When
January 31, 2025
Time
7:45am - 4:00pm EST
Contact Hours
8
Location Online - Course
This hybrid online class will combine both live instruction and independent online work that you will complete during the day. Independent work will include quizzes, readings, videos and short assignments. Access to a computer with a webcam (either a camera that is built into your laptop or one that connects via USB), a reliable internet connection and a workspace that is free from distraction and noise will set you up for success.
Description
This course is designed to give the participants an understanding of the planning, design, capacity, and operations of signalized intersections. As the first step in the process for signalizing an intersection, the type of data necessary to conduct an analysis will be reviewed. Participants learn of how to choose the type of traffic control device that should be installed. They will learn the advantages and disadvantages of each type of control as well as signal and stop sign warrants. They will estimate the capacity of an intersection and how the signal timing will affect the capacity. Software will be demonstrated to show how the timing for optimizing the operation of a signal can be determined. The MUTCD standards and guidelines for signal head location, markings, and signs will be reviewed.
Instructor
Jeff LaMondia
Jeffrey LaMondia, PhD, is an associate professor in transportation engineering in the civil and environmental engineering department at Auburn University. Dr. LaMondia is an expert in travel demand modeling and travel behavior analysis, with a focus on inclusive planning methods, innovative data collection methods, long distance travel forecasting, and infrastructure LOS impacts on cyclist behaviors. His work utilizes unique travel survey methods, big data analyses, geographic information systems (GIS) and discrete choice modeling. His research has been funded through Federal Highway Administration, Centers for Disease Control, state Departments of Transportation, University Transportation Centers, and other agencies.
Who Should Attend
Transportation planners; highway designers; local staff; and community organizations concerned about speeding related crashes.
Registration and Payment
The following registration fees cover the session, all course materials and meals:
Local Government: $75.00
State/Federal: $125.00
Private Industry: $300.00
Click here for UVA TTA's general registration information, cancellation policy, and refund policy. UVA TTA accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, MasterCard, and Discover. Credit card information cannot be taken over the phone. Alternatively, after registering you can print out a voucher to send in with your payment. After you have completed the transaction you will receive an automatically generated email confirming registration and payment if applicable. Final confirmation and instructions will be sent out during the week prior to the class date.
Special Registration Instructions for Employees of the Virginia Department of Transportation
VDOT employees must register through the VDOT Virtual Campus. Registration fees and related expenses for all VDOT employees will be paid from the VDOT Learning Services Center budget. Registrants should contact their District Training Coordinator or the VDOT Learning Services Center (Central Office employees) for instructions on how to seek reimbursement for travel expenses.
Due to current travel restrictions, VDOT employees are strongly encouraged to attend U. Va. TTA workshops on a day trip basis. Overnight travel requires permission from your District Administrator or Chief -- and in some cases higher levels of authority. If you require overnight lodging to attend a U. Va. TTA workshop, consult with your supervisor, District Training Coordinator, or VDOT Learning Services Center on travel approval procedures.