Dept. of Civil Engineering course

This course introduces methods of simulating the functioning of complex and dynamic transport systems. The purpose of these simulations is to support decision-making in relation to how such complex and dynamic systems are designed, managed, and regulated. Course modules will cover: the foundations and motivation of decision-making by different actors (from users, to operators, to transport authorities); the fundamentals of simulation modelling in support of decision-making; the data requirements of such simulation models; and the varying application of different models to transport system components such as the network, service operation, and travel behaviour. Some of the topics that will be covered include the basics of Simulation, behavioural modelling and Activity-based modelling, using tools AnyLogic and MATSim. Practical exercises and case studies will also be presented.