Sustainable Transport
Module summary
Module code: TRAN1028
Level: 6
Credits: 15
School: Greenwich Business School
Department: Business, Ops and Strategy
Module Coordinator(s): Alistair Bogaars
Specification
Aims
1. To provide an understanding of the issues involved in planning and managing transport systems.
2. To examine the issues surrounding sustainable transport and the relationship of the transport sector with society. The intention is to review the impact of demography, politics, and environmental factors on the development of transport for both passenger and freight sectors. This is interpreted primarily in the challenges faced by the principal modes of transport, such as rail, maritime and road. Theories in transport management in general and practical aspects of the UK and European transport systems in particular are analysed, whereas case studies used are both from developed and developing countries.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course a student will be able to:
1. Critically appreciate the different aspects of transport, i.e. passenger/freight, public transport and urban transportation and understand their place in public policy.
2. Make distinctions and interpretations between different modes of transport and compare the criteria affecting the choice of mode in specific circumstances.
3. Learn data collection techniques applicable in transport.
4. Debate about transport challenges and present coherent arguments.
Indicative content
1. Advanced knowledge about sustainable development, link between sustainability and transport, global megatrends, ICT and technological innovation in transport.
2. Transport planning and policy for different modes, passenger transport.
3. Freight and logistics.
Teaching and learning activity
Lectures; Tutorials; Readings; Case studies; Workshops including group discussions; Presentations and research activities; On-line resources; Site visits and guest speakers; Individual and group assessment.
Group Study: Students present a group proposal as a solution for an unsustainable transport challenge.
Self-directed learning: Students are provided with additional reading and access to Library resources to support them with the assessments.
Assessment
Presentation: 30% weighting, 40% pass mark.
Outcomes assessed: 2, 4.
Duration: 15 - 20 minutes.
Outline details: Group presentation on the solution for an unsustainable transport challenge.
Coursework: 70% weighting, 40% pass mark.
Outcomes assessed: 1, 3.
Word length: 2500.
Outline details: Critical Review based on one paper.
Formative Assessment: Students will be offered the opportunity to share draft versions of their group presentations and critical reviews.