally friendly manner is the
aim of transportation engineering. In order to
enhance system performance and user experience, it
incorporates a number of elements, including traffic
management, regional and urban transportation
planning, and technology integration.
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
TRANSPORTATION
PLANNING
Definition
In order to prepare for the flow of people and
goods to their destinations, transportation
planning entails identifying future policies, goals,
investments, and spatial planning designs. In
order to create an effective, economical, and
sustainable transportation network it entails
assessing the systems in place, projecting future
requirements, and formulating plans. In order to
promote long-term growth and strategic
accessibility, this multidisciplinary strategy
strikes a balance between land use, investments,
technology, and legislation.
 TRANSPORTATIONPLANNING
PROCESS
Planning for transportation is a collaborative process.
procedure intended to encourage everyone's
participation system users, including the company
neighborhood, neighborhood groups, environmental
groups, the journey freight operators, the general
public, and public, by means of an active public
involvement procedure.
 TRANSPORTATION
PLANNING PROCESS
Data Collection
Goal Setting
Alternative Generation
Implementation
Monitoring and Evaluation
 WHAT DOES A
TRANSPORTATION PLANNER DO?
The duties of transportation planners
include examining existing trends and
creating a methodical approach to
sustainable development transportation.
Among the principal duties
comprise:

1. Making suggestions for improvements in

transportation and remedies for persistent issues,
such traffic jams, car pollution, and accessibility
issues of public transportation, etc.
 WHAT DOES A
TRANSPORTATION PLANNER DO?
2. Enhancing user safety within the
transportation system.

3. Modeling traffic flows using mathematical

techniques.

4. Assessing the impact of recent or

anticipated
building developments. This includes transport
systems, housing, or corporate structures

5. Giving presentations about proposed

transportation improvements and regional
plans.
ELEMENT OF TRANPORTATION
PLANNING
BASIC ELEMENTS OF TRANSPORTATION GREAT BUILDER

PLANNING
SITUATION DEFINITION
PROBLEM DEFINITION
SEARCH FOR SOLUTIONS
ANALYSIS OF PERFORMANCE
EVALUATION OF ALTERNATIVES
CHOICE OF PROJECT
SPECIFICATION AND
CONSTRUCTION
SITUATION GREAT BUILDER

DEFINITION

What is happening now?

Understanding the existing
transportation context is the starting
point. This involves gathering data
about current transportation
conditions, travel behaviors,
infrastructure, and environmental
factors to establish the baseline for
planning. It sets the foundation for
identifying what needs to be
improved.
PROBLEM GREAT BUILDER

DEFINITION

What exactly is the problem?

Clearly identifying the problems
and challenges within the
transportation system is vital. This
could involve issues such as
congestion, safety concerns, lack of
access to transportation, or
outdated infrastructure. Defining
the problem helps in setting clear
objectives for the planning process.
SEARCH FOR GREAT BUILDER

SOLUTIONS

What are possible ways to fix the problem?

This phase focuses on exploring
potential solutions to the identified
problems. It could involve
brainstorming ideas, consulting with
experts, or looking at successful
examples from other regions. It’s
about being open to various
possibilities and creative ways to solve
transportation challenges.
ANALYSIS OF GREAT BUILDER

PERFORMANCE

How well each solution work?

Assessing how well the current transportation
system is performing in terms of efficiency,
safety, accessibility, and sustainability.
Performance analysis helps in identifying the gaps
between the existing system and the desired
outcomes, guiding the direction for
improvements.
EVALUATION OF GREAT BUILDER

ALTERNATIVES

Which solutions are best and why?

Once solutions are identified, each
alternative is evaluated based on factors
like cost, feasibility, effectiveness, and
impact. The goal is to compare different
options to determine which one will deliver
the best results.
CHOICE OF GREAT BUILDER

PROJECTS

What solutions are we choosing?

Project selection involves considering various
factors, and the approach depends on the
project's complexity.
In a straightforward situation, a single criterion
(e.g., cost) may determine the choice.
For more intricate projects, multiple factors are
weighed, and the decision is influenced by how
stakeholders perceive the results. Community-
involved projects may require additional public
hearings or referendums.
SPECIFICATION AND GREAT BUILDER

CONSTRUCTION

How will we make it happen?

Once the project is chosen, detailed plans
and specifications are developed, including
designs, timelines, budgets, and resource
allocation. The construction phase involves
implementing these plans, ensuring that
the project is built to meet the outlined
objectives and serves its intended
purpose.
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
ORGANIZATION
 TRANSPORTATION PLANNING GREAT BUILDER

ORGANZIATION

In carrying out the urban transportation

planning process, several committees
represent various community interests and
viewpoints. These committees are the
policy committee, the technical committee,
and the citizens’ advisory committee. They
also interact with permanent planning
entities, such as the regional metropolitan
planning organization (MPO).
 TRANSPORTATION PLANNING GREAT BUILDER

ORGANZIATION
POLICY COMMITTEE TECHNICAL COMMITTEE CITIZENS’ ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
Sets the strategic direction
for transportation planning at
the regional level. It approves Provides expert advice
major plans, allocates and support in Express community goals
funding, and ensures transportation planning. and objectives, suggest
coordination among alternatives, and react to
transportation agencies. Composed of engineers, proposed alternatives
planners, and other
Composed of elected officials professIonals, it
and key stakeholders, the evaluates data, analyzes Composed of a cross
committee makes decisions systems, and ensures section of the community
to align projects with regional projects are technically
goals, such as improving
and may include
mobility, safety, and sound and feasible. representatives from labor
sustainability. It also Responsible for and business, interested
advocates for transportation evaluating and citizens, and members of
needs and provides oversight supervising the technical community interest
to ensure successful project aspects of the project groups
implementation.
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
A Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is a group that plans and
manages transportation in urban areas with 50,000 or more people. It
includes representatives from local governments, state transportation
departments, and transit agencies. The MPO’s main job is to create
transportation plans, decide which projects to prioritize, and manage
federal funding for the region. It ensures that different agencies work
together and considers public input to improve transportation systems,
making them safer, more efficient, and better for everyone.

The MPO policy board might also include nonvoting members representing
various local transit providers, local planning commissions, and other
transportation agencies.
 MAJOR GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
INVOLVED IN TRANSPORTATION
PLANNING
NATIONAL ECONOMIC AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
(NEDA)
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOTR)
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND HIGHWAYS
(DPWH)
NEDA BOARD-COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE
(INFRACOM)
INTER-AGENCY TECHNICAL COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORT
PLANNING (IATCTP)
CONCLUSION
Transportation connects people
and goods, supporting
economic growth and
community development. By
focusing on smart planning and
practical solutions, we can
create systems that are
efficient, safe, and sustainable
to meet today's needs and
prepare for the future.
 INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE

“SOMETIMES YOUR ONLY

AVAILABLE TRANSPORTATION IS A
LEAP OF FAITH”

-MARGARET SHEPERD-
P R E S E N T A T I O N

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