Surveys are commonly used to collect useful data in transport studies. A myriad of survey methods and instruments are available. This course covers the major aspects including survey design, sampling, hypothesis testing, interview and questionnaire design, survey implementation and administration, data processing, analysis and report writing. Different aspects of surveys are discussed with reference to the transport-related professions and disciplines in different political and socio-economic contexts. Examples include travel characteristics, origin-destination, freight and public transport surveys conducted in Hong Kong and the other parts of the world. The fundamentals of spatial and non-spatial data analysis are covered using selected software. Moreover, some key opportunities and challenges of big data and insights from data science are discussed.

Coursework: 100% | Examination: 0%

This course introduces the interrelation of, and interaction between the transport system and development at global, national, regional and local levels. Topics with reference to the development theories and the elements of sustainable development are covered. In addition, the impact of transport development on spatial organization and the significance of integrating transport with land use planning are presented. Furthermore, the influence of technological advancement on transport operation and the implications of political activities on transport decisions are discussed.

Coursework: 30% | Examination: 70%

This course introduces students to the engineering aspects of typical transport systems covering their planning, policy formulation, design, implementation, and operation. It utilizes theoretical/conceptual ideas and practical examples to build a systems perspective of the railway, road, air, and intermodal systems. Key aspects of the development of transport infrastructure, choice of systems to meet transport demand, technological applications and institutional arrangements for the administration and operation of these systems will be presented.

Coursework: 50% | Examination: 50%

This course introduces students with case studies to various practical travel demand modelling and project appraisal techniques developed for and employed in the transportation sector. The first part of the course covers various techniques used to model travel behaviour and discusses the role and limitations of model application in the transport planning process. The basic concepts, structures and assumptions of transport modelling including traffic generation, distribution, modal split and traffic assignment, are introduced and illustrated using local examples. The application of transport models in traffic impact assessment will be discussed. The second part covers appraisal principles, methods and procedure of transport projects. Financial analysis, cost-benefit analysis and sensitivity analysis will be discussed with reference to assessments of actual transport projects. The emphasis of the course is on the application of the techniques and methods commonly used in transport planning and project appraisal. The course will enable students to understand the theories and techniques in demand modelling and project appraisal, and apply them to practical exercises in transport planning and project development.

Coursework: 100% | Examination: 0%

This course aims at guiding students to prepare the MATPP Dissertation through presenting a conceptual framework of the major/classic research methods, data analysis techniques and related group discussion sessions. Major aspects of scientific research will be covered, including proposal writing, literature review, research integrity, academic presentation and scientific writing. Also, it provides opportunities to students to learn and reflect the latest developments in transport-related field via the endorsed seminars. 

Coursework: 100% | Examination: 0%

This course is designed to examine the nature and the role of public transport systems mainly in the urban context with special reference to high density development. Topics include the nature and the characteristics of passenger transport, the operation and management of public transit systems, deregulation and privatization, the role of para-transit, and multi-modal cooperation and competition.

Coursework: 100% | Examination: 0%

This course focuses on key issues in transport policy and the implementation of transport plans and programmes. It examines the role of private and public modes within the overall urban transport system as well as pedestrian movement planning, airport development and seaport development. The course uses examples drawn from various countries to evaluate the appropriateness and effectiveness of alternative policies and implementation mechanisms.

Coursework: 100% | Examination: 0%